South Puget Sound Connections Specialist

South Puget Sound  Connections Specialist Job DescriptionPosition Description Reports to the Vice President of ProgramsAbout UsOnly7Seconds (O7S) is a national leader in addressing the youth loneliness crisis. By 2035, we aim to have two million youth and young adults experience meaningful, intentional connection. This will result in youth leading less lonely, more socially healthy lives. We will accomplish this by driving multimedia awareness campaigns, deploying evidence-informed resources, and building youth-led programs. This position will play a critical part of the next phase of our young organization’s growth. The Connections Specialist (CS) will work collaboratively with the Vice President of Programs to expand our reach and impact within Washington State. This position is ideal for a Washington State local, who is deeply rooted in the Pierce County community. This part-time in-person contractor position is responsible for growing programming, organizing local events, and cultivating strong community engagement in the South Puget Sound region. This position can grow into a full time employee role over time. Priority given to candidates located in the Tacoma or Puyallup areas. To apply: Email Melissa Hosten (melissa@only7seconds) your resume and cover letter. Please indicate the area where you are located; we will not consider applicants that need to relocate.  Only7Seconds is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to giving consideration to all talent in connection to employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected class.Connections Specialist Responsibilities:The CS is an in-person contract position. They are responsible for building new partnerships and collaborations as well as deepening current partnerships and collaborations with a focus on communities across the South Puget Sound, especially Pierce County Washington. They will accomplish this through community engagement and relationship building, event coordination, and administrative support.Key Responsibilities:1) Community Engagement and Relationship Building:Build inroads to and maintain relationships with community stakeholders, including families, schools, educators, community centers, local organizations, community leaders, and volunteers.Represent Only7Seconds at community meetings, events, and forums to enhance visibility and foster partnerships and collaboration.Serve as a local advocate for youth mental, behavioral, and social health and well-being.Build and expand Only7Seconds programming within the region, specifically within schools and community centers serving youth and within schools and community centers in Pierce CountyFacilitate workshops, activities, and events that promote connection and social health among youth.2) Event Coordination:Plan, coordinate, and execute events that raise awareness about youth loneliness, social health, & connection.Manage event logistics, including scheduling, marketing, and volunteer coordination.Evaluate the success of events and suggest improvements for future initiatives.Support the events of other organizations by representing Only7Seconds (e.g., tabling at an event) 3) Administrative Support:Support the monitoring of program participation, outcomes, and community feedback to assess impact and inform strategic planning.Maintain communication records and ensure timely follow-up with clients and partners.Ensure compliance with Only7Seconds policies and procedures.We are looking for someone who is:Tenacious: You push projects and tasks to completion, ensuring desired results are achieved. You thrive on finishing things, checking items off lists, and seeing projects through to the end. A Catalyzer: You provide support and assistance to others, ensuring projects move forward and tasks are completed. You inspire others to join your efforts and take on a project or idea.Self-motivated: You are proactive and take initiative on open-ended projects with minimal oversight.Position Must Haves: Excels at community engagement by engaging others with passion and authenticity Successful track record of supporting and/or leading projects and successfully completing them.Proven ability to multi-task and manage time well; excels at managing multiple projects at onceExtremely well-organized and detail orientedExcellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, develop partnerships, and engage communities.A self-starter, with a track record of accomplishment while working under minimal supervision after the training period is complete. Intuitive perception; has the ability to “see the need” before it arrives. Reliable; maintains a high degree of discretion and confidentialityProven success with event attendance/participation/executionA willingness to work non-traditional hours (evenings, weekends, and holidays)Efficient technological skills, including MS Suite, Google Suite, & basic information gathering and social media understanding.Ethical behavior and appropriate representation of the organization; professional and welcoming in your demeanor (in-person and virtually)Passion for Only7Seconds' mission to end youth loneliness through meaningful connections.Culture-Fit: As a young, growing organization, culture and culture-fit is of critical importance. Please review details about our values and ensure your personal values align.Position Nice-to-Haves: Bi-Lingual in Spanish and EnglishExperience in youth engagement, community engagement, partnership developmentand/or public relationsExperience working with Gen-Z and Gen AlphaFocused attention to detail and the ability to respond to changing needs as presentedExperience working with indigenous youth. Education and/or knowledge in behavioral and mental health, social work, education, or a related areaLocation:  South Puget Sound, Washington (in person and remote work with regular in-region travel).Regions: South Puget Sound region (Pierce, Thurston-Mason, Kitsap, Salish, and Great Rivers-Grays Harbor-Pacific regions)Contractor Compensation: Contract for this half-time (20 hours per week on average) in person position is competitive and commensurate with experience. $23-$24.5 per hour. Opportunity to increase hours as opportunity and demand increase, including transitioning the role to a full time employee position. Hours: Part-time, approximately 20 hours per week. Flexible in-person scheduling with occasional evening and weekend commitments for events. Compensation: Commensurate with experience.Only7Seconds’ ValuesWe create with excellence.We engage with courage and boldness.We participate with respect and joy.We support a culture of belonging and communityEvery person matters. We recognize the dignity of each person, the innate value they bring through their beliefs, culture, heritage and abilities.Every individual has impact. Whatever your circle of influence, everyone has the ability to positively impact others.Everyone needs connection. No one is immune to the need for human connection. It is vital to our health and well-being.