Public Outreach & Mediation Specialist

Lubbock County; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Lubbock County in Texas seeks a dedicated outreach and program development specialist to expand ADR services in partnership with USDA-funded groups. You will create and maintain a contact database, plan presentations, and build collaborations with communities and stakeholders.

The role requires excellent written and verbal communication, ability to work with the public, and willingness to travel up to 50%. A college degree or equivalent experience and mediator training are preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires strong communication and presentation skills.
• Must be able to interact with the public and organizations.
• Lifts and travels as needed for outreach and meetings.

Responsibilities

• Develop outreach materials and presentations.
• Coordinate meetings and trainings with groups and stakeholders.
• Maintain contact database and track interactions.
• Travel up to 50% to attend events and meetings statewide.
• Monitor agricultural and rural Texas environment through various media.
• Assist with USDA mediator training and outreach efforts.
• Prepare summaries and reports for supervision.

Skills

Public speaking

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

College degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lubbock County in Texas seeks a dedicated outreach and program development specialist to expand ADR services in partnership with USDA-funded groups. You will create and maintain a contact database, plan presentations, and build collaborations with communities and stakeholders.

The role requires excellent written and verbal communication, ability to work with the public, and willingness to travel up to 50%. A college degree or equivalent experience and mediator training are preferred.