Coordinator, Community Relations

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Description

The Columbus Crew is seeking a detail-oriented, highly organized, and community-focused Community Relations Coordinator to develop and execute impactful initiatives, with a strong emphasis on youth soccer programming. This role plays a key part in advancing the Club's community strategy by developing and implementing programs that align with the Crew's pillars of youth soccer and education. The ideal candidate has strong multitasking abilities, thrives in community settings, and is capable of working both independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams. This position will work closely with the Youth Soccer, Marketing, and Partnerships teams to support local schools, nonprofits, and neighborhoods. If you're driven to leverage the power of sport to create positive community impact, this is the role for you.

Primary Responsibilities

Support the planning, development, and execution of Columbus Crew community relations programs and events, with a primary focus on youth soccer initiatives that align with the Club's community strategy.

Support the planning, coordination, and execution of field development projects, including identifying potential sites, managing timelines, coordinating with vendors and stakeholders, and assisting with community engagement and launch events to ensure long-term impact and accessibility.

Monitor, evaluate, and report on the impact of community relations programs, using data and feedback to inform future planning and drive continuous improvement.

Manage the fulfillment and tracking of donation requests and ticket distributions for community groups, charitable donations, and benefits.

Work cross-functionally with departments across the organization-including Marketing, Youth Soccer, Partnerships, and Communications-to support Community Relations and Club-wide initiatives, ensuring alignment, consistency, and maximum impact across all outreach efforts and events.

Organize and maintain departmental data, including expense reports, program metrics, KPIs, and development agreements; regularly provide summaries and updates to the CR Director.

Coordinate internal operations including department calendars, meeting logistics, and general administrative support.

Assist in the execution of MLS-wide community initiatives and charitable efforts, ensuring alignment with league standards and Club goals.

Support the planning and execution of community-focused matchday activations and Club-led charitable events, including 50/50 raffles.

Engage with schools, nonprofits, youth soccer organizations, and local partners to develop and maintain meaningful community partnerships and outreach programs.

Assist in managing and updating the Crew's Community Relations and Foundation webpages and social media presence, in collaboration with the Marketing and Communications teams.

Remain informed of local trends, challenges, and opportunities to help position the Crew as a trusted and responsive community partner.

Qualifications

1-3 years of relevant experience in community relations, nonprofit programming, youth sports, or event coordination

Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Detail-oriented and data-driven, with experience tracking program metrics, KPIs, expenses, and preparing reports

Proven ability to work independently while also thriving in a highly collaborative, cross-functional team environment

Experience coordinating youth-focused events, ideally in sports or nonprofit settings

Comfortable engaging diverse community partners and stakeholders

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), and comfort with data entry, CRM tools, or project management software

Able to lift up to 40 lbs and support event setup/breakdown

Reliable transportation and ability to travel across Central Ohio

Willing to work evenings, weekends, and holidays

Comfortable working outdoors in varied weather

Committed to making a positive impact in the community