NAYA Family Center is seeking a passionate and community-focused Green Workforce Academy Coordinator to join our team as part of the Green Workforce Collaborative (GWC). This role supports the Green Workforce Academy Program Manager in leading a culturally responsive workforce readiness program for Black and Native American adults, connecting participants to meaningful careers in the green sector. You'll focus on outreach within Portland's Native and Black communities, manage day-to-day program operations, and build pathways to economic opportunity. This dynamic role requires flexibility and collaboration, reporting to supervisors at both NAYA and Ecotrust.

NAYA offers an exceptional benefits package, including free medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees (with affordable options for family members), a 401(k) retirement plan with a 6% match, paid vacation, and 16 paid holidays. This is a full-time position between the working hours of 8:30am – 5:30pm Monday through Friday, which may include evenings and occasional weekends as needed.

The pay rate for this position ranges from $29-32 an hour.

For more information about this role, please attend the virtual info session on Thursday, February 10th at 5:00pm. You can register for the info session here .

Who You Are

• You have at least 2 years of experience in program coordination and 2 years teaching adult learners in non-traditional settings.
• Ideally, you have experience in environmental education and/or workforce development.
• You have experience working with diverse populations, particularly Native American and Black communities.
• You have a deep understanding of Black and Native American histories, including structural racism, anti-Blackness, the diversity of local Indigenous communities, and the Urban Native experience.
• You have experience mentoring adults through career counseling, peer advising, or similar roles.
• You're skilled at building relationships across cultures and with multiple stakeholders.
• You're adaptable, flexible, and able to handle last-minute schedule changes with grace.
• You can work independently while knowing when to seek guidance from your team.
• You're skilled at de-escalating tense conversations using a trauma-informed approach.
• You have strong intercultural, interpersonal, and organizational communication skills, and you know how to meet people where they're at.
• You thrive in a team-oriented workplace, are adaptable, and are willing to roll up your sleeves and pitch in, even when it’s not your job.  
• You demonstrate self-awareness, listening deeply, centering others, and taking accountability for your actions.
• You are consistently punctual, reliable, and dependable in support of your team and clients. 
• You possess strong communication skills, engaging effectively with diverse groups and adapting to varied contexts.
• You’re comfortable using databases, Microsoft Office, and email, and you're open to learning new systems.
• You possess a current Oregon or Washington driver’s license, and the ability to be insured under NAYA’s liability insurance policy (i.e. no more than one major driving violation in the last three years).

What You'll Do

• Lead recruitment efforts through community engagement, relationship building, outreach, and social media.
• Manage program logistics including scheduling, purchasing materials, and coordinating wraparound services with other NAYA programs.
• Create communications materials and maintain an active social media presence for GWA.
• Teach GWA classes and assist with curriculum updates and development.
• Build and maintain partnerships with green sector employers and identify job opportunities for participants.
• Support current and past graduates through mentorship, career counseling, and professional development opportunities.
• Drive the GWA passenger van as needed for program activities and field work.
• Identify opportunities to expand GWA offerings and foster collaboration among Green Workforce Collaborative partners.
• Prepare clear and accurate reports on program activities and outcomes.
• Foster a safe and secure environment for community members and staff, maintaining confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Work in both office/classroom settings (60%) and outdoors doing field work in all weather conditions and uneven terrain (40%), with frequent travel within the Portland Metro area.

Application Instructions

Providing a cover letter helps us best understand your interest in the role, so we encourage you to submit one along with your resume. If you need accommodation during the application process, please email jobs@nayapdx.org.

Questions? Want to chat about this role before you decide to apply? Contact Sam Taylor, Community Development Manager, or the HR team.

NAYA is committed to building a work environment that respects and inspires every community member. Our mission is to serve Urban Native youth and families, so we strongly encourage Native people to apply. We encourage applications from members of other historically marginalized groups, as well, including women, people of color, those with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and those who have served in the military.