Community Programs Specialist I - Outreach & Development

City of Berkeley

Berkeley (CA)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

The City of Berkeley is seeking a Community Services Specialist I to provide professional level support across city-wide community programs. The role involves program development, monitoring of community agencies, and organizing community collaborations across areas like youth development, aging services, housing, and energy and sustainability.

A sociology degree or related field is preferred, with additional opportunity for substitution by relevant experience.

Qualifications

A college degree in sociology or a related field from an accredited college or university.
Progressively responsible experience in community organization, social services or a related field which has required independent program development and needs assessment skills may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis.
Must have a valid California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.
Must be willing to work evenings and/or weekends.
Some positions may require bilingual language skills to meet the needs of the population to be served.

Responsibilities

Provide professional level support in assigned community oriented programs.
Duties vary by program and department but generally include program development, program or community agency monitoring, and/or community organization.
Program areas may include youth development, aging services, animal services, housing, and energy and sustainability.