Community Development Specialist - Military veterans preferred

The Community Development Specialist assists the Community Development Director with the planning and implementation of agency events and fundraising programs, as well as a variety of community outreach activities and the production of agency publications. Some responsibilities for the position include event planning, community outreach activities and production of agency publications, as well as database and website management. The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Assist in the planning and implementation of FRA fundraising and community events, including the Midnight Sun Run 10K, City Sampler – A Taste of Fairbanks, and the FRA Annual Gala. 2. Assist in the development, planning and implementation of donor development activities including campaigns such as Pick. Click. Give. and the United Way. 3. Assist with the preparation of communication materials, such as newsletters, agency brochures, and advertisements including graphic/photographic/audio/video productions materials. 4. Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with representatives of community, client, employee, and public interest groups. 5. Assist with the development and planning of public appearances, presentations, lectures, contests or exhibits for community events to increase service awareness, as well as promote public relations and marketing of services. 6. Maintain records, including electronic and physical files, and the overall organization of materials and photos. 7. Attend training seminars, workshops and staff meetings to develop and maintain knowledge of agency programs, public relations strategies, fundraising, and computer skills. 8. Responsible for maintaining training compliance in accordance with FRA policies and procedures, state and federal regulations. 9. Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet program demands. 10. Perform other duties as assigned. MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 1. Bachelor’s degree preferred. High school diploma or GED required. 2. Two years’ experience in clerical work, writing, and community events. 3. Strong computer skills in MS Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Publisher, Outlook, as well as database and website applications. 4. Proficiency in digital photography preferred. 5. Must meet agency insurance criteria for operating agency and personal vehicles on agency business (21 y/o and licensed 3 years). KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: Excellent communication, writing, and organizational skills. Demonstrated attention to detail. Possess good judgment, creativity, and self-motivation. Ability to perform routine tasks without direction and to prioritize work within general guidelines and operating procedures. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with the public, consumers, and other agency personnel. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Alaska Driver’s License IMMUNIZATION REQUIRED: Annual PPD Test WORKING CONDITIONS: Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES: Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds with no less than a 40 db loss. Ability to receive oral communication and make fine discriminations in sound. Repetitive Motions: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers. Driving: Minimum standards required by State Law (including license). ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: Typical office or administrative work. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.