Community Engagement and Outreach Specialist jobs in Kansas City, MO
Community Engagement and Outreach Specialist coordinates initiatives designed to promote and represent the organization and brand as a socially responsible force in the community. Administers outreach programs that engage, support, and collaborate with the community to develop and expand relationships. Being a Community Engagement and Outreach Specialist serves as the organization's liaison with various constituents and stakeholders. Assists with the coordination of events, managing volunteers, and applying for grants. Additionally, Community Engagement and Outreach Specialist typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Community Engagement and Outreach Specialist occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a Community Engagement and Outreach Specialist typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Community Engagement Specialist
- Missouri Valley Community Action Agency
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Marshall, MO
FULL_TIME
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Summary:
The primary role of the Community Engagement Specialist is to facilitate Community Development projects from conception to completion. This position is responsible for coordinating with directors, managers, and staff to manage special projects which may include business and community outreach, volunteer coordination, community events and educational programs. The Community Engagement Specialist focuses on the realities of poverty at the local level and the need of those living in poverty. Ultimately, bringing people together on behalf of and/or in response to individual/community needs by acting as a link between low-income families and the community. Goals will be met by working with social services, local government, school districts, chamber of commerce, local nonprofit organizations, and community members to create positive change and improve quality of life for all members of the community.
This position promotes and provides opportunities to staff to embody the agency mission which is “To Engage Communities and Coordinate Resources to Improve the Lives of People Experiencing Poverty”. Program operation is designed around the mission, vision, and values of the agency to meet both program and agency strategies and goals.
Essential Functions:- Coordinate with local county staff in the planning, design, and implementation of local poverty education events.
- Responsible for organizing and directing all project activities and maintaining effective working relationships with other agency programs to integrate and coordinate activities.
- Goals per fiscal year:
- Implement one project/initiative (i.e. Cyber Seniors)
- Provide at least 2 Poverty Education events.
- Facilitate at least two Poverty and/or REALL Simulations.
- Goals per fiscal year:
- Schedule presentations with community groups and organizations as determined necessary.
- Work closely with the Outreach Services Director and Outreach Services Manager in the development, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of the Community Service Block Grant
- Responsible for establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with community resources including human service agencies, organizations, individuals, and local public officials.
- Responsible for mobilizing other potential resources to the advantage of low-income families.
- Ensure that the community is aware of the realities of poverty and the purpose and goals of MVCAA through various means of communication.
- Enhance or develop local advisory groups at the county level to address the needs and resources identified to address the causes and conditions of poverty. Develop, guide, or facilitate advisory groups in developing local solutions and initiatives to address such causes and conditions.
- Responsible for identifying, requesting and implementing financial resources for the support of community-based projects and initiatives.
- Responsible for facilitating community dialog regarding poverty causes and conditions as well as community strengths and needs. Advise management, staff groups and advisory groups on all county planning and policy matters.
- Ensure that accurate project/initiative records are maintained monthly and that reports and paperwork are completed as required. Responsible for accurate data entry in required systems, attendance records, timesheets, travel records, etc.
Competencies:- Must have strong public speaking skills.
- Must demonstrate strong customer service and computer skills.
- Must communicate well and be reasonable.
- Must have organizational skills and manage time efficiently.
- Must demonstrate reliability by maintaining good attendance.
- Must have the ability to follow oral and written instructions.
- Must have flexibility.
Supervisory Responsibility:- N/A
Work Environment:- Assigned Family Resource Center with regular travel throughout entire agency service area.
- Professional office environment
- Requires the use of standard office equipment including computers, phones, photocopiers, fax machines, and laminating machines.
Physical Demands:- Mainly a sedentary position
- Ability to operate a computer and keyboard, printer/copier, and other office equipment.
- Ability to do lifting and carrying of not more than 30 lbs.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:- Non-Exempt, Full-time (40 hours a week, 5 days a week; Monday through Thursday, 7:30 am to 12:00 pm and 12:30 pm to 5:00 pm Friday 8:00 am to 12 pm)
Travel:- Regular travel throughout entire agency service area
- Occasional travel within Missouri and related Regional and National conferences, trainings, and other activities.
Required Education and Experience:- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management/human services or related field.
Preferred Education and Experience:- N/A
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:- Negative results of initial and random drug testing
- Family Care Safety Registry and fingerprint criminal background screening with acceptable results
- Valid driver’s license and access to an insured vehicle
Expectations:- Obtain Results Oriented Management and Accountability (ROMA) trainer certification within two years
- Obtain certification to facilitate poverty/REALL simulations within one year.
- Obtain Certified Community Action Professional certification within five years.
- Perform duties with a focus on safety and wellness.
- Adhere to agency policies and code of ethics.
Other Duties:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Work Authorization:- Verification of identity and authorization for employment in the United States (I9 and E-Verify)
EEO Statement:
MVCAA provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability unrelated to ability to do a job, gender identity, sexual orientation, military services, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
- 1 Month Ago
Community Support Specialist - Street Outreach
- REDISCOVER
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Raytown, MO
OTHER
- Job Details Job Location: Housing Office - Raytown, MO Position Type: Full Time Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Salary Range: Undisclosed Travel Percentage: Road Warrior Job Shift: 1st Shift Job Ca...
- 6 Days Ago
Community Support Specialist - Street Outreach
- REDISCOVER
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Raytown, MO
OTHER
- Job Details Job Location: Housing Office - Raytown, MO Position Type: Full Time Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Salary Range: Undisclosed Travel Percentage: Road Warrior Job Shift: 1st Shift Job Ca...
- 6 Days Ago
Community Support Specialist - Homeless Outreach; Behavioral Health
- University Health
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Kansas, MO
FULL_TIME
- If you are a current University Health or University Health Physicians employee and wish to be considered, you must apply via the internal career site.Please log into to search for positions and apply...
- 14 Days Ago
Community Outreach
- Gateway Alliance Against Human Trafficking
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Lincoln, MO
PART_TIME
- Job Summary: We are seeking a dedicated Community Outreach professional to join our team under the immediate supervision of the Senior Program Specialist. The ideal candidate will be passionate about ...
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Community Outreach Assistant
- Pet Resource Center of Kansas City
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Kansas, MO
FULL_TIME
- Position Title: Community Outreach Assistant Department: Community Engagement Reports to: Outreach & Mobile Manager Summary: Daily support to both the outreach team; Provides case management on outrea...
- 9 Days Ago
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Program Supervisor (Health Equity Task Force)- Health Department
- Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City
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Kansas City, KS
- All positions require that the applicant be a resident of Wyandotte county or willing to relocate within (12) months fro...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Event Marketing Assistant
- OTW
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Kansas City, MO
- OTW Events is a locally based and community-centric organization dedicated to creating exceptional event experiences for...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Head Chef
- Snooze
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Kansas City, MO
- Snooze Who Are We? Morning people! Yes, we are those people. We are a full-service breakfast restaurant, and we want eac...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Omnichannel Associate - Plaza @ Shoal Creek
- JC Penney
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Kansas City, MO
- Omnichannel Associate - Plaza @ Shoal Creek Location: Kansas City, MO, United States - Plaza @ Shoal Creek 8100 N Flintl...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Attorneys - Remote (FL)
- Lydecker LLP
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Kansas City, MO
- Founded in 2003, Lydecker is a growing AV-rated full-service law firm with over 140 attorneys in thirteen offices throug...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Head Chef
- Snooze
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Kansas City, MO
- Snooze – Who Are We? Morning people! Yes, we are those people. We are a full-service breakfast restaurant, and we want e...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Connect Ambassador
- Strategic Staffing Solutions
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Kansas City, MO
- We're Hiring! S3 is looking for a part-time (30+ hours/week) Connect Ambassador to help one of our clients in Kansas Cit...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Attorneys - Remote (FL)
- Lydecker Llp
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Kansas City, MO
- Founded in 2003, Lydecker is a growing AV-rated full-service law firm with over 140 attorneys in thirteen offices throug...
- 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Kansas City, Missouri
Kansas City is the largest city in the U.S. state of Missouri. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the city had an estimated population of 488,943 in 2017, making it the 37th most-populous city in the United States. It is the central city of the Kansas City metropolitan area, which straddles the Kansas–Missouri state line. Kansas City was founded in the 1830s as a Missouri River port at its confluence with the Kansas River coming in from the west. On June 1, 1850 the town of Kansas was incorporated; shortly after came the establishment of the Kansas Territory. Confusion between the two ensued...
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Income Estimation for Community Engagement and Outreach Specialist jobs
$66,649 to $87,306
Kansas City, Missouri area prices
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What does a Community Engagement and Outreach Specialist do?
Community Engagement and Outreach Specialist in Rockford, IL
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Community Engagement and Outreach Specialist in Parkersburg, WV
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Community Engagement and Outreach Specialist in Virginia Beach, VA
The Community Engagemment & Outreach Specialist will work closely with the Marketing Specialist, Social Media Editor, Graphic Designer, and members of the underwriting and web team to execute event promotion, partnerships, and station initiatives.
January 15, 2020