About Pacific Islander Community Association (PICA-WA)
The Pacific Islander Community Association (PICA, PICA-WA) is an organization that seeks to live out the indigenous values of the Pasifika communities here in Washington State through community organizing, political engagement, and speaking our truth fiercely to systems of power. Our mission is threefold: establish a cultural home, center community power, and further the wellness of our communities physically, culturally, socially, and spiritually. We envision Pacific Islander communities thriving physically, culturally, socially & spiritually.
Job Summary
- Full-Time, exempt position, 40 hrs/week
- Reports to: Community Services Director & Youth Services Director
Our SW Site Manager under the guidance of the Executive Director and Director of Community Services will oversee the coordination of programming , provide support and supervis e staff at SW Site , establish and maintain community partnerships throughout the Southwest Region (p rimarily Clark County ) . T his position will coordinate day-to-day operations of the SW sit e, maintain programming communication and transparency with other PICA sites , including PICA administrative duties to include HR / employee evaluations, ensur e contractual and financial obligations are being met in addition to developing and establishing c ommunity partners hips and working in collaborative efforts as part of Community Services and Youth Navigator services .
Responsibilities
- Maintain daily operations of SW site (including compliance with overall program service delivery).
- Provide a professional environment and workplace experience.
- Work collaboratively with PICA programs and sites in King County and Spokane
- Supervise SW staff to ensure contractual compliance and goals are met.
- Provide supervisory support to SW staff and ensure organizational workplans and program goals are successfully achieved.
- Work to align Community Services and Youth Navigator priorities with SW staff with CS & Youth Program Directors.
- Coordinate professional development and/or training for staff as appropriate in relation to job duties and/or employee/program growth and development.
- Support in building and maintaining positive relationships with key community and organizational partners.
- Complete required contractual reporting to include financial back-up documentation as needed. (This will entail working with the Finance Director for record keeping and contractual compliance).
- Review and provide financial authorization of program purchases complete with detailed documentation.
- Coordinate purchasing and cost(s) for supplies for staff and office as needed.
- Represent PICA-WA at community events when needed.
- Attend regularly scheduled PICA meetings as identified (eg: All Staff, Leadership Team, Team Mtgs, etc.)
- Ability to travel to other PICA sites as needed on occasion.
- Schedule flexibility is required for occasional meetings outside business hours.
Work Experience Requirements
- A demonstrated commitment to our mission, vision and values.
- Experience in and/or working with diverse Pasifika communities which include Micronesian, Polynesian and Melanesian communities.
- Experience in and/or working with individuals of different abilities and neurodiversity.
- Experience supporting and working with people navigating trauma and/or crisis.
- Clear racial and social justice analysis rooted in Pasifika values and principles.
- Strong interpersonal skills, including communication strengths in oral and written abilities. Bilingual capacities in both oral and written are welcome.
- Ability to meet programmatic and contractual timelines.
- Excellent organizational skills, such as facilitation, scheduling, and documentation.
- Experience with project management, event planning and/or event coordination.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and/or comfort in utilizing compatible Microsoft Operating System.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in social work, sociology, public administration, public health, or a related field, OR equivalent successful workplace experience.
To Apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter to the Director of Human Resources, Fa’ana Fanene-Martin at with subject line, “SW Site Manager: First Name and Last Initial.” Priority will be given to applications submitted by Friday, August 16th .
Pacific Islander Community Association is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
EIN: 84-2470123
Pacific Islander Community Association of Washington (PICA-WA) acknowledges that our organization and community work, live and play on the unceded traditional lands of the Spokane, Chinook, Cowlitz, Muckleshoot, Snoqualmie, Duwamish, Chelan, Nisqually, Squaxin, Chehalis, Sauk-Suiattle, Stillaguamish, Tulalip, Puyallup, and the Steilacoom tribes. We honor with gratitude the land itself and its original caretakers.
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