REPORTS TO: Director of Homeownership

Community Engagement Coordinator (CEC)

Position Summary

The Community Engagement Coordinator develops and implements data-driven strategies that strengthen community engagement, support neighborhood stabilization, and enhance quality of life in CAPNA service areas. Reporting to the Director of Homeownership, this role manages the Community Impact Measures (CIM) project, builds community partnerships, coordinates engagement activities, events and oversees inventory for the Homeownership Program.

Key Responsibilities

1. Community Engagement & Partnerships

• Serve as the primary liaison between CAPNA and community groups.
• Build relationships with residents, businesses, elected officials, faith organizations, and local leaders.
• Encourage resident involvement and leadership development.
• Participate in community coalitions, outreach, and events. Especially those in low‑to moderate‑income neighborhoods.
• Represent CAPNA at block parties, health fairs, NeighborWorks activities, and other community initiatives.
• Identify emerging community leaders and broaden engagement.
• Support Housing Business Unit strategies and report on engagement goals.
• Coordinate vehicle reservations and travel for events, trainings, and agency representation.

 

2. Data Collection & CIM Management

• Lead the CIM project, including surveys, fieldwork, analysis, and reporting.
• Collect street‑level data on housing conditions, demographics, and neighborhood indicators.
• Maintain a comprehensive stakeholder database.
• Conduct research to inform community engagement and stabilization strategies.

3. Homeownership Program Support

• Assist with Homeownership Team goals related to stabilization and homeownership.
• Monitor single‑family construction progress and report bi‑weekly.
• Submit and track purchase requests through reconciliation.
• Manage inventory, tools, supplies, and audit requirements for the department.

4. Event & Program Coordination

• Support planning and execution of workshops, community events, and engagement activities.
• Manage event logistics, outreach, materials, and follow‑up documentation.
• Prepare training materials and maintain event‑related inventory.
• Organize and track all NeighborWorks Week supplies. Assist with planning and implementation of NW Week Event.

5. Administrative Duties and Training

• Maintain organized records, documentation, and reporting.
• Prepare purchase orders in the agency’s PO system.
• Perform additional duties that support the mission and goals of CAPNA.
• Continuous training in Community Engagement, Housing Counseling and Homeownership is required to assure staffing needs are met.

Work Relationships & Scope

• Reports to the Director of Homeownership.
• Works closely with all of the Housing Business Unit and other CAPNA programs.
• Engages frequently with community residents, partners, and stakeholders.
• Upholds CAPNA’s mission, vision, and values.

Measures of Performance

• Effective management of the CIM project.
• Timely, accurate data collection and reporting.
• Up‑to‑date stakeholder database.
• Clear, actionable data analysis and recommendations.
• Successful execution of community events and engagement efforts.
• Strong community partnerships and ongoing engagement.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in planning, social work, sociology, or related field preferred
• Experience in community engagement/organizing and event planning.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and data tools.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and understand issues of poverty.
• Willingness to work flexible hours when needed and conduct door‑to‑door engagement.
• English fluency required; Spanish language a plus.
• Experience with low‑income populations and homelessness is a plus.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Working Conditions

• Work performed in office and community settings.
• Frequent in‑state travel to CAPNA sites, community meetings, and events.
• Requires walking, standing, bending, and occasional lifting.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license, safe driving record, and pass ABI/FBI background checks.
• This position requires a valid driver’s license, safe driving record and a clear ABI/FBI check.

Benefits

• All full time employees of the Partnership are provided a very generous and exceptional benefits package which includes full medial coverage managed by PEEHP (BC/BS Plan). The agency contributes over 10% monthly to the Retirement System of Alabama on behalf of each employee.

Acknowledgement:

• This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by the employee assigned to this position. It does not state or imply that these are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to the job. The employee may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested by the Director of Homeownership or Board of Directors. All requirements are subject to change over time and to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.