Program Coordinator

PROGRAM COORDINATOR  

 
Organization: Hacienda Community Development Corporation  
Date Posted: April 16, 2024 
Location: Portland, OR 
Position Type: Full-time, in-person during training period, hybrid after (2 days in-office, two at home) 
Primary Job Functions: Administrative Assistance, Event Coordination 
Educational Requirements: Other 
Experience Requirements: At least four years 
Salary Range: $48,000 – 51,000 annually, paid hourly  

 
Description & Details : 

 
Hacienda CDC , a trusted community development corporation that strengthens individuals and families through affordable housing, holistic services, and advocacy, is searching for a proactive Program Coordinator to be the welcoming hand who leads those with ideas to a pathway of possibilities . 
When you join the Empresarios Team at Hacienda CDC, you join a team dedicated to helping small food business owners from underserved communities achieve financial stability. Your position will focus on acting as the first point of contact for potential clients, event coordination, networking and promoting the program at events, managing projects, and more. 
The ideal candidate must be bilingual in English and Spanish and enjoy working with a variety of people. They are creative in finding solutions, have a keen eye for detail, and are sure to follow through and complete their tasks. They will demonstrate exceptional customer service and communication skills and take joy in seeing a client's idea come to fruition.  
Does this sound like you? If so, we offer : 
A mission focused on connecting low-income households and communities of color to new opportunities that support youth, families, and people on their journeys to start businesses or buy homes. 
A team that has a genuine interest and enthusiasm for food businesses and their clients and sees the potential in each of them.  
An opportunity for you to utilize your strengths in structure while at the same time having the creative freedom to find solutions.  
A starting salary of $48,000 - $51,000 per year (paid hourly) and a generous benefits package. 
This position's primary responsibilities include : 
Serving as the initial point of contact for all phone, email, and walk-in inquiries regarding our programming and services. 
Assisting clients in completing the application process and gathering of supporting/required documentation.  
Managing and maintaining comprehensive and confidential client records for programming and reporting purposes. 
Managing event/program logistics and execution, including room reservations, vendor management, catering, audio/visual technology, event registration, and more. 
Coordinating program promotions at events, including securing marketing materials, staffing, table set-up/take down, etc. 
Working closely with the internal communications team and the Program Manager to execute marketing and communication activities.  
Promoting the program with local partners and service providers. 
Providing project management support to the team to help the team stay on track to complete goals and deadlines. 

 
Our ideal candidate must have : 
Four years of work experience in the food industry, program coordination, economic development, social work, or client counseling environments. 
A commitment to providing outstanding customer service. 
The ability to process and respond positively to a high volume of emails, calls, and voicemails with clarity and accuracy. 
A cooperative manner and the ability to be a team player who also works well independently.  
The ability to take initiative and solve problems yet recognize when to ask for further guidance and support.  
The ability to prioritize work and remain organized to meet deadlines.  
Demonstrate a genuine interest and enthusiasm for community development and working with the Latino and other marginalized communities.  
A flexible schedule to be able to support occasional events (at least once per month) held on evenings and weekends. 
The ability to operate office equipment, word processing software, MS Office/Google Office Suite, and client management databases.  
The ability to speak, write, and understand Spanish. 

 
It would be great if you also have : 
An associate degree with coursework in areas such as food, business, planning, social work, communication, or education).  
A background in entrepreneurship or small business development.  
Experience using project management software (e.g., Asana) and thorough knowledge of running meetings using Zoom.  
NOTE TO CANDIDATES : 
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every single one of the qualifications as described in a job description.? Hacienda CDC is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization, and we strongly encourage you to apply, even if you do not believe you meet every one of the qualifications as described or if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for or perform job duties.  Check out our other open positions at HaciendaCDC.org/careers BENEFITS: Medical/Vision (HMO, PPO, HDHP options) Dental (PPO, HMO/ortho) Hacienda covers 90% of employee-only health premiums, 70% of family health premiums, 100% dental 4-Day Workweek - usually Monday - Thursday Paid Time Off (0-2 yrs/3.6 weeks, 3-4 yrs/4.6 weeks, 5-9 yrs/5.6 weeks)10 paid holidays per year 40I(k) Plan, 2% company match Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Health Spending Account (HSA) Paid Parental Leave – 6 weeks Tuition Reimbursement Professional Development Laptop Monthly cell phone stipend Long-term disability insurance Life insurance Employee Assistance Program LOCATION: Hacienda CDC headquarters are located in the Cully neighborhood, near the Portland Airport.
ABOUT HACIENDA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (CDC) Hacienda CDC is a Latino-led Community Development Corporation that strengthens families by providing affordable housing, homeownership support, economic advancement and educational opportunities.
Hacienda CDC was formed in 1986 to provide necessary housing and supportive services in Cully, a low-income, predominantly Latinx community. Today we have 11 affordable housing communities with over 730 affordable rental homes in North and Northeast Portland, Gresham, and Molalla, serving over 2,100 people each year, and new affordable homes in development in Oregon City. We embrace a holistic approach to development and serving Latinos throughout the region with programs in community economic development, homeownership, and youth and family services. Over the last 30 years, we have grown to become Oregon's largest Latino-led, Latino-serving housing organization.
We are a group of dedicated professionals committed to quality outcomes. We also value work-life balance and self-care so that we remain strong and sustainable over the long term.
PAY: The salary and wage range Hacienda advertises for the position means that the starting pay offered to the candidate will fall within the range posted. We recognize that each candidate brings with them a unique combination of experiences, education, skills, and abilities; therefore, the offer will be tailored to the individual.
A bilingual Spanish premium of up to 3% is available after 90 days upon successful completion of a language assessment. (According to policy, even if language is not required or preferred, a person can get a 1% increase).
TO APPLY: Please submit a resume and cover letter explaining your interest in the position. If you require special assistance in completing your application, please call .
HACIENDA CDC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Read more about our Affirmative Action Program for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities by visiting: haciendacdc.org/affirmative-action-policy