Full-Time SPECIALIST, BLACK FAMILY ENGAGEMENT
Job Description
Please apply directly to the DPS website from a laptop/computer:
https://ltmwebprod01.dpsk12.org/ltmprod/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=GV2
FAMILY AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT (FACE)
Traditional 235 work days
FTE: 1.0
Salary Range: $51,940 – $60,235
Essential Functions and Objectives:
Works to engage and involve parents, students, community leaders and school administrators to increase participation in and understanding of community engagement programs targeting Black and African American families.
Involves grassroots organizing, interacting with parents/guardians of diverse backgrounds, as well as with community leaders by email, phone, text, face-to-face. Coordinates meaningful, engaging events, including but not
limited to, school-based parent outreach events, industry summits and recognitions/celebrations. Supports other marketing initiatives and communications campaign development and execution.
– Serves as a liaison and a main point of contact for district based Black/African American family and community engagement; supports students, families, community organizations BFAC, the Black Parent Network, CRBT, other local and and national non-profits, and community organizations that aim to help improve outcomes for our black students and communities as well as be a connector in our district.
– Provides culturally effective outreach and communication targeting Black/African American families; partners with community groups, non-profits, faith-based organizations and the business community; maintains website and
direct messaging, such as e-newsletter, and creates other collateral and avenues to keep the communication actively open between the district and the Black/African American community.
– Collaborate with others to maintain website and support direct messaging, such as e-newsletter, and creates other collateral and avenues to keep the communication actively open between the district and the Black/African American community.
– Strategizes and executes the vision of current and ongoing family engagement work and supports department’s mission, goals and district initiatives; provides thought partnership and consultation to schools and external
departments in developing culturally effective communication and engagement plans for projects and initiatives targeting Black/African American families.
– Supports African American Equity Task Force (AAETF) efforts, such as and not limited to: Anchored in Series, Summer Programming, and engaging and presenting with the AAETF Implementation planning team.
– Supports creation and revision (as necessary) of tool-kits and templates for best practices in engaging Black/African American families; provides thought partnership and consulting to FACE department teams in regards to
their work with Black/African American Families and Community.
– Designs, gathers and updates system for relevant Black/African American Family Engagement, including student data monitoring in connection to supporting engagement work; collaborates between divisions to evaluate, reassess, and respond
to data with the support of District teams.
– Promotes visibility and participation by representing Family and Community Engagement (FACE) at community-focused events, including fairs, info sessions, and expos; provides support during engagement and outreach
initiatives for the department and amplifies engagement for existing programs; effectively encourages parents and community members to participate in community initiatives; and organizes and runs program events,
coordinating logistics, including transportation, budget, food/snacks, recruitment, and volunteer supervision.
– Works closely with district teams to develop and implement a plan to better connect and engage with families and inform them about FACE programs and District-wide initiatives.
– Supports communications around engagement of the Black and African American Community as needed, internal or external newsletters, designing information materials, identifying and recognizing outstanding parent and community
achievements with written and video stories.
– Works closely with the Denver Public Schools Foundation, the District, and partner organizations to enhance cross-promotion of campaigns and key messages; connects with the family and communities through press
interviews and outreach and engagement events.
Knowledge, Experience & Other Qualifications:
– At least three (3) years of demonstrated experience that includes event planning, community engagement, relationship builder and/or communications.
– Displays cultural competency of working with Black and African American Communities across the diaspora.
– Effective time management and organizational skills.
– Excellent communication skills, including experience with public speaking and/or on-air interviews with proven ability to both facilitate and participate in conversations with a variety of different audiences (student, teacher,
business professional, parent, etc.).
– Experience managing outside vendors, project timelines, and budgets.
– Effectively handles multiple demands and competing deadlines.
– Ability to connect directly with the community and families and meet them where they are.
– Understanding of DPS structures, systems history and community experiences with DPS
– Works collaboratively with others on a team.
– Aptitude for variety and changing expectations and fast-paced environment.
– Proficiency with Google Suite and Gmail, including Docs, Sheets, and Slides; basic photography and graphic design skills with proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
– Ability to work a flexible schedule to accommodate events on weekends or evenings.
Education Requirements:
– Bachelor’s or relevant work experience required. – Bachelor’s Degree preferred in African American Studies, Education, Community Engagement, Community Advocacy, Political Science, International Studies, Communications, Liberal Arts, Restorative Practices, Conflict Resolution, or a comparable field or level of experience,
Additional Information:
– Work Year Calendars (including accrued time off): http://thecommons.dpsk12.org/Page/1129
– Benefits (including DPS contributions): http://thecommons.dpsk12.org/Page/1397
– Compensation Structures: http://thecommons.dpsk12.org/Page/244
– Employee must live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working for Denver Public Schools.
About Denver Public Schools:
Denver Public Schools is committed to meeting the educational needs of every student with great schools in every neighborhood. Our goal is to provide every child in Denver with rigorous, enriching educational opportunities
from preschool through high school graduation. DPS is comprised of nearly 200 schools including traditional, magnet, charter and alternative pathways schools, with an enrollment of more than 90,000 students.
DPS has become the fastest-growing school district in the country in terms of enrollment and the fastest-growing large school district in the state in terms of student academic growth. Learn more at dpsk12.org.
Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or
regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
How to Apply
Please apply directly to the DPS website from a laptop/computer:
https://ltmwebprod01.dpsk12.org/ltmprod/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=GV2
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