Community Legal Aid, Inc. (CLA), the non-profit program providing free civil legal services to low-income and elderly clients in central and western Massachusetts, seeks a Fair Housing Testing Coordinator to work in its Springfield office. The Coordinator will conduct community outreach to provide information about fair housing rights; recruit fair housing testers; design and conduct tester trainings; design systemic and complaint-based tests; and analyze test reports. The Coordinator will maintain detailed case records and assist with grant-writing and reporting. The Coordinator must be available to work outside normal business hours on occasion to conduct outreach and to train and debrief testers.
You can apply online or submit your cover letter and resume to: [email protected] or mail to Alicia Vaughan, Human Resources Director, Community Legal Aid, 405 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608. CLA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to ensure that our staff members reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. CLA encourages applicants from a broad range of backgrounds and experiences.
Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
Proficiency in word processing, data entry, Excel, and internet research required.
Experience in volunteer coordination or housing advocacy preferred.
Proficiency in Spanish preferred.
Demonstrated ability to set priorities, manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and strategize, plan and implement programmatic initiatives.
Demonstrated ability to engage in detailed and thorough record-keeping for reporting to government and other entities.
Experience working effectively and respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds and dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; proven effectiveness with facilitation and training for varied audiences.
Ability to work independently and to support team efforts.
For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.
https://communitylegal.isolvedhire.com/jobs/500464-12141.html