Summary

Patrick Henry’s Red Hill (Brookneal, VA), a 501-(c)(3), is seeking a Community Engagement Coordinator to enthusiastically engage the public in events and programs at historic Red Hill and about Quarter Place through in-person relationship-building and highly-personalized communications. At Red Hill, every staff member is a Visitor Center partner, and everyone has a part in development.

Essential Functions

Develop and manage an engagement strategy plan to promote new and expanded programs, with an emphasis on reaching underrepresented communities, particularly local African Americans.
Build and strengthen positive relationships with local businesses, community members, church leaders, congregations, schools, and other non-profit and historical sites through in-person meetings and conducting customized tours of Red Hill.
Maintain a deep awareness of Foundation activities and initiatives, community affairs, and current events to share with the public.
Study and become well-versed in the complete history of Red Hill.
Collaborate with staff in developing and implementing inclusive virtual and in-person programs and material that advance the Foundation’s mission of education and preservation.
Work closely with researchers and archaeologists to share discoveries with visitors and the community at large regarding Red Hill and the Quarter Place.
Collaborate with staff on special projects and events through the planning process, execution, and reporting.
Provide timely updates regarding progress in community engagement and development relating to set outcomes.
Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Minimum 4-year Bachelor’s degree in History, Business, Project Management, Public Relations, Education, Communications, Behavioral Science, or a similar program.
Experience in and commitment to community engagement, outreach and inclusion.
Comfortable with engaging individuals and groups with in-person, face-to-face meetings.
Demonstrated ability to effectively and comfortably communicate with audiences of varying demographics over varying platforms.
Organizational and program management skills gained through experience or in education.
Strong desire to learn and appreciate the complete history of Red Hill and all who lived and labored at the site over time.
Self-motivator with the ability to set high expectations and successfully meet deadlines.
Strong, team-oriented approach.
Ability to adapt to new environments and a willingness to learn.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability and desire to represent the Foundation with a high level of professionalism and integrity.
Self-confident and ability to attend off-site events as the sole representative of Red Hill.
Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Able to lift 20 pounds.
Able to stand for extended periods of time.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in a museum or a non-profit environment.
Experience working in a community engagement/outreach role or capacity.

Salary & Benefits

$40,000 base salary with health insurance premiums paid by employer and retirement plan match.
Generous paid time off and sick leave.
On-site housing is available for relocation.
Professional Development opportunities.

To apply, please email a resume and cover letter to info@redhill.org. Open until filled. For questions, please email Caitlin Olsen, Director of Education & Donor Systems (caitlin@redhill.org).

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