Community Organizer

Mutual Housing; California; On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (Medical, Dental, Vis

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off and holidays

401K with company match

Job summary

Mutual Housing seeks a dedicated Community Organizer to support residents and neighborhoods across multiple MHC sites in California. The role emphasizes leadership development, community engagement, and partnership-building to create equitable, sustainable housing where residents lead positive change.

The position is full-time, based on-site in California, with typical hours Monday–Friday. Compensation starts at $26.50 per hour, with a strong benefits package including Kaiser medical coverage

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform essential duties with a focus on resident leadership and community empowerment.
• High school diploma or GED required; experience in diverse, low-income communities preferred.
• Fluency in additional languages is a plus.
• Background checks and mandated reporter training may be required.

Responsibilities

• Develop resident leadership and strengthen community power in Sacramento.
• Coordinate meetings, trainings, events, and volunteer activities.
• Collaborate with Partners, Property Management, and Communications teams to center residents.
• Enter data and assist with program reports and evaluations.

Skills

Community organizing

Relationship building

Outreach and engagement

Public service mindset

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Office

Job description

We look forward to meeting you! If you’re inspired to join a mission-driven team dedicated to affordable housing and community empowerment, we want to hear from you! Together, let’s create sustainable, affordable housing where residents and communities thrive!

OUR BENEFITS PACKAGE IS TOP TIER:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Employee Assistant Program: Kaiser plan fully covered for Employee and dependents; Employees do not pay anything out of pocket for full coverage for themselves and their dependents
• Optional Life, Long Term Disability, Critical Illness, Identity Theft Protection and Accident Insurance
• Generous paid time off, including 16 paid holidays which includes the week between Christmas and New Years
• 2 Floating Holidays (16 hours)
• 401K Plan with company match up to 6%

Position: Community Organizer

Location: Multiple MHC Sites

Hours: Full Time, Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 5:30 pm

Compensation: $26.50 per hour, depending on experience

Summary

Mutual Housing California brings people and resources together to develop, manage, and support sustainable affordable housing where residents are partners in advancing equitable communities. One of the primary ways we do this is through the work led by our Community Organizing program, which includes resident leadership training, sustainability efforts, and comprehensive community development.

We celebrate and value our diversity and the unique gifts and talents each individual brings. Our organization and communities are actively incorporating policies and practices that advance racial diversity and meaningfully include and reflect diverse voices.

Mutual Housing is seeking a dedicated, relationship-centered Community Organizer to support residents and neighborhoods in Sacramento. This role works alongside residents to identify priorities, build collective leadership, strengthen community participation, and support resident-driven efforts that improve neighborhood safety, wellbeing, and belonging.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Resident Leadership Development and Community Power-Building
  • Recruit and build relationships with resident leaders and potential community volunteers in an inclusive manner through one-on-one meetings, mailings, phone calls, community events, and other outreach methods.
  • Guide residents in recognizing and addressing key issues that inspire collective action.
  • Support individual resident leaders with leadership development tools, training, coaching, and opportunities for growth.
• Help residents navigate and better understand systems that affect their lives at the community, institutional, and government levels.
  • Conduct community assessments and ongoing listening efforts to understand issues affecting residents in Sacramento.
• Community Engagement, Program Planning, and Events
  • Plan, coordinate, and host resident meetings, workshops, trainings, events, and volunteer engagement activities.
  • Demonstrate understanding of resident issues within the Sacramento community and the broader region.
  • Respond to residents with professionalism, compassion, courtesy, and strong customer service.
  • Apply conflict mediation and crisis intervention skills as needed, or demonstrate willingness to learn and grow in these areas.
  • Support resident-led projects and initiatives that strengthen belonging, civic engagement, and neighborhood identity.
  • Incorporate arts, culture, storytelling, and other creative placemaking approaches into organizing efforts when appropriate to reflect community history, culture, and aspirations.
• Partnerships and Collaboration
  • Build and maintain relationships with community partners to expand opportunities and resources for residents.
  • Coordinate with neighborhood organizations, coalitions, public agencies, and community-based partners for training, advocacy, and resident power-building efforts.
  • Collaborate with internal teams, including Property Management and Communications, to support a cohesive, resident-centered approach and amplify resident voices.
• Data, Reporting, and Evaluation
  • Accurately and efficiently enter data into Salesforce or other tracking systems to maintain accurate records of outreach, activities, resident participation, and program outcomes.
  • Assist with surveys, interviews, and other evaluation tools to assess resident priorities and measure program effectiveness.
  • Complete monthly, quarterly, and annual reports in a timely manner, including program reports, client surveys, success stories, event summaries, and program photos.
  • Adhere to all confidentiality requirements set forth by Mutual Housing.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience and proficiency in working in diverse, low-income communities with cultural competency and sensitivity, and inclusive practices.
• Fluency in a second language, such as Spanish, Cantonese, Vietnamese, Tagalog, or Russian is preferred but not required.
• Able to use good judgement and seek advice when appropriate.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude, respect, and rapport with colleagues.
• Has at minimum a high school diploma or GED.
• Experience working in policy, campaigns, and/or advocacy programs.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Willing to complete mandated reporter training.
• Passes criminal, DOJ, and other background checks.
• Certified in safe food handling practices, with annual renewal, provided by Mutual Housing.
• Reliable transportation required in order to visit multiple communities and attend offsite meetings.

Join Mutual Housing Management’s Mission to Build Equitable Communities!

Are you passionate about affordable housing and empowering communities? Do you believe in creating vibrant, inclusive neighborhoods where everyone can thrive? Mutual Housing Management is seeking dedicated professionals to join our innovative team and advance our mission of developing, managing, and supporting sustainable affordable housing where residents are partners in creating equitable communities.

Our team is our strength!

When you join Mutual Housing Management you will be surrounded by Property Management professionals who are an experienced force for revitalizing low-income communities by strengthening neighborhood assets and developing community leadership.

About Mutual Housing

At Mutual Housing Management, we are driven by a powerful mission: to develop and manage sustainable affordable housing that strengthens neighborhood assets and empowers resident leaders. Founded with the vision of revitalizing low-income communities, we are a locally controlled nonprofit committed to addressing historic inequities by creating high-quality, affordable housing in safe, healthy neighborhoods. Our residents are at the heart of everything we do, partnering with us to build thriving, equitable communities.

We look forward to meeting you!

If you’re inspired to join a mission-driven team dedicated to affordable housing and community empowerment, we want to hear from you!

Together, let’s create sustainable, affordable housing where residents and communities thrive!