Community Engagement & Public Programs Manager

Department: Public Programs, Learning, Guest Experience

Supervisor: Director of Guest Engagement, Learning, & Public Programs

Employment Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Compensation: $26.00 per hour

The Community Engagement and Public Programs Manager reports to the Director of Guest Engagement, Learning, & Public Programs and supports the planning and execution of accessible public programs and community engagement initiatives that deepen audience connections, cultivate meaningful partnerships, and advance Caramoor’s mission. The ideal candidate is a collaborative and engaging relationship-builder who is comfortable speaking to groups, cultivating community partnerships, working across departments, and serving as a professional ambassador for Caramoor.

This position requires regular evening and weekend work.

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with community organizations, municipalities, nonprofits, and other community partners.
• Serve as an ambassador for Caramoor in the surrounding community, representing the organization at community meetings, events, and other external opportunities as appropriate.
• Identify prospective collaborations and outreach opportunities that can increase awareness of Caramoor, encourage participation, and deepen connections with the surrounding community.
• Maintain regular communication with community partners and gather input about community interests, needs, barriers to participation, and potential opportunities for collaboration.
• Coordinate with Marketing on outreach efforts designed to engage communities that may not currently participate in Caramoor’s programs.
• Identify opportunities for Caramoor to participate in community events and initiatives throughout the region and coordinate participation as appropriate.

• In collaboration with the Director, support the development of public programs and community engagement initiatives that advance Caramoor’s mission and strategic priorities.
• Coordinate the planning and execution of public programs including the Juilliard Extension lectures, experiential classes, family programs, etc. and community-focused events and initiatives, including an annual neighborhood block party, Summer Open House, Día de los Muertos, etc.
• Identify and recommend opportunities to incorporate community partners, local organizations, and interactive activations into Caramoor concerts, festivals, and public programs.
• Develop program timelines and work plans and coordinate with Marketing & Communications on outreach and promotional needs.
• Manage event logistics for assigned public programs and community activations, including partner and vendor communication and on-site execution.
• Help ensure programs and engagement opportunities are welcoming, accessible, and responsive to the communities Caramoor seeks to engage.

• Collaborate with colleagues across other departments to coordinate community engagement activities and partnerships.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of agreements, outreach activities, participation, and engagement efforts.
• Track participation and other established program metrics and collect qualitative and quantitative feedback from participants and community partners to help evaluate effectiveness and inform future planning.
• Stay informed about local events, public programs, organizations, and community developments, track their metrics, and bring forward ideas and opportunities for consideration by the Director.
• Other related duties, as assigned.

Must have a friendly and professional attitude and work well with others, with…