Community Relations Officer

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the purpose of this position is to plan and execute fulton county community outreach programs and events, to coordinate the participation of multiple departments, and to ensure compliance with fulton county policies, procedures and best practices. This classification is distinguished from community relations coordinator in that incumbents in this classification coordinates strategic planning and external representation for community engagements.

bachelor’s degree in public relations, public policy or a related field required; supplemented by three years of experience in community outreach, event coordination or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

specific license or certification required: must possess and maintain a valid georgia driver’s license.

must be able to demonstrate proficiency in performance of the essential functions and learn, comprehend, and apply all county or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary to function effectively in the position.

the examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience, accomplished by analysis of the application. Application must document that the applicant possesses the minimum knowledge, skills, education and experience as listed to be rated as qualified. If selected, an official, accredited college transcript is required, at time of employment, for all degrees/course work used to qualify for this position.

all applications must be completed in full before they are submitted. Please review all applications for accuracy and make all corrections before submittal because errors can result in not meeting the minimum qualifications. Additional information will not be accepted after applications are received by the department of human resources management.

the purpose of this position is to plan and execute fulton county community outreach programs and events, to coordinate the participation of multiple departments, and to ensure compliance with fulton county policies, procedures and best practices. This classification is distinguished from community relations coordinator in that incumbents in this classification coordinates strategic planning and external representation for community engagements.

the following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

plans and executes major internal and external programs, meetings and events to highlight fulton county policies and initiatives. Based on knowledge of best practices in community outreach, assess the needs of internal partners. Review and assess existing plans. Develop short-range and long-range goals for community outreach. Develop recommendations for special events and activities to achieve those goals. Develop and manage timelines and budgets for internal and external programs, meetings and events.

Develop and execute promotional campaigns. Serves as liaison for safety and americans with disabilities act accessibility of internal and external meetings, programs and events. Receives input and troubleshoots and resolves issues in collaboration with other partners.

serves as liaison for community event requests. Interprets established policies, guidelines and criteria and evaluates requests. Communicate with internal and external stakeholders. Assess needs for programs, meetings and events and develop plans including timelines, budgets, and logistics. Advise management on best practices in community outreach and event planning.

organize planning meetings with key partners to review plans.

establish and maintain relationships with vendors. Secure quotes for services and make recommendations for vendors to execute meetings, events, and programs. Interface with departmental management to provide…