Veteran Community Outreach Specialist

Easterseals Redwood•Cincinnati, OH

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About The Position

Easterseals Redwood is seeking a motivated, relationship-driven Veteran Community Relations Specialist to connect veterans and transitioning military personnel with community resources, employment opportunities, and support services. The role builds strategic partnerships with veteran organizations, government agencies, local businesses, and community stakeholders to expand awareness of and access to Military Veteran Services (MVS). The ideal candidate is passionate about serving the veteran community, skilled in networking and outreach, and comfortable coordinating events, managing partnerships, and connecting individuals with appropriate services. The position involves working with veterans, adults with disabilities, and community partners in office and community settings. Occasional travel, variable environmental conditions, and flexible scheduling for events may be required. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of required background and registry checks. Employees must complete required orientation, training, and CPR/First Aid certification.

Requirements

At least two years of relevant experience working with veterans, homeless service agencies, employment programs, or veteran service organizations is required in lieu of a degree.
Established community connections and the ability to engage and recruit veterans.
Strong communication, interpersonal, networking, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, coordinate events, maintain accurate records, and work independently and collaboratively.
Reliable transportation for community outreach and off-site responsibilities.
Ability to meet job-related physical requirements, including lifting up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Satisfactory completion of required background and registry checks.
Completion of required orientation, training, and CPR/First Aid certification.

Nice To Haves

Veteran or military experience; preference is given to veterans and candidates with military experience.
Associate's or bachelor's degree in business, communications, social services, or a related field.
General knowledge of military culture, veteran services, housing resources, and community support systems.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain relationships with veteran organizations, community agencies, government partners, and local businesses throughout the tri-state area.
Promote Military Veteran Services through networking events, career fairs, community presentations, workshops, and other outreach initiatives.
Coordinate resource fairs, employment events, workshops, and community activities; develop promotional materials, including flyers and presentations.
Connect veterans and transitioning military personnel with employment opportunities, internal services, and community resources.
Support Veterans Court treatment teams as needed.
Coordinate mentor and sponsor relationships through the Onward Ops program, support military members transitioning to civilian life, and assist with college intern development.
Maintain accurate outreach, referral, partnership, and event records in Salesforce or other CRM systems.
Provide job development or Military Veteran Services team support as needed.