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NEOGOV · 1 week ago

Outreach and Engagement Advisor for Councilor Pirtle-Guiney (Council Aide)

1221 SW 4th Ave, OR

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$67K/yr - $122K/yr

NEOGOV is seeking an Outreach and Engagement Advisor to serve as a bridge between the elected official and their constituents. The role involves managing outreach, handling constituent concerns, and representing the member at local events and meetings while planning and executing community events.

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Responsibilities

Develop standard practices and procedures for the activities of assigned programs or projects; establish program and performance goals and communicate expectations to staff; oversee development of new programs; assess and evaluate existing programs

Perform professional and operational duties, including planning and evaluation, and coordinate community development and outreach activities by leading ongoing working groups, special project teams, and collaborative efforts with staff and management

Supervise and coordinate the dissemination of information to ensure consistency in unit messaging and branding of programs, services, events, policies, and procedures; evaluate and enhance messaging to increase public awareness of mission and goals

Oversee the planning, implementing, and evaluation of special events

Lead and participate in community organizations and committees, City work groups, and collaborative teams to develop and implement comprehensive public information, public awareness and involvement, community education and outreach, and media relations activities to meet City and unit goals and objectives

Attend community meetings, events, and hearings to understand local issues and concerns on behalf of the Councilor

Help constituents navigate and resolve issues with City of Portland bureaus through written and verbal communication

Build and maintain strong relationships with constituents, community leaders, and local officials

Keep the Councilor and City Hall staff informed of important issues, concerns, and developments in the district

Coordinate logistics, plan and execute events, and represent the member at various community events, sometimes speaking on their behalf

Handle administrative duties such as managing correspondence and maintaining files on outstanding issues

Qualification

Program developmentCommunity outreachPublic messagingEffective communicationRelationship buildingEvent planningTeam coordination

Required

Experience developing, implementing, and evaluating programs and projects, including setting goals, establishing procedures, and recommending improvements

Ability to lead and coordinate community outreach events, working groups, and collaborative projects with staff, community partners, and stakeholders

Ability to develop, coordinate, and oversee clear, consistent public messaging and information to support programs, events, and organizational goals

Ability to communicate effectively with constituents, understand concerns, and help navigate City systems to resolve issues professionally and respectfully

Ability to build strong working relationships and keep elected officials and staff informed of key community issues and developments

A valid state driver license and an acceptable driving record at time of hire

Preferred

If you wish to request Veteran's Preference, please submit your veteran documents (e.g., DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter) by the recruitment's closing date

Effective January 1, 2026, the State of Oregon law ORS 408.225 - 408.238 is amended to expand eligibility for Veterans' Preference to current and former Oregon National Guard service members. If applicants are existing state or former Oregon National Guard servicemembers, they are encouraged to attach appropriate documentation to their future recruitment applications