Associate Director Community Resources

Responsibilities

• Work closely with partners to develop community-based initiatives and sustain the organizational vision
• Build and sustain successful relationships with schools, universities, and community stakeholders
• Engage partners, community organizations, businesses, parents, students, and linked partners in expanding opportunities for service
• Generate and support partnership opportunities that align with BLACK's goals and objectives
• Recruit residents to participate in activities; assist in the development of appropriate recruitment and retention strategies
• Solicit and coordinate internal and external service providers
• Coordinate coalition activities and manage the operation and resource allocation in collaboration with oversight provided by the Community Resources Director, Executive Director, and Director of Operations
• Support a community coalition that supports program development and assessment
• Engage teachers, community organizations, and partners in developing engagement opportunities for community members
• Complete and submit all required administrative documentation and reporting requirements
• Participate in all meetings and professional development activities associated with BLACK's Community-Based Participatory Partnership initiative as required; act as liaison with City departments, outside agencies, volunteers, and citizens
• Maintain knowledge of community partnership program strategies that serve low/middle-income communities
• Lead the organization of individuals, groups, and organizations toward articulated goals

• Minimum of two years of professional experience in nonprofit organizations, youth development, social work, community organizing, or a related field
• Excellent organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills
• Experience with urban public education and youth development practices
• Experience or knowledge of special education is a plus
• Excellent computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• High school diploma or GED plus additional workshops, seminars, or courses in management or business, and three years of supervisory or management experience
• Must have a High School diploma or GED coupled with a combination of workshops, seminars, and/or courses in management or business and three years of supervisory or management experience
• Candidates must live in the United States and preferably in the Chicagoland area