About the role#
The Baltimore County Office of Immigrant Affairs is hiring a Civic Engagement Fellow to develop and launch the Immigrant Civic Engagement Program. This is a part-time, 12-month, temporary position. You will work directly with the Chief of the Office of Immigrant Affairs to build programs that strengthen civic knowledge, leadership skills, and connections to local government. This role is designed for someone interested in public service, immigrant inclusion, and community organizing.
What you'll do#
- Design and launch a cohort-based New American Civic Leadership Academy.
- Develop a practical civic education curriculum covering government structure, policy literacy, and community organizing.
- Build partnerships with schools, community organizations, and County agencies.
- Support multilingual town halls, workshops, and engagement activities.
- Create multilingual outreach materials and explore accessible strategies to reach residents.
- Identify opportunities for youth mentorship and leadership, including internships and ambassador roles.
- Track program participation, collect feedback, and prepare reports on outcomes.
- Develop a sustainability plan to ensure the program continues beyond the fellowship.
What you'll need#
- A Bachelor’s degree in public administration, political science, community development, social work, communications, education, nonprofit management, or a related field (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
- Demonstrated interest or experience in civic engagement, public policy, or community organizing.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders and work across different communities.
- Proficiency with common office technology and virtual engagement platforms.
- Strong project management skills and the ability to handle multiple deadlines.
- Cultural humility and the ability to translate complex government processes into accessible information.
Location & details#
- Location: Towson, Maryland.
- Schedule: 34 hours per week.
- Term: 12 months.
- Compensation: $25.00 per hour.
- Work Modality: On-site.
About Baltimore County
Baltimore County is a government agency based in Towson, Maryland. It supports a diverse business community of more than 20,000 organizations. The agency focuses on economic and workforce development across the region. With 3,064 employees, it manages operations ranging from research facilities to manufacturing hubs.
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