Community Outreach Liaison

Goodwill of Western NY; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Goodwill of Western New York is seeking a Community Outreach Liaison for the Goodskills Career Builder Initiative. This role focuses on bridging our mission with the community, meeting people where they are, and expanding access to Goodwill programs and services.

You will build partnerships, educate community members, assess client needs, and follow up with contacts to drive program participation. A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is required, with 3+ years in working with underserved

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Marketing, sales or recruitment background.
• 3+ years working with underserved populations.
• Valid NYS Driver's License and reliable transportation.
• Comfortable doing outreach in person, online, and via social media.
• Client-focused, culturally competent, high-energy, and empathetic.
• Bilingual skills a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build partnerships with community organizations, agencies, and faith-based groups.
• Educate community members about Goodwill programs and services.
• Meet with potential clients, assess needs, and determine program fit.
• Follow up consistently with contacts and prospective participants.
• Recommend and implement strategies to increase program recruitment and participation.

Skills

Community-minded

Strong communicator

Team player

Bilingual

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Description

Now Hiring: Community Outreach Liaison (Goodskills Career Builder Initiative)

Be the bridge between our mission and the community. If you love meeting people, building partnerships, and helping change lives, this role is for you!

What You'll Do

• Build partnerships with community organizations, agencies, and faith-based groups
• Educate community members about Goodwill programs and services
• Meet with potential clients, assess needs, and determine program fit
• Follow up consistently with contacts and prospective participants
• Recommend and implement strategies to increase program recruitment and participation

Who You Are

• Community-minded and socially aware
• A strong communicator who enjoys connecting with others
• A team player who’s energized by collaboration
• Someone who lives our values:
  Own It Dare to Excel Be Bold Be Extraordinary Win Together

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Marketing, sales or recruitment background
• 3+ years working with underserved populations
• Valid NYS Driver's License and reliable transportation
• Comfortable doing outreach in person, online, and via social media
• Client-focused, culturally competent, high-energy, and empathetic
• Bilingual skills a plus

Compensation

$40,000–$50,000/year based on experience
Competitive benefits and a career with purpose

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