Community Affairs Specialist

Discover. A brighter future.

With us, you'll do meaningful work from Day 1. Our collaborative culture is built on three core behaviors: We Play to Win, We Get Better Every Day & We Succeed Together. And we mean it - we want you to grow and make a difference at one of the world's leading digital banking and payments companies. We value what makes you unique so that you have an opportunity to shine.

Come build your future, while being the reason millions of people find a brighter financial future with Discover.

Job Description:

This role is responsible for executing center-wide and business unit volunteer projects. Manage relationships with external and internal partners to deliver Discover Cares volunteer project plans to Center leaders and the Community Affairs team. Work with Community Affairs and Center Communications to communicate volunteer opportunities to all employees across the Center and actively recruit employees to participate. Liaise between Discover and our community partners and serve and represent Discover in our communities. Promote a risk-aware culture, ensure efficient and effective risk and compliance management practices by adhering to require standards and processes. Actively manages and escalates risk and customer-impacting issues within the day-to-day role to management.

Responsibilities:

• Identify opportunities to grow and/or showcase the Discover Cares commitment to the community through volunteerism, building relationships with community nonprofit partners; enhance the company's reputation and increase recognition opportunities.

• Recruit employee volunteers to participate, and spearhead execution of large and small-scale volunteer events center wide, with business units, and Employee Resource Groups.

• Utilize internal communications channels to inspire employee participation and recognize Discover Cares projects; create ways to motivate employees and offer new, flexible volunteer opportunities.

• Monitor local expenses and payment processes to help facilitate Center's Community budget and Community Affairs budget.

Minimum Qualifications

At a minimum, here's what we need from you:

• Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Communications or related

• 2+ years of experience in Corporate Relations, Non-Profit Management, Philanthropy, Prior experience running a Corporate Responsibility program, event planning, experience managing a company or corporate budget, or related experience

• In lieu of education, 4+ years experience in Corporate Relations, Non-Profit Management, Philanthropy, Prior experience running a Corporate Responsibility program, event planning, experience managing a company or corporate budget, or related experience.

Application Deadline:

The application window for this position is anticipated to close on Jun-15-2024. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The posting may be available past this date, but it is not guaranteed.

Compensation:

The base pay for this position generally ranges between $58,500.00 to $90,900.00. Additional incentives may be provided as part of a market competitive total compensation package. Factors, such as but not limited to, geographical location, relevant experience, education, and skill level may impact the pay for this position.

Benefits:

We also offer a range of benefits and programs based on eligibility. These benefits include:

• Paid Parental Leave

• Paid Time Off

• 401(k) Plan

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Health Savings Account

• STD, Life, LTD and AD&D

• Recognition Program

• Education Assistance

• Commuter Benefits

• Family Support Programs

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Learn more at mydiscoverbenefits.com.

What are you waiting for? Apply today!

All Discover employees place our customers at the very center of our work. To deliver on our promises to our customers, each of us contribute every day to a culture that values compliance and risk management.

Discover is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Discover is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status. (Know Your Rights & Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision)

Discover complies with federal, state, and local laws applicable to qualified individuals with disabilities and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search for a position, to complete an application, and/or to participate in an interview, please email HireAccommodation@discover.com. Any information you provide regarding your accommodation needs will be kept confidential and will only be used to determine and provide necessary accommodation.