WHO WE ARE
The Humane League (THL) is a global nonprofit ending the abuse of animals raised for food. THL fosters a high-energy culture of teamwork and mission-driven problem solving, and we have earned recognition as Top Charity from Animal Charity Evaluators for all of their rating periods. Over the past few years, we’ve grown to a staff of 100+ talented individuals dispersed across the country and around the world. At THL, how animals are treated in the food system is at the forefront of our everyday work. As such, many of our staff are vegan by personal choice, and all of our THL-hosted events offer fully vegan menus. We welcome all mission-aligned candidates to apply, no matter where you are in your journey to end the abuse of animals raised for food.
YOUR OPPORTUNITY
As Development Coordinator at THL, you will play a pivotal role in creating a positive giving experience for all THL donors and retaining their support for our mission—to end the abuse of animals raised for food.
You will regularly contribute to various donor relations initiatives through effective administrative and project management support, and you’ll step into the role of “donor concierge” from time to time, interacting directly with donors to answer their questions and provide support. You are a great candidate for this role if you are a highly organized thinker with excellent attention to detail, confidence in working with large volumes of data, and enthusiasm for delivering exceptional donor care. This position reports directly to the Associate Director of Donor Care.
This is a full-time, remote position. This position provides the opportunity for optional domestic travel for team retreats, equivalent to approximately 2 week-long trips per year.
We will be holding a webinar on Wednesdsay, May 29th at 5:00pm PT/6:00pm MT/7:00pm CT/8:00pm ET for you to find out more about the role and ask any questions you may have. The webinar will be hosted by Cara Schwalbach, Senior Events and Engagement Lead and Caroline Mills, Associate Vice President of Donor Relations. If you’re interested, please register here . As a webinar, you’ll only be able to see the presenter and not others watching. The webinar will be recorded and available on our website by May 30th.
This position will close on Monday, June 3rd, 2024 at 3:00pm PDT/4:00pm MDT/5:00pm CDT/6:00pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted; if you are experiencing technical issues, please contact careers@thehumaneleague.org prior to the deadline. Please submit applications and all supporting documents in English.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Database Management & Gift Acknowledgements
Maintain detailed, accurate, and legally compliant donor records in EveryAction (THL’s donor database), including up-to-date contact details, recognition preferences, and communication preferences
Manage customized gift acknowledgements, including those for Donor Advised Funds, gifts of stock, restricted gifts, and others
Support the Senior Development Operations Specialist in managing bulk data imports
Support data entry and acknowledgements for employee giving, matching gifts, and third-party online donations
Manage select email automations related to stewardship in EveryAction
As needed, support the Senior Development Operations Specialist in entering gifts into EveryAction, depositing donations via remote scanning, and coordinating with THL’s Finance team and other Development staff to ensure proper tracking and acknowledgement
Administrative Support
Provide the Donor Relations team with detailed donor and contribution reports to support various fundraising and engagement initiatives
Build distribution lists and manage team-wide list reviews for both digital and mailed engagement touchpoints
Support the Donor Relations team in tracking due dates and deliverables for grant agreements and fundraising contracts
Manage the annual application for participation in the Combined Federal Campaign and organize all staff members involved in this process to ensure its timely completion
Donor Relations Support
Conduct research on donors to identify prospects for recommended assignment to a mid-level or major gift portfolio or for legacy gift prospecting
Serve as a "concierge" for donors, when needed, providing high-quality donor care and answering questions via phone and/or email
Stay current on The Humane League’s programs and theory of change to effectively articulate our mission and represent our work to supporters
REQUIRED SKILLS
Data Management: Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with relational databases (such as EveryAction).
Technical Proficiency: Confidence in using software tools and systems (such as Google Workspace and Asana) for collaborative project management and data tracking. Ability to learn new platforms quickly and independently.
Spreadsheet Savvy: Previous experience with Google Sheets and/or Excel. Ability to create and manage highly detailed spreadsheets and lead organized, collaborative work within these documents.
Attention to Detail: Hyper-awareness of the little things. Highly attentive to inconsistency or inaccuracy, and takes initiative to look into and seek resolution of these issues.
Reliability: Ability to safeguard confidential information and perform with a high level of discretion, professionalism, and integrity.
Project Management: Demonstrated ability to balance multiple simultaneous projects, tasks, and deadlines. Uses planning and organization skills to structure and execute complex projects.
Communication: Ability to write and speak clearly and effectively, and to interact with all staff, donors, volunteers, and the public in a positive, professional, and friendly manner.
Once your application has been reviewed, you will be notified via email with further details on the status of your application. If a candidate is moved forward, the interview process will be as follows:
Phone Interview (via phone call)
Work Simulation Exercise (completed remotely)
First Interview (via video call)
Final Interview (via video call)
Reference Check
Each stage is expected to last a week on average. For full details of our recruitment process please review this document .
Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this role is $55,780 - $68,175 USD. At The Humane League, we believe in maintaining a fair and equitable work environment for all employees. As part of our commitment to transparency and equity, we recently implemented a job architecture framework, which levels all of our roles according to size and complexity, as well as a compensation step system, which allows us to account for an individual's total years of related experience when determining their compensation. In addition, we have adopted a no negotiation policy for salaries. To determine a job's level, we carefully consider a variety of factors, including a job's size and complexity, required experience, knowledge, and/or skills, internal comparability, and market data. To determine final compensation, experience will be measured by considering prior work in jobs or activities that are related to the role at THL. These new practices are aligned with our organizational values and will help us ensure we maintain clear, consistent, transparent, and equitable HR processes.
Employees enjoy full medical coverage, optional dental and vision packages, a 401(k) retirement plan, pet care & Rx discount plans, working from home, up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for eligible employees, paid holidays, flexible vacation time, professional development, and the supportive environment at The Humane League!
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Humane League is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with laws and in furtherance of our commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.
Accommodations
The Humane League is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. We trust individuals to self-identify and ask for the accommodations they need. An example of an accommodation might be extra time to complete a work simulation exercise, among many others. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please complete this form to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
AI Policy
We value original work and thought in the application process; with that being said, please refrain from using artificial intelligence to generate your responses. By submitting this application you agree to comply with this. Violations of this policy may result in being dismissed from the hiring process. If you need a reasonable accommodation to this policy, please see above for more information.
May 20, 2024
Full time
WHO WE ARE
The Humane League (THL) is a global nonprofit ending the abuse of animals raised for food. THL fosters a high-energy culture of teamwork and mission-driven problem solving, and we have earned recognition as Top Charity from Animal Charity Evaluators for all of their rating periods. Over the past few years, we’ve grown to a staff of 100+ talented individuals dispersed across the country and around the world. At THL, how animals are treated in the food system is at the forefront of our everyday work. As such, many of our staff are vegan by personal choice, and all of our THL-hosted events offer fully vegan menus. We welcome all mission-aligned candidates to apply, no matter where you are in your journey to end the abuse of animals raised for food.
YOUR OPPORTUNITY
As Development Coordinator at THL, you will play a pivotal role in creating a positive giving experience for all THL donors and retaining their support for our mission—to end the abuse of animals raised for food.
You will regularly contribute to various donor relations initiatives through effective administrative and project management support, and you’ll step into the role of “donor concierge” from time to time, interacting directly with donors to answer their questions and provide support. You are a great candidate for this role if you are a highly organized thinker with excellent attention to detail, confidence in working with large volumes of data, and enthusiasm for delivering exceptional donor care. This position reports directly to the Associate Director of Donor Care.
This is a full-time, remote position. This position provides the opportunity for optional domestic travel for team retreats, equivalent to approximately 2 week-long trips per year.
We will be holding a webinar on Wednesdsay, May 29th at 5:00pm PT/6:00pm MT/7:00pm CT/8:00pm ET for you to find out more about the role and ask any questions you may have. The webinar will be hosted by Cara Schwalbach, Senior Events and Engagement Lead and Caroline Mills, Associate Vice President of Donor Relations. If you’re interested, please register here . As a webinar, you’ll only be able to see the presenter and not others watching. The webinar will be recorded and available on our website by May 30th.
This position will close on Monday, June 3rd, 2024 at 3:00pm PDT/4:00pm MDT/5:00pm CDT/6:00pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted; if you are experiencing technical issues, please contact careers@thehumaneleague.org prior to the deadline. Please submit applications and all supporting documents in English.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Database Management & Gift Acknowledgements
Maintain detailed, accurate, and legally compliant donor records in EveryAction (THL’s donor database), including up-to-date contact details, recognition preferences, and communication preferences
Manage customized gift acknowledgements, including those for Donor Advised Funds, gifts of stock, restricted gifts, and others
Support the Senior Development Operations Specialist in managing bulk data imports
Support data entry and acknowledgements for employee giving, matching gifts, and third-party online donations
Manage select email automations related to stewardship in EveryAction
As needed, support the Senior Development Operations Specialist in entering gifts into EveryAction, depositing donations via remote scanning, and coordinating with THL’s Finance team and other Development staff to ensure proper tracking and acknowledgement
Administrative Support
Provide the Donor Relations team with detailed donor and contribution reports to support various fundraising and engagement initiatives
Build distribution lists and manage team-wide list reviews for both digital and mailed engagement touchpoints
Support the Donor Relations team in tracking due dates and deliverables for grant agreements and fundraising contracts
Manage the annual application for participation in the Combined Federal Campaign and organize all staff members involved in this process to ensure its timely completion
Donor Relations Support
Conduct research on donors to identify prospects for recommended assignment to a mid-level or major gift portfolio or for legacy gift prospecting
Serve as a "concierge" for donors, when needed, providing high-quality donor care and answering questions via phone and/or email
Stay current on The Humane League’s programs and theory of change to effectively articulate our mission and represent our work to supporters
REQUIRED SKILLS
Data Management: Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with relational databases (such as EveryAction).
Technical Proficiency: Confidence in using software tools and systems (such as Google Workspace and Asana) for collaborative project management and data tracking. Ability to learn new platforms quickly and independently.
Spreadsheet Savvy: Previous experience with Google Sheets and/or Excel. Ability to create and manage highly detailed spreadsheets and lead organized, collaborative work within these documents.
Attention to Detail: Hyper-awareness of the little things. Highly attentive to inconsistency or inaccuracy, and takes initiative to look into and seek resolution of these issues.
Reliability: Ability to safeguard confidential information and perform with a high level of discretion, professionalism, and integrity.
Project Management: Demonstrated ability to balance multiple simultaneous projects, tasks, and deadlines. Uses planning and organization skills to structure and execute complex projects.
Communication: Ability to write and speak clearly and effectively, and to interact with all staff, donors, volunteers, and the public in a positive, professional, and friendly manner.
Once your application has been reviewed, you will be notified via email with further details on the status of your application. If a candidate is moved forward, the interview process will be as follows:
Phone Interview (via phone call)
Work Simulation Exercise (completed remotely)
First Interview (via video call)
Final Interview (via video call)
Reference Check
Each stage is expected to last a week on average. For full details of our recruitment process please review this document .
Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this role is $55,780 - $68,175 USD. At The Humane League, we believe in maintaining a fair and equitable work environment for all employees. As part of our commitment to transparency and equity, we recently implemented a job architecture framework, which levels all of our roles according to size and complexity, as well as a compensation step system, which allows us to account for an individual's total years of related experience when determining their compensation. In addition, we have adopted a no negotiation policy for salaries. To determine a job's level, we carefully consider a variety of factors, including a job's size and complexity, required experience, knowledge, and/or skills, internal comparability, and market data. To determine final compensation, experience will be measured by considering prior work in jobs or activities that are related to the role at THL. These new practices are aligned with our organizational values and will help us ensure we maintain clear, consistent, transparent, and equitable HR processes.
Employees enjoy full medical coverage, optional dental and vision packages, a 401(k) retirement plan, pet care & Rx discount plans, working from home, up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for eligible employees, paid holidays, flexible vacation time, professional development, and the supportive environment at The Humane League!
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Humane League is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with laws and in furtherance of our commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.
Accommodations
The Humane League is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. We trust individuals to self-identify and ask for the accommodations they need. An example of an accommodation might be extra time to complete a work simulation exercise, among many others. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please complete this form to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
AI Policy
We value original work and thought in the application process; with that being said, please refrain from using artificial intelligence to generate your responses. By submitting this application you agree to comply with this. Violations of this policy may result in being dismissed from the hiring process. If you need a reasonable accommodation to this policy, please see above for more information.
Clark College
Clark College, 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Vancouver, WA. 98663
Clark College is currently accepting applications for a full-time, permanent classified Procurement and Supply Specialist 2. The successful candidate will plan, coordinate, and perform procurement of supplies, materials, parts, equipment and services and general accounting fiscal tasks in an automated or manual system. This position reports to the Purchasing Manager. The current hybrid work schedule is two days on campus and three days remote. The hybrid schedule and hours are subject to change based on the needs of the college. At Clark, we value equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to growing, learning, and supporting our employees.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:
Perform professional level purchasing functions.
Work collaboratively with team, departments, campus community, and vendor community.
Ensure the timely and cost-effective procurement of supplies, materials, parts, equipment, and services within the requirements of applicable state law, Clark College policies and department guidelines.
Determine specifications are adequate for commodities used; determine available sources of supply.
Source vendors for best price; contact vendors in matters concerning availability, shipping, shortages and returns.
Process requests for supplies and equipment.
Recommend effective procurement methods.
Assist staff with procurement requests and advise on procedures.
Prepare, audit, verify, and process final documents.
Perform all work with attention to detail and accuracy.
Perform one-on-one or group procurement training as required.
Document and/or update information in written or electronic form to maintain accurate and complete records.
Assist with bids as required.
Assist with travel as required.
Perform other work as required.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND COMPETENCIES: Candidates will be evaluated based on application materials, including the supplemental questions and personal interview(s), and will be required to demonstrate competencies in the following areas:
Associate degree in Purchasing Management, Business Administration or a closely aligned field AND one (1) year of full-time purchasing experience.
Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PeopleSoft.
Valid driver’s license.
JOB READINESS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
Ability to work well with people of all ages from academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds.
The initial appointment will include a 6-month probationary period and the employee will earn permanent status after successfully completing probation.
This position is represented by Washington Public Employees Association.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
WHAT WE OFFER:
A healthy work/life balance for our employees with the opportunity for flexible work schedules and remote work depending on position and college needs.
McClaskey Culinary Institute offers fast, fresh, and healthy dining options for students, faculty, staff, and the community. The space, located in Gaiser Hall, features three kiosks, a full-service retail bakery and barista bar, grab-and-go items, and a student-run restaurant.
Coffee Lounge in Hannah Hall and Clark Café in Joan Stout Hall.
Campus bookstore offers snacks, apparel, and specialty supplies.
On-campus early childhood education care program (pending registration and availability).
Gym and recreation facilities available for membership.
Clark promotes wellness with a variety of different workshops and events.
SALARY/BENEFITS: Salary Range: $3,796-$5,088/month | Step A-M (commensurate with qualifications and experience) | Range: 45 | Code: 114F Successful candidates typically start at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases. Clark College offers an exceptional benefits package that includes vacation/sick leave; medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance; retirement; and tuition waiver . APPLICATION DEADLINE : Required application materials must be completed and submitted online by 3 p.m., May 28, 2024 . REQUIRED ONLINE APPLICATION MATERIALS:
Clark College online application
Current resume, with a minimum of three (3) references listed.
Cover letter describing background and experience related to qualifications and responsibilities of the position.
Responses to the supplemental questions included in the online application process.
Please apply online at www.clark.edu/jobs . To contact Clark College Human Resources, please call (360) 992-2105 or email recruitment@clark.edu . DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS Upon request, accommodations are available to persons with disabilities for the application process. Contact Human Resources at (360) 992-2105 or by video phone at (360) 991-0901. SECURITY The security of all the members of the campus community is of vital concern to Clark College. Information regarding crime prevention advice, the authority of the Security/Safety Department, policies concerning reporting of any crimes which may occur on or near college property, and crime statistics for the most recent 3-year period may be requested from the Clark College Security/Safety Department, (360) 992-2133 or security.requests@clark.edu . The most recent Annual Security Report, written in compliance with the Clery Act, can be reviewed here: http://www.clark.edu/campus-life/student-support/security/report.php . ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION If you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work. CORRECTIONS OR EXTENDED NOTICES Corrected or extended notices will be posted online and in the Human Resources Office. Clark College’s Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI) supports individuals with their academic, personal, and professional development, as well as provides training and educational resources for all members of the college community around diversity, inclusion, power, privilege, inequity, social equity, and social justice. The college offers further professional development for our employees through opportunities such as Employee Resource Groups, Social Justice Leadership Institute, Cross Institution Faculty of Color Mentorship program, Administrators of Color Leadership Program, and Faculty and Staff of Color Conference. Clark College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Protected group members are strongly encouraged to apply. Clark College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, citizenship, immigration status or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). The college considers equal opportunity, affirmative action, and non-discrimination to be fundamental to the mission, vision and values of the college. All faculty and staff hired at Clark College are encouraged to embrace, continually support and enhance social equity on our campus and in our community. The college provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, Title II and Title IX, and Affirmative Action: Gerald Gabbard, Director of Labor and Compliance, 360-992-2317, ggabbard@clark.edu , 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Baird 142, Vancouver, Washington 98663. Clark College is a smoke-free/drug free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and or modified without notice. Clark College Human Resources May 3, 2024 24-00055
May 06, 2024
Full time
Clark College is currently accepting applications for a full-time, permanent classified Procurement and Supply Specialist 2. The successful candidate will plan, coordinate, and perform procurement of supplies, materials, parts, equipment and services and general accounting fiscal tasks in an automated or manual system. This position reports to the Purchasing Manager. The current hybrid work schedule is two days on campus and three days remote. The hybrid schedule and hours are subject to change based on the needs of the college. At Clark, we value equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to growing, learning, and supporting our employees.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:
Perform professional level purchasing functions.
Work collaboratively with team, departments, campus community, and vendor community.
Ensure the timely and cost-effective procurement of supplies, materials, parts, equipment, and services within the requirements of applicable state law, Clark College policies and department guidelines.
Determine specifications are adequate for commodities used; determine available sources of supply.
Source vendors for best price; contact vendors in matters concerning availability, shipping, shortages and returns.
Process requests for supplies and equipment.
Recommend effective procurement methods.
Assist staff with procurement requests and advise on procedures.
Prepare, audit, verify, and process final documents.
Perform all work with attention to detail and accuracy.
Perform one-on-one or group procurement training as required.
Document and/or update information in written or electronic form to maintain accurate and complete records.
Assist with bids as required.
Assist with travel as required.
Perform other work as required.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND COMPETENCIES: Candidates will be evaluated based on application materials, including the supplemental questions and personal interview(s), and will be required to demonstrate competencies in the following areas:
Associate degree in Purchasing Management, Business Administration or a closely aligned field AND one (1) year of full-time purchasing experience.
Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PeopleSoft.
Valid driver’s license.
JOB READINESS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
Ability to work well with people of all ages from academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds.
The initial appointment will include a 6-month probationary period and the employee will earn permanent status after successfully completing probation.
This position is represented by Washington Public Employees Association.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
WHAT WE OFFER:
A healthy work/life balance for our employees with the opportunity for flexible work schedules and remote work depending on position and college needs.
McClaskey Culinary Institute offers fast, fresh, and healthy dining options for students, faculty, staff, and the community. The space, located in Gaiser Hall, features three kiosks, a full-service retail bakery and barista bar, grab-and-go items, and a student-run restaurant.
Coffee Lounge in Hannah Hall and Clark Café in Joan Stout Hall.
Campus bookstore offers snacks, apparel, and specialty supplies.
On-campus early childhood education care program (pending registration and availability).
Gym and recreation facilities available for membership.
Clark promotes wellness with a variety of different workshops and events.
SALARY/BENEFITS: Salary Range: $3,796-$5,088/month | Step A-M (commensurate with qualifications and experience) | Range: 45 | Code: 114F Successful candidates typically start at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases. Clark College offers an exceptional benefits package that includes vacation/sick leave; medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance; retirement; and tuition waiver . APPLICATION DEADLINE : Required application materials must be completed and submitted online by 3 p.m., May 28, 2024 . REQUIRED ONLINE APPLICATION MATERIALS:
Clark College online application
Current resume, with a minimum of three (3) references listed.
Cover letter describing background and experience related to qualifications and responsibilities of the position.
Responses to the supplemental questions included in the online application process.
Please apply online at www.clark.edu/jobs . To contact Clark College Human Resources, please call (360) 992-2105 or email recruitment@clark.edu . DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS Upon request, accommodations are available to persons with disabilities for the application process. Contact Human Resources at (360) 992-2105 or by video phone at (360) 991-0901. SECURITY The security of all the members of the campus community is of vital concern to Clark College. Information regarding crime prevention advice, the authority of the Security/Safety Department, policies concerning reporting of any crimes which may occur on or near college property, and crime statistics for the most recent 3-year period may be requested from the Clark College Security/Safety Department, (360) 992-2133 or security.requests@clark.edu . The most recent Annual Security Report, written in compliance with the Clery Act, can be reviewed here: http://www.clark.edu/campus-life/student-support/security/report.php . ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION If you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work. CORRECTIONS OR EXTENDED NOTICES Corrected or extended notices will be posted online and in the Human Resources Office. Clark College’s Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI) supports individuals with their academic, personal, and professional development, as well as provides training and educational resources for all members of the college community around diversity, inclusion, power, privilege, inequity, social equity, and social justice. The college offers further professional development for our employees through opportunities such as Employee Resource Groups, Social Justice Leadership Institute, Cross Institution Faculty of Color Mentorship program, Administrators of Color Leadership Program, and Faculty and Staff of Color Conference. Clark College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Protected group members are strongly encouraged to apply. Clark College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, citizenship, immigration status or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). The college considers equal opportunity, affirmative action, and non-discrimination to be fundamental to the mission, vision and values of the college. All faculty and staff hired at Clark College are encouraged to embrace, continually support and enhance social equity on our campus and in our community. The college provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, Title II and Title IX, and Affirmative Action: Gerald Gabbard, Director of Labor and Compliance, 360-992-2317, ggabbard@clark.edu , 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Baird 142, Vancouver, Washington 98663. Clark College is a smoke-free/drug free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and or modified without notice. Clark College Human Resources May 3, 2024 24-00055
Girl Scouts of Colorado
Steamboat Springs, CO, USA
GSCO celebrates diversity and values the strengths that come with having a diverse community. People from historically marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Girl Scouts of Colorado offers amazing opportunities for talented, forward-thinking, innovative individuals who share our vision of helping girls and young women change the world for the better.
Girl Scouts has been equipping girls to achieve their full potential more than 100 years-and today, Girl Scouts stands as the preeminent leadership development organization for girls, with 2.5 million members across the nation and around the globe.
At Girl Scouts of Colorado, we serve more than 20,000 members and we believe all girls should have the opportunity to reach their full potential and all girls have the power to change the world.
Here's your opportunity to enhance your career while making a difference in girls' lives and in the world!
You will be joining a supportive and flexible work environment with team members who work together to champion girl ambition. We are on a mission to build girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. The right candidate won't just be promoting a program. Their work will impact and change future generations!
What is an On-Call Membership Specialist?
The on-call Membership Support Specialist supports the recruitment and retention of Girl Scout volunteers and members through program delivery and logistic support of recruitment events.
They are responsible for attending community-based events where they will promote Girl Scouts, answer questions about the program, and facilitate basic activities. This position will collect contact information for prospective members and volunteers and connect them with the local Program and Membership Experience team.
The on-call Membership Support Specialist will have access to a monthly listing of work opportunities including but not limited to recruitment events, program events, and general office and administrative work.
The on-call Membership Support Specialist will work no more than 10 hours per month.
**It is required that the Membership Specialist resides within (or in close proximity to) the Western Slope Region of Colorado, USA. Applicants may reside in the following counties: Mesa, Garfield, Pitkin, Eagle, Summit, Chaffee, Lake, Delta, Montrose, Gunnison, Hinsdale, San Juan, Montezuma, or La Plata.
Volunteer & Member Retention
Develop, cultivate, and support relationships with service unit and troop volunteers in assigned area to support delivery of Girl Scout programming.
Provide ongoing support, supervision, and direction to administrative volunteers in assigned geographic areas by interpreting Girl Scouts of the USA and council policies, standards, and procedures and by directing volunteers to additional support services.
Identify the need for and provides timely problem solving and conflict resolution support/intervention when appropriate.
Serve as the main point of contact for geographic area volunteers relaying pertinent information to council staff and to guide volunteers to additional support services and resources.
Work collaboratively with all Council departments to ensure council program and initiatives are successfully marketed to youth and adult membership.
Provide professional, superior customer service to all internal and external customers, members, volunteers, staff and other community contacts in person, electronically and by phone.
Volunteer & Member Recruitment
Through analysis of community needs, demographic data and membership statistics, develop, design and conduct recruitment and retention plan for youth and volunteer membership growth in designated geographic areas.
Establish the appropriate volunteer support team to accomplish key priorities by selecting, appointing, and coaching volunteers in assigned geographic areas.
Membership Conversion
Guide potential adult and youth members on the Salesforce pipeline through conversion by phone calls, emails, etc.
Follow up on new leads and referrals resulting from field activity in a timely fashion.
Coordinate the placement of registered Girl Scouts into appropriate troops.
Coordinate the placement of registered adults into appropriate volunteer roles.
Ensure that diversity and pluralism is embraced and incorporated into the daily work of the position.
Active participation in the development of environments that foster diversity, equity, inclusion, and access through words, actions, and attitude.
Perform other duties as necessary or assigned.
Other Responsibilities
Collaborate with other members of the regional and volunteer support, recruitment, and placement specialist teams statewide to ensure the effective implementation of local and statewide renewal and member engagement strategies.
Collaborate with the program team to drive participation in staff-led program opportunities.
Collaborate with the customer care and data teams to ensure prompt response to customer inquiries and accuracy of membership data.
Collaborate with Product Program team to drive participation in and deliver on a positive member experience within the product programs.
Support the efforts and commitments of Girl Scouts of Colorado in the area of pluralism and diversity throughout the organization and within each community served.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills, including public speaking and networking skills required.
Skills in conflict resolution and mediation.
Knowledge of volunteer management strategies preferred.
Passionate about working in an organization that values and promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism.
Bilingual skills desired but not required.
Must pass a criminal background check acceptable to GSCO standards.
EDUCATIONAL OR FORMAL TRAINING
No formal educational requirements
EXPERIENCE
Experience in membership development, recruitment and/or retention, preferred.
Experienced in data management using sales/customer management software (Salesforce) preferred.
MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY USED
Computer and related software, telephone, e-mail, fax machines, copiers and equipment commonly found in an office environment.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Variable working schedule including potential for multiple evening meetings each month, weekends and some overnight stays.
Regular travel throughout council jurisdiction may be required.
Ability to communicate effectively with employees, volunteers, customers and vendors.
Access to transportation with insurance at required state levels to conduct business statewide.
Valid driver's license and driving record acceptable to the Girl Scout insurance company.
May be required to transport Girl Scout materials weighing up to 30 pounds from a vehicle to a building as well as preparing facilities for meetings, with or without assistance.
Salary
This position pays $18.00 per hour. Bilingual pay differential of an additional $2.00 per hour may be available*
Benefits
Sick Leave in accordance with Colorado law.
Girl Scouts of Colorado celebrates diversity and values the strengths that come with having a diverse community. People from historically marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Girl Scouts of Colorado (GSCO) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: GSCO is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at GSCO are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations where we operate. GSCO will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
We encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities. Our workplace is inclusive, and we strive to create an accessible and accommodating environment for all employees. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations regarding accommodations for disabilities, including the Americans with Disabilities Act as Amended (ADAAA). If you are invited to interview and require accommodations, please inform us in advance so that we can make the necessary arrangements to ensure a smooth and accessible interview experience. If you have questions about accessibility or need assistance with the application process, please contact Human Resources at careers@gscolorado.org or 877-404-5708. We are here to help.
Apr 25, 2024
Part time
GSCO celebrates diversity and values the strengths that come with having a diverse community. People from historically marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Girl Scouts of Colorado offers amazing opportunities for talented, forward-thinking, innovative individuals who share our vision of helping girls and young women change the world for the better.
Girl Scouts has been equipping girls to achieve their full potential more than 100 years-and today, Girl Scouts stands as the preeminent leadership development organization for girls, with 2.5 million members across the nation and around the globe.
At Girl Scouts of Colorado, we serve more than 20,000 members and we believe all girls should have the opportunity to reach their full potential and all girls have the power to change the world.
Here's your opportunity to enhance your career while making a difference in girls' lives and in the world!
You will be joining a supportive and flexible work environment with team members who work together to champion girl ambition. We are on a mission to build girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. The right candidate won't just be promoting a program. Their work will impact and change future generations!
What is an On-Call Membership Specialist?
The on-call Membership Support Specialist supports the recruitment and retention of Girl Scout volunteers and members through program delivery and logistic support of recruitment events.
They are responsible for attending community-based events where they will promote Girl Scouts, answer questions about the program, and facilitate basic activities. This position will collect contact information for prospective members and volunteers and connect them with the local Program and Membership Experience team.
The on-call Membership Support Specialist will have access to a monthly listing of work opportunities including but not limited to recruitment events, program events, and general office and administrative work.
The on-call Membership Support Specialist will work no more than 10 hours per month.
**It is required that the Membership Specialist resides within (or in close proximity to) the Western Slope Region of Colorado, USA. Applicants may reside in the following counties: Mesa, Garfield, Pitkin, Eagle, Summit, Chaffee, Lake, Delta, Montrose, Gunnison, Hinsdale, San Juan, Montezuma, or La Plata.
Volunteer & Member Retention
Develop, cultivate, and support relationships with service unit and troop volunteers in assigned area to support delivery of Girl Scout programming.
Provide ongoing support, supervision, and direction to administrative volunteers in assigned geographic areas by interpreting Girl Scouts of the USA and council policies, standards, and procedures and by directing volunteers to additional support services.
Identify the need for and provides timely problem solving and conflict resolution support/intervention when appropriate.
Serve as the main point of contact for geographic area volunteers relaying pertinent information to council staff and to guide volunteers to additional support services and resources.
Work collaboratively with all Council departments to ensure council program and initiatives are successfully marketed to youth and adult membership.
Provide professional, superior customer service to all internal and external customers, members, volunteers, staff and other community contacts in person, electronically and by phone.
Volunteer & Member Recruitment
Through analysis of community needs, demographic data and membership statistics, develop, design and conduct recruitment and retention plan for youth and volunteer membership growth in designated geographic areas.
Establish the appropriate volunteer support team to accomplish key priorities by selecting, appointing, and coaching volunteers in assigned geographic areas.
Membership Conversion
Guide potential adult and youth members on the Salesforce pipeline through conversion by phone calls, emails, etc.
Follow up on new leads and referrals resulting from field activity in a timely fashion.
Coordinate the placement of registered Girl Scouts into appropriate troops.
Coordinate the placement of registered adults into appropriate volunteer roles.
Ensure that diversity and pluralism is embraced and incorporated into the daily work of the position.
Active participation in the development of environments that foster diversity, equity, inclusion, and access through words, actions, and attitude.
Perform other duties as necessary or assigned.
Other Responsibilities
Collaborate with other members of the regional and volunteer support, recruitment, and placement specialist teams statewide to ensure the effective implementation of local and statewide renewal and member engagement strategies.
Collaborate with the program team to drive participation in staff-led program opportunities.
Collaborate with the customer care and data teams to ensure prompt response to customer inquiries and accuracy of membership data.
Collaborate with Product Program team to drive participation in and deliver on a positive member experience within the product programs.
Support the efforts and commitments of Girl Scouts of Colorado in the area of pluralism and diversity throughout the organization and within each community served.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills, including public speaking and networking skills required.
Skills in conflict resolution and mediation.
Knowledge of volunteer management strategies preferred.
Passionate about working in an organization that values and promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism.
Bilingual skills desired but not required.
Must pass a criminal background check acceptable to GSCO standards.
EDUCATIONAL OR FORMAL TRAINING
No formal educational requirements
EXPERIENCE
Experience in membership development, recruitment and/or retention, preferred.
Experienced in data management using sales/customer management software (Salesforce) preferred.
MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY USED
Computer and related software, telephone, e-mail, fax machines, copiers and equipment commonly found in an office environment.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Variable working schedule including potential for multiple evening meetings each month, weekends and some overnight stays.
Regular travel throughout council jurisdiction may be required.
Ability to communicate effectively with employees, volunteers, customers and vendors.
Access to transportation with insurance at required state levels to conduct business statewide.
Valid driver's license and driving record acceptable to the Girl Scout insurance company.
May be required to transport Girl Scout materials weighing up to 30 pounds from a vehicle to a building as well as preparing facilities for meetings, with or without assistance.
Salary
This position pays $18.00 per hour. Bilingual pay differential of an additional $2.00 per hour may be available*
Benefits
Sick Leave in accordance with Colorado law.
Girl Scouts of Colorado celebrates diversity and values the strengths that come with having a diverse community. People from historically marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Girl Scouts of Colorado (GSCO) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: GSCO is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at GSCO are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations where we operate. GSCO will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
We encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities. Our workplace is inclusive, and we strive to create an accessible and accommodating environment for all employees. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations regarding accommodations for disabilities, including the Americans with Disabilities Act as Amended (ADAAA). If you are invited to interview and require accommodations, please inform us in advance so that we can make the necessary arrangements to ensure a smooth and accessible interview experience. If you have questions about accessibility or need assistance with the application process, please contact Human Resources at careers@gscolorado.org or 877-404-5708. We are here to help.
The Humane League
Remote (Central or East time zones of the United States)
WHO WE ARE
The Humane League (THL) is a global nonprofit ending the abuse of animals raised for food. THL fosters a high-energy culture of teamwork and mission-driven problem solving, and we have earned recognition as Top Charity from Animal Charity Evaluators for all of their rating periods. Over the past few years, we’ve grown to a staff of 100+ talented individuals dispersed across the country and around the world. At THL, how animals are treated in the food system is at the forefront of our everyday work. As such, many of our staff are vegan by personal choice, and all of our THL-hosted events offer fully vegan menus. We welcome all mission-aligned candidates to apply, no matter where you are in your journey to end the abuse of animals raised for food.
YOUR OPPORTUNITY
The Open Wing Alliance (OWA), a program of The Humane League, is a global coalition of 90+ animal protection organizations united in a common goal: to end the abuse of chickens worldwide. For the past several years, we have focused our efforts on eliminating battery cages by securing cage-free policies from major retailers, restaurants, and manufacturers. We specialize in institutional campaigning, a strategic approach that can be tailored to our members’ unique circumstances and challenges. It also pays off; in the past year alone, OWA groups secured 23 global cage-free policies and over 160 regional cage-free policies.
As the Digital Campaign Action Specialist, known internally as the Global Campaign Mobilization Specialist, you play an integral role in supporting global and regional campaigns through the management of the action app, a web-based application which enables supporters to take digital campaign actions. You will work closely with the Global Campaigns team to set up impactful actions that contribute to campaign victories, and you will develop and carry out a plan for mobilizing supporters around the world, including regional segmentation and supporter-building initiatives. You will also lead, train, and support OWA members in their use of the action app.
You are ideal for this position because you have excellent technology skills and attention to detail, which will enable you to effectively leverage our in-house advocacy platforms. You are familiar with social media and possess the organization and communication skills needed to mobilize OWA member organizations. This position reports directly to the Senior Global Corporate Campaigns Manager.
This is a temporary, full-time, remote position . The temporary hire will provide coverage while a permanent staff member is on leave. Employment is expected to begin on approximately July 1st, 2024 and end on approximately July 31st, 2025. The duration of employment may be extended or shortened at The Humane League’s discretion. This position requires domestic and international travel for OWA summits and staff retreats; this is equivalent to approximately 2-4 week-long trips per year.
We are only able to consider applicants who reside in the United States within the Eastern or Central time zones and possess United States work authorization.
We have recorded a webinar hosted by Jennie Hunter, Sr. Global Corporate Campaigns Manager, and Caitlin Campbell, Sr. Global Corporate Campaigns Lead, for this role. You can view the recording at this link . Please note that some details are different with this being the temporary coverage of the permanent role and this webinar being for the permanent role. If you have any additional questions, please email careers@thehumaneleague.org and we can answer them.
This position will close on Friday, May 10, 2024 at 1:00pm PDT/2:00pm MDT/3:00pm CDT/4:00pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted; if you are experiencing technical issues, please contact careers@thehumaneleague.org prior to the deadline. Please submit applications and all supporting documents in English.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Work closely with the Global Campaigns team to plan, design, and monitor impactful actions that will advance our cage-free work and secure victories in global campaigns.
Manage and develop our digital action platform. Lead supporter-building initiatives, with the aim of increasing the number of global action-takers. Incorporate regional segmentation of actions, allowing OWA groups greater use of the app to build and support regional campaigns.
Train and oversee OWA member groups in their use of the action app. Serve as the point of contact for any issues or questions that arise.
Conceive and implement strategies to motivate supporters and OWA members to take digital actions.
Manage sharing of the action app space, considering the needs of various campaigns and stakeholders in determining which regional actions to prioritize.
Maintain a calendar for both regional and global campaign actions.
Act as a liaison between Global Campaigns and other departments to establish digital engagement goals and strategies.
REQUIRED SKILLS
One year of experience working in pressure campaigns, grassroots organizing, social media management, and/or communications.
Attention to detail and organization: Excellent attention to detail needed to accurately set up and monitor digital actions and manage multiple overlapping projects with different timelines and many moving pieces. Able to manage time effectively, develop organized systems and schedules, and accommodate last-minute changes.
Strategic thinking and analysis: Keen sense of strategy needed to choose impactful actions, motivate global supporters to take action, and maintain an action schedule that will maximize our global strategy along with regional growth and impact. Considers issues from various angles and generates logical and cohesive ideas. Results-driven and analytical mindset with the skills to analyze datasets and draw insights to help inform short-term and long-term strategy across multiple channels.
Communication: Fluency in English required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills needed to coordinate with OWA groups and convey campaign goals in a compelling manner. Adapts tone and style to suit different audiences across various cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
Innovation: Uses creativity to develop supporter-building initiatives. Conceives and explores new ways to engage supporters and increase the power of global and regional campaigns.
Tech-savvy: Demonstrated ability to learn new software quickly and independently. Comfort and proficiency with contemporary software applications, and familiarity with social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok. Able to effectively use spreadsheets to manage data.
Global mindset: Able to approach work with a global perspective, taking into consideration the diverse experiences of OWA member groups across many different cultures, languages, and political systems. Uses a global and multicultural mindset to provide inclusive training, share action app space equitably, and support campaigns across a variety of cultural contexts.
Independence: Self-motivated and comfortable taking initiative, with solid decision-making skills. Committed to accountability and reliably follows through on responsibilities.
Collaboration: Solid relationship-building and interpersonal skills. Able to engage and collaborate successfully with internal and external stakeholders representing various backgrounds, identities, and levels of experience.
Once your application has been reviewed, you will be notified via email with further details on the status of your application. If a candidate is moved forward, the interview process will be as follows:
Phone Interview (via phone call)
Work Simulation Exercise (completed remotely)
Interview (via video call)
Reference Check
For full details of our recruitment process please review this document .
Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this role is $61,927 - $75,689 USD . At The Humane League, we believe in maintaining a fair and equitable work environment for all employees. As part of our commitment to transparency and equity, we recently implemented a job architecture framework, which levels all of our roles according to size and complexity, as well as a compensation step system, which allows us to account for an individual's total years of related experience when determining their compensation. In addition, we have adopted a no negotiation policy for salaries. To determine a job's level, we carefully consider a variety of factors, including a job's size and complexity, required experience, knowledge, and/or skills, internal comparability, and market data. To determine final compensation, experience will be measured by considering prior work in jobs or activities that are related to the role at THL. These new practices are aligned with our organizational values and will help us ensure we maintain clear, consistent, transparent, and equitable HR processes.
At The Humane League, eligible employees may have access to a variety of benefits based on their eligibility, including full medical coverage, optional dental and vision packages, a 401(k) retirement plan, pet care & Rx discount plans, the opportunity to work from home, up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for eligible employees, paid holidays, flexible vacation time, professional development, and the supportive environment that defines our workplace culture!
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Humane League is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with laws and in furtherance of our commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.
Accommodations
The Humane League is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. We trust individuals to self-identify and ask for the accommodations they need. An example of an accommodation might be extra time to complete a work simulation exercise, among many others. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please complete this form to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
AI Policy
We value original work and thought in the application process; with that being said, please refrain from using artificial intelligence to generate your responses. By submitting this application you agree to comply with this. Violations of this policy may result in being dismissed from the hiring process. If you need a reasonable accommodation to this policy, please see above for more information.
Apr 25, 2024
Full time
WHO WE ARE
The Humane League (THL) is a global nonprofit ending the abuse of animals raised for food. THL fosters a high-energy culture of teamwork and mission-driven problem solving, and we have earned recognition as Top Charity from Animal Charity Evaluators for all of their rating periods. Over the past few years, we’ve grown to a staff of 100+ talented individuals dispersed across the country and around the world. At THL, how animals are treated in the food system is at the forefront of our everyday work. As such, many of our staff are vegan by personal choice, and all of our THL-hosted events offer fully vegan menus. We welcome all mission-aligned candidates to apply, no matter where you are in your journey to end the abuse of animals raised for food.
YOUR OPPORTUNITY
The Open Wing Alliance (OWA), a program of The Humane League, is a global coalition of 90+ animal protection organizations united in a common goal: to end the abuse of chickens worldwide. For the past several years, we have focused our efforts on eliminating battery cages by securing cage-free policies from major retailers, restaurants, and manufacturers. We specialize in institutional campaigning, a strategic approach that can be tailored to our members’ unique circumstances and challenges. It also pays off; in the past year alone, OWA groups secured 23 global cage-free policies and over 160 regional cage-free policies.
As the Digital Campaign Action Specialist, known internally as the Global Campaign Mobilization Specialist, you play an integral role in supporting global and regional campaigns through the management of the action app, a web-based application which enables supporters to take digital campaign actions. You will work closely with the Global Campaigns team to set up impactful actions that contribute to campaign victories, and you will develop and carry out a plan for mobilizing supporters around the world, including regional segmentation and supporter-building initiatives. You will also lead, train, and support OWA members in their use of the action app.
You are ideal for this position because you have excellent technology skills and attention to detail, which will enable you to effectively leverage our in-house advocacy platforms. You are familiar with social media and possess the organization and communication skills needed to mobilize OWA member organizations. This position reports directly to the Senior Global Corporate Campaigns Manager.
This is a temporary, full-time, remote position . The temporary hire will provide coverage while a permanent staff member is on leave. Employment is expected to begin on approximately July 1st, 2024 and end on approximately July 31st, 2025. The duration of employment may be extended or shortened at The Humane League’s discretion. This position requires domestic and international travel for OWA summits and staff retreats; this is equivalent to approximately 2-4 week-long trips per year.
We are only able to consider applicants who reside in the United States within the Eastern or Central time zones and possess United States work authorization.
We have recorded a webinar hosted by Jennie Hunter, Sr. Global Corporate Campaigns Manager, and Caitlin Campbell, Sr. Global Corporate Campaigns Lead, for this role. You can view the recording at this link . Please note that some details are different with this being the temporary coverage of the permanent role and this webinar being for the permanent role. If you have any additional questions, please email careers@thehumaneleague.org and we can answer them.
This position will close on Friday, May 10, 2024 at 1:00pm PDT/2:00pm MDT/3:00pm CDT/4:00pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted; if you are experiencing technical issues, please contact careers@thehumaneleague.org prior to the deadline. Please submit applications and all supporting documents in English.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Work closely with the Global Campaigns team to plan, design, and monitor impactful actions that will advance our cage-free work and secure victories in global campaigns.
Manage and develop our digital action platform. Lead supporter-building initiatives, with the aim of increasing the number of global action-takers. Incorporate regional segmentation of actions, allowing OWA groups greater use of the app to build and support regional campaigns.
Train and oversee OWA member groups in their use of the action app. Serve as the point of contact for any issues or questions that arise.
Conceive and implement strategies to motivate supporters and OWA members to take digital actions.
Manage sharing of the action app space, considering the needs of various campaigns and stakeholders in determining which regional actions to prioritize.
Maintain a calendar for both regional and global campaign actions.
Act as a liaison between Global Campaigns and other departments to establish digital engagement goals and strategies.
REQUIRED SKILLS
One year of experience working in pressure campaigns, grassroots organizing, social media management, and/or communications.
Attention to detail and organization: Excellent attention to detail needed to accurately set up and monitor digital actions and manage multiple overlapping projects with different timelines and many moving pieces. Able to manage time effectively, develop organized systems and schedules, and accommodate last-minute changes.
Strategic thinking and analysis: Keen sense of strategy needed to choose impactful actions, motivate global supporters to take action, and maintain an action schedule that will maximize our global strategy along with regional growth and impact. Considers issues from various angles and generates logical and cohesive ideas. Results-driven and analytical mindset with the skills to analyze datasets and draw insights to help inform short-term and long-term strategy across multiple channels.
Communication: Fluency in English required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills needed to coordinate with OWA groups and convey campaign goals in a compelling manner. Adapts tone and style to suit different audiences across various cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
Innovation: Uses creativity to develop supporter-building initiatives. Conceives and explores new ways to engage supporters and increase the power of global and regional campaigns.
Tech-savvy: Demonstrated ability to learn new software quickly and independently. Comfort and proficiency with contemporary software applications, and familiarity with social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok. Able to effectively use spreadsheets to manage data.
Global mindset: Able to approach work with a global perspective, taking into consideration the diverse experiences of OWA member groups across many different cultures, languages, and political systems. Uses a global and multicultural mindset to provide inclusive training, share action app space equitably, and support campaigns across a variety of cultural contexts.
Independence: Self-motivated and comfortable taking initiative, with solid decision-making skills. Committed to accountability and reliably follows through on responsibilities.
Collaboration: Solid relationship-building and interpersonal skills. Able to engage and collaborate successfully with internal and external stakeholders representing various backgrounds, identities, and levels of experience.
Once your application has been reviewed, you will be notified via email with further details on the status of your application. If a candidate is moved forward, the interview process will be as follows:
Phone Interview (via phone call)
Work Simulation Exercise (completed remotely)
Interview (via video call)
Reference Check
For full details of our recruitment process please review this document .
Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this role is $61,927 - $75,689 USD . At The Humane League, we believe in maintaining a fair and equitable work environment for all employees. As part of our commitment to transparency and equity, we recently implemented a job architecture framework, which levels all of our roles according to size and complexity, as well as a compensation step system, which allows us to account for an individual's total years of related experience when determining their compensation. In addition, we have adopted a no negotiation policy for salaries. To determine a job's level, we carefully consider a variety of factors, including a job's size and complexity, required experience, knowledge, and/or skills, internal comparability, and market data. To determine final compensation, experience will be measured by considering prior work in jobs or activities that are related to the role at THL. These new practices are aligned with our organizational values and will help us ensure we maintain clear, consistent, transparent, and equitable HR processes.
At The Humane League, eligible employees may have access to a variety of benefits based on their eligibility, including full medical coverage, optional dental and vision packages, a 401(k) retirement plan, pet care & Rx discount plans, the opportunity to work from home, up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for eligible employees, paid holidays, flexible vacation time, professional development, and the supportive environment that defines our workplace culture!
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Humane League is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with laws and in furtherance of our commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.
Accommodations
The Humane League is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. We trust individuals to self-identify and ask for the accommodations they need. An example of an accommodation might be extra time to complete a work simulation exercise, among many others. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please complete this form to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
AI Policy
We value original work and thought in the application process; with that being said, please refrain from using artificial intelligence to generate your responses. By submitting this application you agree to comply with this. Violations of this policy may result in being dismissed from the hiring process. If you need a reasonable accommodation to this policy, please see above for more information.
The Prince George's County Memorial Library System (PGCMLS) seeks a creative Media Production Specialist who brings not only technical expertise, but also a willingness to push the boundaries of what content is expected from a public library - providing eye-catching, thought-provoking, and memorable stories and imagery through photos, video, and sound. You will have the opportunity to work with staff throughout all departments of the Library, with executives and with partner organizations. Job Summary: The Media Production Specialist serves as a subject matter expert on all aspects of media production, and is responsible for video production, live sound engineering, photography, audio/video post production under the direction of the Communications Manager. Production duties include social media content creation, documentary photography, oral history and podcast recording and editing, and contributing to major library creative team campaigns and initiatives. You will also contribute to reporting on PGCMLS Communications Department activities for internal and external audiences. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in marketing, public relations, journalism, film, sound design/engineering, photography, or a related field required. Three or more years of experience media production (photo/video/sound) for an institution or business. Ability to use professional mirrorless hybrid camera systems, cinema grade video cameras, live streaming devices, and external video recorders with high quality output. High-level user with production software and apps such as Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere Pro, Lightroom, Photoshop, After Effects, etc.), Canva, OBS, DAWs, and software plug-ins. Ability to provide documentary photo and video support for library events, meetings, and programs that may require extensive setups and multiple hours of standing and movement around PGCMLS and partner venues. Ability to adapt to and learn new video and photo tech, including multiple photo and video camera systems, software applications, PA systems, field recording equipment, and livestream broadcast switchers.
The full job posting can be found on www.pgcmls.info.
Apr 02, 2024
Full time
The Prince George's County Memorial Library System (PGCMLS) seeks a creative Media Production Specialist who brings not only technical expertise, but also a willingness to push the boundaries of what content is expected from a public library - providing eye-catching, thought-provoking, and memorable stories and imagery through photos, video, and sound. You will have the opportunity to work with staff throughout all departments of the Library, with executives and with partner organizations. Job Summary: The Media Production Specialist serves as a subject matter expert on all aspects of media production, and is responsible for video production, live sound engineering, photography, audio/video post production under the direction of the Communications Manager. Production duties include social media content creation, documentary photography, oral history and podcast recording and editing, and contributing to major library creative team campaigns and initiatives. You will also contribute to reporting on PGCMLS Communications Department activities for internal and external audiences. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in marketing, public relations, journalism, film, sound design/engineering, photography, or a related field required. Three or more years of experience media production (photo/video/sound) for an institution or business. Ability to use professional mirrorless hybrid camera systems, cinema grade video cameras, live streaming devices, and external video recorders with high quality output. High-level user with production software and apps such as Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere Pro, Lightroom, Photoshop, After Effects, etc.), Canva, OBS, DAWs, and software plug-ins. Ability to provide documentary photo and video support for library events, meetings, and programs that may require extensive setups and multiple hours of standing and movement around PGCMLS and partner venues. Ability to adapt to and learn new video and photo tech, including multiple photo and video camera systems, software applications, PA systems, field recording equipment, and livestream broadcast switchers.
The full job posting can be found on www.pgcmls.info.
The Prince George's County Memorial Library System (PGCMLS) seeks a creative Marketing Specialist who finds inventive and engaging methods of conveying an institution's vision, values, and messaging. You appreciate the richly diverse perspectives of a metropolitan library community and take an inclusive and open-minded approach to interacting with them. When presented with a challenge, you analyze the situation, identify key goals and roadblocks, and strategize a path to success. You are a self-motivated project lead that provides support, direction, and creates synergies within your work teams and groups. You have a passion and broad skill set for creating high quality visual and written marketing tools. Job Summary: The Marketing Specialist supports and promotes a strong positive public image for the Library through marketing and social media campaigns. Increases awareness, understanding and engagement with library services and resources. Analyzes and communicates market data. Evaluates effectiveness of marketing efforts. Represents the library in the community. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, or a related field required. Master’s degree or commensurate experience in a related field preferred. Three or more years of experience coordinating marketing for an institution or business. Graphic design skills preferred. Current knowledge of marketing, content development, and community relations practices required. Excellent communication and customer service skills required, responsive and personable. High-level user with Google Suite, Microsoft Office, email marketing platforms, social media, and Adobe Creative Suite. Copy editing skills in multiple editorial styles, including AP style.
The full job posting can be found on www.pgcmls.info.
Apr 02, 2024
Full time
The Prince George's County Memorial Library System (PGCMLS) seeks a creative Marketing Specialist who finds inventive and engaging methods of conveying an institution's vision, values, and messaging. You appreciate the richly diverse perspectives of a metropolitan library community and take an inclusive and open-minded approach to interacting with them. When presented with a challenge, you analyze the situation, identify key goals and roadblocks, and strategize a path to success. You are a self-motivated project lead that provides support, direction, and creates synergies within your work teams and groups. You have a passion and broad skill set for creating high quality visual and written marketing tools. Job Summary: The Marketing Specialist supports and promotes a strong positive public image for the Library through marketing and social media campaigns. Increases awareness, understanding and engagement with library services and resources. Analyzes and communicates market data. Evaluates effectiveness of marketing efforts. Represents the library in the community. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, or a related field required. Master’s degree or commensurate experience in a related field preferred. Three or more years of experience coordinating marketing for an institution or business. Graphic design skills preferred. Current knowledge of marketing, content development, and community relations practices required. Excellent communication and customer service skills required, responsive and personable. High-level user with Google Suite, Microsoft Office, email marketing platforms, social media, and Adobe Creative Suite. Copy editing skills in multiple editorial styles, including AP style.
The full job posting can be found on www.pgcmls.info.
What you will do! The Data Equity Business Analyst (OPA3) will work within a Data Equity team that works in partnership with HPA data analysis and reporting teams, and teams from the Equity and Inclusion Division (E&I) and the Office of Information Services (OIS). These teams work together to create and maintain analytical processes for the collection and storage of data for race, ethnicity, language and disability (REALD) and sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI) in the REALD & SOGI data repository/information system, and the development of external reporting and data sharing processes that include and use REALD & SOGI data for the purpose of detecting and addressing inequitable health outcomes across REALD & SOGI disadvantaged populations. The HPA Data Equity team will a) develop documentation and business rules for REALD and SOGI data collection, b) fulfill HPA’s requests for REALD& SOGI repository data by querying and matching repository data, merging and sharing datasets, c) support an agency wide REALD &SOGI data governance committee, d) establish data use and sharing processes with internal and external partners and organizations that follow confidentiality and privacy laws, and e) build and maintain relationships with interested parties.
The purpose of this Business Analyst position is A) to lead business analysis and technology initiatives and activities in support of House Bill 3159 and the legislatively mandated implementation of a statewide REALD &SOGI data repository / information system, and B) to lead and ensure effective analysis and implementation of data and business initiatives for the HPA Data Equity REALD/ SOGI program. These initiatives usually involve business transformation and information technologies and are critical to support the agency’s mission and health equity and strategic goals. Other key responsibilities for this position include:
Providing specialized REALD& SOGI and data equity expertise and assistance to HPA research, data and analytics teams, and other OHA business and IT programs.
Documenting HB 3159 REALD and SOGI business and data requirements and data integration processes, providing requirements and validation for data reports, and developing methodologies for estimating data quality and completeness.
The position requires strong project management, analytical and interpersonal skills, and poise. The incumbent will have a substantial amount of autonomy requiring exceptional skills in self-direction, as well as navigating complex situations and competing demands. Issues and recommendations within the purview of this position will be highly visible and potentially controversial to OHA and ODHS Leadership, health care constituents, state agencies, external organizations, and the Governor's Office. The results of this work will affect significant levels of OHA operations and have far reaching implications for community-based committees and other groups interested in the reporting of REALD & SOGI data.
For a full copy of the position description and job duties, please see below: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/Jobs/PostionDescriptions/HPA%20Data%20Equity%20Business%20Analyst%20OPA3%20HM%20PABLO%20T%203.25.24.pdf
Work Location: Optional 100% remote, 100% in-person or hybrid options are available, with office space available in Salem or Portland. Work will happen either in an office, a cubicle, or an agreed-upon remote work environment, with significant use of a computer and video conferencing tools. The work location may be subject to change due to agency business needs. Confidentiality of information must be maintained at all times. Occasional travel to meetings and trainings may be required.
What's in it for you? We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate in an open office with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. We offer full medical, vision and dental with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and eleven paid holidays per year plus pension and retirement plans . If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you.
This position falls under the Operations Policy Analyst 3 classification. The Oregon Health Authority is committed to developing and promoting culturally and linguistically appropriate programs and a diverse and inclusive workforce representing the diversity, culture, strengths, and values of the people of Oregon. Click here , to learn more about OHA’s mission, vision and core values. OHA is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected class under state or federal law.
What we are looking for: A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and four years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.
OR;
Any combination of experience and education equivalent to seven years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification.
Requested Skills:
Experience or lived experience advancing health equity, addressing systemic health disparities, or collaborating with diverse, vulnerable and underrepresented populations.
Experience in IT implementation projects, performing documentation, gathering and/or validation of business requirements, system testing, and change management activities.
Excellent interpersonal, oral, listening, and written communication skills, including ability to communicate at all organizational levels, experience communicating information verbally and in writing to peers, management, and external stakeholders/customers, skill preparing and presenting technical and policy material and issues to non-specialists, and proficiency writing documents, whitepapers and presentations, and presenting key takeaways in a concise fashion.
Experience and ability to work in a leadership role, including ability to lead and coordinate projects or initiatives, including experience and skill with the conceptualization of projects with minimal direction, ability/skills to lead work planning, task assignments, coordination, status reporting, and issue escalation/resolution with supervisor, sponsor or steering committee.
Experience and/ or understanding of data governance principles and strategies, as well as understanding of system data management and data quality assurance processes.
Experience analyzing and evaluating existing or proposed policies at the local, state, or federal level and skill to use relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations or standards.
Business Analysis certification, or Project Management certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI), Oregon Project Management Certification Program (OPMCP), or other project management certification organization, is a desired attribute.
How to apply:
Complete the online application (Required)
Complete Questionnaire (Required)
Upload Resume (Required)
Upload Cover Letter (Required) (explain how your professional, educational, and personal (lived) experience qualifies you for this position)
This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.
Please ensure you’ve provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment. For further information, please visit the Pay Equity Project homepage.
Need Help? If you need assistance to participate in the application process including an accommodation request under the American with Disabilities Act, please call or email Tracy Blach. Voice: 503-509-5513 Email: tracy.blach@oha.oregon.gov
Mar 26, 2024
Full time
What you will do! The Data Equity Business Analyst (OPA3) will work within a Data Equity team that works in partnership with HPA data analysis and reporting teams, and teams from the Equity and Inclusion Division (E&I) and the Office of Information Services (OIS). These teams work together to create and maintain analytical processes for the collection and storage of data for race, ethnicity, language and disability (REALD) and sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI) in the REALD & SOGI data repository/information system, and the development of external reporting and data sharing processes that include and use REALD & SOGI data for the purpose of detecting and addressing inequitable health outcomes across REALD & SOGI disadvantaged populations. The HPA Data Equity team will a) develop documentation and business rules for REALD and SOGI data collection, b) fulfill HPA’s requests for REALD& SOGI repository data by querying and matching repository data, merging and sharing datasets, c) support an agency wide REALD &SOGI data governance committee, d) establish data use and sharing processes with internal and external partners and organizations that follow confidentiality and privacy laws, and e) build and maintain relationships with interested parties.
The purpose of this Business Analyst position is A) to lead business analysis and technology initiatives and activities in support of House Bill 3159 and the legislatively mandated implementation of a statewide REALD &SOGI data repository / information system, and B) to lead and ensure effective analysis and implementation of data and business initiatives for the HPA Data Equity REALD/ SOGI program. These initiatives usually involve business transformation and information technologies and are critical to support the agency’s mission and health equity and strategic goals. Other key responsibilities for this position include:
Providing specialized REALD& SOGI and data equity expertise and assistance to HPA research, data and analytics teams, and other OHA business and IT programs.
Documenting HB 3159 REALD and SOGI business and data requirements and data integration processes, providing requirements and validation for data reports, and developing methodologies for estimating data quality and completeness.
The position requires strong project management, analytical and interpersonal skills, and poise. The incumbent will have a substantial amount of autonomy requiring exceptional skills in self-direction, as well as navigating complex situations and competing demands. Issues and recommendations within the purview of this position will be highly visible and potentially controversial to OHA and ODHS Leadership, health care constituents, state agencies, external organizations, and the Governor's Office. The results of this work will affect significant levels of OHA operations and have far reaching implications for community-based committees and other groups interested in the reporting of REALD & SOGI data.
For a full copy of the position description and job duties, please see below: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/Jobs/PostionDescriptions/HPA%20Data%20Equity%20Business%20Analyst%20OPA3%20HM%20PABLO%20T%203.25.24.pdf
Work Location: Optional 100% remote, 100% in-person or hybrid options are available, with office space available in Salem or Portland. Work will happen either in an office, a cubicle, or an agreed-upon remote work environment, with significant use of a computer and video conferencing tools. The work location may be subject to change due to agency business needs. Confidentiality of information must be maintained at all times. Occasional travel to meetings and trainings may be required.
What's in it for you? We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate in an open office with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. We offer full medical, vision and dental with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and eleven paid holidays per year plus pension and retirement plans . If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you.
This position falls under the Operations Policy Analyst 3 classification. The Oregon Health Authority is committed to developing and promoting culturally and linguistically appropriate programs and a diverse and inclusive workforce representing the diversity, culture, strengths, and values of the people of Oregon. Click here , to learn more about OHA’s mission, vision and core values. OHA is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected class under state or federal law.
What we are looking for: A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and four years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.
OR;
Any combination of experience and education equivalent to seven years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification.
Requested Skills:
Experience or lived experience advancing health equity, addressing systemic health disparities, or collaborating with diverse, vulnerable and underrepresented populations.
Experience in IT implementation projects, performing documentation, gathering and/or validation of business requirements, system testing, and change management activities.
Excellent interpersonal, oral, listening, and written communication skills, including ability to communicate at all organizational levels, experience communicating information verbally and in writing to peers, management, and external stakeholders/customers, skill preparing and presenting technical and policy material and issues to non-specialists, and proficiency writing documents, whitepapers and presentations, and presenting key takeaways in a concise fashion.
Experience and ability to work in a leadership role, including ability to lead and coordinate projects or initiatives, including experience and skill with the conceptualization of projects with minimal direction, ability/skills to lead work planning, task assignments, coordination, status reporting, and issue escalation/resolution with supervisor, sponsor or steering committee.
Experience and/ or understanding of data governance principles and strategies, as well as understanding of system data management and data quality assurance processes.
Experience analyzing and evaluating existing or proposed policies at the local, state, or federal level and skill to use relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations or standards.
Business Analysis certification, or Project Management certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI), Oregon Project Management Certification Program (OPMCP), or other project management certification organization, is a desired attribute.
How to apply:
Complete the online application (Required)
Complete Questionnaire (Required)
Upload Resume (Required)
Upload Cover Letter (Required) (explain how your professional, educational, and personal (lived) experience qualifies you for this position)
This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.
Please ensure you’ve provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment. For further information, please visit the Pay Equity Project homepage.
Need Help? If you need assistance to participate in the application process including an accommodation request under the American with Disabilities Act, please call or email Tracy Blach. Voice: 503-509-5513 Email: tracy.blach@oha.oregon.gov
Position: Education Specialist
Reports To: Education Manager
Position Summary:
The Education Specialist (ES) will complete specialized tasks to facilitate logistics, volunteer operations, content development, and other functions under the direction and assignment of the Education Leadership team.
The ES assigned to logistics will handle day-to-day scheduling operations of school outreach and field trip programs. They are the primary communicator between LLPA and schools.
The ES assigned to content development will write interpretive signs, develop curriculum, and review and create other educational content. They will keep up with innovative best practices in the field of informal learning and interpretation.
The ES assigned to volunteers will maintain and expand the volunteer program in the Education Department. They will recruit, train, and evaluate Education volunteers.
The ES position does not include supervision of any employee or volunteer.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional work experience preferred. Degree in education, communication, museum studies, non-profit management, or a related field strongly preferred.
Must be willing to submit to an additional background check required by the Utah Public Local Education Agency
Valid Utah driver’s license required
Critical Skills/Competencies:
National Association for Interpretation Certified Interpretive Guide status preferred
Strong computer software skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, Office 365, Volgistics, Galaxy, and other programs
Excellent organization, communication, and time management skills
High attention to detail
Strong problem-solving skills
Proactive and timely, able to focus and complete tasks under deadlines
Professional, helpful attitude and ability to work with a wide variety of people including professionals, children, families, and people with disabilities
Ability to follow animal handling protocols for animals including tarantulas, amphibians, birds, small mammals, and insects
Strong understanding of basic science principles and teaching methods
Strong presentation skills for both formal and informal situation
Familiarity with 3D Science model of teaching a plus
Bilingual English-Spanish a plus
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The ES assigned to logistics:
Acts as the primary contact for scheduling programs with schools and other organizations
Answers questions from schools about the Education Department and the various programs offered
Schedules visits through scheduling systems or over the phone when needed
Directs phone calls, messages, and general questions to the appropriate individual
Processes and manages incoming program requests
Creates confirmation sheets and distributes them to the appropriate locations and individuals
Books hotels and confirms travel itineraries for extended school outreach visits
Assists with scheduling, sending emails, and providing information to teachers and guardians for the Education Department’s Summer Camp, School Break Camp, and Teacher Resources programs
Confirms that all school outreach visits and field trip bookings have initial contact, finalized schedules, confirmation sheets, invoices if applicable, and final contact to confirm the visit or booking
Completes other duties as assigned
The ES assigned to content development:
Ensures quality, engaging, accurate content across Education Department programs and materials
Manages several projects at once
Uses appropriate sources to learn about the subjects of Education Department programs and materials
Learns and employs best professional practices in writing interpretive content
Submits content projects to Education Manager for approval by all determined deadlines
Completes other duties as assigned
The ES assigned to volunteers:
Responds to requests for information about volunteer opportunities in the Education Department
Conducts interviews, orientation sessions, and trainings for new Education volunteers
Acts as a resource for Education volunteers during their shifts: greeting them, conducting pre-shift Education volunteer huddles, creating hourly schedules, and providing guidance
Conducts regular evaluations of Education volunteers
Maintains accurate records of Education volunteers and their schedules
Organizes and participates in recognition programs and special events for Education volunteers
Speaks as assigned to various community groups about volunteer opportunities in the Education Department
Completes other duties as assigned
Physical Demands of the Job:
This job requires extended periods of standing as well as extended periods of sitting, including data entry, typing, and talking on the phone. During occasional presentations, periods of high energy and enthusiasm are essential, sometimes while holding animals up to 20 pounds.
Special Working Conditions:
40 hours per week, with 10 hour shifts any time between 6:30 AM and 9:00 PM
May include weekends and holidays
Some travel may be required
The job will primarily be in an office environment. This is a regular, full-time position.
While this job description attempts to describe the essential functions of the position, it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. It does not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties or responsibilities to this job at any time. The overall work environment while performing this job includes exposure to weather conditions and the noise level is usually moderate. The employee is expected to adhere to all policies and to act as a role model in the adherence to the policies.
The Living Planet Aquarium is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or military status. The Living Planet Aquarium is committed to ensuring individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application and interview process. Should you require accommodations, please contact accommodation@livingplanetaquarium.org .
Mar 11, 2024
Full time
Position: Education Specialist
Reports To: Education Manager
Position Summary:
The Education Specialist (ES) will complete specialized tasks to facilitate logistics, volunteer operations, content development, and other functions under the direction and assignment of the Education Leadership team.
The ES assigned to logistics will handle day-to-day scheduling operations of school outreach and field trip programs. They are the primary communicator between LLPA and schools.
The ES assigned to content development will write interpretive signs, develop curriculum, and review and create other educational content. They will keep up with innovative best practices in the field of informal learning and interpretation.
The ES assigned to volunteers will maintain and expand the volunteer program in the Education Department. They will recruit, train, and evaluate Education volunteers.
The ES position does not include supervision of any employee or volunteer.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional work experience preferred. Degree in education, communication, museum studies, non-profit management, or a related field strongly preferred.
Must be willing to submit to an additional background check required by the Utah Public Local Education Agency
Valid Utah driver’s license required
Critical Skills/Competencies:
National Association for Interpretation Certified Interpretive Guide status preferred
Strong computer software skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, Office 365, Volgistics, Galaxy, and other programs
Excellent organization, communication, and time management skills
High attention to detail
Strong problem-solving skills
Proactive and timely, able to focus and complete tasks under deadlines
Professional, helpful attitude and ability to work with a wide variety of people including professionals, children, families, and people with disabilities
Ability to follow animal handling protocols for animals including tarantulas, amphibians, birds, small mammals, and insects
Strong understanding of basic science principles and teaching methods
Strong presentation skills for both formal and informal situation
Familiarity with 3D Science model of teaching a plus
Bilingual English-Spanish a plus
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The ES assigned to logistics:
Acts as the primary contact for scheduling programs with schools and other organizations
Answers questions from schools about the Education Department and the various programs offered
Schedules visits through scheduling systems or over the phone when needed
Directs phone calls, messages, and general questions to the appropriate individual
Processes and manages incoming program requests
Creates confirmation sheets and distributes them to the appropriate locations and individuals
Books hotels and confirms travel itineraries for extended school outreach visits
Assists with scheduling, sending emails, and providing information to teachers and guardians for the Education Department’s Summer Camp, School Break Camp, and Teacher Resources programs
Confirms that all school outreach visits and field trip bookings have initial contact, finalized schedules, confirmation sheets, invoices if applicable, and final contact to confirm the visit or booking
Completes other duties as assigned
The ES assigned to content development:
Ensures quality, engaging, accurate content across Education Department programs and materials
Manages several projects at once
Uses appropriate sources to learn about the subjects of Education Department programs and materials
Learns and employs best professional practices in writing interpretive content
Submits content projects to Education Manager for approval by all determined deadlines
Completes other duties as assigned
The ES assigned to volunteers:
Responds to requests for information about volunteer opportunities in the Education Department
Conducts interviews, orientation sessions, and trainings for new Education volunteers
Acts as a resource for Education volunteers during their shifts: greeting them, conducting pre-shift Education volunteer huddles, creating hourly schedules, and providing guidance
Conducts regular evaluations of Education volunteers
Maintains accurate records of Education volunteers and their schedules
Organizes and participates in recognition programs and special events for Education volunteers
Speaks as assigned to various community groups about volunteer opportunities in the Education Department
Completes other duties as assigned
Physical Demands of the Job:
This job requires extended periods of standing as well as extended periods of sitting, including data entry, typing, and talking on the phone. During occasional presentations, periods of high energy and enthusiasm are essential, sometimes while holding animals up to 20 pounds.
Special Working Conditions:
40 hours per week, with 10 hour shifts any time between 6:30 AM and 9:00 PM
May include weekends and holidays
Some travel may be required
The job will primarily be in an office environment. This is a regular, full-time position.
While this job description attempts to describe the essential functions of the position, it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. It does not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties or responsibilities to this job at any time. The overall work environment while performing this job includes exposure to weather conditions and the noise level is usually moderate. The employee is expected to adhere to all policies and to act as a role model in the adherence to the policies.
The Living Planet Aquarium is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or military status. The Living Planet Aquarium is committed to ensuring individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application and interview process. Should you require accommodations, please contact accommodation@livingplanetaquarium.org .
Girl Scouts of Colorado
Colorado Springs, CO, USA 80901
Summer Day Camp Program Staff
Make a difference in the life of a camper and spend an unforgettable summer working for Girl Scouts of Colorado! Guide, supervise and counsel elementary and middle school aged campers in outdoor program activities at various day camp locations across the Colorado Springs area. Days at camp are filled with hiking, boating, outdoor skills, archery, Girl Scout outdoor badges, team building, camp games, singing and other activities.
Summer day camp is a great way to add work experience and desirable skills to your resume - especially for those pursuing a degree in education or recreation!
As part of our ongoing commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, we're invested in building teams with a wide variety of backgrounds, identities, and experiences. If you have some of the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed and you share Girl Scouts of Colorado's values and support our mission, we encourage you to apply.
Day Camp Site Director General Duties: The Day Camp Site Director will be the lead for all day camp staff and assist with all activities including administrative tasks, childcare licensing site visits, health department inspections, emergency actions and other leadership tasks. Directors will also assist with guiding, supervising, and counseling in the outdoors with elementary age Girl Scouts at local nature parks in the Colorado Springs area throughout the summer to help them gain invaluable experience in outdoor recreation, leadership, confidence and so much more! Activities include but are not limited to hiking, stand-up paddleboarding, canoeing, outdoor skills, archery, Girl Scout outdoor badges, teambuilding, camp games and other activities.
Please note: This role is not an overnight role and does NOT offer housing. Please see schedule below.
*Tentative* Summer 2024 Work Schedule: Camp sessions are Monday - Thursday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Friday's will be for staff to prepare and practice for the next week of camp.
May 27- 31: Site Director Training Week. May not be a full week.
Jun 3 - 7: Staff Training Week. Additional online training will be added and shared with staff by Mid-May.
Camp Session 1: June 10 - 13, Location TBD
Camp Session 2: June 17 - 20, Location TBD
Camp Session 3: June 24 - 27, Location TBD
Fourth of July Holiday Week: July 1- 5 (No work!)
Camp Session 4: Jul 8 - 11, Location TBD
Camp Session 5: July 15 - 18, Location TBD
Camp Session 6: July 22 - 25, Location TBD
We hope you consider working for Girl Scouts of Colorado Day Camp this summer! Each summer is a life changing experience where you will make a difference in the lives of our members, gain valuable experience and resume skills, make amazing friendships, and have the most fun you can imagine!
PAY RATE This position pays at a rate of $25.00 / hour.
BENEFITS:
Employee Assistance Program - 100% Employer Paid.
Sick Pay in accordance with Colorado Law.
Mileage reimbursement for driving to program locations.
EDUCATION OR FORMAL TRAINING
Must have: (Verified by previous employer letterhead with specific hours and age of children written or unofficial transcripts sent prior to hiring.)
A four-year college degree with a major such as recreation, outdoor education, education, early childhood education, or a subject in the human service field; or
Two years of college training and 6 months (910 hours) of experience, since age 18, in the care and supervision of 4 or more children; or
Three years (5460 hours) of experience in one of the following:
Six semester hours in course work from a regionally accredited university; or
40 hours of training in course work applicable to school-age children.
Experience working in an outdoor program, camp, or educational setting.
Documented training, experience, or certification in applicable outdoor program areas.
Have current, or be willing to obtain, the following certifications through day camp staff training:
CPR/First Aid
Archery, USA Level 1 instructor
Paddle Sports Facilitator
Medical Administrator
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Minimum age requirement 25+
Must be able to pass a criminal background check acceptable to GSCO standards.
Must have at least three years driving experience, a valid driver's license and driving record acceptable to Girl Scout standards.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILL/ABILITIES
Experience working and leading children and adults in an informal outdoor setting.
Experience in developing and facilitating outdoor, environmental or camp programs.
Familiarity with concepts in recreation, environmental education or experiential education.
Familiarity with risk management in an outdoor setting, ability to respond appropriately and direct others in outdoor emergency situations.
Ability to be flexible, adaptable, think quickly under pressure and modify programming design in outdoor situations.
Knowledgeable of the development needs of children and appropriate program engagement and behavior management techniques.
Ability to motivate, develop, inspire, engage, and relate to elementary aged Girl Scouts and staff Program Aides.
Strong communication and leadership skills, including knowledge of mentoring, evaluating, and inspiring youth and adults.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse population of children.
Ability to work outside all day in varying temperatures, including high heat.
Ability to commute to varied work locations in the Colorado Springs area.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Facilitate outdoor and camp programs:
Facilitate high-quality outdoor and camp programming for Girl Scouts that meet the needs of Girl Scouts and fosters the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.
Work with childcare licensing and health department specialists during site visits.
Ensure all regulations are being followed at camp and fix issues that may arise.
Act as the direct contact for pick-up and drop-off for camper families.
Create programming that is exciting, progressive, skill based and inclusive of Girl Scouts of all ages, ability levels and from a variety of backgrounds.
Adapt activities and methods to individual and group needs and abilities, provide opportunities for Girl Scouts to experience variety, challenge, and progression.
Use experiential, Girl Scout-led methods of instruction, and positive group management in accordance with the outdoor program department procedures and the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.
Supervise and mentor Day Camp staff throughout the season.
Be prepared with activities for all types of weather and other changes in the planned program.
Additional administrative tasks as assigned.
Ability to tow an enclosed trailer around Denver Metro area.
Act as the supervising staff person for staff members and campers:
Demonstrate a caring attitude and manner with staff and campers. Act as a role model of Girl Scout values for campers and staff.
Guide Girl Scouts in becoming a group that includes and appreciates all members and honors individuality.
Build appropriate and positive relationships with campers and communicate participant or group issues to Outdoor Programs and Events Manager.
Ensure and assist that all tasks are being completed correctly including gear cleanup/usage and keep a supply list to send to Outdoor Programs and Events manager.
Keep a high level of patience and understanding with campers and other staff during high stress times.
Help resolve any small conflicts with staff and parents or contact manager to assist.
Prevent accidents and injuries through maintaining safety and risk management standards:
Implement Girl Scout, State of Colorado, and American Camp Association safety standards.
Conduct ongoing site inspection for hazards and verify that equipment is in safe condition before each use and is used properly for participants.
Give first-aid care and complete required documentation of care.
Respond to emergencies as appropriate in dynamic outdoor situations.
Participate as a professional member of the GSCO staff in providing effective staff service to the Council:
Be an active member of the Girl Scouts of the U.S.A., demonstrating the principles of the Girl Scout Promise and Law in all activities.
Present a positive image to campers, parents, and volunteers through all interactions.
Participate in staff training, attend staff meetings, participate in the evaluation process, and contribute to the planning of the work of the staff team.
Respect the confidential nature of all information pertaining to staff, volunteers, or campers.
Support the efforts and commitments of Girl Scouts of Colorado around pluralism. Demonstrate sensitivity to racial, ethnic, and social diversity of individuals and groups.
Demonstrate a recognition and understanding of good customer service and maintain constructive relationships with co-workers, members, parents, volunteers, and the community.
Demonstrate responsibility, accountability, and overall maturity of judgment.
For more information about Girl Scouts of Colorado please visit our website Girl Scouts of Colorado
We encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities. Our workplace is inclusive, and we strive to create an accessible and accommodating environment for all employees. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations regarding accommodations for disabilities, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you are invited to interview and require accommodations, please inform us in advance so that we can make the necessary arrangements to ensure a smooth and accessible interview experience. If you have questions about accessibility or need assistance with the application process, please contact Human Resources at careers@gscolorado.org or 877-404-5708. We are here to help.
Girl Scouts of Colorado celebrates diversity and values the strengths that come with having a diverse community. People from historically marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Girl Scouts of Colorado (GSCO) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: GSCO is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at GSCO are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations where we operate. GSCO will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
Mar 09, 2024
Seasonal
Summer Day Camp Program Staff
Make a difference in the life of a camper and spend an unforgettable summer working for Girl Scouts of Colorado! Guide, supervise and counsel elementary and middle school aged campers in outdoor program activities at various day camp locations across the Colorado Springs area. Days at camp are filled with hiking, boating, outdoor skills, archery, Girl Scout outdoor badges, team building, camp games, singing and other activities.
Summer day camp is a great way to add work experience and desirable skills to your resume - especially for those pursuing a degree in education or recreation!
As part of our ongoing commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, we're invested in building teams with a wide variety of backgrounds, identities, and experiences. If you have some of the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed and you share Girl Scouts of Colorado's values and support our mission, we encourage you to apply.
Day Camp Site Director General Duties: The Day Camp Site Director will be the lead for all day camp staff and assist with all activities including administrative tasks, childcare licensing site visits, health department inspections, emergency actions and other leadership tasks. Directors will also assist with guiding, supervising, and counseling in the outdoors with elementary age Girl Scouts at local nature parks in the Colorado Springs area throughout the summer to help them gain invaluable experience in outdoor recreation, leadership, confidence and so much more! Activities include but are not limited to hiking, stand-up paddleboarding, canoeing, outdoor skills, archery, Girl Scout outdoor badges, teambuilding, camp games and other activities.
Please note: This role is not an overnight role and does NOT offer housing. Please see schedule below.
*Tentative* Summer 2024 Work Schedule: Camp sessions are Monday - Thursday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Friday's will be for staff to prepare and practice for the next week of camp.
May 27- 31: Site Director Training Week. May not be a full week.
Jun 3 - 7: Staff Training Week. Additional online training will be added and shared with staff by Mid-May.
Camp Session 1: June 10 - 13, Location TBD
Camp Session 2: June 17 - 20, Location TBD
Camp Session 3: June 24 - 27, Location TBD
Fourth of July Holiday Week: July 1- 5 (No work!)
Camp Session 4: Jul 8 - 11, Location TBD
Camp Session 5: July 15 - 18, Location TBD
Camp Session 6: July 22 - 25, Location TBD
We hope you consider working for Girl Scouts of Colorado Day Camp this summer! Each summer is a life changing experience where you will make a difference in the lives of our members, gain valuable experience and resume skills, make amazing friendships, and have the most fun you can imagine!
PAY RATE This position pays at a rate of $25.00 / hour.
BENEFITS:
Employee Assistance Program - 100% Employer Paid.
Sick Pay in accordance with Colorado Law.
Mileage reimbursement for driving to program locations.
EDUCATION OR FORMAL TRAINING
Must have: (Verified by previous employer letterhead with specific hours and age of children written or unofficial transcripts sent prior to hiring.)
A four-year college degree with a major such as recreation, outdoor education, education, early childhood education, or a subject in the human service field; or
Two years of college training and 6 months (910 hours) of experience, since age 18, in the care and supervision of 4 or more children; or
Three years (5460 hours) of experience in one of the following:
Six semester hours in course work from a regionally accredited university; or
40 hours of training in course work applicable to school-age children.
Experience working in an outdoor program, camp, or educational setting.
Documented training, experience, or certification in applicable outdoor program areas.
Have current, or be willing to obtain, the following certifications through day camp staff training:
CPR/First Aid
Archery, USA Level 1 instructor
Paddle Sports Facilitator
Medical Administrator
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Minimum age requirement 25+
Must be able to pass a criminal background check acceptable to GSCO standards.
Must have at least three years driving experience, a valid driver's license and driving record acceptable to Girl Scout standards.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILL/ABILITIES
Experience working and leading children and adults in an informal outdoor setting.
Experience in developing and facilitating outdoor, environmental or camp programs.
Familiarity with concepts in recreation, environmental education or experiential education.
Familiarity with risk management in an outdoor setting, ability to respond appropriately and direct others in outdoor emergency situations.
Ability to be flexible, adaptable, think quickly under pressure and modify programming design in outdoor situations.
Knowledgeable of the development needs of children and appropriate program engagement and behavior management techniques.
Ability to motivate, develop, inspire, engage, and relate to elementary aged Girl Scouts and staff Program Aides.
Strong communication and leadership skills, including knowledge of mentoring, evaluating, and inspiring youth and adults.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse population of children.
Ability to work outside all day in varying temperatures, including high heat.
Ability to commute to varied work locations in the Colorado Springs area.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Facilitate outdoor and camp programs:
Facilitate high-quality outdoor and camp programming for Girl Scouts that meet the needs of Girl Scouts and fosters the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.
Work with childcare licensing and health department specialists during site visits.
Ensure all regulations are being followed at camp and fix issues that may arise.
Act as the direct contact for pick-up and drop-off for camper families.
Create programming that is exciting, progressive, skill based and inclusive of Girl Scouts of all ages, ability levels and from a variety of backgrounds.
Adapt activities and methods to individual and group needs and abilities, provide opportunities for Girl Scouts to experience variety, challenge, and progression.
Use experiential, Girl Scout-led methods of instruction, and positive group management in accordance with the outdoor program department procedures and the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.
Supervise and mentor Day Camp staff throughout the season.
Be prepared with activities for all types of weather and other changes in the planned program.
Additional administrative tasks as assigned.
Ability to tow an enclosed trailer around Denver Metro area.
Act as the supervising staff person for staff members and campers:
Demonstrate a caring attitude and manner with staff and campers. Act as a role model of Girl Scout values for campers and staff.
Guide Girl Scouts in becoming a group that includes and appreciates all members and honors individuality.
Build appropriate and positive relationships with campers and communicate participant or group issues to Outdoor Programs and Events Manager.
Ensure and assist that all tasks are being completed correctly including gear cleanup/usage and keep a supply list to send to Outdoor Programs and Events manager.
Keep a high level of patience and understanding with campers and other staff during high stress times.
Help resolve any small conflicts with staff and parents or contact manager to assist.
Prevent accidents and injuries through maintaining safety and risk management standards:
Implement Girl Scout, State of Colorado, and American Camp Association safety standards.
Conduct ongoing site inspection for hazards and verify that equipment is in safe condition before each use and is used properly for participants.
Give first-aid care and complete required documentation of care.
Respond to emergencies as appropriate in dynamic outdoor situations.
Participate as a professional member of the GSCO staff in providing effective staff service to the Council:
Be an active member of the Girl Scouts of the U.S.A., demonstrating the principles of the Girl Scout Promise and Law in all activities.
Present a positive image to campers, parents, and volunteers through all interactions.
Participate in staff training, attend staff meetings, participate in the evaluation process, and contribute to the planning of the work of the staff team.
Respect the confidential nature of all information pertaining to staff, volunteers, or campers.
Support the efforts and commitments of Girl Scouts of Colorado around pluralism. Demonstrate sensitivity to racial, ethnic, and social diversity of individuals and groups.
Demonstrate a recognition and understanding of good customer service and maintain constructive relationships with co-workers, members, parents, volunteers, and the community.
Demonstrate responsibility, accountability, and overall maturity of judgment.
For more information about Girl Scouts of Colorado please visit our website Girl Scouts of Colorado
We encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities. Our workplace is inclusive, and we strive to create an accessible and accommodating environment for all employees. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations regarding accommodations for disabilities, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you are invited to interview and require accommodations, please inform us in advance so that we can make the necessary arrangements to ensure a smooth and accessible interview experience. If you have questions about accessibility or need assistance with the application process, please contact Human Resources at careers@gscolorado.org or 877-404-5708. We are here to help.
Girl Scouts of Colorado celebrates diversity and values the strengths that come with having a diverse community. People from historically marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Girl Scouts of Colorado (GSCO) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: GSCO is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at GSCO are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations where we operate. GSCO will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
Clark College
Clark College, 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Vancouver, WA
Clark College is currently accepting applications for a full-time, 12-month, exempt Director position in the Security and Safety department. This position is responsible for ensuring a safe and orderly environment in which all members of the college community can pursue their educational and professional goals. This position plans, implements and evaluates programs that protect life and property; provides services and assistance to students, faculty, staff, and community members; provides fair and equitable access to college facilities; and assures compliance with state, federal, and college regulations. About the Department: Clark College’s Security & Safety Department is comprised of non-sworn personnel that includes a Director, a Sergeant, an Administrative Manager, an Emergency Management Specialist, Communications Officers (dispatchers), Campus Security Officers and Office Aides that support the Lost and Found function. The department supports main campus with 24/7/365 coverage as well as support for our satellite campus in eastern Vancouver during that facility’s operational hours.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Administer, plan and implement security services for all college properties, including oversight of the hiring, training, and supervision of all department personnel.
Oversee and manage the operating budgets for the department.
Oversee, revise and enforce college policy related to security and emergency management.
Oversee, revise, and enforce department Standard Operating Procedures.
Serve as a subject matter expert to support projects, policy development or other college operations, as needed.
Ensure college compliance with federal and state requirements and serve as the college’s Compliance Officer with respect to the Jeanne Clery Act .
Maintain and distribute public information, including the publication of the college’s Annual Security Report. Provide timely warnings to the college in accordance with the Jeanne Clery Act.
Serve as a liaison between the college and local response agencies such as law enforcement, fire services, emergency medical services, public health and the Clark Regional Emergency Management Agency (CRESA).
Represent the college on formal and informal committees involved in local public safety issues.
Serve as a member of the SBCTC Safety, Security and Emergency Management Council (SSEMC).
Prepare and conduct safety and security awareness trainings and serve as a presenter during orientation sessions.
Develop written safety training materials for brochures, catalogs, and faculty/student handbooks.
Oversee or conduct investigations as needed.
Participate and support in several interdisciplinary groups such as the Safety Committee, Title IX Team, Bias Response Team, Safety and Compliance Team, Emergency Management Planning Committee, Student Care and Commencement Planning Committee.
Working with the VP of Operations, coordinate and facilitate meetings related to inclement weather as well as monitor campus conditions and weather forecasts/alerts from Clark County, the National Weather Service, and other sources.
Maintain close ties with administration and security at Hudson’s Bay High School and Washington State University Vancouver.
Oversee the college’s parking enforcement program. Review and respond to appeals of parking citations.
Oversee the authorization and production of employee identification credentials and electronic access cards.
Supervise the Emergency Management Specialist and oversee the college’s emergency response program and protocols.
Ensure that the college’s Emergency Operations Plans, and continuity of operations (COOP) plans are in place and regularly updated.
Provide leadership and guidance during emergencies or other incidents that affect the safety of the college community or college operations.
Work closely with Facilities Services to plan, coordinate, and implement improvements and modifications to college facilities that involve safety and security.
Work closely with Events Scheduling, Facilities Services, and Student Life to ensure compliance of on-campus events with college rules and regulations, building use rules, and fire regulations.
Coordinate and monitor First Amendment Activities that occur on college property.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field AND four (4) years of experience in security, law enforcement, or related field, OR Associate’s degree in criminal justice or related field AND six (6) years of experience in security, law enforcement, or related field, OR ; a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in security or law enforcement with a minimum of five (5) of those years in a formal supervisory or managerial role.
Ability to work well with people of all ages from academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds.
Ability to navigate complex circumstances, often with incomplete or inaccurate information.
Ability to receive calls and potentially respond to campus emergencies at all times, day, or night.
SALARY RANGE: $94,571-$109,502 annually (commensurate with qualifications and experience). Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases. Clark College offers an exceptional benefits package that includes vacation/sick leave; medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance; retirement; and tuition waiver. APPLICATION PROCESS Required Online Application Materials:
Clark College Online Application
Current resume, with a minimum of three (3) references listed.
Cover letter describing background and experience related to qualifications and responsibilities of the position.
Responses to the supplemental questions included in the online application process.
Please apply online at www.clark.edu/jobs To contact Clark College Human Resources, please call (360) 992-2105 or email recruitment@clark.edu . APPLICATION DEADLINE: Required application materials must be completed and submitted online by 3 p.m., March 25, 2024. CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT: Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position. Completion of academic degrees will also be verified through receipt of official transcripts. DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS Upon request, accommodations are available to persons with disabilities for the application process. Contact Human Resources at (360)992-2105 or by video phone at (360)991-0901. SECURITY The security of all the members of the campus community is of vital concern to Clark College. Information regarding crime prevention advice, the authority of the Security/Safety Department, policies concerning reporting of any crimes which may occur on or near college property, and crime statistics for the most recent 3-year period may be requested from the Clark College Security/Safety Department, (360) 992-2133 or security.requests@clark.edu . The most recent Annual Security Report, written in compliance with the Clery Act, can be reviewed here: http://www.clark.edu/campus-life/student-support/security/report.php . ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION If you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work. CORRECTIONS OR EXTENDED NOTICES Corrected or extended notices will be posted online and in the Human Resources Office. Clark College’s Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI) supports individuals with their academic, personal, and professional development, as well as provides training and educational resources for all members of the college community around diversity, inclusion, power, privilege, inequity, social equity, and social justice. The college offers further professional development for our employees through opportunities such as Employee Resource Groups, Social Justice Leadership Institute, Cross Institution Faculty of Color Mentorship program, Administrators of Color Leadership Program, and Faculty and Staff of Color Conference. Clark College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Protected group members are strongly encouraged to apply. Clark College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, citizenship, immigration status or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). The college considers equal opportunity, affirmative action, and non-discrimination to be fundamental to the mission, vision, and values of the college. All faculty and staff hired at Clark College are encouraged to embrace, continually support, and enhance social equity on our campus and in our community. The college provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, Title II and Title IX, and Affirmative Action: Gerald Gabbard, Director of Labor and Compliance, 360-992-2317, ggabbard@clark.edu , 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Baird 142, Vancouver, Washington 98663. Clark College is a smoke-free/drug free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and or modified without notice. Clark College Human Resources
March 4, 2024
24-00031
Mar 04, 2024
Full time
Clark College is currently accepting applications for a full-time, 12-month, exempt Director position in the Security and Safety department. This position is responsible for ensuring a safe and orderly environment in which all members of the college community can pursue their educational and professional goals. This position plans, implements and evaluates programs that protect life and property; provides services and assistance to students, faculty, staff, and community members; provides fair and equitable access to college facilities; and assures compliance with state, federal, and college regulations. About the Department: Clark College’s Security & Safety Department is comprised of non-sworn personnel that includes a Director, a Sergeant, an Administrative Manager, an Emergency Management Specialist, Communications Officers (dispatchers), Campus Security Officers and Office Aides that support the Lost and Found function. The department supports main campus with 24/7/365 coverage as well as support for our satellite campus in eastern Vancouver during that facility’s operational hours.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Administer, plan and implement security services for all college properties, including oversight of the hiring, training, and supervision of all department personnel.
Oversee and manage the operating budgets for the department.
Oversee, revise and enforce college policy related to security and emergency management.
Oversee, revise, and enforce department Standard Operating Procedures.
Serve as a subject matter expert to support projects, policy development or other college operations, as needed.
Ensure college compliance with federal and state requirements and serve as the college’s Compliance Officer with respect to the Jeanne Clery Act .
Maintain and distribute public information, including the publication of the college’s Annual Security Report. Provide timely warnings to the college in accordance with the Jeanne Clery Act.
Serve as a liaison between the college and local response agencies such as law enforcement, fire services, emergency medical services, public health and the Clark Regional Emergency Management Agency (CRESA).
Represent the college on formal and informal committees involved in local public safety issues.
Serve as a member of the SBCTC Safety, Security and Emergency Management Council (SSEMC).
Prepare and conduct safety and security awareness trainings and serve as a presenter during orientation sessions.
Develop written safety training materials for brochures, catalogs, and faculty/student handbooks.
Oversee or conduct investigations as needed.
Participate and support in several interdisciplinary groups such as the Safety Committee, Title IX Team, Bias Response Team, Safety and Compliance Team, Emergency Management Planning Committee, Student Care and Commencement Planning Committee.
Working with the VP of Operations, coordinate and facilitate meetings related to inclement weather as well as monitor campus conditions and weather forecasts/alerts from Clark County, the National Weather Service, and other sources.
Maintain close ties with administration and security at Hudson’s Bay High School and Washington State University Vancouver.
Oversee the college’s parking enforcement program. Review and respond to appeals of parking citations.
Oversee the authorization and production of employee identification credentials and electronic access cards.
Supervise the Emergency Management Specialist and oversee the college’s emergency response program and protocols.
Ensure that the college’s Emergency Operations Plans, and continuity of operations (COOP) plans are in place and regularly updated.
Provide leadership and guidance during emergencies or other incidents that affect the safety of the college community or college operations.
Work closely with Facilities Services to plan, coordinate, and implement improvements and modifications to college facilities that involve safety and security.
Work closely with Events Scheduling, Facilities Services, and Student Life to ensure compliance of on-campus events with college rules and regulations, building use rules, and fire regulations.
Coordinate and monitor First Amendment Activities that occur on college property.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field AND four (4) years of experience in security, law enforcement, or related field, OR Associate’s degree in criminal justice or related field AND six (6) years of experience in security, law enforcement, or related field, OR ; a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in security or law enforcement with a minimum of five (5) of those years in a formal supervisory or managerial role.
Ability to work well with people of all ages from academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds.
Ability to navigate complex circumstances, often with incomplete or inaccurate information.
Ability to receive calls and potentially respond to campus emergencies at all times, day, or night.
SALARY RANGE: $94,571-$109,502 annually (commensurate with qualifications and experience). Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases. Clark College offers an exceptional benefits package that includes vacation/sick leave; medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance; retirement; and tuition waiver. APPLICATION PROCESS Required Online Application Materials:
Clark College Online Application
Current resume, with a minimum of three (3) references listed.
Cover letter describing background and experience related to qualifications and responsibilities of the position.
Responses to the supplemental questions included in the online application process.
Please apply online at www.clark.edu/jobs To contact Clark College Human Resources, please call (360) 992-2105 or email recruitment@clark.edu . APPLICATION DEADLINE: Required application materials must be completed and submitted online by 3 p.m., March 25, 2024. CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT: Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position. Completion of academic degrees will also be verified through receipt of official transcripts. DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS Upon request, accommodations are available to persons with disabilities for the application process. Contact Human Resources at (360)992-2105 or by video phone at (360)991-0901. SECURITY The security of all the members of the campus community is of vital concern to Clark College. Information regarding crime prevention advice, the authority of the Security/Safety Department, policies concerning reporting of any crimes which may occur on or near college property, and crime statistics for the most recent 3-year period may be requested from the Clark College Security/Safety Department, (360) 992-2133 or security.requests@clark.edu . The most recent Annual Security Report, written in compliance with the Clery Act, can be reviewed here: http://www.clark.edu/campus-life/student-support/security/report.php . ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION If you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work. CORRECTIONS OR EXTENDED NOTICES Corrected or extended notices will be posted online and in the Human Resources Office. Clark College’s Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI) supports individuals with their academic, personal, and professional development, as well as provides training and educational resources for all members of the college community around diversity, inclusion, power, privilege, inequity, social equity, and social justice. The college offers further professional development for our employees through opportunities such as Employee Resource Groups, Social Justice Leadership Institute, Cross Institution Faculty of Color Mentorship program, Administrators of Color Leadership Program, and Faculty and Staff of Color Conference. Clark College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Protected group members are strongly encouraged to apply. Clark College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, citizenship, immigration status or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). The college considers equal opportunity, affirmative action, and non-discrimination to be fundamental to the mission, vision, and values of the college. All faculty and staff hired at Clark College are encouraged to embrace, continually support, and enhance social equity on our campus and in our community. The college provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, Title II and Title IX, and Affirmative Action: Gerald Gabbard, Director of Labor and Compliance, 360-992-2317, ggabbard@clark.edu , 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Baird 142, Vancouver, Washington 98663. Clark College is a smoke-free/drug free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and or modified without notice. Clark College Human Resources
March 4, 2024
24-00031
Multnomah County Dept. of Community Justice
1401 NE 68th Ave, Portland OR 97213
Do you have a passion to help youth involved in the juvenile justice system?
Do you want to make a difference in their lives and the lives of their families?
Do you believe that all youth are capable of turning their lives around?
Are you passionate about helping others?
Do you thrive when working on a team?
If you answered "yes" to these questions, we want you to join our team as a Juvenile Custody Services Specialist (JCSS) or Trainee!
The Department of Community Justice Juvenile Detention and Residential Services Team is seeking committed, enthusiastic and compassionate JCSS and JCSS Trainees to strengthen our detention facility. If selected for one of these positions, you will serve a critical, operational role within the Juvenile Detention Center.
We’re excited to announce that this recruitment for JCSS also includes an inaugural recruitment for the new Juvenile Custody Services Trainee position! The JCSS Trainee program is brand new and we’re looking forward to expanding services to the youth in our care with this position. The JCSS Trainees will assist with providing guidance, security, training, and general care to vulnerable youth populations with mental health and/or developmental issues within a detention setting or a Behavior Rehabilitation Services (BRS) program. As a trainee, you will gain on-the-job training & skills to become a regular status Juvenile Custody Services Specialist within 24 months. The starting hourly pay rate is $27.23.
As a JCSS with Multnomah County's Department of Community Justice, you'll help foster prosocial behavior with youth residing in our juvenile detention facility and our Behavioral Rehabilitation Services (BRS) residential program.
Working in a culturally diverse juvenile detention facility, you will be responsible for the guidance, security and general care of youth who present a variety of behavioral, cognitive, emotional and intellectual issues. Using an interactive model of supervision, we place particular emphasis on skill development, engaging youth in prosocial development, cognitive restructuring programming, leisure time activities, personal hygiene, and work activities.
As a regular JCSS, you will be responsible for:
Supervising and documenting youth activities and behavior
Admitting youth into the facility and with preliminary hearings.
Providing guidance and group programming, including planning recreational programs and facilitating cognitive skill groups
Maintaining safety, security and order in the living units
Maintaining routine records; preparing oral and written reports using automated systems
As a JCSS Trainee, you will be responsible for:
Assisting with supervision and documentation of youth activities and behavior.
Assisting in admitting youth into the facility and with preliminary hearings.
Assisting with providing guidance and group programming, including planning recreational programs and facilitating cognitive skill groups.
Assisting with maintaining safety, security and order in the living units.
Assisting with maintaining routine records and preparing oral and written reports using automated systems.
JCSS & JCSS Trainees work in a secure detention environment and in a Behavioral Rehabilitation Services (BRS) residential program. The detention facility has numerous two-level pods that house youth in detention.
All Juvenile Custody Services Specialists must have the ability to use verbal skills to de-escalate volatile situations. You must also be able and willing to respond to crisis situations, including physically intervening with youth who may be violently acting out; this may involve the use of restraints. All Juvenile Custody Services Specialists must have the ability to regularly go up and down stairs.
Some positions are assigned to work in a secure residential Behavioral Rehabilitation Services treatment program for youth of all genders who require a staff secured, out of home placement for assessment/evaluation, stabilization and transition planning.
The facility operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Applicants must be willing to work a variety of shifts, including overnight, swing, weekends and holidays. JCSS work on a continuous duty shift, meaning that you may not be relieved of duty during your work day. This position is also designated as Operationally Essential .
This recruitment will be used to fill any current and future positions, including Limited Duration, temporary and On-Call, while the eligible for hire list is active.
Workforce Equity:
At Multnomah County we are committed to maintaining an effective, respectful and inclusive workplace. We value collaborative problem solving and strive for continuous improvement. We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity and inclusion. Visit our Workforce Equity Strategies Plan (WESP) to see where Multnomah County is headed with these values.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY JUSTICE:
Vision ~ Community Safety through Positive Change
The Department of Community Justice (DCJ) is recognized as a national leader in both adult and juvenile community justice. DCJ routinely consults and makes use of evidence-based practices in our program and policy development. The Department's commitment to data-informed decision-making has led DCJ to make smart investments of taxpayer dollars in supervision, sanctions, and services for the county's highest risk and highest need justice-involved individuals. DCJ makes long-term investments in its employees through the provision of education and training.
More general information about the Department of Community Justice including our mission, vision, and strategies can be found at: www.multco.us/dcj .
The Department of Community Justice's Strategic Plan (Executive Summary and Full report) can be found at: https://multco.us/file/68223/download .
TO QUALIFY - *please note different criteria for JCSS and JCSS Trainee
Juvenile Custody Services Specialist position : We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant.
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
Associate's degree or equivalent with major coursework in child psychology, sociology, or a related field; a Bachelor's degree may substitute for 1 year of the required experience.
Two (2) years of responsible experience working with at-risk youth (12-18) in one of the following environments:
Detention or youth correctional facility
Youth residential setting
Setting that provides programming for at-risk youth
Successful completion of a battery of psychological tests / psychological evaluation.
Physical ability to respond to crisis situations with the youth, including violent exchanges, and must regularly climb up and down stairs.
Must pass a thorough background investigation which includes, but is not limited to a review of applicant’s criminal, civil, driving, military, educational and employment history prior to employment.
Valid driver's license
Juvenile Custody Services Specialist Trainee position : We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant.
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
Total of 2 years experience and/or education. Any combination may be counted toward the 2 years. This may include:
College level education with major coursework in child psychology, sociology, or a related field counts toward the minimum requirement
Experience working with at-risk youth (12-18) in one of the following environments counts toward the minimum requirement:
Detention or youth correctional facility
Youth residential setting
Setting that provides programming for at-risk youth
Successful completion of a battery of psychological tests / psychological evaluation.
Physical ability to respond to crisis situations with the youth, including violent exchanges, and must regularly climb up and down stairs.
Must pass a thorough background investigation which includes, but is not limited to a review of applicant’s criminal, civil, driving, military, educational and employment history prior to employment.
Valid driver's license
Employees in either position that are placed with the Assessment and Evaluation (A&E) unit must also meet BRS criteria for “Direct Care Staff” by possessing (and showing proof of):
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; OR
The equivalent credit hours of a bachelor’s degree with coursework in psychology, social work, human behavioral studies, counseling, etc.; OR
An Associate’s Degree in a related field plus two years of experience OR four or more years of experience working in a secure residential or staff secure treatment environment for adolescents; AND
Must pass/or have passed DHS background check.
Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills for both positions*:
You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
Group facilitation skills
Experience working in an alcohol and drug treatment facility or program
Experience working with justice involved youth (12-18)
Experience working in a mental health treatment facility or program
Exceptional skill with Google calendar / documents and electronic record keeping
Training or education in trauma informed care and adolescent brain development
Bilingual in Spanish and English
*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experiences that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.
SCREENING AND EVALUATION
The Application Packet:
*Please be sure to provide all of the required materials below in your application submission.
Application: A completed online application.
Resume: An uploaded resume covering relevant experience and education. Please include the following for each employer: name of employer, location, dates of employment, your title, and a summary of your responsibilities and if applicable, the number of employees under your supervision.
* Internal candidates: After you have applied, you will receive the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire in your Workday inbox. Your application as an internal candidate is not complete until you fill out and submit the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire.
The Selection Process : For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:
Initial review of minimum qualifications
Phone screen, oral exam or written exam may be used to determine the most qualified candidates
Consideration of top candidates/interviews
Background, references, education checks and fingerprinting
Psychological Evaluation
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Type of Position: This hourly position is eligible for overtime.
Type: Union represented, Essential Personnel
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Pay: Pay is not negotiable.
Schedule: 24/7 operation: variable schedules including weekends, swing, graveyard or relief schedules, or a mixture of these.
Location: Onsite at the Juvenile Justice Complex-Detention Center @ 1401 NE 68th Ave Portland, OR 97213
Multnomah County offers a comprehensive benefit package to all eligible employees. A few highlights include:
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, Moda or Kaiser Permanente).
Qualify for a defined benefit pension after five years of vesting; we pick up the employee's share of the retirement contribution (6% of subject wages).
Generous paid leave (vacation, sick, parental, bereavement, military etc.)
Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance
Optional deferred compensation and flexible spending accounts
Access to a free annual Tri-met bus pass
Access to wellness resources
Access to Employee Resource Groups
Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.
Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
Mar 01, 2024
Full time
Do you have a passion to help youth involved in the juvenile justice system?
Do you want to make a difference in their lives and the lives of their families?
Do you believe that all youth are capable of turning their lives around?
Are you passionate about helping others?
Do you thrive when working on a team?
If you answered "yes" to these questions, we want you to join our team as a Juvenile Custody Services Specialist (JCSS) or Trainee!
The Department of Community Justice Juvenile Detention and Residential Services Team is seeking committed, enthusiastic and compassionate JCSS and JCSS Trainees to strengthen our detention facility. If selected for one of these positions, you will serve a critical, operational role within the Juvenile Detention Center.
We’re excited to announce that this recruitment for JCSS also includes an inaugural recruitment for the new Juvenile Custody Services Trainee position! The JCSS Trainee program is brand new and we’re looking forward to expanding services to the youth in our care with this position. The JCSS Trainees will assist with providing guidance, security, training, and general care to vulnerable youth populations with mental health and/or developmental issues within a detention setting or a Behavior Rehabilitation Services (BRS) program. As a trainee, you will gain on-the-job training & skills to become a regular status Juvenile Custody Services Specialist within 24 months. The starting hourly pay rate is $27.23.
As a JCSS with Multnomah County's Department of Community Justice, you'll help foster prosocial behavior with youth residing in our juvenile detention facility and our Behavioral Rehabilitation Services (BRS) residential program.
Working in a culturally diverse juvenile detention facility, you will be responsible for the guidance, security and general care of youth who present a variety of behavioral, cognitive, emotional and intellectual issues. Using an interactive model of supervision, we place particular emphasis on skill development, engaging youth in prosocial development, cognitive restructuring programming, leisure time activities, personal hygiene, and work activities.
As a regular JCSS, you will be responsible for:
Supervising and documenting youth activities and behavior
Admitting youth into the facility and with preliminary hearings.
Providing guidance and group programming, including planning recreational programs and facilitating cognitive skill groups
Maintaining safety, security and order in the living units
Maintaining routine records; preparing oral and written reports using automated systems
As a JCSS Trainee, you will be responsible for:
Assisting with supervision and documentation of youth activities and behavior.
Assisting in admitting youth into the facility and with preliminary hearings.
Assisting with providing guidance and group programming, including planning recreational programs and facilitating cognitive skill groups.
Assisting with maintaining safety, security and order in the living units.
Assisting with maintaining routine records and preparing oral and written reports using automated systems.
JCSS & JCSS Trainees work in a secure detention environment and in a Behavioral Rehabilitation Services (BRS) residential program. The detention facility has numerous two-level pods that house youth in detention.
All Juvenile Custody Services Specialists must have the ability to use verbal skills to de-escalate volatile situations. You must also be able and willing to respond to crisis situations, including physically intervening with youth who may be violently acting out; this may involve the use of restraints. All Juvenile Custody Services Specialists must have the ability to regularly go up and down stairs.
Some positions are assigned to work in a secure residential Behavioral Rehabilitation Services treatment program for youth of all genders who require a staff secured, out of home placement for assessment/evaluation, stabilization and transition planning.
The facility operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Applicants must be willing to work a variety of shifts, including overnight, swing, weekends and holidays. JCSS work on a continuous duty shift, meaning that you may not be relieved of duty during your work day. This position is also designated as Operationally Essential .
This recruitment will be used to fill any current and future positions, including Limited Duration, temporary and On-Call, while the eligible for hire list is active.
Workforce Equity:
At Multnomah County we are committed to maintaining an effective, respectful and inclusive workplace. We value collaborative problem solving and strive for continuous improvement. We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity and inclusion. Visit our Workforce Equity Strategies Plan (WESP) to see where Multnomah County is headed with these values.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY JUSTICE:
Vision ~ Community Safety through Positive Change
The Department of Community Justice (DCJ) is recognized as a national leader in both adult and juvenile community justice. DCJ routinely consults and makes use of evidence-based practices in our program and policy development. The Department's commitment to data-informed decision-making has led DCJ to make smart investments of taxpayer dollars in supervision, sanctions, and services for the county's highest risk and highest need justice-involved individuals. DCJ makes long-term investments in its employees through the provision of education and training.
More general information about the Department of Community Justice including our mission, vision, and strategies can be found at: www.multco.us/dcj .
The Department of Community Justice's Strategic Plan (Executive Summary and Full report) can be found at: https://multco.us/file/68223/download .
TO QUALIFY - *please note different criteria for JCSS and JCSS Trainee
Juvenile Custody Services Specialist position : We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant.
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
Associate's degree or equivalent with major coursework in child psychology, sociology, or a related field; a Bachelor's degree may substitute for 1 year of the required experience.
Two (2) years of responsible experience working with at-risk youth (12-18) in one of the following environments:
Detention or youth correctional facility
Youth residential setting
Setting that provides programming for at-risk youth
Successful completion of a battery of psychological tests / psychological evaluation.
Physical ability to respond to crisis situations with the youth, including violent exchanges, and must regularly climb up and down stairs.
Must pass a thorough background investigation which includes, but is not limited to a review of applicant’s criminal, civil, driving, military, educational and employment history prior to employment.
Valid driver's license
Juvenile Custody Services Specialist Trainee position : We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant.
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
Total of 2 years experience and/or education. Any combination may be counted toward the 2 years. This may include:
College level education with major coursework in child psychology, sociology, or a related field counts toward the minimum requirement
Experience working with at-risk youth (12-18) in one of the following environments counts toward the minimum requirement:
Detention or youth correctional facility
Youth residential setting
Setting that provides programming for at-risk youth
Successful completion of a battery of psychological tests / psychological evaluation.
Physical ability to respond to crisis situations with the youth, including violent exchanges, and must regularly climb up and down stairs.
Must pass a thorough background investigation which includes, but is not limited to a review of applicant’s criminal, civil, driving, military, educational and employment history prior to employment.
Valid driver's license
Employees in either position that are placed with the Assessment and Evaluation (A&E) unit must also meet BRS criteria for “Direct Care Staff” by possessing (and showing proof of):
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; OR
The equivalent credit hours of a bachelor’s degree with coursework in psychology, social work, human behavioral studies, counseling, etc.; OR
An Associate’s Degree in a related field plus two years of experience OR four or more years of experience working in a secure residential or staff secure treatment environment for adolescents; AND
Must pass/or have passed DHS background check.
Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills for both positions*:
You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
Group facilitation skills
Experience working in an alcohol and drug treatment facility or program
Experience working with justice involved youth (12-18)
Experience working in a mental health treatment facility or program
Exceptional skill with Google calendar / documents and electronic record keeping
Training or education in trauma informed care and adolescent brain development
Bilingual in Spanish and English
*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experiences that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.
SCREENING AND EVALUATION
The Application Packet:
*Please be sure to provide all of the required materials below in your application submission.
Application: A completed online application.
Resume: An uploaded resume covering relevant experience and education. Please include the following for each employer: name of employer, location, dates of employment, your title, and a summary of your responsibilities and if applicable, the number of employees under your supervision.
* Internal candidates: After you have applied, you will receive the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire in your Workday inbox. Your application as an internal candidate is not complete until you fill out and submit the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire.
The Selection Process : For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:
Initial review of minimum qualifications
Phone screen, oral exam or written exam may be used to determine the most qualified candidates
Consideration of top candidates/interviews
Background, references, education checks and fingerprinting
Psychological Evaluation
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Type of Position: This hourly position is eligible for overtime.
Type: Union represented, Essential Personnel
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Pay: Pay is not negotiable.
Schedule: 24/7 operation: variable schedules including weekends, swing, graveyard or relief schedules, or a mixture of these.
Location: Onsite at the Juvenile Justice Complex-Detention Center @ 1401 NE 68th Ave Portland, OR 97213
Multnomah County offers a comprehensive benefit package to all eligible employees. A few highlights include:
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, Moda or Kaiser Permanente).
Qualify for a defined benefit pension after five years of vesting; we pick up the employee's share of the retirement contribution (6% of subject wages).
Generous paid leave (vacation, sick, parental, bereavement, military etc.)
Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance
Optional deferred compensation and flexible spending accounts
Access to a free annual Tri-met bus pass
Access to wellness resources
Access to Employee Resource Groups
Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.
Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
GSCO celebrates diversity and values the strengths that come with having a diverse community. People from historically marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Girl Scouts of Colorado offers amazing opportunities for talented, forward-thinking, innovative individuals who share our vision of helping girls and young women change the world for the better.
Girl Scouts has been equipping girls to achieve their full potential more than 100 years-and today, Girl Scouts stands as the preeminent leadership development organization for girls, with 2.5 million members across the nation and around the globe.
At Girl Scouts of Colorado, we serve more than 20,000 members and we believe all girls should have the opportunity to reach their full potential and all girls have the power to change the world.
Here's your opportunity to enhance your career while making a difference in girls' lives and in the world!
You will be joining a supportive and flexible work environment with team members who work together to champion girl ambition. We are on a mission to build girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. The right candidate won't just be promoting a program. Their work will impact and change future generations!
What is a Community Connections Director?
The Community Connections Director develops and oversees the delivery of community engagement and alternative program delivery models intended to engage diverse and underrepresented communities. This position serves as a champion for and key contributor to driving membership-focused diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. The Community Connections Director supervises a team of Program Specialists who directly facilitate community-based programs and execute innovative programs to support member engagement. This position contributes to the achievement of statewide membership goals and is accountable to membership cultivation key performance indicators in underrepresented communities.
**It is desired that the Community Connections Director resides within (or very close proximity to) Metro Denver, Colorado, USA.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Community Development and Engagement
With the support of the Chief Membership & Program Officer, create an annual needs-based, data-driven comprehensive outreach and recruitment plan with measurable goals.
Design, develop, and implement innovative programs and delivery models to reach underrepresented populations.
Provide leadership and supervision to a team of Program Specialists in the delivery of community-based programs and alternative program delivery models. Supervisory responsibilities include hiring, coaching, development, and performance management functions.
Create community awareness and Girl Scout visibility through community involvement and engagement (i.e. youth coalitions, local partnerships and events geared towards underrepresented communities). Cultivate relationships with relevant community leaders, organizations, and businesses.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Strategy and Practices
Provides strategic oversight and champions efforts related to membership DEI goals.
Assesses organizational membership initiatives and makes actionable recommendations for improvement and areas of growth in DEI.
Contributes to the development and delivery of DEI-focused trainings for volunteers and community and member-facing staff roles.
Develops and manages team budgets.
Works in partnership with other operational and organizational functions to support organizational mission, goals, and strategic priorities. Aligns objectives and plans with other council initiatives and projects and represents membership DEI initiatives and alternative program delivery models on the management team.
Performs other duties as necessary or assigned.
PRIMARY CROSS-FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Collaborates with other council teams including marketing, fund development, volunteer support, membership acquisition, and program to ensure the effective implementation of organizational DEI initiatives and alternative program delivery models.
Ensure compliance with GSCO policies and operational guidelines.
In accordance with the philosophy of Girl Scouts of Colorado, the person filling this position may occasionally be required to carry out or assist with other tasks in addition to the duties listed on this job description.
Support the efforts and commitments of Girl Scouts of Colorado in pluralism and diversity throughout the organization and within each community served.
Embrace diversity and inclusiveness by contributing to positive relationships between diverse racial, ethnic, and social groups in the Council as a whole and between employees and volunteers.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education and/or Formal Training
Bachelor's degree in relevant field or equivalent experience and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in diversity and inclusion programs, community organizing, nonprofit management or related programs; or an equivalent combination of skills and experience.
Experience
Experience working with diverse populations, with demonstrated personal and professional commitment to pluralism.
Experience in community organizing, outreach, and engagement preferred.
Supervisory experience required.
Experience leading or teaching in a virtual environment preferred.
Demonstrated success with project management working cross-functionally and working in a regional or statewide manner.
Demonstrated experience managing and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to build trust and strong partnerships across various functions and levels.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent skills planning and leading cross-functional projects, including proven success in project management and in a collaborative, team environment.
Possesses a thorough understanding of community outreach and DEI principles and practices.
Ability to be a people leader and organizer.
Analytical thinker and ability to solve problems by providing practical solutions.
Ability to effectively and professionally present information and respond to questions from internal GSCO staff and external GSCO audience including staff, volunteers, Girl Scouts, parents, and the community.
Strong motivational, organizational, detail orientated and problem-solving skills.
Ability to make a work plan autonomously, track task responsibilities, and implement work plan.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines, both administrative and programmatic, and to multitask and prioritize.
Must have the ability to work with and retain sensitive and/or confidential information while understanding and ensuring that it is only shared with those who are privy to such information.
Must possess the ability to communicate effectively with employees, volunteers, customers, and vendors verbally and nonverbally both in person and in writing.
Additional Requirements
Must be at least 21 years of age, with 5 years of driving experience.
Must possess a valid and current license to operate a standard motor vehicle.
Must pass all required background & motor vehicle record checks acceptable to GSCO standards.
Must be fluent in speaking, reading, & writing English.
Desired to be fluent in speaking, reading, & writing Spanish.
Salary
This position pays a range of $70,000-$85,000 per year plus benefits (including mileage reimbursement)
Benefits
403(b) Retirement Plan - GSCO matches 100% of employee contribution up to 2% of pay.
Health Insurance
PPO: 94% Employer Paid Premium for Employee Only Coverage
HDHP: 100% Employer Paid Premium for Employee Only Coverage
Dental Insurance (68% Employer Paid for Employee Coverage)
Vision Insurance
Short Term Disability - 100% Employer Paid
Long Term Disability - 100% Employer Paid
Life Insurance - fully paid by GSCO, 2x annual salary*
Accidental Death and Dismemberment - fully paid by GSCO, 2x annual salary*
Optional Supplemental Life Insurance (Employee/Spouse/Children)- Employee paid - for additional employee coverage and dependents.
Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care)
Health Savings Account (GSCO contributes up to $500/year)
Employee Assistance Program - 100% Employer Paid
Headspace (Employer Paid)
ZayZoon Pay Advances
Vacation - Employees accrue 10 vacation days per year.
Sick Leave - Employees earn one day per month.
Holidays - 10 scheduled holidays per year
Office Closures - 4 Weeks of Paid Office Closures (Week of Independence Day; Thanksgiving Week; Winter Holiday 2 weeks)
This position may have the ability to work a remote/flex hybrid schedule.
We encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities. Our workplace is inclusive, and we strive to create an accessible and accommodating environment for all employees. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations regarding accommodations for disabilities, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you are invited to interview and require accommodations, please inform us in advance so that we can make the necessary arrangements to ensure a smooth and accessible interview experience. If you have questions about accessibility or need assistance with the application process, please contact Human Resources at careers@gscolorado.org or 877-404-5708. We are here to help.
Girl Scouts of Colorado celebrates diversity and values the strengths that come with having a diverse community. People from historically marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Girl Scouts of Colorado (GSCO) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: GSCO is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at GSCO are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations where we operate. GSCO will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
Feb 29, 2024
Full time
GSCO celebrates diversity and values the strengths that come with having a diverse community. People from historically marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Girl Scouts of Colorado offers amazing opportunities for talented, forward-thinking, innovative individuals who share our vision of helping girls and young women change the world for the better.
Girl Scouts has been equipping girls to achieve their full potential more than 100 years-and today, Girl Scouts stands as the preeminent leadership development organization for girls, with 2.5 million members across the nation and around the globe.
At Girl Scouts of Colorado, we serve more than 20,000 members and we believe all girls should have the opportunity to reach their full potential and all girls have the power to change the world.
Here's your opportunity to enhance your career while making a difference in girls' lives and in the world!
You will be joining a supportive and flexible work environment with team members who work together to champion girl ambition. We are on a mission to build girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. The right candidate won't just be promoting a program. Their work will impact and change future generations!
What is a Community Connections Director?
The Community Connections Director develops and oversees the delivery of community engagement and alternative program delivery models intended to engage diverse and underrepresented communities. This position serves as a champion for and key contributor to driving membership-focused diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. The Community Connections Director supervises a team of Program Specialists who directly facilitate community-based programs and execute innovative programs to support member engagement. This position contributes to the achievement of statewide membership goals and is accountable to membership cultivation key performance indicators in underrepresented communities.
**It is desired that the Community Connections Director resides within (or very close proximity to) Metro Denver, Colorado, USA.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Community Development and Engagement
With the support of the Chief Membership & Program Officer, create an annual needs-based, data-driven comprehensive outreach and recruitment plan with measurable goals.
Design, develop, and implement innovative programs and delivery models to reach underrepresented populations.
Provide leadership and supervision to a team of Program Specialists in the delivery of community-based programs and alternative program delivery models. Supervisory responsibilities include hiring, coaching, development, and performance management functions.
Create community awareness and Girl Scout visibility through community involvement and engagement (i.e. youth coalitions, local partnerships and events geared towards underrepresented communities). Cultivate relationships with relevant community leaders, organizations, and businesses.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Strategy and Practices
Provides strategic oversight and champions efforts related to membership DEI goals.
Assesses organizational membership initiatives and makes actionable recommendations for improvement and areas of growth in DEI.
Contributes to the development and delivery of DEI-focused trainings for volunteers and community and member-facing staff roles.
Develops and manages team budgets.
Works in partnership with other operational and organizational functions to support organizational mission, goals, and strategic priorities. Aligns objectives and plans with other council initiatives and projects and represents membership DEI initiatives and alternative program delivery models on the management team.
Performs other duties as necessary or assigned.
PRIMARY CROSS-FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Collaborates with other council teams including marketing, fund development, volunteer support, membership acquisition, and program to ensure the effective implementation of organizational DEI initiatives and alternative program delivery models.
Ensure compliance with GSCO policies and operational guidelines.
In accordance with the philosophy of Girl Scouts of Colorado, the person filling this position may occasionally be required to carry out or assist with other tasks in addition to the duties listed on this job description.
Support the efforts and commitments of Girl Scouts of Colorado in pluralism and diversity throughout the organization and within each community served.
Embrace diversity and inclusiveness by contributing to positive relationships between diverse racial, ethnic, and social groups in the Council as a whole and between employees and volunteers.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education and/or Formal Training
Bachelor's degree in relevant field or equivalent experience and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in diversity and inclusion programs, community organizing, nonprofit management or related programs; or an equivalent combination of skills and experience.
Experience
Experience working with diverse populations, with demonstrated personal and professional commitment to pluralism.
Experience in community organizing, outreach, and engagement preferred.
Supervisory experience required.
Experience leading or teaching in a virtual environment preferred.
Demonstrated success with project management working cross-functionally and working in a regional or statewide manner.
Demonstrated experience managing and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to build trust and strong partnerships across various functions and levels.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent skills planning and leading cross-functional projects, including proven success in project management and in a collaborative, team environment.
Possesses a thorough understanding of community outreach and DEI principles and practices.
Ability to be a people leader and organizer.
Analytical thinker and ability to solve problems by providing practical solutions.
Ability to effectively and professionally present information and respond to questions from internal GSCO staff and external GSCO audience including staff, volunteers, Girl Scouts, parents, and the community.
Strong motivational, organizational, detail orientated and problem-solving skills.
Ability to make a work plan autonomously, track task responsibilities, and implement work plan.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines, both administrative and programmatic, and to multitask and prioritize.
Must have the ability to work with and retain sensitive and/or confidential information while understanding and ensuring that it is only shared with those who are privy to such information.
Must possess the ability to communicate effectively with employees, volunteers, customers, and vendors verbally and nonverbally both in person and in writing.
Additional Requirements
Must be at least 21 years of age, with 5 years of driving experience.
Must possess a valid and current license to operate a standard motor vehicle.
Must pass all required background & motor vehicle record checks acceptable to GSCO standards.
Must be fluent in speaking, reading, & writing English.
Desired to be fluent in speaking, reading, & writing Spanish.
Salary
This position pays a range of $70,000-$85,000 per year plus benefits (including mileage reimbursement)
Benefits
403(b) Retirement Plan - GSCO matches 100% of employee contribution up to 2% of pay.
Health Insurance
PPO: 94% Employer Paid Premium for Employee Only Coverage
HDHP: 100% Employer Paid Premium for Employee Only Coverage
Dental Insurance (68% Employer Paid for Employee Coverage)
Vision Insurance
Short Term Disability - 100% Employer Paid
Long Term Disability - 100% Employer Paid
Life Insurance - fully paid by GSCO, 2x annual salary*
Accidental Death and Dismemberment - fully paid by GSCO, 2x annual salary*
Optional Supplemental Life Insurance (Employee/Spouse/Children)- Employee paid - for additional employee coverage and dependents.
Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care)
Health Savings Account (GSCO contributes up to $500/year)
Employee Assistance Program - 100% Employer Paid
Headspace (Employer Paid)
ZayZoon Pay Advances
Vacation - Employees accrue 10 vacation days per year.
Sick Leave - Employees earn one day per month.
Holidays - 10 scheduled holidays per year
Office Closures - 4 Weeks of Paid Office Closures (Week of Independence Day; Thanksgiving Week; Winter Holiday 2 weeks)
This position may have the ability to work a remote/flex hybrid schedule.
We encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities. Our workplace is inclusive, and we strive to create an accessible and accommodating environment for all employees. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations regarding accommodations for disabilities, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you are invited to interview and require accommodations, please inform us in advance so that we can make the necessary arrangements to ensure a smooth and accessible interview experience. If you have questions about accessibility or need assistance with the application process, please contact Human Resources at careers@gscolorado.org or 877-404-5708. We are here to help.
Girl Scouts of Colorado celebrates diversity and values the strengths that come with having a diverse community. People from historically marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Girl Scouts of Colorado (GSCO) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: GSCO is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at GSCO are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations where we operate. GSCO will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
GSCO celebrates diversity and values the strengths that come with having a diverse community. People from historically marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Girl Scouts of Colorado offers amazing opportunities for talented, forward-thinking, innovative individuals who share our vision of helping girls and young women change the world for the better.
Girl Scouts has been equipping girls to achieve their full potential more than 100 years-and today, Girl Scouts stands as the preeminent leadership development organization for girls, with 2.5 million members across the nation and around the globe.
At Girl Scouts of Colorado, we serve more than 20,000 members and we believe all girls should have the opportunity to reach their full potential and all girls have the power to change the world.
Here's your opportunity to enhance your career while making a difference in girls' lives and in the world!
You will be joining a supportive and flexible work environment with team members who work together to champion girl ambition. We are on a mission to build girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. The right candidate won't just be promoting a program. Their work will impact and change future generations!
What is a Program and Events Specialist?
Girl Scouts of Colorado partners with a variety of organizations to engage Girls Scouts in leadership development programming through the lens of STEM, life skills, entrepreneurship, and outdoor stewardship. The Program and Events Specialist aids in statewide program development, delivery, and logistical support for Girl Scout partner programs and events. This position functions as a member of the program team and reports to the Program and Events Manager. The Program and Events Specialist works alongside the program team to ensure that our staff and program partners can facilitate Girl Scout programming to our members across the state, while our members have the best customer experience.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Support the Program and Events Manager in program development, pre-event logistics, event execution, post-event feedback, and data reporting for partner programs.
Deliver Girl Scout programs in-person and virtually for Girl Scouts and adult members in the Denver-Metro area, with the ability to occasionally travel to other parts of the state.
Create materials and activities to aid in the facilitation of events or programming.
Adapt programming to meet the needs of Girl Scouts and adult members.
In coordination with membership support staff, drive membership engagement and membership recruitment through programming and events.
Collect post-event data and feedback from attendees.
Act as a secondary point of contact for program partners before, during, and after program execution, in coordination with the Program and Events Manager.
Assists the Program and Events Manager in booking venues, securing support staff, and managing day-of-event logistics.
Work closely with Registration Specialists to build event registrations and coordinate event communications.
Communicates with participants on event details and responds to questions in a timely manner.
PRIMARY CROSS-FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Collaborate with the Program and Events Manager and greater Program and Membership Experience Department to coordinate a unified direction of all programming through integration and implementation of long- and short-term goals, objectives, and action plans.
Collaborate with statewide teams on program and event opportunities.
Support the efforts and commitments of Girl Scouts of Colorado in the area of pluralism and diversity throughout the organization and within each community.
Work cross-functionally with other departments to support membership.
Embrace diversity and inclusiveness by contributing to positive relationships between diverse racial, ethnic, and social groups in the Council as a whole and between employees and volunteers.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION/FORMAL TRAINING
Bachelor's degree; or related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience, preferred.
EXPERIENCE
Two years of experience in event management and/or program delivery or in a related field such as project management or community relations.
Two years of customer service experience is desirable.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, AND ABILITY
Knowledge of the Girl Scout program and philosophy, or willingness to learn.
Ability to manage priorities effectively while remaining flexible.
Ability to communicate effectively with employees, customers, and vendors.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Track record of successful event or program execution desired.
Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills with peers, volunteers, and outside partners.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to manage details and make decisions.
Strong organizational skills.
Must pass a criminal background check acceptable to GSCO standards.
Night and weekend availability is required.
Work successfully in a hybrid-remote environment.
Respect the confidential nature of all information pertaining to staff, volunteers, and Girl Scouts.
Bilingual and bicultural skills desired, but not required.
Salary
This position pays a range of $20.67-$21.86 per hour, plus benefits (including mileage reimbursement)
Benefits
403(b) Retirement Plan - GSCO matches 100% of employee contribution up to 2% of pay.
Health Insurance
PPO: 94% Employer Paid Premium for Employee Only Coverage
HDHP: 100% Employer Paid Premium for Employee Only Coverage
Dental Insurance (68% Employer Paid for Employee Coverage)
Vision Insurance
Short Term Disability - 100% Employer Paid
Long Term Disability - 100% Employer Paid
Life Insurance - fully paid by GSCO, 2x annual salary*
Accidental Death and Dismemberment - fully paid by GSCO, 2x annual salary*
Optional Supplemental Life Insurance (Employee/Spouse/Children)- Employee paid - for additional employee coverage and dependents.
Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care)
Health Savings Account (GSCO contributes up to $500/year)
Employee Assistance Program - 100% Employer Paid
Headspace (Employer Paid)
ZayZoon Pay Advances
Vacation - Employees accrue 10 vacation days per year.
Sick Leave - Employees earn one day per month.
Holidays - 10 scheduled holidays per year
Office Closures - 4 Weeks of Paid Office Closures (Week of Independence Day; Thanksgiving Week; Winter Holiday 2 weeks)
This position may have the ability to work a remote/flex hybrid schedule.
We encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities. Our workplace is inclusive, and we strive to create an accessible and accommodating environment for all employees. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations regarding accommodations for disabilities, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you are invited to interview and require accommodations, please inform us in advance so that we can make the necessary arrangements to ensure a smooth and accessible interview experience. If you have questions about accessibility or need assistance with the application process, please contact Human Resources at careers@gscolorado.org or 877-404-5708. We are here to help.
Girl Scouts of Colorado celebrates diversity and values the strengths that come with having a diverse community. People from historically marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Girl Scouts of Colorado (GSCO) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: GSCO is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at GSCO are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations where we operate. GSCO will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
Feb 27, 2024
Full time
GSCO celebrates diversity and values the strengths that come with having a diverse community. People from historically marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Girl Scouts of Colorado offers amazing opportunities for talented, forward-thinking, innovative individuals who share our vision of helping girls and young women change the world for the better.
Girl Scouts has been equipping girls to achieve their full potential more than 100 years-and today, Girl Scouts stands as the preeminent leadership development organization for girls, with 2.5 million members across the nation and around the globe.
At Girl Scouts of Colorado, we serve more than 20,000 members and we believe all girls should have the opportunity to reach their full potential and all girls have the power to change the world.
Here's your opportunity to enhance your career while making a difference in girls' lives and in the world!
You will be joining a supportive and flexible work environment with team members who work together to champion girl ambition. We are on a mission to build girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. The right candidate won't just be promoting a program. Their work will impact and change future generations!
What is a Program and Events Specialist?
Girl Scouts of Colorado partners with a variety of organizations to engage Girls Scouts in leadership development programming through the lens of STEM, life skills, entrepreneurship, and outdoor stewardship. The Program and Events Specialist aids in statewide program development, delivery, and logistical support for Girl Scout partner programs and events. This position functions as a member of the program team and reports to the Program and Events Manager. The Program and Events Specialist works alongside the program team to ensure that our staff and program partners can facilitate Girl Scout programming to our members across the state, while our members have the best customer experience.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Support the Program and Events Manager in program development, pre-event logistics, event execution, post-event feedback, and data reporting for partner programs.
Deliver Girl Scout programs in-person and virtually for Girl Scouts and adult members in the Denver-Metro area, with the ability to occasionally travel to other parts of the state.
Create materials and activities to aid in the facilitation of events or programming.
Adapt programming to meet the needs of Girl Scouts and adult members.
In coordination with membership support staff, drive membership engagement and membership recruitment through programming and events.
Collect post-event data and feedback from attendees.
Act as a secondary point of contact for program partners before, during, and after program execution, in coordination with the Program and Events Manager.
Assists the Program and Events Manager in booking venues, securing support staff, and managing day-of-event logistics.
Work closely with Registration Specialists to build event registrations and coordinate event communications.
Communicates with participants on event details and responds to questions in a timely manner.
PRIMARY CROSS-FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Collaborate with the Program and Events Manager and greater Program and Membership Experience Department to coordinate a unified direction of all programming through integration and implementation of long- and short-term goals, objectives, and action plans.
Collaborate with statewide teams on program and event opportunities.
Support the efforts and commitments of Girl Scouts of Colorado in the area of pluralism and diversity throughout the organization and within each community.
Work cross-functionally with other departments to support membership.
Embrace diversity and inclusiveness by contributing to positive relationships between diverse racial, ethnic, and social groups in the Council as a whole and between employees and volunteers.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION/FORMAL TRAINING
Bachelor's degree; or related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience, preferred.
EXPERIENCE
Two years of experience in event management and/or program delivery or in a related field such as project management or community relations.
Two years of customer service experience is desirable.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, AND ABILITY
Knowledge of the Girl Scout program and philosophy, or willingness to learn.
Ability to manage priorities effectively while remaining flexible.
Ability to communicate effectively with employees, customers, and vendors.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Track record of successful event or program execution desired.
Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills with peers, volunteers, and outside partners.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to manage details and make decisions.
Strong organizational skills.
Must pass a criminal background check acceptable to GSCO standards.
Night and weekend availability is required.
Work successfully in a hybrid-remote environment.
Respect the confidential nature of all information pertaining to staff, volunteers, and Girl Scouts.
Bilingual and bicultural skills desired, but not required.
Salary
This position pays a range of $20.67-$21.86 per hour, plus benefits (including mileage reimbursement)
Benefits
403(b) Retirement Plan - GSCO matches 100% of employee contribution up to 2% of pay.
Health Insurance
PPO: 94% Employer Paid Premium for Employee Only Coverage
HDHP: 100% Employer Paid Premium for Employee Only Coverage
Dental Insurance (68% Employer Paid for Employee Coverage)
Vision Insurance
Short Term Disability - 100% Employer Paid
Long Term Disability - 100% Employer Paid
Life Insurance - fully paid by GSCO, 2x annual salary*
Accidental Death and Dismemberment - fully paid by GSCO, 2x annual salary*
Optional Supplemental Life Insurance (Employee/Spouse/Children)- Employee paid - for additional employee coverage and dependents.
Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care)
Health Savings Account (GSCO contributes up to $500/year)
Employee Assistance Program - 100% Employer Paid
Headspace (Employer Paid)
ZayZoon Pay Advances
Vacation - Employees accrue 10 vacation days per year.
Sick Leave - Employees earn one day per month.
Holidays - 10 scheduled holidays per year
Office Closures - 4 Weeks of Paid Office Closures (Week of Independence Day; Thanksgiving Week; Winter Holiday 2 weeks)
This position may have the ability to work a remote/flex hybrid schedule.
We encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities. Our workplace is inclusive, and we strive to create an accessible and accommodating environment for all employees. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations regarding accommodations for disabilities, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you are invited to interview and require accommodations, please inform us in advance so that we can make the necessary arrangements to ensure a smooth and accessible interview experience. If you have questions about accessibility or need assistance with the application process, please contact Human Resources at careers@gscolorado.org or 877-404-5708. We are here to help.
Girl Scouts of Colorado celebrates diversity and values the strengths that come with having a diverse community. People from historically marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Girl Scouts of Colorado (GSCO) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: GSCO is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at GSCO are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations where we operate. GSCO will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! Job Description: By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! WHY CHOOSE US? As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good. We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference. The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women’s Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions. At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine! What You Need To Know This position will be out in the community, working with community partners and organizations to promote American Red Cross opportunities for volunteering and collaboration. By conducting continuous and daily outreach, we are able to expand and build our volunteer capacity to better serve our communities. The ideal candidate would be proactive in making new introductions, building relationships and comfortable being the face of the American Red Cross through public speaking and building a known name. Execute broad-based recruitment strategies to identify and attract volunteers. Screen, refer and assist with placement of prospective volunteers to effectively support goals and ensure placement of sufficient numbers of volunteers to meet operational needs. Provide support, development and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers. Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures and other applicable Federal, State and local regulations. WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD 1: Creatively develop and utilize comprehensive recruitment strategies to meet assigned volunteer recruitment metrics, effectively support goals and ensure placement of sufficient numbers of volunteers to meet operational needs. 2: Conduct general and targeted outreach and recruiting activities to obtain volunteer applicants tracked to referral and approval. 3: Identify, cultivate, and maintain relationships with key volunteer recruitment agencies/organizations, market segments, and populations to create a robust network and strong candidate pipeline for future needs. Partner with assigned staff to strengthen existing relationships, and identify and evaluate prospective volunteer recruitment sources and partnerships. 4: Support the development and ongoing refinement of the Volunteer Recruitment Plan to include both in-person and digital strategies. Assist in evaluating and modifying recruitment strategies based on lessons-learned. 5: Maintain accurate records of all potential and actual volunteer leads through the appropriate tools. Produce status reports. 6: Support volunteer programs and services to meet established goals and objectives. May assist in scheduling and coordinating volunteer orientations, placements, meetings and events. 7: Build and manage a team of outreach volunteers who help support volunteer recruitment activities. Scope Individual contributor that works under limited supervision. Applies subject matter knowledge; requires capacity to understand specific needs or requirements to apply skills/knowledge. What Would Give You An Edge Bilingual Spanish What You Need To Succeed Education: Bachelor's degree required. Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years of related experience. Management Experience: Volunteer management experience desired. Skills & Abilities: Ability to successfully work on a hybrid team. Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively. Goal oriented. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal and presentation skills. Detail oriented with good organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple and continuously evolving priorities effectively. Ability to create volunteer recruitment outreach materials. Intermediate proficiency with MS Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Knowledge of group dynamics, customer maintenance techniques, negotiation skills, and the ability to effectively implement programs is preferred. Travel: Will involve travel. A current, valid driver's license with good driving record is required. Combination of candidate’s education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description’s minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted). Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The work environment will consist of moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones and printers, light traffic). The employee must have the ability to work in a small cubicle and have the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Benefits for You We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn. Medical, Dental Vision plans Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts PTO + Holidays 401K with 5% match Paid Family Leave Employee Assistance Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term Service Awards and recognition Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Interested in Volunteering? Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Interested in Volunteering? Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
Feb 14, 2024
Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! Job Description: By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! WHY CHOOSE US? As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good. We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference. The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women’s Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions. At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine! What You Need To Know This position will be out in the community, working with community partners and organizations to promote American Red Cross opportunities for volunteering and collaboration. By conducting continuous and daily outreach, we are able to expand and build our volunteer capacity to better serve our communities. The ideal candidate would be proactive in making new introductions, building relationships and comfortable being the face of the American Red Cross through public speaking and building a known name. Execute broad-based recruitment strategies to identify and attract volunteers. Screen, refer and assist with placement of prospective volunteers to effectively support goals and ensure placement of sufficient numbers of volunteers to meet operational needs. Provide support, development and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers. Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures and other applicable Federal, State and local regulations. WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD 1: Creatively develop and utilize comprehensive recruitment strategies to meet assigned volunteer recruitment metrics, effectively support goals and ensure placement of sufficient numbers of volunteers to meet operational needs. 2: Conduct general and targeted outreach and recruiting activities to obtain volunteer applicants tracked to referral and approval. 3: Identify, cultivate, and maintain relationships with key volunteer recruitment agencies/organizations, market segments, and populations to create a robust network and strong candidate pipeline for future needs. Partner with assigned staff to strengthen existing relationships, and identify and evaluate prospective volunteer recruitment sources and partnerships. 4: Support the development and ongoing refinement of the Volunteer Recruitment Plan to include both in-person and digital strategies. Assist in evaluating and modifying recruitment strategies based on lessons-learned. 5: Maintain accurate records of all potential and actual volunteer leads through the appropriate tools. Produce status reports. 6: Support volunteer programs and services to meet established goals and objectives. May assist in scheduling and coordinating volunteer orientations, placements, meetings and events. 7: Build and manage a team of outreach volunteers who help support volunteer recruitment activities. Scope Individual contributor that works under limited supervision. Applies subject matter knowledge; requires capacity to understand specific needs or requirements to apply skills/knowledge. What Would Give You An Edge Bilingual Spanish What You Need To Succeed Education: Bachelor's degree required. Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years of related experience. Management Experience: Volunteer management experience desired. Skills & Abilities: Ability to successfully work on a hybrid team. Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively. Goal oriented. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal and presentation skills. Detail oriented with good organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple and continuously evolving priorities effectively. Ability to create volunteer recruitment outreach materials. Intermediate proficiency with MS Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Knowledge of group dynamics, customer maintenance techniques, negotiation skills, and the ability to effectively implement programs is preferred. Travel: Will involve travel. A current, valid driver's license with good driving record is required. Combination of candidate’s education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description’s minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted). Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The work environment will consist of moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones and printers, light traffic). The employee must have the ability to work in a small cubicle and have the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Benefits for You We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn. Medical, Dental Vision plans Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts PTO + Holidays 401K with 5% match Paid Family Leave Employee Assistance Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term Service Awards and recognition Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Interested in Volunteering? Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Interested in Volunteering? Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! Job Description: WHY CHOOSE US? As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good. We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference. The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women’s Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions. At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine! The American Red Cross is currently seeking a Workforce Specialist - Disaster Services for the Puerto Rico Region. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW (Job Overview): Provide functional support to Disaster Program Specialist and Leadership at a regional level or take full cycle responsibility to provide service delivery programs within a defined geography. Support the Disaster Program Manager and volunteer workforce to support local communities by providing services to include but are not limited to: response to recurrent local disasters (house fires, floods, etc.), capacity building for mass care service delivery, participation in the Home Fire Campaign, and direct assistance and recovery services to those impacted by disasters. Develop, guide, and support team of trained volunteers, as well as implement and develop initiatives to increase Red Cross visibility through program/service delivery of disaster preparedness, response, and recovery programs. Provide support, development and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers. Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures and other applicable Federal, State and local regulations. WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD (Key Responsibilities): Facilitate and support the development and implementation of strategies, initiatives, tools, plans, processes and procedures within a functional area, or, through the development of volunteer leadership, oversee the implementation of the full disaster cycle of an assigned sub-territory. Functional areas may include: Mass Care, Client Casework, Health & Mental Health Services, Logistics, Information Management & Situational Awareness, Partnerships & Emergency Management, Workforce Development, Preparedness, General Volunteer Support & Engagement, or Home Fire Campaign. Analyze opportunities for improved program service and make recommendations for implementation. Implement assigned programs or services to meet goals. Working with volunteers in a matrixed environment. Support local preparation, response and recovery activities as well as maintain government partnerships with assigned territory. Assist with a broader division and national network of disaster responders and help with deployments and relief operation activity outside immediate region. This may include physical deployment to impacted communities. Engage and develop a volunteer team responsible for the implementation of disaster preparedness, response, and recovery programs in the local area. Ensure the development of leadership volunteers in each of the assigned program support functional areas of the disaster cycle in order to meet the needs of the assigned geography. Maybe required to be on call for required disaster events, and use of technology to communicate with volunteers and community partners. Support local responses through the deployment of volunteer leaders on a daily basis in a rapid and accessible manner. Qualified and experienced volunteer leaders should be placed in key roles first. If volunteer leadership is unavailable, may service during times of disaster. Participate in local planning, exercises, and training, including exercises called by local partners Volunteer Organizations Active in Disaster, Emergency Management Agencies and Local Emergency Planning Committees (VOADs, EMAs and LEPCs). May evaluate and report effectiveness of program or service. Prepare recommendations for continuous improvement. Serve as the Red Cross thought leader as needed with local level with government and other agencies and organizations involved in disaster. Key representative of Red Cross in the community, interfacing with local officials and developing plans with community leaders. Ensure activities are in compliance with regional and national procedures and policies. WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED Bachelor's degree preferred. Minimum 2 years of experience with social services or service/program delivery, or equivalent combination of education and related experience required. Management Experience: n/a Ability to coordinate staff and volunteer activities. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Develop project plans & budgets. Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of program or service, ability to create presentations and training modules, and strategies to achieve organizational goals. Demonstrated analytical and decision- making skills to interpret program trends, results, formulate recommendations, and develop creative processes for continuous program or service improvements. Proven track record of collaboration with diverse groups and individuals, managing multiple priorities, facilitation, problem solving, marketing, leadership, and partnership management. Additionally, this position requires ability for planning, public speaking, project management and process improvement. Individual must be customer oriented, organized, and able to operate with an orientation toward solutions with an external focus, and team orientation. Intermediate level proficiency with MS Office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Familiarity with federal, state, and local employment laws. Must be able to perform all assigned responsibilities under “grey sky” requirements. Ability to work in a matrixed environment and on a team. Travel is required and so is a valid drivers license and clean MVR. * Combination of candidate’s education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description’s minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted). The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. The work environment will consist of moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones and printers, light traffic). The employee must have the ability to work in a small cubicle and have the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. BENEFITS FOR YOU: We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn. • Medical, Dental Vision plans • Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts • PTO + Holidays • 401K with 5% match • Paid Family Leave • Employee Assistance • Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term • Service Awards and recognition Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Interested in Volunteering? Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
Feb 14, 2024
Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! Job Description: WHY CHOOSE US? As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good. We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference. The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women’s Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions. At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine! The American Red Cross is currently seeking a Workforce Specialist - Disaster Services for the Puerto Rico Region. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW (Job Overview): Provide functional support to Disaster Program Specialist and Leadership at a regional level or take full cycle responsibility to provide service delivery programs within a defined geography. Support the Disaster Program Manager and volunteer workforce to support local communities by providing services to include but are not limited to: response to recurrent local disasters (house fires, floods, etc.), capacity building for mass care service delivery, participation in the Home Fire Campaign, and direct assistance and recovery services to those impacted by disasters. Develop, guide, and support team of trained volunteers, as well as implement and develop initiatives to increase Red Cross visibility through program/service delivery of disaster preparedness, response, and recovery programs. Provide support, development and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers. Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures and other applicable Federal, State and local regulations. WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD (Key Responsibilities): Facilitate and support the development and implementation of strategies, initiatives, tools, plans, processes and procedures within a functional area, or, through the development of volunteer leadership, oversee the implementation of the full disaster cycle of an assigned sub-territory. Functional areas may include: Mass Care, Client Casework, Health & Mental Health Services, Logistics, Information Management & Situational Awareness, Partnerships & Emergency Management, Workforce Development, Preparedness, General Volunteer Support & Engagement, or Home Fire Campaign. Analyze opportunities for improved program service and make recommendations for implementation. Implement assigned programs or services to meet goals. Working with volunteers in a matrixed environment. Support local preparation, response and recovery activities as well as maintain government partnerships with assigned territory. Assist with a broader division and national network of disaster responders and help with deployments and relief operation activity outside immediate region. This may include physical deployment to impacted communities. Engage and develop a volunteer team responsible for the implementation of disaster preparedness, response, and recovery programs in the local area. Ensure the development of leadership volunteers in each of the assigned program support functional areas of the disaster cycle in order to meet the needs of the assigned geography. Maybe required to be on call for required disaster events, and use of technology to communicate with volunteers and community partners. Support local responses through the deployment of volunteer leaders on a daily basis in a rapid and accessible manner. Qualified and experienced volunteer leaders should be placed in key roles first. If volunteer leadership is unavailable, may service during times of disaster. Participate in local planning, exercises, and training, including exercises called by local partners Volunteer Organizations Active in Disaster, Emergency Management Agencies and Local Emergency Planning Committees (VOADs, EMAs and LEPCs). May evaluate and report effectiveness of program or service. Prepare recommendations for continuous improvement. Serve as the Red Cross thought leader as needed with local level with government and other agencies and organizations involved in disaster. Key representative of Red Cross in the community, interfacing with local officials and developing plans with community leaders. Ensure activities are in compliance with regional and national procedures and policies. WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED Bachelor's degree preferred. Minimum 2 years of experience with social services or service/program delivery, or equivalent combination of education and related experience required. Management Experience: n/a Ability to coordinate staff and volunteer activities. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Develop project plans & budgets. Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of program or service, ability to create presentations and training modules, and strategies to achieve organizational goals. Demonstrated analytical and decision- making skills to interpret program trends, results, formulate recommendations, and develop creative processes for continuous program or service improvements. Proven track record of collaboration with diverse groups and individuals, managing multiple priorities, facilitation, problem solving, marketing, leadership, and partnership management. Additionally, this position requires ability for planning, public speaking, project management and process improvement. Individual must be customer oriented, organized, and able to operate with an orientation toward solutions with an external focus, and team orientation. Intermediate level proficiency with MS Office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Familiarity with federal, state, and local employment laws. Must be able to perform all assigned responsibilities under “grey sky” requirements. Ability to work in a matrixed environment and on a team. Travel is required and so is a valid drivers license and clean MVR. * Combination of candidate’s education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description’s minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted). The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. The work environment will consist of moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones and printers, light traffic). The employee must have the ability to work in a small cubicle and have the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. BENEFITS FOR YOU: We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn. • Medical, Dental Vision plans • Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts • PTO + Holidays • 401K with 5% match • Paid Family Leave • Employee Assistance • Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term • Service Awards and recognition Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Interested in Volunteering? Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! Job Description: WHY CHOOSE US? As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good. We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference. The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women’s Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions. At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine! WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW (Job Overview): Implement and execute volunteer programs and services to further the engagement of volunteers. Assist with screenings, referrals, and placement of prospective volunteers to effectively support goals and ensure placement of sufficient numbers of volunteers to meet operational needs within the assigned area. May serve as liaison to internal partners and external organizations. Provide support, development and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers. Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures and other applicable Federal, State and local regulations. WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD (Key Responsibilities): Contribute input and serve as a resource for volunteer engagement best practices. Review volunteer satisfaction data and work with operational teams to develop engagement and retention strategies to improve volunteer satisfaction. Participate in the implementation, execution and monitoring of the volunteer engagement and retention strategy to include interaction with the volunteer community both personally and through the volunteer infrastructure. Participate in the development of a thorough volunteer needs assessment for assigned area. Meet with stakeholders and ensure alignment of established goals to volunteer needs. Participate in the development and implementation of a comprehensive onboarding program for each volunteer position. Support the volunteer training plan. May serve as a Facilitator for all volunteer training coursework. Provide guidance on volunteer programs, tools and resources. Provide support and direction to volunteer trainers and ensures training is thorough and documented. Facilitate formal and informal recognition efforts and events to promote community and honor the volunteer experience and contributions. Assist in identifying partnerships and screening and referring prospective volunteers. Schedule volunteers and assist with efforts to ensure a strong fill rate. Serve as a liaison to internal and external partners to ensure all volunteer requests are timely and complete. WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED (Minimum Qualifications): Education: Bachelor's degree required. Experience: Minimum of 3 years of related experience. Management Experience: N/A Skills & Abilities: Ability to work on a team. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal and presentation skills. Good organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple and continuously evolving priorities effectively. Intermediate proficiency with MS Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Knowledge of group dynamics, customer maintenance techniques, negotiation skills, and the ability to effectively implement programs is preferred. Knowledge of volunteer programs and policies preferred. Travel: Ability to travel to field offices and events. Combination of candidate’s education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description’s minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted). Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The work environment will consist of moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones and printers, light traffic). The employee must have the ability to work in a small cubicle and have the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. BENEFITS FOR YOU: We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn. • Medical, Dental Vision plans • Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts • PTO + Holidays • 401K with 5% match • Paid Family Leave • Employee Assistance • Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term • Service Awards and recognition Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Interested in Volunteering? Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
Feb 14, 2024
Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! Job Description: WHY CHOOSE US? As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good. We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference. The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women’s Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions. At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine! WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW (Job Overview): Implement and execute volunteer programs and services to further the engagement of volunteers. Assist with screenings, referrals, and placement of prospective volunteers to effectively support goals and ensure placement of sufficient numbers of volunteers to meet operational needs within the assigned area. May serve as liaison to internal partners and external organizations. Provide support, development and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers. Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures and other applicable Federal, State and local regulations. WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD (Key Responsibilities): Contribute input and serve as a resource for volunteer engagement best practices. Review volunteer satisfaction data and work with operational teams to develop engagement and retention strategies to improve volunteer satisfaction. Participate in the implementation, execution and monitoring of the volunteer engagement and retention strategy to include interaction with the volunteer community both personally and through the volunteer infrastructure. Participate in the development of a thorough volunteer needs assessment for assigned area. Meet with stakeholders and ensure alignment of established goals to volunteer needs. Participate in the development and implementation of a comprehensive onboarding program for each volunteer position. Support the volunteer training plan. May serve as a Facilitator for all volunteer training coursework. Provide guidance on volunteer programs, tools and resources. Provide support and direction to volunteer trainers and ensures training is thorough and documented. Facilitate formal and informal recognition efforts and events to promote community and honor the volunteer experience and contributions. Assist in identifying partnerships and screening and referring prospective volunteers. Schedule volunteers and assist with efforts to ensure a strong fill rate. Serve as a liaison to internal and external partners to ensure all volunteer requests are timely and complete. WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED (Minimum Qualifications): Education: Bachelor's degree required. Experience: Minimum of 3 years of related experience. Management Experience: N/A Skills & Abilities: Ability to work on a team. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal and presentation skills. Good organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple and continuously evolving priorities effectively. Intermediate proficiency with MS Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Knowledge of group dynamics, customer maintenance techniques, negotiation skills, and the ability to effectively implement programs is preferred. Knowledge of volunteer programs and policies preferred. Travel: Ability to travel to field offices and events. Combination of candidate’s education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description’s minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted). Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The work environment will consist of moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones and printers, light traffic). The employee must have the ability to work in a small cubicle and have the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. BENEFITS FOR YOU: We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn. • Medical, Dental Vision plans • Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts • PTO + Holidays • 401K with 5% match • Paid Family Leave • Employee Assistance • Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term • Service Awards and recognition Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Interested in Volunteering? Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! Job Description: WHY CHOOSE US? As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good. We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference. The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women’s Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions. At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine! WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW This position will be out in the community, working with community partners and organizations to promote American Red Cross opportunities for volunteering and collaboration. By conducting continuous and daily outreach, we are able to expand and build our volunteer capacity to better serve our communities. The ideal candidate would be proactive in making new introductions, building relationships and comfortable being the face of the American Red Cross through public speaking and building a known name. Execute broad-based recruitment strategies to identify and attract volunteers. Screen, refer and assist with placement of prospective volunteers to effectively support goals and ensure placement of sufficient numbers of volunteers to meet operational needs. Provide support, development and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers. Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures and other applicable Federal, State and local regulations. WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD 1: Creatively develop and utilize comprehensive recruitment strategies to meet assigned volunteer recruitment metrics, effectively support goals and ensure placement of sufficient numbers of volunteers to meet operational needs. 2: Conduct general and targeted outreach and recruiting activities to obtain volunteer applicants tracked to referral and approval. 3: Identify, cultivate, and maintain relationships with key volunteer recruitment agencies/organizations, market segments, and populations to create a robust network and strong candidate pipeline for future needs. Partner with assigned staff to strengthen existing relationships, and identify and evaluate prospective volunteer recruitment sources and partnerships. 4: Support the development and ongoing refinement of the Volunteer Recruitment Plan to include both in-person and digital strategies. Assist in evaluating and modifying recruitment strategies based on lessons-learned. 5: Maintain accurate records of all potential and actual volunteer leads through the appropriate tools. Produce status reports. 6: Support volunteer programs and services to meet established goals and objectives. May assist in scheduling and coordinating volunteer orientations, placements, meetings and events. 7. Build and manage a team of outreach volunteers who help support volunteer recruitment activities. Scope: Individual contributor that works under limited supervision. Applies subject matter knowledge; requires capacity to understand specific needs or requirements to apply skills/knowledge. WHAT WOULD GIVE YOU AN EDGE Bilingual Spanish WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED Education: Bachelor's degree required. Experience: Minimum of 3 years of related experience. Management Experience: Volunteer management experience desired. Skills & Abilities: Ability to successfully work on a remote team. Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively. Goal oriented. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal and presentation skills. Detail oriented with good organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple and continuously evolving priorities effectively. Ability to create volunteer recruitment outreach materials. Intermediate proficiency with MS Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Knowledge of group dynamics, customer maintenance techniques, negotiation skills, and the ability to effectively implement programs is preferred. Travel: May involve travel. A current, valid driver's license with good driving record is required. * Combination of candidate’s education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description’s minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted). Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The work environment will consist of moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones and printers, light traffic). The employee must have the ability to work in a small cubicle and have the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. BENEFITS FOR YOU: We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn. • Medical, Dental Vision plans • Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts • PTO + Holidays • 401K with 5% match • Paid Family Leave • Employee Assistance • Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term • Service Awards and recognition Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Interested in Volunteering? Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
Feb 14, 2024
Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! Job Description: WHY CHOOSE US? As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good. We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference. The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women’s Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions. At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine! WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW This position will be out in the community, working with community partners and organizations to promote American Red Cross opportunities for volunteering and collaboration. By conducting continuous and daily outreach, we are able to expand and build our volunteer capacity to better serve our communities. The ideal candidate would be proactive in making new introductions, building relationships and comfortable being the face of the American Red Cross through public speaking and building a known name. Execute broad-based recruitment strategies to identify and attract volunteers. Screen, refer and assist with placement of prospective volunteers to effectively support goals and ensure placement of sufficient numbers of volunteers to meet operational needs. Provide support, development and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers. Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures and other applicable Federal, State and local regulations. WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD 1: Creatively develop and utilize comprehensive recruitment strategies to meet assigned volunteer recruitment metrics, effectively support goals and ensure placement of sufficient numbers of volunteers to meet operational needs. 2: Conduct general and targeted outreach and recruiting activities to obtain volunteer applicants tracked to referral and approval. 3: Identify, cultivate, and maintain relationships with key volunteer recruitment agencies/organizations, market segments, and populations to create a robust network and strong candidate pipeline for future needs. Partner with assigned staff to strengthen existing relationships, and identify and evaluate prospective volunteer recruitment sources and partnerships. 4: Support the development and ongoing refinement of the Volunteer Recruitment Plan to include both in-person and digital strategies. Assist in evaluating and modifying recruitment strategies based on lessons-learned. 5: Maintain accurate records of all potential and actual volunteer leads through the appropriate tools. Produce status reports. 6: Support volunteer programs and services to meet established goals and objectives. May assist in scheduling and coordinating volunteer orientations, placements, meetings and events. 7. Build and manage a team of outreach volunteers who help support volunteer recruitment activities. Scope: Individual contributor that works under limited supervision. Applies subject matter knowledge; requires capacity to understand specific needs or requirements to apply skills/knowledge. WHAT WOULD GIVE YOU AN EDGE Bilingual Spanish WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED Education: Bachelor's degree required. Experience: Minimum of 3 years of related experience. Management Experience: Volunteer management experience desired. Skills & Abilities: Ability to successfully work on a remote team. Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively. Goal oriented. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal and presentation skills. Detail oriented with good organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple and continuously evolving priorities effectively. Ability to create volunteer recruitment outreach materials. Intermediate proficiency with MS Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Knowledge of group dynamics, customer maintenance techniques, negotiation skills, and the ability to effectively implement programs is preferred. Travel: May involve travel. A current, valid driver's license with good driving record is required. * Combination of candidate’s education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description’s minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted). Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The work environment will consist of moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones and printers, light traffic). The employee must have the ability to work in a small cubicle and have the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. BENEFITS FOR YOU: We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn. • Medical, Dental Vision plans • Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts • PTO + Holidays • 401K with 5% match • Paid Family Leave • Employee Assistance • Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term • Service Awards and recognition Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Interested in Volunteering? Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
Summer Day Camp Program Staff
Make a difference in the life of a camper and spend an unforgettable summer working for Girl Scouts of Colorado! Guide, supervise and counsel elementary and middle school aged campers in outdoor program activities at various day camp locations across the Colorado Springs area. Days at camp are filled with hiking, boating, outdoor skills, archery, Girl Scout outdoor badges, team building, camp games, singing and other activities.
Summer day camp is a great way to add work experience and desirable skills to your resume - especially for those pursuing a degree in education or recreation!
As part of our ongoing commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, we're invested in building teams with a wide variety of backgrounds, identities, and experiences. If you have some of the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed and you share Girl Scouts of Colorado's values and support our mission, we encourage you to apply.
Day Camp Site Director General Duties: The Day Camp Site Director will be the lead for all day camp staff and assist with all activities including administrative tasks, childcare licensing site visits, health department inspections, emergency actions and other leadership tasks. Directors will also assist with guiding, supervising, and counseling in the outdoors with elementary age Girl Scouts at local nature parks in the Colorado Springs area throughout the summer to help them gain invaluable experience in outdoor recreation, leadership, confidence and so much more! Activities include but are not limited to hiking, stand-up paddleboarding, canoeing, outdoor skills, archery, Girl Scout outdoor badges, teambuilding, camp games and other activities.
*Tentative* Summer 2024 Work Schedule: Camp sessions are Monday - Thursday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Friday's will be for staff to prepare and practice for the next week of camp.
May 27- 31: Site Director Training Week. May not be a full week.
Jun 3 - 7: Staff Training Week. Additional online training will be added and shared with staff by Mid-May.
Camp Session 1: June 10 - 13, Location TBD
Camp Session 2: June 17 - 20, Location TBD
Camp Session 3: June 24 - 27, Location TBD
Fourth of July Holiday Week: July 1- 5 (No work!)
Camp Session 4: Jul 8 - 11, Location TBD
Camp Session 5: July 15 - 18, Location TBD
Camp Session 6: July 22 - 25, Location TBD
We hope you consider working for Girl Scouts of Colorado Day Camp this summer! Each summer is a life changing experience where you will make a difference in the lives of our members, gain valuable experience and resume skills, make amazing friendships, and have the most fun you can imagine!
PAY RATE This position pays at a rate of $25.00 / hour.
BENEFITS:
Employee Assistance Program - 100% Employer Paid.
Sick Pay in accordance with Colorado Law.
Mileage reimbursement for driving to program locations.
EDUCATION OR FORMAL TRAINING
Must have: (Verified by previous employer letterhead with specific hours and age of children written or unofficial transcripts sent prior to hiring.)
A four-year college degree with a major such as recreation, outdoor education, education, early childhood education, or a subject in the human service field; or
Two years of college training and 6 months (910 hours) of experience, since age 18, in the care and supervision of 4 or more children; or
Three years (5460 hours) of experience in one of the following:
Six semester hours in course work from a regionally accredited university; or
40 hours of training in course work applicable to school-age children.
Experience working in an outdoor program, camp, or educational setting.
Documented training, experience, or certification in applicable outdoor program areas.
Have current, or be willing to obtain, the following certifications through day camp staff training:
CPR/First Aid
Archery, USA Level 1 instructor
Paddle Sports Facilitator
Medical Administrator
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Minimum age requirement 25+
Must be able to pass a criminal background check acceptable to GSCO standards.
Must have at least three years driving experience, a valid driver's license and driving record acceptable to Girl Scout standards.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILL/ABILITIES
Experience working and leading children and adults in an informal outdoor setting.
Experience in developing and facilitating outdoor, environmental or camp programs.
Familiarity with concepts in recreation, environmental education or experiential education.
Familiarity with risk management in an outdoor setting, ability to respond appropriately and direct others in outdoor emergency situations.
Ability to be flexible, adaptable, think quickly under pressure and modify programming design in outdoor situations.
Knowledgeable of the development needs of children and appropriate program engagement and behavior management techniques.
Ability to motivate, develop, inspire, engage, and relate to elementary aged Girl Scouts and staff Program Aides.
Strong communication and leadership skills, including knowledge of mentoring, evaluating, and inspiring youth and adults.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse population of children.
Ability to work outside all day in varying temperatures, including high heat.
Ability to commute to varied work locations in the Colorado Springs area.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Facilitate outdoor and camp programs:
Facilitate high-quality outdoor and camp programming for Girl Scouts that meet the needs of Girl Scouts and fosters the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.
Work with childcare licensing and health department specialists during site visits.
Ensure all regulations are being followed at camp and fix issues that may arise.
Act as the direct contact for pick-up and drop-off for camper families.
Create programming that is exciting, progressive, skill based and inclusive of Girl Scouts of all ages, ability levels and from a variety of backgrounds.
Adapt activities and methods to individual and group needs and abilities, provide opportunities for Girl Scouts to experience variety, challenge, and progression.
Use experiential, Girl Scout-led methods of instruction, and positive group management in accordance with the outdoor program department procedures and the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.
Supervise and mentor Day Camp staff throughout the season.
Be prepared with activities for all types of weather and other changes in the planned program.
Additional administrative tasks as assigned.
Ability to tow an enclosed trailer around Denver Metro area.
Act as the supervising staff person for staff members and campers:
Demonstrate a caring attitude and manner with staff and campers. Act as a role model of Girl Scout values for campers and staff.
Guide Girl Scouts in becoming a group that includes and appreciates all members and honors individuality.
Build appropriate and positive relationships with campers and communicate participant or group issues to Outdoor Programs and Events Manager.
Ensure and assist that all tasks are being completed correctly including gear cleanup/usage and keep a supply list to send to Outdoor Programs and Events manager.
Keep a high level of patience and understanding with campers and other staff during high stress times.
Help resolve any small conflicts with staff and parents or contact manager to assist.
Prevent accidents and injuries through maintaining safety and risk management standards:
Implement Girl Scout, State of Colorado, and American Camp Association safety standards.
Conduct ongoing site inspection for hazards and verify that equipment is in safe condition before each use and is used properly for participants.
Give first-aid care and complete required documentation of care.
Respond to emergencies as appropriate in dynamic outdoor situations.
Participate as a professional member of the GSCO staff in providing effective staff service to the Council:
Be an active member of the Girl Scouts of the U.S.A., demonstrating the principles of the Girl Scout Promise and Law in all activities.
Present a positive image to campers, parents, and volunteers through all interactions.
Participate in staff training, attend staff meetings, participate in the evaluation process, and contribute to the planning of the work of the staff team.
Respect the confidential nature of all information pertaining to staff, volunteers, or campers.
Support the efforts and commitments of Girl Scouts of Colorado around pluralism. Demonstrate sensitivity to racial, ethnic, and social diversity of individuals and groups.
Demonstrate a recognition and understanding of good customer service and maintain constructive relationships with co-workers, members, parents, volunteers, and the community.
Demonstrate responsibility, accountability, and overall maturity of judgment.
For more information about Girl Scouts of Colorado please visit our website Girl Scouts of Colorado
We encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities. Our workplace is inclusive, and we strive to create an accessible and accommodating environment for all employees. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations regarding accommodations for disabilities, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you are invited to interview and require accommodations, please inform us in advance so that we can make the necessary arrangements to ensure a smooth and accessible interview experience. If you have questions about accessibility or need assistance with the application process, please contact Human Resources at careers@gscolorado.org or 877-404-5708. We are here to help.
Girl Scouts of Colorado celebrates diversity and values the strengths that come with having a diverse community. People from historically marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Girl Scouts of Colorado (GSCO) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: GSCO is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at GSCO are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations where we operate. GSCO will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
Feb 05, 2024
Seasonal
Summer Day Camp Program Staff
Make a difference in the life of a camper and spend an unforgettable summer working for Girl Scouts of Colorado! Guide, supervise and counsel elementary and middle school aged campers in outdoor program activities at various day camp locations across the Colorado Springs area. Days at camp are filled with hiking, boating, outdoor skills, archery, Girl Scout outdoor badges, team building, camp games, singing and other activities.
Summer day camp is a great way to add work experience and desirable skills to your resume - especially for those pursuing a degree in education or recreation!
As part of our ongoing commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, we're invested in building teams with a wide variety of backgrounds, identities, and experiences. If you have some of the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed and you share Girl Scouts of Colorado's values and support our mission, we encourage you to apply.
Day Camp Site Director General Duties: The Day Camp Site Director will be the lead for all day camp staff and assist with all activities including administrative tasks, childcare licensing site visits, health department inspections, emergency actions and other leadership tasks. Directors will also assist with guiding, supervising, and counseling in the outdoors with elementary age Girl Scouts at local nature parks in the Colorado Springs area throughout the summer to help them gain invaluable experience in outdoor recreation, leadership, confidence and so much more! Activities include but are not limited to hiking, stand-up paddleboarding, canoeing, outdoor skills, archery, Girl Scout outdoor badges, teambuilding, camp games and other activities.
*Tentative* Summer 2024 Work Schedule: Camp sessions are Monday - Thursday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Friday's will be for staff to prepare and practice for the next week of camp.
May 27- 31: Site Director Training Week. May not be a full week.
Jun 3 - 7: Staff Training Week. Additional online training will be added and shared with staff by Mid-May.
Camp Session 1: June 10 - 13, Location TBD
Camp Session 2: June 17 - 20, Location TBD
Camp Session 3: June 24 - 27, Location TBD
Fourth of July Holiday Week: July 1- 5 (No work!)
Camp Session 4: Jul 8 - 11, Location TBD
Camp Session 5: July 15 - 18, Location TBD
Camp Session 6: July 22 - 25, Location TBD
We hope you consider working for Girl Scouts of Colorado Day Camp this summer! Each summer is a life changing experience where you will make a difference in the lives of our members, gain valuable experience and resume skills, make amazing friendships, and have the most fun you can imagine!
PAY RATE This position pays at a rate of $25.00 / hour.
BENEFITS:
Employee Assistance Program - 100% Employer Paid.
Sick Pay in accordance with Colorado Law.
Mileage reimbursement for driving to program locations.
EDUCATION OR FORMAL TRAINING
Must have: (Verified by previous employer letterhead with specific hours and age of children written or unofficial transcripts sent prior to hiring.)
A four-year college degree with a major such as recreation, outdoor education, education, early childhood education, or a subject in the human service field; or
Two years of college training and 6 months (910 hours) of experience, since age 18, in the care and supervision of 4 or more children; or
Three years (5460 hours) of experience in one of the following:
Six semester hours in course work from a regionally accredited university; or
40 hours of training in course work applicable to school-age children.
Experience working in an outdoor program, camp, or educational setting.
Documented training, experience, or certification in applicable outdoor program areas.
Have current, or be willing to obtain, the following certifications through day camp staff training:
CPR/First Aid
Archery, USA Level 1 instructor
Paddle Sports Facilitator
Medical Administrator
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Minimum age requirement 25+
Must be able to pass a criminal background check acceptable to GSCO standards.
Must have at least three years driving experience, a valid driver's license and driving record acceptable to Girl Scout standards.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILL/ABILITIES
Experience working and leading children and adults in an informal outdoor setting.
Experience in developing and facilitating outdoor, environmental or camp programs.
Familiarity with concepts in recreation, environmental education or experiential education.
Familiarity with risk management in an outdoor setting, ability to respond appropriately and direct others in outdoor emergency situations.
Ability to be flexible, adaptable, think quickly under pressure and modify programming design in outdoor situations.
Knowledgeable of the development needs of children and appropriate program engagement and behavior management techniques.
Ability to motivate, develop, inspire, engage, and relate to elementary aged Girl Scouts and staff Program Aides.
Strong communication and leadership skills, including knowledge of mentoring, evaluating, and inspiring youth and adults.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse population of children.
Ability to work outside all day in varying temperatures, including high heat.
Ability to commute to varied work locations in the Colorado Springs area.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Facilitate outdoor and camp programs:
Facilitate high-quality outdoor and camp programming for Girl Scouts that meet the needs of Girl Scouts and fosters the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.
Work with childcare licensing and health department specialists during site visits.
Ensure all regulations are being followed at camp and fix issues that may arise.
Act as the direct contact for pick-up and drop-off for camper families.
Create programming that is exciting, progressive, skill based and inclusive of Girl Scouts of all ages, ability levels and from a variety of backgrounds.
Adapt activities and methods to individual and group needs and abilities, provide opportunities for Girl Scouts to experience variety, challenge, and progression.
Use experiential, Girl Scout-led methods of instruction, and positive group management in accordance with the outdoor program department procedures and the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.
Supervise and mentor Day Camp staff throughout the season.
Be prepared with activities for all types of weather and other changes in the planned program.
Additional administrative tasks as assigned.
Ability to tow an enclosed trailer around Denver Metro area.
Act as the supervising staff person for staff members and campers:
Demonstrate a caring attitude and manner with staff and campers. Act as a role model of Girl Scout values for campers and staff.
Guide Girl Scouts in becoming a group that includes and appreciates all members and honors individuality.
Build appropriate and positive relationships with campers and communicate participant or group issues to Outdoor Programs and Events Manager.
Ensure and assist that all tasks are being completed correctly including gear cleanup/usage and keep a supply list to send to Outdoor Programs and Events manager.
Keep a high level of patience and understanding with campers and other staff during high stress times.
Help resolve any small conflicts with staff and parents or contact manager to assist.
Prevent accidents and injuries through maintaining safety and risk management standards:
Implement Girl Scout, State of Colorado, and American Camp Association safety standards.
Conduct ongoing site inspection for hazards and verify that equipment is in safe condition before each use and is used properly for participants.
Give first-aid care and complete required documentation of care.
Respond to emergencies as appropriate in dynamic outdoor situations.
Participate as a professional member of the GSCO staff in providing effective staff service to the Council:
Be an active member of the Girl Scouts of the U.S.A., demonstrating the principles of the Girl Scout Promise and Law in all activities.
Present a positive image to campers, parents, and volunteers through all interactions.
Participate in staff training, attend staff meetings, participate in the evaluation process, and contribute to the planning of the work of the staff team.
Respect the confidential nature of all information pertaining to staff, volunteers, or campers.
Support the efforts and commitments of Girl Scouts of Colorado around pluralism. Demonstrate sensitivity to racial, ethnic, and social diversity of individuals and groups.
Demonstrate a recognition and understanding of good customer service and maintain constructive relationships with co-workers, members, parents, volunteers, and the community.
Demonstrate responsibility, accountability, and overall maturity of judgment.
For more information about Girl Scouts of Colorado please visit our website Girl Scouts of Colorado
We encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities. Our workplace is inclusive, and we strive to create an accessible and accommodating environment for all employees. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations regarding accommodations for disabilities, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you are invited to interview and require accommodations, please inform us in advance so that we can make the necessary arrangements to ensure a smooth and accessible interview experience. If you have questions about accessibility or need assistance with the application process, please contact Human Resources at careers@gscolorado.org or 877-404-5708. We are here to help.
Girl Scouts of Colorado celebrates diversity and values the strengths that come with having a diverse community. People from historically marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Girl Scouts of Colorado (GSCO) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: GSCO is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at GSCO are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations where we operate. GSCO will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
Summer Day Camp Program Staff
Make a difference in the life of a camper and spend an unforgettable summer working for Girl Scouts of Colorado! Guide, supervise and counsel elementary and middle school aged campers in outdoor program activities at various day camp locations across the Denver Metro area. Days at camp are filled with hiking, boating, outdoor skills, archery, Girl Scout outdoor badges, team building, camp games, singing and other activities.
Summer day camp is a great way to add work experience and desirable skills to your resume - especially for those pursuing a degree in education or recreation!
As part of our ongoing commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, we're invested in building teams with a wide variety of backgrounds, identities, and experiences. If you have some of the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed and you share Girl Scouts of Colorado's values and support our mission, we encourage you to apply.
Day Camp Site Director General Duties: The Day Camp Site Director will be the lead for all day camp staff and assist with all activities including administrative tasks, childcare licensing site visits, health department inspections, emergency actions and other leadership tasks. Directors will also assist with guiding, supervising, and counseling in the outdoors with elementary age Girl Scouts at local nature parks in the Denver Metro area throughout the summer to help them gain invaluable experience in outdoor recreation, leadership, confidence and so much more! Activities include but are not limited to hiking, stand-up paddleboarding, canoeing, outdoor skills, archery, Girl Scout outdoor badges, teambuilding, camp games and other activities.
Summer 2024 Work Schedule: Camp sessions are Monday - Thursday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Friday's will be for staff to prepare and practice for the next week of camp.
May 27- 31: Site Director Training Week, Denver. May not be a full week.
Jun 3 - 7: Staff Training Week, Denver. Additional online training will be added and shared with staff by Mid-May.
Camp Session 1: June 10 - 13, TBD (Possibly Barr Lake State Park, Brighton)
Camp Session 2: June 17 - 20, TBD (Possibly Barr Lake State Park, Brighton)
Camp Session 3: June 24 - 27, Bear Creek Lake Park, Lakewood
Fourth of July Holiday Week: July 1- 5 (No work!)
Camp Session 4: Jul 8 - 11, Bear Creek Lake Park, Lakewood
Camp Session 5: July 15 - 18, Cherry Creek State Park, Aurora
Camp Session 6: July 22 - 25, Cherry Creek State Park, Aurora
We hope you consider working for Girl Scouts of Colorado Day Camp this summer! Each summer is a life changing experience where you will make a difference in the lives of our members, gain valuable experience and resume skills, make amazing friendships, and have the most fun you can imagine!
PAY RATE This position pays at a rate of $25.00 / hour.
BENEFITS
Employee Assistance Program - 100% Employer Paid.
Sick Pay in accordance with Colorado Law.
Mileage reimbursement for driving to program locations.
EDUCATION OR FORMAL TRAINING
Must have: (Verified by previous employer letterhead with specific hours and age of children written or unofficial transcripts sent prior to hiring.)
A four-year college degree with a major such as recreation, outdoor education, education, early childhood education, or a subject in the human service field; or
Two years of college training and 6 months (910 hours) of experience, since age 18, in the care and supervision of 4 or more children; or
Three years (5460 hours) of experience in one of the following:
Six semester hours in course work from a regionally accredited university; or
40 hours of training in course work applicable to school-age children.
Experience working in an outdoor program, camp, or educational setting.
Documented training, experience, or certification in applicable outdoor program areas.
Have current, or be willing to obtain, the following certifications through day camp staff training:
CPR/First Aid
Archery, USA Level 1 instructor
Paddle Sports Facilitator
Medical Administrator
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Minimum age requirement 25+
Must be able to pass a criminal background check acceptable to GSCO standards.
Must have at least three years driving experience, a valid driver's license and driving record acceptable to Girl Scout standards.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILL/ABILITIES
Experience working and leading children and adults in an informal outdoor setting.
Experience in developing and facilitating outdoor, environmental or camp programs.
Familiarity with concepts in recreation, environmental education or experiential education.
Familiarity with risk management in an outdoor setting, ability to respond appropriately and direct others in outdoor emergency situations.
Ability to be flexible, adaptable, think quickly under pressure and modify programming design in outdoor situations.
Knowledgeable of the development needs of children and appropriate program engagement and behavior management techniques.
Ability to motivate, develop, inspire, engage, and relate to elementary aged Girl Scouts and staff Program Aides.
Strong communication and leadership skills, including knowledge of mentoring, evaluating, and inspiring youth and adults.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse population of children.
Ability to work outside all day in varying temperatures, including high heat.
Ability to commute to varied work locations in the Denver Metro area.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Facilitate outdoor and camp programs:
Facilitate high-quality outdoor and camp programming for Girl Scouts that meet the needs of Girl Scouts and fosters the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.
Work with childcare licensing and health department specialists during site visits.
Ensure all regulations are being followed at camp and fix issues that may arise.
Act as the direct contact for pick-up and drop-off for camper families.
Create programming that is exciting, progressive, skill based and inclusive of Girl Scouts of all ages, ability levels and from a variety of backgrounds.
Adapt activities and methods to individual and group needs and abilities, provide opportunities for Girl Scouts to experience variety, challenge, and progression.
Use experiential, Girl Scout-led methods of instruction, and positive group management in accordance with the outdoor program department procedures and the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.
Supervise and mentor Day Camp staff throughout the season.
Be prepared with activities for all types of weather and other changes in the planned program.
Additional administrative tasks as assigned.
Ability to tow an enclosed trailer around Denver Metro area.
Act as the supervising staff person for staff members and campers:
Demonstrate a caring attitude and manner with staff and campers. Act as a role model of Girl Scout values for campers and staff.
Guide Girl Scouts in becoming a group that includes and appreciates all members and honors individuality.
Build appropriate and positive relationships with campers and communicate participant or group issues to Outdoor Programs and Events Manager.
Ensure and assist that all tasks are being completed correctly including gear cleanup/usage and keep a supply list to send to Outdoor Programs and Events manager.
Keep a high level of patience and understanding with campers and other staff during high stress times.
Help resolve any small conflicts with staff and parents or contact manager to assist.
Prevent accidents and injuries through maintaining safety and risk management standards:
Implement Girl Scout, State of Colorado, and American Camp Association safety standards.
Conduct ongoing site inspection for hazards and verify that equipment is in safe condition before each use and is used properly for participants.
Give first-aid care and complete required documentation of care.
Respond to emergencies as appropriate in dynamic outdoor situations.
Participate as a professional member of the GSCO staff in providing effective staff service to the Council:
Be an active member of the Girl Scouts of the U.S.A., demonstrating the principles of the Girl Scout Promise and Law in all activities.
Present a positive image to campers, parents, and volunteers through all interactions.
Participate in staff training, attend staff meetings, participate in the evaluation process, and contribute to the planning of the work of the staff team.
Respect the confidential nature of all information pertaining to staff, volunteers, or campers.
Support the efforts and commitments of Girl Scouts of Colorado around pluralism. Demonstrate sensitivity to racial, ethnic, and social diversity of individuals and groups.
Demonstrate a recognition and understanding of good customer service and maintain constructive relationships with co-workers, members, parents, volunteers, and the community.
Demonstrate responsibility, accountability, and overall maturity of judgment.
For more information about Girl Scouts of Colorado please visit our website Girl Scouts of Colorado
We encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities. Our workplace is inclusive, and we strive to create an accessible and accommodating environment for all employees. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations regarding accommodations for disabilities, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you are invited to interview and require accommodations, please inform us in advance so that we can make the necessary arrangements to ensure a smooth and accessible interview experience. If you have questions about accessibility or need assistance with the application process, please contact Human Resources at careers@gscolorado.org or 877-404-5708. We are here to help.
Girl Scouts of Colorado celebrates diversity and values the strengths that come with having a diverse community. People from historically marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Girl Scouts of Colorado (GSCO) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: GSCO is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at GSCO are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations where we operate. GSCO will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
Feb 05, 2024
Seasonal
Summer Day Camp Program Staff
Make a difference in the life of a camper and spend an unforgettable summer working for Girl Scouts of Colorado! Guide, supervise and counsel elementary and middle school aged campers in outdoor program activities at various day camp locations across the Denver Metro area. Days at camp are filled with hiking, boating, outdoor skills, archery, Girl Scout outdoor badges, team building, camp games, singing and other activities.
Summer day camp is a great way to add work experience and desirable skills to your resume - especially for those pursuing a degree in education or recreation!
As part of our ongoing commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, we're invested in building teams with a wide variety of backgrounds, identities, and experiences. If you have some of the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed and you share Girl Scouts of Colorado's values and support our mission, we encourage you to apply.
Day Camp Site Director General Duties: The Day Camp Site Director will be the lead for all day camp staff and assist with all activities including administrative tasks, childcare licensing site visits, health department inspections, emergency actions and other leadership tasks. Directors will also assist with guiding, supervising, and counseling in the outdoors with elementary age Girl Scouts at local nature parks in the Denver Metro area throughout the summer to help them gain invaluable experience in outdoor recreation, leadership, confidence and so much more! Activities include but are not limited to hiking, stand-up paddleboarding, canoeing, outdoor skills, archery, Girl Scout outdoor badges, teambuilding, camp games and other activities.
Summer 2024 Work Schedule: Camp sessions are Monday - Thursday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Friday's will be for staff to prepare and practice for the next week of camp.
May 27- 31: Site Director Training Week, Denver. May not be a full week.
Jun 3 - 7: Staff Training Week, Denver. Additional online training will be added and shared with staff by Mid-May.
Camp Session 1: June 10 - 13, TBD (Possibly Barr Lake State Park, Brighton)
Camp Session 2: June 17 - 20, TBD (Possibly Barr Lake State Park, Brighton)
Camp Session 3: June 24 - 27, Bear Creek Lake Park, Lakewood
Fourth of July Holiday Week: July 1- 5 (No work!)
Camp Session 4: Jul 8 - 11, Bear Creek Lake Park, Lakewood
Camp Session 5: July 15 - 18, Cherry Creek State Park, Aurora
Camp Session 6: July 22 - 25, Cherry Creek State Park, Aurora
We hope you consider working for Girl Scouts of Colorado Day Camp this summer! Each summer is a life changing experience where you will make a difference in the lives of our members, gain valuable experience and resume skills, make amazing friendships, and have the most fun you can imagine!
PAY RATE This position pays at a rate of $25.00 / hour.
BENEFITS
Employee Assistance Program - 100% Employer Paid.
Sick Pay in accordance with Colorado Law.
Mileage reimbursement for driving to program locations.
EDUCATION OR FORMAL TRAINING
Must have: (Verified by previous employer letterhead with specific hours and age of children written or unofficial transcripts sent prior to hiring.)
A four-year college degree with a major such as recreation, outdoor education, education, early childhood education, or a subject in the human service field; or
Two years of college training and 6 months (910 hours) of experience, since age 18, in the care and supervision of 4 or more children; or
Three years (5460 hours) of experience in one of the following:
Six semester hours in course work from a regionally accredited university; or
40 hours of training in course work applicable to school-age children.
Experience working in an outdoor program, camp, or educational setting.
Documented training, experience, or certification in applicable outdoor program areas.
Have current, or be willing to obtain, the following certifications through day camp staff training:
CPR/First Aid
Archery, USA Level 1 instructor
Paddle Sports Facilitator
Medical Administrator
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Minimum age requirement 25+
Must be able to pass a criminal background check acceptable to GSCO standards.
Must have at least three years driving experience, a valid driver's license and driving record acceptable to Girl Scout standards.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILL/ABILITIES
Experience working and leading children and adults in an informal outdoor setting.
Experience in developing and facilitating outdoor, environmental or camp programs.
Familiarity with concepts in recreation, environmental education or experiential education.
Familiarity with risk management in an outdoor setting, ability to respond appropriately and direct others in outdoor emergency situations.
Ability to be flexible, adaptable, think quickly under pressure and modify programming design in outdoor situations.
Knowledgeable of the development needs of children and appropriate program engagement and behavior management techniques.
Ability to motivate, develop, inspire, engage, and relate to elementary aged Girl Scouts and staff Program Aides.
Strong communication and leadership skills, including knowledge of mentoring, evaluating, and inspiring youth and adults.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse population of children.
Ability to work outside all day in varying temperatures, including high heat.
Ability to commute to varied work locations in the Denver Metro area.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Facilitate outdoor and camp programs:
Facilitate high-quality outdoor and camp programming for Girl Scouts that meet the needs of Girl Scouts and fosters the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.
Work with childcare licensing and health department specialists during site visits.
Ensure all regulations are being followed at camp and fix issues that may arise.
Act as the direct contact for pick-up and drop-off for camper families.
Create programming that is exciting, progressive, skill based and inclusive of Girl Scouts of all ages, ability levels and from a variety of backgrounds.
Adapt activities and methods to individual and group needs and abilities, provide opportunities for Girl Scouts to experience variety, challenge, and progression.
Use experiential, Girl Scout-led methods of instruction, and positive group management in accordance with the outdoor program department procedures and the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.
Supervise and mentor Day Camp staff throughout the season.
Be prepared with activities for all types of weather and other changes in the planned program.
Additional administrative tasks as assigned.
Ability to tow an enclosed trailer around Denver Metro area.
Act as the supervising staff person for staff members and campers:
Demonstrate a caring attitude and manner with staff and campers. Act as a role model of Girl Scout values for campers and staff.
Guide Girl Scouts in becoming a group that includes and appreciates all members and honors individuality.
Build appropriate and positive relationships with campers and communicate participant or group issues to Outdoor Programs and Events Manager.
Ensure and assist that all tasks are being completed correctly including gear cleanup/usage and keep a supply list to send to Outdoor Programs and Events manager.
Keep a high level of patience and understanding with campers and other staff during high stress times.
Help resolve any small conflicts with staff and parents or contact manager to assist.
Prevent accidents and injuries through maintaining safety and risk management standards:
Implement Girl Scout, State of Colorado, and American Camp Association safety standards.
Conduct ongoing site inspection for hazards and verify that equipment is in safe condition before each use and is used properly for participants.
Give first-aid care and complete required documentation of care.
Respond to emergencies as appropriate in dynamic outdoor situations.
Participate as a professional member of the GSCO staff in providing effective staff service to the Council:
Be an active member of the Girl Scouts of the U.S.A., demonstrating the principles of the Girl Scout Promise and Law in all activities.
Present a positive image to campers, parents, and volunteers through all interactions.
Participate in staff training, attend staff meetings, participate in the evaluation process, and contribute to the planning of the work of the staff team.
Respect the confidential nature of all information pertaining to staff, volunteers, or campers.
Support the efforts and commitments of Girl Scouts of Colorado around pluralism. Demonstrate sensitivity to racial, ethnic, and social diversity of individuals and groups.
Demonstrate a recognition and understanding of good customer service and maintain constructive relationships with co-workers, members, parents, volunteers, and the community.
Demonstrate responsibility, accountability, and overall maturity of judgment.
For more information about Girl Scouts of Colorado please visit our website Girl Scouts of Colorado
We encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities. Our workplace is inclusive, and we strive to create an accessible and accommodating environment for all employees. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations regarding accommodations for disabilities, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you are invited to interview and require accommodations, please inform us in advance so that we can make the necessary arrangements to ensure a smooth and accessible interview experience. If you have questions about accessibility or need assistance with the application process, please contact Human Resources at careers@gscolorado.org or 877-404-5708. We are here to help.
Girl Scouts of Colorado celebrates diversity and values the strengths that come with having a diverse community. People from historically marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Girl Scouts of Colorado (GSCO) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: GSCO is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at GSCO are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations where we operate. GSCO will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
WHO WE ARE
The Humane League (THL) is a global nonprofit ending the abuse of animals raised for food. THL fosters a high-energy culture of teamwork and mission-driven problem solving, and we have earned recognition as Top Charity from Animal Charity Evaluators for all of their rating periods. Over the past few years, we’ve grown to a staff of 100+ talented individuals dispersed across the country and around the world. At The Humane League (THL), how animals are treated in the food system is at the forefront of our everyday work. As such, many of our staff are vegan by personal choice, and all of our THL-hosted events offer fully vegan menus. We welcome all mission-aligned candidates to apply, no matter where you are in your journey to end the abuse of animals raised for food.
YOUR OPPORTUNITY
In 2022, The Humane League launched the Animal Policy Alliance (APA), a national network of state and local animal protection and food policy advocacy groups in the US that include animals raised for food among their legislative priorities. Their mission is to unite to end large scale animal cruelty through policy change. To accomplish this mission, the APA works to facilitate sharing of resources and best practices, provide trainings, develop and coordinate strategies for public policy campaigns and provide the capacity building and support necessary for those strategies to succeed.
As the Animal Policy Alliance Program Specialist, you will play a key role in supporting the growth and operation of the APA. You will be accountable for working as part of a small team to develop and oversee the Alliance’s member support and recruitment strategies, coordinate and implement the development of resources and trainings, coordinate APA members around strategic policy objectives, and publicly represent the Alliance. This position reports directly to the Director of Public Policy.
This is a full-time, remote position. This position requires domestic travel for an annual staff retreat, conferences, and to meet with alliance members, this is equivalent to approximately 3-6 trips per year.
We are only able to consider applicants who reside in the United States and possess United States work authorization.
We will be holding a webinar on January 30, 2024 at 5:00pm PT/6:00pm MT/7:00pm CT/8:00pm ET for you to find out more about the role and ask any questions you may have. The webinar will be hosted by Gabriel Wildgen, Director of Public Policy and Michelle Strickland-Kucerak, SVP, Programs and Public Polciy. If you’re interested, please register here . As a webinar, you’ll only be able to see the presenter and not others watching. The webinar will be recorded and available here by February 1, 2024.
Your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Alliance Development and Support
Plays a lead role in developing executing the Alliance’s member support strategies, including hosting various events, trainings, mentorship programs, webinars, and other resources that will improve member group’s ability to effectively grow their political power and advocate for legislative change for animals raised for food.
Establishes and maintains relationships with APA member groups while employing a high level of emotional intelligence. This includes fielding incoming communications and sending updates to coalition members.
Advises on and contributes to the development of the APA website, and updates the website as needed. This includes supporting the development and maintenance of a resources database for local and state-level animal protection groups that will be hosted on the Alliance website. This database will include but not be limited to templates for legislative fact sheets, lobbying materials, action alert templates, capacity-building tools, and links to external resources.
Onboards member groups, including adding them to APA communication platforms, uploads member data, provides access to resource databases as well as other supporting materials and services.
In partnership with colleagues on the THL Public Policy team, supports the coordination of member groups around local, state and national public policy campaigns.
Assists as needed in the operation of a grant program for Alliance members, including communications with members about grants.
Uses and manages Salesforce to facilitate APA CRM.
Plays a key role in evaluating member groups’ capacity, capabilities, and needs. This includes collecting, organizing, and maintaining documentation and data on Alliance member groups.
Supports the launch of new organizations that will be members of the APA.
Communications
Manages communications platforms for the Alliance, including Google Groups and potentially Slack; maintains and updates communications protocols for the Alliance.
Curates content for and drafts a monthly newsletter for APA members.
Events
In partnership with THL event planning staff, plans and implements the APA’s annual national summit, webinars, and training events, including development, procurement of content and recruitment of speakers for these events.
Recruits experts and manages contract work with them in developing specialized public policy advocacy trainings and webinars.
Plans and facilitates strategic discussions at the annual APA Summit, as well as on APA conference calls, Google Group communications, and online APA chat forums such as Slack.
Other Responsibilities
Eventually supports the work of a (yet to be established) 501(c)(4) advocacy entity affiliated with THL and Alliance members’ public policy work. This will include tracking all time spent working on tasks for the 501(c)(4).
Tracks and reports time supporting the planning and coordination of lobbying activities, and potentially registers as a lobbyist, where applicable.
Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written; ability to communicate directly and respectfully with colleagues and external stakeholders. Exceptional listening skills and the ability to effectively communicate information to ensure comprehension and prevent or resolve disputes
Share The Humane League's dedication to increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the animal protection movement.
Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess most, if not all the following qualities, skills, and characteristics:
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of professional or non-professional experience in positions related to public policy and/or animal protection advocacy, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. Some level of experience in event planning. Demonstrated knowledge and comprehension or legislative and regulatory processes.
Interpersonal Skills: Outstanding relationship-building and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate directly and respectfully with colleagues and engage with a wide range of stakeholders and cultures, with a track record of effective external partnerships.
Adaptability: Willingness to adjust plans in response to shifting strategic priorities, new roles and responsibilities, new systems and technologies, process improvements, and policy changes. Ability to quickly problem-solve and pivot to meet the demands of any given situation
Project Management: Solid organization and project management skills with the ability to develop complex projects, plan backwards, and ensure quality end-results are delivered on or ahead of scheduled, without crises.
Highly proficient in using contemporary office software applications. Demonstrated ability to learn new software quickly and objectively.
* This position will close on Thursday, February 8, 2024 at 1:00pm PDT/2:00pm MDT/3:00pm CDT/4:00pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted; if you are experiencing technical issues, please contact careers@thehumaneleague.org prior to the deadline. Please submit applications and all supporting documents in English.
The initial application review will happen after the application closing date above. Once your application has been reviewed, you will be notified via email with further details on the status of your application. If a candidate is moved forward, the interview process will be as follows:
Phone Interview (via phone)
Work Simulation Exercise (completed remotely)
First Interview (via video call)
Final Interview (via video call)
Reference Check
Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this role is $65,493 - $80,047. At The Humane League, we believe in maintaining a fair and equitable work environment for all employees. As part of our commitment to transparency and equity, we recently implemented a job architecture framework, which levels all of our roles according to size and complexity, as well as a compensation step system, which allows us to account for an individual's total years of related experience when determining their compensation. In addition, we have adopted a no negotiation policy for salaries. To determine a job's level, we carefully consider a variety of factors, including a job's size and complexity, required experience, knowledge, and/or skills, internal comparability, and market data. To determine final compensation, experience will be measured by considering prior work in jobs or activities that are related to the role at THL. These new practices are aligned with our organizational values and will help us ensure we maintain clear, consistent, transparent, and equitable HR processes.
Employees enjoy full medical coverage, optional dental and vision packages, a 401(k) retirement plan, pet care & Rx discount plans, working from home, up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for eligible employees, paid holidays, flexible vacation time, professional development, and the supportive environment at The Humane League!
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Humane League is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with laws and in furtherance of our commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.
Accommodations
The Humane League is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. We trust individuals to self-identify and ask for the accommodations they need. An example of an accommodation might be extra time to complete a work simulation exercise, among many others. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please complete this form to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
AI Policy
We value original work and thought in the application process; with that being said, please refrain from using artificial intelligence to generate your responses. By submitting this application you agree to comply with this. Violations of this policy may result in being dismissed from the hiring process. If you need a reasonable accommodation to this policy, please see above for more information.
Jan 19, 2024
Full time
WHO WE ARE
The Humane League (THL) is a global nonprofit ending the abuse of animals raised for food. THL fosters a high-energy culture of teamwork and mission-driven problem solving, and we have earned recognition as Top Charity from Animal Charity Evaluators for all of their rating periods. Over the past few years, we’ve grown to a staff of 100+ talented individuals dispersed across the country and around the world. At The Humane League (THL), how animals are treated in the food system is at the forefront of our everyday work. As such, many of our staff are vegan by personal choice, and all of our THL-hosted events offer fully vegan menus. We welcome all mission-aligned candidates to apply, no matter where you are in your journey to end the abuse of animals raised for food.
YOUR OPPORTUNITY
In 2022, The Humane League launched the Animal Policy Alliance (APA), a national network of state and local animal protection and food policy advocacy groups in the US that include animals raised for food among their legislative priorities. Their mission is to unite to end large scale animal cruelty through policy change. To accomplish this mission, the APA works to facilitate sharing of resources and best practices, provide trainings, develop and coordinate strategies for public policy campaigns and provide the capacity building and support necessary for those strategies to succeed.
As the Animal Policy Alliance Program Specialist, you will play a key role in supporting the growth and operation of the APA. You will be accountable for working as part of a small team to develop and oversee the Alliance’s member support and recruitment strategies, coordinate and implement the development of resources and trainings, coordinate APA members around strategic policy objectives, and publicly represent the Alliance. This position reports directly to the Director of Public Policy.
This is a full-time, remote position. This position requires domestic travel for an annual staff retreat, conferences, and to meet with alliance members, this is equivalent to approximately 3-6 trips per year.
We are only able to consider applicants who reside in the United States and possess United States work authorization.
We will be holding a webinar on January 30, 2024 at 5:00pm PT/6:00pm MT/7:00pm CT/8:00pm ET for you to find out more about the role and ask any questions you may have. The webinar will be hosted by Gabriel Wildgen, Director of Public Policy and Michelle Strickland-Kucerak, SVP, Programs and Public Polciy. If you’re interested, please register here . As a webinar, you’ll only be able to see the presenter and not others watching. The webinar will be recorded and available here by February 1, 2024.
Your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Alliance Development and Support
Plays a lead role in developing executing the Alliance’s member support strategies, including hosting various events, trainings, mentorship programs, webinars, and other resources that will improve member group’s ability to effectively grow their political power and advocate for legislative change for animals raised for food.
Establishes and maintains relationships with APA member groups while employing a high level of emotional intelligence. This includes fielding incoming communications and sending updates to coalition members.
Advises on and contributes to the development of the APA website, and updates the website as needed. This includes supporting the development and maintenance of a resources database for local and state-level animal protection groups that will be hosted on the Alliance website. This database will include but not be limited to templates for legislative fact sheets, lobbying materials, action alert templates, capacity-building tools, and links to external resources.
Onboards member groups, including adding them to APA communication platforms, uploads member data, provides access to resource databases as well as other supporting materials and services.
In partnership with colleagues on the THL Public Policy team, supports the coordination of member groups around local, state and national public policy campaigns.
Assists as needed in the operation of a grant program for Alliance members, including communications with members about grants.
Uses and manages Salesforce to facilitate APA CRM.
Plays a key role in evaluating member groups’ capacity, capabilities, and needs. This includes collecting, organizing, and maintaining documentation and data on Alliance member groups.
Supports the launch of new organizations that will be members of the APA.
Communications
Manages communications platforms for the Alliance, including Google Groups and potentially Slack; maintains and updates communications protocols for the Alliance.
Curates content for and drafts a monthly newsletter for APA members.
Events
In partnership with THL event planning staff, plans and implements the APA’s annual national summit, webinars, and training events, including development, procurement of content and recruitment of speakers for these events.
Recruits experts and manages contract work with them in developing specialized public policy advocacy trainings and webinars.
Plans and facilitates strategic discussions at the annual APA Summit, as well as on APA conference calls, Google Group communications, and online APA chat forums such as Slack.
Other Responsibilities
Eventually supports the work of a (yet to be established) 501(c)(4) advocacy entity affiliated with THL and Alliance members’ public policy work. This will include tracking all time spent working on tasks for the 501(c)(4).
Tracks and reports time supporting the planning and coordination of lobbying activities, and potentially registers as a lobbyist, where applicable.
Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written; ability to communicate directly and respectfully with colleagues and external stakeholders. Exceptional listening skills and the ability to effectively communicate information to ensure comprehension and prevent or resolve disputes
Share The Humane League's dedication to increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the animal protection movement.
Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess most, if not all the following qualities, skills, and characteristics:
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of professional or non-professional experience in positions related to public policy and/or animal protection advocacy, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. Some level of experience in event planning. Demonstrated knowledge and comprehension or legislative and regulatory processes.
Interpersonal Skills: Outstanding relationship-building and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate directly and respectfully with colleagues and engage with a wide range of stakeholders and cultures, with a track record of effective external partnerships.
Adaptability: Willingness to adjust plans in response to shifting strategic priorities, new roles and responsibilities, new systems and technologies, process improvements, and policy changes. Ability to quickly problem-solve and pivot to meet the demands of any given situation
Project Management: Solid organization and project management skills with the ability to develop complex projects, plan backwards, and ensure quality end-results are delivered on or ahead of scheduled, without crises.
Highly proficient in using contemporary office software applications. Demonstrated ability to learn new software quickly and objectively.
* This position will close on Thursday, February 8, 2024 at 1:00pm PDT/2:00pm MDT/3:00pm CDT/4:00pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted; if you are experiencing technical issues, please contact careers@thehumaneleague.org prior to the deadline. Please submit applications and all supporting documents in English.
The initial application review will happen after the application closing date above. Once your application has been reviewed, you will be notified via email with further details on the status of your application. If a candidate is moved forward, the interview process will be as follows:
Phone Interview (via phone)
Work Simulation Exercise (completed remotely)
First Interview (via video call)
Final Interview (via video call)
Reference Check
Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this role is $65,493 - $80,047. At The Humane League, we believe in maintaining a fair and equitable work environment for all employees. As part of our commitment to transparency and equity, we recently implemented a job architecture framework, which levels all of our roles according to size and complexity, as well as a compensation step system, which allows us to account for an individual's total years of related experience when determining their compensation. In addition, we have adopted a no negotiation policy for salaries. To determine a job's level, we carefully consider a variety of factors, including a job's size and complexity, required experience, knowledge, and/or skills, internal comparability, and market data. To determine final compensation, experience will be measured by considering prior work in jobs or activities that are related to the role at THL. These new practices are aligned with our organizational values and will help us ensure we maintain clear, consistent, transparent, and equitable HR processes.
Employees enjoy full medical coverage, optional dental and vision packages, a 401(k) retirement plan, pet care & Rx discount plans, working from home, up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for eligible employees, paid holidays, flexible vacation time, professional development, and the supportive environment at The Humane League!
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Humane League is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with laws and in furtherance of our commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.
Accommodations
The Humane League is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. We trust individuals to self-identify and ask for the accommodations they need. An example of an accommodation might be extra time to complete a work simulation exercise, among many others. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please complete this form to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
AI Policy
We value original work and thought in the application process; with that being said, please refrain from using artificial intelligence to generate your responses. By submitting this application you agree to comply with this. Violations of this policy may result in being dismissed from the hiring process. If you need a reasonable accommodation to this policy, please see above for more information.