Community Engagement Liaison

To be considered for this role, please put your application in at the link below:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/washington/wsp/jobs/4982366/community-engagement-liaison?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Applications will close for review on 7/3 at 11:59 PM

If you answer YES to any of these questions this is the perfect opportunity for you!

• Are you a people person with an interest in working with law enforcement? 
• Do you thrive in a team environment?
• Do you want a position with a statewide impact?

About the Agency & Division:
The Washington State Patrol is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to foster an environment in which everyone is encouraged to be their authentic selves, communicate openly, and act with courage. The WSP is dedicated to promoting fair and equitable hiring, training, and promotional practices through innovative recruitment and retention strategies.
 

The Office of Culture and Engagement (OCE) provides a variety of services to the agency, supervisors, managers, and approximately 2200 agency employees. The Office supports and enhances the agency's vision to be the best public safety agency in the United States by offering consultation services and promoting a positive organizational culture. The Office also focuses on building long-term relationships of trust with communities across the state. The Community Engagement Liaison will be located in the Office of Culture and Engagement.

Duties

The objective of this position is to establish and maintain strong connections with local communities by listening to their concerns, increasing public awareness of agency procedures, contributing to crime prevention strategies, and supporting recruitment efforts in the assigned district.

Our new teammate will be able to:

• Initiate and sustain relationships within communities across their assigned district.
• Organize and prioritize objectives and unit work to manage multiple tasks and/or projects independently.
• Provide informed recommendations to supervisors and district leadership on community engagement priorities and improvement opportunities.
• Identify local issues and assist in developing responsive strategies in coordination with WSP leaders and their Unit Supervisor.
• Prepare monthly status reports for leadership.
• Participate in community events and meetings to build relationships and follow up with relevant stakeholders.
• Plan, manage, execute, and evaluate community engagement activities in alignment with the district’s strategic plan.
• Lead initiatives that promote broad community participation in outreach events.
• Support the development and refinement of procedures and activities for the Community Engagement Unit.
• Conduct focus groups and/or surveys to gather community feedback.
• Analyze data to assess program needs and draft action plans to address them.
• Track outreach and engagement efforts using designated tools.
• Act as a liaison between district personnel and the public.
• Represent WSP at community meetings and events.
• Identify outreach opportunities and support ongoing public engagement efforts.
• Recognize and communicate the unique needs and preferences of the populations served.
   

Telework
This is not a full-time telework position. The incumbent may be eligible to telework up to two days per week following the initial six-month training period.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: 

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must possess a valid, unrestricted Washington State Driver's License or be able to obtain one within 30 days of employment.
• Must be willing and able to travel statewide in an agency-provided vehicle.
• Must have at least 1 year of experience (volunteer or paid) in a role which includes community engagement, as well as planning, and coordination/consultation with a variety of public and private agencies/organizations/levels of government.
   

Why work for the Washington State Patrol?

• A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
• An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
• Continuous growth and development opportunities.
• Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work
• Employment opportunities that recognize military veterans and/or military spouses per Governor Executive Order 19-01
• Qualification for the Public Loan Forgiveness Program

Supplemental Information

Applicants claiming veterans preference must attach a copy of their DD214 (SSN must be blacked out). If you do not provide the required documentation, the veterans preference will not be awarded.