COMMUNITY NAVIGATOR - FIXED TERM BENEFITTED

Company: City of Peoria
Location: Peoria
Posted on: October 16, 2024

Job Description:

Community Navigator - Fixed Term Benefitted
$61980 - $76,855
Other
Full-time
Yes
Oct 6, 2024
Join Our Team Position Title: Community Navigator (Fixed Term Benefitted) To view all salary ranges for the City of Peoria, please click here. Tell me more... The Community Navigator position is a fixed term position and will be a collaborated effort involving community assistance, community engagement and pandemic-related outreach function to connect with citizens in need. The Community Navigator will work in multiple capacities to connect with vulnerable populations, those affected by the pandemic and/or facing hardships. This position will proactively work with residents out of the Resource Center and by getting into neighborhoods to connect with them directly, thereby eliminating a major obstacle for residents to access government and services available to them. To view the full job description, work environment and physical demands, click here. The ideal candidate for this position will have:

• A vast experience in community outreach, public speaking, teaching and/or training.
• Experience working with vulnerable populations.
• Comfort working in an unpredictable environment with individuals who may be experiencing homelessness, housing issues, legal issues, financial issues and health, mental health or substance use challenges.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• An ability to value diversity and be conscious of inherent cultural difference.
• The ability to coordinate and implement support packages to people in crisis.
• Experiencing connecting individuals and families with community-based resources.
• An ability to be a self-motivated individual with a passion for providing exceptional customer service to both internal and external stakeholders.
  A successful team member will also possess the following:
  • Relationship Building: Demonstrated ability to cultivate and maintain a wide range of partnerships and relationships to effectively deliver services to Peoria's most vulnerable residents.
  • Communication Skills: Proficiency in communicating clearly, concisely, honestly, and persuasively with a diverse audience, including staff, leaders, elected officials, other municipalities, non-profit agencies, community partners, and residents.
  • Independent and Teamwork: Capability to work both independently and collaboratively, ensuring the timely and effective completion of projects and tasks.
  • Event Planning: Expertise in planning and hosting resource and educational events that engage and inform the community.
  • Adaptability: Flexibility to quickly adapt to changing priorities and environments.
    Why Peoria? Recently voted the #1 place, to live, work and play, Peoria is a community you can be proud to work for. Take a look at the great benefits offered to eligible employees: Click here to view benefits offered. About Peoria The City of Peoria, AZ is a thriving city in the Northwest Valley that provides excellent municipal services to our community. Recently named by AZ Big Media as the Best Place to Live, Work, and Play, we are committed to maintaining the level of service to our residents to sustain and enhance the lives and culture of Peoria. If you are passionate about providing excellent service through anticipating our community's needs, creating partnerships, promoting sustainability, and embracing diversity, then #PeoriaisthePlace for you! Get an inside look at the Culture of Peoria We are: P-Professional-E-Ethical-O-Open-R-Responsive-I-Innovative-A-Accountable Application Process: Applications will be accepted for current vacancies until the posted closing date, or until a sufficient number of applications have been received. Applicants will be notified of any next steps by email and/or phone. DURING THE SELECTION PROCESS, ANY APPLICANT REQUIRING ACCOMMODATION FOR A DISABILITY SHOULD ADVISE THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT EMPLOYMENT@PEORIAAZ.GOV OR 623-773-7100. AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AGENCY MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
    • Education: Bachelor's degree in a field directly related to Social Work, Human Services or Community Outreach and/or Engagement.
      
      • Equivalency: Equivalent years of experience are equal to one (1) year of relevant experience for every one (1) year of education required.
        
        
      • Experience: Minimum of three (3) years' experience in neighborhood programs, initiatives such as working as an advocate for residents in diverse and vulnerable communities, project management and related experience.
      • License: Valid Arizona Driver's License upon hire.
      • Bilingual: English/Spanish
        PREFERRED/DESIREABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
        • Experience in a municipal or government setting.
        • Experience collecting, analyzing and reporting data, including the development of dashboards or performance reports.
        • Experience working with citizen groups, community leaders and elected officials.

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