Connections Specialist: Youth & Community Engagement; NCW

Only7

Seconds (O7S) is a national leader in addressing the youth loneliness crisis. By 2035, we aim to have two million youth and young adults experience meaningful, intentional connection. This will result in youth leading less lonely, more socially healthy lives. We will accomplish this by driving multimedia awareness campaigns, deploying evidence-informed resources, and building youth-led programs.

This position will play a critical part of the next phase of our young organization’s growth. The Connections Specialist (CS) will work collaboratively with the Vice President of Programs to expand our reach and impact within Washington State. This part‑time contractor position is responsible for growing programming, organizing local events, and cultivating strong community engagement in the NCW region. This position can grow into a full‑time employee role over time.

Priority given to candidates located in the Chelan, Wenatchee, or Moses Lake areas.

Email Melissa Hosten ( melissa@only7seconds ) your resume and cover letter. Please indicate the area where you are located.

Only7

Seconds is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to giving consideration to all talent in connection to employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected class.

The CS is a contract position. They are responsible for building new partnerships and collaborations as well as deepening current partnerships and collaborations with a focus on communities across North Central Washington. They will accomplish this through community engagement, event coordination, and administrative support.

• Build inroads to and maintain relationships with community stakeholders, including families, schools, educators, community centers, local organizations, community leaders, and volunteers.
• Represent Only7
  
  Seconds at community meetings, events, and forums to enhance visibility and foster partnerships and collaboration.
• Serve as a local advocate for youth mental, behavioral, and social health and well‑being.
• Build and expand Only7
  
  Seconds programming within the region, specifically within schools and community centers serving youth and within schools and community centers in North Central Washington.
• Facilitate workshops, activities, and events that promote connection and social health among youth.

• Plan, coordinate, and execute events that raise awareness about youth loneliness, social health, & connection.
• Manage event logistics, including scheduling, marketing, and volunteer coordination.
• Evaluate the success of events and suggest improvements for future initiatives.

• Support the monitoring of program participation, outcomes, and community feedback to assess impact and inform strategic planning.
• Maintain communication records and ensure timely follow‑up with clients and partners.
• Ensure compliance with Only7
  
  Seconds policies and procedures.

• Tenacious:
  You push projects and tasks to completion, ensuring desired results are achieved. You thrive on finishing things, checking items off lists, and seeing projects through to the end.
• A Catalyzer:
  You provide support and assistance to others, ensuring projects move forward and tasks are completed. You inspire others to join your efforts and take on a project or idea.
• Self‑motivated:
  You are proactive and take initiative on open‑ended projects with little oversight.

• Excels at community engagement by engaging others with passion and authenticity
• Successful track record of supporting and/or leading projects and successfully completing them.
• Proven ability to multi‑task and manage time well; excels at managing multiple projects at once
• Extremely well‑organized and detail oriented
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, develop partnerships, and engage communities.
• A self‑starter, with a track record of accomplishment…