National Outreach & Engagement Manager

Company: Bremerton Housing Authority
Location: Bremerton
Posted on: April 9, 2025

Job Description:

National Outreach & Engagement ManagerDepartment: CMS Job Status: Regular Full-TimeFLSA Status: Exempt Reports To: CMS DirectorGrade/Level: 52 Amount of Travel Required: 50%Job Type: Regular Positions Supervised: NoneWork Schedule: Normal business hours Union: None POSITION SUMMARY The National Outreach & Engagement Manager will be responsible for promoting the CMS brand and it's services nationwide, representing the organization at conferences, industry events, and networking opportunities. This position requires a high-volume of travel and strong relationship-building skills to engage with potential clients, partners, and stakeholders. This role will also engage with regulators and policy makers. The role will work closely with the marketing and communications team, as well as the CMS management team to deliver CMS events. This position requires a self-motivated individual with strong project management skills, excellent networking abilities, and a keen eye for identifying new opportunities to improve CMS services and expand training revenue. Advanced affordable housing experience is preferred.Starting Pay: $86,043 to $100,545 Annually DOQTotal Pay Range: $86,043 to $115,047 Annually Closes: Open until filled with priority given to applications received by April 30, 2025. Benefit package includes:

• Medical Insurance-BHA pays 95% for employee only or 90% for family
• Vision Insurance-BHA pays 95% for employee only or 90% for family
• Dental Insurance - 100% Covered by BHA
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Washington State Retirement (PERS)
• Washington State Deferred Compensation
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual of 150 hours in first year
• Washington State Paid Sick Leave - 1 hour for every thirty hours worked (approx. 69 hours per year)
• 13 Paid Holidays per year
• Longevity Pay
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSReasonable Accommodations StatementTo accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential Functions Summaries
  • Serve as the primary CMS representative at national and regional industry events, conferences, and trade shows.
  • Present CMS's mission, services, and expertise to enhance brand visibility and thought leadership. Develop and deliver presentations or speaking engagements as needed.
  • Ensure consistency in CMS messaging and branding across all event interactions and materials.
  • Stay informed on key policy changes and industry trends affecting CMS stakeholders.
  • Engage with trade associations, key decision-makers, industry leaders, property owners, and management agents to foster partnerships and business opportunities.
  • Act as a liaison between CMS and prospective clients, responding to inquiries and connecting them with internal teams.
  • Maintain a database of industry contacts and ensure ongoing engagement and follow-up.
  • Leverage networking opportunities to identify emerging industry needs and challenges.
  • Work with the marketing and communications team to coordinate exhibit booth setup, breakdown, and logistics. Troubleshoot on-site event logistics to ensure seamless execution.
  • Secure optimal booth placement, sponsorships, and speaking opportunities at industry events.
  • Maintain an organized conference schedule to maximize CMS's presence.
  • Partner with CMS managers to organize and promote training events for owners and agents.
  • Act as a point of contact for training attendees and provide information about CMS programs.
  • Gather feedback from participants to improve CMS services and training.
  • Research industry trends, competitor activities, and regulatory changes to identify growth opportunities.
  • Recommend partnerships, service expansions, or market gaps CMS can address.
  • Track key event metrics, including attendee engagement, networking outcomes, and lead generation.
  • Prepare post-event reports summarizing impact, business opportunities, and areas for improvement.
  • Provide insights to CMS's overall marketing and business development strategy. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Required Education and Experience Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field. Experience:
    • 5+ years of experience in marketing, business development, event coordination, or a related field (preferably in the affordable housing, real estate, or nonprofit sectors).
    • 2+ years of experience in high-volume networking, relationship management, or sales, with a proven track record of building and maintaining professional partnerships.
    • 2+ years of experience in conference or event planning and execution.
    • Prior experience working with affordable housing programs, HUD policies, or industry stakeholders is strongly preferred. Bremerton Housing Authority has the discretion to accept any other equivalent combination of education and experience when relevant. Computer Skills:
      • Intermediate user of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
      • Intermediate user of content authoring software, such as Articulate 360 and Adobe Premier video editing software.
      • This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and fax machines. Certifications & Licenses:
        • Must possess a valid driver's license, be insurable under BHA's auto insurance policy, and be able to drive several hours a day. Other Requirements:
          • Strong Public speaking and presentation skills - Ability to convey complex information in a clear and compelling manner, demonstrating excellent verbal and communication skill and proven experience in public speaking.
          • Project Management- Develop project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation. Lead and manage project team to deliver projects on time, and within scope and budget.
          • Networking and Relationship Building Skills - Cultivate and sustain strong professional relationships with key stakeholders, clients, and industry peers to enhance collaboration and business opportunities. Foster collaborative partnerships with internal teams and external partners to drive project success and innovation.
          • Travel both within the state and out of state as assigned. Required Competencies
            • Active Listening - Ability to actively attend to, convey, and understand the comments and questions of others.
            • Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
            • Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
            • Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
            • Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers' needs while following company procedures.
            • Decision Making - Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.
            • Involvement of Stakeholders - Assesses who the stakeholders are and involves them in the process. Works to develop buy-in amongst the stakeholders and facilitates cooperative discussions.
            • Goal Oriented - Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result.
            • Initiative - Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.
            • Interpersonal - Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.
            • Personal Development - Display an ongoing commitment to learning and self-improvement.
            • Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
            • Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one's conduct.
            • Self-Motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one's ability using his or her own drive or initiative.
            • Tactful - Ability to show consideration for and maintain good relations with others.
            • Team Builder - Ability to convince a group of people to work toward a goal.
            • Technical Aptitude - Performance Based Contract Administration (PBCA) Programs - Ability to comprehend complex technical knowledge and terminology of Project-Based Section 8 housing programs and applicable federal, state and local laws within the first six months in the position.
            • Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations. WORK ENVIRONMENT The employee in this position is primarily on location at various locations properties. Hearing and speaking are necessary to communicate with on-site owners, agents, housing authorities, and other customers. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate various pieces of office equipment such as laptops and cell phones and is also necessary for driving to the various work sites. The employee may occasionally need to lift and carry up to 20 lbs. While in their home office, they primarily sit at a desk, but have the opportunity to move about at will. The work environment is deadline driven and very detail oriented. Physical DemandsN (Not Applicable) - Activity is not applicable to this position.O (Occasionally) - Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day) F (Frequently) - Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day) C (Constantly) - Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day) Physical Demands Lift/Carry Stand O Walk FSit F Manually Manipulate F Reach Outward O Reach Above Shoulder O Climb O Crawl O Squat or kneel O Bend O Grasp O Speak C
              10 lbs or less C 11-20 lbs C
              Push/Pull 12 lbs or less C 13-25 lbs C
              
              Other Physical Requirements --- Vision (Near, Distance, Depth) --- Sense of Sound - listening to instructions and customer comments
              
              
              Compensation details: 86043-115047 Yearly Salary
              
              
              
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