District Constituent and Community Affairs Liaison

Constituent And Community Affairs Liaison (Council Assistant)

City Of Baltimore

Baltimore City Council District 7

Salary Range: $51,058 - $83,263

Hiring Salary: $51,058

Our Benefits

The city offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops.

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Summary Of Position

We are seeking a highly organized, community-oriented professional who is equally comfortable responding to constituent requests from the office and attending neighborhood meetings and walks, speaking with residents, identifying emerging community concerns, and representing the Council Office throughout the district.

Supervision

Supervision Received:
This position reports to the Chief of Staff for District 7.

Essential Functions

· Constituent services (responding to and resolving complaints and inquiries)

• Plan, develop, implement and direct highly visible and proactive community involvement programs and activities.

• Staff the Council member at meetings and events throughout the district.

· Representing the Council member at meetings, hearings, and community events

• Maintain relationships with district stakeholders, including community associations, tenant associations, nonprofit organizations, businesses and schools.

• Identify new and emerging community groups with which to build relationships on behalf of the Council member.

• Identify emerging community issues and help guide the office's response.

• Conduct community outreach around office initiatives, events and press conferences.

• Serve as a point of contact for community associations, tenant associations, nonprofit organizations, businesses and schools.

• Assist constituents with individual concerns, including housing, health care, social services and education.

• Assist with planning and implementation of town hall meetings and other office-sponsored forums.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education And Experience Requirements

Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a GED certificate. Bachelor's degree in liberal arts or public administration preferred.

Experience

Three (3) years of experience in government, public service or business administration, community service work, program coordination, or a related field.

Equivalence

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Education Accreditation :

License, Registration And Certificate Requirements

N/A.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Knowledge of:

· Knowledge of administrative principles and practices

· Knowledge of the organization and functions of legislative bodies

Skills and Abilities:

· Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with diverse stakeholders

· Ability to represent the Council member in public settings

· Ability to investigate and resolve constituent concerns

· Ability to manage confidential information

· Strong written and verbal communication skills

· Ability to support coordination and daily operations of a Council office

• Enthusiasm and a positive…