Overview AARP is the nation's largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering people 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. With a nationwide presence, AARP strengthens communities and advocates for what matters most to the more than 100 million Americans 50-plus and their families: health and financial security, and personal fulfillment. AARP also works for individuals in the marketplace by sparking new solutions and allowing carefully chosen, high-quality products and services to carry the AARP name. As a trusted source for news and information, AARP produces the nation's largest-circulation publications, AARP The Magazine and the AARP Bulletin. AARP’s Community, State and National Affairs (CSN) Group includes Government Relations, Programs, Volunteer Engagement, Community Outreach and Advocacy at the federal, state and local levels. It delivers on AARP’s social mission by educating and engaging people 50-plus and their families, strengthening communities, and championing issues that help give people financial and health security. As the Manager, Community Engagement and Outreach for the Georgia State Office, you will play a key role in building and strengthening strategic community partnerships to advance the organization’s engagement goals at the state and local levels. A key focus of this position is managing a team of full-time direct reports, providing clear direction, leadership, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to ensure their success. You will foster a collaborative environment, empowering the team to execute impactful community engagement strategies and build support for the organization’s community engagement and outreach priorities. This position leads efforts in developing strategies to recruit, develop, and manage volunteers and volunteer leadership teams while providing guidance to state teams on implementing member, public, and volunteer engagement initiatives. The manager drives the development and execution of innovative engagement programs that align with organizational objectives and works closely with leadership to identify opportunities for process improvements and new procedures that enhance efficiency and impact. Responsibilities Manages the design and implementation of engagement strategies, researching target audiences and designing engagement opportunities that align with strategic objectives and integrate across geographies and issue areas. Establishes strategic community partnerships and leverages internal/external resources to raise the visibility of the organization within communities. Works with cross-functional teams in the advancement of state and national community and volunteer engagement strategies and goals. Manages the execution of community engagement and volunteer strategies at the state and local level. Anticipates volunteer needs and designs and manages the development of materials, processes, procedures, and programs to best meet those needs. Develops and implements volunteer training and leadership programs. Supports volunteer needs and designs and manages opportunities to maximize volunteer engagement. Works with cross-functional teams in the advancement of state and national volunteer strategies and goals. Ensures strong people management across team, monitoring and supporting employee engagement, and volunteer engagement as appropriate. Qualifications Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience. 5+ years of experience relevant experience. Prior experience working with volunteers and in community outreach and engagement. Experience working with cross-functional teams and coordinating with various stakeholder groups. Excellent project management, and organizational skills with the ability to work independently, follow directions, collaborate, coordinate, prioritize multiple tasks, and meet deadlines effectively with changing priorities. Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds. Ability to develop and manage teams effectively both full-time staff and volunteers while leading a team through strategic evolution and continuous improvement. Willingness and ability to travel up to 50% throughout the state with occasional overnight, evening, and weekend hours. Additional travel to regional and national meetings will be required. AARP will not sponsor an employment visa for this position at this time. Additional Requirements Regular and reliable job attendance. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Exhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships. Independent judgement in evaluation options to make sound decisions. In office/open office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate noise. Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Hybrid Work Environment AARP observes Mondays and Fridays as remote workdays, except for essential functions. Remote work can only be done within the United States and its territories. Compensation and Benefits AARP offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including a 401(k); 100% company-funded pension plan; health, dental, and vision plans; life insurance; paid time off to include company and individual holidays, vacation, sick, caregiving, and parental leave; performance-based and peer-based recognition and tuition reimbursement. Equal Employment Opportunity AARP is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. AARP does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.