Cully TIF Outreach Coordinator

NAYA Family Center is seeking a collaborative, community-minded Cully TIF Outreach Coordinator to support community-driven economic development in the Cully neighborhood. As part of the Neighborhood Prosperity Network, you’ll build relationships with small businesses, property owners, residents, and community partners to increase awareness of Tax Increment Financing (TIF) resources and connect businesses with micro grant opportunities. You’ll help administer the micro grant program, guide applicants through the funding process, identify barriers to access, and support inclusive economic development initiatives that reflect the needs and priorities of the Cully community.

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 role with work hours of 9am to 6pm with a one-hour unpaid lunch. Some evening and weekend work may be required based on program needs. Once training and onboarding are complete, there may be flexibility to work from home 1-2 days a week with supervisor approval.

The pay for this position is $31.25/hour.

Who You Are

- You have knowledge of Native American history, the diversity of the local American Indian/Alaska Native community, and issues surrounding the Urban Indian experience.

- You have a bachelor's degree in Business, Urban Planning, Community Development, or a related field.

- You’re innovative and resourceful, always looking for ways to expand and improve operations.

- You are skilled in relationship-building and can collaborate effectively with community partners and service providers.

- You bring experience supporting small businesses, startups, community development, or economic development initiatives.

- You have demonstrated project coordination, business operations, and organizational skills, with the ability to take initiative and manage competing priorities.

- You build and maintain relationships with people from diverse backgrounds and bring strong interpersonal communication, active listening, collaboration, and conflict resolution skills.

- You are comfortable engaging with community members, speaking in group settings, and communicating professionally through written, verbal, and public presentations.

- Bilingual Spanish speakers are strongly preferred.

What You'll Do

- Build relationships with Cully residents, small businesses, property owners, community organizations, and economic development partners to understand local priorities and increase awareness of TIF resources.

- Serve as a liaison between Prosper Portland and the community, sharing program information, connecting businesses with resources, and identifying barriers to accessing funding and support.

- Administer the TIF micro grant program, helping businesses, property owners, and residents understand eligibility requirements and navigate the application process.

- Track program outreach, participation, grant outcomes, business retention, job creation when applicable, and other performance measures; maintain accurate information in CaseWorthy and other required databases.

- Connect local businesses with professional networks, potential mentors, networking opportunities, and other resources that support business growth and long-term economic vitality.

- Support district improvement planning and collaborative economic development initiatives with NAYA’s Community Development team, Prosper Portland, and other public and private sector partners.

- Research and monitor commercial real estate trends, including available properties for sale or lease, and support business promotion through social media, business profiles, and other outreach efforts.

- Represent NAYA professionally at community events and public engagements, participate in trainings and cross-departmental projects, maintain confidentiality, and contribute to a safe and welcoming environment.

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 Edy Martinez , Cully Blvd District 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 members of the Native community 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.