Community Connections and Partnership Liaison Pawtucket School Department - 3.7 Pawtucket, RI Job Details Full-time $60,000 - $70,000 a year 10 hours ago Qualifications Youth engagement programs Working with youth Full Job Description Community Connections and Partnership Liaison12-month position

FLSA Status:

Non-Union, Exempt

DESCRIPTION

Community Connections and Partnership Liaison performs professional community engagement work in the planning, development, organization, and implementation of programs and services. The Liaison will work closely with the Superintendents Office. Job responsibilities focus on four major areas: 1.Grant Writing/Research2.Internal and external liaison activities including: community and business organizations, school districts, and social service agencies;3.Establishing and facilitating planning and problem-solving Title I school related support and activities, family and parent engagement that support schools and the community.4.

Private Sector Services and Coordination of EventsDistinguishing Features:

A significant element of work involves public contact with the ability to engage diverse populations. Supporting partnerships and programs that enhance community engagement. Flexibility of work day may include some evenings, weekends or holidays for special events. Supervised by the Superintendent.

JOB DUTIES

Collaboratively planning, developing, and implementing a variety of information for programs or materials to facilitate communication to students, families, employees, and the communityDeveloping and supporting educational programs and effectively educating a diverse community about programs.

Assisting with the development and production of materials using web technology; collaboratively developing social media and web page content regarding programsLead and support responsibilities for school and community projectsCollaborative Parent Family Engagement Site Level/ District Level Development for School ImprovementCommunicates with the general public, neighborhood associations or representatives, City employees, management, vendors, and local and regional public officials in order to facilitate planningPrepares written documents and reports as requestedCollaborative correspondence for programs, action plans, and programmatic initiatives.

Makes oral and written presentations regarding the work of the Community Connections TeamFacilitates planning and problem-solving efforts across community task forces and neighborhood groups/associations as requested.

Conducts research and analyzes data and literature related to the operation of grant programs to support grant writingMay lead a project or team- Performs mathematical calculations, statistical computations, and financial and cost analysis studies f or community engagement and response programs.

Prepare and Present data relative to Parent and Community Engagement/demographic information to analyze and interpret trends.

Projects/Duties as assigned by the Superintendent.

Ability to perform other duties assigned in order to meet the specific needs of the Pawtucket School Department and its employees.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Associates in Business or Public Administration, Communications, or a closely related field.3-5 years of professional-level experience in operating and administering community outreach, youth development, community assistance, or community programs or events.

Must possess a valid Driver's License

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience in public speakingFacilitating problem-solving meetings for complex community challengesExperience creating and/or managing successful community programs; experience working with a diverse community

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

Frequently required to stand, sit and walkOccasional lifting or carrying weighing up to 25 poundsThe working conditions (light, noise level, temperature, etc. are typical of (primarily) an office setting although the employee may be exposure to adverse weather conditions related to visits to school buildings or other locationsSpecific physical abilities include close vision and the ability to use computer monitors for long periods of time, as well as the ability to communicate verbally in person and on the telephone.