Youth Empowerment and Violence Prevention Cultural Activities Specialist

DescriptionTITLE: Youth Empowerment and Violence Prevention Cultural Activities SpecialistREPORTS TO: Youth Empowerment & Violence Prevention ManagerCLASSIFICATION: Part-time, 32 hours a weekFLSA STATUS: Non- ExemptLOCATION: Plaza 205- 10570 SE Washington St, Portland, OR 97216COMPENSATION: $25.24 hourlyORGANIZATION BACKGROUNDLatino Network’s mission is to provide transformative opportunities, services, and advocacy for the education, leadership, and civic engagement of our youth, families, and communities. Our work springs from the core belief in Latino community self-determination that is, the ability of community members to participate meaningfully in the decisions that affect their lives and the lives of their families. We actively partner across a variety of city, county, state, and community organizations to deliver training and support, a wide range of services, as well as influence policy.Benefits & PerksLatino Network provides a generous benefits package that includes:Health Plans including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Alternative CareFSA - Flexible Spending Account for Medical & Dependent Care expenses401k Plan with Match Employee Assistance ProgramEmployer sponsored Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability InsurancePaid Leave (Vacation, Sick, Sabbatical)$300 Home Office reimbursement$75 Monthly internet reimbursementSelf - Care perksTeam and family eventsPosition DescriptionThe YEVP Cultural Activity Coordinator is responsible for the continuous growth and effectiveness of Latino Network’s, YEVP Cultural Activity team, primarily the Ballet Folklorico program across all age levels. The coordinator works with the Program Manager to ensure the Ballet Folklorico program is implemented with a high level of quality, ensuring successful engagement of youth in the program and performance at organizational events. This position collaborates with partner organizations, schools, local government, and the community to raise the visibility and profile of Latino Network’s Ballet Folklorico programs. This position offers the opportunity to elevate Latino Network’s Ballet Folklorico programs, instill a sense of cultural pride in our community’s youth, and leverage performing arts as a catalyst for youth development, engagement, life skills and empowermentResponsibilitiesWorks with Program Manager to ensure the Ballet Folklorico program is implemented with a high level of quality, including Corazones Alegres, school-based ballet folklorico programs, which includes the following tasks:Attending Practices while supervising children to ensure safety and cooperation, maintaining attendance and recording in Latino Network’s data entry software; help to schedule, coordinate, and attend community performances and events; Coordinating and maintaining all costuming needs and maintaining storage where costumes are stored; Works with Program Manager to ensure high level of quality in family engagement and support for ballet folklorico families, which includes the following tasks:Being in charge of all communication with the parents, guardians, contractors, and all student dancers verbally and on an electronic communication platform.Work with the manager to host parent and group gatherings and celebrations throughout the dance school year. Maintains collaborative relationships across programs within Latino Network to support effective integration of programs and agency staff morale.Maintains and nurtures mutually trusting relationships with key program partners, including schools, libraries and other community based organizations connected to the program.Helps to prepare and submit funder reports to the Program Manager r for final review and approval.Engages in planning for program growthHelp with the coordination of program contractors assigned to the Ballet Folklorico programs for instruction and/or events.Prepares talking points, fact sheets, and action items with Program Manager oversight for any Ballet Folklorico related program communication. Works closely with the manager to document effectiveness and inform program improvements through: accurate data collection, data analysis, and evaluation of program outcomes.Advocates for policies that promote equity and advance the interest of Latino youth and families in the areas of youth opportunity, cultural identity development, arts and culture programming, and youth violence prevention.Maintains punctual, regular, and predictable attendance. Works collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation.Respectfully takes direction from the supervisor.Manages projects and other cultural activity duties as assigned by the Program Manager.RequirementsREQUIRED SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES:Excellent written and oral bilingual communication skills in Spanish and English.Experience leading and coordinating culturally specific performing arts programs for Latinx youth.Demonstrated commitment to inclusion of youth with diverse strengths and barriers to engagement.Experience coordinating activities and events.Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with schools, students, families, and community support systems.Demonstrated ability to work both independently, lead a team, and work as a collaborative team member, knowing when to bring back information to the Program Manager.Ability to be flexible and adaptive to successfully achieve the functions of the position as described in the job responsibilities.Employs critical thinking and confidence in decision-making and carrying out actions.Ability to inspire and motivate others.Proven ability to work under pressure, manage time, and prioritize tasks to meet goals and deadlines effectively.Commitment to personal and professional development.Additional Administrative And Physical RequirementsRegularly work in the office, in the community, and remotely as needed.Evening and weekend availability may be required, and work hours are flexible to accommodate program implementation; long hours during peak periods.May work in the community including, schools, churches, parks, community centers, etc.Undergoing and passing criminal background checks is required.PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.WORK ENVIRONMENTWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather); outdoor weather conditions; extreme cold (non-weather), and extreme heat (non-weather). This position requires frequent computer use. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.TO APPLYIf you, or anyone you know, are interested in joining us in supporting our mission to positively transform the lives of Latino Youth families and communities, please submit your application, resume, and cover letter at: CareersSuccessful completion of initial and ongoing employment screens, including but not limited to criminal background and vehicle record as required. Latino Network is an equal opportunity employer. We value and support diversity and inclusion to create a culture of dignity and respect.