Description
Position Summary
In this part-time position, the CCPD Community Liaison will be responsible for increasing the number of agencies funded by the Crime Control and Prevention District (CCPD) grant opportunities that address crime/safety priorities (violent crime and police/community relations) and target groups/programs (foster care, previously adjudicated youth/adults, and/or victim services).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Meet with and educate community stakeholders about CCPD funding opportunities
• Map community crime/safety related resources (i.e., agencies, funding sources, community contacts, etc.)
• Serve as Grants representative and Co-Chair of Partners with a Shared Mission's Expert Panel for quarterly meetings to review Requests for Proposals (RFPs)
• Reviews and advises on community partnerships and sustainability
• Coordinate Police messaging campaigns for CCPD grants under the direction of Fort Worth Police Department (FWPD)
• Survey community stakeholders on crime/safety problems and the community's capability and capacity to respond
• Advise FWPD staff on the coordination of resources toward meeting Department goals
• Work in partnership with Grant Navigator on successful referrals

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Must be eligible to work in the United States (No Sponsorship)
• Must have excellent and effective oral and written communication skills, exhibiting strong presentation and public speaking skills
• Strong community outreach experience (5 years), especially working with community-based organizations, marginalized communities, low-income communities and communities of color
• Professionalism, discretion, and consideration working with a diverse population. Must be able to successfully manage differing interests and viewpoints
• 5 years of grant experience (writing, management, etc.) and/or RFP development, experience working with prospective grantees preferred
• Ability to serve as a strong team member is essential
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines effectively
• High energy level and ability to work both independently and interdependently
• Demonstrated computer proficiency. Experience with databases as well as Word, Excel, and Power Point required
• Ability to use strategic thinking and use good judgment
• High degree of accuracy in all work and documentation
• Additional duties as assigned

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree preferred

Additional Requirements:

• Valid Texas driver's license, minimum state insurance and reliable transportation required for driving into the office and across the City of Fort Worth for community meetings.
• Reliable Internet access to support occasional remote work.
• Consistent communication skills; and familiarity with RFP/grant seeking process.
• Candidates must also have the ability to work effectively under pressure.

Personal Skills and Attributes:

• Fluency in English required, bilingual in Spanish is preferred
• An individual with the utmost professional and personal integrity
• Personal values consistent with United Way mission

Work Hours/Environment:

• Must be available to work 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. Monday-Friday
• The primary work location for this position is at a UWTC office and/or remote location.

About United Way of Tarrant County
United Way of Tarrant County brings people together to build strong communities where everyone thrives. As a nonprofit leader, we help communities tackle tough challenges and work with private, public and nonprofit partners to boost education, financial stability and health resources. We also serve as the regional grantee for Tarrant County's Area Agency on Aging (AAA), invest in and maintain a cooperative relationship with the state's 2-1-1 call center and provide support to local veterans, active military personnel and their families through our partnership with the Texas Veterans Network.
United Way of Tarrant County and AAA employ approximately 75 people dedicated to our mission. We celebrated our 100th anniversary in 2022 and are ready to serve Tarrant County for years to come.