Overview AARP is the nation's largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering people 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. With a nationwide presence, AARP strengthens communities and advocates for what matters most to the more than 100 million Americans 50-plus and their families: health and financial security, and personal fulfillment. AARP also works for individuals in the marketplace by sparking new solutions and allowing carefully chosen, high-quality products and services to carry the AARP name. As a trusted source for news and information, AARP produces the nation's largest-circulation publications, AARP The Magazine and the AARP Bulletin. AARP’s Community, State and National Affairs (CSN) Group includes Government Relations, Programs, Volunteer Engagement, Community Outreach and Advocacy at the federal, state and local levels. It delivers on AARP’s social mission by educating and engaging people 50-plus and their families, strengthening communities, and championing issues that help give people financial and health security. The Associate State Director, Outreach and Engagement serves as a member of the AARP Florida State Office Team, based in Tallahassee, and is responsible for the development and implementation of the Enterprise’s strategic priorities in the Big Bend Area for Outreach and Engagement. Effectively involves volunteers in all aspects of AARP’s work with community partners/leaders, including external community and faith-based organizations, academic and business communities, policymakers, and volunteer teams. Works closely with colleagues on the State Advocacy and State Communications teams to support local and state advocacy issues and messaging. Responsibilities Provides advice and counsel to cross-functional teams in the implementation of the organization's state and community strategy initiatives including local advocacy, member/public engagement, volunteer management, and communications priorities. Evaluates and adjusts strategy implementation to achieve the organization's local goals nationwide. Assesses state and regional needs and develops and implements training programs as needed. Works with staff, volunteers, members, and other cross-organization teams to achieve the organization’s community engagement goals at the state and local levels. Establishes a presence for the organization in targeted communities by engaging multicultural audiences, developing community partnerships, building volunteer capacity, and designing and executing engaging community programs and events. Resolves systemic issues across functions and ensures strong communication within a matrixed business environment. Develops and implements community engagement and communication strategies tailored to target audiences in statewide and local communities. Establishes strategic community partnerships and leverages internal and/or external resources to raise the visibility of the organization within communities. Recruits, trains, develops, and deploys volunteers in accordance with organizational goals. Aligns volunteers’ interests with organizational priorities. Supports volunteer needs and designs opportunities to maximize volunteer engagement. Ensures inclusion of volunteer perspectives in strategic planning. Qualifications AARP will not sponsor an employment visa for this position at this time. Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Human Resources, and/or Non-Profit Management, Social or Human Sciences, Marketing and Public Relations, or a related discipline and a minimum of 5 years of related experience. Understanding of community organizing, communications, marketing and public relations. Strong social media and writing skills and the ability to tell a cohesive story through visual elements; and familiarity with new media platforms. Familiarity of local and state business, entertainment and community service environments (e.g., community service leaders, non-profit organizations, critical city-wide community service needs, business leaders) is a plus. Ability to handle multiple issues and projects in a matrix team approach, requiring significant consultation and collaboration with colleagues. The ability to evaluate, analyze and adjust strategies and tactics in an ongoing, fast-paced environment. Travel up to 25%. Night and weekend hours as required to meet state office needs. Additional Requirements Regular and reliable job attendance. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Exhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships. Independent judgement in evaluation options to make sound decisions. In office/open office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate noise. Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Hybrid Work Environment AARP observes Mondays and Fridays as remote workdays, except for essential functions. Remote work can only be done within the United States and its territories. Compensation and Benefits AARP offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including a 401(k); 100% company-funded pension plan; health, dental, and vision plans; life insurance; paid time off to include company and individual holidays, vacation, sick, caregiving, and parental leave; performance-based and peer-based recognition and tuition reimbursement. Equal Employment Opportunity AARP is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. AARP does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.