JOB TITLE: Program and Community Engagement Manager
REPORTS TO: Vice President of Culture & Community
POSITION STATUS: Full-time, Benefitted, Exempt; On-site
LOCATION: Portland, Oregon
COMPENSATION: $50,000-$55,000+Benefits
Lan Su Chinese Garden’s mission is to cultivate an oasis of tranquil beauty and harmony to inspire,
engage and educate our global community in the appreciation of a richly authentic Chinese culture.
About Lan Su Chinese Garden: More than just a botanical garden, Lan Su Chinese Garden opened in 2000 through a collaboration between Portland and its sister city, Suzhou. Built by Suzhou artisans, it stands as one of the most authentic Chinese gardens outside of China. Inspired by Ming dynasty scholars’ gardens, Lan Su evokes beauty, provokes thought, and offers over 500 programs annually through community partnerships. At Lan Su, we proudly embrace our mission to inspire, engage, and educate our global community in the appreciation of a richly authentic Chinese culture.
Lan Su may have the purposeful career you have been wanting to grow with this position scope:
The Program and Community Engagement Manager plays a pivotal role in developing and implementing culturally relevant programming that aligns with Lan Su’s mission to inspire, engage, and educate a global community in the appreciation of a richly authentic Chinese culture. This role works closely with the Vice President of Culture & Community in the production, development, and evaluation of Lan Su’s cultural festivals, community outreach initiatives.
In this essential capacity, the Program and Community Engagement Manager oversees the comprehensive implementation of cultural and community outreach programs. This entails refining program procedures, cultivating beneficial partnerships with community collaborators, overseeing program scheduling and execution, supervising community outreaches, volunteer recruitment and training, and documenting program outcomes.
Cultural Programs
- Project manager of Lan Su’s signature festivals, programs, and ticketed events that align with Lan Su’s annual cultural campaigns and organizational goals.
- Manage individual program budget and monitor expenses.
- Collaborate closely with the Visitor Services Manager in program execution and staff training.
- Oversee the coordination, communication, and operational management of schedules with program partners and community collaborators.
- Collaborate closely with the marketing team to provide program updates for external promotional materials, including but not limited to printed brochures, organizational websites, e-newsletters, and social media copies.
- Supervise the procurement, upkeep, and documentation of educational collections and program supplies.
- Develop and uphold the program operation manual for streamlined operations
- Manage and guide program staff and volunteers to ensure an exceptional visitor experience.
- Monitor, document, and report regularly on program participation and outcomes.
- Evaluate visitor interactions with programs and provide recommendations to the Vice President of Culture & Community for enhancements or alterations.
Leadership
- Co-manage the Marketing and Community Associate.
- Initiate positive cross-department partnerships within the organization in festival and program planning.
- Participate in weekly program meetings and monthly staff meetings.
- Support member and donor events and fundraisers as needed.
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as a program and event manager or equivalent. management roles within cultural, educational, or art industries.
- Proven track record in project management demonstrating successful execution.
- Proficient coordination and management of volunteers with a track record of success.
- Previous experience establishing connections with children and families.
- Demonstrated expertise in efficiently executing events and programs.
- Demonstrated employment history showcasing punctuality.
- Proficiency in computer operations, including Word, Excel, & Outlook.
Skills & Abilities
- Engaging and amiable with a polished professional demeanor.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Exceptional multitasking abilities.
- Attentive to detail with strong organizational abilities.
- Proficient collaborator, adept at problem-solving and maintaining composure in high-pressure situations.
- Capability to lift 40 lbs. and work outdoors for extended periods.
- Ability to interact professionally and effectively with visitors, colleagues, and volunteers.
- Self-motivated and self-directed in tasks and responsibilities.
- Strong awareness and insight into current trends in Chinese and Asian American cultures.
- Familiarity with Chinese culture and language is preferred and not required.
For your personal well-being, the Garden offers: (Full-time, fully benefited positions)
- Beautiful garden environment with areas to walk and enjoy an oasis of tranquil beauty.
- Employer Paid Health and Dental Insurance for employee only coverage.
- Employer-paid Group Life/ADD and short-term disability insurance.
- Vacation time accrual.
- Sick time accrual.
- One (1) Personal Floating Holiday per year.
- Holiday pay or accrual of floating holiday if you are scheduled to work on a recognized paid holiday.
- Garden Shop & Teahouse Discount.
- 401K Participation and Employer match.
- Complimentary Family & Friends Membership to Lan Su Chinese Garden.
- Complimentary gym access to the workout facility in the administrative office building.
- Complimentary access to reciprocal venues throughout Portland.
We look forward to hearing from you, just follow these few steps to send your information to us: Please submit a cover letter, resume and three references to lansuhr@lansugarden.org. In the email subject line, please put “Program & Community Engagement Manager” Please do not call.
Lan Su Chinese Garden is committed to maintain an environment where employees contribute to the organization’s achievement, take pride in the results of their work, and are appreciated as individuals and are encouraged to develop to their fullest extent. Lan Su is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy that employees will not be discriminated against in the terms and conditions of employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, or any other classification protected by law.
More Info
https://lansugarden.org/
Salary
$50,000-$55,000
Location
Portland, Oregon
Commitment
fulltime
Contact Email
lansuhr@lansugarden.org