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Community Engagement Coordinator

Equus
United States, Texas, Houston
Sep 27, 2024
Company Description

We help job seekers and career changers prepare for and advance in careers with a focus on sustainable, high-growth, high-demand industries. Our committed and well-trained workforce professionals deliver comprehensive workforce solutions at integrated career centers, sector-focused centers and community, and partner sites.

Job Description
  • Relationship Building: Develop and maintain strong relationships with local community organizations, nonprofits, educational institutions, and other service providers to collaborate on offering comprehensive services for Workforce Solutions' customers.
  • Community Outreach: Attend and represent Workforce Solutions at community events, including hiring events, workshops, resource fairs, schools, libraries, and more to promote our services and engage with the public.
  • Partnership Development: Identify and engage potential community partners to expand service offerings for Workforce Solutions' customers, ensuring access to a wider range of support, such as financial literacy programs, scholarships, mental health services, etc.
  • Program Coordination: Work closely with community partners to coordinate joint programs or initiatives that align with Workforce Solutions' mission of empowering job seekers and employers.
  • Service Integration: Collaborate with internal departments to integrate community services into the existing Workforce Solutions framework, ensuring customers have seamless access to needed resources.
  • Communication & Promotion: Create and distribute informational materials, both online and in print, to raise awareness of Workforce Solutions' services.
  • Data Tracking & Reporting: Maintain records of community partnerships, track engagement metrics, and provide regular updates on outreach efforts and partnership outcomes.
  • Workshop & Event Facilitation: Organize and facilitate workshops and presentations at schools, libraries, and community centers to educate the public on available workforce services.
  • Collaboration with Workforce Teams: Collaborate with Workforce Solutions teams to ensure cohesive service delivery to customers by leveraging community resources effectively.
  • Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Public Relations, Communications, Community Development, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Experience in community outreach, partnership development, or program coordination, preferably in the workforce development or social services sector.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage diverse communities and foster collaborative relationships.
  • Demonstrated ability to organize events and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.
  • Knowledge of local community organizations, nonprofits, and social service providers is a plus.
  • Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with data tracking and reporting tools.
  • Frequent travel to various community locations (schools, libraries, community centers, etc.) is required.
  • May require evening or weekend work depending on event schedules.
Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team, Equus puts the industry's best practices to work by focusing on the development, design, and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions.

When you join Equus, you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.

At Equus we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. Equus Workforce Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, religion, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or reprisal or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local law.

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