Community Development Assistant Jobs in Arizona (NOW HIRING)

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This position reports to the Environmental Program Manager for the Lead-Safe Homes Program. This position leads outreach and community engagement efforts to increase awareness of lead hazards, identify eligible households, and support referrals for housing assessment and remediation services. The position works closely with the Program Manager and community partners to expand program reach and participation. Responsibilities include developing and distributing education materials, supporting community presentations and outreach events, and coordinating public awareness activities that promote lead hazard prevention and program participation. The position will be a liaison and build partnerships with community-based organizations, healthcare providers, childcare facilities, housing agencies, and local partners to strengthen referral pathways and expand program visibility. This position is responsible for documenting community and outreach activities to support program monitoring and reporting.

Plan and implement outreach activities and events to increase awareness and participation.
Establish and maintain relationships with community partners to support coordination and referrals.
Develop and distribute educational materials and outreach resources.
Assist in identifying priority populations and support referrals to program services.
Document outreach activities and maintain records to support reporting and program monitoring.
Other duties as assigned as related to the position.

Knowledge of:
- Community outreach and public health engagement practices
- Environmental health concepts and prevention strategies
- Community resources and service networks
- Basic program planning, implementation, and evaluation
- Effective communication approaches for diverse populations
Skill in:
- Conducting outreach, presentations, and community engagement activities
- Building and maintaining partnerships with community stakeholders
- Written and verbal communication
- Coordinating events and outreach efforts
- Documenting activities and maintaining organized records
- Using standard office and data management tools
Ability to:
- Communicate effectively with diverse audiences
- Establish and maintain positive working relationships
- Manage multiple tasks and priorities
- Work independently and collaboratively
- Maintain professionalism and handle sensitive information appropriately
- Support an inclusive and respectful work environment

Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Health Education, Community Health, Social Work, Communications, or a related field and two (2) years of professional experience in public health outreach, community engagement, health education, or a related area.

Experience working with community-based organizations, schools, healthcare providers, housing programs, or other community service networks.

Experience supporting outreach, education, or engagement efforts in a public health or community-based setting.

Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) or similar certification preferred.

Must have driver's license and ability to travel

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver's License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
Affordable medical and dental insurance plans
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
10 paid holidays per year
Wellness program and plans
Life insurance
Short/long-term disability insurance
Defined retirement plan
Award winning Infant at Work program
Credit union membership
Transit subsidy
ADHS Student Assistance Pilot Program

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

To help you build a financially secure future, the State makes monthly contributions to finance your retirement benefit. The State will contribute to the ASRS in an amount equal to your contribution. In other words, you and the State will each pay 50% of the total cost of the benefit. New State employees have a 27-week wait period for contributions to begin.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by emailing nicole.zawacki@azdhs.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. DHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All newly hired employees will be subject to E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification.