Community Engagement Specialist

Company: Express Employment
Location: Montevallo
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Description: Our client is seeking a Community Engagement Specialist to support a statewide precision medicine and community health initiative. This client is a nonprofit scientific research organization. This is a field-based, community-facing role responsible for educating participants, building local partnerships, and supporting verified sample (kit) collection across an assigned Alabama region . Success in this role requires credibility in health or science-based conversations, strong interpersonal skills, and comfort working independently in community settings. The Community Engagement Specialist will cultivate strong local networks with healthcare providers, faith-based institutions, nonprofits, and civic leaders to increase awareness and recruitment in the program. Here's What Your Day-to-Day Looks Like: Builds and sustains local strategic partnerships with primary care providers, churches, nonprofit organizations, and community influencers Organizes and hosts weekly engagement events to educate about the program, assist with registration, and sample collection (e.g., town halls, tabling opportunities, health fairs, lunch & learns) to increase program visibility Develop and implement tailored outreach strategies informed by local demographic, cultural, and geographic insights Represents the program at regional coalition meetings, stakeholder convenings, and public forums Educates community members on genetic testing, precision medicine, and program benefits through presentations and one-on-one conversations Maintains accurate and timely reporting of outreach activities, including engagement metrics and qualitative feedback Collaborates with engagement leadership to assess strategy effectiveness and share insights from the field Serves as a trusted liaison between the program and the public, building long-term relationships and brand trust Completes other duties as assigned Requirements/Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in public health, communications, social work, or a related field Strong existing relationships and presence within the [Region] Alabama region Exceptional interpersonal, public speaking, and relationship management skills Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple projects, and manage time efficiently Reliable transportation and willingness to travel throughout the assigned region regularly Preferred Qualifications Well-connected with local providers, civic and community organizations, and faith-based institutions Familiarity with rural and underserved communities in the region Knowledge of public health campaigns, health messaging or genetic literacy concepts Schedule & Pay: Salary: $17–$18/hour base pay Incentive Commission based on sampled kits collection Part Time Hours Here's What Makes YOU a Great Fit: Bachelor’s degree in public health, social work, communications, or a related field Professional background in public health, community health, healthcare, research, or medical outreach Experience communicating health, medical, or scientific concepts to diverse populations Strong relationship-building, public speaking, and community engagement skills Comfortable working independently in the field with minimal day-to-day supervision Data-aware and detail-oriented with accurate documentation and reporting habits Reliable transportation and willingness to travel throughout the assigned region Must have valid drivers license and active auto insurance (required) Physical Demands Ability to drive and travel regularly across assigned region Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed for community events Ability to carry event materials (up to 25 lbs) Ability to stand and walk for extended periods at outreach events Core Regions North Alabama (Tennessee Valley, Huntsville, Decatur, Athens) Northeast Alabama (Gadsen, Fort Payne, Scottsboro) Central Alabama (Greater Birmingham, Vestavia, Hoover, Bessemer, Homewood etc) East Central Alabama (Montgomery, Auburn, Opelika, Prattville) West Alabama (Tuscaloosa, Selma, Demopolis) South Alabama (Mobile, Fairhope, Brewton) South Eastern Alabama (Dothan, Enterprise, Troy) APPLY TODAY ! What Makes Express Employment Professionals Different? Express Employment Professionals has been helping people find meaningful work since 2006. We partner with reputable organizations and community-focused programs to connect professionals with impactful, long-term opportunities. Our team works closely with candidates to ensure alignment between skills, mission, and role expectations. Immediate Benefits of Working with Express: Weekly Pay Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance 401(K) Savings Plan Holiday Pay Referral Bonuses Employee Assistance Program (counseling & expert advice in many stressful areas) Free Online Training Like us on Facebook Follow us on LinkedIn

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