Share Email Opening Title Community Development Officer  Open Date 1/10/2024   Close Date   Location Albany, OR (Administrative Offices)   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Salary   Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt   Description CENTRAL WILLAMETTE CREDIT UNION CORPORATE CULTURE STATEMENT Respect. Integrity. Ethics. Compassion. Humor. At our Credit Union these five core values aren't just words on a wall, they are our daily way of life. Our purpose is to build local loyalty, connect to community and make life easier for those we serve. To accomplish this, we hire team members who demonstrate a strong desire to serve others, who embrace change, who are eager to learn and who enjoy a good laugh. At Central Willamette Credit Union we are laser-focused on building a stronger financial future for each of our members and we're particularly passionate about making the communities of the Willamette Valley even better places to live, work and play. We do this by training our sales and service team members to become Financial Advocates who work tirelessly to improve our members' financial lives. And we don't stop there. We are fanatical supporters of the non-profit organizations that create the fabric of the communities we call home. You'll regularly see us sponsoring and volunteering for events with the Boys and Girls Clubs, SafeHaven Humane Society, The United Way, The Center Against Rape and Domestic Violence (CARDV), and the Albany Public Schools Foundation just to name a few. Our team members are encouraged to give of their time and talents as servant leaders, furthering our quest to make the world a more just and caring place. POSITION PURPOSE The Community Development Officer at Central Willamette Credit Union (CWCU) is pivotal in executing strategies that bolster CWCU's presence in the community. This role involves enhancing our brand through initiatives in financial literacy, public relations, governmental affairs, and community investment. The Community Development Officer will collaborate with various stakeholders to support an array of community organizations, aligning with CWCU's mission to contribute to the public good. The Community Development Officer role is a dynamic and engaging position that requires a dedicated individual committed to making a difference in the communities CWCU serves. The successful candidate will be a self-starter, an excellent communicator, and a passionate advocate for financial education and community betterment. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Financial Education & Literacy Advocacy: Expand our financial literacy initiatives by organizing educational sessions, coordinating with trainers, managing educational materials, and conducting participant surveys. Step into the role of trainer as required. Affinity Card Relationship Enhancement: Strengthen the affinity card program by increasing the number of participating entities and on-site promotional opportunities. Advocacy Support: Contribute to the development and implementation of CWCU's credit union advocacy efforts. Community Outreach Coordination: Collaborate with the Marketing Manager to promote CWCU's community engagement through various channels, ensuring proper documentation and reporting of contributions and sponsorships. Impact Reporting: Lead the process of community impact measurement, including tracking, reporting, and reconciling the related budget. Content Development: Assist in the creation of materials showcasing CWCU's community impact, ranging from PowerPoint presentations to social media content. Event Representation: Act as CWCU's ambassador at community and educational events, enhancing our brand's visibility and connection with the community. Strategic Partnership Liaison: Serve as the primary point of contact for CWCU's community strategic partners. Philanthropic Management: Oversee the strategy for CWCU's charitable donations and grants in line with our strategic objectives and budget. Networking and Advocacy: Represent the CWCU brand at various business, community, education, and legislative events to foster relationships and advocate for the credit union's interests. Performs all responsibilities in accordance with CW Values, compliance, regulatory and Information Protection requirements. Attend training and comply with CWCU policies and procedures as well as applicable State and Federal regulations Perform additional duties as assigned.   Position Requirements QUALIFICATIONS: Excellent organizational and communication skills. Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders. Bilingual – Spanish preferred Fluency in community affairs and communications best practices. Professional demeanor. Strong storytelling, writing, and communication skills. Event planning skills which include excellent organization, carrying out multiple tasks at the same time, thorough and clear communication with all event stakeholders, creative problem solving and high level of attention to detail. The ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Ability to work effectively both with direction and independently. Experience using MS Office Suite EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, education, or comparable field preferred or equivalent experience. Has 3 to 5 years’ experience in community development, marketing, or a related field. Familiarity with financial literacy concepts and the credit union industry preferred but not required. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Full-Time hours required, with additional hours as necessary to accomplish objectives, goals and projects. Ability to sit or stand within proximity of a computer terminal for extended periods. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Frequently required to stand, walk and sit   About the Organization At Central Willamette Credit Union we are laser-focused on building a stronger financial future for each of our members and we're particularly passionate about making the communities of the Willamette Valley even better places to live, work and play. We do this by training our sales and service team members to become Financial Advocates who work tirelessly to improve our members' financial lives. And we don't stop there. We are fanatical supporters of the non-profit organizations that create the fabric of the communities we call home. You'll regularly see us sponsoring and volunteering for events with the Boys and Girls Clubs, SafeHaven Humane Society, The United Way, The Center Against Rape and Domestic Violence (CARDV), and the Albany Public Schools Foundation just to name a few. Our team members are encouraged to give of their time and talents as servant leaders, furthering our quest to make the world a more just and caring place. Our team members enjoy competitive pay with opportunities to earn incentives, a full range of benefits, and a comfortable environment where input is valued and hard work is both recognized and rewarded. Thank you for considering Central Willamette and we hope to meet you soon.   EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://CentralWCU.appone.com WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category -- None found -- Other Jobs Within 60 Miles Informational Technology (IT) Digital Specialist - THIS IS NOT A MARKETING POSITION in Albany - Administrative Offices, OR Posted on: 3/21/2024 [Apply Now] Financial Analyst in Albany - Administrative Offices, OR Posted on: 4/18/2024 [Apply Now] Assistant Branch Manager in Lebanon, OR Posted on: 4/16/2024 [Apply Now] Collections Officer in Albany - Administrative Offices, OR Posted on: 4/23/2024 [Apply Now] Collections Specialist in Albany - Administrative Offices, OR Posted on: 4/23/2024 [Apply Now] Follow us

 

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