Job Description
Join the City of Long Beach's dynamic team as a Part-Time Community Outreach Specialist! Play a pivotal role in connecting residents with essential city services while fostering community engagement. This position offers flexible hours (20-25 hrs/week) and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful public initiatives. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment dedicated to serving our diverse community.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement community engagement strategies to increase public awareness of city programs
- Organize and facilitate neighborhood meetings, workshops, and informational events
- Collect and analyze community feedback to inform policy decisions
- Collaborate with city departments to coordinate outreach initiatives
- Maintain accurate records of community interactions and program participation
- Distribute multilingual informational materials across diverse neighborhoods
- Support emergency preparedness campaigns and public health initiatives
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor's degree preferred
- 1+ years of community outreach or public relations experience
- Excellent bilingual communication skills (English/Spanish highly valued)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data collection tools
- Valid California driver's license with clean driving record
- Ability to work flexible evenings/weekends for community events
- Passionate about public service and equity-focused community work
- Ability to pass background check and fingerprinting