POSITION TITLE:  Community Engagement Coordinator

FLSA STATUS:  Full-time, Hourly, Non-Exempt

WAGE:  $20.00 - $24.00/hour, commensurate with experience

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Under the direct supervision of the Executive Director, the Community Engagement Coordinator is responsible for overseeing several important programs that directly connect the Tillamook County Pioneer Museum to the people we serve. The Coordinator will develop promotional materials, press releases, and social media posts on behalf of the museum and Kilchis Point Reserve to better reach our visitors and potential patrons. They will also oversee our volunteer program, who serve a critical role in our daily operation, and work in collaboration with other staff to ensure volunteers both have a fulfilling experience and support the museum’s mission effectively. In addition, the Coordinator will also assist the Executive Director in managing our membership program by cultivating relationships with participants, processing membership applications, distributing relevant materials, and documenting their donations. The ideal candidate is community-driven, outgoing, flexible, and able to simultaneously consider both the goals of the organization and our stakeholders.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Marketing, Social Media, and Public Relations (40%):

• Develop promotional materials for the Museum and Kilchis Point Reserve, exhibits, programs, and events across a wide variety of methods.
• Oversee Museum and Kilchis Point Reserve social media accounts including working with other staff members to develop content for social media platforms.
• Develop and distribute regular newsletters for distribution via email and print.
• Serve as primary webmaster for the Museum’s website.

Volunteer Coordination (30%):

• Oversee Museum volunteer program, including recruitment efforts, developing and executing onboarding and training, scheduling, and regularly supervising their work.
• Develops Volunteer Appreciation materials and programs.
• Works collaboratively with other staff members to identify and develop volunteer projects that support other department strategic goals.

Development Assistance (30%):

• Manage Museum Membership and Kilchis Point Reserve Friends programs by promoting the programs, processing new and renewed applications, and distributing membership materials such as newsletters, reminders, and annual reports.
• Process incoming monetary donations and track their information within our membership platform, as well as preparing receipt documentation for donors.
• Work collaboratively with other staff to plan member exclusive events.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to work well and regularly with others, including diverse personalities of museum visitors and volunteers.
• Practice good organizational and time management skills.
• Be flexible and able to meet challenges as they arise.
• Adaptable and willing to work in many different capacities.
• Willing to learn new skills and knowledge quickly.
• Willing to get to know and work with community audiences and partner organizations.
• “Go-getter” attitude with a proactive work approach.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English. Spanish language fluency is also a benefit.
• Ability to work with little supervision, and bring an innovative approach to the work environment.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred or three years relevant experience.
• Experience with developing social media and/or promotional materials.
• Experience with working with many individuals and cultivating relationships with stakeholders and community partners.
• Experience with managing databases, sensitive data and financial records.
• Familiarity with museums and best practices preferred.
• Familiarity with local area, community, and history preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communicative skills.
• Must have reliable transportation and be able to travel for business-related purposes.
• Must possess a current valid Driver's License.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is usually performed during regular business hours at the Tillamook County Pioneer Museum; however, the Community Engagement Coordinator must be occasionally available on weekends and evenings for specific duties and/or activities. Work is performed in a variety of settings and at various sites throughout the Museum and its properties. Some exposure to dust, fumes, and vapors is possible due to exhibits. Some exposure to heat and cold in the collections storage locations. Position requires one to sit at the computer and desk, stand, climb stairs, bend, stoop, and lift to move objects, retrieve files, and pull/push, lift, and carry light objects.

BENEFITS

Starting wage between $20.00-$24.00 per hour, commensurate with experience, with an expected schedule of 40 hours per week (equivalent annual salary approximately $42,000-$50,000). Additionally, full-time employees receive paid vacation and sick leave, 11 paid holidays (including one personal day), health, dental, and visual insurance coverage, and a retirement plan.

TO APPLY

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to opportunities@tcpm.org. The application deadline is May 15, 2025.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The Tillamook County Pioneer Museum (TCPM) is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. TCPM makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

About Tillamook County Pioneer Museum

TCPM contains a collection of over 55,000 artifacts, including objects in storage at the museum and two additional storage facilities. We maintain three separate properties, including Kilchis Point Reserve, a 200-acre wetland along Tillamook Bay with an interpretive walking trail. We strive to serve both the community and visitors to the North Oregon Coast. The right candidate for this position will help us maintain our mission to “… preserve and interpret the Natural and Cultural Heritage of the North Oregon Coast and to foster appreciation and respect of the [same].”