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Community Director jobs are open across nonprofits, residential real estate, tech platforms, and healthcare systems, from entry-level community manager to senior and executive director, with specializations in resident services, online community engagement, and member programming. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Director, Department of Strategy and Community Engagement
County of San Diego, California
Anticipated Hiring Range: $205,000 – $210,000 annually
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CPS HR Consulting is assisting the County of San Diego in hiring its next Director, Department of Strategy and Community Engagement (DSCE). The DSCE leads the implementation of strategic priorities for the HHSA to ensure alignment with the County’s strategic plan and Board of Supervisor priorities. The DSCE is an administrative support department comprised of community engagement, health promotion, data and administrative analyst staff who work across teams to lead the development and implementation of HHSA strategies, track outcomes, engage the community, and support HHSA executives in making data-informed decisions. Specially trained staff also provide outreach and resources to support the health and well-being of people across the county. DSCE coordinates Countywide efforts, fosters collaboration with external partners, and promotes equity for all San Diegans through work that directly supports the County’s Strategic Plan and HHSA’s Strategic Priorities.
HHSA is seeking a dynamic and innovative leader to provide direction over a support division comprised of community engagement, health promotion, data and administrative analyst staff who work across teams to lead the development and implementation of HHSA strategies, track outcomes, engage the community, and support other executives in making data-informed decisions concerning a broad range of health and social services programs to promote wellness, self-sufficiency, and a better quality of life for all individuals and families in San Diego County.
Salary and Benefits
The anticipated hiring range for this position is of $205,000 – $210,000, PLUS an attractive benefits package. Salary will depend on experience and/or education.
How to Apply
For consideration submit your application, resume, cover letter and six work-related references and contact information (two supervisors, two direct reports, and two peers) who will not be contacted until final stages.
To submit your application, please visit: County of San Diego – Director of Strategy and Community Engagement – CPS HR Consulting
Key Dates
Open until filled, first review of resumes starts December 9, 2026. Candidates are encouraged to apply early.
Contact Information
Please contact Debbie Gutman, Manager/Executive Recruiter, with any inquiries:
Debbie GutmanManager/Executive Recruiter
dgutman@cpshr.us
916-471-3364
Job Summary
Director, Department of Strategy and Community Engagement
County of San Diego, California
Anticipated Hiring Range: $205,000 – $210,000 annually
Click here to apply for this exceptional career opportunity!
CPS HR Consulting is assisting the County of San Diego in hiring its next Director, Department of Strategy and Community Engagement (DSCE). The DSCE leads the implementation of strategic priorities for the HHSA to ensure alignment with the County’s strategic plan and Board of Supervisor priorities. The DSCE is an administrative support department comprised of community engagement, health promotion, data and administrative analyst staff who work across teams to lead the development and implementation of HHSA strategies, track outcomes, engage the community, and support HHSA executives in making data-informed decisions. Specially trained staff also provide outreach and resources to support the health and well-being of people across the county. DSCE coordinates Countywide efforts, fosters collaboration with external partners, and promotes equity for all San Diegans through work that directly supports the County’s Strategic Plan and HHSA’s Strategic Priorities.
HHSA is seeking a dynamic and innovative leader to provide direction over a support division comprised of community engagement, health promotion, data and administrative analyst staff who work across teams to lead the development and implementation of HHSA strategies, track outcomes, engage the community, and support other executives in making data-informed decisions concerning a broad range of health and social services programs to promote wellness, self-sufficiency, and a better quality of life for all individuals and families in San Diego County.
Salary and Benefits
The anticipated hiring range for this position is of $205,000 – $210,000, PLUS an attractive benefits package. Salary will depend on experience and/or education.
How to Apply
For consideration submit your application, resume, cover letter and six work-related references and contact information (two supervisors, two direct reports, and two peers) who will not be contacted until final stages.
To submit your application, please visit: County of San Diego – Director of Strategy and Community Engagement – CPS HR Consulting
Key Dates
Open until filled, first review of resumes starts December 9, 2026. Candidates are encouraged to apply early.
Contact Information
Please contact Debbie Gutman, Manager/Executive Recruiter, with any inquiries:
Debbie GutmanManager/Executive Recruiter
dgutman@cpshr.us
916-471-3364
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Who's Hiring
- Ayr Wellness15
- Bedrock Property Management15B
- Associa9
- Elmington Living8E
- Kairoi Residential7
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in community director jobs.
- Three to five years of experience managing a community or community program
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and direct reports
- Experience planning and executing events, programs, or engagement initiatives
- Proficiency with community management platforms or customer relationship tools
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences
- Bachelor's degree in communications, public administration, business, or a related field
Tips for Your Community Director Job Search
Tailor your resume to the sector
Community director roles in residential property management require different proof points than those at a tech platform or nonprofit. Lead with metrics that match the sector, occupancy rates for housing, engagement rates for online communities, and retention figures for membership organizations.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists community director openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Show budget and team ownership clearly
Hiring managers for community director roles screen for operational authority. If you managed a budget or supervised staff, state the scope explicitly on your resume. Candidates who omit those details often get filtered out before an interview, even when the experience is there.
Target postings that match your community type
A background in residential HOA management rarely transfers directly to developer community roles, and vice versa. Filter openings by the community model, online, residential, or membership, so you're not competing against candidates whose experience is a closer match.
Prepare a community health narrative for interviews
Interviewers for director-level community roles almost always ask how you've diagnosed a struggling community and turned it around. Prepare one specific example with a before state, the actions you took, and measurable outcomes. Generic answers about fostering connection will not differentiate you.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate compensation
Community director titles vary widely in actual authority. Before discussing pay, confirm whether you'll own the strategy, the budget, and direct reports, or whether you'll be executing someone else's plan. That scope difference affects both your day-to-day and your longer-term career trajectory.
Community Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most community directors?
The companies hiring the most community directors right now include Ayr Wellness, Bedrock Property Management, and Associa, with the largest share of openings in New York, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Property management firms, tech companies with developer or user communities, and large nonprofits consistently post the highest volume of these roles.
How many community director jobs are remote?
About 43% of community director openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though availability varies significantly by community type. Online community and developer relations roles are the most remote-friendly, while residential, campus, and in-person program director positions almost always require an on-site presence.
How do you become a community director?
Start in a community manager, coordinator, or program associate role to build hands-on experience with member engagement and event execution. Move into a lead or senior manager position where you can demonstrate ownership of strategy and results. Build a portfolio of measurable outcomes, such as retention rates or engagement growth, before targeting director-level postings.
Can you get a community director job with little experience?
Some employers will hire candidates into a community director role if the organization is small and the community is early-stage, but most postings require prior management experience. The fastest path is to take a community manager role at a growing organization, deliver measurable results quickly, and pursue a promotion internally rather than applying cold to director-level openings.
What does the community director interview process look like?
Most community director interview processes include a recruiter screen, a hiring manager conversation focused on past community outcomes, and a panel interview with cross-functional stakeholders such as marketing, product, or operations. Many employers also include a take-home exercise or presentation asking you to diagnose a community challenge and propose a strategy.
Where can I find and apply to community director jobs?
You can find and apply to community director jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search for roles that fit your background and community type, then apply directly to each listing that matches your experience.
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