Youth Engagement Coordinator

Seattle Housing Authority; Washington; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PERS

Paid leave and holidays

Part-time remote work

Job summary

The Seattle Housing Authority (SHA) is seeking a Youth Engagement Coordinator to plan, deliver, and evaluate youth programs across our Seattle communities. You will collaborate with schools, residents, and partner organizations to strengthen opportunities for young people and families.

This role requires a bachelor’s degree and at least three years’ experience working with diverse urban youth. A Washington driver’s license is preferred as part of community engagement efforts.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience serving low-income and diverse urban populations.
• Bachelor’s degree in human services, education, social work, or related field.
• Experience engaging youth and families from linguistically diverse households.
• Proven ability to plan and implement youth programs and community engagement.
• Valid Washington driver's license with insurable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and evaluate youth programs aligned with community needs.
• Connect youth and families to relevant resources and services.
• Collaborate with schools to support SHA students through mentorship and case management.
• Build relationships with households to increase program reach.
• Maintain documentation and reporting for service delivery and partnerships.

Skills

Program planning

Community engagement

Stakeholder collaboration

Youth development

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

We offer competitive salary, great benefits, and work that matters to our community.

The Organization:

The Seattle Housing Authority (SHA) is a mission-driven leader in affordable housing, headquartered on Elliott Avenue West with sweeping views of Elliott Bay and the Puget Sound. With additional field offices across Seattle, we’re committed to expanding housing opportunities, strengthening communities, and supporting a workplace where people grow and thrive.

The Position:

We’re looking for a Youth Engagement Coordinator to join our team! This role is perfect for someone who can plan and implement high-quality youth programs and activities and collaborate with a variety of internal and external stakeholders in service of the community.

The Location:

808 E Fir Street Seattle, WA 98104

The ideal candidate will have:

• Three years of experience working with low-income and diverse populations in an urban setting in areas such as human services, K-12 school-based positions, academic support programs, youth development programs, mentorship programs, postsecondary, or related fields.
• Bachelor's degree. Degrees in human services fields preferred (but not required), including by not limited to education, social work, or related field.
• May substitute four years of directly relevant experience for the required degree.
• Experience working youth and families from linguistically diverse households. SHA serves households that speak Somali, Oromo, Vietnamese, Amharic, Tigrinya, Arabic, Spanish and more.
• Proven track record of planning and implementing successful youth facing services and activities
• Proven track record of successful community engagement and relationship building with multiple constituents
• Valid Washington state driver’s license with an insurable driving record

While these requirements are the traditional standards for developing the skills required for this classification, any combination of experience, training, and education that demonstrate the ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the classification may be considered.

What will you do?

• Plan, deliver, and evaluate youth programs that align with community needs and safety standards.
• Identify and implement strategies to connect youth and families to relevant resources and services.
• Collaborate with school staff to support SHA students through mentorship, case management, and related strategies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with households to increase program reach and engagement.
• Gather and use feedback from youth, caregivers, and community members to keep programs responsive.
• Strengthen partnerships with youth-serving organizations, schools, and community groups.
• Coordinate with internal teams to provide integrated resident supports.
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting for service delivery and partnership accountability.
• Support development and implementation of goals, work plans, performance measures, and continuous improvement; work collaboratively, follow direction, and manage workload under pressure.
• Follow all safety and health rules and procedures.
• Attend required trainings and meetings.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Why Should You Apply?

• Our Culture: SHA offers a supportive, energetic workplace where collaboration and growth thrive. Our talented team has helped make us a nationally recognized leader in affordable housing and community development.
• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Benefits
  1. Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  2. Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS)
  3. Generous paid leave and holidays
• Work-Life Balance
  1. Reasonable hours
  2. Opportunity for part-time remote work (dependent on the position)
• Professional Development
  1. On-the-job training and growth opportunities

Our Commitment to Equity

SHA values your unique background and perspective - we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every listed qualification. Learn more in our diversity and application equity statement.