The Network is happy to post job opportunities for its core and associate member organizations. Simply send the description of the position and application information to [email protected] and the position will be posted in this space and in our monthly newsletter. We will advertise open positions online for 60 days unless requested to do so longer.
POSITIONS AT THE HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT NETWORK OF NJ
AmeriCorps VISTA
The Network has a great opportunity for recent college graduates and graduate students who are interested in economic justice and strengthening NJ communities. We are hiring through the AmeriCorps VISTA program to support more than 200 member organizations who are addressing homelessness, foreclosures and evictions, childhood Lead poisoning, Tenant Rights, and other critical and emerging issues across the Community Development spectrum. Network VISTAs will provide the support and infrastructure that will build their capacity and allow them to better serve the thousands of clients that count on them for vital services. If you know of someone looking to gain valuable experience while serving their community, please contact Ashley Jaramillo at [email protected].
POSITIONS AT MEMBER AND PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS
Affordable Housing Administrative Assistant
Rehabco
This position will focus on the administrative aspects of the affordable housing program for our affordable housing clients. More responsibilities and hours may be available in the future. Responsibilities include managing multiple administrative tasks at one time; answering emails, sending out applications, keeping and up to date waiting lists, returning phone calls, creating documents, creating email invitations, excel reports, files, contracts and signings, PDF's and working with Constant Contact.
Accountant - Grant Manager
NJ Citizen Action
NJCA is looking to hire a Grants Manager, reporting to the CFO, who will provide fiscal support on state, federal and private grants. Works with and supports the Executive Director, Program Managers and staff in developing, implementing and providing ongoing financial oversight to grants management operations, ensuring the appropriate use and accurate reporting of all financial transactions on grants.
Director of Real Estate Development
Passaic County Habitat for Humanity
The Director of Real Estate Development works closely with the CEO, and as part of the senior leadership team, to lead and implement Passaic County Habitat for Humanity’s (PCHFH) strategic goals, objectives, and priorities by developing a pipeline of affordable homeownership and rental developments. The Director of Real Estate Development will play an important role in developing and implementing our vision to expand our real estate activities across Passaic County.
Community Outreach Specialist
New Jersey Future
The Community Outreach Specialist is responsible for researching, understanding, and engaging with communities in order to inform, gather feedback, build partnerships, help communities access resources, and advance equitable planning and implementation. The Community Outreach Specialist will support and expand the Local Assistance Program Area with a significant focus on growing and supporting the new Funding Navigator Program.
Local Assistance Director, Community Planning
New Jersey Future
New Jersey Future is seeking an experienced, entrepreneurial and mission-driven planning professional who is ready to help New Jersey communities become more sustainable, equitable, resilient and competitive. The Director will work collaboratively to oversee the growth and development of the Local Assistance program area, identify new and complimentary opportunities, serve as an educator and advocate, and engage in direct service provision.
Funding Specialist: New Jersey Future seeks to hire a Funding Specialist as part of a statewide effort to provide technical assistance to under-resourced water utilities in New Jersey. Specifically, the goal is to proactively engage utilities serving overburdened communities that have not received federal funds in the past and aid them in accessing federal and state infrastructure funding.
Program Associate
New Jersey Future
New Jersey Future seeks a skilled, organized, and motivated individual to support several of the organization’s programs and assist with various organizational projects and tasks. The Program Associate will work within a collaborative team environment on a variety of tasks, including, but not limited to, writing assignments, basic print and digital preparation work, scheduling, community outreach support, and event, committee, program, and operations support activities.
