Assistant Community Engagement Manager

Description

Cohere Life, Inc.

JOB DESCRIPTION: 1/7/2026

Title: Assistant Community Engagement Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports to: Director, Communications and Engagement

Location: Verrado Assembly – Buckeye, Arizona

Summary

The Assistant Community Engagement Manager (ACEM) for Verrado Assembly plays an integral role in advancing the mission of the Verrado Community Life Team by fostering unique opportunities for residents to engage and connect, creating a sense of community and lifestyle that sets Verrado apart from any other place to live. By bringing residents, neighbors, non-profits, employers, and others together, the ACEM fosters a rich expression of community life and builds the framework for a sustainable legacy community.

Working in collaboration with internal and external partners, The ACEM will plan and implement a portfolio of social and recreation activities and programs that occur on a seasonal calendar while involving community stakeholders (residents, partners, etc.) throughout the process. The ACEM is also responsible for the execution of engagement programs and events, including summer youth, teen and family activities. The Assistant Community Manager will oversee the resident volunteer program, guide and develop the Ambassador Team to strengthen resident connections. The Assistant Manager is also responsible for leading long-term relationships that grow the quality of opportunities for residents to be involved in clubs and groups, as well as establish and maintain important relationships with community partners that provide rich programming for residents. In addition, the ACEM may lead and/or contribute to the success of signature events, volunteer and philanthropic programs, and amenity operations, and serve as the on-the-ground resource for communications—identifying information needs, capturing story opportunities, and contributing to the creation of accurate and compelling messaging.

The ACEM will actively support the values, vision, and philosophies of Cohere Life, Inc., while meeting community stakeholder needs with a high level of satisfaction. As a member of the Community Life team, the ACEM will demonstrate the core values of Trust, Reciprocity, Spirit and Legacy while striving to exceed the expectations of both residents and team members.

Scope

• In collaboration with the Director, Communications and Engagement and other stakeholders, develop and execute a dynamic multi-faceted community engagement strategy that is reflective of the community brand, vision and culture.
• Support community initiatives, outreach activities, and partner relationships.
• Support the planning and implementation of programs, including summer programming for youth and teen activities, year-round youth, teen and family events, and set up Educational Programming for lifelong learning opportunities for residents through our stakeholders.
• Set up and launch event registration systems in support of activities; monitor registration to ensure adequate supplies are in place to support anticipated attendance.
• Lead the execution of the event and/or activities (days may begin as early as 5:00 a.m. and end as late as midnight.); be onsite to manage and handle all necessary decision-making.
• Document service processes and engagement trends
• Support delivery of the community brand and engagement strategy
• Responsible for assisting with the day-to-day upkeep and smooth operation of office, including managing supplies, maintaining equipment, ensuring assigned vehicles are serviced, and supporting general administrative office needs.
• Working with operations team members, develop and implement a robust resident welcome program aimed at making a genuine connection with every new homeowner.
• May be responsible for the direct oversight of all Ambassadors
• May be responsible for managing, scheduling, training, budgeting of hours of Ambassadors, and events
• May be responsible for the financial oversight, of Ambassadors and events, all aimed at fostering meaningful connections with every resident.
• May be responsible for leading ambassadors in Ambassador Led Events.
• Contribute to the development and execution of community strategic plans & budgets.
• Support delivery of engagement programs and events inclusive of welcome, leadership, volunteer, club and group programs and signature events
• Develop and implement a comprehensive volunteer engagement strategy that leverages resident leaders and influencers to advance and support key events and programs; create committee Charters; recruit committee members; manage committee meetings and related activities.
• Coordinate annual communications calendar in support of Inspiration Engagement and Operations imperatives.
• Maintain community engagement records in SharePoint.
• Manage vendor relationships and ensure that appropriate contracts are executed, accounting requirements fulfilled, insurance requirements are met, and similar details are handled; submit all final invoices upon receipt to Director, Communications and Engagement for timely processing.
• Manage technical execution and invoicing for community programs
• Support the engagement team with tasks, special projects, and events as needed
• Assist team in planning and executing signature events each year; serve as an integral contributor to the overall success of all engagement programming at Verrado.
• Support the content curation and production of community collateral, including weekly e-blasts
• Help monitor, evaluate, and provide content to the communications team for website content pages as required
• Ensure that Verrado and Cohere brand standards are met within all programs.
  
  

Attributes

Qualifications

Key attributes for a successful Assistant Engagement Manager include, but are not limited to the following capabilities, qualifications and performance skills:

• Passion for people and able to engage in authentic, meaningful ways
• Outstanding customer service skills and instincts
• Personable, tactful and diplomatic
• Possess strong management and organizational skills
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Ability to foster a collaborative environment when serving both internal and external customers
• Excellent verbal, written and personal communication skills
• Excellent troubleshooting skills
• Conscientious and dependable work ethic and attention to detail
• Organization, prioritization, follow-up, and time management skills
• Ability to keep the organization’s vision and values at the forefront of decision-making and action
• Ability to establish and convey a sense of purpose in alignment with the values of Verrado Community Life Team
• Innovative and creative problem solving using a “win-win” approach
• Able to ask for help when you need it
• Possess initiative to think, reason and make independent and effective decisions
• Able to work independently and in a team environment
• Outstanding customer service skills including genuine care for making resident and stakeholder interactions positive
• Project enthusiastic, positive and professional demeanor
• Possess comfort with tech tools
• Strong project management and leadership skills
• Ability to demonstrate flexibility Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, Paint, Outlook
• Comfort with web programs and tools – WordPress and CMS web platforms
• Comfort with Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat Pro
• Proficient in database management
• Personal skills to include leadership abilities, positive outlook, self-motivation, and problem solving
  
  

Knowledge | Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years progressive work in community building and organizing/planning community events.
• College degree in recreation, hospitality, or similarly aligned field preferred.
• Experience in customer service and working in a professional environment. Effective communication, motivation, cooperation, and conflict resolution.
• Written and verbal communication skill required; promotional messaging experience preferred
• Proficiency in a wide range of software including Microsoft Office Suite, social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter), WordPress and others; familiarity with HTML, Adobe design suite and photo editing software preferred
• Able to work a flexible schedule that includes some evenings, weekends and holidays
• Provide one’s own transportation for off-site programs, meetings with partners, picking up necessary supplies, etc.;
• Must have a current drivers’ license and an acceptable driving record
• Capable of lifting or moving up to 30 pounds on a regular basis and being on feet for extended period
  
  

Work Environment

The Community Engagement Coordinator Should Expect To

• Work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends and some holidays.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather and being on feet for extended periods of time.
• Provide one’s own transportation for off-site programs, meetings with partners, picking up necessary supplies, etc.; must have a current drivers’ license and an acceptable driving record.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and be on feet for extended periods.
  
  

Operating Principles

In Furtherance Of Our Mission Team Members Will

• Instill a sense of fun and enthusiasm into everything we do.
• Encourage a dynamic collaboration between internal and external stakeholders.
• Exercise tact, diplomacy and fair-mindedness in all interactions while providing exceptional customer service.
• Reflect a work style based on inclusiveness, mutual respect, consensus-building, and responsiveness to changing needs and opportunities.
• Embrace the vision, goals, and aspirations of Cohere.
  
  

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $58,000 - $65,000 per year

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
  
  

Cohere is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

We reserve the right to close the posting when a sufficient number of qualified applicants have been received.