Community Liaison

Dickinson ISD; Texas City (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Dickinson ISD's Gator Wellness Center seeks a part-time Community Liaison to build strong ties between the district, families, and the community. You will work with students, parents, staff, and community groups to improve communication, increase family involvement, and connect families with available resources that support student success.

The role emphasizes outreach, events, and collaboration with counselors and administrators to promote district programs while maintaining confidentiality and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework or degree preferred.
• Experience working with families, students, or community organizations.
• Knowledge of school systems and family engagement practices.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a link between schools, families, and community organizations.
• Support family engagement initiatives and school events.
• Assist families in accessing resources and supports.
• Promote programs, services, and activities within the community.
• Conduct outreach through calls, home visits, and events.
• Identify and communicate needs to school administrators.
• Support attendance, enrollment, and engagement efforts.
• Collaborate with counselors and administrators.
• Maintain records of outreach.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Relationship building

Cultural sensitivity

Time management

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Position: Community Liaison (Part-Time)

Department: Gator Wellness Center

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Immediate Supervisor: Director of Mental Health & Elementary Counseling

Pay Grade: Per Compensation Manual

Days Employed: 110, Part-time Per Compensation Manual

POSITION SUMMARY:

• Support strong partnerships between the school district, families, and the community
• Work closely with students, parents/guardians, school staff, and community organizations to improve communication, increase family involvement, and connect families to resources that support student success

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework or degree

Experience:

• Experience working with families, students, or community organizations
• Experience in education, social services, youth programs, or nonprofit work
• Familiarity with the local community and resources

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of school systems, family engagement practices, or community resources
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with diverse cultural and socioeconomic populations
• Basic computer skills (email, data entry, Microsoft Office or Google)
• Relationship-building and trust development
• Cultural sensitivity and confidentiality
• Organization and time management
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution
• Professional, approachable, and dependable

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as a link between schools, families, and community organizations
• Support family engagement initiatives and school events
• Assist families in accessing resources and supports
• Promote school and district programs, services, and activities within the community
• Conduct outreach to families through phone calls, home visits, and community events
• Identify and communicate family and community needs to school administrators and district staff
• Support student attendance, enrollment, and engagement efforts
• Collaborate with counselors and administrators to support students and families
• Maintain records of outreach

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment:

• Standard office and instructional equipment; adaptive equipment as needed

Physical Demands:

• Frequent walking, standing, kneeling, stooping, lifting light to heavy objects (up to 45 lbs)

Environmental Conditions:

• Indoor and outdoor work; possible exposure to weather, noise, and biological hazards
• Work performed in school buildings and community settings

Mental Demands:

• High emotional resilience; ability to manage frequent interruptions and sensitive situations
• Occasional irregular hours and district-wide travel
• Flexible schedule to accommodate family availability

Professional Dress:

• Dress must be clean, neat, and appropriate for the role. No visible body piercings other than earrings.

EVALUATION:

• Performance will be evaluated annually through self-evaluation, Director review