WHY MIDPEN

At MidPen, we build communities that change lives. Since 1970, we have been committed to our mission: to provide safe, affordable housing of high quality to those in need; establish stability and opportunity in the lives of residents; and foster diverse communities that allow people from all ethnic, social, and economic backgrounds to live in dignity, harmony, and mutual respect.

We develop affordable housing, provide professional property management for all our communities, and coordinate robust onsite support programs that help residents thrive. We are active in 12 Northern California counties and have earned recognition as one of the nation’s leading non-profit developers and stewards of affordable housing. Our current portfolio of more than 130 properties is home to 20,000 working families, seniors, and people with special needs. We take pride in delivering affordable housing solutions, and we invite you to join us on a journey toward social, economic, and racial equity.

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION

In 2023, MidPen was again certified as an official Great Place to Work®, and for good reason! In addition, we offer a best-in-class benefit package that includes healthcare options (Kaiser or Sutter), dental, vision, life & disability insurance. We also offer a wide range of voluntary benefits; 403(b) retirement investment opportunity and annual financial literacy and retirement planning options, FSA for childcare, medical and commuter benefit options, Employee Assistance program and pet insurance for our furry, feathered, and scaled friends. In addition to 14 paid company holidays, which include a paid winter holiday break between Christmas and the New Year, we offer 4 paid wellness days for employees to disconnect and recharge. As a learning organization, we encourage professional development and career advancement, and we offer up to $3,000 annually ($12,000 lifetime maximum) for education assistance with tuition reimbursement and/or loan debt relief that includes qualified family members. And, as a family-friendly company, we offer a paid time off parental leave benefit of 12 weeks in a 12-month period for new or expecting parents. Check out our benefits snapshot on our careers page.

PAY RANGE

$64,000 - $83,000 Annual Salary - Pay based on applicable experience and qualifications

Bilingual Requirement: Spanish and English strongly preferred

POSITION OVERVIEW

This position reports directly to the Senior Vice President, Equity and Inclusion. The MidPen Housing DEIB Engagement Manager role is ideal for a proactive and experienced individual who thrives in community engagement and project management. This position plays a crucial role in advancing the organization's DEIB initiatives across various departments and external partners. Responsibilities include fostering diverse stakeholder engagement, managing projects, and supporting initiatives aligned with the following DEIB strategic areas: Communication & Engagement, Leadership and Culture, Resident Communities, Retention & Talent Acquisition. Key functions involve driving supplier diversity, facilitating stakeholder sessions, analyzing community outreach outcomes, coordinating employee resource groups, and maintaining relationships with traditionally underrepresented community organizations. The successful candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills, project management expertise, and a commitment to DEIB principles, ensuring effective implementation and evaluation of programs and interventions aimed at fostering an inclusive organizational culture and impact.

Hybrid Position: In office 2 days a week

Office Locations: (Coastal, East Bay, Union City, Foster City, North Bay)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Coordinatate MidPen’s participation in external community events. ex. Black Joy Parade, supplier diversity event, Pride Parade, etc.
• Cultivate strategic partnerships with community organizations, to advance MidPen’s goal of practicing values in our daily work with residents and in communities
• Develop methodologies for tracking and reporting outreach progress, liaising between relevant parties for development of procedural and implementation plans
• Provide ongoing guidance and support for ERG development and engagement
• Develop comprehensive project work plans and timelines, fostering team transparency and capturing insights for continuous improvement
• Actively engage in community events, facilitating discussions, and ensuring effective communication with internal and external stakeholders
• Provide strategic advice and guidance to teams on infusing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) principles into project development
• Ongoing advancement of translation and inclusive language policy processes. Including collaboration with translators for multilingual communications and craft comprehensive outreach plans to promote programs and services effectively
• Drive successful delivery of community outreach projects, managing stakeholders and resources across a diverse portfolio
• Coordinate with internal resources and external vendors to drive goals around values contracting
• Assist on organizational projects and lead proposals for future endeavors, leveraging existing networks for expansion
• Perform other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience

• Three (3) years of project or program management, community engagement, and volunteer management experience with a minimum of one (1) year Affordable Housing knowledge (professional or lived experience)
• Minimum of three (3) years of diverse stakeholder engagement and project management experience and minimum two-year degree with relevant professional certificates/certifications DEI, change management, Business Intelligence, Project Management, or supplier diversity or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• Prior community outreach and engagement-related experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proven track record in successfully managing both large-scale, long-term projects and fast-paced, short-term assignments.
• Proficient in navigating ambiguity and adapting to evolving environments
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks
• Proficiency in process improvement and project management methodologies
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, Google Drive, Google Docs, and Google Sheets
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced time management, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
• Skilled in Microsoft Office 365, Google Drive, Docs, and Sheets
• Effective communication with diverse stakeholders
• Experience in community outreach, engagement, and consensus-building
• Ability to manage multiple projects on tight deadlines and collaborate across teams
• Familiarity with project management tools and frameworks
• Experience managing programs with multiple team members and deliverables
• Cultural agility and ability to engage in diverse group discussions
• Self-guided with minimal supervision and handling of confidentiality
• Adaptability to changing work demands and priorities
• Comfort challenging the status quo with high emotional intelligence
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, Google Drive, Google Docs, and Google Sheets
• Must possess a valid California driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of current auto insurance policy

Physical Requirements

• Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks
• Frequently sitting
• Occasionally stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, use a telephone, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 15 pounds
• Rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel/crawl

Working Conditions

• A minimum of one but up to two or more evening(s) until 7:00 PM, and occasional weekends could be required

This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

MidPen Housing Corp. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, MidPen Housing Corp. will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job. MidPen believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.