Community Liaison
Company: United Way of Tarrant County
Role summary
Community Liaison is a full-time role at United Way of Tarrant County in Fort Worth, Texas, United States (hybrid). Posted 2026-10-21. Experience level: 2-5.
- Job title
- Community Liaison
- Company
- United Way of Tarrant County
- Location
- Fort Worth, Texas, United States
- Work arrangement
- hybrid
- Employment type
- full-time
- Category
- Software Engineering
- Experience level
- 2-5
- Date posted
- 2026-10-21
You’ll get to play a pivotal role in strengthening local safety by connecting grassroots organizations with the funding they need to make a real impact. It is a fantastic opportunity if you enjoy building relationships and want to see your work directly support foster care, youth programs, and victim services in your community.
Job description
Position Summary
The Community Liaison will be responsible for increasing the number of agencies funded by the Crime Control and Prevention District (CCPD) grant opportunities that address crime/safety priorities (violent crime and police/community relations) and target groups/programs (foster care, previously adjudicated youth/adults, and/or victim services).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Meet with and educate community stakeholders about CCPD funding opportunities
Map community crime/safety related resources (i.e., agencies, funding sources, community contacts, etc.)
Serve as Grants representative on Partners with a Shared Mission’s Expert Panel for quarterly meetings to review Requests for Proposals (RFPs)
Review and advise on community partnerships and sustainability
Coordinate Police messaging campaigns, including newsletters, for CCPD grants under the direction of Fort Worth Police Department (FWPD) and in partnership with UWTC Marketing team
Survey community stakeholders on crime/safety problems and the community’s capability and capacity to respond
Advise FWPD staff on the coordination of resources toward meeting Department goals
Work in partnership with Grant Navigator on successful referrals
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Must be eligible to work in the United States (No Sponsorship)
Must have excellent and effective oral and written communication skills, exhibiting strong presentation and public speaking skills
Strong community outreach experience (4+ years), especially working with community-based organizations, marginalized communities, low-income communities and communities of color
Professionalism, discretion, and consideration working with a diverse population.
Must be able to successfully manage differing interests and viewpoints
4+ years of grant experience (writing, management, etc.) and/or RFP development, experience working with prospective grantees preferred
Ability to serve as a strong team member is essential
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines effectively
High energy level and ability to work both independently and interdependently
Demonstrated computer proficiency. Experience with databases as well as Word, Excel, and Power Point required
Ability to use strategic thinking and use good judgment
High degree of accuracy in all work and documentation
Additional duties as assigned
Educational Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Additional Requirements:
Valid Texas driver’s license, minimum state insurance and reliable transportation required for driving into the office and across the City of Fort Worth for community meetings.
Reliable Internet access to support occasional remote work.
Consistent communication skills; and familiarity with RFP/grant seeking process.
Candidates must also have the ability to work effectively under pressure.
Personal Skills and Attributes:
Fluency in English required, bilingual in Spanish is preferred
An individual with the utmost professional and personal integrity
Personal values consistent with United Way mission
Work Hours/Environment:
Must be available to work 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. Monday-Friday
The primary work location for this position is at a UWTC office.
About United Way of Tarrant County
United Way of Tarrant County, a nonprofit leader in North Texas, mobilizes our community to action so all can thrive. We identify critical needs, foster collaboration, and invest in solutions that drive change. Through our four impact areas — education and youth opportunity, community health, financial security, and community resiliency — our programs serve more than 400,000 individuals annually.
United Way of Tarrant County employs approximately 60 people dedicated to our mission. After celebrating our 100th anniversary in 2022, we remain committed to empowering Tarrant County residents for generations to come.