Neighborhood Development Associate

Hampton; Hampton (VA); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Excellent benefits

Job summary

The City of Hampton is seeking a Neighborhood Development Associate to translate planning concepts for high school students and support the Hampton Youth Commission. The role focuses on building partnerships, connecting residents with resources, and leading neighborhood development initiatives.

Candidates should have college coursework in planning or urban studies, with a bachelor’s degree preferred. Requires strong communication and ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and

Qualifications

• Requires college coursework in Planning, Urban Studies, Communication, Public Relations, Public Administration, Political Science, or related field.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience with diverse groups including youth and seniors is required.

Responsibilities

• Translate complex planning concepts for high school students and support the Hampton Youth Commission.
• Build community-centered partnerships and connect residents with neighborhood resources.
• Support initiatives including volunteer engagement, strategic planning, neighborhood registration, housing programs, community engagement, grant management.

Skills

Community engagement

Partnership building

Volunteer engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Planning/Urban Studies coursework

Job description

Function

The City of Hampton's Community Development Department is seeking a Neighborhood Development Associate

Are you a professional looking for a career where you will have a direct impact on the growth of a community? Do you have an interest in local government? Do you value integrity, trust, respect, accountability, creativity, collaboration?

If you answered “yes” then the City of Hampton has an opportunity for you! Join the City of Hampton team! As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer and a designated Military Spouse-Friendly Employer, we are committed to supporting veterans and military spouses. We offer a welcoming and inclusive workplace, recognizing the unique skills and experiences that military families bring. Come work for Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers excellent benefits, career and professional development, tuition reimbursement and other benefits.

Our new Neighborhood Development Associate

Will be a candidate who can translate complex community development, land use, and planning concepts into engaging, easy-to-understand information for high school students while providing staff support to the Hampton Youth Commission. Successful applicants will also demonstrate the ability to build community-centered partnerships, connect residents with neighborhood resources, and support initiatives including volunteer engagement, strategic planning, neighborhood registration, housing programs, community engagement, grant management, and other neighborhood development efforts.

Minimum Requirements

• Requires college coursework in Planning, Urban Studies, Communication, Public Relations, Public Administration, Political Science, or related field of study. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of work experience in community engagement, non-profit development, or closely related experience.
• A combination of education, professional certifications, and equivalent experience may be considered for this position.
• Experience should involve working with diverse groups of people including minority populations, youth, and seniors.
• Must successfully pass a background check related to the position prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
• Must possess a driver’s license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton’s criteria.

Additional Requirements

• Requires effective communication with internal and external customers.
• Requires working non-standard hours including evenings and weekends.
• Requires considerable local travel. Some regional or state travel required.
• Dependent on performance, rotation of remote work is permitted.
• The incumbent may be considered “essential personnel” during City emergencies or at the direction of the City Manager, which may include long hours and unusual schedules.

Benefits Overview

This is a summary of benefits associated with permanent, full-time positions. Benefits associated with other positions can be found with specific job listings. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following one full calendar month of employment in the following benefit plans:

• Sentara Health Plans
• EAP Provider: ComPsych
• OptumRx
• Delta Dental Insurance
• Anthem Blue View Vision
• FSA Reimbursement accounts
• Standard: Accident and Critical Illness
• Chubb Term Life Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Virginia 529
• Mission Square: 457 / Roth IRS / Roth 457 (b) IRA

• Employees begin accruing annual and sick leave immediately.
• Other forms of leave include:
  • Maternity Leave
  • Parental Bonding Leave
  • Care for Sick Parent Leave
  • Birthday Leave
  • Personal day (available every quarter)

The Eleven Paid Holidays Each Year Include

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
• President's Day
• Memorial Day
• Juneteenth Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veterans' Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day
• Employee's birthday
• The retirement plan is offered through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS1-888-827-3847) and is a defined benefit pension plan. For more information, see the VRS website.
• Group life insurance is offered through the VRS and the carrier is Securian Financial.
• Mission Square Retirement plans 457, Roth IRA, Roth 457 plans are offered through Mission Square Retirement(1-800-669-7400). For more information, visit Mission Square.
• Medical / Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts are offered on a pre-tax basis in order to reduce the amount of tax the employee pays.
• Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature.
• Employees are covered for Workers' Compensation where appropriate.
• Training and Career Development: The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills. Eligibility criteria apply. In addition, the City offers training opportunities in technological, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government/business knowledge and skill development.
• The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family contact CompPysch at 1-877-327-2872 or see the Guidance Resources Website.