Job Description

TITLE: Community Organizer

REPORTS TO: Organizing Manager

CLASSIFICATION: Full Time, Non-Exempt, $30/hour, Benefits Eligible

Agency Description:

Inspired by the power of our vibrant, determined community, our vision at Amigos de Guadalupe (“Amigos”) is to bring about transformational change in East San José.  At Amigos, we ensure that the basic needs of our community are met, deliver high-quality programs, and mobilize and organize for justice.  We do this by providing housing and rental assistance, mental health services, immigration legal services, education programs, and community organizing programs that advocate for systems change.

Primary Duties: 

The goal of the Community Organizer is to improve outcomes for families in the Mayfair community by supporting the leadership development and organizing of grassroots community leaders.

Successful Community Organizers have good standing within the community, trusting relationships, and a drive to help others. Successful Community Organizers adhere to the values and mission of Amigos de Guadalupe Center for Justice and Empowerment,  who believe that Mayfair is a rooted and thriving community where resilient families have confidence in their gifts, choices, and dreams. Candidates must demonstrate skills in creative problem solving and in-depth knowledge of both the assets and challenges of the Mayfair community, support with Amigos’ base-building, and help organize the Grupo de Justicia Migratoria organizing committee.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities: 

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, train, and develop people in the Mayfair community who are or who could become grassroots leaders for Amigos de Guadalupe Center for Justice and Empowerment’s organizing committee
• Focus organizing efforts on issues that impact East San Jose families
• Conduct one-on-one meetings with community members 
• Maintain strong relationships with community leaders and organizations

• Participate in Know Your Rights outreach to immigrant community in San Jose 
• Connect immigrant community members to resources to help meet basic needs
• Participate in internal (agency) and external coalitions as required
• Attend trainings and seminars as relevant

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience in contract and program management.
• Familiarity with immigrant rights and healthcare access issues.
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.
• Strong facilitation, training, and public speaking skills.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and/or Google Workspace; ability to track and report data.
• Bi-Lingual in English and Spanish
• Commitment to social justice and the mission of Amigos de Guadalupe.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to supervise and motivate teams while maintaining accountability.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive client and organizational information.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust in diverse communities.
  
   

Work Schedule & Environment

• Full-time, 40 hours per week, with occasional evenings and weekends required for community events.
• Based at Amigos’ main office with frequent fieldwork in the East San José community.
• Ability to travel locally as needed; valid driver’s license preferred.
  
   

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Frequent walking during community outreach and house meetings.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds (event materials, outreach supplies).
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
  
   

Employment & Compliance Information

• This role is dependent on project funding.
• Employment with Amigos de Guadalupe is at-will, meaning either the employee or the organization may terminate employment at any time, with or without cause or notice.
• Amigos de Guadalupe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
• Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check and verification of authorization to work in the United States.
• Employees must comply with all organizational policies, procedures, and safety requirements, including public health guidelines.
  
   

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice in order to meet organizational needs.

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