Director of Community Partnerships & Engagement

The E.W. Scripps Company in; Missoula (MT); Híbrido; USD 80.000 - 120.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

KPAX in Missoula, MT is seeking a community engagement leader to serve as the station's bridge to civic and community partners, translating insights into action that strengthens our journalism and local impact.

You will build trusted relationships across civic, nonprofit, business, educational, and government sectors, shaping coverage and audience trust while guiding forums, partnerships, and community initiatives.

Qualificações

• BS/BA in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred.
• Generally, 7+ years of progressively responsible experience in community engagement, journalism, nonprofit leadership, communications, public affairs, partnership development, government relations, or related field.
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits.

Responsabilidades

• Build and maintain relationships with community stakeholders to understand emerging issues, priorities, and opportunities.
• Gather, analyze, and communicate community insights to station leadership, newsroom teams, and partners to inform decision-making and coverage.
• Partner with News to identify story opportunities, connect journalists with trusted sources, and support audience engagement across community channels.
• Serve as the station's primary community liaison, developing trusted relationships with civic, nonprofit, business, educational, and government organizations.
• Represent the station throughout the community and foster partnerships that create long-term value and impact.

Conhecimentos

Relationship-building

Community listening

Strategic thinking

Public speaking

Project management

Collaboration

Communication

Formação

BS/BA in related discipline

Ferramentas

CRM platforms

Descrição da vaga

KPAX in Missoula, MT is seeking a community engagement leader to serve as the station's bridge to civic and community partners, translating insights into action that strengthens our journalism and local impact.

You will build trusted relationships across civic, nonprofit, business, educational, and government sectors, shaping coverage and audience trust while guiding forums, partnerships, and community initiatives.