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
Executive Director
The Elizabeth Coalition to House the Homeless
The ECHH is in a moment of substantial growth and opportunity. New levels of NJ State funding for the homeless and housing insecure represent an opportunity for the Executive Director (ED) to meet the service and low-income housing needs of homeless people in Elizabeth and across Union County. These opportunities will better enable the ED to provide the strategic leadership to ensure that the organization achieves its mission and goals while remaining dedicated to its core pillars and values. One of the primary roles of the ED is to serve as the external face of the organization. The ED will be responsible for cultivating and forging relationships with constituents, stakeholders, government entities, donors, and supporters. It is through these relationships that the Coalition will be able to secure the necessary resources to assure that high quality programming is accompanied by financial stability.
Policy Manager, Housing and Land Use
NJ Future
The Land Use and Housing Policy Manager is a motivated and experienced policy professional who can identify, research, and advance successful efforts to change state and local laws, rules, programs, investments and practices consistent with the organization’s mission and strategic plan.
Communications and Press Manager
NJ Future
New Jersey Future seeks an experienced communications and press manager and strategic thinker who is a skilled, organized, and motivated writer and copy editor to support the organization’s communications and marketing activities. Working within a collaborative environment, the Communications and Press Manager will create, implement, and manage program-specific and general organizational content for various audiences. This will include writing blogs, reports, newsletters, press releases, and other outreach materials. The manager will work on compelling messaging and implement inclusive language within all written communications from New Jersey Future and its programs. The manager will build and expand relationships and interface with the press and media. Familiarity with New Jersey media and existing press relations is a plus. This position will report to the Director of Development and Outreach.
Chief Housing Officer
The Center Asbury Park
The Chief Housing Officer (CHO) will play a critical role in the strategic planning, development, and delivery of housing services at The Center. This position is responsible for leading case management and service plan development, ensuring access to necessary resources for clients experiencing housing instability or homelessness. The CHO will work collaboratively with clients, their families, and external partners to facilitate long-term housing solutions, support stability, and promote self-sufficiency through a trauma-informed care approach.
Chief Executive Officer
Trenton Area Soup Kitchen
The ideal candidate to become TASK’s next CEO is someone with successful experience leading nonprofit organizations serving low-income communities and individuals with consistency, excellence, and deep respect for the dignity of every individual. The candidate must bring a demonstrated ability to sustain and strengthen a talented team and a proven ability to sustain and grow broad financial and community support. Experience in working with vulnerable populations is vital. The search committee welcomes interest from prospects who have demonstrated exceptional impact in other environments of comparable complexity. However, it is essential that the CEO embodies both the soul and values underlying TASK’s work. The CEO must be a passionate leader who deeply connects with patrons, embraces the tenets of radical hospitality and lives their life in the service of others. The CEO must be a leader who sees this work as a calling, rather than just a job.
President and CEO
Homeless Solutions
Homeless Solutions is searching for an experienced professional to serve as their next President and CEO, to be responsible for developing and driving HSI's strategic vision and leading the organization in fulfilling HSI's mission while promoting the financial and organizational health and public profile of the organization. The President and CEO will ensure that HSI's fiscal operations, fundraising, marketing, human resources, technology and programmatic strategies are effectively implemented across all segments of the organization.
Community Relations Coordinator
Homeless Solutions
The Community Relations Coordinator at HSI is responsible for the support of the full cycle government grants process, billing for direct services related to government funding sources, and building and maintaining partnership relationships in our service community. This role provides an opportunity to promote advocacy for funding and programs that benefit homeless services networks in New Jersey while acquiring and developing grant writing and management skills.
Shelter Re-Housing Specialist
Affordable Housing Alliance
This Shelter Rapid Re-Housing Specialist offers a unique opportunity to make a tangible difference in people's lives while contributing to the fight against homelessness. The Shelter Re-Housing Specialist at the Monmouth County Homeless Shelter, operated by The Affordable Housing Alliance, directly impacts individuals' lives by helping them transition from homelessness to stable housing. The Shelter Re-Housing Specialist stands at the forefront of the mission to end homelessness, working one-on-one with clients to navigate the challenging journey from shelter to home. This position serves as an advocate, guide, and support system, helping clients access crucial services and resources that can transform their lives.
Assistant Director of Real Estate
NJ Community Development Corporation
he Assistant Director of Real Estate is principally responsible implementing and executing NJCDC's real estate development strategy, goals and objectives. Reporting directly to senior management, the Assistant Director of Real Estate is responsible for project management of all real estate development and capital improvement projects including site reconnaissance, environmental due diligence, financing, acquisition, design, land use approvals, permitting, construction, and short- and long-term compliance; and oversight of project architects, engineers, attorneys, and general contractors. In addition, the Assistant Director of Real Estate will assist the Director of Property Management with the completion of a number of property management functions including lease-up of new projects and vacant apartments, turnover of vacant apartments, monthly tenant matters, and preparation of compliance reports by the guidelines and requirements of project funders.
Affordable Housing Resource Specialist
NJ Community Development Corporationhe specialist's responsibilities include liaising with community organizations, government agencies, and property owners to source apartments to enable clients to rent suitable housing. The responsibilities of this position include the ability to assess clients' eligibility for government-financed housing programs, including subsidies, and benefit programs, assist clients to secure and complete applications for affordable housing, identify and assist clients to obtain relevant documents needed for applications for affordable housing. The Resource Specialist will also provide individual counseling, advocacy and support to clients, develop and facilitate educational workshops and groups focused on housing (including available housing resources, apartment search techniques, mock interviews, and other best practices); develop and maintain a database of resources, including a listing of brokers, and landlords, engage in community outreach efforts to identify housing opportunities and assist clients with the search for available properties. The position requires collaboration with government agencies, community organizations, and property owners, ensuring clients understand their rights and responsibilities as tenants, while providing clients with information and referring them to additional support programs or services.
Bilingual Community Educator
NJ Citizen Action
New Jersey Citizen Action seeks an individual who is passionate about community outreach and engagement to fill our full-time Bilingual Community Educator position. This is an opportunity for someone to start a career with a statewide grassroots nonprofit organization that fights for social, racial and economic justice for all. The Community Educator reports to the Director of Outreach, Communications, and Marketing. Their primary duties will consist of educating communities and community partners on fair housing, housing discrimination, and other issues and services involving low- and moderate-income communities and communities of color. This will take place largely through in-person workshops, events, direct outreach to communities, and some on-line workshops.
Accountant - Grant Manger
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.
