Job Description

Sturdy Health is seeking an energetic, organized, and creative self-starter to join our team as a Community Relations and Engagement Specialist. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic individual who thrives in both independent and collaborative settings. In this role, you will be responsible for planning and executing events and initiatives that enhance employee engagement, strengthen community partnerships, and support key organizational goals. You will help bring our mission and values to life—both internally and across the communities we serve. Success in this role requires exceptional interpersonal skills, strong project management capabilities, and the ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. You will serve as a visible ambassador for the Sturdy Health brand, representing our commitment to compassion, connection, and community impact.

Education/Training:

• Bachelor’s degree required

Licenses/Certification:

• N/A

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in event planning, community relations, or related fields.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.
• Excellent organizational, project management, and time management skills.
• Proven ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly and appropriately across diverse audiences.
• Professional presence and ability to positively represent the Sturdy Health brand in all settings.
• Creative approach to employee and community engagement with a focus on fun, inclusion, and impact.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities.
• Sound judgment and decision-making skills with minimal supervision.
• Experience working in a matrixed or cross-functional environment preferred.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends, as needed, for event support.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Essential Job Functions:

Employee Engagement

• Plan and execute monthly employee engagement campaigns, including development of communications and promotional materials.
• Coordinate logistics and provide support for key internal events (e.g., Winter Wonderland, Employee Week, Nurses Week).
• Manage and support employee recognition programs and initiatives.

Community Relations

• Track and organize Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) activities and reporting.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local community organizations and agencies.
• Coordinate and manage Sturdy Health’s presence and participation in community-sponsored events, including financial support and attendance logistics.

Community & Leadership Events

• Plan and support a variety of on-site and off-site community events (e.g., blood drives, vaccine clinics, awareness campaigns).
• Coordinate leadership and foundation-related events, such as board meetings, donor events, and fundraising events.
• Represent Sturdy Health at external community events (e.g., block parties, holiday strolls, charity walks).
• Plan and promote community volunteer initiatives (e.g., food drives, volunteer days).
• Support the development, promotion, and execution of community education programs, including virtual forums.

Administrative

• Track internal and external event participation and engagement.
• Promote participation in key events through internal and external communication channels.
• Process invoices and maintain budget.

Other duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

AGE AND DIVERSITY RELATED CRITERIA : Consistently treats patients, colleagues and visitors with dignity and respect, while being sensitive to the differing needs of all age groups, backgrounds, characteristics, and cultures.

ABILITY TO FULFILL JOB EXPECTATIONS : Must have the ability to perform the essential functions of the position, including required work hours, locations, and physical demands, without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of themselves or other individuals in the workplace, and with or without reasonable accommodation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

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