Events & Community Engagement Specialist

Events & Community Engagement Specialist

Date: 3/19/2026

Status: Hourly/full time

Location: Midland

Immediate Supervisor: Director of Community Involvement & Events

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and community-focused Events & Community Engagement Specialist to support daily office operations, assist with community events, and help share the West Texas Food Bank’s impact.

This role plays a key part in coordinating outreach efforts and supporting events, while also assisting with social media content to highlight programs and community impact. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and passionate about serving the community.

Duties and Responsibilities

Assist with planning, coordinating, and executing community events and outreach initiatives

Support event logistics including scheduling, communication, setup assistance, and follow-up

Provide general administrative support (data entry, scheduling, email management, and reporting)

Assist with meeting coordination, agendas, and internal communication

Support outreach efforts by engaging with community partners, agencies, and stakeholders

Create and publish content across social media platforms to highlight programs, events, and impact stories

Assist in capturing content at events (photos, videos, testimonials) for social media and marketing use

Maintain consistency in branding, messaging, and tone across communications

Maintain professional communication with internal teams, partners, and the public

Stay up to date with social media trends and best practices

Provide general office and clerical support as needed

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, nonprofit management, or related field required

Previous experience in administrative support, event coordination, nonprofit work, or social media is a plus

Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills

Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a focus on mission-driven storytelling

Experience with social media content creation and an understanding of how to engage and influence online audiences preferred

Comfortable interacting with community partners, agencies, and the public

Experience with Canva or graphic design tools preferred

Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality

Positive attitude and willingness to collaborate with staff and the community

Honest, dependable, and committed to fighting hunger in West Texas

Valid driver’s license required

Must pass a background check

Ability to work evenings or weekends for events

Benefits

Health benefits available on the 1st after 60 days

Paid life insurance

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Optional 401(k) retirement plan with up to 5% matching

Optional Aflac insurance

Application Information

Position open until filled:

Please send resume to: Nancy Salcido/Director of Human Resources

[email protected]