Senior Manager, Community Connections - KPAX
Core
Serve as the station's primary bridge to the community, building trusted relationships with civic, nonprofit, business, educational, and government sectors to translate community insight into action that strengthens journalism and audience trust.
Role type
Senior Manager, Community Engagement & Partnerships
Builds
Long-term community partnerships, public-service initiatives, educational programs, and forums.
Domain
Local media / Public affairs / Nonprofit sector
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Relationship building, strategic thinking, public speaking, facilitation, project management, conflict resolution, market analysis, cross-functional leadership, event planning
Preferred skills
Journalism background, nonprofit leadership experience, government relations experience
Technologies
Microsoft Office, CRM platforms, collaboration tools
Responsibilities
Build and maintain relationships with community stakeholders; Gather and communicate community insights to leadership; Partner with News to identify story opportunities and connect journalists with sources; Represent the station in the community and foster partnerships; Lead planning and execution of forums, town halls, and public-service initiatives; Advise leadership on community needs and emerging issues; Oversee event logistics and effectiveness measurement.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team coordination
