Employment

ALASKA STATE FAIR, INC.

Community and Corporate Partnerships Manager

Purpose: The primary purpose of this position is to create revenue for the organization through the sale and servicing of corporate sponsors using the assets of the annual State Fair and other events and activities that take place on the Fairgrounds. The position develops in-kind budget relief and some grant revenue as part of a team approach to grant applications. In addition, the position is a forward position designed to be active in community organizations to cultivate community partnerships that will help establish a network of potential funding sources.

Reports to:  Chief Executive Officer

Supervises:  Sponsorship support personnel and other staff as requested, Volunteers and seasonal staff involved in sponsorship servicing on the Fairgrounds. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, Communications or related field, or a minimum of five years’ experience in development or sale of sponsorships.
• Excellent written and oral communication and public presentation skills commensurate with the task of administering public and crisis communication programs.
• Demonstrated ability to organize projects and prioritize tasks.
• Ability to work successfully both independently and in a team environment and support other Fair staff.
• Ability to effectively supervise employees and volunteers.
• Ability to think creatively and contribute in all staff discussions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid Alaska’s Driver’s License with own transportation.

Confidentiality: High degree required; sensitive to privileged sponsor information, crisis management, and personnel matters. 

Areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to:

• Identify and develop sponsorship and advertising opportunities; prepare proposals, negotiate contracts and close agreements with new and existing sponsors.
• Assist in coordinating acknowledgements and the delivery of benefits to donor and sponsorship sources to ensure that they are recognized appropriately.
• Prepare monthly report and attend regular meetings with CEO.
• Approve and direct expenditures within the limits of the approved department budget.
• Create networking strategies, including strategic partnerships with other non-profits.
• Secure budget relief sponsorships from significant Fair suppliers and providers.
• Develop and coordinate hospitality and VIP opportunities.
• Manage budget to reach or exceed revenue and goals and control spending not to exceed authorized department expenditures.
• Develop relationships with business leaders, organizations, non-profits, community leaders, etc.
• Responsible for supervising community relations activities and initiatives.
• Develops and maintains effective relationships with base and community agencies.
• Collaborate with Fair staff to ensure client satisfaction, to retain client relationships and to advance new sponsorship opportunities.
• Participate in radio or TV interviews when requested.
• Actively participate in Major Incident Management Team.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Please complete the online application below or Download Application (pdf) and fax to (907) 746-2699 or bring in to 2075 Glenn Hwy, Palmer, Alaska 99645.