Community Relations Liaison

Position Overview

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Position Duties

• Education and Experience: Associate's degree from an accredited college or university. Three (3) years of professional experience in community engagement, social services, constituent services or a closely related field. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Advanced level of proficiency in using a personal computer and common office software such as MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook), Constant Contact, Adobe, and Canva. This job requires knowledge and skills in local community and community population. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Ability to effectively use computer applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, email and database software. Ability to work with diverse citizen's groups. Ability to speak effectively before groups. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with a wide variety of people and organizations. Ability and experience to balance multiple responsibilities and deadlines. Ability to work with members of the public and departmental team. Demonstrates a can-do attitude and is resourceful. Has the ability and willingness to travel as required. Ability to adapt to changes. Ability to manage multiple deadlines at once. Great written and oral skills working with the public. Additional Requirements: Candidate must be familiar with areas of Northeast and East Harris County which includes North Channel, Channelview and Baytown. NOTE : Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualifications

• Bilingual

Other Qualifications

• Position Type and Typical Hours of Work: Regular Full-time While a standard day may be 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, the candidate receiving this position will be expected to attend meetings and events on evenings and weekends. Hours will be discussed during departmental interview. Salary: Depends on Qualifications Based on 26 Pay Periods Work Environment and Physical Demands: This position is sedentary and field based. Require the ability to lift up to 50 lbs., bend or stand as necessary. Field work will require the physical ability to set up display booth (tent, banners, outreach materials) at indoor or outdoor venues in the community and exposed to different environmental conditions. 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.

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

Benefits

• HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan. The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions: Health & Wellness Benefits Medical Coverage Dental Coverage Vision Coverage Wellness Plan Life Insurance Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Healthcare Flexible Spending Account Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Paid Time Off (PTO) Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service) Eleven (11) County-observed holidays One (1) floating holiday per year Paid Parental Leave* Sick Leave Retirement Savings Benefit 457 Deferred Compensation Plan The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions: Professional learning & development opportunities Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan) Flexible work schedule* METRO RideSponsor Program* * Participation may vary by County department. The employee benefits plans of Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health & Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas. In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed. For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website: www.benefitsathctx.com

HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.
• The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions:
• Health & Wellness Benefits
• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Wellness Plan
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
• Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
• One (1) floating holiday per year
• Paid Parental Leave*
• Sick Leave
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions:
• Professional learning & development opportunities
• Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
• Flexible work schedule*
• METRO RideSponsor Program*
• * Participation may vary by County department. The employee benefits plans of Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health & Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas.
• In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.

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