Member Development Specialist

Job overview

The Member Development Specialist position is hybrid in Columbus, OH, with about 80% of time spent in the community and the remainder in the office. Pay starts at $24.50 per hour and may vary with experience. Education First Credit Union’s mission is to improve members’ financial position through education, service, and value-minded products. The role builds community relationships and membership growth by connecting with schools, organizations, and prospective members. It also supports financial wellness education, member engagement, and outreach strategies aligned with the credit union’s community mission.

What you'll do

• Build relationships with schools, organizations, and individuals
• generate membership opportunities through networking, referrals, presentations, and outreach
• represent the credit union at school and community events
• coordinate financial wellness presentations
• support community partnerships
• develop relationships with school leaders and community influencers
• track outreach and results
• collaborate with Marketing and internal teams to support growth, engagement, and member retention.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

member development specialist

business development

credit union

community outreach

financial wellness

membership growth

school partnerships

presentations

hybrid

columbus oh

education first credit union

$24.50+/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• company-paid life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
• voluntary life coverage
• flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) with 5% company match
• paid time off
• educational assistance
• employee discounts
• free onsite parking
• team dividend bonus and profit-sharing opportunities.

Why this role

Community-based work makes up approximately 80% of the role; local travel and occasional evening or weekend events are required.

About the employer

Education First Credit Union is hiring for this role. Industry: Credit Unions. Sector: 52.