Community Engagement Program Manager

Description:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Community Engagement Program Manager to join our team at Gigafactory New York. As a key member of our team, this role will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive community engagement strategies focused on Buffalo, with an emphasis on budgeting, outreach, community partnerships, and school/university collaborations.

Responsibilities:
Develop and execute comprehensive community engagement strategies to enhance Tesla's presence and impact in Buffalo
Build and maintain relationships with local community leaders, organizations, stakeholders, and educational institutions
Design, implement, and oversee outreach programs, events, and initiatives that foster community connections
Develop and manage partnerships with schools, colleges, and universities
Create and manage annual budgets for community engagement initiatives and events
Track engagement metrics to measure program effectiveness and inform future strategies
Collaborate with internal teams to align community engagement efforts with Tesla's overall mission and manage day-to-day program operations

Requirements:
3+ years of experience in community engagement, public relations, or a related field
Strong relationships with local community leaders, organizations, and stakeholders in Buffalo
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and written skills with attention to detail
Strong project management, organizational, and event planning experience
Proven analytical, problem-solving skills, and ability to track and measure program effectiveness
Experience with budget management, financial planning, and working in fast-paced environments
Flexibility for occasional evening and weekend work for community events

Compensation & Benefits:
Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
Company paid Basic Life, AD&D
Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
Tesla Babies program
Commuter benefits
Employee discounts and perks program

Expected Compensation
Associate Legislative and Policy Associate - $72,000 - $108,000/annual salary
Legislative and Policy Associate - $93,600 - $140,400/annual salary

• cash and stock awards + benefits for all levelsPay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.