Engagement Coordinator jobs in Kaneohe, HI

Community Engagement Coordinator

The Legal Aid Society of Hawaii, a non-profit law firm, endeavors to provide civil legal services throughout the State of Hawaii to those most in need. Our mission is to address critical legal needs through high quality legal advocacy, outreach and education in the pursuit of fairness and justice. If working in a meaningful and rewarding environment is what you're searching for, and if you have been desiring work life balance, please review the position requirements below.

Position: Full-Time Community Engagement Coordinator. The Community Engagement Coordinator is responsible for coordination of Homeless and Health Care Navigator Outreach Specialists, & other future outreach projects Statewide. In coordination with the Managing Attorney, identifies outreach locations and coordinates with partner sites for scheduling and logistics. In coordination with the Managing Attorney and Grants department works to ensure that staffing assignments and outreach efforts match and meet grant outcomes. The Coordinator also participates in providing legal services within the various outreach projects.

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

· Maintain and update outreach calendar including staffing.

· Primary point of contact for partner agencies regarding outreach needs, locations, schedules.

· In consultation with Managing Attorney, identify possible additional outreach locations and partners.

· Maintain knowledge of all the grants, outcomes, timelines, etc…. and ensuring that staffing and outreach sites are appropriate to meet grant expectations.

· Providing outreach and legal services in the community as needed.

Qualifications: Candidates should meet the following minimum job qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree or relevant educational experience. Strong writing and editing skills required.

· Strong organizational skills required.

· At least 3 years of experience in client services and outreach.

· Demonstrable experience conducting successful outreach campaigns to disadvantaged and low-income populations.

· Demonstrable commitment to social justice or experience working with disadvantaged and/or low-income population, or issues affecting low-income populations required.

· Experience working collaboratively and maintain good working relationships within diverse and interdependent teams.

· Culturally sensitive and able to work well with diverse, low-income populations.

· Able to meet deadlines and perform multiple tasks with attention to detail.

· Able to work under pressure in an empathetic and professional manner.

· Willingness to accept additional responsibilities as experience grows and opportunities present themselves and to expand responsibilities as deemed necessary.

· Fluency in a language other than English a plus.

· Must have driver’s license, access to a vehicle, and/or reliable transportation.

Compensation: $20.09-26.63 per hour commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Our organization embraces work life balance by offering our team a structured work week designed to achieve work excellence and ample time off to recharge, refresh and pursue individual passions.

Benefits include:

· Two medical insurance providers offering 4 different plans to select from, free single coverage and employer contribution to premiums share for dependents.

· Dental insurance.

· 401K plan with employer matching.

· Life Insurance for employees and dependents.

· Free long-term care and long-term disability insurance.

· Parental leave plan with 8 weeks of fully paid leave available after one year of employment.

· Free employee assistance plan - up to 6 sessions per year also available for household members.

· Paid time off includes 21 days of vacation, 12 sick days, one personal day and 14 paid holidays annually (15 during Election Year).

This position is currently a hybrid of remote and in-office work based on a weekly rotation schedule. Hybrid working condition is subject to change.

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to jobs@legalaidhawaii.org. No calls please.

This job posting does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. The position requirements, duties, and offered benefits are subject to change.

The Legal Aid Society of Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Employer. More information about Legal Aid can be found at www.legalaidhawaii.org

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.09 - $26.63 per hour

Expected hours: 37.50 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Cover letter detailing your interest in this position is required. Three professional references required.

Work Location: In person