Community Programs & Partnerships Manager

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Full Time Management New Orleans, LA, US 1 Attachments

11 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $70,000.00 To $80,000.00 Annually

Position Summary

City Park Conservancy (CPC) is seeking a strategic and execution-oriented Community Programs & Partnerships Manager to lead the development, integration, and growth of community-centered programming and partnerships across the Park . This role is responsible for activating the Park through mission-aligned programs while expanding and managing partnerships that enhance access, relevance, and community impact. The Manager will serve as a central connector and operator, aligning internal teams, external partners, and community priorities to deliver inclusive, accessible, and high-quality experiences that reflect the diverse communities of New Orleans and the region .

Key Responsibilities

Programming Development & Execution

• Lead the development and execution of Parkwide community focused programming and activations , including CPC led and partner supported initiatives, such as tours (guided and self-guided), interpretive or educational experiences such as onsite signage , events, and recurring series .
• Identify opportunities to expand, enhance, and diversify existing programming including integrating community partners and programs into existing Park events, such as Happy 3rd of July, Celebration in the Oaks (CITO) , and Big Bass Fishing Rodeo .
• Develop scalable program models that support consistency, operational efficiency, and long-term growth.
• Oversee and coordinate program delivery teams, including CPC staff, volunteers, partner organizations, contractors, tour guides, and other program facilitators, to ensure consistent, high-quality execution.
• Identify, cultivate, and manage strategic partnerships with nonprofits, schools, cultural organizations, and community groups.
• Serve as a primary liaison for key programmatic partners (Arts Market, Farmers Market, community organizations).
• Integrate partners into programming in an intentional way that enhances both impact and efficiency.
• Formalize partnerships through MOUs, agreements, or scopes of work as appropriate.
• Expand and diversify partnerships to reflect the communities CPC serves.

Community Access & Inclusion

• Manage and expand community access initiatives such as the CITO Community Ticket Program.
• Ensure programs are inclusive, accessible, and aligned with CPC’s equity and community engagement goals.
• Support the development of free and low-cost programming opportunities for schools, youth, and community groups, in collaboration with internal teams to align funding and ensure programs are community-informed and mission-aligned.
• Lead the development of educational, interpretive, and place-based experiences across the Park .
• Develop and manage both guided and self-guided tour offerings that highlight the Park’s history, ecology, and cultural significance, including coordination of tour guides, and facilitators.
• Oversee the creation of onsite educational signage and interpretive elements that enhance visitor understanding and engagement.
• Partner with internal teams and subject matter experts to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and alignment with CPC’s mission and storytelling priorities.

Internal Coordination, Systems & Tracking

• Establish and manage a centralized system to track programming and partnerships across departments.
• Identify opportunities for alignment, efficiency, and expansion across CPC initiatives.
• Convene internal stakeholders to align programming and partnership efforts.
• Develop reporting tools to track…