Outreach Coordinator- Choice Neighborhood Initiatives

PHILADELPHIA, PAPosted 22 days ago

Job summary

• Job post source

  This job is directly from Philadelphia Housing Authority

• Job overview

  The Outreach Coordinator for Choice Neighborhood Initiatives at Philadelphia Housing Authority supports community engagement and promotes resident programs to enhance community relationships and resident achievement in the Bartram Choice Neighborhood.

• Responsibilities and impact

  The role involves creating promotional materials, coordinating outreach efforts, attending community meetings, building partnerships with residents and agencies, assisting with case management support, and serving as a liaison between community groups and the Choice Neighborhood Initiatives unit.

• Compensation and benefits

  The salary range is $40,574-$50,718 annually with final pay based on qualifications and experience; benefits are not detailed but it is a municipal agency likely offering standard public sector benefits.

• Experience and skills

  Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent with 2 years related experience in community outreach or volunteer work; preferred is a B.A. in Communications or related field; must have a valid Pennsylvania Class C Driver’s License; skills include effective communication, Microsoft Office proficiency, and ability to work independently.

• Work environment and culture

  The work environment is a normal office setting with some travel within the city; flexible schedule including evenings and weekends; PHA values diversity and equal opportunity.

• Company information

  Philadelphia Housing Authority is a municipal agency established in 1937 providing public housing services to over 76,000 residents in Philadelphia, with over 1,100 employees and Moving to Work status allowing innovative housing strategies.

• Job location and travel

  Work is performed in an office and various city sites in Philadelphia with limited travel required, including transporting promotional materials.

• Application process

  Applications are accepted through the Philadelphia Housing Authority's job board at www.pha.phila.gov/jobs.

• Unique job features

  The position is coterminous with an 8-year grant ending in 2031 and involves community-focused project planning and implementation in partnership with residents and local agencies.

Company overview

The Philadelphia Housing Authority (PHA) is the largest landlord in Pennsylvania, providing affordable housing options to low-income residents in Philadelphia. They manage over 14,000 public housing units and administer around 19,000 Housing Choice Vouchers. Established in 1937, PHA aims to create safe, sustainable, and quality housing while promoting self-sufficiency among residents. They generate revenue through federal funding, rent collection, and various grants. Key initiatives include community development projects and partnerships with local organizations to improve living conditions and economic opportunities for residents.

How to land this job

• Position your resume to highlight your experience in community outreach, volunteer coordination, and promotional activities, emphasizing your ability to engage diverse populations and foster partnerships with local agencies and residents.

• Focus on showcasing skills in creating and distributing promotional materials, organizing community events, and effective communication, particularly your proficiency with Microsoft Office and social media for outreach.

• Apply through multiple platforms including the Philadelphia Housing Authority's official jobs board at www.pha.phila.gov/jobs, LinkedIn, and other job boards where the position is listed to maximize your application visibility.

• Connect on LinkedIn with employees in the Resident Programs and Partnerships Department or Choice Neighborhood Initiatives unit at Philadelphia Housing Authority; use ice breakers like asking about recent community projects or expressing your enthusiasm for PHA's impact on local neighborhoods.

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