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Community Engagement Liaison, Kansas City, MO

Community Engagement Liaison 

$10.00-$20.00/hour Open until filled


Job Description
Job Title:
Community Engagement Liaison (Limited Term Contract)
Job ID:
505808
City of KCMO
Full/Part Time:
Full-Time




Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule
Limited Term Contract position available with the Health Department, Aim4Peace Division located at 2400 Troost.
Salary Range: $10.00-$20.00/hour
Normal Work Days/Hours: Varies; non-traditional afternoon, evening and weekend hours
Application Deadline Date: Open Until Filled
Responsibilities
Responsible for growing, implementing, and tracking A4P’s efforts to develop the skills, consciousness, and involvement of grassroots neighborhood leaders. Plays a key role in planning and implementing policy campaign activities to exercise grassroots power and developing a sustained and democratic organization. Serves as a liaison between internal programs, neighborhood leadership, and community partners. 
Qualifications
REQUIRES High school graduation or at least 3 years’ experience in community organizing or public affairs.  Must pass a pre-employment drug screen as prescribed by the City. Preference given to candidates with experience in grassroots leadership development programs, including curricula development, training, and tracking systems.
Other Information
URGENT!!!  CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION
QUESTIONS REGARDING AVIATION POSITIONS SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO THE AVIATION DEPARTMENT AT 816-243-3010.
POSITIONS POSTED FOR THE WATER DEPARTMENT ARE FOR THE WATER DEPARTMENT ONLY. QUESTIONS REGARDING THESE POSITIONS SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO 816-513-0253. IF YOU SEE THE SAME POSITION TITLE POSTED FOR A DIFFERENT DEPARTMENT, YOU MUST SUBMIT A SEPARATE APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED BY THE OTHER CITY DEPARTMENT.
The evaluation of applications is based only on the information submitted by the application deadline. Therefore, in order to have your application properly considered, you should include all relevant dates, i.e., attendance at educational institutions, date degree(s) conferred, etc. Further, you should provide detailed description of relevant work experience/dates, including months/years of employment. Failure to submit a completed application may eliminate you from the selection process. Resumes may be filed to determine eligibility, but an official City application must be completed prior to appointment.

For positions requiring college education as part of the minimum requirement and/or an equivalency, the minimum education requirement is high school graduation. The requirement of  "high school graduation" also includes the state-issued GED certificate.

For positions that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional, responsible experience must be obtained AFTER receipt of the accredited degree.

Unless otherwise stated, the requirement of  "an accredited" degree includes only those degrees obtained from colleges or universities listed with the U. S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

If claiming military veterans preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or other qualifying documents prior to the application deadline.

Applications submitted in person or by USPS mail must be received by the published Application Deadline, 5:00P.M., C.T. Applications submitted by FAX or online must be received by the published Application Deadline, midnight, C.T.

All positions require successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check. Non-residents, if appointed, must establish residency within the city limits of Kansas City, MO within nine months.

The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. EOE.

POLICY OF NON DISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY
The City of KCMO does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs or activities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation should contact the Human Resources Department, Recruitment & Selections Division at (816) 513-1945.
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