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TITLE:  Community Relations Manager

DIVISION: External Relations

REPORTS TO:   Director of Community Outreach

SUPERVISES:   None

LOCATION:  Remote in Montana within communicating distance of Malta, Havre, or Glasgow or other communities in Phillips, Blaine, or Valley Counties 

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

GROUP: Core

HOURS: Full-time at 40 hours per week

BENEFITS:

Paid Vacation

Paid National Holidays

Paid Sick Days

Paid Sabbatical

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Volunteer Hours

401K with up to 3% employer match 

Medical Insurance with optional Flexible Savings or 

Health Savings Account & Dependent Care Account

Short-term Disability Insurance

Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, Critical Illness, & Accident Insurance

Work Role Provisions (Vehicle)

Reserve Lodging Perks

Corporate Discounts

JOB PURPOSE 

This role expands American Prairie’s outreach capacity across Hill, Phillips, Blaine, and Valley Counties north of the Missouri River, with a particular focus on communities where outreach resources have historically been limited. Reporting to the Director of Community Outreach, the Community Relations Manager plays a key role in implementing and refining a growing statewide engagement strategy that increases awareness of American Prairie’s mission, advances conservation and wildlife restoration goals, and welcomes the public to experience and participate in our work.

As a highly public-facing representative of American Prairie, the Community Relations Manager builds and strengthens relationships with community members, partners, and stakeholders; supports the development of educational and engagement programming; and represents the organization in a wide range of settings. This role works collaboratively with colleagues across departments and serves as a trusted point of connection for individuals and groups interested in learning about and engaging with American Prairie’s vision.

This role is ideally based in Havre, Malta, Chinook, or Glasgow, but we welcome applicants from other communities across Hill, Phillips, Blaine, or Valley counties.

JOB DUTIES 

Community Relationship Management (25%)

• Build and maintain strong relationships with individuals, community leaders, and NGOs north of the Missouri River through regular engagement and attendance at community gatherings and events.

• Maintain a consistent presence in Malta, Havre, and Glasgow and surrounding areas 2–3 days per week to serve as a local resource for community members seeking information or support.

Government, Board, and Working Group Liaison (25%)

• Steward relationships with Advisory board members north of the river, and support their ideas, initiatives, and connections.

• Serve as liaison to County Commissioners and Conservation Districts north of the Missouri River, providing regular updates and supporting ongoing communication.

•  Serve as the staff liaison for regional working groups, particularly north of the Missouri River. 

Outreach Events and Public Engagement (20%)

• Organize, coordinate and facilitate outreach events such as town halls, informational gatherings, or other meetings.

• Present at events and secure other staff, collaborators, or advocates as participants and presenters.

• Implement outreach tactics designed to grow awareness and build local advocates for American Prairie’s mission. 

Partnership Development and Collaboration (20%)

• Identify and pursue opportunities to engage and collaborate with associations, affinity groups, and state agencies on conservation issues or initiatives aligned with American Prairie’s goals and objectives. 

• Maintain records through Salesforce. 

Community Giving and Sponsorship Coordination (10%)

• Manage the local implementation of community giving strategies, including coordinating sponsorships and donations as the budget allows. 

• Maintain relationships with community partners receiving support and recommend giving opportunit