Community Outreach Assistant II (Santa Cruz County, AZ) (Part-Time)

The Community Outreach Assistant II contributes to the successful delivery of family support and community engagement programs offered through Family Resource Centers (FRC). This position coordinates and facilitates educational programming, parent-child activities, developmental screenings, and community outreach initiatives designed to strengthen families and promote child and family well-being.

Responsibilities include participant engagement, program implementation, recordkeeping, outreach support, and connecting families with community resources and services. The position collaborates with families, community partners, and program staff to create an inclusive and supportive environment that encourages participation, increases access to resources, and supports positive outcomes for children, parents, and caregivers.

This position will be located in Santa Cruz County, but will work primarily in Cochise County and Sierra Vista, and requires traveling to different FRC sites to staff the Centers and deliver community education classes.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Program Delivery and Participant
Engagement:

• Coordinate classroom preparation,
  program delivery, and post-session activities for family and community-based
  educational programs.
• Facilitate educational sessions in
  accordance with established curricula, program standards, and organizational
  guidelines.
• Promote participant engagement by
  providing guidance, resources, and constructive feedback that supports learning
  and skill development.
• Maintain ongoing communication
  with participants regarding attendance, program expectations, and available
  support services.

Program Documentation and
Administrative Support:

• Maintain accurate participant
  records, attendance documentation, assessments, and program-related data.
• Assist with the collection and
  organization of information used for program evaluation and reporting
  requirements.
• Prepare and submit required
  documentation, forms, travel records, and purchasing requests in a timely
  manner.

Training and Professional
Development:

• Participate in required training,
  meetings, and professional development activities to maintain program knowledge
  and effectiveness.
• Apply best practices and learned
  techniques to support quality program delivery and participant success.
• Maintain required certifications
  and professional development hours, as applicable.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
(KSAs):

• Knowledge of principles and
  practices related to community outreach, family engagement, educational
  programming, and customer service.
• Skill in communicating effectively
  with individuals from different backgrounds in both individual and group
  settings.
• Ability to establish and maintain
  positive working relationships with participants, community partners, and
  internal stakeholders.
• Ability to organize, maintain, and
  accurately document program records, participant information, and
  administrative activities.
• Skill in coordinating multiple
  assignments, prioritizing responsibilities, and supporting program activities
  in a dynamic environment.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
• Three (3) years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Must have a valid driver's license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.

• Experience supporting community-based programs, educational initiatives, or family services.
• Demonstrated experience facilitating group activities, workshops, trainings, or educational presentations.
• Experience working with different populations and connecting individuals or families to community resources and services.
• Experience with data entry, recordkeeping, and maintaining program documentation in accordance with established procedures.