Program Coordinator Community Engagement at Carroll County Government

Program Coordinator Community Engagement

Program Coordinator, Community Engagement

Pay Range (Grade): $28.25 - $49.44 (H600)

Other Compensation Offered:
Overtime, Compensatory Time

Employment Type:

Full-Time, 40 hours per week

Location:

Distillery Building

Reports to:

Local Management Board Manager

Classification:
Non-Exempt (41724)

At Carroll County Government, we look for people who are eager to engage in meaningful work that positively impacts our community. As public servants, our sense of purpose and motivation to work hard starts with the value we place on relationships with coworkers, community partners, and those we serve. We strive to build collaborative and passionate teams, with opportunities to learn and explore new possibilities in a welcoming workplace.

As a team, we are committed, inspired, and connected to make a difference in the community.

As the Program Coordinator for Community Engagement, you will use a trauma informed approach to facilitate community partnerships in high poverty communities to reduce child poverty and increase economic mobility. Working under the direction of the Local Management Board Manager, you will assess community needs, coordinate resources, collect and report data, and support organizations in identifying and applying for grant opportunities.

• Assess the needs of higher poverty communities. Coordinate resources that address identified needs.
• Support organizations in identifying and applying for grant opportunities. Connect organizations with training and resources to build capacity for effective grant management.
• Provide training or training resources to organizations that strengthen their capacity for collaborative action related to education, health, workforce, housing, and community safety.
• Find and connect organizations with resources to develop programs.
• Coordinate and support community coalitions. Provide technical assistance to community organizations
• Facilitate community outreach programs and opportunities for community engagement that support the reduction of child poverty and increased economic mobility.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with community members and agencies. Provide a trauma-informed approach to services.
• Prepare narrative and data reporting for program activities and outcomes.
• Ensure all work is complete and timely to support department goals. Evaluate feedback and procedures to improve efficiency.
• Invite collaboration and seek learning opportunities. Proactively assist peers to create a supportive work environment.
• Exhibit integrity, ethics, and fiscal responsibility.

• Community Engagement (Intermediate)
• Planning and Organizing (Intermediate)
• Microsoft Office Suite (Intermediate)

• Decision Making
• Collaborating with Others
• Digital Literacy
• Fostering Communication
• Partnering
• Thinking Strategically

• Bachelor's degree in human services, organizational development, or a related field
• Three or more years of related experience
• A comparable amount of education and experience may be substituted for the minimum requirement.

• Valid driver's license

• Requires criminal background check as condition of employment.
• May be required to work outside of standard hours.
• Must be able to provide own transportation as needed for local travel.

Carroll County Government is dedicated to fostering a culture focused on the total well-being of our employees. For eligible employees, this includes:

• Generous paid time off
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Flexible schedules and remote options, when applicable
• Comprehensive, no deductible medical plans including…