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The City of Medford is looking for an individual to support immigrant communities through initiatives like language access and integration services. This role involves acting as a Connector between the City and under-represented groups, helping immigrants and refugees with resources and language education (ESOL). The Connector will play a key role in the Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness (MVP) project, focusing on community needs and developing a Resilience Hub to address climate change impacts. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: - Collaborate with municipal staff and project partners. - Build trusting relationships with immigrant communities to understand their challenges and needs. - Identify policy and environmental issues affecting these communities with input from those with lived experience. - Support city planning initiatives by aligning goals with the needs of immigrants. - Conduct outreach to promote resources and encourage community engagement in city initiatives. - Organize workshops to help immigrants navigate local customs, laws, and services. - Collect and analyze data to evaluate program effectiveness and adapt strategies as needed. - Co-host quarterly meetings for ESOL and immigrant service providers to coordinate resources and support. - Facilitate subgroups within the ESOL Council for targeted activities. - Plan accessible programs for immigrant support and language access. - Ensure all programs are inclusive and culturally responsive to diverse communities. - Attend weekly team meetings with other social resilience Connectors and staff. Please Note: This position is NOT remote and is responsible for their own transportation and transportation costs. This position may require evening work and/or work on weekends with a minimum of 5 hours a week spent at City Hall depending on community engagement needs. EDUCATIONAL / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Minimum Qualifications: - High School and GED - Three (3) years experience in community organizing and/or advocating. - One (1) year experience in Project Management. Preferred Qualifications: - Associate?s Degree or Bachelor?s Degree - Proficiency with networking, Zoom, social media, and other outreach methods. - Ability to speak and/or understand more than one language proficiently. Knowledge: - Self-driven, and proactive with the ability to work effectively and independently. - Responsible, organized, and with excellent attention to detail. - Demonstrated active relationship with the Medford community - Experience working with immigrant and refugee populations, with a focus on language access and community integration. - Knowledge of ESOL program development, including curriculum creation and teaching methodologies for non-native English speakers. - Strong understanding of the challenges immigrants face, including language barriers, legal complexities, and cultural differences. Ability: - Ability to complete forms and documents. - Ability to summarize and express concerns and opinions of the community. - Ability to work effectively and independently with diverse community members. - Ability to facilitate community listening sessions, discussions, and meetings Physical Requirement: (SEE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION) Work Environment: (SEE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION) ADDRESS ALL COVER LETTERS AND RESUMES TO Human Resources Department City of Medford ? Room 204 85 George P. Hassett Drive Medford, MA 02155 Or send cover letter and resume with the job title in the subject line to jobs@medford-ma.gov For the posting, please visit the City of Medford\'s website ? www.medfordma.org The City of Medford is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/504 Employer Residents of the City of Medford, Women, People of Color, Veterans, and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.