District/Community Engagement Manager

TREDC Admin Services • Porterville, CA

40d • Hybrid

About The Position

The District/Community Engagement Manager is responsible for leading district level operations across two convenience stores while building meaningful relationships with community partners, organizations, and stakeholders. Reporting directly to the CEO, this role functions as a strategic connector between the organization’s retail operations and its community engagement mission. The Manager ensures increased profitability, strong operational performance, high quality customer service, brand visibility, and the development of TREDCs community partnerships that support organizational goals and long-term growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Public Relations, Communications, or a related field; equivalent experience accepted.
• 4+ years in multi‑unit retail, convenience, grocery, or similar operations.
• Experience in community outreach, public relations, or partnership development highly preferred.
• Excellent communication, relationship‑building, and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to think creatively and develop community‑based initiatives.
• Strong organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize, multitask, and meet deadlines.
• Analytical ability to interpret operational KPIs and identify trends.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and social media platforms.
• Strong written, editorial, and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, diplomacy, tact, and professionalism.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends as needed.
• Valid driver’s license (must be insurable under TREDC’s insurance).
• Ability to obtain food safety and age‑restricted sales certifications.
• Ability to obtain Class B Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) license.
• Ability to obtain L.E.A.D. certification from California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC).
• Ability to obtain an SSCS certification from vendor.
• Ability to learn and navigate the Gilbarco system.
• Ability to learn and navigate TOAST (Stoney Creek).
• Must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must pass pre‑employment background, drug, and alcohol screening.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, lead, and evaluate a comprehensive community outreach strategy that strengthens the organization’s relationship with local communities and increases store visibility.
• Represent the organization at community events, tribal and non‑tribal meetings, school functions, civic gatherings, and stakeholder forums.
• Build partnerships with nonprofits, tribal programs, government agencies, and local organizations to support shared initiatives.
• Plan and execute sponsorships, donations, cultural events, health/safety fairs, and promotional activities.
• Create and distribute community‑focused communication materials to promote events, partnerships, and initiatives.
• Oversee two C‑store locations, Eagle Feather Trading Post #1 and #2 to ensure consistent performance, operational compliance, and brand standards.
• Conduct regular store visits, walkthroughs, and audits covering safety, sanitation, age‑restricted sales compliance, merchandising, and customer service.
• Support Store Managers in executing promotions, planograms, and inventory strategies.
• Monitor store KPIs and develop action plans to improve performance in sales, labor, shrink, and customer satisfaction.
• Coordinate facility needs and vendor services to ensure a safe, clean, and efficient retail environment.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and professional development to Store Managers and key staff.
• Assist in hiring, training, and performance management.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and community‑focused team culture.
• Promote adherence to safety standards and emergency procedures.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, tribal, and local laws related to food handling, tobacco/alcohol sales, lottery, fuel operations, and workplace safety.
• Prepare reports for the CEO on community outreach outcomes, store performance, and operational trends.
• Maintain accurate records of outreach activities, sponsorship expenditures, and event metrics.
• All other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Plan
• PTO
• 401(k)

What This Job Offers

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