Community Coalition Specialist

Grant County•Renew - Quincy, WA

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Community Coalition Specialist provides guidance, project management, and coordination for community-based prevention initiatives, ensuring integrity, collaboration, and alignment with coalition, agency, and grant objectives. The role strengthens coalition capacity, fosters partnerships across sectors, and supports strategic efforts that promote health, resilience, and well-being throughout the community. This position is not part of a job series. The position coordinates coalitions as they develop, implement, and evaluate strategic prevention plans and programs; facilitates meetings and community discussions; and serves as a liaison among the coalition, fiscal agent, and funding partners. It supports strategic and project planning, inclusive community and member engagement, communication and public outreach, program and data management, grant development and reporting, and ongoing training, evaluation, and sustainability efforts. The position is expected to support and be compatible with Washington State Certified Prevention Professional (CPP) certification requirements, including prevention, ethical practice, and continuing education. It is grant-funded, and continuation and duration of employment depend on available funding. Work is primarily office-based, with occasional duties at community locations and required local, statewide, or national travel. A flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, is required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in education, health, communications, social sciences, or a closely related field, or a high school diploma or GED with four years of experience in behavioral health promotion or substance use prevention.
Ability to create and sustain effective relationships with community partners, foster and share leadership among community members, and build bridges among diverse community members and organizations.
Valid Washington State driver’s license.
Safe, reliable vehicle and proof of automobile insurance.
Acceptable background report at hire and every three years afterward.
Acceptable driving abstract.
Must meet Washington State CPP certification requirements when stipulated by the agency, grant, or funding source; credential must be held at hire or obtained within 18 months of employment, as applicable.
Complete required DBHR Community Coalition Coordinator Orientation and Washington SAPST Training within six months of employment if not previously completed, as applicable.
Adhere to required nondisclosure, confidentiality, and data protection agreements and trainings.
Ability to lift, carry, or transport materials weighing up to 35 pounds.
Ability to meet the position’s travel requirements and flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the qualifications necessary to perform the duties will be considered.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish, with the ability to speak and write in both languages.
Two years of experience with community-based prevention coalitions.
Knowledge of substance use prevention, prevention science, community development and mobilization, youth development principles, and community organizing approaches.
Experience with grant writing and reporting.
Certified Prevention Professional (CPP) credential, where applicable.

Responsibilities

Guide and coordinate community coalitions in developing, implementing, and evaluating strategic prevention plans and programs.
Facilitate coalition meetings, workgroups, and community discussions to encourage shared decision-making and collaboration.
Act as liaison among the coalition, fiscal agent, and funding partners to support communication, compliance, and alignment with strategic goals.
Support development of strategic and project plans, including goal setting, timelines, and measurable objectives.
Ensure plans are data-informed, aligned with community needs, and integrated across programs to improve effectiveness and sustainability.
Build and sustain relationships with community partners, coalition members, and stakeholders to advance shared prevention goals.
Encourage inclusive participation, support member development, and foster collaboration that strengthens community capacity.
Promote engagement across schools, organizations, businesses, and residents to enhance prevention efforts and collective impact.
Communicate with coalition members, partners, and the public; deliver presentations, reports, and technical assistance on prevention and behavioral health initiatives.
Use digital tools and community networks to strengthen relationships, broaden outreach, and increase visibility of coalition efforts.
Maintain accurate records, prepare reports, and support budget and fiscal accountability in accordance with funding and evaluation requirements.
Coordinate input, compile data, and support timely grant development, renewal, and reporting submissions to funders.
Participate in local, state, or national trainings, meetings, and technical assistance opportunities related to prevention science, behavioral health promotion, and coalition best practices.
Contribute to coalition planning, evaluation, and sustainability efforts.
Uphold professionalism, discretion, and ethical standards in interactions and data management.
Perform additional responsibilities that support coalition initiatives and the organizational mission.
Complete the DBHR Community Coalition Coordinator Orientation and Washington Substance Abuse Prevention System (SAPST) Training within six months of employment if not previously completed, as required.
Adhere to required nondisclosure, confidentiality, and data protection agreements and trainings.
Travel locally, statewide, or nationally for meetings, trainings, and events; accommodate a flexible schedule that includes evenings and weekends.