Community Relations Specialist

HOUSTON, TXPosted 30+ days ago

Job summary

• Job post source

  This job is directly from First Community Credit Union

• Job overview

  The Community Relations Specialist at First Community Credit Union is responsible for fostering community ties and enhancing the credit union's reputation through event planning and volunteer coordination.

• Responsibilities and impact

  The role involves collaborating with the Marketing team to plan, develop, implement, and organize community events and volunteer activities to support FCCU's mission and goals, including engagement with schools, chambers of commerce, and special interest groups.

• Compensation and benefits

  The position offers a full-time benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, paid time off, 401(k) with a generous match, community service events, free credit union membership, health and wellness programs, and an active Employee Activity Club.

• Experience and skills

  Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree or at least one year of experience in marketing or public relations; attendance at off-site events may be required.

• Work environment and culture

  FCCU values community service, operates under a 'people-helping-people' philosophy, and fosters a high-tech, high-touch environment with a strong focus on employee engagement and wellness.

• Company information

  First Community Credit Union is a $2.5 billion asset credit union based in Houston, Texas, serving over 175,000 members across 17 branches with a 70-year history and a commitment to advanced digital banking services.

• Team overview

  The specialist will join the Marketing team at the Copperfield headquarters, working closely with colleagues to advance community relations.

• Job location and travel

  The position is based at FCCU's Copperfield headquarters in Houston, Texas, with some off-site event attendance required.

• Unique job features

  This role offers the unique opportunity to impact community engagement for a large, established credit union with a strong emphasis on volunteerism and member service.

Company overview

First Community Credit Union (FCCU) in Houston, TX, is a member-owned financial cooperative providing a range of banking services including savings and checking accounts, loans, mortgages, and investment options. Established in 1954, FCCU primarily serves the local community, focusing on personalized customer service and competitive financial products. The credit union generates revenue through interest on loans, fees for services, and investments. Key historical milestones include significant growth in membership and assets, as well as technological advancements to enhance member experience.

How to land this job

• Tailor your resume to emphasize your experience or education in marketing, public relations, and community engagement, highlighting your ability to organize and implement events that foster strong community ties.

• Focus on showcasing your collaboration skills with marketing teams and your experience working with diverse groups such as schools, chambers of commerce, and special interest groups, as these are central to the role.

• Apply not only through First Community Credit Union's corporate careers page but also on LinkedIn and other job platforms where the position is posted to maximize your application reach.

• Connect on LinkedIn with current employees in the Marketing or Community Relations divisions at First Community Credit Union, initiating contact with ice breakers like commenting on recent community events they supported or asking about the culture of volunteerism at FCCU.

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