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City of Raleigh

Community Engagement Analyst

City of Raleigh, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601

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Job Description The City of Raleigh’s Community Engagement Department is seeking a collaborative and service-oriented Community Engagement Analyst to join the Neighborhood Services Division. This role plays a vital part in strengthening the City’s investment in our neighborhoods and its citizens. As the Community Engagement Analyst, your role is more than a job – it’s a chance to serve as a vital link between the city and its residents. You’ll help address neighborhood challenges, educate community members, and coordinate programs that strengthen civic participation. Your responsibilities include leading outreach and capacity-building efforts, as well as supporting neighborhoods with beautification initiatives. This hybrid position reports to the Neighborhood Services Supervisor in the Neighborhood Services Division and includes two telework days per week. Some regular evening and weekend work is required for programs and trainings.

About You You’re passionate about building strong, positive connections between the city and its residents. You’re an effective communicator, attentive listener, and confident presenter who brings empathy, professionalism, and attention to detail to every task. Whether you’re supporting team members, developing tools and resources, or facilitating meaningful conversations, you’re dedicated to helping neighborhoods thrive and ensuring every voice is heard. You thrive in roles that blend strategic thinking with genuine human connection. With a strong understanding of the complexities of public service, you’re motivated to make government more effective, responsive, and community-focused.

About Us The Community Engagement Department leads the City of Raleigh’s efforts to connect with residents in meaningful and people-focused ways. Through programs in youth development, neighborhood services, community partnerships, and organizational development, we enhance the quality of life for everyone who lives, works, and plays in Raleigh. The Neighborhood Services Division is committed to empowering Raleigh’s neighborhoods by strengthening community relationships, delivering impactful programs, and fostering meaningful citizen engagement.

Duties and Responsibilities The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job‑related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

What You’ll Do

Oversee and streamline the intake, tracking, and distribution of requests and supplies for the Raleigh Neighborhood Equipment and Tool Share programs

Present and facilitate sessions for the Citizen Leadership Academy

Act as a liaison between the assigned department and City staff, Council, agencies, organizations, donors, volunteers, and/or the public

Expand, diversify, and strengthen alliances with internal and external community partners; collaborating to develop and implement strategies to engage underrepresented communities and raise cultural competency among the broader public

Assist, advise, and coach community organizations and local government regarding cross‑cultural competency, while developing policies and practices using an equitable lens

Provide information and education on City programs and initiatives. Attend meetings and delivers presentations to promote programs and resources available to the community

Plan and execute small and large‑scale events to inform the community about available programs and initiatives, and the benefits that come with engaging in program offerings

Develop and/or coordinate marketing publications and presentations. Act as a public relations marketing support person on all local news stations promoting department programs, special events, and special projects

Maintain and update database information, track performance measures and program statistics, analyze data, and provide summary information and recommendations for program/process improvement.

Monitor and track budget and spending to ensure department program offerings are relevant, fiscally responsible, and marketed properly

Prepare and maintain reports and administers the department website

Typical Qualifications Education and Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Public Affairs, Public Administration, or related field, and 3 to 5 years’ experience in program planning, neighborhood outreach, community relations, or a related field OR any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted.

Licensing and Certifications

Valid North Carolina Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire. This position involves operating a City vehicle for fieldwork and events

Additional Information Knowledge of

Principles and practices of program, event and initiative administration and management

Principles and methods of qualitative and quantitative research and data analysis

Cultural Competency

Government processes and policies

Customer service best practices

Community engagement techniques

Modern office practices and procedures including the use of standard office equipment and computer applications such as word processing, database, and spreadsheet applications

Skill In

Cross functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement

Interpreting, monitoring, and reporting financial information and statistics

Data analysis and reporting

Event planning

Ability to

Research industry trends, solutions, and best practices

Manage several programs and events simultaneously

Maintain the confidentiality of information

ADA and Other Requirements Work Environment and Physical Effort: Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Work Environment: Work is typically performed in an office or similar indoor environment. Employees may occasionally work in an outdoor environment or in a vehicle. Work Exposures: Work in this position does not require frequent environmental exposures. City of Raleigh is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request. When you join the City of Raleigh’s work family as a full‑time employee, your benefits are an important part of your “total rewards”. Your benefits impact many aspects of your life including your health, your finances, and the protection of your family. The City provides a comprehensive benefits package as part of our total rewards program to support you through important events in your life, to enhance your life outside work, and to help you plan and prepare for the future. To find out about the City’s benefits package, and other programs, please visit our Employee Benefits page. City employs temporary and seasonal employees who generally are scheduled to work on a short‑term basis. However, if you are hired as a temporary or seasonal employee, or as an intern, you are not eligible for the City of Raleigh’s benefits.

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