Community Relations & Events Coordinator Manager

Community Relations & Events Manager (Full-Time)

Location:

Old Bridge, NJ (In-Office Position)

Reports To:

General Manager

Compensation:
Salary DOE

Join The Bridge Radio Network

The Bridge Radio Network is a listener-supported Christian radio ministry serving the greater New York metropolitan region, including New York City—the nation’s #1 media market—Northern New Jersey, the Hudson Valley and Upstate New York, and parts of Pennsylvania. Through our network of radio stations, digital platforms, community outreach, and live events, we share the hope of Jesus Christ with listeners across one of the largest and most influential regions in the country.

This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to help strengthen the local church, build meaningful community partnerships, develop ministry leaders, and help lead one of the region’s premier Christian music festivals, Bridgefest. If you’re passionate about serving Christ, building relationships, and creating experiences that impact lives, we’d love to hear from you.

Because The Bridge works closely alongside Calvary Chapel Old Bridge, an appreciation for and engagement with the ministry community is highly valued.

This is an in-office position based in Old Bridge, New Jersey. The role includes local and occasional out-of-area travel throughout the year, as well as evening and weekend work for station events, remotes, annual listener support campaigns, and Bridgefest activities.

Position Summary

The Community Relations & Events Manager is responsible for developing and strengthening relationships with churches, ministries, community organizations, listeners, and volunteers while serving as the Assistant Director of Bridgefest. This individual will represent The Bridge throughout the community, lead volunteer teams, supervise the Station’s Social Media Coordinator, and play a key leadership role in planning and executing events and initiatives that advance the ministry’s mission.

The ideal candidate is a relational leader with a servant’s heart who loves the local church, excels at organizing people and projects, and is passionate about using Christian media to share the hope of Jesus Christ. They are a self-starter who thrives in a collaborative environment, communicates well, and is committed to helping The Bridge grow its ministry impact throughout the region.

Key Responsibilities

Community Relations & Radio Ministry

Build and maintain strong relationships with churches, pastors, ministry leaders, and community organizations.

Represent The Bridge Radio Network at church functions, community events, ministry gatherings, station appearances, and promotional events.

Develop new opportunities for year-round community engagement and outreach.

Coordinate station outreach initiatives and listener engagement activities.

Maintain strong relationships with ministry partners and community organizations.

Oversee and maintain The Bridge Radio website to ensure content remains current and engaging.

Maintain station merchandise inventory.

Supervise and provide leadership, support, and direction to the Station’s Social Media Coordinator.

Serve as a positive ambassador for The Bridge throughout the region.

Bridgefest & Station Events

Serve as Assistant Director of Bridgefest and help oversee all phases of planning and execution.

Coordinate planning meetings, timelines, and project tracking.

Recruit, train, schedule, and lead Bridgefest volunteers.

Coordinate church participation, promotional partnerships, and community involvement.

Manage vendor communications and logistical planning.

Assist with artist hospitality, backstage operations, and festival logistics.

Coordinate onsite staff, volunteers, and event operations during Bridgefest.

Work closely with department leaders to ensure deadlines and objectives are achieved.

Assist in planning and executing additional station events throughout the year.

Annual Listener Support Campaigns

Assist in planning and coordinating the Station’s annual listener support campaigns.

Help organize volunteers, promotional efforts, church involvement, donor engagement, and campaign logistics.

Collaborate with programming, promotions, and leadership to ensure…