Position Summary The Community Relations Coordinator is an administrative role supporting the management of AutoZone’s charitable giving program. Reporting directly to the Communications and Community Relations Manager, this individual is responsible for implementing the day-to-day administrative duties associated with processing and documenting community relations activities. Key Responsibilities: + Gather, organize, and format grant-making information applications for final reporting + Drafting grant agreements, letters, payment requests and other community relations-related documents + Evaluate matching gift requests for compliance and coordinate the timely and accurate processing of matching gift payments + Maintain a database of grant agreement requirements, monitor compliance, ensure fulfillment of agreed-upon terms and conditions, and provide status reporting + Work cross-functionally to ensure all donations and sponsorships are submitted, tracked, and paid on time + Represent AutoZone at assigned community-related activities + Schedule meetings, events, and other community-related activities + Provide support for all internal giving and volunteer campaigns + Assist in planning and coordinating large-scale volunteer events and projects + Coordinate, train, and recruit volunteers + Photograph and document AutoZone events and activities + Prepare copy for internal community-related communications and posts + Maintain professional working relationships with community partners and businesses affiliated with AutoZone’s community relations program + Other duties as assigned Education and/or Experience: + Bachelor’s degree in Business, Public Relations, Advertising, Marketing, Communications, or other like degrees + 3-4 years’ experience in Community Relations, Communications, Public Relations, Volunteer management or like fields + Understanding of the Memphis nonprofit community is a plus Functional Competencies: + Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, database usage and research tools + Ability to learn new technologies quickly + Organizational skills, attention-to-detail and time management are necessary. + High level of integrity and business ethics and ability to manage sensitive and confidential information + Ability to perform under pressure with tight deadlines, + Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, and strong interpersonal skills + Proven ability to adapt and succeed in an ever-changing, fast-paced environment by efficiently managing multiple deadlines, projects and tasks + Proven ability to perform repetitive tasks without supervision + Ability to work with all levels of the organization + Team-oriented, positive attitude and professional work style + Strong work ethic + Performs work under general supervision + Handles moderately complex issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff + Possesses solid working knowledge of subject matter. + Proficient at problem-solving + Meeting and event management skills are a plus + Blackbaud/YourCause database experience is a plus PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. + Typical physical demands are required to perform the work, such as, some walking, standing, bending + Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk using a computer + Ability to carry up to twenty-five (25) pounds Benefits at AutoZone AutoZone cares about people. That’s why AutoZone offers thoughtful benefits programs with one-on-one benefit guidance designed to improve AutoZoners’ physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Some of these benefits include: + Competitive pay and paid time off + Unrivaled company culture + Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability insurance options   + Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts with wellness rewards + Exclusive Discounts and Perks, including AutoZone In-store discount + 401(k) with Company match and Stock Purchase Plan + AutoZoners Living Well Program for mental and physical health + Opportunities for career growth and tuition reimbursement  Eligibility and waiting period requirements may apply; benefits for Autozoners in Puerto Rico, Hawaii or the U.S. Virgin Islands may differ. Learn more about all that AutoZone has to offer at careers.autozone.com