Council Liaison and Community Engagement Coordinator

Prince William Chamber of Commerce; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Prince William Chamber of Commerce in Manassas, VA seeks a Council Liaison and Community Engagement Coordinator to support councils, committees, and working groups, scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, coordinating speakers, and maintaining records.

This full-time, on-site role involves outreach, event planning, drafting communications, updating member information, and representing the Chamber at meetings and functions as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time-management skills for coordinating multiple councils, committees and projects.

Responsibilities

• Schedule meetings and prepare agendas for councils, committees and working groups.
• Coordinate speakers and maintain accurate records of activities and actions.
• Draft and distribute member communications and update committee information.
• Plan events and programs and support outreach, engagement, and advocacy efforts.
• Represent the Chamber at meetings and functions and build relationships with members and partners.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time-management

Communication skills

CRM systems

Relationship building

Event planning

Professionalism

Nonprofit experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM or membership systems

Job description

Company Description

The Prince William Chamber of Commerce is a leading regional business organization serving Prince William County, the City of Manassas, the City of Manassas Park, and the Northern Virginia area. With a diverse membership representing nearly 70,000 employees, the Chamber works to create a climate where businesses and people can prosper together. Its core focus areas include business growth, economic development, advocacy, education, and quality of life. Through programs, partnerships, and community engagement, the Chamber builds a strong foundation for member success and regional competitiveness. Team members contribute directly to strengthening the local economy and supporting a vibrant business community.

Role Description

The Council Liaison and Community Engagement Coordinator is a full-time, on-site role based in Manassas, VA. This position coordinates and supports the Chamber’s councils, committees, and working groups, including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, coordinating speakers, and maintaining accurate records. The Liaison works closely with volunteer leaders and staff to plan events and programs, track action items, and ensure effective follow-up and communication. Daily responsibilities include organizing logistics, drafting and distributing communications, updating member and committee information, and supporting advocacy and business development initiatives. The role also involves building relationships with members, assisting with outreach and engagement efforts, and representing the Chamber at meetings and functions as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple councils, committees, and projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience drafting agendas, minutes, emails, and other member-facing communications.
• Proficiency with office productivity tools and databases (e.g., Microsoft Office, CRM or membership systems) and comfort learning new software.
• Ability to build positive relationships with volunteers, members, and community partners, demonstrating professionalism, discretion, and a service-oriented mindset.
• Experience in event or meeting planning, including scheduling, logistics, and attendee coordination, is highly beneficial.
• Background in business, public administration, nonprofit, or community engagement settings is preferred; chamber of commerce or association experience is a plus.
• Capability to work on-site in Manassas, VA, including occasional early morning, evening, or special event hours as needed.