Community School & Neighborhood Engagement Lead

The Associated; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CHAI in Baltimore is seeking a Community Engagement Manager to lead engagement in Cheswolde, Cross Country, and Glen, and to oversee the Community School Strategy at Cross Country Elementary/Middle School.

The role requires building strong partnerships with residents, schools, and community leaders, coordinating neighborhood projects, and managing funding and reporting. Ideal for a seasoned organizer and macro social worker.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Community Development, Public Administration, Education, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Serve as CHAI's primary community engagement representative in Cheswolde, Cross Country, and Glen.
• Build relationships with residents through outreach, meetings, events, and neighborhood initiatives.
• Partner with neighborhood associations and community leaders to identify priorities and develop solutions.
• Coordinate community improvement projects, cleanups, revitalization efforts, and neighborhood events.
• Promote CHAI programs and connect residents to relevant resources and services.
• Manage CHAI's Facade Improvement Matching Grant Program, including administration, reporting, and financial tracking.
• Oversee implementation of the Community School Strategy at Cross Country Elementary/Middle School.
• Supervise the Community School Coordinator and support school-community partnerships.
• Serve as CHAI's liaison with Baltimore City Public Schools and the Family League of Baltimore City.
• Expand partnerships that bring resources, volunteers, and opportunities to students and families.
• Represent CHAI at neighborhood, civic, and multi-agency coalition meetings.
• Support community committees through meeting coordination, communications, and documentation.
• Collaborate with residents and stakeholders to strengthen neighborhood leadership and engagement.
• Manage community development grants and ensure compliance with funder requirements.
• Track program outcomes, expenditures, and performance metrics.
• Assist with budgeting, purchasing, reporting, and identifying future funding opportunities.

Skills

Project management

Relationship-building

Event planning

Public speaking

Microsoft Office

Teams

SharePoint

Zoom

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Community Development, Public Administration, Education, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Teams

SharePoint

Zoom

Job description

CHAI in Baltimore is seeking a Community Engagement Manager to lead engagement in Cheswolde, Cross Country, and Glen, and to oversee the Community School Strategy at Cross Country Elementary/Middle School.

The role requires building strong partnerships with residents, schools, and community leaders, coordinating neighborhood projects, and managing funding and reporting. Ideal for a seasoned organizer and macro social worker.