Fair Housing & Outreach Education Coordinator

City-of-Reading; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Reading is seeking a Fair Housing & Outreach Education Coordinator to educate the public on fair housing laws and the City’s anti-discrimination ordinance. The role reports to the Human Relations Commission Executive Director and involves leading outreach initiatives and training.

Responsibilities include developing outreach strategies, expanding social media presence, creating informative materials, and coordinating events to advance the commission’s mission.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED equivalency required.
• Associates degree or relevant professional experience preferred.
• Valid PA Driver’s License.
• Prior experience in community outreach, marketing, advocacy or a related role.

Responsibilities

• Develop & implement community outreach strategies informing consumers of fair housing rights and RHRC services.
• Enhance RHRC’s social media presence (Facebook, Instagram, X) and other channels.
• Create outreach tools (pamphlets, brochures) to inform consumers of fair housing rights.
• Schedule and conduct outreach events and educational trainings in line with contracts and grant agreements.
• Attend community meetings to advocate for clients and program needs; network with housing professionals and agencies.
• Improve RHRC’s internet/social media presence and website.

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalency

Associates degree or any relevant professional experience preferred

Job description

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Fair Housing & Outreach Education Coordinator

Regular Full-Time Reading, PA, US

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Fair Housing Outreach Educator will individually and as part of a larger team, work to educate the public on Fair Housing laws, the City of Reading’s Anti-Discrimination Ordinance, and raise the visibility of the Human Relations Commission. This position reports to the Human Relations Commission Executive Director.

Typical duties may include but are not limited to:

• Develop & implement community outreach strategies that inform the consumers of their fair housing rights and the services the RHRC provides to individuals who have experienced housing discrimination.
• Enhance the RHRC’s social media presence on Facebook, Instagram, twitter (X) etc.
• Develop outreach tools such as pamphlets, brochures and publications to be provided to the consumer informing them of their fair housing rights.
• Schedule and conduct outreach events/activities in the community to educate the consumer and conduct educational training in compliance with the contracts and grant agreements.
• Attend community meetings to conduct outreach, advocate for clients and program needs as well as network with other housing professionals, community agencies and government entities to further the mission of the RHRC.
• Enhance RHRC’s internet/social media presence and website.
• Assist and/or organize conferences, special events to further RHRC’s mission.
• Provide technical assistance to consumers who want to file a housing discrimination complaint.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully with a diverse population.
• Proactively conceptualize and suggest marketing initiatives or materials that could further support the growth and development of this position.
• Provide internal and external presentations on the program and its results.
• Supporting and implementing events and specific educational outreach projects and initiatives as directed.
• Record and maintain a complete and accurate record of all activities related to the job duties. A required report may be produced to provide funding agencies, the RHRC and the City.
• Actively participate in staff meetings and training.
• Travel throughout the city and surrounding areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Educational Requirements/Experience

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED equivalency
• Associates degree or any relevant professional experience preferred.
• Valid PA Driver’s License
• Prior experience in community outreach, marketing, advocacy or a related role