Summary of Position
The Outreach Coordinator is responsible for the development and implementation of community education materials,
events and projects; overseeing all aspects of special events planning, coordination, organization and promotion;
overseeing all aspects of volunteer participation, including recruitment, training, supervision, and scheduling; public
relations development through community education, involvement and support; other administrative tasks. This is a nonexempt position.
Accountability
Reports to Director of Administration
Core Responsibilities
Core Responsibilities have not yet been established.
Responsibilities
1. Responsible for the overall development, operation, and success of the organization’s community outreach
program and as well as outreach events, and other specials Sacred Heart Center events with the assistance of
SHC Staff.
2. Responsible for program budgeting, reports, reporting requirements, and billings as well as maintaining program
statistics and source documentation.
3. Design, implement, and coordinator community outreach plan each fiscal year for the department and the
overall organization.
4. Responsible for maintaining and ensuring complete, accurate records, source documentation, and reports
related to outreach activities.
5. Assist in website revision/development, social media updates/news, and calendar of events. Development of
quarterly agency newsletter as assigned. Responsible for development and update of all agency social media.
6. Must work closely with, communicate, and inform the Director of Administration/Executive Director regarding
program and service development, program concerns, event personnel and staffing issues, and client concerns.
7. Educate other agencies about and market the Sacred Heart Center and its’ mission, including the distribution of
materials and participation in presentations at community events.
8. Collaborate with community partners and agencies and develop partnerships with social service, tribal, and
community agencies/programs and schools for the organization and for community outreach.
9. Arranges, prepares, coordinates community training, education and outreach activities and events including
developing materials for presentation and distribution including, but not limited to, domestic violence, child
abuse and neglect, drug and alcohol usage, teen issues and other identified issues/topics.
10. Assist with development and implementation of special projects including family violence, domestic violence
and sexual assault programming and services and outreach advocacy.
11. Collaborate with administrative team to plan community outreach programs, trainings, community training needs
and Sacred Heart Center events consistent with needs of Sacred Heart Center. Develop and implement support
services for Sacred Heart Center clients in collaboration with Sacred Heart Center departments.
12. Provides other services and work duties as needed to meet the needs the Sacred Heart Center and its ability to
carry out its mission.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or
responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any
time with or without notice.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
- Associate degree in Business, Communications, Marketing, etc.
- Bachelor’s Degree in appropriate discipline is preferred.
- Knowledge in issues relating domestic and sexual violence is preferred.
- Previous experience in providing community outreach and public speaking is strongly preferred.
Maintain confidentiality in all departments
Knowledge or previous experience in issues relating to domestic and sexual violence is preferred
Previous experience in providing community outreach and public speaking is strongly preferred
Computer skills, must possess basic computer skills including the use of Microsoft Word and Outlook with the
ability to learn job-specific programs and software
Interpersonal skills, must be able to communicate effectively
Possess a valid South Dakota driver’s license
Physical Demands
Uses both hands and wrists repetitively for prolonged periods.
Driving is required.
Some supervision may require standing for prolonged periods.
Occasionally life up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift up to 40 lbs. with assistance.
Expectations of Hours Worked
At least 40 hours/week. Weekends, evenings, and on-call as required.