Temporary Program Coordinator We All Belong Campaign (Part Time Austin Equity and Inclusion)

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Job Description:

Purpose:

Under general supervision or working independently this position is responsible for coordination of a variety of community activities and programs.

Duties Functions and Responsibilities:

Essential duties and functions pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Develops and implements a variety of programs projects and activities.

• Coordinates with existing organizations to address community economic or social service needs.

• Conducts needs assessments and meets with community residents leaders and community groups to identify needs and available resources.

• Collaborates with other organizations to plan and develop programs and activities or improve coordination of existing services.

• Research funding sources develops short- and long-range plans and compiles informational reports.

• Serve as City representative before community groups businesses and/or the media.

• Recruits trains and supervises volunteers.

• Assists in the development and monitoring of project and/or program budgets.

• Assists in the development of short- and long-range plans.

• Assists in the development and implementation of operating policies and procedures.

• Ensures compliance with City and other regulatory agency requirements and policies.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

May provide leadership work assignments evaluation training and guidance to others.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Must possess required knowledge skills abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate with or without reasonable accommodations that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of applicable processes techniques and methods.

• Knowledge of City practice policy and procedures.

• Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations.

• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.

• Skill in using computers and related software applications.

• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.

• Skill in conducting presentations on behalf of a public entity.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with City employees and the public.

• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.

• Ability to train others.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation with a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to the job plus three (3) years of experience in a field related to the job.

• Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

None.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in human rights and equity work

• Experience with ArcGIS or similar dashboard skill set in managing and collecting data

• Experience with community engagement and strategic planning

Notes to Candidate:

Specific Job Details

• Support the We All Belong initiative by coordinating and implementing inclusive community engagement activitiesorganizing events listening sessions and outreach efforts to build trust and participation among diverse residents; proactively connect with community partners advocacy groups and neighborhood associations; attend and document community meetings to capture input and identify themes; and ensure accessibility translation and representation of historically underrepresented voices in all engagement efforts.

• Manage and maintain initiative-related data systems and dashboards by collecting organizing and updating engagement and participation metrics; support development of user-friendly dashboards (e.g. Power BI Tableau or similar tools) to visualize program impact; troubleshoot and resolve basic technical issues with virtual meetings or online tools; collaborate with IT or communications teams to ensure data accuracy accessibility and transparency; and assist in generating visuals or reports that translate data insights into meaningful community-focused outcomes.

• Contribute to clear consistent and inclusive communication efforts for the We All Belong initiativedrafting reports summaries newsletters and presentation materials for internal and public audiences; maintaining alignment with the Citys equity and inclusion messaging; assisting with development of outreach content and updates for digital platforms; and supporting documentation and evaluation of engagement activities to inform future strategies and share progress with leadership and the community.

Austin Equity and Inclusion is hiring a part time temporary Program Specialist within the Human Rights Division. This position will be responsible for equity work with the We All Belong Campaign and the Anti Hate dashboard.

• The We All Belong Campaign powered by Austin Against Hate connects with community partners committed to ending hate and bias. This position will support the data and management of the We All Belong website where acts of hate can be reported website visitors can explore Austin police data and visitors can learn more about how to participate in events - click here for more information Anti Hate dashboard this position will act as the lead for the Anti Hate dashboard which is an ArcGIS based platform for reporting hate incidents. This will include informing the public of the dashboard and how it works in the form by engaging with the community.

• Planning and hosting monthly events to foster belonging.

Austin Equity and Inclusion enforce local fair employment and fair housing ordinances under contract with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The Department leads the equity assessment process and provides consultation to identify and address current and emerging equity and inclusion issues guiding departments in the development implementation and evaluation of policies practices and programs addressing their impacts on equity.

The Department works strategically to promote visibility transparency accountability and responsibility with the primary goal of ensuring fair treatment for all individuals in the areas of Employment Housing Fair Chance Title VI Title II Veteran Services and Public Accommodations.

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Benefits:

This position is part-time and temporary and is not eligible for benefits.

Salary: $22.05 per hour

Location: One Texas Center 505 Barton Springs Road Suite 500 Austin TX 78704

Hours: Monday Friday 20 hours a week Part Time position. This position is expected to work in office for the first six months of employment.

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