Community Relations Directors build strong relationships between organizations and the communities they serve. They guide outreach, develop partnerships, and lead initiatives that strengthen trust, address local priorities, and support organizational goals. Explore vetted leadership opportunities on Ladders, including Community Relations Director jobs paying $100,000 or more.
Responsibilities vary by organization and industry, but often include setting community engagement strategy, managing nonprofit and government partnerships, overseeing outreach programs, and representing the organization at public events. Directors may also coordinate volunteer initiatives, respond to community concerns, and track the outcomes of programs and partnerships.
Employers commonly seek experienced leaders with strong communication, relationship-building, and project management skills. Relevant backgrounds may include public relations, corporate social responsibility, public affairs, nonprofit leadership, or community development. Budget management, team leadership, program evaluation, and the ability to work with diverse stakeholders can also be valuable.
Community Relations Directors can work in corporations, healthcare systems, universities, nonprofits, government agencies, and other organizations with significant community partnerships. The scope of the role depends on the organization’s mission, geographic reach, and engagement priorities.
Explore Community Relations Director openings on Ladders to find vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review role expectations, compare employers, and identify positions that align with your leadership experience and career goals.
Associate Director of Philanthropy, Corporate Relations
$128K - $138K *
Drive impactful corporate partnerships by securing significant philanthropic investments. Manage a diverse portfolio, develop strategic engagement plans, and collaborate across teams to align corporat...
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$110K - $130K *
Join us to lead strategic outreach initiatives that enhance security protections for governmental entities. Drive customer engagement through education and marketing of Managed Security Services, whil...
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$120K - $160K *
Transform communications strategy and execution for a growing organization. Lead branding, messaging, and digital presence to enhance visibility and engagement across diverse audiences, while collabor...
1 week ago
$100K - $167K *
Join a team that's driving impactful earned media strategies in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Lead media relations, secure placements, and maintain brand consistency while leveraging AI tools for...
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Program Director, Employee Relations
$121K - $190K *
Transform employee relations by building a robust ER model, leading complex investigations, and empowering HR teams. Drive strategic initiatives while managing sensitive employee matters to create eff...
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$100K - $300K *
Unlock potential by driving enterprise growth in non-commercial foodservice technology. Own the full sales lifecycle, engage stakeholders, and deliver tailored solutions that enhance operational effic...
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Chief Development Officer (F/T, remote)
$120K - $150K *
Empower change by leading strategic fundraising efforts! As a vital team architect, you'll cultivate relationships, drive grant strategies, and shape a culture of philanthropy that fuels innovative jo...
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Senior Director of Community Engagement (Remote)
$125K - $150K *
Lead the charge in community engagement, fostering relationships with stakeholders to enhance local support for infrastructure projects. Drive initiatives across markets, ensuring alignment with corpo...
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$100K - $120K *
Empower operational excellence by supporting C-suite executives with complex scheduling, stakeholder coordination, and proactive management of priorities in a fast-paced environment. Bring your expert...
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$82K - $90K *
Empower successful RHTP initiatives through stakeholder engagement, communications, and project support. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure effective outreach, timely execution, and inclusive pa...
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Senior Director, Foundation Relations
$145K - $150K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing justice and democracy by leading foundation relations efforts. Drive funding strategies, manage a diverse portfolio, and collaborate with top policy reformers...
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Associate Director of Development
$81K - $86K *
Join a team that's dedicated to building strong donor relationships and implementing effective fundraising strategies. You'll manage a portfolio of prospects, engage with diverse stakeholders, and dri...
1 week ago
Associate Director of Development
$114K - $132K *
Pioneer strategic fundraising initiatives that cultivate donor relationships and secure six and seven-figure gifts. Collaborate across teams to enhance organizational impact and utilize donor insights...
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$96K - $102K *
Drive impactful public relations strategies, elevating brand visibility and storytelling for a national nonprofit focused on early childhood development and health through effective messaging and medi...
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$110K - $130K *
Transform talent acquisition by leading strategic initiatives that foster growth. Develop and optimize recruitment processes while creating a culture of inclusion and innovation to attract top talent...
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$115K - $130K *
Drive national fundraising strategy and donor engagement to secure vital support for survivors of gender-based violence. Collaborate with leadership to enhance revenue growth and build a strong cultur...
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CCAC Regional Supervisor - Operations & Onboarding Support
$83K - $89K *
Champion essential operations and fellowship support for a regional team, provide administrative oversight, and build strong relationships with 400+ fellows and numerous partner organizations to drive...
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$100K - $120K *
Elevate your career by leading strategic initiatives for Colorado's Extended Producer Responsibility Program, fostering relationships with regulators and stakeholders while driving operational success...
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$140K - $180K *
Lead strategic account planning and execution to drive significant growth in Enterprise and Government accounts, focusing on multi-year expansions, complex negotiations, and maintaining strong relatio...
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$110K - $135K *
Create strategic account plans and drive revenue growth by leading expansion discussions and managing a diverse portfolio of commercial accounts, ensuring alignment and collaboration with cross-functi...
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Community Advocate, Housing Rights Program
$72K - $94K *
Serve as a vital Community Advocate, empowering low-income tenants through legal support, outreach, and advocacy. Collaborate with diverse teams to combat displacement and enhance tenant rights, ensur...
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Local Government Relations Manager
$85K - $120K *
Transform community engagement by building strategic relationships with local governments and stakeholders. Navigate permitting and construction challenges to ensure timely project execution and enhan...
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Local Government Relations Manager
$85K - $120K *
Transform community engagement through strong local government relations, guiding network expansion with strategic partnerships and collaborative solutions. Shape project execution by navigating regul...
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Director, Badger Founders Network
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in building a vibrant global community of UW–Madison alumni founders and innovators. Drive engagement, develop programs, and strengthen connections within the entrepreneurship ecosyste...
6 days ago
Supervisor, Social & Community Service
$104K - $137K *
Join a team dedicated to enhancing community well-being by supervising social services, fostering collaboration, and developing workflows to empower team members and improve service delivery for diver...
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What does a Community Relations Director do?
A Community Relations Director leads an organization’s engagement with local communities and external stakeholders. The role may include building partnerships, overseeing outreach programs, representing the organization, and measuring community impact.
What qualifications are common for Community Relations Director jobs?
Employers often look for leadership experience in community engagement, public relations, public affairs, nonprofit management, or a related field. Strong communication, partnership development, project management, and team leadership skills are commonly valued.
Where can Community Relations Directors work?
They may work for corporations, nonprofits, healthcare organizations, universities, government agencies, and other institutions that manage community partnerships or outreach programs.
Do Community Relations Director jobs pay $100,000 or more?
Compensation varies by employer, location, industry, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more, so candidates can explore qualifying Community Relations Director opportunities there.