Community Engagement and Outreach Specialist jobs in Las Cruces, NM

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 Outreach Specialist II
  • Dona Ana County
  • Las Cruces, NM OTHER
  • Overview

    The position closes at 5:00PM on the closing date.

     

    Responsible for coordinating outreach activities, assisting with the development and evaluation of outreach activities, and coordinating community resource center activities for the Outreach and Education Division in support of the Colonias Initiative, Youth Initiative, Local DWI Program, and the HHS action plan.

    Responsibilities

    Outreach Programming

    • Promotes the development and maintenance of outreach programming to rural areas and community resource centers
    • Facilitates/coordinates meetings or focus groups to gather feedback on program activities and identifies priorities
    • Serves as an advocate for families to promote navigating the healthcare and social services system or to increase access to services
    • Serves as a liaison with the community for the exchange of information to assist with department planning
    • Assists with coordinating grant-related programs and community resource center activities
    • Networks and collaborates with existing community providers to leverage resources and avoid duplication of services
    • Maintains current knowledge of activities, community trends and/or emerging contextual issues as they may affect assigned operation areas
    • Supports the planning and coordination of education and recreational activities or events for youth and families in a fun, healthy, and inviting environment at the Community Resource Centers
    • Responsible for recruiting youth to participate in the Youth Initiative and community leaders in the Colonias Initiative

     

    Program Development and Evaluation

     

    • Provide ongoing monitoring and evaluation of outreach programs
    • Utilizes a capacity building process with consumers and community members to identify needs of the rural communities
    • Assist in the research and development of new and innovative curriculum and instructional methods
    • Researches and stays abreast of Bi-national trends health and social status indicators
    • Identifies training needs arising from local or national trends

     

     Communication

     

    • Meets with Community Outreach Coordinator and program staff on a regular basis.
    • Represents the department and assigned programs at meetings or conferences as requested by the division manager
    • Assists with the development of media messages and campaigns as appropriate.  
    • Promotes and disseminates information and visibility for division and department activities to increase participation through information exchange with local service providers, community projects/programs, school districts and governmental agencies
    • Develops and maintains cooperative working relationships with agencies and organizations interested in offering services in Doña Ana County colonias and/or community resource centers
    • Facilitates the prompt and accurate submission of information reports or data as required by funding agencies and division manager.
    • Compose correspondence, reports, spreadsheets, requisitions and other documents

     

     

    ADDITIONAL DUTIES.

                Performs other duties as assigned.

    Qualifications

    Education. Bachelors Degree in Social Services, Public or Community Health, Family and Consumer Science, Education, or related field is required. 

     

    Experience. Two years full-time experience in outreach and community mobilization activities, program planning, program administration, or community organizing.  Bilingual (English/Spanish) is required.

     

    Education/Experience substitution. In accordance with County policy.

     

    Licenses/Certifications. Must have or be able to acquire a valid Driver's license.

     

    Other (e.g., post-offer medical exam, polygraph, background check, driver’s license record, etc.). Must pass background check and maintain a current driver’s license.

     

     

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITION:

     

    Must have knowledge of: Doña Ana County colonias, villages and overall population and community resources and networks, Activities related to the development of youth programming; Principles and techniques of program management, community education principles, and Grant evaluation; Organizational and consensus building skills; Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, policies and procedures, current literature, trends, regulations and developments.

     

    Must have skill in: Operate general office and computer equipment and using software including Microsoft office Suite (Word, Excel, Access); Maintain accurate records; Develop spreadsheets; Develop collaborative partnerships; Maintain confidentiality; Understand demographics of families and children; Focus group facilitation; Promote and organize meeting, outreach activities and coordinate community groups; Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with others.

    Must have ability to: Communicate orally and in writing; interpret, organize, coordinate and execute assignments, projects and programs; Communicate in English and Spanish.

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Reproductive Rights Community Engagement Specialist
  • ACLU - Affiliate Offices
  • Las Cruces, NM FULL_TIME
  • THE OPPORTUNITY The Reproductive Rights Community Engagement Specialist (RRCES) protects and advances access to reproductive healthcare, including abortion care in New Mexico. This role helps to devel...
  • 11 Days Ago

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Lawn Specialist
  • TruGreen - Lawn Specialist - El Paso, TX
  • La Mesa, NM FULL_TIME
  • TruGreen is Hiring Residential Lawn SpecialistsImmediate Openings in El Paso, TX At TruGreen, we are committed to our customers, our teams, our values, and the science of lawn care. A career with TruG...
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Office Specialist
  • TruGreen - Lawn Specialist - El Paso, TX
  • La Mesa, NM FULL_TIME
  • Immediate Openings in El Paso, TX At TruGreen, we are committed to our customers, our teams, our values, and the science of lawn care. Average income is $850 - $1,200 per week* - Based on hourly rate ...
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Lawn Specialist
  • TruGreen - Lawn Specialist - El Paso, TX
  • Vado, NM FULL_TIME
  • TruGreen is Hiring Residential Lawn SpecialistsImmediate Openings in El Paso, TX At TruGreen, we are committed to our customers, our teams, our values, and the science of lawn care. A career with TruG...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Specialist, Medical Office
  • TruGreen - Lawn Specialist - El Paso, TX
  • La Mesa, NM FULL_TIME
  • Immediate Openings in El Paso, TX At TruGreen, we are committed to our customers, our teams, our values, and the science of lawn care. Average income is $850 - $1,200 per week* - Based on hourly rate ...
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Ag Marketing Specialist,Inter - Possible Career Development Opportunity
  • New Mexico State University
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • Position Title: Ag Marketing Specialist,Inter - Possible Career Development Opportunity Employee Classification: Ag Mark...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Baker and Packager Associate
  • Wal-Mart
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • Position Summary... Do you have a knack for helping people, following recipes and organization? Our Bakery/Packager asso...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Globe Life: American Income Life/AO Union Insurance Agent
  • American Income Life AO - John Crespin
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • AIL/AO is seeking enthusiastic, hard-working, and friendly individuals across the United States, to join our team and pr...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Las Cruces Energy Customer Care Representative (Part-Time)
  • MassMarkets
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • POSITION OVERVIEW ENERGY CUSTOMER CARE REPRESENTATIVE (PART-TIME) Here at MCI, we keep things light. We believe our cust...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Las Cruces Energy Customer Care Representative (Part-Time)
  • Mass Markets
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • POSITION OVERVIEW ENERGY CUSTOMER CARE REPRESENTATIVE (PART-TIME) Here at MCI, we keep things light. We believe our cust...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Human Resources Specialist
  • MassMarkets
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • POSITION OVERVIEW HUMAN RESOURCE SPECIALIST Our team is looking for an experienced human resource specialist to support ...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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PRN Temporary Housekeeper
  • Healthcare Services Group, Inc.
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • Who We AreHealthcare Services Group (HCSG), one of America's Most Trustworthy Companies, is an experienced partner manag...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Urban Planner
  • City of Las Cruces, NM
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • Senior Urban Planner Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lascruces/jobs/newprint/4390599) Apply ? Senior Urban...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Las Cruces is the seat of Doña Ana County, New Mexico, United States. As of the 2010 census the population was 97,618, and in 2017 the estimated population was 101,712, making it the second largest city in the state, after Albuquerque. Las Cruces is the largest city in both Doña Ana County and southern New Mexico. The Las Cruces metropolitan area had an estimated population of 213,849 in 2017. It is the principal city of a metropolitan statistical area which encompasses all of Doña Ana County and is part of the larger El Paso–Las Cruces combined statistical area. Las Cruces is the economic and...
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Income Estimation for Community Engagement and Outreach Specialist jobs
$57,802 to $75,707
Las Cruces, New Mexico area prices
were up 2.5% from a year ago

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