What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Outreach Liaison 25-E-06 position at City of Santa Fe Springs?
Summary Of Duties And Responsibilities
The Community Outreach Liaison shall be responsible for creating an outreach strategy to cover various geographic areas within the state, building relationships with community leaders and elected officials, religious and social service organizations, to educate members of the community and increase access to the resources and services provided by the OAG. They shall create avenues for discussion of office programs and policies and gather information regarding attitudes and concerns of the community. Additionally, they shall respond to requests from constituents for information and/or services.
The Community Outreach Liaison shall promote the resources and services of the office by arranging and participating in public speaking programs for organizations and community groups and also participating in community-sponsored events as representatives of the Office. Attendance or co-sponsoring of conferences or events when appropriate may be required, as well as staffing booths at fairs and exhibits. A database of community contacts shall be developed and maintained for future programs and events.
The Community Outreach Liaison shall listen to the concerns of the community and use information gathered to help shape policy.
Qualifications
A bachelor's degree and 3-5 years’ experience in public relations, marketing or education is required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The Community Outreach Liaison should possess strong verbal and written communication skills, public speaking experience, problem-solving ability and exceptional judgment.
The ability to work independently and as part of a team is essential to this position. A Community Outreach Liaison must be computer literate, adept at participating and presenting on web-based meeting platforms, and experience in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint is preferred. A professional appearance is required at all times. This position requires the candidate to be available evenings and weekends and requires frequent travel throughout the state. A Community Outreach Liaison must have a valid driver license and proof of insurance. Attendance and the ability to maintain satisfactory working relationships with other employees and the general public are essential functions of this position.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Part-time employees who work an average of 20 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.
As an employee of the Illinois Attorney General's Office, you'll have access to many great benefits. Join the legal team responsible for protecting the public interest of the state and the people of Illinois!
The Community Outreach Liaison shall be responsible for creating an outreach strategy to cover various geographic areas within the state, building relationships with community leaders and elected officials, religious and social service organizations, to educate members of the community and increase access to the resources and services provided by the OAG. They shall create avenues for discussion of office programs and policies and gather information regarding attitudes and concerns of the community. Additionally, they shall respond to requests from constituents for information and/or services.
The Community Outreach Liaison shall promote the resources and services of the office by arranging and participating in public speaking programs for organizations and community groups and also participating in community-sponsored events as representatives of the Office. Attendance or co-sponsoring of conferences or events when appropriate may be required, as well as staffing booths at fairs and exhibits. A database of community contacts shall be developed and maintained for future programs and events.
The Community Outreach Liaison shall listen to the concerns of the community and use information gathered to help shape policy.
Qualifications
A bachelor's degree and 3-5 years’ experience in public relations, marketing or education is required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The Community Outreach Liaison should possess strong verbal and written communication skills, public speaking experience, problem-solving ability and exceptional judgment.
The ability to work independently and as part of a team is essential to this position. A Community Outreach Liaison must be computer literate, adept at participating and presenting on web-based meeting platforms, and experience in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint is preferred. A professional appearance is required at all times. This position requires the candidate to be available evenings and weekends and requires frequent travel throughout the state. A Community Outreach Liaison must have a valid driver license and proof of insurance. Attendance and the ability to maintain satisfactory working relationships with other employees and the general public are essential functions of this position.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Part-time employees who work an average of 20 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.
As an employee of the Illinois Attorney General's Office, you'll have access to many great benefits. Join the legal team responsible for protecting the public interest of the state and the people of Illinois!
- Health and Dental insurance along with free Vision insurance*
- Pension Benefits through the State Employees'; Retirement System
- Deferred Compensation: supplemental retirement savings program-457k
- Commuter Savings Program: pre-tax transportation program
- Flexible Spending: Medical and Dependent pre-tax savings program
- Life insurance benefit: free with option to purchase additional (up to 8 x your annual salary) at low cost. Spouse and child life insurance available
- Disability coverage
- Employee Assistance Program through ComPsych
- Holidays: 13 1/2 paid
- Vacation days: minimum of 12 days, maximum of 27 days, prorated
- Personal days: 4 annually
- Floating Holiday: 1 annually
- Sick days: 1 per month
- For attorneys, office provided Continuing Legal Education
- Semi-monthly payroll
- Health and Dental cost ranges: for single: $131.00 - $314.00 monthly; for family: $299.00 - $653.00 monthly
Salary : $131 - $314