Job Description

Organization: EdisonLearning, Inc

Job Title: Community Outreach Director

Category: Full-time

Classification: Development/Fundraising, Operations/Business Office/Administrative, Business/Economics

Work Year: 2010-2011

The Community Outreach Director (COD) leads implementation efforts for the enrollment of a local school. The COD is required to give frequent presentations and build/maintain relationships on behalf of the School. Excellent presentation, communication and organizational skills are required. This position requires travel throughout a region to make presentations to civic groups, religious organizations, parents, students and other audiences identified through market research.   The COD will lead teams of student recruiters for door to door canvassing and for promotion at school and community events.  Knowledge of Denver school systems is desired. This position is a full-time temporary position, and does not include benefits.

Main Responsibilities:
 Promotion
• Assist school personnel and Enrollment Manager in the implementation of defined local recruitment and enrollment initiatives
• Proactively identify and develop opportunities to promote School
• Cultivate interest in School through dynamic involvement with local civic organizations, religious groups, community groups, and other relevant organizations and clubs
• Participate actively in local Chambers of Commerce, business, professional, and education organizations as determined by the Enrollment Department and local School Team
• Build a database of contacts through local and regional involvement
 Campaign Management
• Prepare program of events and timetables for promotional events
• Recruit and supervise teams of Student Recruiters engaged in door to door neighborhood canvassing, attending school and community events, etc.
• Plan and manage for material needs at promotional events
• Provide operational updates and reports as needed
 Professional Responsibilities
• Learn the School design and product advantages
• Adhere to and enforce EdisonLearning and district policies and procedures
• Represent School in a positive and professional manner at all times
• Communicate with colleagues and supervisors on a regular basis and participate in internal meetings as scheduled

Key Relationships:
Internal: Enrollment Manager, School Principal, School Operations Manager, other school personnel.
External: Parents/Guardians, Students, Community Organizations
Key Behaviors and Skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and ability to converse comfortably with business, community, and education leaders at all levels
• Focus on details and accuracy
• Prioritize activities in a multi-task position
• Operate with a sense of urgency and accountability
• Meet deadlines
• Seek assistance when confronting obstacles to achievement of goals

Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Below are the minimum requirements of the education, experience, knowledge, and skills required to competently perform in this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Associates degree or higher
• At least one year of relevant experience in sales, business development/marketing, or public relations
• Strong written and verbal skills
• Knowledge of regional social, political, and economic issues preferred
• Knowledge of K-12 public education preferred
• Ability to create multimedia presentations in PowerPoint required
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred; may be required in specified regions
• Must possess a Colorado Driver’s License and a clear driving record
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and internet applications required
• Proficiency with multimedia communication tools, such as discussion boards, webinars, email, instant messaging, digital photography preferred

For more information and to apply online, visit our Web site at www.edisonlearning.com/join_our_team or email Brett Goodman at Brett.Goodman@edisonlearning.com.

Date Posted: 2010-05-28

Closing Date: 2010-08-28