Bilingual Eviction Prevention Canvassers

The Latino Economic Development Center (LEDC) is a private, non-profit 50l(c)(3) community development corporation founded in 1991. LEDC's mission is to drive the economic and social advancement of low- to moderate-income Latinos and other D.C. area residents by equipping them with the skills and tools to achieve financial independence and become leaders in their communities.  

Position Overview: The Latino Economic Development Center is seeking a Bilingual Eviction Prevention Canvasser to conduct in-person outreach to tenants facing eviction in Washington, D.C. The canvasser may also be invited to assist in outreach, facilitation and support for the weekly Eviction Defense Hub. This is a part-time, temporary position anticipated to be staffed through December of 2024 depending on grant funding, with the possibility of an extension in 2025. The position has a flexible schedule but requires some evening and weekend availability. The position will be supervised by The Tenant Services Program Manager. 

Essential Job Duties/ Responsibilities:  

  • Availability on some weekends and weekday afternoon / evenings (4-8pm)   
  • Comfortable with in-person outreach, door knocking  
  • Comfortable traveling and conducting outreach to all neighborhoods in DC (a car is not necessary, but in that case, comfort using public transportation is necessary)  
  • Ability to explain tenant rights and options in the eviction process (good at explaining rights and options in a legal process, subject-specific training will be provided)  
  • Outgoing, good at speaking to people you’ve never met  
  • Being friendly, engaging and kind  
  • Passionate about supporting tenants in staying in their home, stopping eviction and displacement  

Education and Experience Qualifications Required:  

  • Experience with data entry, typing, and programs such as Microsoft Office and Excel  
  • Previous knowledge and experience with tenant rights or organizing  
  • Outreach or canvassing experience  
  • High school diploma or equivalent  
  • Bilingual candidates preferred  

Compensation and Benefits  

This is a part-time, temporary position expected to be staffed through December 2024, depending on grant funding, with the possibility of extension. The pay is $25/hour, with a flexible schedule of up to 15 hours / week.   

How to apply  

Send your cover letter and resume to [email protected] with a subject line of: Bilingual Eviction Prevention Canvassers. No phone calls please!  

Notices  

Equal Opportunity  

Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all qualified persons. Those applicants requiring accommodation to complete the application and/or interview process should contact [email protected]. LEDC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, with a drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.  

All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, personal appearance, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.  

E-Verify  

LEDC participates in the federal government’s E-Verify program, which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates. For up-to-date information on E-Verify, visit e-verify.gov.