Bilingual Business Development Associate
About The Position
The Business Development Associate, also referred to as a Community Partnerships Coordinator, plays a key role in expanding awareness and engagement within the developmental disabilities community. Reporting to the Community Partnerships Manager, this position supports relationship-building initiatives, outreach efforts, and community-based activities that drive Regional Center engagement and family referrals. This role partners closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to support events, presentations, and communications, both in person and virtually, while ensuring accurate tracking and follow-up across outreach initiatives. This is a hybrid position, coming into the Oxnard office 1x per week. You will also be required to commute to local events in Ventura, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo areas.
Requirements
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build rapport across diverse stakeholders
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and CRM platforms (Salesforce experience preferred)
- Dependable, flexible, and comfortable traveling locally for community-based work
- Proactive, collaborative, and detail-oriented approach to outreach coordination
- Bilingual Spanish required
- Prior experience in community outreach, sales support, or administrative coordination preferred
- Demonstrated experience supporting events and maintaining external partner relationships
- Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, reliable transportation, and availability for in-person community engagement
Responsibilities
- Assist the Community Partnerships Manager with outreach initiatives, including in-service presentations, community meetings, open houses, and virtual events that support referral growth and brand presence
- Manage and update contact records in Salesforce and assist with weekly authorization tracking and follow-up communications
- Support the planning and execution of philanthropy and community initiatives, including the annual Wishpack and Toy Drive campaigns
- Serve as a point of contact for inquiries from Regional Center partners and families, providing timely, professional responses
- Participate in outreach presentations with family resource centers, recreation programs, and community support groups to strengthen partnerships
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations and Marketing teams to ensure outreach efforts align with service priorities and community goals
- Track outreach activity, engagement, and outcomes in Salesforce and share updates with the Community Partnerships Manager
- Represent the organization at community events and meetings in a professional manner, including occasional evening or weekend commitments
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
