Description

Lifestyle & Communications Coordinator

Carolina Oaks by Four Seasons | Bluffton, South Carolina

$20-$22/hour + Comprehensive Benefits + 16 Paid Holidays

Hiring range based on experience, skills, and qualifications.

Collaboration. Authenticity. Connection. Balance.

At Cohere, we believe community is the most valuable amenity.

We do more than manage communities—we help create places where people connect, belong, and thrive. By partnering with some of the nation's most innovative master-planned communities, we create places residents are proud to call home and where meaningful relationships flourish.

We're seeking a Lifestyle & Communications Coordinator to join our team at Carolina Oaks by Four Seasons, a premier 55+ active adult community in beautiful Bluffton, South Carolina.

Located just minutes from Hilton Head Island, Savannah, and the May River, Carolina Oaks offers residents an exceptional lifestyle inspired by the charm, hospitality, and natural beauty of the South Carolina Lowcountry. The Bluffton and Hilton Head region continues to be one of the fastest-growing active adult destinations in the Southeast, attracting residents from across the country who seek resort-quality amenities, meaningful social connections, and an active, engaging lifestyle.

In this role, you'll help create the experiences that make Carolina Oaks feel like home. From coordinating events and supporting resident communications to welcoming new neighbors and helping residents stay connected, you'll play an important role in fostering a vibrant, hospitality-driven community experience.

This is an opportunity to build meaningful relationships, create memorable experiences, and contribute to a community where connection, belonging, and active living are part of everyday life.

If you're someone who enjoys helping people, planning events, creating engaging communications, and bringing energy and enthusiasm to everything you do, we'd love to meet you.

Why People Choose Cohere

The best communities are built by people who feel supported, valued, and empowered to do their best work. That's why we invest in benefits, time away, and professional growth that help our team members thrive both personally and professionally.

Highlights Include:

• Medical coverage available on your first day
• Employer-paid dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employer-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability coverage
• Pet insurance options
• Employee Assistance Program with mental health, financial, legal, and family support resources
• Travel assistance and identity theft protection
• Complimentary will preparation services
• Generous paid time off
• 16 paid holidays each year, including a Birthday Day and Volunteer Day, in addition to PTO
• Professional development and growth opportunities

What You'll Do

Support Lifestyle Programming & Community Events

• Assist with planning, coordinating, and executing community events, activities, clubs, and lifestyle programs
• Support signature events, social gatherings, volunteer initiatives, and resident-led groups
• Maintain event calendars, registration systems, and activity schedules
• Help create engaging experiences that encourage participation and foster meaningful connections among residents
• Coordinate event logistics, vendor communications, and program support as needed

Deliver Exceptional Resident Experiences

• Serve as a welcoming resource for residents, guests, and stakeholders
• Support a hospitality-forward approach to resident engagement that reflects the warmth and authenticity of the Lowcountry
• Help ensure new residents feel welcomed, connected, and part of the community from the moment they arrive
• Respond to inquiries and provide support with professionalism, empathy, and care
• Assist with resolving concerns while maintaining a positive resident experience
• Promote community amenities, programs, and engagement opportunities

Support Communications & Community Outreach

• Assist with creating and distributing resident communications, newsletters, announcements, and promotional materials
• Maintain community calendars, informational materials, and communication platforms
• Support website updates and digital communications
• Help promote events, programs, volunteer opportunities, and community initiatives
• Ensure residents remain informed, engaged, and connected to community life

Support Community Operations

• Maintain community records, reports, and cloud-based files
• Assist with administrative projects, budgeting support, and strategic initiatives
• Coordinate schedules and proactively identify potential conflicts
• Support operational processes that contribute to an exceptional resident experience
• Collaborate with community leadership and team members to improve programs, communications, and overall engagement

Foster Community Connection

• Build positive relationships with residents, volunteers, community partners, and stakeholders
• Encourage participation and involvement throughout the community
• Support volunteer leadership and resident-driven initiatives
• Help cultivate an environment where residents feel welcomed, valued, and connected
• Contribute to a culture of collaboration, authenticity, connection, and balance

What We're Looking For

• 1-3 years of experience in events, hospitality, recreation, communications, marketing, customer service, community engagement, lifestyle programming, or a related field
• Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong organizational, project coordination, and time management abilities
• Experience planning or supporting events, programs, volunteer initiatives, resident engagement activities, or community communications preferred
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail
• Positive, energetic, and customer-focused approach to serving residents and stakeholders
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn new technology platforms
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with team members and community partners
• Experience serving active adult, lifestyle, golf, resort, waterfront, hospitality, or master-planned communities is highly valued
• Bachelor's degree in hospitality, event management, communications, recreation, marketing, public relations, or a related field preferred

Additional Requirements

• This is an onsite position located in Bluffton, South Carolina
• Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and some holidays, as needed to support community events and programs
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required
• Ability to lift and move up to 30 pounds
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during events and community activities

Equal Opportunity Employer 

Cohere is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all team members are valued and respected.