Project Associate

Community Builders

Community Builders Project Associate supporting Colorado communities through planning, engagement, and redevelopment projects. Creating plans, research, graphics, and community-driven strategies for rural revitalization.

Posted 8/18/2026full-timeRemote • Colorado • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $62,000 - $72,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in community planning, project management, and graphic design, with a strong focus on community engagement and collaboration. Proficient in synthesizing community input and developing strategic plans for economic diversification and revitalization.

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Community PlanningProject ManagementGraphic DesignCommunity EngagementPolicy Analysis

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Hard Skills

Urban DesignPolicy AnalysisCommunity EngagementGraphic DesignData CollectionData AnalysisWritingResearchLand Use LawConceptual Site Planning

Soft Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationWritten CommunicationPresentation SkillsOrganizational SkillsAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

Adobe Suite

Industry Keywords

Economic DiversificationCommunity RevitalizationAffordable HousingComplete StreetsBrownfield RedevelopmentCommunity OutreachLocal Government ProceduresCommunity Design CharrettesCommunity Leader TrainingSpanish Proficiency

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide support and assist with projects addressing economic diversification, community revitalization, affordable housing, complete streets, brownfield redevelopment, and related community issues
Execute tasks and coordinate/manage projects under the direction of senior staff
Collaborate with external partners, cultivate relationships, and maintain effective communication
Facilitate calls with local teams, communicate project next steps, and take/distribute meeting notes
Create community plans synthesizing community input, analysis, and strategies through writing and visualizations
Lead elements of larger community assistance projects
Design graphic communications tools including posters, presentations, and infographics
Design and carry out community engagement strategies and summarize public engagement findings
Research topics and provide clear summaries and infographics
Facilitate community leader training sessions
Plan and execute community design charrettes
Plan logistics for in-person site visits
Develop conceptual site plans for proposed brownfields redevelopment sites
Guide community teams through affordable housing toolkits

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 1-2 years of on-the-job experience working as a team member on complex community projects or initiatives
Foundation in community planning fields such as urban planning and design, community outreach, economic development, housing, or a related area
Demonstrated experience or skills in one or more of: urban design, policy analysis, community engagement, graphic design, writing, research, or land use law
Some experience in community outreach and engagement
Strong analytical skills in community planning and policy disciplines
Strong interpersonal, written, and presentation communication skills
Solid skills/experience in standard graphic design platforms such as Adobe Suite
Solid skills and experience collecting and analyzing data
Basic understanding of local government procedures and processes
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and excellent time, task, and project management skills
Passion for the communities served and the work performed
Ability to work as part of a cohesive team with highly skilled professionals
Strong work ethic and desire to grow personally and professionally
Proficiency in Spanish is highly preferred
Must be based in Colorado
Applications must include a cover letter and answers to additional questions
Preferred, but not required: a master’s degree in a related field

Benefits

Comp & perks

Community Builders covers 100% of the premium for a bronze level health insurance plan (with buy-up options available)
100% of the premium for dental benefits
Match up to 3% towards an IRA
9 paid holidays
23 days of paid time off
Flexible work hours
36-hour minimum work week instead of the traditional 40 hours