Community Liaison

Queens District Attorney's Office; New York (NY); On-site; USD 69,975 - 85,525; Full time

Job summary

A governmental office in New York seeks a Community Liaison to engage with diverse communities. This role focuses on fostering trust and collaboration, representing the office at public events, and ensuring community awareness of resources. Key responsibilities include attending community meetings, networking with leaders, and assisting in program planning. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and excellent communication skills, ideally being bilingual. Salary offered is $77,750, with a flexible schedule required.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a professional office or community work.
• Ability to communicate with diverse audiences.
• Experience in the criminal justice field is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Attend community meetings and events.
• Prepare reports and activity logs.
• Serve as a liaison between the community and DA’s Office.
• Assist in planning community programs.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Bilingual abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Queens County District Attorney’s Office (QDA) is seeking a Community Liaison for its Community Engagement Unit, within its Community Partnerships Division (CPD). The Community Engagement Unit actively engages with communities to ensure that QDA is aware of issues as they arise throughout Queens County. This role is essential in fostering trust, transparency, and collaboration between the District Attorney’s Office and the diverse communities of Queens County. The Community Liaison will represent the office at public events, community meetings, and outreach initiatives, ensuring that residents are informed about the office’s work, resources, and services. Community Liaisons are assigned to specific geographic areas corresponding to community districts and precincts.

The Community Liaison will be responsible for a variety of duties including, but not limited to:

1. Attend Community Board, Precinct Council, and Civic Associations meetings and events
2. Prepare daily activity logs, in addition to weekly, quarterly, and annual reports (as requested)
3. Prepare meeting and event reports
4. Prepare District Attorney briefings
5. Network with and cultivate relationships with leaders and members of the community
6. Serve as a point of contact between the community and the DA’s Office, listening to concerns and relaying feedback to appropriate internal departments
7. Serve as a liaison to Queens clergy and religious leaders
8. Research community events and programs for the District Attorney’s participation
9. Monitor press reports for pertinent information
10. Distribute educational materials and resources related to public safety, victim services, and legal right
11. Assist in planning and executing community-based programs and initiatives
12. Track and report on community engagement activities and outcomes
13. Maintain and update Community Engagement Unit tracking sheets and calendars
14. Assist in departmental and divisional program and event planning, as needed
15. Assist the Community Partnerships Division, as needed
16. Attend community engagement events, meetings, programs etc. during evenings, weekends and holidays as needed

Preferred Education and Qualification Requirements:

A Bachelor’s degree is preferred. All candidates must have a high school diploma or its educational equivalent and at least one year of experience working in a professional office setting and/or working with the community and/or in the criminal justice field.

Candidates must have a working knowledge of computers; Microsoft Office software; and excellent oral and written communication skills.

Preference will be given to candidates that have the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences, as well as those that possess strong collaborative, problem-solving, time management, and organizational skills.

Strong preference will also be given to candidates who are bilingual.

Application Information:

Salary: $77,750

The selected candidate will be required to work a flexible schedule including 9am – 5 pm ;12 pm – 8 pm; or other alternatives including holidays and or weekend hours based on community events and/or CPD needs.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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