Director Of Immigrant Community Affairs (management Analyst Iv)
- Employer
- Fairfax County Government
- Location
- Fairfax, Virginia
- Salary
- $81,571.98 - $135,952.96 Annually
- Closing date
- Oct 2, 2021
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- Industry
- Government and Public Services, State & Local
- Function
- Executive, Management, Director
- Hours
- Full Time
- Career Level
- Experienced (Non-Manager)
Job Details
Under the general direction of the Chief Equity Officer, the Director of Immigrant Community Affairs (Management Analyst IV) supports the development and implementation of a strategic framework to better understand and address the unique challenges facing Fairfax County’s immigrant population and communities, recognizing the diversity based on culture, language, socioeconomic factors, and immigration status.
The position will develop and implement a comprehensive, countywide plan for ensuring that Fairfax County is a welcoming community for immigrants regardless of immigration status with opportunities for integration, community well-being, and economic success, with short- and long-term strategies and mechanisms to assess progress. Duties include but are not limited to:
- Oversees the full implementation of the Public Trust and Confidentiality Policy (Trust Policy), working at both the systems and department levels to identify and address specific immigrant community concerns, ensuring County staff and departments are aware of and are following this policy and, that county policy and practice comply with the policy.
- Develops and manages programs that support the development of the organization’s infrastructure and capacity for considering the diverse needs and interests of the county’s immigrant community.
- Works with the community - nonprofits, faith organizations, and other stakeholder groups to create strong networks that facilitate coordination and the connection of Fairfax County’s immigrant community to the information, resources, and services that will support their success.
- Performs a diverse range of planning, analysis, facilitation, change management and communications activities to catalyze organizational change, working in conjunction with the Chief Equity Officer and other staff.
- Works with county leadership to foster partnership and alignment and effective policy and practice to support goals and priorities.
- Leads cross-departmental and cross-system teams and as needed, provides consultative support to interdepartmental initiatives.
- Develops and maintains strategic partnerships to inform and support goals and priorities, nurturing relationships with community stakeholders and participating in a range of activities and networks locally, regionally, and nationally.
- To support the development of solutions to complex challenges, conducts research to inform program and policy decisions and develops innovative ideas and approaches to address new and/or emerging issues.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities
(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list).
- Extensive knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques relating to the functional area of business operation;
- Knowledge of the legislative and executive decision making processes;
- Knowledge of the project management life cycle and its supporting phases;
- Ability to identify organizational problems, evaluate possible solutions, and select and implement the most advantageous course of action;
- Ability to identify and determine appropriate methods for gathering data;
- Ability to make oral presentations to department management, other departments, or the public;
- Ability to write detailed, accurate reports, grants, or solicitations for pertinent areas of administration;
- Ability to manage professional and paraprofessional employees including coaching, counseling, training, and evaluation.
Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following:
(Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to")
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in fields related to the assigned functional areas; plus five years of professional work experience within more than one of the assigned functional areas.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Not applicable.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s degree.
- At least five years progressive professional experience relating to issues affecting immigrants and/or refugees, including at least three years f experience in advocacy on immigration policy.
- Working knowledge, based on professional experience or education, of (a) federal, state and county laws and policies affecting immigrants, including barriers to benefit eligibility and (b) integration and safety net services required by the immigrant community.
- Ability to fluently read, write and speak English and a second language (Spanish preferred). If fluent in a language other than Spanish, ability to speak Spanish conversationally required.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Positions in this may be subject to criminal history records checks and/or credit checks as a condition of hire or continued employment.
- All newly hired employees are required to be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment or obtain approval of a medical or religious exemptionprior to their start date.Proof of an exemption or vaccination status will be required during the pre-employment onboarding process. New employees who obtain an exemption from the vaccine mandate for medical or religious reasons will still be subject to the weekly testing requirement. Otherwise, vaccinated employees will complete the attestation online in the first day of employment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Job is generally sedentary in nature, however, visual acuity is required to read data on computer monitor, incumbent must be able to operate keyboard driven equipment. Employee may be required to lift up to 15 pounds. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview.
Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or status as a veteran in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314 . EEO/AA/TTY.
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Company
Fairfax County, Virginia is a diverse and thriving urban county. As the most populous jurisdiction in both Virginia and the Washington metropolitan area, the County's population exceeds that of seven states. The median household income of Fairfax County is one of the highest in the nation and over half of its adult residents have four-year college degrees or more educational attainment. Fairfax County also is home to an extensive commercial office market and is a major employment center.
Fairfax County Government is a great place to work, with a variety of jobs in different fields, great benefits, and an enjoyable working environment. We serve nearly one million residents in one of the largest counties in the country. Our talented employees have established Fairfax County as a leader in nearly every facet of public service and have won national recognition as innovators in local government.The size of Fairfax County government and the diversity of services it provides to citizens allows opportunities for personal growth and development, without ever having to change employers. In addition to pay, Fairfax County Government provides an employee benefits package worth approximately 25% of your salary in additional compensation. This package of benefits consists of programs designed to protect you and your family during your employment with the county and into your retirement years.
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Group Term Life Insurance
Contributory Retirement Plan
Deferred Compensation
Flexible Spending Account Programs
Long Term Disability Insurance
Long Term Care Plan
Tuition Assistance Program
Employees' Child Care Center
Virginia College Savings Plans
Fairfax County's Application Process: Fairfax County uses an online application process called NEOGOV at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/jobsfor nearly all positions.
Applicants who need assistance with the online application process are welcome to come to the Application Center at Fairfax County's HR Central where staff will be happy to work with you to establish an account and get your resume into the system. HR Central is located in the Government Center at 12000 Government Center Parkway, Suite 270, Fairfax, VA, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Or call 703-222-5872 for more information.
For more information on applying, please click here - https://www.governmentjobs.com/home/applicationguide.
- Website
- https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/topics/jobs
- Location
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12000 Government Center Parkway
Suite 270
Fairfax
VA
22035-0034
US
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