Job Description

City Heights Community Development Corporation is seeking a Program Coordinator to join our Economic Development team. The program coordinator will assist with the day-to-day operations of our Economic Development Department.



Founded in 1981, City Heights Community Development Corporation (CHCDC) is a 501(c)3 non-profit community benefit organization serving the City Heights community of San Diego, California, a unique and culturally diverse, priority community. CHCDC is celebrating its 40th year in serving the City Heights Community! Our mission is to enhance the quality of life in City Heights by working with our community to create and sustain quality affordable housing and livable neighborhoods and foster economic self-sufficiency.

Position Summary

- The Program Coordinator, Economic Development will assist in implementing CHCDC's economic development strategies within four core focus areas:


Small Business Development Placemaking & Cultural Activations Outreach & Community Engagement Technical Assistance & Workforce Navigation

The coordinator will provide administrative support, data tracking, technical assistance, event coordination, and communication support, working closely with the Director of Economic Development.

Responsibilities will include:

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.

Required qualifications include:

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

Required qualifications include:

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

40 hours per week, non-exempt Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401K retirement plan with employer match Employee Assistance Program Generous paid time off and 11 paid holidays per year

Additional Benefits

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.

Work Environment/Culture

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).