Community Relations Rep

Chicago Public Schools; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools is seeking a Community Relations Representative I to serve as a liaison between the school, the community, parents, and students. The role aims to improve school relations, attendance, and student performance related to truancy and community issues.

The position involves building partnerships with local organizations, identifying community resources, and supporting outreach programs under the supervision of the school principal.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or 2-year college coursework required.
• Good knowledge of community organizations and social service agencies in the school community.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with community organizations and agencies.
• Strong interpersonal and written/spoken communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support schools and community relations; identify resources and services.
• Work with students and families to address truancy and related issues.
• Develop a network of community organizations and sponsors for services in the service area.
• Assist in preparing periodic activity reports for supervisory staff.
• Meet with community groups to obtain information and share resources for students and families.
• Provide public speaking and communication support to organize outreach programs.

Education

Associate’s degree or 2-year college coursework

Job description

Community Relations Representative I

Under supervision of the school principal, the Community Relations Representative acts as a liaison between the school, community, parents, and students to improve school and community relations, student attendance, and student performance related to drug abuse or other required issues.

Essential Functions

• Provide support to schools and community relations; identify existing resources and services.
• Work with students and families of students with truancy problems to identify causes and develop interventions.
• Develop a resource network of community organizations, students, parents, and guardians to provide services and sponsorship to communities not directly served by the Chicago Public Schools.
• Assist in compiling periodic activity reports for submission to supervisory staff.
• Meet with community organizations to obtain information and leverage resources available for distribution to students and their families.
• Provide public speaking, presenting, and communication skills as needed to organize community outreach programs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited educational institution with an associate’s degree or 2‑year college–level coursework, or the equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Good knowledge of various community organization and social service agencies that serve the community in which the school is located.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with various community organizations and social service agencies that serve the community where the school is located.
• Good interpersonal and human relations skills; effective oral and written communication skills.
• Physical requirements: Light work, exercising up to 20 pounds of force commonly, up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and a noticeable amount of force when required to move various objects or when walking or running quickly onto a specific degree.

Health & Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice

CPS is committed to providing comprehensive health coverage to employees and their eligible dependents. The following options are available:

• Medical Plan Options
• Pharmacy
• Vision
• Behavioral Health & EAP
• Employee Wellness Program

Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow

CPS offers the following retirement and savings options:

• Basic Life Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Pension Plans
• Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Spot Pet Insurance

Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life

CPS values the well‑being of its employees and offers competitive paid time‑off policies.