Community Relations Managers build productive relationships between organizations and the communities they serve. They guide outreach, develop partnerships, and help ensure that community perspectives inform business decisions and programs. Explore vetted Community Relations Manager opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles offering salaries of $100,000 or more.
Responsibilities vary by organization and industry, but often include creating community engagement strategies, managing partnerships with nonprofits and local groups, coordinating events and outreach programs, and responding to community concerns. These managers may also collaborate with communications, public affairs, sustainability, and corporate social responsibility teams. They track engagement outcomes and share insights with company leaders.
Employers commonly seek experience in community engagement, public relations, partnership development, or related fields. Strong candidates bring excellent communication and relationship-building skills, sound judgment, project management abilities, and the capacity to work with diverse stakeholders. Depending on the role, experience with public policy, grant programs, crisis response, or impact measurement may also be valuable.
Community Relations Managers work across sectors such as healthcare, energy, technology, finance, education, government, and nonprofit organizations. Their work may focus on local investment, community programs, public consultation, or strengthening an organization’s reputation and social impact. Senior roles can lead to director-level positions in community affairs, corporate social responsibility, public affairs, or external relations.
Search Ladders for vetted Community Relations Manager jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review opportunities by location, industry, and experience level to find a role that fits your career goals and expertise.
Manager, EHS Sustainability & Project Support
$110K - $130K *
Contribute to the development and execution of sustainability strategies, integrating environmental considerations into planning and operations while driving initiatives that enhance organizational pe...
6 days ago
Grants Manager, Development and Communications
$80K - $90K *
Create compelling funding proposals and manage a diverse portfolio of grants. Collaborate across teams to ensure accurate submissions, maintain strong funder relationships, and support CAMBA's mission...
3 weeks ago
Grants Manager, Development and Communications
$80K - $90K *
Transform funding strategies by managing grant proposals and fostering relationships. Collaborate across teams to create compelling narratives and ensure timely submissions, while maintaining a strong...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $110K *
Join a dynamic team as you empower HR practices that foster a positive, inclusive workplace. Manage the employee lifecycle, ensuring compliance and strategic support across programs while aligning wit...
1 week ago
$95K - $110K *
Elevate your HR career by managing employee lifecycle processes, fostering a positive workplace culture, and ensuring compliance with laws and best practices across multiple programs in a mission-driv...
1 week ago
VP, Strategic Partnerships Manager
$110K - $130K *
Elevate your career by building strategic partnerships in the workers' compensation space. Engage with clients, strengthen relationships, and drive business growth across California, Nevada, and Arizo...
Reposted 4 days ago
Community Office Manager (Auburn)
$83K - $98K *
Lead our Community Office to enhance customer relationships and drive sales. Oversee operations, mentor staff, and ensure compliance while fostering a culture of exceptional service and community enga...
3 weeks ago
Social Media Manager (Remote Position)
$77K - $96K *
Inspire audience engagement by managing and growing social media presence across multiple platforms. Execute strategies, create compelling content, and analyze performance to drive event registrations...
3 weeks ago
$85K - $95K *
Lead donor engagement initiatives to enhance fundraising strategies and cultivate relationships. Collaborate with teams to manage donor pipelines and stewardship plans, ensuring organizational sustain...
3 weeks ago
Sr. Manager, Account Management
$105K - $115K *
Manage and elevate client programs by coordinating cross-functional teams, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget. Serve as the primary contact, driving best-in-class service and optimizing...
1 week ago
Senior Manager, Corporate Communications
$104K - $131K *
Lead corporate communications and employee engagement initiatives, providing strategic counsel to senior leaders while managing internal and external messaging to enhance organizational alignment and...
1 week ago
Controller / Accounting Manager
$80K - $95K *
Unlock your potential in a dynamic environment where you will manage financial operations, prepare statements, and drive process improvements. Join a team that values your expertise and fosters profes...
1 week ago
$108K - $140K *
Transform talent acquisition by leading a dynamic recruiting team, driving data-informed strategies, and enhancing candidate experiences to meet organizational growth and workforce needs...
Yesterday
$115K - $122K *
Empower healthcare facility projects by planning, coordinating, and overseeing construction and renovations. Ensure compliance with regulations while managing budgets and timelines to achieve operatio...
Reposted today
Local Government Relations Manager
$85K - $120K *
Lead the charge in building strategic relationships with local governments and community leaders to support network expansion. Navigate permitting and construction coordination while ensuring timely p...
3 weeks ago
Local Government Relations Manager
$85K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing community relations and infrastructure. This role fosters partnerships with local governments and stakeholders, ensuring smooth project execution and complian...
3 weeks ago
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...
3 weeks ago
Local Government Relations Manager
$85K - $120K *
Engage with local governments and stakeholders to strengthen community partnerships. This role oversees permitting, construction issues, and facilitates cross-functional collaboration, ensuring projec...
4 weeks ago
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...
4 weeks ago
$90K - $98K *
Drive community engagement by executing strategic retention campaigns, fostering authentic relationships, and managing gifting programs. Collaborate cross-functionally to amplify member stories and en...
Reposted 4 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive safety excellence across multiple job sites by overseeing compliance, conducting inspections, and mentoring personnel. Collaborate with teams to implement safety plans and ensure adherence to re...
Today
Stewardship Programs and Services Manager
$90K - $97K *
Join a team that's enhancing stewardship programs and services, fostering relationships with parishes and dioceses. Lead initiatives that promote engagement and growth within Hispanic-Latino Catholic...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to managing multiple offices, overseeing staff, and enhancing workplace culture. This role combines people management and office operations, ensuring a productive environm...
Reposted 2 days ago
Manager of Conflicts & New Business Intake
$115K - $165K *
Lead the Conflicts and New Business Intake functions, overseeing team performance, service quality, and process improvements. Collaborate effectively to enhance operational efficiency and ensure ethic...
Reposted 1 week ago
Manager of Conflicts & New Business Intake
$115K - $165K *
Take ownership of the Conflicts and New Business Intake function by leading teams, optimizing processes, and ensuring compliance with ethical standards, driving service excellence, and fostering stron...
Reposted 1 week ago
What does a Community Relations Manager do?
A Community Relations Manager develops and maintains relationships between an organization and the communities around it. The role may include outreach strategy, partnership management, events, community programs, and responding to stakeholder feedback.
What qualifications are usually required for Community Relations Manager jobs?
Requirements vary, but employers often look for a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and a background in community engagement, communications, public relations, public affairs, or partnership development. Leadership, writing, project management, and stakeholder relations skills are commonly valued.
How much do Community Relations Managers earn?
Compensation depends on factors such as industry, location, experience, and scope of responsibility. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including eligible Community Relations Manager roles.
Where do Community Relations Managers work?
They work in a range of sectors, including healthcare, energy, technology, finance, education, government, and nonprofit organizations.
What roles can follow a Community Relations Manager position?
Experienced professionals may advance to director or senior leadership roles in community affairs, public affairs, corporate social responsibility, external relations, or stakeholder engagement.