Community Partnerships & Referral Lead

GLO • Saint Louis, MN

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

Groves Learning Organization is seeking a Community Partnerships & Referral Lead to expand the reach of their services to more families, educators, schools, and community organizations. This role involves actively building relationships within the community with professionals and organizations who work with children and families. The goal is to generate referrals and foster partnerships that can lead to new opportunities. The position requires active engagement in the community through visits, presentations, and networking events. The lead will also gather insights into community needs to inform potential grants, donor support, and partnerships. Maintaining records, using a CRM, and tracking referrals are also key aspects of the role.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Approximately three or more years of experience in areas such as community, school, or professional partnerships.
• Experience in referral development or relationship management.
• Experience in outreach or business development.
• Experience in education, healthcare, family services, or nonprofit engagement.
• Experience in advancement or constituent engagement.
• Experience managing professional relationships.
• Experience using a CRM.
• Experience presenting to groups.
• Familiarity with schools, educational services, learning differences, or professional referral networks.
• Ability to travel locally for partner visits and community engagement.
• Willingness to attend occasional evening or weekend events.

Nice To Haves

• Natural relationship builder with strong follow-through.
• Curious and asks good questions.
• Listens before pitching.
• Comfortable initiating conversations in unfamiliar settings.
• Ability to explain complex topics clearly.
• Organized to manage multiple relationships and commitments.
• Sees possibilities and suggests new approaches.
• Comfortable interacting with diverse stakeholders including parents, educators, physicians, nonprofit leaders, school administrators, donors, and community partners.
• Desire for work to have meaning.

Responsibilities

• Develop and strengthen relationships with professionals and organizations likely to connect families, schools, and communities with Groves.
• Communicate the Groves story, explaining who they are, what they do, and how their expertise can be useful.
• Facilitate referrals, partnerships, and meaningful next steps by coordinating follow-up and ensuring opportunities are actioned.
• Engage in partner visits, presentations, networking events, and community conversations.
• Understand community needs and bring insights back to colleagues to explore funding and partnership possibilities.
• Maintain records, utilize the CRM, track referrals and relationships, and analyze effectiveness to guide future efforts.

Benefits

• Specialized education
• Diagnostic services
• Tutoring
• Other learning supports
• Partnerships with schools and educators
• Advancement team working across philanthropy, partnerships, events, community engagement, and relationship-building.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level