Coordinator, Community Relations Spa 2

The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) seeks motivated professionals who want to use their talents and skills to make a difference. Our 750+ FTE staff are adaptive problem solvers and passionate about enriching people's lives. If you are mission-driven, dedicated to superior service and support, and can diligently work independently in a collaborative environment, we would love for you to join our team. LAHSA is leading the fight to end homelessness in LA County. Here, not only would your work have a real impact on the community, but we also offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package.
Created in 1993, LAHSA is a joint powers authority of the city and county of Los Angeles. As the lead agency in the HUD-funded Los Angeles Continuum of Care, we coordinate and manage over $800 million annually in federal, state, county, and city funds for programs providing shelter, housing, and services to people experiencing homelessness.

The Government Affairs Department of the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) supports strategic initiatives throughout the agency, develops and maintains strategic partnerships and plays a key role in narrative setting through relational organizing. Under the direction of the Associate Director for Government and Community Relations, the Community Relations Coordinator ("coordinator") will work across the County of Los Angeles and collaborate with a diverse set of stakeholders to support compassionate solutions to homelessness.
Community Relations Coordinators will serve as lead liaisons between LAHSA and the communities in their respective designated area, and lead LAHSA initiatives by:

• Leveraging and building, community and coalition partnerships within the Los Angeles Continuum of Care. Stakeholders will include LAHSA's partner agencies, municipal and county government, non-profit service providers and faith-based organizations.
• Disseminating relevant data and information to interested community stakeholders.

SPA 2: San Fernando Valley.
Community Engagement

• Monitor, attend, and represent LAHSA at municipal meetings (local city councils, neighborhood councils, other civically based bodies).
• Make public presentations and contextualize information during stakeholder meetings
• Coordinate and facilitate meetings to serve strategic objectives of the agency
• Maintain clear, concise, and composed communication despite stakeholder disposition
• Be proactive in identifying local stakeholders and organizations not familiar with the Los Angeles homeless services delivery system; and educating these entities in those matters.
• Organize local community support for initiatives and projects advancing the goal of providing stable housing for people experiencing homelessness.
• Familiarization with the interplay and understanding of the multiple government jurisdictions in Los Angeles.
• Build and enhance relationships with partners and other stakeholders
• Represent LAHSA at external community meetings as an active participant and contributor
• Perform other duties as assigned

Point In Time Homeless Count

• Work with communities, municipalities, relevant public-sector entities, and other local stakeholders (neighborhood councils, health care providers, faith-based organizations) to coordinate the recruitment of volunteers and staff for the annual Point In Time Homeless Count ("homeless count");
• Plan, assign, train, and direct the local work leading to a successful homeless count across deployment sites countywide.
• Oversee and track volunteers, working in partnership with stakeholders such as Council of Governments and homeless coalitions, elected officials, and other key partners;
• Support post-count activities to ensure completion of data collection, analysis, and reporting; and,
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge and/or experience with the Los Angeles homeless services delivery system; and the different government jurisdictions across the County of Los Angeles (municipal, county, state, and federal).
• Preference will be given to applicants with a background in community planning, organizing and strong leadership experience.
• Candidates will have a high level of comfort with technology and social media; strong organizational and administrative skills as well as strong attention to detail is critical.
• Applicants must demonstrate strong public speaking skills and the ability to communicate with all levels of management, staff and external parties including elected office staff and homeless individuals.
• Must have excellent time management, project management skills, and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks to meet deadlines.
• Must be willing to attend evening and weekend events.
• The position will require significant extended hours during the critical moments prior to the Homeless Count; use of a smart phone, and regional travel is required.
• Candidate must have a valid California driver license and access to an insured vehicle. Mileage for travel in fulfillment of job responsibilities will be reimbursed.
• Must be able to competently use Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint), Facebook, Twitter. Knowledge of Microsoft Project and Nation Builder is preferred.

• Proven professional experience and educational background.

Schedule

• The Chief Executive Officer or designee may change the schedule of positions between remote, hybrid and onsite, as necessary to accomplish LAHSA's business needs.

Appointments are typically made between the minimum and the midpoint of the range, depending on factors such as experience, education, skills relevant to the role, and internal equity.
Applicants may make a reasonable accommodation request for this job by calling the Human Resources Department at (213) 683-3333; or via email at humanresources@lahsa.org.Employment Type: Full-time