Organization
Job Posted
May 4, 2026
Job status
Job Category
Job Type
Job Duration
Job Compensation Type
Remote
No
Contact Name
Allyson Gardner
Contact Email
info@tbnep.org
Contact Phone
Deadline to Apply
Location
Garibaldi, OR
United States
Summary
Overview of Position
The Community Engagement Coordinator (CEC) position is an integral part of Tillamook Estuaries Partnership’s high-performing team, and its primary objective is to enhance the organization’s visibility and impact within the community. The CEC accomplishes this objective by planning and leading events that connect people to the work we do and the natural resources we strive to protect; promoting STEAM education and environmental stewardship; cultivating a vibrant and engaged volunteer.
What is the role accountable for?
- Organizing TEP’s community engagement events and reviewing events for accessibility
- Providing experiential learning opportunities, including leading the Children’s Clean Water Festival
- Co-Facilitating the spring Tillamook County STEAM Network meeting
- Facilitating the Explore Nature (EN) partnership and EN events hosted by TEP
- Developing and reviewing content, check out system, and awareness campaigns for TEP’s educational kits
- Developing and implementing a volunteer recognition program; organizing TEP’s Bloomerang Volunteer account; and recruiting, training, and managing volunteers for events and ongoing community programs
- Representing the organization at partner-led community engagement and environmental stewardship events
- Consistently reviewing programs for accessibility barriers (physical accessibility, supporting translation, analyzing market gaps, etc.)
- Developing, implementing, and administering an internship/workforce development program at TEP’s new Estuary Science Center; mentoring each cohort
- Writing grants to support programs and local educational partnerships
Learn More and Apply at https://www.tbnep.org/news/hiring-now-community-engagement-coordinator/
Compensation Information
Salary and Benefits
The salary range for this position is $60,300 - $71,900 per year, based on a 40-hour work week. Actual offer of compensation shall be dependent upon experience. TEP processes payroll on a monthly basis.
This position is eligible for enrollment in TEP’s comprehensive benefits package. Details on benefits can be provided to candidates during the interview process. An overview of TEP’s current benefits package for full-time employees includes:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (TEP pays 100% for employee, 80% for spouse and dependent children)
- Retirement Program – TEP contributes an additional 7% of the employee’s salary into a 401k, with tiered vesting structure based on years of employment with TEP; employee may also contribute to 401k)
- Holidays – 10 federal holidays plus 2 floating holidays
- Vacation – Approx 10.5 days per year (accrual system to be explained upon hire)
- Professional development/training budget: $1250 per year (funding dependent)