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Get Access To All JobsPOSITION: Coordinator of Community Relations
SUPERVISOR: Director of Alumni Relations
DEPARTMENT: Institutional Advancement & Public Affairs
LOCATION: Tiffin University, Tiffin, OH
JOB TYPE: Full-time – 32 Hours
SOC CODE: 11-3012
General Job Description for the Coordinator of Community Relations:
Under the general supervision of the Director of Alumni Relations, the employee will develop and execute a membership recruitment/sustainability plan for LIFE@TU; solicit and secure sponsorships and donations; assist the Advancement Team with fundraising for the LIFE@TU Endowment, annual gifts, and planned giving for LIFE@TU; and manage LIFE@TU volunteers. The Coordinator will also develop and execute a plan to bring LIFE@TU and Tech for Seniors into assisted living facilities and other community locations, including sustainable virtual, live-streamed, and recorded learning opportunities. The position supports high-quality educational programming and helps LIFE@TU members stay engaged with Tiffin University and one another.
Major Duties and Responsibilities for the Coordinator of Community Relations:
- Develop and execute a membership recruitment, retention, and sustainability plan for LIFE@TU in Tiffin, Seneca County, surrounding counties, assisted living communities, and virtual audiences; track membership, attendance, renewals, and scholarship opportunities.
- Manage LIFE@TU volunteers, including leading the curriculum committee and serving as an ex officio member on other committees as needed; coordinate student workers and volunteer assignments.
- Plan and coordinate member-driven educational programming, including approximately 20 weekly sessions per academic year (10 fall/10 spring), Tech for Seniors, and approved special or summer programs.
- Coordinate speakers, curriculum, facilities, technology, registrations, nametags, communications, parking, accessibility, member hospitality, and weekly setup and tear down of sessions; ensure timely preparation and follow-up.
- Solicit and secure sponsorships for LIFE@TU; develop a prospect pipeline, conduct outreach and visits, prepare proposals, steward sponsors, and coordinate recognition and renewal with Advancement.
- Assist the Advancement Team with fundraising for the LIFE@TU Endowment, annual gifts, and planned giving; identify prospective donors, facilitate introductions, share program impact, and coordinate solicitations and stewardship with the Advancement team.
- Develop and execute a plan to bring LIFE@TU and Tech for Seniors into assisted living facilities and other community locations through live streaming and on-demand library access; cultivate relationships with facility leaders, coordinate pilots and partnership agreements, and evaluate resident participation and satisfaction.
- Assist with weekly setup and tear down of sessions.
- Communicate regularly with current, new, and prospective members, speakers, volunteers, partners, and sponsors; work with Marketing on social media and other communications appropriate for the demographic.
- Connect LIFE@TU members with the broader University community by promoting appropriate TU events, student engagement, volunteerism, philanthropy, and other opportunities to contribute time, talent, and treasure.
- Monitor program revenue and expenses; support annual budgeting, invoices, purchasing, reconciliations, sponsor records, and accurate reporting, obtain required approvals before making financial commitments.
- Maintain accurate membership, donor, sponsor, and partner records in approved University systems; comply with data integrity, privacy, and security policies.
- Collaborate with Advancement, Marketing, Events, IT, Dining Services, Security, faculty, and community partners; provide regular work plans, progress updates, and timely responses to stakeholders.
- Manage special projects as needed; participate in office and University events on and off campus, if needed; perform other duties as assigned.
KPIs/2026-2027 Goals
- Sponsorship Revenue: work toward the existing AY 2026-2027 goal of $30,000 in secured sponsorships, maintain a documented prospect, renewal, and stewardship pipeline with the help of the Advancement team.
- Endowment: actively support the University’s $1 million LIFE@TU Endowment campaign goal through coordinated prospect identification, cultivation, proposals, and stewardship; establish individual activity and giving targets with the help of the Advancement team and leadership.
- Membership: establish baseline membership, retention, new member, scholarship, and participation measures; agree upon annual growth and sustainability targets with the supervisor.
- Curriculum: deliver approximately 20 member-driven topics (10 fall/10 spring) and evaluate member feedback, attendance, and engagement.
- Community expansion: establish and assess assisted living/community pilots, including participation, partnership economics, and opportunities to expand live or recorded access; agree upon the number and timeline of partnerships annually.
- Digital access: develop a documented recommendation for the most sustainable streaming and video-library model, including costs, accessibility, member experience, and potential revenue, before committing to expansion.
- Outreach and reporting: maintain an agreed-upon schedule of sponsor/donor/partner contacts and visits; report progress, budget, and program outcomes regularly to the supervisor.
Qualifications for the Coordinator of Community Relations:
- Excellent attention to detail, organization, follow-through, and willingness to learn.
- Ability to work independently and as a collaborative team member; strong judgment and discretion.
- Experience with community engagement, membership programs, events, fundraising, sponsorships, education or nonprofit program coordination preferred.
Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to communicate and work well with a diverse staff and community.
Why Join Tiffin University?
At Tiffin University, we believe in taking care of our employees. That’s why all full-time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their health, financial security, and work-life balance:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family healthy.
- Health Savings Account with an annual employer incentive contribution and Flexible Spending Account options to save pre-tax dollars for medical, dental, and vision expenses.
- Employer-paid basic life insurance and long-term disability, plus voluntary plans for supplemental life insurance and short-term disability.
- A 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contributions to help you plan for the future.
- Generous paid annual and sick leave, plus paid holidays throughout the year.
- Educational tuition benefits for you and eligible family members.
- Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support.
Tiffin University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. While we strive for a diverse mix of candidates, all employment decisions are made without regard to race, sex, or other protected characteristics.
Tiffin University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
POSITION: Coordinator of Community Relations
SUPERVISOR: Director of Alumni Relations
DEPARTMENT: Institutional Advancement & Public Affairs
LOCATION: Tiffin University, Tiffin, OH
JOB TYPE: Full-time – 32 Hours
SOC CODE: 11-3012
General Job Description for the Coordinator of Community Relations:
Under the general supervision of the Director of Alumni Relations, the employee will develop and execute a membership recruitment/sustainability plan for LIFE@TU; solicit and secure sponsorships and donations; assist the Advancement Team with fundraising for the LIFE@TU Endowment, annual gifts, and planned giving for LIFE@TU; and manage LIFE@TU volunteers. The Coordinator will also develop and execute a plan to bring LIFE@TU and Tech for Seniors into assisted living facilities and other community locations, including sustainable virtual, live-streamed, and recorded learning opportunities. The position supports high-quality educational programming and helps LIFE@TU members stay engaged with Tiffin University and one another.
Major Duties and Responsibilities for the Coordinator of Community Relations:
- Develop and execute a membership recruitment, retention, and sustainability plan for LIFE@TU in Tiffin, Seneca County, surrounding counties, assisted living communities, and virtual audiences; track membership, attendance, renewals, and scholarship opportunities.
- Manage LIFE@TU volunteers, including leading the curriculum committee and serving as an ex officio member on other committees as needed; coordinate student workers and volunteer assignments.
- Plan and coordinate member-driven educational programming, including approximately 20 weekly sessions per academic year (10 fall/10 spring), Tech for Seniors, and approved special or summer programs.
- Coordinate speakers, curriculum, facilities, technology, registrations, nametags, communications, parking, accessibility, member hospitality, and weekly setup and tear down of sessions; ensure timely preparation and follow-up.
- Solicit and secure sponsorships for LIFE@TU; develop a prospect pipeline, conduct outreach and visits, prepare proposals, steward sponsors, and coordinate recognition and renewal with Advancement.
- Assist the Advancement Team with fundraising for the LIFE@TU Endowment, annual gifts, and planned giving; identify prospective donors, facilitate introductions, share program impact, and coordinate solicitations and stewardship with the Advancement team.
- Develop and execute a plan to bring LIFE@TU and Tech for Seniors into assisted living facilities and other community locations through live streaming and on-demand library access; cultivate relationships with facility leaders, coordinate pilots and partnership agreements, and evaluate resident participation and satisfaction.
- Assist with weekly setup and tear down of sessions.
- Communicate regularly with current, new, and prospective members, speakers, volunteers, partners, and sponsors; work with Marketing on social media and other communications appropriate for the demographic.
- Connect LIFE@TU members with the broader University community by promoting appropriate TU events, student engagement, volunteerism, philanthropy, and other opportunities to contribute time, talent, and treasure.
- Monitor program revenue and expenses; support annual budgeting, invoices, purchasing, reconciliations, sponsor records, and accurate reporting, obtain required approvals before making financial commitments.
- Maintain accurate membership, donor, sponsor, and partner records in approved University systems; comply with data integrity, privacy, and security policies.
- Collaborate with Advancement, Marketing, Events, IT, Dining Services, Security, faculty, and community partners; provide regular work plans, progress updates, and timely responses to stakeholders.
- Manage special projects as needed; participate in office and University events on and off campus, if needed; perform other duties as assigned.
KPIs/2026-2027 Goals
- Sponsorship Revenue: work toward the existing AY 2026-2027 goal of $30,000 in secured sponsorships, maintain a documented prospect, renewal, and stewardship pipeline with the help of the Advancement team.
- Endowment: actively support the University’s $1 million LIFE@TU Endowment campaign goal through coordinated prospect identification, cultivation, proposals, and stewardship; establish individual activity and giving targets with the help of the Advancement team and leadership.
- Membership: establish baseline membership, retention, new member, scholarship, and participation measures; agree upon annual growth and sustainability targets with the supervisor.
- Curriculum: deliver approximately 20 member-driven topics (10 fall/10 spring) and evaluate member feedback, attendance, and engagement.
- Community expansion: establish and assess assisted living/community pilots, including participation, partnership economics, and opportunities to expand live or recorded access; agree upon the number and timeline of partnerships annually.
- Digital access: develop a documented recommendation for the most sustainable streaming and video-library model, including costs, accessibility, member experience, and potential revenue, before committing to expansion.
- Outreach and reporting: maintain an agreed-upon schedule of sponsor/donor/partner contacts and visits; report progress, budget, and program outcomes regularly to the supervisor.
Qualifications for the Coordinator of Community Relations:
- Excellent attention to detail, organization, follow-through, and willingness to learn.
- Ability to work independently and as a collaborative team member; strong judgment and discretion.
- Experience with community engagement, membership programs, events, fundraising, sponsorships, education or nonprofit program coordination preferred.
Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to communicate and work well with a diverse staff and community.
Why Join Tiffin University?
At Tiffin University, we believe in taking care of our employees. That’s why all full-time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their health, financial security, and work-life balance:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family healthy.
- Health Savings Account with an annual employer incentive contribution and Flexible Spending Account options to save pre-tax dollars for medical, dental, and vision expenses.
- Employer-paid basic life insurance and long-term disability, plus voluntary plans for supplemental life insurance and short-term disability.
- A 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contributions to help you plan for the future.
- Generous paid annual and sick leave, plus paid holidays throughout the year.
- Educational tuition benefits for you and eligible family members.
- Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support.
Tiffin University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. While we strive for a diverse mix of candidates, all employment decisions are made without regard to race, sex, or other protected characteristics.
Tiffin University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Community Relations Coordinator
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
Community relations roles qualify as specialty occupations only when your degree is directly related to communications, public affairs, or PR. A general business degree without coursework in media relations or public communications can trigger an RFE, so document your relevant coursework explicitly in your resume.
Target nonprofits and healthcare system employers
Nonprofit organizations and hospital systems hire Community Relations Coordinators regularly and have established HR processes for H-1B and E-3 filings. These employers often have in-house counsel familiar with LCA requirements, which speeds up the offer-to-filing timeline compared to smaller private firms.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer must file an LCA certifying your salary meets the prevailing wage for your location and role. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I and Level II wage for your metro area before salary discussions, so you can confirm any offer clears the DOL threshold.
Search Migrate Mate for verified sponsoring employers
Community relations roles don't always list sponsorship in job postings. Migrate Mate shows employers with verified LCA filing history for communications and public relations roles, so you can focus applications on organizations that have already navigated the process for similar positions.
Prepare a portfolio tied to degree-required skills
USCIS adjudicators evaluating specialty occupation petitions for community relations roles look for evidence the job requires degree-level expertise. A portfolio showing media strategy, stakeholder communications plans, or community outreach campaigns tied to academic training strengthens your employer's I-129 petition narrative.
Clarify cap-exempt status with government employers
If your offer comes from a public university, government agency, or nonprofit affiliated with a research institution, the H-1B petition may be cap-exempt and filed any time of year. Confirm your employer's cap status early in the process, since it changes both timing and filing strategy significantly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Community Relations Coordinator role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the employer can demonstrate the position normally requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as communications, public relations, journalism, or a closely related discipline. Generic job descriptions that accept any degree field can complicate the petition. A well-drafted job duties letter that ties responsibilities like stakeholder communications, media strategy, and public outreach to degree-level knowledge significantly strengthens the case with USCIS.
Which visa types are available to foreign nationals applying for community relations jobs in the U.S.?
H-1B is the most common path for employer-sponsored community relations roles and is open to all nationalities, though it's subject to an annual cap and lottery. Australian citizens can pursue the E-3 visa, which has a separate cap that has never been exhausted and doesn't require lottery selection. F-1 students can work in related roles during OPT or STEM OPT if the position ties directly to their field of study. Migrate Mate lists employers with active sponsorship history across these visa categories.
What degree does a visa sponsor typically require for a Community Relations Coordinator position?
Most sponsoring employers require a bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, marketing, journalism, or a related field. The degree-to-job match matters for specialty occupation approval, so a degree in an unrelated field like engineering or accounting is unlikely to support the petition even with years of community relations experience. Some employers accept a combination of a two-year degree plus equivalent specialized experience, but that requires a detailed credential evaluation.
How does the H-1B lottery affect my chances of getting sponsored for this role?
The H-1B cap and lottery apply to most private-sector community relations roles. USCIS has changed the selection rules in recent years, so the mechanics of how registrations are selected can shift. Employers at universities, government entities, or qualifying nonprofits may file cap-exempt petitions year-round, bypassing the lottery entirely. If you're targeting community relations roles specifically to avoid lottery risk, public sector and academic institutions are the most reliable alternative path.
Can a Community Relations Coordinator role qualify for an EB-2 or EB-3 green card through PERM?
Yes. Community Relations Coordinator positions can support EB-3 sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which requires the employer to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available for the role. EB-2 is possible if the employer can justify that the position requires an advanced degree. The PERM process involves a recruitment period and DOL review before the employer can file the immigrant petition, which typically extends the overall timeline by one to two years before the green card application stage.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Community Relations Coordinator jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.