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City Heights Community Development · 3 weeks ago

Economic Development Program Coordinator

San Diego, California, United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$22/hr - $31/hr

City Heights Community Development Corporation is seeking a Program Coordinator to join our Economic Development team. The role involves assisting with the day-to-day operations of the Economic Development Department, focusing on small business development, community engagement, and technical assistance.

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Responsibilities

Maintain accurate data records, reporting logs, and CRM documentation for economic development initiatives

Assist with invoice preparation, contract reporting packets, and documentation required for funders and program compliance

Provide technical assistance to small businesses, including navigation to permitting resources, compliance support, access to workshops, and referrals to development partners

Support planning and execution of placemaking events, cultural activations, and community programming; assist with vendor coordination, outreach, event logistics, and documentation

Conduct targeted outreach and resource navigation to immigrant-owned and multilingual small businesses and entrepreneurs

Assist Director with strategic calendar coordination, stakeholder communication, external partner scheduling, and multi-sector meeting support

Support workforce development intake scheduling, resource referrals, and documentation of participant milestones

Provide translation, interpretation, and bilingual communication support as appropriate

Qualification

Small Business DevelopmentTechnical AssistanceData TrackingCRM SystemsBilingual CommunicationCommunity EngagementCustomer ServiceCollaboration

Required

Commitment to CHCDC's mission and community-centered principles

Experience in small business development, technical assistance, or community engagement

Proficiency in data tracking and CRM systems

Demonstrated ability to work with culturally diverse communities

Strong communication and customer-service orientation

Ability to work collaboratively in multi-stakeholder settings

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K retirement plan with employer match

Employee Assistance Program

Generous paid time off and 11 paid holidays per year

Offices are closed every other Friday (9/8/80 schedule)

Flexible and hybrid remote work schedule available

City Heights CDC is committed to the professional growth of all employees and provides training opportunities accordingly.

Family Friendly. CHCDC provides a family-friendly work environment making it possible for employees to more easily balance family and work, and to fulfill both their family and work obligations.

Family-friendly practices/policies:

Every other Friday CHCDC offices are closed for employee day off

Flexible, remote work schedule available

Parental Leave – unpaid leave offered in accordance with State of CA PFL (Paid Family Leave).