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American Heart Association

Community Impact Manager

American Heart Association, St. Petersburg, Florida, United States, 33739

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Overview Since our founding in 1924, we've cut cardiovascular disease deaths in half, but there is still so much more to do. To overcome today’s biggest health challenges and accelerate this progress, we need passionate individuals like you. Join our movement, be part of the progress, and help ensure a healthier future for all. You matter, and so does the impact you can make with us.

We are currently hiring a

Community Impact Manager

in the Tampa Bay market based in St. Petersburg. This role advances the mission of the American Heart Association by fostering relationships with community leaders (health systems, EMS, etc.), volunteers, and multi‑sector organizations to advance cardiac emergency response education and preparedness, distribution of resources, and establishment of policies. This role supports initiatives that drive policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) changes to improve community health outcomes. Manages outreach efforts, leads volunteer‑driven initiatives, and ensures the Association’s impact is effectively communicated and measured within the community.

In this hybrid role, the Community Impact Manager will work from the St. Petersburg office at least 1–2 times per week and travel as needed for external meetings and events throughout Pinellas, Pasco, Hillsborough, Hernando, Highlands, Hardee, Polk, and Marion counties. May include some nights and weekends.

Fixed term: funded through 12/31/2028 – 20 hours per week – $30/hr.

Responsibilities

Develop and nurture relationships with businesses, healthcare providers, community organizations, and government agencies to enhance community‑wide cardiac emergency preparedness, including CPR education, AED distribution, and policy establishment.

Drive PSE changes to improve bystander intervention in cardiac emergencies, establish cardiac emergency response policies, and promote community CPR education.

Recruit, train, and manage volunteers and strategic community alliances (faith‑based institutions, federally qualified health centers, grassroots organizations, etc.) to improve health and create a sustainable culture of emergency preparedness.

Implement and track performance metrics to demonstrate effectiveness of Association’s community impact programs, evaluate success, identify areas for improvement, and recommend enhancements.

Act as subject‑matter expert in American Heart Association initiatives and programs for community engagement in cardiac emergency preparedness.

Coordinate community health education initiatives and public awareness campaigns related to CPR education, AED distribution, and policy development.

Participate in community initiatives and represent the organization at gatherings, events, fairs, or forums.

Qualifications

Up to 2 years of relevant experience with EMS/community/public health issues or related educational programs.

University/College degree or equivalent experience.

Proven ability to recruit, mobilize and manage volunteers, including C‑suite level executives.

Effective relationship management; able to gain trust and influence without authority.

Self‑starter who works well in a team environment.

Demonstrated ability to drive toward results.

Ability to apply marketing insights to develop appropriate strategies.

Daily local travel required; reliable transportation at all times.

Ability to lift and move large objects as needed.

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Preferred:

Knowledge of social determinants of health related to cardiac emergency preparedness and health disparities.

Understanding of local health systems and EMS agencies.

Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish.

Experience collecting, managing, and analyzing data to drive strategies.

Compensation & Benefits Fixed term through 12/31/2028. 20 hours per week – $30 per hour.

Competitive base compensation aligned with market value.

Performance and recognition through annual salary planning and incentive programs.

Benefits: medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement with employer match, employee assistance program, wellness program, telemedicine, and medical consultation.

Professional development through Heart U and other resources.

Paid Time Off: minimum 16 days per year plus 12 paid holidays.

Tuition assistance for career development.

EEO Statement American Heart Association is an equal opportunity employer that values a diverse workforce. We welcome applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, language, nationality, or physical/cognitive abilities. Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.

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