Senior Director, Community Engagement
About The Position
Churchill Downs Incorporated (“CDI”) (Nasdaq: CHDN) has been creating extraordinary entertainment experiences for more than 150 years, beginning with one of the most iconic and enduring events in sports and entertainment—the Kentucky Derby. Headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, CDI blends a rich legacy with a forward-looking approach to growth. Through the acquisition, development, and operation of live and historical racing entertainment venues, the expansion of online wagering services and other technology businesses, and the ownership and operation of regional casino gaming properties, CDI offers diverse career opportunities across the country. Our success is driven by dedicated team members who are passionate about delivering exceptional experiences, embracing innovation, and helping shape the future of entertainment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- 7 - 10 years of related experience.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute CDI's enterprise-wide community strategy, ensuring community engagement activities support the Company's long-term business priorities and reputation.
- Serve as a senior representative of CDI and cultivate strategic relationships with civic leaders, business organizations, nonprofit executives, educational institutions, government agencies, and other key stakeholders.
- Advise senior leadership on community engagement opportunities, emerging issues, strategic partnerships, and external relationship management.
- Identify opportunities to strengthen CDI's presence and influence in the communities where the Company operates through strategic partnerships, executive engagement, and collaborative initiatives.
- Lead CDI's corporate giving strategy, including oversight of charitable contributions, sponsorships, community investments, grant requests, and impact measurement.
- Develop strategic partnerships that advance CDI's business and community priorities, strengthen relationships with key stakeholders, and enhance CDI's position and reputation in the communities where it operates.
- Coordinate closely with Government Relations to support external relationship-building, civic engagement, and local outreach while maintaining a clear distinction between community engagement and lobbying activities.
- Partner with Communications to identify opportunities to highlight CDI's community leadership, investments, partnerships, and positive impact through strategic storytelling and external communications.
- Coordinate executive participation in community organizations, boards, speaking engagements, civic events, and other high-profile opportunities that strengthen CDI's relationships and visibility.
- Work collaboratively with business units to align local community investments and partnerships with enterprise priorities while recognizing the unique needs of each operating jurisdiction.
- Track and evaluate the impact of community investments and partnerships and provide strategic recommendations for continuous improvement.
- Support CDI leadership on community engagement strategies related to acquisitions, development projects, and expansion into new markets.
- Provide leadership and oversight for the Community Relations team, as applicable, including setting priorities, coordinating activities, and supporting the team's development and performance.
- Other duties may be assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
