community manager Richmond, VA
Job description
Title: Community Outreach Coordinator
Hiring Range: 53,351 - 71,242
Pay Band: 5
Agency: Dept of Historic Resources
Location: Dept Historic Resources - Rich
Agency Website: www.dhr.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The Department of Historic Resources (DHR) is seeking an experienced, full-time Community Outreach Coordinator (COC) to cultivate and maintain productive, positive relationships with African American and communities of color with the goal of identifying, evaluating, and protecting historic resources associated with these constituencies. The position offers a career opportunity for a self-motivated individual to design a program to increase outreach, engagement and recordation of historic sites associated with these targeted and underserved communities. This initiative will require the development of an internship program, a targeted survey grants program and other strategies to enhancement site information in VCRIS. Located within the Community Services Division, this position will work under supervision of the Community Services Division Director and in collaboration with Division Directors. Duties: The COC will seek to support the preservation goals of African American and other communities of color by cultivating relationships, partnerships and educational opportunities through listening and consultation. The COC will promote the identification, evaluation and protection of the historic resources associated with these communities; guide the development of priorities and an increased understanding of preservation programs and methodology; coordinate the delivery of agency services and increase the visibility of DHR within these underserved communities. The COC will make recommendations to the Director, Division Directors and the agency’s two boards regarding how to effectively interface with, and support, the preservation goals of these constituencies; collaborate with all agency divisions to deliver programs and services to African American and communities of color; develop and implement education and outreach programs in a variety of media to enhance the agency’s knowledge of resources associated with history of these communities; increase participation of these constituencies in the preservation of historic properties; build alliances with various organizations and groups and partner on joint initiatives and projects; make presentations and participate on committees; manage, mentor and inspire staff, interns and volunteers; and achieve the goals of the agency. A key component of this position will be to develop and manage a preservation internship program with the goal of increasing awareness of the profession and expanding the identification and recordation of resources associated with African American and communities of color. The COC will serve as a resource regarding grant funding opportunities and manage an annual state-funded grant program focused on adding sites to VCRIS. Additional duties may be assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Comprehensive knowledge of the history and/ or architectural history of Virginia and/or the Mid-Atlantic Region; working knowledge of state and federal preservation regulations and guidelines required. Demonstrated experience in community outreach and working with diverse audiences; firm comprehension of general historic preservation concepts and programs and the ability to relate cultural resource management to the agency’s larger historic preservation mission; ability to build and cultivate partnerships and collaborations with diverse group of stakeholders, including property owners, local governments, nonprofits, state and federal agencies. Strong organizational planning, problem-solving, and collaboration skills are a must. Excellent time management skills and proven ability to meet deadlines. Strong written and oral communication skills and experience and proficiency in creating and giving presentations. Ability to work effectively with other organizations and diverse audiences. Proficiency utilizing Microsoft Office Suite and databases.
Preferred Qualifications:
Progressive professional experience managing preservation core program areas (survey, register, grants management, etc.) and supervising professional staff strongly desired.
Special Instructions:
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Applicants must meet the Secretary of Interior’s Professional Qualifications Standards in History, Architecture, Architectural History or Archaeology through an advanced degree in archaeology, anthropology, history, architecture, architectural history or a closely- related major.
The selected candidate will be required to complete a criminal background check as a condition of employment and file a State and Local Statement of Economic Interests as a condition of employment. A valid driver license is required.
Teleworking may be possible; approval is at the discretion of the supervisor.
The Department of Historic Resources (DHR) will ONLY accept online applications for employment opportunities with DHR. To be considered, please submit a state employment application online. A hiring committee will review all applications received and select candidates who most closely meet the established criteria for interviews.
Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information received. You may be required to respond to position specific questions at the end of this application.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the time of submission. DHR does not sponsor applicants for work visas.
EOE
DHR is an equal opportunity employer who values diversity in the workforce. Women, Minorities, Veterans and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants are afforded equal opportunities without regard for race, sex, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, political affiliation or disability. Requests for reasonable accommodations will be provided to applicants in order to provide access to the application and/or interview process, please contact Human Resources at 804-482-6447.
As a certified V3 organization, Virginia Department of Historic Resources honors the Commonwealth’s veterans hiring preference. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service Alumni are also encouraged to apply.
Contact Information:
Name: Human Resources
Phone: 804 482 6447
Email: [email protected]
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.
