Community Engagement Coordinator (Part-Time) at Harris County

Position DescriptionAbout Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service:As the largest comprehensive agriculture program nationally Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5000 employees and a presence in every county across the state Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives environments and the Texas economy through education research extension and service.MISSIONOur mission as a member of the states land-grant system is to enrich Texas with comprehensive agricultural and life sciences knowledge and services to restore connections among people agriculture food science and the economy.VISIONOur vision is to lead by providing influential innovative and science-based solutions that position Texas as a national model in connecting agriculture and healthy lives.Community Engagement Coordinator Overview:This role serves as a dedicated coordinator to support the For Us Tree grant in Harris County by assisting with project planning and administration coordination of activities reporting outreach and education data collection capturing feedback from community events supporting equitable community engagement and providing youth with technical expertise to serve as advocates in their community.The chosen candidate will:Create awareness of project intentions goals and planned activities through information sessions for community residents.Create understanding of the impact of tree canopy dead trees and invasive species in the area with respect to climate and community resilience with disasters (flooding hurricanes etc.).Develop updated materials related to tree health and increase awareness of green careers affiliated with urban and community forestry within the youth residents.Working with grant partners to reach the deliverables and scope of work of the grant.Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer you need special services or accommodations please call or email.This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and even when considered may not automatically disqualify the candidate.RequirementsEducationHigh School Diploma or GED equivalencyExperienceExperience working with youthExperience working with volunteersExperience with public speakingNOTE: Qualifying education experience knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentationbutONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resumewill not be accepted for qualifications.PreferencesBachelors Degree in Education or HorticultureExperience working within grant parametersGeneral InformationPosition Type and Work Hours:This position is grant-funded and is scheduled to end in April 2029.The position is part-time (15 hours per week max)Salary and Budget:Hourly salary $25.00Annual travel budget of $5000Annual supplies budget of $5000Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Bidding,Apps,Benefits,Corporate Recruitment,Android Development Employment Type : Part-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1