Community Outreach Coordinator - Communications & Outreach Division

Harris County • Houston, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Communications & Outreach Division is seeking an experienced professional to serve as a link between the office and the community. The role focuses on building relationships, identifying community needs, supporting constituent services, and strengthening the office’s engagement and presence in the community. The position reports to the Community Relations Manager.

The coordinator represents the office at community meetings and events, builds and maintains relationships with community organizations and leaders, helps community members navigate resources, and supports the planning and logistics of office-hosted events and programs. The position is based in the Harris County Attorney’s Office in downtown Houston. It is full-time, with typical hours Monday through Friday; hours may vary with departmental needs and include evenings and weekends.

The role typically operates in a professional office environment using standard office equipment. It is largely sedentary, requiring exertion of up to 10 pounds occasionally and negligible force frequently or constantly. Compensation is determined by the candidate’s qualifications and the pay of others in the job function. Total compensation includes paid leave programs, health benefits, and retirement plans. The position is eligible to accrue compensatory time off for hours worked over 40 in a workweek, consistent with Harris County policies. Employment is contingent on passing a background check and drug screen.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience.
• One to four years of experience working with similar programs or in related positions requiring similar skills.
• Related experience in community engagement, community outreach, government campaigns, youth engagement, or public affairs.
• Experience working with diverse communities.
• Ability to attend events outside typical working hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to communicate well with different audiences.
• Proactive, innovative, and creative approach to developing solutions and completing assignments.
• Thoughtfulness and good judgment in managing relationships and responsibilities.
• Applicants must provide a cover letter, resume, and three professional references with their application; qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented in the application.

Responsibilities

• Identify and support initiatives that build community relations and outreach and enhance the office’s engagement and presence in the community.
• Attend meetings on behalf of the office, including meetings hosted by civic clubs, community groups, nonprofit organizations, and houses of worship.
• Develop and maintain relationships with community groups, interfaith groups, nonprofit organizations, and other government offices.
• Support constituent services by identifying community members’ needs, helping them navigate resources, and providing support as needed.
• Build relationships with community leaders in key areas and connect with them on issues being addressed by the office.
• Attend community events and celebrations on behalf of the office, including writing and presenting proclamations.
• Support planning and logistics for events and programs hosted by the office.
• Perform other duties or responsibilities as assigned or reassigned by management.

Benefits

• Attractive paid leave programs
• Health benefits
• Retirement plans
• Accrual of compensatory time off for hours worked over 40 in a workweek, consistent with Harris County personnel policies and procedures

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level