What are the responsibilities and job description for the COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SPECIALIST position at FAMICOS FOUNDATION?
Job Description
Salary: $50,000
Famicos Foundation has need for a Community Engagement Specialist who will work primarily in the Glenville, Hough, St. Clair and Superior neighborhoods to connect and build trust with residents and landlords and link them to resources, education and training.
The ideal candidate is passionate about Cleveland neighborhoods and residents and has a servant leadership mentality placing the growth and well-being of people and the communities to which they belong first and foremost. The candidate should be a problem-solver, good listener, and patient. This person should also enjoy developing relationships, working with diverse groups of people, and helping residents work though challenges they are facing.
You will:
Salary: $50,000
Famicos Foundation has need for a Community Engagement Specialist who will work primarily in the Glenville, Hough, St. Clair and Superior neighborhoods to connect and build trust with residents and landlords and link them to resources, education and training.
The ideal candidate is passionate about Cleveland neighborhoods and residents and has a servant leadership mentality placing the growth and well-being of people and the communities to which they belong first and foremost. The candidate should be a problem-solver, good listener, and patient. This person should also enjoy developing relationships, working with diverse groups of people, and helping residents work though challenges they are facing.
You will:
- Identify external and internal housing issues
- Build trust, providing technical assistance, and developing a plan of action with the resident to address housing and quality of life issues
- Connect residents with resources available through the City of Cleveland, local nonprofits, and organizations
- Collect, input, and track field data
- Administer the Citys paint program
- Deliver classes and forums for homeowners and landlords on at least a quarterly basis
- A High school diploma or GED is required; bachelors degree in social work, urban planning, public affairs, communications or another related field is preferred
- Three years of experience in community building, engagement, or serving clients in a social service environment; OR
- One year of paid experience in building or remodeling, contracting, building construction estimating, building inspection or building/real estate management
- Comfort with data collection, software and technology (such as personal computers, handheld devices, Microsoft Office Suites) preferred
- Ability to work independently and as part of a cohort/collaborative team
- Public speaking experience
- A valid State of Ohio Driver's License is required
- Reliable transportation to conduct field surveys and inspections preferred
- Complete Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting Program (RRP) certification within six months
Salary : $50,000
