Community Outreach Specialist

Description

POSITION:                            Community Outreach Specialist

JOB CLASS/GRADE:             Specialist 1/Grade 8

WAGE:                                    Starting at $24,786 per year based on experience

FLSA; EEO; WC:                    Non-Exempt; Professional; 8864

LOCATIONS:                         Slavic and Eastern European Center (SEEC) 555 SE 99th AVE, Suite 101, Portland, OR 97216

                                                Hybrid schedule

FTE; FT/PT; STATUS:            0.5 FTE; Part-Time with Benefits; Regular

NUMBER OF POSITIONS: (1)

APPLY AT:                              www.irco.org 

STATUS:                                 Part-Time with Benefits

PROGRAM(S):                       Driving Youth ODOT

SECTOR/DIVISION:              Slavic and Eastern European Center (SEEC)  

REQUIREMENTS:                  English fluency required; Bilingual/trilingual in English and Ukrainian, Russian languages. 

                                                 Must possess a valid driver’s license and verification of current auto-insurance

This job announcement is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this job. This is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Program Summary
The project provides outreach and in-person education/trainings. The program focuses on preventing destructive driving and traffic safety education workshops in various locations including SEEC and Schools in Multnomah, Washington and Clackamas counties. The project serves Slavic & Eastern European youth and families. 

Position Summary
This position will be responsible for outreach to Slavic and Eastern European youth and families, using ODOT traffic safety materials and partnership with other organizations which provide traffic safety education workshops. Besides outreach and educational workshops, the Community Outreach Specialist will provide one-on-one educational sessions with teens. The Community Outreach Specialist will collect data and feedback from participants, write reports including successes and challenges.

Essential Functions

• Support program manager in meeting IRCO's Program Management Standards and engaging in continuous learning for program improvement.
• Ability to provide outreach to Slavic and Eastern European Youth and Families
• Proficient in organizing educational workshops
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with partner organizations
• Experienced in conducting one on one coaching
• Knowledgeable in collecting demographics, surveys and evaluating results
• Proficient in preparing reports

Secondary Functions

• Ability to work flexible hours to meet the availability of clients
• Ability to courteously meet and deal effectively with other employees, agency      representatives, public and others
• Strong communication skills in a multilingual organization
• Other duties might be assigned as needed by a supervisor

Requirements

Education & Experience

• High School or some college coursework, or equivalent professional experience.
• Typically requires a minimum of 0-2 years of professional experience. 
• Bilingual in English and fluent in both of the following languages required: Ukrainian and Russian (with the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing) ability to translate written and verbal information into concepts that are understandable for community members
• Has background, and/or experience in working with immigrant and refugee communities and understanding the cultural values and beliefs of that community
• Must be proficient in the English language, oral and written communication skills commensurate with the needs of the position.
• Minimum of two years of experience community outreach services, advocacy and social support

Physical, Mental, & Environmental Requirements

• Hybrid Setting job
• Position requires little physical effort such as lifting, carrying, or constant movement, but does allow for movement needed to complete work tasks
• Work under close supervision
• Well protected environment with minimal hazards or obstacles
• Stable work schedule with no fluctuations

Supervisory Responsibilities

Positions at this level are not responsible for any supervisory functions, or responsibilities, but may occasionally be asked to orient and/or train new employees or volunteers.

What We Offer

IRCO is a very employee-friendly workplace and offers great benefit package to our staff:

• Many flexible working arrangements and schedule
• Amazing opportunity to work with people who come from all over the world
• Work that helps your community 
• 3 to 6 weeks of PTO per year 
• 401k match of over 100% on first 5%, immediate vesting 
• 3% match for student loans or college savings 
• 12 Paid Holidays and 1 Floating Holiday
• Medical & Dental insurance options with 85% coverage for employee AND Families, no deductibles
• Employer Paid Life, Short term, and Long-term Disability Insurance 
• Flexible spending account

Required Engagement

Engage fully in recommended professional development, as well as other assigned or required training activities.  This engagement can also include participation in optional activities that embrace IRCO’s mission, vision, and values-based initiatives.

How To Apply

1. Complete the IRCO application in our Careers Portal: IRCO Application for Employment.  
2. Upload your resume and cover letter addressing your qualifications for this position IRCO Careers.  
3. For questions about this position, please email jobs@irco.org

Please note that physical applications are accessible from IRCO’s main office, 10301 NE Glisan, Portland, OR 97220. Due to the high volume of applications received, we will not be able to contact applicants or return calls regarding applications. Complete applications should include a cover letter, resume, and IRCO application. 

IRCO is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any characteristics protected by law. We will make reasonable accommodations to meet our obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state disability laws.