Community Relations Director Jobs

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.

What Does a Community Relations Director Do?

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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.

Where Community Relations Directors Work

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.

Find Community Relations Director Opportunities

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.

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$145K - $160K *

Reimagine fundraising leadership by driving multi-state strategies and engaging high-value donors. Lead a dynamic team to achieve ambitious revenue goals while fostering collaboration and accountabili...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$66K - $126K *

Champion employee relations by providing expert guidance on HR policies, compliance, and investigations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance engagement and resolve issues, ensuring a positive wor...

Georgia, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$182K - $243K *

Lead a dynamic communications team to shape brand narrative and media presence, driving public safety technology's impact through proactive strategy and crisis management across various platforms and...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$87K - $137K *

Oversee financial management and strategic priorities for the MNDK Chapter, providing high-level analysis and guidance to support decision-making and long-term sustainability while leading a team of f...

Minnesota, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $110K *

Shape the future of conservation by leading a dedicated team, managing operations, and driving fundraising efforts to protect local birdlife and habitats. Engage with the community and oversee impactf...

Santa Barbara, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $105K *

Empower your career as a Regional Manager, overseeing operations and personnel across multiple communities. Ensure fiscal stability and maintain professional relationships while achieving property man...

Orange, CARemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$92K - $144K *

Drive strategic HR initiatives while overseeing recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations. Collaborate with departments to ensure compliance and foster a positive workplace culture, supporting e...

Hastings, MNRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$265K - $295K *

Lead the charge in community engagement, fostering trusted relationships with local stakeholders to ensure Anthropic's infrastructure projects benefit Indiana and Kentucky communities throughout their...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $120K *

Elevate your career by managing complex relationships with professional societies. Drive governance, strategic growth, and member value while collaborating across functions to enhance organizational e...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$265K - $295K *

Drive community engagement and build trusted relationships with local stakeholders to ensure Anthropic's infrastructure projects are positively received and beneficial to the communities in Louisiana...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Partner with us to drive growth in strategic enterprise accounts, managing complex sales cycles and building trust with security-focused buying committees. Leverage technical credibility to close mult...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading executive searches for public pension organizations. Collaborate with leadership to define roles, engage top talent, and guide candidate assessments, ensuring a strategic f...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$85K - $90K *

Elevate community engagement by building trusted relationships with senior living staff and residents. Act as a vital connector, ensuring seamless access to on-site care services while fostering colla...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$101K - $115K *

Join us in optimizing philanthropy operations by leading strategic initiatives that enhance efficiency, data quality, and staff experience. Collaborate across teams to implement innovative solutions t...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to drive growth in mid-tier accounts, enhancing revenue retention through upselling and collaboration. Lead strategic conversations, manage expansion pipelines, and ensure client succe...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead high-performance teams to drive operational excellence and profitable growth. Collaborate across functions to execute strategies that enhance customer experience and achieve company goals while d...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $150K *

Champion growth by driving new business and enhancing customer relationships. Collaborate with internal teams to deliver tailored packaging solutions while executing effective sales strategies to capt...

Rock Island, ILRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $105K *

Lead the charge in enhancing relationships with CFA Societies across the Americas. Collaborate with boards and volunteers to support their strategic goals, ensuring they receive the resources needed t...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic communications and stakeholder engagement, enhancing brand reputation, and driving impactful narratives that connect with dairy farmers and industry partners, whi...

Dallas, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$70K - $126K *

Engage with key stakeholders to influence healthcare policy in Kansas, establishing strong legislative relationships while monitoring issues that impact the business unit and the community. Drive init...

Kansas, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Champion social strategy and community engagement, driving impactful growth across multiple channels. Lead a dynamic team to create culturally relevant content, leveraging AI for efficiency and innova...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Transform healthcare sales by leading strategic initiatives across major US health systems. Drive results through consultative selling, tailored business cases, and robust consensus building with C-su...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $103K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing strategic philanthropic partnerships, managing key relationships, and driving growth initiatives to achieve organizational goals while providing essential adm...

Brookline, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of health and wellness by providing clinical leadership, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving quality improvement across communities to enhance resident-centered care and outco...

Wilmington, DERemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$150K - $204K *

Unlock potential by leading transformative customer success strategies for nonprofit and arts organizations. Drive retention, growth, and innovation through AI-enabled solutions while collaborating ac...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Community Relations Director do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.