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Job Title: Community Manager
Location: St. Louis, MO
Reports To: Director of Portfolio & Programs
Travel: Negligible / <5% of Time
Status: Full-time, exempt employee, in-person
Compensation: $60K – $70K, annual salary range with full benefits

Role Overview:

The Community Manager at Arch Grants plays a pivotal role in overseeing daily space operations, leading high-impact events, and serving as a collaborative partner to internal teams and the Arch Grants Founder community. This individual will manage the day-to-day operations of our physical space, execute high-impact events, and serve as a key partner to both internal teams and our community of entrepreneurs. As a cross-functional operator, this role blends hospitality, logistics, relationship management, and program support to ensure an exceptional experience for all who engage with Arch Grants.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Space & Facilities Management

• Serve as the point of contact for all space-related needs, ensuring the environment is professional, welcoming, and collaborative.
• Coordinate meeting and event space bookings with Founders, staff, and partners.
• Manage vendor relationships (cleaning, A/V, catering, etc.).
• Oversee implementation and upkeep of technology infrastructure in the space (e.g., A/V systems, digital signage, booking platforms).
• Maintain systems for signage, setup, access, and daily functionality.

Event Planning & Execution

• Lead execution of internal and external events (workshops, meetings, etc.)
• Partner with team leads to align event goals across Programs, Portfolio, and Development.
• Support promotional efforts for events in collaboration with Communications.

Founder & Portfolio Support

• Coordinate Founder onboarding and provide logistical support for programming, including mentor sessions, office hours, trainings, and ad hoc Founder support meetings.
• Serve as a liaison between Founders and internal teams, ensuring a smooth, well-supported experience.
• Support portfolio data collection and management, ensuring accurate and current impact metrics.
• Help foster a vibrant, inclusive Founder community by building relationships and identifying opportunities for connection and collaboration.

Organizational & Strategic Support

• Support planning and coordination of Board and committee meetings.
• Assist the Director of Portfolio & Programs in executing cross-functional projects and timelines
• Help manage logistics for major events (Startup Competition, neXus Gala, Finalist Pitch Day)

Qualifications:

• 1–2 years of relevant experience in event management, community operations, or program coordination 
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills 
• Passion for entrepreneurship, startups, and economic development 
• Self-motivated, growth-minded, and quick to take initiative 
• Team-oriented with a positive, energetic presence 
• Based in or willing to relocate to the St. Louis, MO metro area

How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their resume and a cover letter in PDF format to hiring@archgrants.org.

Arch Grants is an equal-opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace. We base all employment decisions on merit, competence, and organizational needs, and do not discriminate on any status protected by law.