COMMUNITY OUTREACH AND ENGAGEMENT ASSOCIATE

Max 5 yrs required

Full-time

No

Northeast New Jersey Legal Services (NNJLS) is looking for a Community Outreach and Engagement Associate to join their team. The Associate will work closely with the Community Outreach and Engagement Manager to ensure the implementation of effective outreach strategies; cultivate strategic partnerships with community-based service providers and other organizations; and coordinate community legal education programs.

The successful applicant will have excellent and versatile communication skills; the ability to work collaboratively; and strong organizational skills. Applicants should have a good understanding of and/or be willing to learn about the role of civil legal aid in addressing issues of poverty and social justice. Computer proficiency is required. Flexibility and ability to work occasional evenings and weekends are essential.

NNJLS offers an attractive salary and fringe benefits package. Starting salary for this position is $56,000 commensurate with experience.

## Job Description

**Community Outreach and Engagement Associate**

Northeast New Jersey Legal Services (NNJLS) is looking for a Community Outreach and Engagement Associate to join their team. The Associate will work closely with the Community Outreach and Engagement Manager to ensure the implementation of effective outreach strategies; cultivate strategic partnerships with community-based service providers and other organizations; and coordinate community legal education programs.

The successful applicant will have excellent and versatile communication skills; the ability to work collaboratively; and strong organizational skills. Applicants should have a good understanding of and/or be willing to learn about the role of civil legal aid in addressing issues of poverty and social justice. Computer proficiency is required. Flexibility and ability to work occasional evenings and weekends are essential.

NNJLS offers an attractive salary and fringe benefits package. Starting salary for this position is $56,000 commensurate with experience.

## Responsibilities

The Community Outreach and Engagement Associate will help build and maintain strategic partnerships and collaborations with community-based organizations. The responsibilities of this role include:

* Supporting community engagement projects and NNJLS’ efforts to identify persistent and emerging disaster-related civil legal issues in low-income and underserved communities that can be addressed through legal representation and advocacy.
* Attending community-based events throughout Bergen, Hudson and Passaic counties to cultivate and strengthen relationships with social service providers and community-based organizations.
* Assisting in the development of compelling presentations, outreach materials, and community education workshops specifically tailored to the legal needs of individuals impacted by disasters.
* Identifying local offices of emergency management, disaster response agencies, and other community-based organizations that are commonly involved in disaster response efforts.
* Coordinating and scheduling outreach activities, legal education presentations and know-your-rights workshops, for community members and service providers.
* Delivering presentations about our services to diverse audiences, including how to identify a legal issue that may be appropriate for referral to NNJLS.
* Fielding requests for information and NNJLS involvement in community events and evaluating appropriate level of engagement based on priorities and resources.
* Using and supporting use of technology to compile, analyze, and share quantitative and qualitative data regarding community engagement activities and its impact.
* Other related activities identified by the Program.

## Qualifications

The successful applicant must have the following qualifications:

* A college degree with experience working with coalitions and/or community groups.
* Excellent and versatile communication skills.
* Ability to work collaboratively.
* Strong organizational skills.
* Good understanding of and/or be willing to learn about the role of civil legal aid in addressing issues of poverty and social justice.
* Computer proficiency.
* Flexibility and ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.

Preferred qualifications include:

* Familiarity with and/or working with legal services, public interest programs, and non-profit organizations.
* Bilingual skills.

## Location

The position is based in the Paterson office. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license, own or have regular access to a vehicle, and be willing to travel throughout Bergen, Hudson and Passaic Counties on a regular basis.

## Salary

NNJLS provides an attractive salary and fringe benefits package. Starting salary for this position is $56,000 commensurate with experience.

## How to Apply

To apply, submit a resume and cover letter describing your interest in the position and salary requirements to: Human Resources Manager at with the subject “Community Outreach and Engagement Associate.”

Northeast New Jersey Legal Services (NNJLS) is seeking a Community Outreach and Engagement Associate to join their team. The Associate will work closely with the Community Outreach and Engagement Manager to ensure the implementation of effective outreach strategies; cultivate strategic partnerships with community-based service providers and other organizations; and coordinate community legal education programs.

The successful applicant will have excellent and versatile communication skills; the ability to work collaboratively; and strong organizational skills. Applicants should have a good understanding of and/or be willing to learn about the role of civil legal aid in addressing issues of poverty and social justice. Computer proficiency is required. Flexibility and ability to work occasional evenings and weekends are essential.

## Job Overview

NNJLS offers an attractive salary

Attractive salary and fringe benefits package

Communication, Collaboration, Presentation, Outreach, Organization

College Degree

Submit resume and cover letter to

Qualification and Experience College Degree

Legal