Community Engagement Assistant – Entry Level

hhv; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Competitive pay

Advancement opportunities

Mentorship

Team environment

Hands-on experience

Community events

Job summary

hhv is seeking an Entry-Level Community Engagement Assistant to join our growing team. No prior professional experience is required — we provide paid training, hands-on support, and opportunities for professional growth.

In this role, you’ll connect with community members, promote our programs, and represent the organization at events. This is ideal for recent graduates or career changers looking to develop communication and teamwork skills through hands-on community work.

Qualifications

• No prior professional experience required.
• Friendly, outgoing and comfortable talking with new people.
• Reliable, motivated, and willing to learn.
• Positive and professional; able to work independently or in a team.
• Organized and able to manage multiple tasks.
• Interested in community outreach, communications, marketing, customer service, or nonprofit work.

Responsibilities

• Engage with community members in a friendly, professional manner.
• Represent our organization at community events and local initiatives.
• Introduce community members to our programs and services.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with community members and partners.
• Assist with outreach campaigns and promotional activities.
• Answer questions and provide helpful information.
• Work with teammates to achieve engagement goals.
• Maintain accurate records of outreach activities.
• Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and development activities.

Skills

Friendly

Outgoing

Reliable

Motivated

Willing to learn

Team player

Organized

Job description

Community Engagement Assistant – Entry Level

We’re looking for an Entry-Level Community Engagement Assistant to join our growing team. No prior professional experience is required — we provide paid training, hands‑on support, and opportunities for professional growth.

In this role, you’ll help connect our organization with members of the local community, build positive relationships, share information about our programs and initiatives, and represent our organization at community events.

This is a great opportunity for recent graduates, individuals starting their first career, career changers, and anyone looking to develop valuable communication and professional skills.

What You’ll Do

• Engage with community members in a friendly and professional manner
• Represent our organization at community events, outreach activities, and local initiatives
• Help introduce community members to our programs, services, and initiatives
• Build and maintain positive relationships with community members and partners
• Assist with outreach campaigns and promotional activities
• Answer questions and provide helpful information
• Work closely with team members to achieve community engagement goals
• Maintain accurate records of outreach and engagement activities
• Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and professional development activities

What We’re Looking For

You do not need previous experience to apply.

We’re looking for candidates who are:

• Friendly, outgoing, and comfortable talking with new people
• Reliable, motivated, and willing to learn
• Positive and professional
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
• Organized and able to manage multiple tasks
• Interested in community outreach, communications, marketing, customer service, or nonprofit/community work

Great Fit for:

• Recent high school or college graduates
• College students seeking professional experience
• Customer service or hospitality professionals
• Retail, sales, or event experience
• Candidates with volunteer or community involvement
• Anyone looking to build communication and leadership skills

We value attitude, communication, and willingness to learn over years of experience.

What We Offer

• Paid training — no prior experience required
• Competitive hourly pay
• Opportunities for advancement
• Professional development and mentorship
• Positive, team-oriented work environment
• Hands‑on experience in community engagement and communications
• Opportunities to attend community events and networking activities