Veteran Outreach Education & Central Il Region Engagement Specialist

Overall: Veteran - Central Illinois Region - Education, Outreach, and Community Engagement Specialist is responsible for the implementation of initiatives focused on education, outreach, and community engagement to Service Members, Veterans, and their families (SMVF) and community-based, local, state and federal government (VA) service providers.

Community Engagement

• Implement community engagement plans (VSC and Partnership Models) and strategies to ensure involvement of the SVMF community, including but not limited to implementation of campaigns and community engagement strategies that advance IJF’s objectives.
• Identify, mobilize, and build relationships with key SMVF communities across the Central Illinois region with special attention and sensitivity to highly vulnerable, at risk, and marginalized populations.
• Develop and strengthen relationships with community, local government, and VA service providers within your designated region to grow IJF’s referral network.

Community Education and Outreach

• Contribute to the development and implementation of an outreach schedule throughout the Central Illinois Region.
• Attend and present at community events, such as stand downs, resource fairs, education, and training workshops.
• Assist with the planning, development, and implementation of regional summit and resource fairs.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field. (Preferred)
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience working in a non-profit environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with and sensitivity to veterans-related needs.
• Prior military experience. (Preferred)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to provide efficient, quality service to both internal and external partners.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication and active listening skills.
• Strong time management skills along with problem solving skills and ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, establish workload priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Solid interpersonal skills along with the ability and willingness to respect and value the differences and perceptions of diverse groups/individuals.
• Exceptional presentation skills and ability to interact with large groups of people.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Valid Driver's License, and the physical ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Reliable personal transportation is required
• Reliable internet service required

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to travel regionally and locally up to 50% of the year. Occasional state-wide travel required.
• Ability to lift to 50lbs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Health savings account
• Paid time off

Experience:

• Military: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Required)

Work Location: On the road