Position Summary The Community Outreach Partner plays a key role in building relationships and fostering collaboration within an assigned region to expand workforce, education, and training opportunities. This position requires a proactive, motivated individual who can engage with local businesses, community organizations, school leaders, elected officials, and nonprofits to drive economic growth, workforce development, and stability. Key Responsibilities Community Engagement & Relationship Building - Develop and maintain strong relationships with community members, businesses, organizations, stakeholders, and partners.
- Attend and actively participate in community events, meetings, and initiatives to assist in identified capacity building efforts.
- Support adult re-entry programs in collaboration with recovery-to-work agencies, drug coalitions, and family court initiatives.
- Monitor workforce trends and employment needs within the local business community.
- Conduct community presentations and facilitate workforce development programs.
- Maintain accurate records and contact databases for Future Plans/GRIT initiatives.
- Represent and support the overall mission of Future Plans and The GRIT Project in identified community relations.
- Attend all Future Plans and GRIT Project meetings and training sessions.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support program success.
- Data collection, reporting and dissemination for stakeholders, business partners, and organizations.
School Partnerships & Student Support - Work collaboratively with Career Navigators and school workforce staff to assist in facilitating all aspects of the 5-step process which includes: Assessing, Coaching, Discovery, Preparing and Placing.
Additional duties as assigned Qualifications & Skills Qualifications - Must reside in one of the following counties in Ohio within the assigned service area: Athens, Belmont, Coshocton, Fairfield, Gallia, Guernsey, Hocking, Lawrence, Licking, Meigs, Monroe, Morgan, Muskingum, Noble, Perry, Tuscarawas, Vinton, and Washington.
- Minimum of three years of relevant experience in business, education, or community leadership.
- College experience preferred but not required.
- Reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and minimum state-required auto insurance.
- Must possess or be willing to acquire a personal cell phone (monthly reimbursement of $50 provided).
- Must pass a background check in accordance with state regulations.
Skills - Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 including Outlook and virtual meeting platforms
- Ability to interact with individuals at various levels of business, education, and community leadership.
- Experience in consensus-building, meeting facilitation, and program coordination.
- Confidence in public speaking and delivering presentations.
- Strong communication skills with both youth and adults.
- Ability to proactively develop and maintain partnerships with schools, workforce agencies, stakeholders and community organizations.
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