Community Relations Representative Entry Level

HHV; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Entry-level friendly environment

Competitive compensation

Performance-based incentives

Opportunities for advancement

Professional development and coaching

Collaborative team environment

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

401(k)

Flexible/hybrid schedule, if applicab

Job summary

HHV is hiring Community Relations Representatives in Virginia Beach for an entry-level role with paid training. You will represent the organization at local events, build relationships with residents and businesses, and introduce people to HHV programs and services.

No prior experience is required; training and ongoing support are provided. This role emphasizes people skills, organization, and a collaborative team environment to expand community awareness.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; training provided.
• Excellent communication skills in person and on the phone.
• Ability to engage with diverse community members.
• Reliable, organized, and dependable with strong follow-through.

Responsibilities

• Represent HHV at community events and local activities.
• Build positive relationships with residents, businesses, and organizations.
• Introduce people to HHV programs, services, and initiatives.
• Participate in outreach activities and community events.
• Speak with community members and answer questions.
• Help coordinate local events, meetings, and outreach efforts.
• Follow up with contacts and maintain relationships.
• Work with the team to increase community awareness and participation.
• Track outreach activities and provide updates.
• Identify new opportunities to connect with the community.

Skills

Friendly demeanor

Verbal and written communication

Professionalism

Team player

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Relationship building

Public speaking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

None

Job description

We're hiring Community Relations Representatives to help us build strong relationships with local residents, businesses, organizations, and community partners.

This is an entry-level opportunity with paid training , so you don#39;t need previous community relations, marketing, or sales experience. We're looking for motivated individuals who are friendly, professional, dependable, and eager to learn.

Whether you#39;re a recent graduate, starting your first career, changing careers, or coming from customer service, hospitality, retail, education, or another people-focused background , we encourage you to apply.

What You'll Do

• Represent our organization at community events and local activities
• Build positive relationships with residents, businesses, and community organizations
• Introduce people to our programs, services, and initiatives
• Participate in outreach activities and community events
• Speak with community members and answer questions
• Help coordinate local events, meetings, and outreach efforts
• Follow up with contacts and maintain strong relationships
• Work with our team to increase community awareness and participation
• Track outreach activities and provide regular updates
• Help identify new opportunities to connect with the community

What We're Looking For

No previous experience is required. We provide training and ongoing support.

We're looking for candidates who are:

• Friendly, approachable, and comfortable meeting new people
• Strong verbal and written communicators
• Positive, professional, and dependable
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
• Organized and able to manage multiple conversations and activities
• Motivated to learn and develop professionally
• Comfortable speaking with people from different backgrounds
• Interested in community involvement and relationship building

What We Offer

• Paid training
• Entry-level friendly environment
• Competitive compensation
• Performance-based incentives [if applicable]
• Opportunities for advancement
• Professional development and coaching
• Collaborative team environment
• [Health, dental, and vision benefits]
• [Paid time off]
• [401(k)]
• [Flexible/hybrid schedule, if applicable]

Career Growth

This role is designed to help you build real-world experience and develop valuable skills in community relations, communications, outreach, marketing, business development, and leadership.