Outreach & Community Partnership Manager



Outreach & Community Partnership Manager

Salary

$4,627.00 - $6,063.00 Monthly

Location

Thurston County – Tumwater, WA

Job Type

Full Time - Permanent

Job Number

2021-248

Department

Dept. of Revenue

Division

Executive

Opening Date

11/10/2021

Closing Date

12/22/2021 11:59 PM Pacific

Description

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Are you interested in making a lasting difference in lives of thousands? If so, this opportunity may be what you’re looking for! The Department of Revenue (DOR) is seeking to fill a Communication Consultant 4 as our Outreach and Community Partnership Manager to support our newly established Working Families Tax Credit (WFTC) division as the Department works to encourage over 400,000 Washingtonians to apply for the credit.
 

Initial candidate screening will begin as early as 11/17/21. The hiring authority may make a hiring decision at any time thereafter, so it is in your best interest to apply as soon as possible.

About the position:
This position is based at DOR’s Tumwater office and directs the work of others on the Outreach and Community Partnership team including regional staff. Telework conditions may be available to candidates living within the state of Washington. The incumbent utilizes knowledge and experiences of the different limited English proficiency (LEP) communities to provide advocacy and support for LEP applicants by serving as a liaison between the community, strategic partners, and the WFTC Division.
 
To do this, the person in this position must go out into the community and gather information on potential service gaps, educational needs, communication gaps, privacy concerns, and customer service experiences. The person in this position will also be responsible for promoting the program to faith, civic, corporate, educational, government, and community-based organizations. In doing so, this role provides a needed bridge in meeting the agency's commitment to providing appropriate service and resources to community partners and assisting those partners in current and future public participation efforts.
 
Who you are:
You are an engaging public participation practitioner who has demonstrated success in identifying preferred methods of communication within underserved communities, elevating community voices, adopting DEI strategies, building trust, identifying strategic partners, and nurturing relationships.
 
What you bring:
The ability to establish and maintain strong relationships with multiple diverse internal and external stakeholders.
 
The responsibility to independently coordinate and organize outreach events, including event location, event dates, and invitees. These events require substantial relationship building and maintenance, meeting and collaborating with stakeholders to promote buy-in and cooperation.
 
Demonstrated action as a self-starter who can use independent judgment, ensuring continuous process improvement, protecting the agency’s reputation, and cultivating collaborative relationships with communities and community members across the state.
 
Who we are:
The Working Families Tax Credit (WFTC) Division supports the agency mission through education on the working families tax credit, aiding individuals in applying for the credit, registering accounts, maintaining records, examining and processing applications, and distributing credits.
 
In 2021, the Washington Legislature passed Engrossed Substitute House Bill 1297 which modifies eligibility and provides funding for the Working Families Tax Credit program. The bill names DOR as the administrator of this program. The bill also offers insight into the legislature’s public policy objective for the program, which is to stimulate local economic activity, advance racial equity, and promote economic stability and well-being for low-to-moderate income workers by providing a credit, in the form of a remittance, for the sales tax paid. This position will support the Division’s leadership as they build and administer the Working Families Tax Credit program. In particular, this position will be responsible for helping the Division secure a high enrollment rate for the WFTC.
   
Revenue is a dynamic learning organization where you will experience a remarkable work-life balance, with amazing leadership and talented co-workers ready and focused to achieve the agency's goals. We value diverse perspectives and life experiences. We employ and serve people of all backgrounds including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, and veterans. This unique culture of respect promotes a professional family of cohesive groups maximizing potential through opportunity. Visit this link to find out more about Revenue and read what our employees have to say about working here.
 

Duties

Our Outreach and Community Partnership Manager will be:

  • Assisting the development and management of strategic partnerships.
  • Developing, reviewing, updating and submitting an outreach plan that helps the Division secure a high enrollment rate for the WFTC.
  • Developing, administering, and monitoring of community contracts for outreach services.
  • Providing professional and technical advice to the leadership of the Working Families Tax Credit Division concerning stakeholder management and public relations. 
  • Identifying and conducting social research to help the agency effectively meet the needs of WFTC applicants. 
  • Managing a team of outreach and community partnership coordinators. 
  • Supporting the achievement of the agency's strategic objective of building relationships and empowering success. 
This position also participates in the development of the WFTC division’s goals, objectives, and performance measures so they align with the agency’s vision, mission, and strategic business plan.  They produce complex reports and make recommendations to be used by the division and DOR Executive Leadership in analysis and strategic decision-making.    

Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in English, communications, journalism, humanities, public relations, business administration, accounting, marketing, social work or related field AND two years of experience in any combination of the following:

  • Developing outreach campaigns.
  • Working with multilingual and multicultural customers. 
  • Social research, data collection and analysis.
  • Writing content for the general public or specific stakeholders.
  • Public speaking or conducting workshops for large audience.
  • Strategic planning.
  • Public relations or communications.
  • Other similar experiences. 
OR
 
An associate degree or higher AND four years of experience in any combination of the following:
  • Developing outreach campaigns.
  • Working with multilingual and multicultural customers.
  • Social research, data collection and analysis.
  • Writing content for the general public or specific stakeholders.
  • Public speaking or conducting workshops for large audience.
  • Strategic planning.
  • Public relations or communications.
  • Other similar experiences. 
OR
 
A high school diploma or GED AND five years of experience in any combination of the following:
  • Developing outreach campaigns.
  • Working with multilingual and multicultural customers.
  • Social research, data collection and analysis.
  • Writing content for the general public or specific stakeholders.
  • Public speaking or conducting workshops for large audience.
  • Strategic planning.
  • Public relations or communications.
  • Other similar experiences. 
Note: Formal education will substitute year for year for experience.

Preference may be given to candidates who possess the following qualifications:
  • Bi-lingual capability (A test may be required for applicants claiming these qualifications).
  • Certification through the International Association of Public Participation (IAP2).
  • Experience working for a government agency.
  • Experience developing statistical models in STATA, SPSS, or an equivalent.

Supplemental Information

To be considered:
 

  • Please complete your online profile in detail.
  • Attach a resume detailing your work experience. 
  • Please attach a letter of interest, describing your specific qualifications for this position.  
 
*Note - Incomplete applications and applications received without requested attachments may be disqualified.*
 
To take advantage of Veteran's preference, please attach your DD-214, member 4 long form, or your NGB-22. Please blackout your social security number and date of birth before attaching.
   

Questions?
 Lance Proctor, Staffing Consultant
Hello, my name is Lance, and I will be assisting with this announcement. As a 19-year Department of Revenue employee, I understand the importance of finding a rewarding career with a work-life balance. At Revenue, we pride ourselves in connecting talented individuals with opportunity and would like to answer any questions you have.  

Please contact any part of the Staffing team at Jobs@dor.wa.gov or give me a call (360) 704-5725.
 
Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14 (Download PDF reader), state employees must be fully vaccinated no later than October 18, 2021. Your vaccine status will be verified after a conditional job offer is made. Please reach out to the Human Resources Office at DORHRMedical@DOR.WA.GOV if you need information on medical or religious accommodation.  
 
 At Revenue, we put employee safety first and foremost. This is why we will use every resource possible to ensure this hiring process stays within the current guidelines related to COVID-19. If selected to move forward, please be aware interviews may be conducted virtually using a webcam teleconferencing method and most employees are working from home. 
 
The Human Resource Division may use referrals from this recruitment to help fill future similar vacancies for up to six months.
 
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
 
The Department of Revenue is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  We embrace diversity and offer a respectful, inclusive culture for people with disabilities, as well as members of all protected groups and statuses.  We encourage you to apply.
 
If you need help during the application process, please call the Human Resources Office at 360-704-5731.  Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
 

More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note:  If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the
Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.


Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).  New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs.  For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP).  This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.


As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165. 

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, are entitled to three (3) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave
Leave Sharing
Parental Leave
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 12-31-2022

01
How many years of experience do you have in conducting outreach and giving presentations?
  • 5 or more years of experience
  • 4 years of experience
  • 3 years of experience
  • 2 years of experience
  • 1 year of experience
  • Less than 1 year of experience
02
Please briefly describe your experience conducting presentations, training and/or public speaking. Please include the subjects and the types of audiences you have presented to, and in which position(s) you did this work.
03
How many years of experience do you have developing outreach campaigns?
  • 5 or more years of experience
  • 4 years of experience
  • 3 years of experience
  • 2 years of experience
  • 1 year of experience
  • Less than 1 year of experience
04
Please briefly describe your experience developing and evaluating outreach campaigns. Please include the subjects and the types of audiences you have presented to, and in which position(s) you did this work.
05
Please select the language(s) you are proficient in:
  • Spanish
  • Vietnamese
  • Simplified Chinese
  • Korean
  • Russian
  • Tagalog
  • Other
06
Do you have experience translating English language documents into non-English language documents?
  • Yes
  • No
07
Please select the total amount of experience you have developing instructive and/or persuasive written documents, if applicable:
  • 5 or more years of experience
  • 4 years of experience
  • 3 years of experience
  • 2 years of experience
  • 1 year of experience
  • Less than 1 year of experience
08
Please select the total amount of experience you have gathering information, and writing, editing, and proofreading digital or printed materials.
  • 5 or more years of experience
  • 4 years of experience
  • 3 years of experience
  • 2 years of experience
  • 1 year of experience
  • Less than 1 year of experience
09
Please select the answer that best describes how you meet the required qualifications for this position.
  • A Bachelor's degree in English, communications, journalism, humanities, public relations, business administration, accounting, marketing, social work or related field AND two or more years of experience.
  • An associate degree or higher AND four or more years of experience.
  • A high school diploma or GED AND five or more years of experience.
  • None of the above.
10
Are you willing to work evenings, nights and/or weekends?
  • Yes
  • No
11
Per Governor Inslee's Proclamation 21-14, state employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 no later than October 18, 2021. Are you willing to accept and comply with this condition of employment?
  • Yes
  • No
12
How did you hear about this career opportunity (select all that apply)?
  • Washington State's career website: www.careers.wa.gov
  • Washington State Work Source office or website (Go2WorkSource.com)
  • Washington State employee
  • Dept. of Revenue's career website: www.dor.wa.gov/careers
  • Dept. of Revenue Staffing Consultant
  • College/university career fair or website
  • Diversity network meeting/event
  • Online job boards
  • Other
13
How did you hear about the Department of Revenue as a possible employer?
  • Family/Friends
  • State Employee
  • School Representative/Professor
  • Career Counselor
  • Job/Career Fair
  • Social Media Contact
  • Other
14
Please describe any "other" responses to Questions 20 & 21.

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