Community Engagement Manager
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits, Minneapolis, MN, United States
Position Title:
Community Engagement Manager Supervisor:
Director of Development & Marketing Location:
1900 11th Ave. S, Minneapolis, MN 55404 Hours:
Full Time, Monday thru Friday (with occasional early mornings, evenings, and weekends based on program needs) Salary:
$60,000-$70,000 Annually (Dependent on qualifications and experience) Benefits:
Comprehensive benefits package includes four weeks’ paid time off and two weeks of sick time, 10 paid holidays, 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contribution, and paid benefits program for this position.
THE OPPORTUNITY Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and possess a passion for engaging with a diverse community? Do you enjoy being part of an organization that has been serving neighbors for more than 55 years? Well, this may be the job for you! CES serves over 175,000 individuals annually, through three programs – Food Market, Meals on Wheels & Ani-Meals.
THE POSITION The Community Engagement Manager connects the talents and time of the community to contribute to the mission of CES. Focused on attracting and engaging our volunteer base, this position works across a wide variety of stakeholder groups to build positive relationships with volunteers and ensure the right talent is matched with CES’s needs. As a growing organization, our approach to volunteer and community engagement is evolving. We are introducing new innovations across CES, such as appointment-based systems and the first refrigerated food lockers in the State of Minnesota to serve neighbors who cannot visit us during normal working hours and A.I. to increase operational efficiencies.
Robust training and development processes are essential to ensure a positive experience for volunteers, neighbors, and staff alike. Reporting to the Director of Development & Marketing, this position is critical to support CES’s mission.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Community Engagement
Build and manage relationships with community partners (faith, corporate, civic, and nonprofit).
Expand partnerships that increase volunteer participation and community support.
Represent CES through events, tabling, and community presence.
Engage key stakeholder groups and develop new partnership opportunities.
Lead engagement events and campaigns to strengthen relationships and increase involvement.
2. Volunteer Program Management
Lead and strengthen the overall volunteer program, including systems, data management, and program infrastructure.
Manage the full volunteer lifecycle: recruitment, onboarding, training, placement, engagement, and retention.
Drive consistent, mission-centered volunteer communications and stewardship to deepen engagement.
Ensure a high-quality volunteer experience through strong onboarding, training, and continuous improvement.
Track performance metrics and feedback to evaluate success and inform program enhancements.
Oversee group volunteer engagement, including program development, coordination, and relationship management.
KEY QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in volunteer and community engagement.
Strong communication, relationship development, and collaboration skills, with the ability to work independently.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to develop positive relationships with volunteers, community partners, staff, and donors.
Experience with volunteer management software (e.g., Volgistics) or other development technology platforms.
Creative problem‑solving skills, excellent organization and planning skills, sound judgment, and the ability to make decisions.
Valid driver's license, car insurance, and vehicle to drive within the metro area.
Occasional lifting (up to 25 pounds), bending, pulling, and carrying. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
HOW TO APPLY Please submit a cover letter, resume, and references to Kristin VanHeel atkvanheel@cesmn.org. Use
Community Engagement Manager
as the subject line. All candidates must complete and pass a background check prior to employment. No phone calls or walk-ins, please.
APPLICATION DEADLINE April 17, 2026
ABOUT US Community Emergency Service (CES) has been serving in the Minneapolis area for nearly 55 years. Our focus is hunger relief, but our mission is bigger: to transform lives by serving neighbors, sharing resources, and becoming community – to be a place where people come hungry and leave hopeful.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER CES is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
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Community Engagement Manager Supervisor:
Director of Development & Marketing Location:
1900 11th Ave. S, Minneapolis, MN 55404 Hours:
Full Time, Monday thru Friday (with occasional early mornings, evenings, and weekends based on program needs) Salary:
$60,000-$70,000 Annually (Dependent on qualifications and experience) Benefits:
Comprehensive benefits package includes four weeks’ paid time off and two weeks of sick time, 10 paid holidays, 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contribution, and paid benefits program for this position.
THE OPPORTUNITY Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and possess a passion for engaging with a diverse community? Do you enjoy being part of an organization that has been serving neighbors for more than 55 years? Well, this may be the job for you! CES serves over 175,000 individuals annually, through three programs – Food Market, Meals on Wheels & Ani-Meals.
THE POSITION The Community Engagement Manager connects the talents and time of the community to contribute to the mission of CES. Focused on attracting and engaging our volunteer base, this position works across a wide variety of stakeholder groups to build positive relationships with volunteers and ensure the right talent is matched with CES’s needs. As a growing organization, our approach to volunteer and community engagement is evolving. We are introducing new innovations across CES, such as appointment-based systems and the first refrigerated food lockers in the State of Minnesota to serve neighbors who cannot visit us during normal working hours and A.I. to increase operational efficiencies.
Robust training and development processes are essential to ensure a positive experience for volunteers, neighbors, and staff alike. Reporting to the Director of Development & Marketing, this position is critical to support CES’s mission.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Community Engagement
Build and manage relationships with community partners (faith, corporate, civic, and nonprofit).
Expand partnerships that increase volunteer participation and community support.
Represent CES through events, tabling, and community presence.
Engage key stakeholder groups and develop new partnership opportunities.
Lead engagement events and campaigns to strengthen relationships and increase involvement.
2. Volunteer Program Management
Lead and strengthen the overall volunteer program, including systems, data management, and program infrastructure.
Manage the full volunteer lifecycle: recruitment, onboarding, training, placement, engagement, and retention.
Drive consistent, mission-centered volunteer communications and stewardship to deepen engagement.
Ensure a high-quality volunteer experience through strong onboarding, training, and continuous improvement.
Track performance metrics and feedback to evaluate success and inform program enhancements.
Oversee group volunteer engagement, including program development, coordination, and relationship management.
KEY QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in volunteer and community engagement.
Strong communication, relationship development, and collaboration skills, with the ability to work independently.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to develop positive relationships with volunteers, community partners, staff, and donors.
Experience with volunteer management software (e.g., Volgistics) or other development technology platforms.
Creative problem‑solving skills, excellent organization and planning skills, sound judgment, and the ability to make decisions.
Valid driver's license, car insurance, and vehicle to drive within the metro area.
Occasional lifting (up to 25 pounds), bending, pulling, and carrying. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
HOW TO APPLY Please submit a cover letter, resume, and references to Kristin VanHeel atkvanheel@cesmn.org. Use
Community Engagement Manager
as the subject line. All candidates must complete and pass a background check prior to employment. No phone calls or walk-ins, please.
APPLICATION DEADLINE April 17, 2026
ABOUT US Community Emergency Service (CES) has been serving in the Minneapolis area for nearly 55 years. Our focus is hunger relief, but our mission is bigger: to transform lives by serving neighbors, sharing resources, and becoming community – to be a place where people come hungry and leave hopeful.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER CES is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
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