Job detail
Community Engagement Specialist (709)
BAKERRIPLEY
Expired
Location
Houston, Texas
Quick overview
The Community Engagement Specialist is responsible for building and maintaining strategic partnerships to enhance Workforce Solutions' visibility and impact. This role involves coordinating outreach initiatives and engaging underserved populations to expand community-based service delivery.
Requirements summary
The position requires a high school diploma or GED and involves frequent local travel. Candidates should have skills in community engagement, partnership building, and event organization.
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Job description
Job DetailsJob Location
- 105 -
- BakerRipley
- Central -
- Houston,
- TX 77011Position
- Type:
- Full-TimeEducation
- Level:
- High
- School/
- GEDTravel
- Percentage: Frequent Local Travel (up to 50%)Job
- Category: Community & Social ResourcesBakerRipley team members impact the lives of more than 500 000 people every year through our community development work, which has inspired and supported our Neighbors for more than a century. We believe our neighborhoods are bridges to opportunity, that people can transform communities, and that everyone has something to contribute. Our unique backgrounds and experiences help us deliver innovative support to uplift our Neighbors. As one of the largest nonprofits in
- Texas, our success is fueled by our
- Mission: Connecting Neighbors and communities to resources, education, and opportunity. Position OverviewThe Community Engagement Specialist is responsible for building and maintaining strategic partnerships that amplify Workforce Solutions' visibility, presence, and impact across the 13-county Gulf Coast region. This role convenes stakeholders, coordinates outreach initiatives, and ensures alignment with the Gulf Coast Workforce Board’s mission to increase access to services, mobilize community resources, and foster regional collaboration. This position plays a critical role in engaging underserved populations, expanding community-based service delivery, and sharing success stories that reflect transformational outcomes. Key Responsibilities Research and assess community needs, demographics, and service gaps across the region. Develop a bi-annual Community Engagement Plan in collaboration with the Board; submit each September and February. Build and maintain collaborative relationships with community organizations, educational institutions, employers, faith-based groups, and other key stakeholders. Organize and facilitate community events, outreach activities, job fairs, partner meetings, and workforce development workshops. Represent Workforce Solutions at local meetings, coalitions, and forums; develop and deliver presentations aligned with branding standards. Handle engagement requests from community partners; coordinate timely follow-ups and provide status updates until resolution. Maintain accurate records and reports of community engagement activities. Submit reports within two business days of activity and monthly summaries as required. Analyze engagement data and community feedback to identify improvement opportunities. Participate in Community Engagement Network Meetings as a mandatory representative. Ensure timely completion of partner agreements using approved templates and guidelines. Uphold Workforce Solutions’ branding and communications protocols in all public-facing content and presentations.
