Impact Specialist at Community Financial Credit Union

Plymouth, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Apr, 26

Salary

26.11

Posted On

17 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Community Development, Project Coordination, Relationship Management, Financial Education, Marketing, Outreach, Interpersonal Skills, Communication, Collaboration, Engagement, Storytelling, Teamwork, Organizational Goals, Volunteer Coordination, Public Relations, Impact Measurement

Industry

Banking

Description

Who We Are: At Community Financial Credit Union, we believe in more than just banking, we believe in people. We are looking to build a community of forward-thinking team members who share our values towards providing exceptional member experiences and financial empowerment through our best-in-class products. We’ve been recognized as one of the Regional Best and Brightest companies for the last 20 years and nationally recognized since 2018. We have been certified as a Great Place To Work since 2023 and as of 2024, we were also recognized as the Best and Brightest in Wellness, reflecting our deep commitment to our team members and the communities we serve. About the role: As the Impact Specialist, you will drive the success of our community development initiatives and programs. The Impact Specialist will drive success of our community and school programs and work collaboratively to make a lasting impact on our community.   This position has a starting hourly rate of $26.11, but your offer amount may be increased with relevant work experience and transferable skills. A Day in the life of an Impact Specialist can look like: * Student Run Credit Union: Engage with students who volunteer in various tasks and help them gain practical experience in the financial industry. Assist Impact Team Lead in the coordination with school staff and student volunteers to ensure smooth functioning program.  * Marketing and Outreach: Implement marketing strategies to promote the credit unions services and increase membership.  * Engagement: Build our relationships with partners, members and communities we serve.  * Community Storytelling: Communicate Community Financial Credit Union's impact story to the communities we serve, showcasing our commitment to positive change.  * Partnership Activation: Participate in public facing Impact events to ensure positive reflection of Community Financial Credit Union brand, community giving and partnerships.  * Cross-functional Collaboration : Work across multiple Community Financial Credit Union department to identify and implement initiatives that support organizational goals.  * Perform other duties as directed by leadership. What you bring to the table: * High school diploma or equivalent * A commitment to community impact and the mission of Community Financial Credit Union.  * Minimum 2 years of experience in a role involving project coordination, community development, and/or relationship management. * 1 year of experience in advertising, training, marketing, education, or the financial industry. * Proven experience in community development, financial education, or a similar role.  * Ability to successfully pass motor vehicle check (MVR) annually. * Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships within the communities with diverse backgrounds.  * Ability to work collaboratively with a team while focusing on time and resources to ensure goals are achieved  * An ability to Communicate clearly and persuasively, both verbally and in writing, to convey Community Financial Credit Union's mission and impact. You might also have: * Associates degree in a related field (e.g., Business Administration, Community Development, Marketing, or Education) We believe in creating a Culture of Belonging guided by our core values: Relentless Care, Hustle & Grind, Huzzah! and Curiosity. As a team member of Community Financial, you’ll enjoy: * Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans * Four weeks of PTO for all full-time team members  * Up to 12-weeks paid paternity/maternity leave * Lifestyle Accounts to help with your personal wellbeing * Family Health Benefits * Paid time off to observe all Federal Holidays * Flexible work options, including flex scheduling and work from home for many positions * A generous 401k match * Numerous employee engagement activities * Community Resource Groups * Paid time off for occasions such as volunteering, caregiving, and family events Contact/application information: If this description appeals to you, please submit an application! A member of CFCU’s Talent Acquisition Team will be in contact with you shortly! Equal Employment Opportunity Policy: Community Financial Credit Union is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V). We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable Federal, State or local laws.  Disclaimer: This job posting highlights some of the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the position. There may be additional duties and responsibilities that are not listed above. A Talent Acquisition Specialist will be sure to discuss the role in further detail should your application be selected to move forward. Please note that Community Financial Credit Union does not involve Artificial Intelligence (AI) when evaluating applications. Applications for this position are reviewed by a member within the Talent Acquisition team. We are dedicated to providing an equitable and thorough review of all submissions and look forward to additional connection as the recruitment process continues!

Responsibilities

The Impact Specialist will drive the success of community development initiatives and programs, engaging with students and community partners. Responsibilities include marketing outreach, community storytelling, and cross-functional collaboration.