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Adams County Government Community Engagement & Presence - LEAP - PJF - 165590 in Westminster, Colorado
Community Engagement & Presence - LEAP - PJF - 165590
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Community Engagement & Presence - LEAP - PJF - 165590
Salary
$53,262.24 - $61,251.58 Annually
Location
Westminster, CO
Job Type
Project-Designated Full-time
Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number
06474
Department
Human Services
Opening Date
04/23/2024
Closing Date
5/7/2024 4:30 PM Mountain
Our Mission
At Adams County, our team members engage in top-notch opportunities to grow and expand their impact. We cultivate an inclusive and innovative culture where diversity matters! Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) is a core cultural competency at Adams County, and we actively seek and welcome applicants that bring diverse experiences and value inclusion.
Cultural Competencies/EEO
Adams County is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status,marital status or any other legally protected characteristic.
Position classification
Hybrid -- Job duties and expectations allow for onsite and remote work scheduled every week. Employees in this classification are regularly scheduled onsite one (1) to four (4) days per week based on the County needs and as determined by Department Director. Hybrid classified roles can be onsite more than the set minimum based on employee preference.
Description
Benefits
Questions
What Success Looks Like In This Job
The Community Engagement and Presence Liaison - LEAP is responsible for assisting in the coordination, creation, implementation, and oversight of customer outreach & education services and activities for the Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP). This position reports to the Community Engagement and Presence Supervisor in Community Support Services.
Examples of Duties for Success
•Coordinates all customer outreach, public education programs, and related activities for the Economic Mobility Division as it relates to the Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP).
•Continually identifies hard-to-reach or under-served populations within Adams County and strategizes ways to increase LEAP resources and enrollment to Adams County citizens.
•Is a subject matter expert in LEAP services, including specific weatherization and energy conservation initiatives to assist and educate vulnerable populations within the community.
•Effectively communicates eligibility rules and regulations, rights and responsibilities, benefit allotments, reasons for approval or denial, and rights to appeal to customers.
•Identifies locations within Adams County to build partnerships, such as specific community groups, apartment complexes, and so forth.
•Develops and maintains collaborative relationships and partnerships with public and private agencies, advocates, and local officials in every identified community to increase awareness of LEAP.
•Represents the Economic Mobility Division at various public forums and elsewhere as required in discussing customer. outreach, program education, and related topics pertaining to weatherization and energy conservation efforts and LEAP. •Assists in the development and implementation of policies and procedures for providing customer outreach and public education activities for LEAP.
•Seeks potential funding, materials, and other types and sources of assistance for community outreach and education projects and activities.
•Develops effective customer outreach and public education strategies utilizing resources available at the county, state, and federal levels as well as non-public funding sources.
•Creates community and organizational training materials and presentations to educate others on weatherization and energy conservation efforts and LEAP.
•Provides technical assistance and guidance to community groups, boards, similar organizations, and other county and city offices and departments in the service of weatherization and energy conservation efforts and outreach, including LEAP.
•Provides extensive community engagement and resources related to LEAP throughout Adams County.
• Develops and maintains databases comprising of statistics, planning and development issues, action
strategies, resources, and other relevant elements, and tracks and reports on the progress of implementation goals and objectives.
• Works with organizations to advertise and publicize LEAP.
• Assists in training temporary LEAP team members during the LEAP season each year (November-
April).
• Assists in planning, conducting, and implementing plans, special studies, and projects as assigned.
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.
Qualifications for Success
•Collaborate with others throughout Adams County government working on customer outreach and education as it relates to LEAP.
•Interpersonal skills that promote partnership and collaboration among agencies.
•Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, in both small and large group forums.
•Ability to effectively speak in public, including facilitating community meetings and gaining cooperation through discussion and persuasion.
•Bilingual in Spanish and English, or the ability to use a multitude of translation tools to communicate effectively and accurately with the public.
•Strong ability to work independently while meeting deadlines and maintaining a high quality of work.
•Perform a wide variety of administrative and coordination duties with little or minimal supervision.
•Extensive knowledge of weatherization and energy conservation efforts and community resources.
•Ability to effectively coordinate and plan with neighborhood groups and citizens, non-profit organizations, federal, state, and county departments, and municipalities.
•Willing and able to travel throughout the county and occasionally work evenings and weekends, as required.
•Gather and interpret complex data, prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports, and develop appropriate recommendations.
•Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, anticipate consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations.
•Use a variety of office computer programs and database systems.
•Operate a motor vehicle safely, including knowledge of safe driving principles and practices.
•Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
•Enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks or ambiguous conditions and is able to adapt quickly when facing new problems or obstacles.
•Adheres to the Adams County Mission, Vision, Norms and Values.
More Qualifications for Success
Experience:
?.At least two (2) years of experience in public assistance programs is preferred.
2.Working experience in LEAP is highly preferred but not required.
3.Experience as a CSCMII/III/Lead with consistently high case accuracy rate is preferred but not required.
4.At least two (2) years of extensive public contact experience that includes community services, human services, education, social work, or a similar field.5.Previous experience in performing community outreach activities for government or a non-profit agency is highly desirable.
Education and Training:
1.High School Diploma or GED equivalent
2.A Bachelor's Degree or greater with major course work in business administration, public administration, human services, community development, social work, behavioral science, or another related field, is strongly preferred.
License or Certificate:
1.Must possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Colorado Driver's license.
2.Background Check: Must pass a criminal background check and motor vehicle background.
Adams County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees that goes above and beyond what is offered at most organizations.
Clickhere (https://youtu.be/ILAvllPaGb4) to watch our video about why Adams County is an Employer of Choice!
Benefits You Expect:
AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance
Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance
Deferred Compensation Plan
Dental/Vision/Medical Plans
Generous Vacation/Sick leave
Long-Term Disability
Short-Term Disability
Plus some you might not expect:
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Fitness Center
Employee Health Clinics
Flexible Work Schedules
Recreation Center Discounts
Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs
Wellness programs
Lactation friendly certified workplace
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Please be aware that your cover letter and resume will not be accessed in the initial screening process, so you must complete your application and supplemental questions with as much detail as possible. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your cover letter and resume will then be accessible to the hiring team. Information provided on the application is used to determine if a candidate meets minimum qualifications. Only information provided at the time of the application being completed will be considered and additional information that is not listed on the application will not be considered when deciding if a candidate meets or does not meet the qualifications. Applicants are STRONGLY encouraged to include all information and details on their application. I understand and agree that only information provided at the time of my application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum requirements for this position.
Yes, I understand and agree
Yes, I understand but disagree.
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Do you possess at least two (2) years of extensive public contact experience that includes community services, human services, education, social work, or a similar field?
Yes
No
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Please select your highest level of education.
Master's Degree or higher
Bachelor's Degree
Associate's Degree
High School Diploma, or GED equivalent
None of the above
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Do you possess or have the ability to obtain, a valid Colorado Driver's license within 30 days of hire?
Yes
No
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Do you understand and acknowledge that this position is a Project-Designated position, which is expected to last until December 31st, 2026, but may end sooner based on available funding?
Yes
No
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Why do you want this community outreach position?
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What community outreach experience do you have? What LEAP experience do you have?
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Describe your comfort level with working off-site at various locations that may change on a day-to-day basis.
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Please thoroughly explain your experience working with vulnerable communities and how you succeeded in assisting those communities.
Required Question
Agency
Adams County
Address
4430 S. Adams County Parkway, Suite C4000BBrighton, Colorado, 80601-8213
Website
http://www.adcogov.org/current-career-opportunities
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