Community Outreach Coordinator

We are a community bank that has been established since 1887. We believe in the core values of respect, ownership, community, strength and knowledge and are looking for someone who shares those same values.

The Community Outreach Coordinator is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing outreach initiatives that strengthen the bank’s presence and relationships within the communities we serve. This role will focus on building partnerships, coordinating events, and promoting financial literacy and inclusion, while aligning with the bank’s mission of community enrichment and customer-first service.

Primary Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison between the bank and local organizations, schools, nonprofits, and civic groups.
• Identify and cultivate new community partnerships and sponsorship opportunities.
• Represent the bank at community events, volunteer initiatives, and public forums.

• Plan, organize, and execute community events such as financial literacy workshops, school presentations, and local sponsorships.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure successful event logistics and participation.

• Assist in the development of outreach materials, including flyers, press releases, and social media content.
• Work closely with the marketing team to align outreach efforts with brand messaging and campaigns.
• Open to speaking in public, being a public-facing representative of the bank.

• Support the creation and implementation of outreach programs that promote financial wellness and inclusion.
• Track and report on program outcomes and community impact.

• Maintain an outreach calendar and database of community contacts and engagements.
• Coordinate and manage incoming sponsorship and donation requests and maintain records of community giving.
• Prepare regular reports on outreach activities, participation metrics, and feedback.

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or related field
• 2+ years of experience in community engagement, event planning, or customer service.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.
• Familiarity with social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Canva, and social media platforms.
• Flexibility to attend occasional evening or weekend event

• Two years’ banking experience
• Familiarity with the communities the banks serves, and local organizations is a plus

• Paid time off (3 weeks to start)
• Volunteer time off (1 day per year)
• Paid holidays (9.5 days per year)
• Health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
• Telehealth with $0 copay
• HSA plan options, including employer contribution
• Vision
• Dental
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to 6% match (after 1 year)
• Short term disability insurances (paid 100% by company)
• Long term disability insurance (paid 100% by company)
• Life insurance (paid 100% by company)
• Voluntary life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; and nothing in this herein restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.