Community Engagement Coordinator

About Portland Housing Center

Portland Housing Center (PHC) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1991 with support from the City of Portland, local banks, and a concerned community. We were founded to ensure all Portland residents have equal access to information and resources to achieve homeownership. Today, we serve the 5-county Portland metro area and provide financial services across the state of Oregon.

We specialize in providing homebuyers with education, counseling, financial resources, and other homebuying support. We are seeking a creative and community-centered individual to serve as a full time Bilingual Community Engagement Coordinator. This position plays a vital role in expanding our reach to Portland’s Spanish-speaking and Latinx communities and advancing our strategic goals around equity, outreach, and access.

Mission

Everyone deserves access to homeownership. Portland Housing Center makes it possible through quality education, counseling and financial services.

Position Summary

The Community Engagement Coordinator develops and executes PHC’s community outreach strategy, with a focus on increasing participation among Spanish-speaking and Latinx households. This role will collaborate with internal teams and external partners to grow awareness of PHC services through a host of outreach initiatives, including, but limited to, tabling and community events, coordinating volunteers, and contributing to social media and marketing efforts.

The ideal candidate is bilingual (Spanish/English), culturally responsive, with the ability to confidently engage with Spanish-speaking clients and stakeholders, highly organized, and passionate about equitable access to homeownership.

Reports to:

Strategic Initiatives Manager

Major Responsibilities

• Implement a culturally specific outreach plan targeting Spanish-speaking and Latinx communities

• Staff tabling events, community fairs, and outreach activities in partnership with PHC program staff

• Collaborate with the Strategic Initiatives Manager and Homeownership team to increase client registrations and engagement

• Coordinate and support outreach events, including logistics, promotion, and volunteer recruitment

• Build and maintain relationships with community-based organizations, local employers, churches, and media outlets

• Manage or support PHC’s social media presence, ensuring culturally appropriate and engaging content

• Translate and adapt outreach materials and messaging as needed

• Track outreach activities and assist in evaluating engagement impact

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Fluent in Spanish and English (spoken and written)

• Experience in community outreach, engagement, or organizing — preferably in a nonprofit, housing, or culturally specific setting

• Strong relationship-building and public communication skills

• Experience planning or staffing outreach events, workshops, or tabling

• Familiarity with social media, Canva, and/or digital marketing tools preferred

• Comfortable working independently and as part of a cross-functional team

• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and economic justice for underserved communities

• Knowledge of homeownership services, housing access, or financial empowerment a plus

• Exceptional organizational and written communication skills

• Experience in public speaking and presenting to diverse audiences

• Commitment to racial equity, affordable housing, and community-driven solutions

• Proficient with Microsoft Office; Salesforce or grant tracking software experience preferred

Working Conditions

Normal office environment. Some lifting required (20-40 lbs.). Ability to work frequent evenings and weekends. Travel to other training locations is periodically required.

PHC provides a normal office environment. This is a Full-Time, 40 hour/week exempt position located in Portland, OR. PHC operates on a hybrid work model (currently at least two (2) 8-hour days per week in the office), which is subject to change.

The salary range for this position is $56,000 - $61,000 per year, commensurate with experience and skills.

Portland Housing Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, creed, sex, national origin, religion, age, handicap, disability, sexual orientation, family relationship, marital status, political affiliation or any other reason prohibited by law.

Furthermore, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every single requirement listed. Research shows that women and people of color often hesitate to apply unless they meet all the qualifications listed—but we believe that passion, potential, and diverse perspectives are just as important. If this role excites you and you think you could be a great fit, we want to hear from you! We are committed to building an inclusive organization, which includes individuals from less traditional backgrounds. Your unique experiences and insights are valued and could have a meaningful impact on the work we do.

How to apply

Submit Cover Letter & Resume by email to hr@portlandhousingcenter.org. The initial review of applicants will take place on or around Monday, November 17th, 2025. The position will remain open until filled. We appreciate your interest in this position. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Incomplete submissions will not be considered.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $51,000.00 - $61,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Loan forgiveness
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Portland, OR 97232