Director, Community Impact

Role Summary:

The Director of Community Impact is a visionary leader responsible for elevating our credit union's presence and reputation in the communities we serve. This role champions financial wellness, cultivates strategic corporate partnerships aligned with our mission, and leads a robust employee volunteer program. The ideal candidate is passionate about community development, brand advocacy, and creating meaningful, measurable impact.

Key Responsibilities:

Community Engagement & Brand Elevation

• Develop and execute a comprehensive community impact strategy that aligns with the credit union's mission and values.
• Serve as the face of the credit union in community initiatives, events, and partnerships. Work collaboratively with the VP of Marketing, as well as the Financial Education and Business Development departments, to complement their existing outreach and partnership programs.
• In conjunction with the VP of Financial Education, promote financial wellness through workshops, seminars, and outreach programs tailored to diverse community needs.
• Collaborate with external public relations firm and marketing to amplify community stories and initiatives across digital and traditional platforms.

Strategic Partnerships

• Identify, build, and maintain partnerships with nonprofits, schools, local businesses, and civic organizations.
• Leverage partnerships to expand the reach of financial education and community support programs.
• Negotiate and manage corporate sponsorships, grants, and co-branded initiatives that align with our mission.

Employee Volunteer Program

• Design and lead a dynamic employee volunteer program that fosters a culture of service and engagement.
• Coordinate volunteer opportunities, track participation, and recognize employee contributions.
• Align volunteer efforts with community needs and organizational goals.

Measurement & Reporting

• Establish KPIs and metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of community programs and partnerships.
• Prepare regular reports and presentations for executive leadership and the board.
• Monitor trends and best practices in community impact and financial wellness.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Nonprofit Management, Business, or related field (Master's preferred).
• 7+ years of experience in community relations, corporate social responsibility, or nonprofit leadership.
• Proven success in building partnerships and leading community-based programs.
• Strong public speaking, interpersonal, and storytelling skills.
• Passion for financial empowerment and community development.
• Experience managing teams and cross-functional initiatives.

Compensation information: Offers are based on experience and education.

$92,872.00 - $116,084.80 annually

APGFCU provides comprehensive benefits such as: medical and dental (shared expense), vision, 401(k), life and disability insurance, flexible spending account, employee assistance program, referral program, educational assistance, holidays, annual leave and sick leave.

APGFCU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability to Protected Veteran status. Please use the attached link to view the EEO law poster http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/poster.cfm

APGFCU is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to persons of all abilities, including persons with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send to the Human Resources Department and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodations will be responded to from this e-mail address.