Community Engagement/Outreach Coordinator

Community Solutions; Fontana (CA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two weeks vacation

Sick time

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Community Solutions Inc. in Fontana, CA is seeking a full-time Outreach Coordinator to build and sustain relationships with community officials and partner organizations.

You will represent CSI at public engagements, understand programs, and ensure outreach activities align with policy and funding requirements. The role demands strong communication, project coordination, and the ability to work independently or with a team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a social science or related field required.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills are essential.
• Demonstrated sound judgment and strong decision‑making abilities.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and project coordination capabilities.
• Proven ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team; demonstrates leadership by example.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, including Outlook, Word, and Excel, as well as virtual meeting platforms such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and GoToMeeting.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, establish, and sustain strong relationships with community officials at all levels to enhance collaboration and support for agency initiatives.
• Serve as a professional representative of CSI and its funders by maintaining a polished business appearance and demeanor at all public and community engagements.
• Acquire and maintain a thorough understanding of the agency’s programs, policies, and procedures to ensure accurate representation and compliance in all outreach activities.
• Cultivate and strengthen long-term partnerships with community-based organizations to support mutual goals and expand the agency’s presence within the community.
• Coordinate, lead, and actively participate in public relations activities, including speaking engagements, community events, council meetings, and public forums.
• Identify, plan, and implement community service projects that align with agency objectives and address local needs.
• Accurately document and report on community outreach activities, including event participation and outcomes, to share with internal leadership and funders.
• Maintain regular communication and collaboration with the QA Subcontractor Coordinator and Program Director III to align outreach efforts with program goals.
• Provide support and coverage for team functions as needed and perform additional duties as assigned to ensure the success of outreach initiatives.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Communication

Public speaking

Organization

Project coordination

Leadership

Microsoft Office 365

Zoom/Teams/GoToMeeting

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a social science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

GoToMeeting

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: CA MAP - West Valley - Fontana, CA 92335

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: Bachelors Degree

Salary Range: $26.45 - $26.45 Hourly

Travel Percentage: License Required

Job Shift: First Shift

Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

Essential Functions:

• Develop, establish, and sustain strong relationships with community officials at all levels to enhance collaboration and support for agency initiatives.
• Serve as a professional representative of CSI and its funders by maintaining a polished business appearance and demeanor at all public and community engagements.
• Acquire and maintain a thorough understanding of the agency’s programs, policies, and procedures to ensure accurate representation and compliance in all outreach activities.
• Cultivate and strengthen long-term partnerships with community-based organizations to support mutual goals and expand the agency’s presence within the community.
• Coordinate, lead, and actively participate in public relations activities, including speaking engagements, community events, council meetings, and public forums.
• Identify, plan, and implement community service projects that align with agency objectives and address local needs.
• Accurately document and report on community outreach activities, including event participation and outcomes, to share with internal leadership and funders.
• Maintain regular communication and collaboration with the QA Subcontractor Coordinator and Program Director III to align outreach efforts with program goals.
• Provide support and coverage for team functions as needed and perform additional duties as assigned to ensure the success of outreach initiatives.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Schedule

Monday-Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm (This schedule is subject to change based on needs of the program)

Hourly Rate

$26.45 per hour

Company Overview

Community Solutions Inc. (CSI) is a nonprofit organization that promotes the responsible citizenship, accountability, and well-being of individuals and families involved, or at risk of involvement, in the child welfare, juvenile justice, or criminal justice system. Since CSIs founding in 1962, it has been a pioneer in the community-based service. We have been delivering supervision, treatment, and comprehensive individualized services to help clients interact more effectively in their communities and become productive citizens. Using this plan, we built the first ever halfway house in New England which has now been replicated and grown to almost 50 programs in 9 states. For over 50 years, CSI has been building upon its successful foundations and has been expanding its services to serve thousands of adults, youth, and families each year.

CSI understands clients and staff have been impacted by trauma. CSI is becoming a trauma-informed organization by hiring individuals with existing experience in trauma-informed practices as well as supporting ongoing staff development with trauma-informed practices. This will include learning to recognize symptoms of trauma and how to respond, through training starting at orientation and throughout their career at CSI. CSI is committed to systematically evaluating the integration of the trauma-informed values of safety, trustworthiness, choice, collaboration, and empowerment at all levels of the organization's policies, procedures, and structures to guard against the possibility of re-traumatization. To learn more about Community Solutions, visit our website at: www.csi-online.org.

Qualifications Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a social science or related field required.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills are essential.
• Demonstrated sound judgment and strong decision-making abilities.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and project coordination capabilities.
• Proven ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team; demonstrates leadership by example.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, including Outlook, Word, and Excel, as well as virtual meeting platforms such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and GoToMeeting.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.

Benefits:

• Two (2) weeks’ vacation accrued within the first year, bumped to three (3) weeks accrual after 1 year of service.
• Sick time (7 days accrual basis), floating holiday time (4 days/year).
• Medical and Dental plans.
• Voluntary plan options for: Vision, FSA, voluntary STD, Accident, Hospital, Life insurance and AD&D.
• 401(k) Retirement savings plan with automatic enrollment and a company match of 100% up to 4% of your contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement after 1 year service.
• Ongoing training.

CSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Disability/Vet. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.