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Description
As an organization grounded in the Latino community of Washington State, it is the mission of El Centro de la Raza (The Center for People of All Races) to build the Beloved Community through unifying all racial and economic sectors; to organize, empower, and defend the basic human rights of our most vulnerable and marginalized populations; and to bring critical consciousness, justice, dignity, and equity to all the peoples of the world.
Micro
We are planning to have some micro level opportunities, specifically with our Mt. Baker Redevelopment Project. We are planning some community engagement events and artist charettes to gather input on the design of various aspects of the project. This feedback could be provided by future residents, and/or other community members.
Mezzo
Many community engagement opportunities.
Macro
El Centro de la Raza's Housing & Economic Development is proud to manage a variety of affordable housing complexes & child development centers throughout the Seattle area, with new developments being constructed in the Columbia City, Mount Baker, and North Beacon Hill neighborhoods. This person will be responsible for providing project management support for our latest affordable housing developments under construction, during lease up, or in pre-construction phases. Part of this role may also involve community engagement, interfacing with the public, collecting data, and analyzing that data to shape our future affordable housing and community centers. In addition, project work may involve supporting new Child Development Centers and asset management related tasks.
Required Experience
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Must have work experience in an office environment and adhere to office protocol.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and proofreading skills
• Bilingual Spanish/English both written and oral fluency preferred.
Required/Preferred Languages
Bilingual Spanish/English both written and oral fluency preferred.
How to Apply
Contact: Cindy Lopez (clopez@elcentrodelaraza.org, 206.957.4625) and Mandela Gardner (volunteer@elcentrodelaraza.org, 205.957.4602)
Applications accepted until position is filled
