Community Engagement Manager

I. POSITION OVERVIEW:

Waterloo Greenway is a 1.5-mile urban park system supported by a public-private partnership between the City Of Austin and Waterloo Greenway Conservancy. Once complete, the 35 acres of connected green space will be home to a wild array of natural and cultural destinations. The park system is being planned, designed, and built in three phases of geographic milestones. Meeting each phase by Our completion goals is ambitious and requires support from the entire community. Phase 1 opened in August 2021 and includes Waterloo Park and the Moody Amphitheater. Phase II, from the lake up to 4th Street, is under construction and will open in spring 2026. Amid epic gardens and rolling pathways, and a twinkling Waller Creek that links them, the environment, arts, health, and adventure will converge and nourish authentic and uplifting experiences that reflect our city's diversity.

The Community Engagement Manager for Waterloo Greenway Conservancy (WGC) is responsible for developing and implementing the overall community outreach and public engagement strategy of the organization. The Manager leads the charge of communications, public engagement, and awareness to ensure continuous and meaningful dialogue with a wide array of stakeholders including park guests, community groups and their leadership, and the broader community.

II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• All work is performed with a direct reflection of the mission and values of WGC while emphasizing community engagement and partnerships. Lead for internal/external communications efforts such as newsletters, and other community outreach initiatives
• Lead outreach and engagement efforts for WGC: Create, implement and track an annual outreach plan to increase project awareness among diverse stakeholders throughout the city Design public meetings, facilitate dialogues, and site tours to

Ill. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• This position is primarily performed in an indoor office environment
• During events, this role may be required to lift heavy objects up to 50lbs and stand for long periods of time
• Reasonable accommodations will be made if the person is not able to meet this requirement
• This role requires occasional work in outdoor weather conditions
• Reliable transportation is required to attend frequent events On and off-site. Evening and weekend hours are required.

IV. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree from accredited four-year college or university
• 3-5 years of community engagement and outreach experience
• 3-5 years of existing network of relationships with neighborhood groups and community leaders and with public meeting design and facilitation
• 3 years of experience in a non-profit organization and with public-private partnerships
• Master's degree in a related field a plus but not required
• Bilingual (Spanish / English) a plus
• 5 years of experience (preferred) in a non-profit organization and with public-private partnerships

V. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

CORE COMPETENCIES; Resourcefulness, Ensures Accountability, Collaborates, Communicates Effectively, Instills Trust

ADDITIONAL COMPETENCIES INFORMATION:

• Knowledge of community organizing and neighborhood development techniques
• Familiarity with and commitment to public engagement best practices
• Ability to work well with individuals from a variety of different backgrounds and experience, including community leaders, residents, local officials and elected representatives
• Strong verbal communications skills and demonstrated ability to write clearly and persuasvely
• Exceptional organizational, strategic and creative, and accurate multi-tasking skills

VI. ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:

• Reports to Senior Manager, Programs and Community Engagement
• Supports: Public Programs; Development; Communications; Operations
• Peer collaboration/communicates with (internal, external): all WGC departments, City of Austin staff & elected officials, staff & leadership at partner organizations and WGC stakeholders

VII. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Waterloo Greenway strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

VII. HIRING PRACTICES

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,000 - $70,000