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How much do community development assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for community development assistant in Kansas is $19.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.67 and $21.44 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills do you need to be a community support worker?

Community Development Assistants need strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills to effectively support community members. They should be able to work collaboratively, demonstrate cultural competence, and often require organizational skills to manage multiple projects. Familiarity with local resources and basic computer skills are also important for success in this role.

What is the role of a community development worker?

A community development worker helps improve local communities by organizing programs, engaging residents, and addressing social issues. They often collaborate with stakeholders, facilitate communication, and may use tools like surveys or meetings to identify community needs and develop solutions.

What does a community development assistant do?

A community development assistant supports local initiatives by coordinating programs, engaging with community members, and assisting with outreach efforts. They often collect data, prepare reports, and help implement projects to improve community well-being, typically working under the supervision of a community development coordinator or manager.

What skills are needed for community development jobs?

Community development assistants need strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills to engage with diverse community members and coordinate projects. They should also have problem-solving abilities, cultural competency, and familiarity with community resources, often supported by knowledge of local policies and basic data management tools.
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Rural Prosperity Coordinator

The Greater Northwest Kansas Community Foundation

Russell, KS • On-site

$50K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Russell County Area Community Foundation, an affiliate of Greater Northwest Kansas Community Foundation, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. In accordance with Kansas law, Russell County Area Community Foundation, an affiliate of Greater Northwest Kansas Community Foundation, also provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind in the workplace.
Russell County Area Community Foundation, an affiliate of Greater Northwest Kansas Community Foundation, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. In accordance with Kansas law, Russell County Area Community Foundation, an affiliate of Greater Northwest Kansas Community Foundation, also provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind in the workplace.
Russell County Area Community Foundation
Rural Prosperity Coordinator
Job Description
The Russell County Area Community Foundation (RCACF) Rural Prosperity Coordinator will provide grant-writing support and develop collaborative relationships between area charitable organizations, schools and government entities for the purpose of community development and betterment of life in the Russell County area. The person will also facilitate the annual Match Month campaign and identify endowment opportunities. This position reports to the RCACF Executive Director.
Responsibilities:
COMMUNITY OUTREACH:
Grant-writing
  • Identify federal, state and other funding opportunities to support the mission of Russell County-based charitable entities to include 501c3 nonprofit organizations, city and county government, churches, schools, and hospital.
  • Assist entities with research, budgeting, compliance, and crafting compelling grant narratives.
  • Develop and implement grant training workshops, educational materials (e.g. e-newsletter, handouts), and other professional development tools that benefit charitable organizations.
  • Manage daily operations, answering and directing calls, correspondence, project requests, and questions.
  • Identify endowment opportunities in Russell County area and report to RCACF director.

Strategic-doing
  • Identify opportunities for collaboration and cooperation among Russell County area charitable entities.
  • Convene, guide iterative problem solving, and engage stakeholders directly with the intent of working toward common goals for the improvement of Russell County.

Youth philanthropy
  • Design, implement and manage a youth philanthropy program dedicated toward teaching youth (primarily middle to high school) about charitable giving, community service, and volunteerism.

FOUNDATION DEVELOPMENT:
  • Facilitate and manage annual RCACF match month campaign, including communications, special events, marketing, donor conversations, professional advisor relations, and reporting with assistance from the board.

MISCELLANEOUS:
  • Attend RCACF board meetings.
  • Participate in training provided by regional and/or national training as recommended or required.
  • Act as spokesperson for the foundation, facilitating positive public relations, and presentations to service organizations and other entities.
  • Support special projects, as directed by the RCACF Executive Director or board.
  • A laptop computer and other necessary office equipment and supplies will be provided at the expense of RCACF with ownership to remain with RCACF.

Requirements to fulfill position:
Residence in Russell County area, preferred
Telecommuting is available with office space for meetings
Grant-writing experience, required
Bachelor's degree, preferred
Nonprofit experience, preferred
Knowledge of Russell County and communities
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects
Exceptional organizational and communication skills
Create and maintain relationships and networks skills
Technology experience including databases, excel, and word
Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background check and maintaining a valid Kansas driver's license.
POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED.
Russell County Area Community Foundation, an affiliate of Greater Northwest Kansas Community Foundation, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
In accordance with Kansas law, Russell County Area Community Foundation, an affiliate of Greater Northwest Kansas Community Foundation, also provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind in the workplace.

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