Community Engagement and Events Specialist

Bossier City, LA (On-site)

$50K/yr – $52K/yrMid Level3+ years expFull time

Posted 7 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own end to end community engagement and events program, combining fundraising, outreach, and marketing to raise visibility and donor pipelines.

  • Plan and execute internal events, external fundraisers, and outreach campaigns across channels.
  • Build partnerships with community members, donors, and corporate partners while managing budgets, vendors, venues, and on site delivery.
  • Collaborate with Development and Marketing leadership to create awareness campaigns that grow event driven impact.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Plan, coordinate, and execute all aspects of internal events and external fundraisers, including community outreach programs, volunteer appreciation events, and awareness campaigns.
  • Manage event logistics such as budgeting, vendor management, venue selection, catering, and on-site execution.
  • Oversee setup, staffing, and event timelines to ensure smooth and professional delivery.
  • Track event performance metrics and prepare post-event evaluations and reports for leadership.
  • Serve as an ambassador for L.A.B. at community events, business functions, and networking opportunities.
  • Build and maintain relationships with community members, donors, corporate partners, and other nonprofits to strengthen collaboration and visibility.
  • Coordinate volunteer recruitment, engagement, and recognition programs.
  • Support donor cultivation and stewardship through meaningful communication, outreach, and event experiences.
  • Collaborate with the Vice President of Development and Marketing to create and implement promotional campaigns that raise awareness of L.A.B.’s mission, services, and events.
  • Manage social media strategies and content for platforms including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X, TikTok, and YouTube.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Business Administration, or related field.
  • Minimum of three to five years of experience in event planning, marketing, community relations, or nonprofit development.
  • Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) or donor management systems, and social media management tools.
  • Experience with graphic design or marketing platforms preferred.
  • Excellent organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Flexibility to work evenings and weekends for events as needed.
  • Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and proof of auto insurance
Bossier Chamber of Commerce logo

Bossier Chamber of Commerce

Since 1947, the Bossier Chamber of Commerce has served as an integral part of what makes our twin-city community thrive. We serve as a primary advocate for this business community to ensure a positive business climate. We cannot succeed without our valued members, and we work hard to help our members stay involved, connected and informed. That is why we offer more than 100 events and activities each year.Our purpose is to improve the quality of life and business in this community through joint partnerships with many regional and state organizations dedicated to economic prosperity. We have made a mark on this region through putting our members first and we are focused on producing results that provide direct benefit to our valued partners. The innovative leadership of our Board of Directors and the collaborative nature of our partnership endevours have allowed us to quickly become one of the most trusted business advocates in Louisiana. We are leading the Northwest Louisiana region to become the most economically prosperous region and the most desirable place to live & work in the U.S.

Founded in 1947
Bossier City, Louisiana, USA
10 employees (2 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
3.2K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
42.9%
Direct
37.9%
Referral
5.4%
Social
12.5%
Paid
1.3%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~10

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
2 (20% of company)