Community Outreach Specialist

**Job Announcement: Community Outreach Specialist**

Position: Community Outreach Specialist

Location: EPG Corporate Office

Employment Type: Full-time

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Salary: $58,000 - $61,250

Benefits: Health, Life, and Dental Insurance, Paid time off, and 401(k)

Employ Prince George's (EPG) is committed to empowering job seekers with the skills, training, and resources needed to succeed in high-demand industries. We collaborate with businesses, community organizations, and workforce partners to strengthen employment opportunities and support economic growth throughout Prince George's County.

Position at a Glance

We're seeking a dynamic and community-focused professional who enjoys building relationships and representing an organization with purpose. If you enjoy being out in the community, strengthening partnerships, and creating meaningful engagement, this role will be a great fit for you.

The Community Outreach Specialist serves as a front-facing ambassador for Employ Prince George's across Prince George's County and the DC Metro area. This position works closely with the Community Development team to expand awareness of EPG programs, services, and initiatives while supporting strategic outreach and engagement efforts.

Employ Prince George's is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents and supporting the growth of our community.

Scope of Responsibilities

• Lead community outreach, partnership development, and engagement efforts across local government, nonprofits, civic groups, and faith-based organizations.
• Support the development and execution of grassroots outreach plans aligned with EPG programs, workshops, initiatives, and events.
• Coordinate and staff events, job fairs, and community activities; represent EPG at community meetings, events and public engagements.
• Manage outreach materials, displays, and supplies to support effective community presence.
• Build and maintain a master calendar for external and internal outreach activities.
• Develop presentations, media packets, and other communication tools in collaboration with internal teams.
• Support volunteer engagement, sponsorship activities, and EPG's events.
• Track outreach activities, event participation, and engagement outcomes using internal systems and reporting tools.
• Assist with strengthening and maintaining the Prince George's County American Job Center Community Network.

Selection Criteria

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing or Public Relations, Communications, or a related field is preferred; a combination of relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills-comfortable presenting, connecting, and empowering job seekers.
• Experience in community engagement, human services, customer relations, marketing, or outreach-related roles.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of Prince George's County resources or workforce development systems is a plus.
• Social media savvy and working knowledge of Microsoft Office; Monday.com is helpful.
• Reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and the ability to lift and transport outreach materials as needed.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends to support community events when required.
• Bilingual skills are a plus.

Why Join Us

You'll help residents access the opportunities they deserve. You'll expand partnerships that fuel our mission. And you'll ensure our presence in the community is strong, visible, and impactful.

NOTE: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. However, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose undue hardships on the organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer