Community Outreach Coordinator

Fleet Feet • Kansas City, MO

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About The Position

The Community Outreach Coordinator connects Fleet Feet with the local running and fitness community to expand the company’s impact, increase brand awareness, and support business growth. Working with Store Leadership, the Store Support Team, and local partners, this role builds community relationships, coordinates events and grassroots marketing, and supports customer engagement in-store.

The coordinator also works regular sales-floor shifts, helps customers through the Fleet Feet outfitting process, and serves as a communication link between event planning and retail operations. The role is suited to someone passionate about running, wellness, and community building who enjoys combining retail work with event coordination and outreach.

Requirements

• Passion for Fleet Feet’s mission and a desire to make a positive impact in the local running and fitness community.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to connect across diverse audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, work independently, and collaborate in a team setting.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and Canva, or willingness to learn.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays to attend or lead community events.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in run specialty retail, community outreach, or fitness-based roles.
• Existing relationships within the local running or wellness community.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with local running groups, community organizations, and fitness-focused stakeholders.
• Partner with store leadership to plan and execute community events that promote in-store engagement and sales.
• Collaborate with Fleet Feet’s regional marketing team to align local outreach with national campaigns.
• Coordinate and update social media, website content, and local marketing using company-provided tools and brand standards.
• Represent the Fleet Feet brand consistently in community-facing interactions.
• Work regular sales-floor shifts and communicate upcoming community events to customers.
• Support customers through the Fleet Feet outfitting process by providing personalized service and product education.
• Bridge event planning and retail operations so staff are informed and engaged.
• Act as a positive role model and support Retail Experience Managers during busy shifts.
• Attend or lead community events, including occasional evening, weekend, and holiday events.

Benefits

• 401(k) with a 4% company match for eligible employees aged 21+ at company-owned stores.
• Exclusive discounts on industry-leading products and specialized training programs.
• Professional development through mentorship opportunities, employee resource groups, and ongoing learning sessions.
• Opportunities to participate in local outreach and service initiatives.
• Healthcare, wellness, and other benefits may be available to employees working 30 or more hours per week; details are in the benefits summary.
• Healthcare, wellness, and other benefits may be available to employees working 15–29 hours per week; details are in the benefits summary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed