Liliʻuokalani Trust is hiring: Youth Engagement Specialist (Makery-Visual Arts)

Youth Engagement Specialist (Makery-Visual Arts) Join to apply for the Youth Engagement Specialist (Makery-Visual Arts) role at Liliʻuokalani Trust. Lili’uokalani Center (LC) Informed by a deep understanding of the adolescent experience and grounded in Hawaiian culture, the new LC will provide Hawaiian youth with opportunities to connect to peers and mentors, receive supportive services, and discover pathways to passion, purpose, and prosperity. LC will be LT's signature youth development hub for culture, creativity, technology, and play, and will serve as a resource center where youth can connect to vital support and a vibrant community. LC will be a safe space located in urban Honolulu where youth are inspired to pursue their dreams. Job Purpose Under direction from the 'Olino Pathways Team, the Youth Engagement Specialist will support activities and events across program sites, with an emphasis on programming and program development for Lili'uokalani Center (LC). This may include supporting pilot projects, assisting LC staff and partners in developing special events, workshops, and open houses, and providing generalized support to the 'Olino Pathways Team. The Specialist will work directly with youth involved in programming under the direction of the Olino Pathways Team and may also provide administrative support. Essential Responsibilities Collaborate with the 'Olino Pathways Team to support activities and events across multiple disciplines, including woodworking, digital fabrication, photography, film, multimedia production, and visual and textile arts. Work directly with youth involved in programming, providing guidance and support under the Olino Pathways Team's direction. Assist the 'Olino Pathways Team with program planning and monitoring creative spaces such as the wood shop, fabrication studio (laser cutters, 3D printers, CNC machine), photography and film lab, computer labs, and visual arts and textile studio. Assist with the opening, closing, and monitoring of facilities, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for all participants. Support pilot projects in collaboration with partner organizations, contributing to the successful implementation and evaluation of initiatives. Contribute to developing special events, workshops, and open houses to enhance engagement and participation. Assist with transportation as needed. Provide administrative support, ensuring efficient coordination and documentation of program-related activities. Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and create culturally relevant programs. Assist in collecting relevant data and preparing reports to assess the impact and effectiveness of programs. Other Duties Contribute to the Trust's success by accepting new assignments, helping team members, learning new skills, and striving to improve team and organization results. Evening and weekend hours are required as needed. Others as needed and assigned. Assist with outreach efforts to engage the local community and encourage participation in arts programming. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent experience. Capacity to perform frontline work in various settings (schools, public spaces, offices, distressed communities, etc.). Comfort with youth work, particularly engaging with vulnerable youth. Benefits include professional development and a safe and caring environment to support personal growth. LT strongly believes in hiring individuals who reflect its community, including lived experiences, and striving for representative diversity among its staff. Key Required Competencies Aloha: awareness and approach to the work with compassion, empathy, and kindness. 'Imi Na'auao: a constant desire for seeking knowledge; lifelong learner. Po'okele: desire to perform in excellence. Wiwo'ole: maintain a courageous, brave, and fearless mindset. Pono: understand the appropriateness of time, place, reason, people, and tools. Kuleana: bring a deep sense of responsibility and accountability. Organization Competencies Alignment with Queen's legacy: Understanding and appreciation of Queen Liliuokalani's story, her legacy and Hawaiian Culture is foundational. Ho'omau i ka `imi Na'auao: Continuous Learning and Improvement. Ho'ike i na Mana'o Pono: Effective Communication. No'ono'o loi: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving. Ho'o kumu a'e or `Imi hakuhia: Innovation. Pilina Ho'ohana a me ka Hana Hilina'i: Building Relationships and Creating Trust. Alu Like I ka Hana: Teamwork. Ho'onui I ka 'Ike: Capacity Building. Salary Range Salary range advertised is the hiring or starting range for the role. Job Details Title: Youth Engagement Specialist – Visual Arts Reports to: TBD FLSA Status: Part Time Non-Exempt Aligned Executive: Vice President and Chief Program Officer Kipuka: Lili’uokalani Center Department: Lili’uokalani Center Liliʻuokalani Trust is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to recruit, train, and retain innovative talent from a diverse candidate pool. All employment decisions will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, ancestry, genetic information, citizenship, marital/civil union status, arrest and court record, domestic or sexual violence victim status, credit history, disability or veteran/military status or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Seniority Level Entry level Employment Type Part-time Job Function Other Industries Non-profit Organizations Location Honolulu, HI #J-18808-Ljbffr