Assistant Director of Community Relations

What We're Looking For

Baylor University is seeking an Assistant Director of Community Relations to support the mission and vision of the University within the Division of Marketing and Communications by providing campus-wide infrastructure for coordinating, supporting and advancing community-focused engagement with the purpose of leveraging the University’s collective influence towards promoting positive social and economic change. The Assistant Director of Community Relations serves under this office with a focus on community relations by means of the Baylor Waco Initiative (BWI), which coordinates Baylor University’s work as an anchor institution/corporate citizen within the City of Waco for the purpose of building up the Waco community in ways that benefit both Waco and Baylor. This position is responsible for supporting community engagement work by leading programs and promoting opportunities for Baylor faculty, staff and students to make a positive impact on our community both on and off campus.

A Bachelor's Degree and a at least three years of relevant work experience is required. A Master's Degree and five years of relevant work experience is preferred. 

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a Full-Time basis. 

What You Will Do

• Assist the stewardship and facilitation of the Baylor Waco Initiative, the University’s community relations strategy, aligning programs and partnerships with the University's broader engagement objectives
• Serve as a university ambassador by developing and maintaining relationships with a broad range of stakeholders, including non-profit and civic leaders, community groups, small business owners and City of Waco officials
• Responsible for developing and implementing a range of programs and events to advance community partnerships and leadership development both on campus and within Waco with the supervisor's direction and leadership
• Manage timelines to meet deadlines and expectations of leadership and program stakeholders
• Work collaboratively across the Division of Marketing and Communications to coordinate resources that can be utilized in marketing materials across the university
• This role may propose or advise on budget allocation to projects
• Manage student worker(s)
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission
• Ability to comply with university policies
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus.  To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

Explore & Engage

Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Baylor in Deeds.  Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally.  If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco! 

Baylor University, a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor complies with statutory Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity requirements. Baylor's full official Notice of Non-Discrimination may be read online.