On-Call Hub Host at Cultivate Initiatives in Portland, OR

About Cultivate Initiatives:

We are a group of people who work alongside those on the margins to empower individuals and communities through an inclusive range of initiatives and support. We build communities from the inside out through community engagement and action, workforce development, housing & homemaking, and supportive sheltering.

Position Summary:

This role is responsible for being the welcoming face of our Cultivate Initiatives Workforce Hub.The Hub Host works at the front desk and responds to inquiries, provides program information, maintains the lobby space, answers the phone, and any other tasks required to support neighbors and our office.

Compensation and Benefits:

• A starting hourly wage of $20 - 22 depending on experience
• On-call, variable hours providing coverage for the full-time Hub Host
• Paid sick time

Accountability:

This position is accountable to the Workforce Director

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Greets, directs and manages the flow of visitors to the Cultivitate Initiatives main office, “The Hub.”
• Provides resources to neighbors including information about Cultivate Initiatives programs including the Intern program and the Health & Hygiene program
• Keeps commonly used forms/flyers stocked
• Responds to inquiries in a timely manner, communicates accurate information to neighbors and community neighbors, and forwards messages to other staff members as needed
• In charge of answering the phone with excellent customer service
• Keeps waiting area organized, clean and free of debris
• Maintains and updates community resource one-pagers
• Maintains and restocks the coffee station
• Works with various teams as needed on special projects
• Represents Cultivate Initiatives to various stakeholders, volunteers, and community partners that may come into the organization
• May perform other duties as requested by supervisor

Qualifications/Skills:

• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to speak and write in English (Spanish fluency is a bonus)
• Comfortability with using the computer and telephone
• Must have basic computer skills including checking emails, using instant messenger, editing and printing documents, and navigating the internet
• Ability to de-escalate tense situations
• Be able to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively as needed

Work Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Worked is performed primarily indoors, but some support at outdoor coffee station is required
• Ability to work in environments with varying noise levels, from quiet offices to louder, industrial settings.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move objects weighing up to 30 pounds.
• Work requires the ability to perform repetitive movements of the wrist, hands, or fingers due to continuous use of computer keyboards and other office equipment.
• Ability to sit at a desk for extended periods.
• Being physically present for scheduled shifts in the CI offices, which will be on variable days between the hours of for from 8:30a.m.- 4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday

How to apply: Please submit a cover letter and resume electronically through our job portal.

The position is open until filled. Applications received by July 6, 2026, will receive priority consideration. If a suitable candidate is found during that screening, later applications will not be considered. We look forward to speaking with you!

CI is committed to maintaining a safe and secure work environment for employees and neighbors. As part of our hiring process, we conduct criminal history checks for the top candidates of all recruitments and driving history checks for candidates of positions that require operating company vehicles. CI also conducts routine drug tests.

CI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CI values a diverse, inclusive workforce and provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, vaccination status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. If you require accommodation to apply, please contact Emily Hutsell at the following number or email.

Questions: employment@cultivatepdx.org or (503) 719-6135