Posting number: 25-E-06
Department: Deputy Chief - Policy
Division: Communications & Engagement
Job classification: Community Outreach Liaison
Posting type: Open
Categories: Community Services, Communications
The Community Outreach Liaison shall be responsible for creating an outreach strategy to cover various geographic areas within the state, building relationships with community leaders and elected officials, religious and social service organizations, to educate members of the community and increase access to the resources and services provided by the OAG. They shall create avenues for discussion of office programs and policies and gather information regarding attitudes and concerns of the community. Additionally, they shall respond to requests from constituents for information and/or services.
The Community Outreach Liaison shall promote the resources and services of the office by arranging and participating in public speaking programs for organizations and community groups and also participating in community-sponsored events as representatives of the Office. Attendance or co-sponsoring of conferences or events when appropriate may be required, as well as staffing booths at fairs and exhibits. A database of community contacts shall be developed and maintained for future programs and events.
The Community Outreach Liaison shall listen to the concerns of the community and use information gathered to help shape policy.
A bachelor's degree and 3-5 years’ experience in public relations, marketing or education is required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The Community Outreach Liaison should possess strong verbal and written communication skills, public speaking experience, problem-solving ability and exceptional judgment.
The ability to work independently and as part of a team is essential to this position. A Community Outreach Liaison must be computer literate, adept at participating and presenting on web-based meeting platforms, and experience in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint is preferred. A professional appearance is required at all times. This position requires the candidate to be available evenings and weekends and requires frequent travel throughout the state. A Community Outreach Liaison must have a valid driver license and proof of insurance. Attendance and the ability to maintain satisfactory working relationships with other employees and the general public are essential functions of this position.
The Attorney General is the chief legal officer of the State of Illinois, representing all state officials and agencies and enforcing laws on behalf of the people of Illinois. The Office of the Attorney General also serves as the state’s largest public interest law firm, committed to protecting and advancing the interests of the people of Illinois through leadership, advocacy and legal representation.
More than 450 Assistant Attorneys General and over 300 employees serve in the Office of the Attorney General in offices in Chicago, Springfield and Carbondale as well as regional offices in Rockford, Quincy, Champaign-Urbana and Belleville.
If you’re interested in advocating for the people of Illinois and pursuing some of the most important issues affecting our communities, please visit the our website for a list of current career opportunities and overview of the Office’s Divisions and duties: http://illinoisattorneygeneral.gov/about/jobs/agency_profile.pdf.
