Working at Harris County Precinct 4:
You will be surrounded by team members who bring “heart, hustle, and higher standards” to work each day. These leaders advance opportunity and justice as they deliver services to and advocate for the residents of Harris County. The team you will be joining is innovative, dynamic, and forward-looking.
What you will do for Harris County Precinct 4 (HCP4)
Harris County Precinct 4 seeks a Community Engagement Coordinator. This position is an integral part of the Community Engagement team covering the Lazybrook/Timbergrove, Memorial Park, and part of the Spring Branch area. The successful candidate will work collaboratively within a team to support implementing strategic goals for engaging and empowering the community. The coordinator will work in a defined geographical region within Precinct 4.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.
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Serve as a community relations liaison between constituents and the office of Precinct 4, representing the office at community events by presenting certificates and resolutions, speaking publicly, and/or relaying concerns to the office.
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Assess and gain an understanding of regional community dynamics, needs, and issues by building and cultivating relationships with community members and organizations.
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Build coalitions with various stakeholders to improve relationships, expand partner bases, provide constituents with resources, and contribute to strategies that will resolve concerns.
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Clearly and consistently communicate community needs to the Community Engagement Manager through weekly reports, proposals, and memos as needed.
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Communicate and disseminate policy priorities and issue areas to constituents/communities of interest.
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Execute regional direct-action plans to improve civic engagement and empower communities.
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Execute short-term and long-term community engagement special projects with excellence.
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Special projects and tasks assigned.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net
Position Type, Salary and Typical Hours of Work:
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
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The department seeks to empower constituencies to address systemic issues through coalition building and collective action. This job requires day-to-day attendance of events, meetings, and outreach efforts around Precinct 4, which requires physical travel. Physical demands include traveling with outreach packets, tables, tents, and other necessary materials.
What You Will Get in Return:
Harris County employees receive a competitive salary plus medical, dental, and vision insurance at no cost to the employee after the first two months of full-time continued employment. Vacation, sick-time, and floating holidays allow our employees to recharge and balance work and personal time. Mandatory participation in our retirement program allows employees to save for retirement. Various other benefits and discounts lead to the satisfaction and engagement of our employees.
HARRIS COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.
Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.