Tejano Center for Community Concerns
Raul Yzaguirre School for Success
Outreach and Engagement Liaison Job Description
JOB TITLE: Outreach and Engagement Liaison
REPORTS TO: Director of Outreach & Engagement
WORK LOCATION: RYSS Academy at OST
STATUS: Full-Time/ Exempt
REVISION DATE: 03/27/2025
JOB OVERVIEW
The Outreach and Engagement Liaison will be part of the inaugural Strategy & External Affairs team that is charged with elevating the TCCC/RYSS brand, and building capacity and impact by identifying and securing resources, including but not limited to partnerships, volunteers, as well as public, private, and philanthropic funds. The Outreach and Engagement Liaison plays a critical role in the TCCC/RYSS school expansion plans.
The Outreach and Engagement Liaison is responsible for creating awareness of the TCCC/RYSS and driving enrollment for each new school, as well as implementing the organization's family and community engagement strategy to sustain enrollment.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Certification: - Associate's Degree in a related field or work experience with students and parents in school environment required; Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred
Experience:
- 5+ year experience in community engagement, including serving as an advocate for students and parents, as well as supervisory experience
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in nursing, or a related field, with a focus on infant care.
Special Knowledge/Skills: - Extensive knowledge of best practices in family and community engagement and community organizing
- Exemplary interpersonal skills for a wide variety of stakeholders from families to external partners, including elected officials.
- Skilled communicator with demonstrated track record of creating alignment around and implementing shared goals and solutions
- Ability to adapt to the dynamic needs of the organization/school and employees in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to multitask and prioritize multiple assignments at once
- Ability to travel to school and program locations to meet with staff and partners, as needed
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams), Google Drive, Canva, and Salesforce
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support the Director of Outreach & Engagement in implementing the process for coordinated family and community outreach for TCCC/RYSS' future growth and expansion
- Leverage current community relationships and identify new key stakeholders and influencers in the designated community to promote TCCC/RYSS school(s)
- Attend and table events, meetings, and functions within designated community
- Work closely with Marketing and Communications department to ensure necessary collateral is produced and readily available for outreach opportunities
- Collaborate with Marketing and Communications department on the development of brand identity, awareness and online reputation through the use of data and storytelling, as well as content management to drive interest for designated school(s)
- Follow-up with leads who are interested in RYSS school(s) and provide accurate and thoughtful information that will inspire enrollment
- Track annual and multi-year goals to engage families and community partners in school and program work and ensure that TCCC/RYSS plays a key role in the communities served
- Collaborate with school-based Family and Community Engagement (FACE) team (e.g., parent liaisons) who supports family communications, referrals to community-based programs, and promotion of family members as engaged decision-makers in their children's education; develop and implement innovative family and community engagement activities across TCC/RYSS.
- The Outreach and Engagement Liaison participates in Family and Community Engagement (FACE) meetings, and others as directed by the Director of Outreach & Engagement.
- Lead engaging and informative classes on baby care, covering topics such as feeding, diapering, bathing, sleep routines, and safety.
- Offer personalized guidance and support to new parents, addressing their concerns and questions.
- Create and update educational materials and lesson plans to ensure they are current and relevant.
- Work with healthcare professionals and other educators to provide a holistic approach to parenting education.
- Assess the progress of parents and provide feedback to help them improve their caregiving skills.
- Assume other responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Outreach & Engagement
Policies, Reports, and Law
- Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy.
- Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required.
- Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
MENTAL DEMANDS/ PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment
Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Frequent walking
Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds); Occasional heavy lifting (45 pounds and over); may be required to lift and transfer students to and from wheelchair or assist with positioning of students with disabilities
Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise; regular districtwide travel to student homes
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; may work prolonged or irregular hours
This job description describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
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