Medford Connector

BASIC FUNCTION:The City of Medford is looking for an individual to support immigrant communities through initiatives like language access and integration services. This role involves acting as a Connector between the City and under-represented groups, helping immigrants and refugees with resources and language education (ESOL). The Connector will play a key role in the Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness (MVP) project, focusing on community needs and developing a Resilience Hub to address climate change impacts.  KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Collaborate with municipal staff and project partners.
• Build trusting relationships with immigrant communities to understand their challenges and needs.
• Identify policy and environmental issues affecting these communities with input from those with lived experience.
• Support city planning initiatives by aligning goals with the needs of immigrants.
• Conduct outreach to promote resources and encourage community engagement in city initiatives.
• Organize workshops to help immigrants navigate local customs, laws, and services.
• Collect and analyze data to evaluate program effectiveness and adapt strategies as needed.
• Co-host quarterly meetings for ESOL and immigrant service providers to coordinate resources and support.
• Facilitate subgroups within the ESOL Council for targeted activities.
• Plan accessible programs for immigrant support and language access.
• Ensure all programs are inclusive and culturally responsive to diverse communities.
• Attend weekly team meetings with other social resilience Connectors and staff.

 Please Note: This position is NOT remote and is responsible for their own transportation and transportation costs. This position may require evening work and/or work on weekends with a minimum of 5 hours a week spent at City Hall depending on community engagement needs. EDUCATIONAL / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:Minimum Qualifications:

• High School and GED
• Three (3) years experience in community organizing and/or advocating. 
• One (1) year experience in Project Management. 

 Preferred Qualifications: 

• Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree
• Proficiency with networking, Zoom, social media, and other outreach methods.
• Ability to speak and/or understand more than one language proficiently.

 Knowledge:  

• Self-driven, and proactive with the ability to work effectively and independently.  
• Responsible, organized, and with excellent attention to detail.  
• Demonstrated active relationship with the Medford community
• Experience working with immigrant and refugee populations, with a focus on language access and community integration.
• Knowledge of ESOL program development, including curriculum creation and teaching methodologies for non-native English speakers.
• Strong understanding of the challenges immigrants face, including language barriers, legal complexities, and cultural differences.

 Ability:

• Ability to complete forms and documents.
• Ability to summarize and express concerns and opinions of the community.
• Ability to work effectively and independently with diverse community members.
• Ability to facilitate community listening sessions, discussions, and meetings

Physical Requirement:  (SEE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION, www.medfordma.org)Work Environment:  (SEE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION, www.medfordma.org) HOURS OF WORK:  Part-time (15 hours per week) Contracted until June 30, 2026SALARY:       $30/hour (Grant Funded) ADDRESS ALL COVER LETTERS AND RESUMES TOHuman Resources DepartmentCity of Medford – Room 204 85 George P. Hassett DriveMedford, MA 02155 Or send cover letter and resume with the job title in the subject line to jobs@medford-ma.gov For the posting, please visit the City of Medford's website – www.medfordma.org The City of Medford is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/504 Employer Residents of the City of Medford, Women, People of Color, Veterans, and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. 

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