Member Engagement Associate: Northwest Territory
Modern Woodmen of America is looking for a relationship-focused, highly
organized Member Engagement Associate to help strengthen member engagement,
chapter growth and the consistent delivery of our fraternal mission across
assigned regions. In this role, you’ll serve as a key connection between the
Fraternal Department and regional teams, providing coaching, training and
operational support to help chapter leaders plan meaningful events, create
positive member experiences and support organizational goals.
This position is located in the Northwest territory and will require frequent
travel to assigned regions in the United States. States in the Northwest
territory include: Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Utah, Wyoming, North
Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Minnesota and Iowa. Applicants must reside
within the territory with convenient access to a major airport.
Modern Woodmen of America is one of the nation’s largest fraternal benefit
societies, with over $18 billion assets. Fraternals are unique membership
organizations that pair the “member-owned” characteristic of a mutual insurance
company with the “social mission” characteristic of a service organization. They
unite individuals with common bonds, provide a variety of life insurance and
investment products, and form one of the nation’s most effective volunteer
networks.
Responsibilities:
Coach and support chapter event planners, regional staff and field
representatives to strengthen leadership effectiveness and ensure consistent
execution.
Advise regional teams on member-focused event planning, event calendars,
hospitality, volunteer service, experience design and follow up practices.
Collaborate with field managers and Fraternal Department leaders to identify
engagement opportunities, develop event strategies and support regional
plans.
Assess regional training needs and partner with the Fraternal Development
team to create and deliver tools, resources and training plans.
Attend select regional events to support leaders, observe the member
experience and identify best practices or process improvement opportunities.
Serve as a communication link between assigned regions and the home office,
helping align priorities, share feedback and support regional meetings.
Monitor regional fraternal activity, member engagement and growth metrics,
then prepare reports that highlight accomplishments, challenges and
opportunities.
Support regional operations, including chapter boards, chapter budget
guidance and adherence to policies and procedures.
What we need:
Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience.
Five years of related experience leading successful programs and events.
Strong ability to collaborate with internal partners, coach and develop
others, communicate effectively and deliver presentations.
Experience planning and facilitating training, managing competing priorities
and adapting to changing direction.
Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed to support regional events
and meetings is required.
Strong organizational, time management, budgeting and financial skills.
Ability to understand how sales activities contribute to member growth and
engagement.
Ability to work independently while contributing effectively in a team
environment.
Previous experience with event planning, logistics, participant experience
and execution preferred.
What we offer:
Pay: The annual range for this position is $64,000.00-$70,000.00. The
specific rate will depend on the successful candidate’s qualifications and
prior experience. Candidates outside of the range are encouraged to apply,
and will be considered based on experience, skill and education. Applicants
must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for
current or future employment-based sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or
take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time, nor can we guarantee
future sponsorship.
Work Arrangements: This is a full-time, remote, salaried position. Remote
positions work from home and may be required to report periodically to the
Home Office located in Rock Island, Illinois.
Work hours may vary based on travel schedules, regional events and business
needs.
Stability: Modern Woodmen has been Modern Since 1883® and exists for our
members. We make long-term decisions that provide stability for our
employees, financial representatives, and members.
Respect for personal time: We offer vacation, sick leave and 11 paid
holidays. We value your time outside of work and offer careers that blend
work and life well.
Professional growth: Benefit from our commitment to employee development
which includes educational offerings to enhance your knowledge of our
industry.
Great culture: We build strong working relationships across our organization
through collaborative work and volunteer opportunities.
Exceptional benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to
support your health and financial well-being. Benefits include:
Company-paid retirement plan
Matching 401(k) plan
Employee Impact Bonus
Medical, Dental and Prescription Drug Insurance. We pay 100% of employees’
health insurance premiums and 50% of employee dependents’ premiums.
Group term life insurance.
Long-term and short-term disability.
Voluntary benefits: vision, flexible savings accounts (FSA), accident
insurance