Community Engagement Specialist; Temporary

Position: Community Engagement Specialist (Temporary)

Location: Birmingham, AL

Job : 4381

# of Openings: 12

The Community Engagement Specialist is a contract-based role responsible for strengthening local community partnerships and leading engagement efforts in Alabama that support a statewide public health initiative. The Community Engagement Specialist will cultivate strong local networks with healthcare providers, faith-based institutions, nonprofits, and civic leaders to increase awareness and recruitment in the program. This role will lead community-facing efforts by hosting weekly outreach events, convening stakeholders, and representing the program across a variety of platforms to drive enrollment and awareness.

• South Alabama (Mobile, Fairhope, Brewton)
• South-Eastern Alabama (Dothan, Enterprise, Troy)
• Builds and sustains local strategic partnerships with primary care providers, churches, nonprofit organizations, and community influencers
• Organizes and hosts weekly engagement events to educate about the program, assist with registration, and sample collection (e.g., town halls, tabling opportunities, health fairs, lunch & learns) to increase program visibility
• Develop and implement tailored outreach strategies informed by local demographic, cultural, and geographic insights
• Represents the program at regional coalition meetings, stakeholder convenings, and public forums
• Educates community members on genetic testing, precision medicine, and program benefits through presentations and one-on-one conversations
• Maintains accurate and timely reporting of outreach activities, including engagement metrics and qualitative feedback
• Collaborates with engagement leadership to assess strategy effectiveness and share insights from the field
• Serves as a trusted liaison between the program and the public, building long-term relationships and brand trust
• Completes other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's degree in public health, communications, social work, or a related field
• Strong existing relationships and presence within the designated Alabama region
• Exceptional interpersonal, public speaking, and relationship management skills
• Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple projects, and manage time efficiently
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel throughout the assigned region regularly

• Well-connected with local providers, civic and community organizations, and faith-based institutions
• Familiarity with rural and underserved communities in the region
• Knowledge of public health campaigns, health messaging or genetic literacy concepts

Cultivating human connection – putting people first. We know that every individual makes a difference and that no one can do it alone. We believe the world’s most powerful resource is human potential. We are an inclusive and courageous team where innovation and diversity of thought go hand in hand. We understand that relationships move at the speed of trust.

Operating with precise execution – measuring what matters and owning results as a team. We leverage data to drive decisions that advance science. We recognize the importance of a stable foundation coupled with an agile mindset. We hold ourselves accountable and take pride in our work. We give and receive candid feedback as a gift that keeps us growing.

Harnessing relentless curiosity – our unstoppable, innovative force. We are driven to ask sharp questions and push the boundaries of knowledge. We use creativity and critical thinking as catalysts for finding solutions that change lives. We learn by doing, consistently striving to improve our relationships, training, methodologies, questions and results.

Stewarding a healthy community – implementing sustainable operations for a safe, engaging environment. We don’t compromise on safety and health for our employees, customers or community. We believe a healthy community begins with inclusive economic opportunities. We respect the dignity of the patients we ultimately serve. We are motivated to serve communities that are underserved and markets…