Federal Programs Community Liaison; Temporary

Federal Programs Community Liaison(Temporary)

Position Type:
Classified/ School/Community Liaison

Date Posted: 9/28/2026

Location:

District Wide

In-District Bargaining Unit Members October 2, 2026. If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit member, outside applicants will be considered thereafter until filled.

Approximately October 15, 2026 .Exact date to be determined by the district.

This is a temporary position for the 2026/2027 school year only

4 hours/day, 196 days/year

Salary Range 16 $ 27.42 to $37.58/hour

Salary Range 16 (To be paid at range 17 once bilingual proficiency is verified) $27.42 to $37.58/hour (Range 10: $28.24-$38.68)

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the desired qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our desired qualifications described.

If you are unsure whether you meet the desired qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources to discuss your application. Preference will be given to those applicants with work or lived experience with culturally, linguistically and racially diverse communities.

The purpose of the Federal Programs/Community Liaison is to support students and families served by Federal Programs including our Newcomer Program, Multilingual Learners, McKinney-Vento, Title Programs, and Foster Care, among others. The Community Liaison will assist families with accessing resources and support for district and community-based referrals, support student engagement, and provide district-level translation and interpretation services. This position will also support staff with data entry and preparation.

Strong communication skills, trauma-informed care, and cultural competency are essential for this position. Spanish-speaking applicants are highly preferred. This is a grant-funded position.

• Education Required:
  High School Diploma or equivalent
• Two years of post-secondary education (72 college quarter hours or more), an Associate's or higher degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred
• Prior job-related experience paid or volunteer with school-age children and families
• Licenses, Certifications, Binding, and/or Testing
  
  Required:
  
  Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance, First Aid and Bloodborne Pathogen training
• Access to a vehicle, Oregon Driver's License, and insurance

• Designated language (listening, speaking, reading, writing)
• Principles of child development and instructional processes
• Office practices and procedures

• Performing basic clerical functions, perform basic arithmetic calculations
• Operating standard office equipment (including the use of specific computer applications)
• The use of English in verbal and written form, use correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling
• Ability to gather sensitive and often complex information from students, parents, and professionals while maintaining privacy and confidentiality
• Ability to interact with people with varying levels of education and from diverse backgrounds-communication is professional, pleasant, and clear
• Effective communication with students, parents, community members, and colleagues
• Understanding and carrying out oral and written instructions
• Time management (meeting scheduled deadlines, with or without direct supervision
• Reading, interpreting, and applying rules, regulations, policies
• Rapidly learning methods and materials used in a variety of professional situations

• Provides language support by phone, Google meets, or in-person to schedule meetings, remind parents of appointments, and support parent/staff two-way communication
• Translates written coummunication/s such as emails, notes, letters, newsletters, and basic forms
• Supports staff with gathering information from students, parents, and the community by interpreting when necessary
• Performs data collecting and recordkeeping for the purpose of documenting contacts, and assisting with federal program processes
• Interprets for information sessions and events organized by Gresham-Barlow Federal Programs or the district office
• Works with staff to ensure information, services, and support options are clearly…