Zoo Community Engagement Manager
El Paso Water, El Paso, TX, United States
Job Details
Salary: $60,532.99 - $90,799.49 Annually
Location: Various Locations within the City of El Paso, TX
Job Type: Civil Service
Job Number: 16442-0326
Department: INFRASTRUCTURE
Opening Date: 03/19/2026
Closing Date: 3/31/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Exempt
Max Number of Applicants: 100
Requirements MOS CODES: None
Education: Bachelor's Degree or higher in Business, Public Administration, Public Relations, Communications, or a closely related field and four (4) years of experience involving the development and coordination of public events, community outreach, or public information; or four (4) years of administrative experience which involved budgeting, grant administration, or sponsorship development, including two (2) years of supervisory experience.
Licenses: Valid Texas Class "C" Driver's License or equivalent from another state by the date of appointment.
Responsibilities
Under general direction, develop, implement, and coordinate projects and program activities to promote, support, and integrate community involvement in the El Paso Zoo.
Plan, develop, and implement strategies to facilitate community involvement in the El Paso Zoo.
Develop and implement policies, procedures, and protocols designed to obtain community input on the El Paso Zoo initiatives.
Conduct stakeholder assessments, meet with neighborhood residents, leaders, and community groups to identify trends, ideas, and available resources.
Facilitate public dialogues and consensus to develop community-driven projects and initiatives.
Assess community concerns, values, and opinions on the El Paso Zoo projects, programs, and initiatives.
Develop, execute, and evaluate the effectiveness of Zoo events, projects, and initiatives.
Facilitate formation of public and private partnerships, business alliances, and inter-local agreements that foster conservation development.
Advise local communities or cooperatives on conservation programs, planning, and marketing initiatives.
Collaborate with other jurisdictions, the business community, civic groups, and other stakeholders to integrate initiatives.
Identify opportunities and prospects to solicit and negotiate new or expanded events and/or program operations.
Advocate for locating events, services, and facilities by arranging and participating in related outreach.
Plan and develop funding sources and fundraising goals, including researching available funding from private, local, state, and federal sources.
Write and review grant applications, ensuring annual grant funding and reporting deadlines are met.
Network with current funding organizations and potential funding sources, identify and maintain a network of potential donors.
Solicit corporate prospects and maintain relationships with current corporate contributors, solicit support for Zoo sponsorships.
Assist staff in scheduling and implementing events and programs to expand membership and fundraising drives.
Consult with staff to develop and implement public information training materials, bulletins, and presentations.
Establish and maintain effective relationships with community leaders, City officials, media, and the general public.
Inform City officials of community events and issues through reports, conferences, and community meetings.
Organize forums, walking tours, conferences, and other community events and meetings.
Assist in the management, staging, and execution of Zoo Events, including vendor selection process and contract coordination.
Represent the Zoo at City Council meetings, boards and commissions, and community events as required.
Perform administrative duties: compiling, editing, submitting grants, ensuring expenditures comply with grant provisions, evaluating program activities, managing data systems, conducting market research, coordinating with volunteer committees, preparing and monitoring the division budget.
Market new ideas and events to promote Zoo activities, events, and programs.
Benefits LIFE AND HEALTH INSURANCE: The City of El Paso is a self‑insured entity with a third‑party administrator for Medical and Pharmacy benefits. Basic Life Insurance Coverage is available at no cost to eligible employees. Additional Life Insurance and coverage for your dependents are also available.
Optional Dental, Vision, and Short Term Disability coverage. Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account options.
EAP (Employee Assistance Program) with mental health sessions and counseling.
Wellness Program includes fitness education, tests, biometric screenings, group fitness, health coaching.
Tuition Assistance Program for degree, certifications, continuing education, books & equipment.
Vacation and Leave Eligibility: minimum six months employment, regular employees scheduled at least 20 hrs/week. Part‑time accrue pro‑rated. Collective bargaining agreements apply.
0–5 years: 12 days. 6–15 years: 17 days. 15+ years: 20 days.
Sick leave with pay per Civil Service Commission rules. Accident leave, pregnancy leave policies as described.
Legal Holidays
January 1 (New Year's Day)
Third Monday in January (Martin Luther King Holiday)
March 31 (Cesar Chavez Day)
Last Monday in May (Memorial Day)
June 19 (Juneteenth)
July 4 (Independence Day)
First Monday in September (Labor Day)
November 11 (Veteran's Day)
Fourth Thursday in November (Thanksgiving Day)
Day after Thanksgiving (Friday following fourth Thursday)
December 25 (Christmas Day)
Employee's Birthday
Application Instructions Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. This position will close when a preset number of qualified applications have been received.
Supplemental questions and exams will be used to evaluate candidates.
Foreign academic documents must be translated & evaluated by NACES before submission.
A résumé or other documents will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
Failure to fully detail experience or provide complete responses may disqualify you.
Employer: City of El Paso Address: 300 N. Campbell, El Paso, Texas, 79901 Phone: 915-212-0045 Website: http://www.elpasotexas.gov
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Location: Various Locations within the City of El Paso, TX
Job Type: Civil Service
Job Number: 16442-0326
Department: INFRASTRUCTURE
Opening Date: 03/19/2026
Closing Date: 3/31/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Exempt
Max Number of Applicants: 100
Requirements MOS CODES: None
Education: Bachelor's Degree or higher in Business, Public Administration, Public Relations, Communications, or a closely related field and four (4) years of experience involving the development and coordination of public events, community outreach, or public information; or four (4) years of administrative experience which involved budgeting, grant administration, or sponsorship development, including two (2) years of supervisory experience.
Licenses: Valid Texas Class "C" Driver's License or equivalent from another state by the date of appointment.
Responsibilities
Under general direction, develop, implement, and coordinate projects and program activities to promote, support, and integrate community involvement in the El Paso Zoo.
Plan, develop, and implement strategies to facilitate community involvement in the El Paso Zoo.
Develop and implement policies, procedures, and protocols designed to obtain community input on the El Paso Zoo initiatives.
Conduct stakeholder assessments, meet with neighborhood residents, leaders, and community groups to identify trends, ideas, and available resources.
Facilitate public dialogues and consensus to develop community-driven projects and initiatives.
Assess community concerns, values, and opinions on the El Paso Zoo projects, programs, and initiatives.
Develop, execute, and evaluate the effectiveness of Zoo events, projects, and initiatives.
Facilitate formation of public and private partnerships, business alliances, and inter-local agreements that foster conservation development.
Advise local communities or cooperatives on conservation programs, planning, and marketing initiatives.
Collaborate with other jurisdictions, the business community, civic groups, and other stakeholders to integrate initiatives.
Identify opportunities and prospects to solicit and negotiate new or expanded events and/or program operations.
Advocate for locating events, services, and facilities by arranging and participating in related outreach.
Plan and develop funding sources and fundraising goals, including researching available funding from private, local, state, and federal sources.
Write and review grant applications, ensuring annual grant funding and reporting deadlines are met.
Network with current funding organizations and potential funding sources, identify and maintain a network of potential donors.
Solicit corporate prospects and maintain relationships with current corporate contributors, solicit support for Zoo sponsorships.
Assist staff in scheduling and implementing events and programs to expand membership and fundraising drives.
Consult with staff to develop and implement public information training materials, bulletins, and presentations.
Establish and maintain effective relationships with community leaders, City officials, media, and the general public.
Inform City officials of community events and issues through reports, conferences, and community meetings.
Organize forums, walking tours, conferences, and other community events and meetings.
Assist in the management, staging, and execution of Zoo Events, including vendor selection process and contract coordination.
Represent the Zoo at City Council meetings, boards and commissions, and community events as required.
Perform administrative duties: compiling, editing, submitting grants, ensuring expenditures comply with grant provisions, evaluating program activities, managing data systems, conducting market research, coordinating with volunteer committees, preparing and monitoring the division budget.
Market new ideas and events to promote Zoo activities, events, and programs.
Benefits LIFE AND HEALTH INSURANCE: The City of El Paso is a self‑insured entity with a third‑party administrator for Medical and Pharmacy benefits. Basic Life Insurance Coverage is available at no cost to eligible employees. Additional Life Insurance and coverage for your dependents are also available.
Optional Dental, Vision, and Short Term Disability coverage. Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account options.
EAP (Employee Assistance Program) with mental health sessions and counseling.
Wellness Program includes fitness education, tests, biometric screenings, group fitness, health coaching.
Tuition Assistance Program for degree, certifications, continuing education, books & equipment.
Vacation and Leave Eligibility: minimum six months employment, regular employees scheduled at least 20 hrs/week. Part‑time accrue pro‑rated. Collective bargaining agreements apply.
0–5 years: 12 days. 6–15 years: 17 days. 15+ years: 20 days.
Sick leave with pay per Civil Service Commission rules. Accident leave, pregnancy leave policies as described.
Legal Holidays
January 1 (New Year's Day)
Third Monday in January (Martin Luther King Holiday)
March 31 (Cesar Chavez Day)
Last Monday in May (Memorial Day)
June 19 (Juneteenth)
July 4 (Independence Day)
First Monday in September (Labor Day)
November 11 (Veteran's Day)
Fourth Thursday in November (Thanksgiving Day)
Day after Thanksgiving (Friday following fourth Thursday)
December 25 (Christmas Day)
Employee's Birthday
Application Instructions Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. This position will close when a preset number of qualified applications have been received.
Supplemental questions and exams will be used to evaluate candidates.
Foreign academic documents must be translated & evaluated by NACES before submission.
A résumé or other documents will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
Failure to fully detail experience or provide complete responses may disqualify you.
Employer: City of El Paso Address: 300 N. Campbell, El Paso, Texas, 79901 Phone: 915-212-0045 Website: http://www.elpasotexas.gov
#J-18808-Ljbffr