Community Liaison (Administrative Aide)

The Providence District Office seeks an experienced, and dynamic community liaison to lead engagement efforts and foster strong connections between the office and our diverse community. This position is wholly external-facing and will often be residents' first impression of the Office.

Working alongside the current team, this position supports Supervisor Dalia A. Palchik and helps deliver responsive public service for over 120,000 residents and small business owners. The ideal candidate is a creative, highly organized individual who excels in relationship-building, community engagement, event support, and public-facing communication. Multilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply, as the ability to communicate with diverse community members is an asset in this role.

This position is not envisioned as a desk-bound, in-office role, but rather one focused on meeting residents where they are-at community meetings, events, and gatherings throughout the district. Work hours may be flexible and non-traditional, and the office is open to full-time or part-time arrangements depending on the candidate and operational needs.

SALARY:
$70,000 to $75,000

LOCATION:
Jim Scott Community Center, 3001 Vaden Drive, Fairfax, VA 22031 and 7921 Jones Branch Drive

TO APPLY:
Please send your resume and a brief email introducing yourself and your availability to: Providence@fairfaxcounty.gov and include "Community Liaison" in the subject line.

• Support development and implementation of outreach strategies to engage residents, local organizations, and stakeholders throughout the Providence District;
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with community members, nonprofit organizations, county agencies, and internal staff;
• Serve as a primary point of contact for Homeowners Associations (HOAs) and Civic Associations, including maintaining regular communication, attending meetings and events, and building and maintaining accurate contact lists;
• Lead efforts to develop and implement a plan to utilize the Providence District's secondary office in Tysons as a community outreach and engagement resource, consistent with the goals of this position;
• Facilitate opportunities for the Supervisor to engage with and attend the events of community-based organizations.
• Serve as a secondary staff lead for event support, working in coordination with other staff to ensure successful execution of district events and initiatives;
• Represent the Supervisor at community events, meetings, and public forums as assigned;
• Assist in managing the office's social media presence, including creating compelling content and supporting an active online presence;
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
  

• Knowledge of community engagement best practices and public relations principles;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly in public-facing settings;
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust with diverse community members and organizations;
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment;
• Comfort working independently in the field while remaining coordinated with office staff;
• Proficiency in social media platforms and digital communication tools;
• Basic graphic design skills using Canva or similar programs;
• Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgment;
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to a bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, political science, public administration, or a related field; plus three years of experience in community engagement, outreach, event planning, public relations, or a related area.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Must possess, or be able to obtain, a valid Virginia driver's license.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check to the satisfaction of the employer. Due to the scope of the position, the appointee should expect to work evening and weekend hours

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Familiarity with local government and the Providence District community;
• Demonstrated ability to engage effectively with diverse populations and community groups;
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities independently;
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
• Multilingual proficiency preferred, especially in Spanish, Korean, Vietnamese, Arabic, Mandarin, or Farsi.

Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others.) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.