Credit Union:

Horizon Credit Union

Region:

Montana

Closing:

7/31/2026

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Job Description:

YOUR PURPOSE

Responsible for engaging within the communities we serve by actively participating in business development, community events, financial education, volunteer programs, and corporate giving. Under the supervision of the Business Development Manager, the Community Development Administrator supports regional and branch managers in the implementation of community and internal events and activities, volunteer opportunities and community outreach efforts. You will actively participate in business development efforts, develop and deepen community partnerships, deliver and support the delivery of financial education, represent HZCU on committees and boards, communicate clearly regarding community development topics to employees, members and key stakeholders. The Community Development Administrator seeks and finds new opportunities to assist with promoting the overall goals of the credit union to drive growth, serve our communities, deepen member relationships and increase our presence in the communities we serve. Professional and positive representative of HZCU.

YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR

  • Supports community development initiatives and activities in designated region and credit union wide.
  • Works directly with branch managers in region on identification and implementation of business development, community outreach and financial education events, activities and initiatives.
  • Represents HZCU at a variety of Community and Marketing events/meetings and be able to communicate clearly about our mission, products, and community development activities.
  • Actively engages with community partners to identify volunteer opportunities and with employees to encourage and promote volunteerism and group volunteer activities.
  • Serves as a key point of contact and coordinator for marketing, business development, financial education and community outreach events in local and other regions as needed.
  • Assists with internal processes to capture and measure key metrics.
  • Present Financial Education workshops and financial reality fairs.
  • Monitor credit union, social and community trends and issues
  • Completes special projects as needed.

COMPENSATION

At Horizon Credit Union, we believe in attracting and retaining talented team members who embody our CORE Values of Capability, Optimism, Responsibility and Empathy. Our pay values are reflected in our compensation philosophy which rewards individual performance and the potential to contribute to our teams’ overall success long-term.

The full pay range for this position across all the states in which we hire is $26.52-$37.12. The figures shown represent the minimum and maximum of the range for this role. Individual offers are made dependent upon a candidate’s experience, education, and skill level.

Benefits, Perks, and Other Good Stuff

We know there’s more to life than just a job. Our benefits are designed to help support our employees and their well-being. Take a look at what we have to offer:

· Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance for full-time and reduced full-time employees & their families

· Telemedicine for part-time employees

· Paid Group Life and Disability Insurance

· Employee Assistance Program

· Tuition Reimbursement Program

· 401K Retirement Savings

· Employer 401K Retirement Contributions & Matching upon eligibility

· Discretionary Annual Incentive Bonus based on eligibility criteria

· Paid Time Off per Full Calendar Year:

§ 10 hours of PTO per month (prorated for reduced full-time and part-time)

§ Paid Birthday Holiday

§ 2 Paid Wellness Days

§ Up to 24 hours of Paid Volunteer Time annually

§ 11 Paid Holidays

· And More!

SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

Our individual contributor success competencies, coupled with our CORE Values, drive our ability to fulfill our Promise of “Guiding members in the direction of their dreams”.

  • Action Oriented: Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm
  • Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Readily takes action on challenges, without unnecessary planning
  • Instills Trust: Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity
  • Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences
  • Member Focused: Builds strong member relationships and delivers member-centric solutions, both internally and externally
  • Self-Development Focused: Actively seeks new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development

EXPERTISE YOU NEED

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Community Relations, Public Relations, Business or Marketing required. Minimum of five years directly related experience in community relations, business development, public relations or related role.
  • Minimum of five years of directly related experience to include organizing and conducting special event activities and projects in a business development/community relations position preferred. Combination of education and experience will be considered.
  • Experience in volunteer work, event management, management systems and delivery of financial education is preferred.
  • Ability to work flexible hours as needed including mornings, late evenings, weekends and travel. Reliable transportation is required.

Capabilities

  • Strong communication skills to include the ability to articulate clearly in both written and verbal delivery methods.
  • Proficient knowledge of MS Office programs including Outlook, Word and Excel.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, including maintaining positive relationships and excellent customer service skills.
  • Works effectively and collaboratively in a diverse work group, as well as independently with limited supervision.
  • Analyzes and interprets data for understanding and communicates diverse information.
  • Solves practical problems and deals with a variety of situations exercising flexibility and sound judgment in a fast-paced environment.
  • Makes practical and timely decisions and explains reasoning for decisions.

ABLE TO

To perform the essential functions of this position an employee must be able to meet the following workplace demands: ability to converse with others, detect sound, identify and detect objects, count, read, write, operate a computer, handle and feel objects, reach with hands/arms and be stationary and/or stand and/or move for long periods of time. Occasionally an employee will lift/pull/push and carry up to 50 pounds, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb and be able to maintain balance doing these activities. Position requires sound reasoning, good judgement and ability to apply knowledge toward work activities. The noise level is moderate and typical of a normal office environment. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Horizon Credit Union will provide reasonable accommodation/s to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, unless such accommodations would cause the employer an undue hardship. To request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

ABOUT THIS JOB DESCRIPTION

The statements in this job description are intended to describe the essential functions and minimum qualifications for this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Job descriptions are not intended nor do they create an employment contract and are subject to change at any time to accommodate business necessity. The Credit Union maintains its status as an at-will employer where applicable. In support of Horizon CU’s goals employees may perform other duties as assigned and all employees are expected to:

  • Exemplify our CORE Values
  • Promote teamwork and collaboration
  • Provide our members and team members with the highest quality service