Community Engagement Director - All Community Outreach
January 12, 2026
Overview:
The Community Engagement Director plays a key role in advancing ACO’s mission by building meaningful relationships throughout the community and generating financial and in-kind support for ACO’s programs. This position serves as a bridge between ACO and the community cultivating partnerships, managing fundraising events, and creating opportunities for engagement through giving, volunteering, and awareness.
Key Responsibilities
Community Engagement & Outreach:
- Serve as an ambassador for ACO in the community by representing the organization at civic events, business gatherings, and community functions.
- Assist with presentations to civic groups, businesses, and community organizations to increase awareness and inspire support for ACO’s programs.
- Build and maintain relationships with individuals, businesses, and organizations to encourage partnerships, sponsorships, and volunteer involvement.
- Respond to inquiries from community members regarding donations, volunteer opportunities, and ongoing drives.
- Assist with social media marketing.
- Coordinate community collection drives, including:
- Fill the Bus school supply drive
- Summer Kids Food
- Holiday Food Campaign
- North Pole Toy Drive
Fundraising & Event Management:
- Coordinate with the Chief Community Development Officer in the planning and execution of the annual ACO Charity Golf Classic, including:
- Promoting the event and managing sponsor recruitment.
- Ensuring fundraising goals and budget targets are met.
- Coordinating logistics, volunteers, and event-day operations.
- Assist with planning, promotion, and execution of ACO’s Main Event, including sponsorship development and logistics support.
Donor Relations & Development Support:
- Identify, cultivate, and steward relationships with donors and corporate partners to support ACO’s financial sustainability.
- Collaborate with the Chief Community Development Officer to develop fundraising strategies and outreach initiatives that align with ACO’s goals.
- Support development communications and promotional campaigns to highlight ACO’s mission, impact, and giving opportunities.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, nonprofit management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 3-5 years of experience in community relations, fundraising, or event management (nonprofit experience preferred).
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage and inspire diverse audiences.
- Strong organizational and project management skills with attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
- Creative problem-solver with a proactive, relationship-building mindset.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and comfortable learning CRM or donor management systems.
- Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends for events or community engagements.
Donor Relations & Development Support:
- Relationship Building & Stewardship
- Public Speaking & Presentation Skills
- Event Planning & Execution
- Fundraising Strategy & Donor Development
- Community Outreach & Collaboration
- Creativity, Initiative, and Teamwork
Location
All Community Outreach
801 E. Main Street
Allen, TX 75002
Contact
Rhonda Ptak
9727279131 rptak@acocares.org
