locationsPublic Service Center time typeFull time posted onPosted Today job requisition idR003098
Job Summary
Plans, coordinates and administers a specific program within a designated department. Assigned programs typically involve heavy administrative components and require a single incumbent to administer. Responsibilities include project/task planning, design, recommendation, implementation and day to day administration of program responsibilities.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Program Assistant positions typically require a job related degree or three to five years of experience related to the specialized area. Depending on area of assignment, a degree may substitute for some or all of the required experience.
Knowledge of: Applicable computer applications/technology, principles and practices of public sector organization and some specifics relating to program operations; planning, scheduling, monitoring and problem solving; research techniques and data analysis; budget tracking, justification and control; application of County state and federal laws and regulation relevant to the program/project area; departmental policies and procedures, trends and practices within the specialized area.
Ability to: Effectively coordinate, work to others; carry out policy directives of management in an effective and timely manner; establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, other governmental jurisdictions, contractors, and other County staff; communicate and express ideas effectively, orally and in writing.
SELECTION PROCESS:
If you wish to upload a resume or other documents: Resumes and documents must be attached together in the ‘Resume Upload’ section of the application. Multiple files are allowed, but all applicant attachments must be uploaded simultaneously, as there is no way to edit or append uploaded materials after submitting the application.
Application Review (Pass/Fail) – An online application is required. Attaching a resume does not substitute for a completed application; incomplete applications will not pass the application review. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.
Practical Exam (Pass/Fail) – This recruitment may require a practical exam which will be job related and may include, but not be limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.
Oral Interview – The interview will be job related and may include, but not be limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Top candidate(s) will continue in the process.
Employment References will be conducted for the final candidates and may include verification of education.
It is the general policy of the County that new employees should be hired at the lower steps of the applicable range and advance through the range at the normal progression.
Position will remain open until filled.
Examples of Duties
Duties may include but are not limited to the following:
Prepares recommendations regarding direction of program.
Plans, organizes and administers specific program(s), services and activities as assigned program; develops and implements new elements to assigned program.
Makes recommendations in defining program goals and objectives; recommends methods and means of accomplishing objectives; works within established policies and procedures.
Researches and analyzes data relating to assigned program, recommends modification of procedures.
Works within established budgets and contracts with outside agencies and other governmental agencies; works within program guidelines and requirements.
Prepares reports on program performance, needs, services information and contributes to the evaluation of program performance.
Coordinates activities with those of other related programs, departments or agencies; works through controversial issues, relying on manager’s assistance to resolve significant issues.
Delegates to or coordinates support staff connected to the program; provides information and possible recommendations to manager if work performance problems arise.
May assist manager with coordinating and assigning work activities and small projects; monitors workflow; reviews and monitors work products, methods and procedures.
Additional Duties specific to department may include:
Support for Clark County Planning Commission:
Manages PC docket, prepares legals and agendas, pays stipends, schedules & attends hearings & work sessions. Works closely with Director, PC Members, court reporter, staff members, CVTV staff, citizens & Council staff. Manages Planning Commission Webpage. Fields questions from the public
Planning Commission Recruitments: Participates with Councilor’s & Communications Office on recruitment of PC members. Schedules training and other meetings with new members
Annual Report: Gathers data from planners and creates Annual Report
Public Records Disclosure & Records Management
Gov/QA
E-Discovery System
Ensures Community Planning metrics are met
Works closely with Central Records on transmittal & archival of old records
OnBase Management & Special Projects for the PA’s Office
Oversite of litigation projects related to Community Planning for PA’s office and creation of webpage for attorneys
Metz Database
Oversight of Metz database used to send out public notifications to large groups of citizens
Workday: Processes invoices, adds contracts; runs financial reports. Works with Financial Management on JV’s, grants, and contracts
Budget & Financial Management: Works with Budget Office on Questica system; Prepares MOU with Public Works & runs monthly reports
Software Knowledge
Webpage/Drupal; Excel; Crystal Report Writing; Word; Power Point; Workday; Gov/QA; E-Discovery
Questica; WebEx, Metz database, Workday
Webpage:
Knowledge of Drupal software; updates Dept. webpage, as needed
Salary Grade
M3.7
Salary Range
$25.73 - $34.74- per hour
For complete job announcement, application requirements, and to apply on-line (applications on external sites are not monitored), please visit our website at:
https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county
Apr 10, 2024
Full time
locationsPublic Service Center time typeFull time posted onPosted Today job requisition idR003098
Job Summary
Plans, coordinates and administers a specific program within a designated department. Assigned programs typically involve heavy administrative components and require a single incumbent to administer. Responsibilities include project/task planning, design, recommendation, implementation and day to day administration of program responsibilities.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Program Assistant positions typically require a job related degree or three to five years of experience related to the specialized area. Depending on area of assignment, a degree may substitute for some or all of the required experience.
Knowledge of: Applicable computer applications/technology, principles and practices of public sector organization and some specifics relating to program operations; planning, scheduling, monitoring and problem solving; research techniques and data analysis; budget tracking, justification and control; application of County state and federal laws and regulation relevant to the program/project area; departmental policies and procedures, trends and practices within the specialized area.
Ability to: Effectively coordinate, work to others; carry out policy directives of management in an effective and timely manner; establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, other governmental jurisdictions, contractors, and other County staff; communicate and express ideas effectively, orally and in writing.
SELECTION PROCESS:
If you wish to upload a resume or other documents: Resumes and documents must be attached together in the ‘Resume Upload’ section of the application. Multiple files are allowed, but all applicant attachments must be uploaded simultaneously, as there is no way to edit or append uploaded materials after submitting the application.
Application Review (Pass/Fail) – An online application is required. Attaching a resume does not substitute for a completed application; incomplete applications will not pass the application review. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.
Practical Exam (Pass/Fail) – This recruitment may require a practical exam which will be job related and may include, but not be limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.
Oral Interview – The interview will be job related and may include, but not be limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Top candidate(s) will continue in the process.
Employment References will be conducted for the final candidates and may include verification of education.
It is the general policy of the County that new employees should be hired at the lower steps of the applicable range and advance through the range at the normal progression.
Position will remain open until filled.
Examples of Duties
Duties may include but are not limited to the following:
Prepares recommendations regarding direction of program.
Plans, organizes and administers specific program(s), services and activities as assigned program; develops and implements new elements to assigned program.
Makes recommendations in defining program goals and objectives; recommends methods and means of accomplishing objectives; works within established policies and procedures.
Researches and analyzes data relating to assigned program, recommends modification of procedures.
Works within established budgets and contracts with outside agencies and other governmental agencies; works within program guidelines and requirements.
Prepares reports on program performance, needs, services information and contributes to the evaluation of program performance.
Coordinates activities with those of other related programs, departments or agencies; works through controversial issues, relying on manager’s assistance to resolve significant issues.
Delegates to or coordinates support staff connected to the program; provides information and possible recommendations to manager if work performance problems arise.
May assist manager with coordinating and assigning work activities and small projects; monitors workflow; reviews and monitors work products, methods and procedures.
Additional Duties specific to department may include:
Support for Clark County Planning Commission:
Manages PC docket, prepares legals and agendas, pays stipends, schedules & attends hearings & work sessions. Works closely with Director, PC Members, court reporter, staff members, CVTV staff, citizens & Council staff. Manages Planning Commission Webpage. Fields questions from the public
Planning Commission Recruitments: Participates with Councilor’s & Communications Office on recruitment of PC members. Schedules training and other meetings with new members
Annual Report: Gathers data from planners and creates Annual Report
Public Records Disclosure & Records Management
Gov/QA
E-Discovery System
Ensures Community Planning metrics are met
Works closely with Central Records on transmittal & archival of old records
OnBase Management & Special Projects for the PA’s Office
Oversite of litigation projects related to Community Planning for PA’s office and creation of webpage for attorneys
Metz Database
Oversight of Metz database used to send out public notifications to large groups of citizens
Workday: Processes invoices, adds contracts; runs financial reports. Works with Financial Management on JV’s, grants, and contracts
Budget & Financial Management: Works with Budget Office on Questica system; Prepares MOU with Public Works & runs monthly reports
Software Knowledge
Webpage/Drupal; Excel; Crystal Report Writing; Word; Power Point; Workday; Gov/QA; E-Discovery
Questica; WebEx, Metz database, Workday
Webpage:
Knowledge of Drupal software; updates Dept. webpage, as needed
Salary Grade
M3.7
Salary Range
$25.73 - $34.74- per hour
For complete job announcement, application requirements, and to apply on-line (applications on external sites are not monitored), please visit our website at:
https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county
The College of Charleston
Charleston, South Carolina
Director of Sustainability (Re-Announcement)
Posting Details
POSTING INFORMATION
Internal Title
Director of Sustainability (Re-Announcement)
Position Type
Classified
Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration
Non-Faculty
Pay Band
6
Level
4
Department
Center for Sustainability
Job Purpose
The Director of Sustainability provides guidance and vision for the Center for Sustainable Development ( CSD ) by fulfilling the College’s goal of fostering a culture of innovation to support sustainable solutions. This position is responsible for strategic development and operational management of the CSD . This position manages the Associate Director, Zero Waste Manager, as well as well as student graduate assistants and interns that work in the office. The Center for Sustainable Development Manager will work closely with stakeholders across the organization and community, as well as the other department heads within Facilities Management.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree related to environmental science, environmental studies, sustainability or directly related fields and three (3) to five (5) years of work experience leading sustainability initiatives for a large organization. Master’s degree related to environmental science, environmental studies, sustainability or directly related field is preferred. Proven experience in higher education leading sustainability programming is desired. LEED Accredited Professional or closely related sustainability credentials is also preferred. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must have advanced knowledge and proficiency of the various aspects of sustainability on a large college campus. A demonstrated ability to identify and formulate long-term sustainability direction and goals with the ability to translate these long-term goals into short-term action items and operational activities is required. A cooperative and collaborative leadership style that emphasizes inclusion, integrity, honesty, openness and fairness is required. Must have leadership and management experience and skills focused around program development and execution, as well as, demonstrated ability to work across silos and between multiple entities to achieve stated goals or objectives is required. Strong customer service orientation and a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships throughout the College with a diverse student body, faculty, staff and the Charleston community is also required. Must have a working knowledge in all Microsoft Office Suite, Google programs, Canva, social media outlets and MailChimp. Demonstrated excellence in communicating complex or technical information verbally and in writing is preferred. Demonstrated skills in effective management and team building, as well as, strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills is desired. Must have skills in exercising a high degree of initiative, judgment, discretion and decision-making to achieve organizational objectives.
Additional Comments Regarding Position
Must have willingness and ability to work occasional evening and weekend hours.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.
Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.
All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu .
Salary
*$52,706 - $75,000
Posting Date
02/27/2024
Closing Date
03/12/2024
Benefits
Insurance: Health/Dental/Vision
Life Insurance
Paid Leave: Sick/Annual/Parental
Retirement
Long Term Disability
Paid Holidays
Free CARTA Bus Service
Employee Tuition Assistance Program ( ETAP )
Employee Assistance Program ( EAP )
Full Benefits Package – Click Here
Open Until Filled
No
Posting Number
2024031
EEO Statement
The College of Charleston is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or disability.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/15064
Job Duties
Job Duties
Activity
1. Responsible for management and oversight of the Center for Sustainable Development’s key programs, including developing, implementing and evaluating programs or projects that will assist in achieving the stated goals in the Sustainability Action Plan. Develops action plans to support the four pillars of the SAP , including a Climate Action Plan and Zero Waste Action Plan. Oversees and manages the Cougar Changemaker (Ecollective) fund. Assists in planning and executing sustainability-related events throughout the year.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
40
Activity
2. Provides leadership, management and administration of the Center for Sustainable Development including the management of staff, finances, equipment and the effective implementation of programs and policies. Responsible for management and oversight of the Center’s staff, financial and operational needs, including supervising the Associate Director, Zero Waste Manager, and other key personnel. Manages yearly budgeting, procurement and other financial requirements for the Center.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
20
Activity
3. Monitors, tracks and reports on the College’s progress towards achieving campus sustainability goals. Responsible for coordinating and completing the campus programs using AASHE STARS and Second Nature. Publicizes efforts of the campus through website updates/maintenance, working with College Marketing, using outlets such as Yammer and other publications or communications as needed. Provides annual reporting on the Center’s efforts, including how Cougar Changemaker funds were used.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
10
Activity
4. Creates partnerships with other departments on campus that will lead to effective implementation of sustainability project goals and objectives. This includes working closely with the QEP Director and other faculty members to continue to support sustainability literacy programming and training. Collaborates with other key campus stakeholders such as Residence Life, Housing, Dining Services, Academic Affairs, Parking Services and others.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
10
Activity
5. Fosters experiential learning opportunities for student interns and volunteers each semester. This includes developing and implementing new student engagement opportunities with the Center, as well as maintaining and supporting the ongoing internship program. Engages students, faculty and staff in sustainability activities and operations.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
10
Activity
6. Acts as a College representative on campus and community sustainability committees. Develops a College sustainability committee with diverse representation from the student body, faculty and staff. Liaises with colleagues at MUSC and the Citadel to stay apprised of larger community sustainability initiatives and opportunities. Serves on campus master planning committees.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
10
Feb 29, 2024
Full time
Director of Sustainability (Re-Announcement)
Posting Details
POSTING INFORMATION
Internal Title
Director of Sustainability (Re-Announcement)
Position Type
Classified
Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration
Non-Faculty
Pay Band
6
Level
4
Department
Center for Sustainability
Job Purpose
The Director of Sustainability provides guidance and vision for the Center for Sustainable Development ( CSD ) by fulfilling the College’s goal of fostering a culture of innovation to support sustainable solutions. This position is responsible for strategic development and operational management of the CSD . This position manages the Associate Director, Zero Waste Manager, as well as well as student graduate assistants and interns that work in the office. The Center for Sustainable Development Manager will work closely with stakeholders across the organization and community, as well as the other department heads within Facilities Management.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree related to environmental science, environmental studies, sustainability or directly related fields and three (3) to five (5) years of work experience leading sustainability initiatives for a large organization. Master’s degree related to environmental science, environmental studies, sustainability or directly related field is preferred. Proven experience in higher education leading sustainability programming is desired. LEED Accredited Professional or closely related sustainability credentials is also preferred. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must have advanced knowledge and proficiency of the various aspects of sustainability on a large college campus. A demonstrated ability to identify and formulate long-term sustainability direction and goals with the ability to translate these long-term goals into short-term action items and operational activities is required. A cooperative and collaborative leadership style that emphasizes inclusion, integrity, honesty, openness and fairness is required. Must have leadership and management experience and skills focused around program development and execution, as well as, demonstrated ability to work across silos and between multiple entities to achieve stated goals or objectives is required. Strong customer service orientation and a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships throughout the College with a diverse student body, faculty, staff and the Charleston community is also required. Must have a working knowledge in all Microsoft Office Suite, Google programs, Canva, social media outlets and MailChimp. Demonstrated excellence in communicating complex or technical information verbally and in writing is preferred. Demonstrated skills in effective management and team building, as well as, strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills is desired. Must have skills in exercising a high degree of initiative, judgment, discretion and decision-making to achieve organizational objectives.
Additional Comments Regarding Position
Must have willingness and ability to work occasional evening and weekend hours.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.
Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.
All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu .
Salary
*$52,706 - $75,000
Posting Date
02/27/2024
Closing Date
03/12/2024
Benefits
Insurance: Health/Dental/Vision
Life Insurance
Paid Leave: Sick/Annual/Parental
Retirement
Long Term Disability
Paid Holidays
Free CARTA Bus Service
Employee Tuition Assistance Program ( ETAP )
Employee Assistance Program ( EAP )
Full Benefits Package – Click Here
Open Until Filled
No
Posting Number
2024031
EEO Statement
The College of Charleston is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or disability.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/15064
Job Duties
Job Duties
Activity
1. Responsible for management and oversight of the Center for Sustainable Development’s key programs, including developing, implementing and evaluating programs or projects that will assist in achieving the stated goals in the Sustainability Action Plan. Develops action plans to support the four pillars of the SAP , including a Climate Action Plan and Zero Waste Action Plan. Oversees and manages the Cougar Changemaker (Ecollective) fund. Assists in planning and executing sustainability-related events throughout the year.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
40
Activity
2. Provides leadership, management and administration of the Center for Sustainable Development including the management of staff, finances, equipment and the effective implementation of programs and policies. Responsible for management and oversight of the Center’s staff, financial and operational needs, including supervising the Associate Director, Zero Waste Manager, and other key personnel. Manages yearly budgeting, procurement and other financial requirements for the Center.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
20
Activity
3. Monitors, tracks and reports on the College’s progress towards achieving campus sustainability goals. Responsible for coordinating and completing the campus programs using AASHE STARS and Second Nature. Publicizes efforts of the campus through website updates/maintenance, working with College Marketing, using outlets such as Yammer and other publications or communications as needed. Provides annual reporting on the Center’s efforts, including how Cougar Changemaker funds were used.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
10
Activity
4. Creates partnerships with other departments on campus that will lead to effective implementation of sustainability project goals and objectives. This includes working closely with the QEP Director and other faculty members to continue to support sustainability literacy programming and training. Collaborates with other key campus stakeholders such as Residence Life, Housing, Dining Services, Academic Affairs, Parking Services and others.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
10
Activity
5. Fosters experiential learning opportunities for student interns and volunteers each semester. This includes developing and implementing new student engagement opportunities with the Center, as well as maintaining and supporting the ongoing internship program. Engages students, faculty and staff in sustainability activities and operations.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
10
Activity
6. Acts as a College representative on campus and community sustainability committees. Develops a College sustainability committee with diverse representation from the student body, faculty and staff. Liaises with colleagues at MUSC and the Citadel to stay apprised of larger community sustainability initiatives and opportunities. Serves on campus master planning committees.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
10
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): As part of a defined training plan, this position is reporting the Laboratory Director and includes participation in multi-disciplinary research in collaboration with clinical teams, lead quality improvement initiatives, contribute to process improvements, develop, and validate new procedures, and train lab staff, medical students, residents, and fellows. Assist ASHI approved Laboratory Director with management of staff, budgets, environment, work processes, and compliance. Provide expertise in the overall operation and administration of the HLA laboratory including tracking, recording and reporting of test results promptly, accurately and proficiently, and assuring compliance with ASHI standards at American Red Cross. 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): Be trained and competent in all Histocompatibility and Immunogenetic testing methods and technologies that support both Solid Organ and Stem Cell transplant, and in analysis and interpretation of all testing methods and technologies. Participate in QA reporting and monitoring, proficiency testing review, competency assessment, personnel evaluations, workload assessment, cost report, computer system, laboratory test management, interactions with transplant center personnel, and compliance with regulatory agencies. Execute the training plan/timeline and keep detailed documentation required by ASHI. Participate in teaching functions for the lab staff, medical students, residents, and fellows. Participate in multi-disciplinary research in collaboration with clinical teams. Contribute to the lab functions as needed. Be accessible to test personnel and resolve technical problems following the lab policies and procedures. Provide backup to the lab director in trained and competent areas. Participate in performance improvement initiatives and demonstrates the use of quality improvement in daily operations. Standard Schedule: M-F Day Shift WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED (Minimum Qualifications): Education: Ph.D. or MD/DO degree in a chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science required. Eligible to be certified as the lab director by the American Society of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics. Experience: Minimum 2 years of post-doctoral research training and applicable experience to include serological testing, solid-phase assays, molecular biology techniques including NGS, and flow cytometry technologies as applicable to solid organ testing or equivalent combination of education and related experience required. Skills & Abilities: Extensive scientific HLA knowledge and technical skills in the following areas preferred: HLA serology and molecular genetics, HLA antibody screening /identification of HLA antibody specificity, cross matching techniques to support stem cell transplantation programs and platelet transfusion therapy and other areas in the field of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics. Demonstrate excellent customer service and positive professional image. Working knowledge or databases and big data, IT and genomic software to include NextGen sequence data. Excellent written and verbal communications skills necessary to interact with all levels of hospital staff with effective collaboration and interpersonal skills. Must possess demonstrated attention to detail and teaching/coaching abilities. Ability to work on a team and independently to solve problems. 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): As part of a defined training plan, this position is reporting the Laboratory Director and includes participation in multi-disciplinary research in collaboration with clinical teams, lead quality improvement initiatives, contribute to process improvements, develop, and validate new procedures, and train lab staff, medical students, residents, and fellows. Assist ASHI approved Laboratory Director with management of staff, budgets, environment, work processes, and compliance. Provide expertise in the overall operation and administration of the HLA laboratory including tracking, recording and reporting of test results promptly, accurately and proficiently, and assuring compliance with ASHI standards at American Red Cross. 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): Be trained and competent in all Histocompatibility and Immunogenetic testing methods and technologies that support both Solid Organ and Stem Cell transplant, and in analysis and interpretation of all testing methods and technologies. Participate in QA reporting and monitoring, proficiency testing review, competency assessment, personnel evaluations, workload assessment, cost report, computer system, laboratory test management, interactions with transplant center personnel, and compliance with regulatory agencies. Execute the training plan/timeline and keep detailed documentation required by ASHI. Participate in teaching functions for the lab staff, medical students, residents, and fellows. Participate in multi-disciplinary research in collaboration with clinical teams. Contribute to the lab functions as needed. Be accessible to test personnel and resolve technical problems following the lab policies and procedures. Provide backup to the lab director in trained and competent areas. Participate in performance improvement initiatives and demonstrates the use of quality improvement in daily operations. Standard Schedule: M-F Day Shift WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED (Minimum Qualifications): Education: Ph.D. or MD/DO degree in a chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science required. Eligible to be certified as the lab director by the American Society of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics. Experience: Minimum 2 years of post-doctoral research training and applicable experience to include serological testing, solid-phase assays, molecular biology techniques including NGS, and flow cytometry technologies as applicable to solid organ testing or equivalent combination of education and related experience required. Skills & Abilities: Extensive scientific HLA knowledge and technical skills in the following areas preferred: HLA serology and molecular genetics, HLA antibody screening /identification of HLA antibody specificity, cross matching techniques to support stem cell transplantation programs and platelet transfusion therapy and other areas in the field of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics. Demonstrate excellent customer service and positive professional image. Working knowledge or databases and big data, IT and genomic software to include NextGen sequence data. Excellent written and verbal communications skills necessary to interact with all levels of hospital staff with effective collaboration and interpersonal skills. Must possess demonstrated attention to detail and teaching/coaching abilities. Ability to work on a team and independently to solve problems. 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
$79,131 / year or higher DOQ + Full-Time County Benefits . James City County’s Office of Economic Development seeks an individual to perform business attraction, development, and retention work; assists in coordinating prospect attraction and support efforts with that of other County departments, the Economic Development Authority, commercial real estate brokers, regional organizations and State agencies; and, assists in coordinating Capital Improvement Projects, grant programs and other special projects and events; represents department as a liaison to various committees and external organizations.
Responsibilities:
Assists in development and execution of goals, strategies, and actions associated with the County’s Comprehensive Plan and Strategic Plan; participates in the development of the Department’s annual operating budget.
Assists in development of strategies to identify target businesses, monitors competition, and establishes marketing tools specific to the needs of target businesses and evaluating and developing incentive programs tied to specific target industry segments and focusing on redevelopment.
Serves as primary administrator for incentive programs; works with other County departments, the Commissioner of The Revenue Office, and outside agencies.
Maximizes the use of the County’s natural assets by exploring rural economic development opportunities; Organizes Manufacturing Day program in partnership with WJCC Schools; seeks similar opportunities to assist and highlight other target industry segments.
Presents information and makes recommendations to the Director of Economic Development and appropriate groups, as necessary; responds to requests for information and assistance related to business prospects and serves as a liaison with appropriate County departments and outside agencies.
Provides assistance to the Economic Development Authority (EDA) and its committees and serves in the absence of the Director of Economic Development as staff support to the EDA and other economic development organizations and agencies.
Requirements:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, communication, public relations, or related field and, considerable experience in economic development or marketing.
Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of comprehensive plans, economic development, business management, and real estate; knowledge of the operations and practices of local government.
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service including setting and meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Skill in public speaking; effective presentations; use of computer software, especially Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to interpret and explain state and local rules and regulations; communicate effectively orally and in writing, make independent judgments and take initiative; work independently based upon broadly stated goals and objectives; work with a variety of different groups, build consensus among diverse audiences, and resolve potential conflicts diplomatically; meet tight deadlines and to handle confidential information with discretion; establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Click here for full job description. Accepting applications until 11:59PM EST on 12/15/2023. Cover letters and resumes may also be attached, but a fully completed application i s required for your application to be considered.
Dec 08, 2023
Full time
$79,131 / year or higher DOQ + Full-Time County Benefits . James City County’s Office of Economic Development seeks an individual to perform business attraction, development, and retention work; assists in coordinating prospect attraction and support efforts with that of other County departments, the Economic Development Authority, commercial real estate brokers, regional organizations and State agencies; and, assists in coordinating Capital Improvement Projects, grant programs and other special projects and events; represents department as a liaison to various committees and external organizations.
Responsibilities:
Assists in development and execution of goals, strategies, and actions associated with the County’s Comprehensive Plan and Strategic Plan; participates in the development of the Department’s annual operating budget.
Assists in development of strategies to identify target businesses, monitors competition, and establishes marketing tools specific to the needs of target businesses and evaluating and developing incentive programs tied to specific target industry segments and focusing on redevelopment.
Serves as primary administrator for incentive programs; works with other County departments, the Commissioner of The Revenue Office, and outside agencies.
Maximizes the use of the County’s natural assets by exploring rural economic development opportunities; Organizes Manufacturing Day program in partnership with WJCC Schools; seeks similar opportunities to assist and highlight other target industry segments.
Presents information and makes recommendations to the Director of Economic Development and appropriate groups, as necessary; responds to requests for information and assistance related to business prospects and serves as a liaison with appropriate County departments and outside agencies.
Provides assistance to the Economic Development Authority (EDA) and its committees and serves in the absence of the Director of Economic Development as staff support to the EDA and other economic development organizations and agencies.
Requirements:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, communication, public relations, or related field and, considerable experience in economic development or marketing.
Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of comprehensive plans, economic development, business management, and real estate; knowledge of the operations and practices of local government.
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service including setting and meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Skill in public speaking; effective presentations; use of computer software, especially Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to interpret and explain state and local rules and regulations; communicate effectively orally and in writing, make independent judgments and take initiative; work independently based upon broadly stated goals and objectives; work with a variety of different groups, build consensus among diverse audiences, and resolve potential conflicts diplomatically; meet tight deadlines and to handle confidential information with discretion; establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Click here for full job description. Accepting applications until 11:59PM EST on 12/15/2023. Cover letters and resumes may also be attached, but a fully completed application i s required for your application to be considered.
POSITION SUMMARY:
To support the operations of APLA Health & Wellness (APLA Health) including the Board of Directors (Board), Executive Management (EMT) and Senior Management (SMT) Teams, and JAEDI (Justice, Anti-Racism, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion) Committee. Assist with some administrative duties for the CEO.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Board of Directors:
Using the On Board software program, and working with the Board Chair, Vice Chair and CEO schedule all APLA Health Board meetings; including full Board meetings, Executive and other Board standing committee meetings, Board retreats, Board orientations, and Board ad hoc committee meetings.
Working with the CEO and other EMT members, prepare and distribute notices of upcoming meetings, agendas (including Board Resolutions and Minutes) and other materials. Send reminder notices to Board members of upcoming meetings. Coordinate with the Board Chair and Vice Chair, other Executive Team staff to prepare and distribute the monthly board information packet.
Attend all Board and committee meetings, record attendance and votes. Prepare draft minutes of all meetings for review by the CEO and / or Board Chair or committee chair and then approval by the Board or appropriate committee.
Organize all Board and other committee meetings including logistics, catering, video and conference call capabilities. Manage the planning for all Board-related events, including offsite meetings, orientations, dinners and retreats. Attend any and all Board events as needed. Attend other APLA Health events where Board members are present as needed and when appropriate.
Executive Management Team / Senior Management Team –
Working with the CEO prepare and distribute notices of upcoming EMT and SMT meetings, agendas (including Action Items) and relevant information packets. Send reminder notices to team members of upcoming meetings.
Attend all EMT and SMT meetings, in person or remotely. Prepare draft minutes of all meetings for review and approval by the CEO and Committee.
JAEDI –
Working with the JAEDI Co Chairs prepare and distribute notices of upcoming meetings, agendas (including Action Items) and relevant information packets. Send reminder notices to Committee members of upcoming meetings.
Attend all JAEDI meetings, in person or remotely. Prepare draft minutes of all meetings for review and approval by the Co Chairs and Committee.
Facilitate the distribution of information to the Board from the CEO, Board chair, and other Board members.
Ensure the efficient and accurate record-keeping of all Board, committee, EMT, SMT and JAEDI activities.
Under the guidance of the CEO or other members of EMT, facilitate the completion of various licensing and other applications (including grant applications) to local, state and federal authorities (including HRSA, the State of California, local governmental authorities etc.) with a particular focus on those applications that require information and submittals from APLA Health Board members.
With the assistance of the CEO and outside counsel monitor the legal operating requirements of APLA Health; particularly those directly applicable to the Board under Federal, State and local laws and regulations, the APLA Health bylaws, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) rules and regulations.
Under the guidance of the CEO facilitate the review and approval of letters of support from other FQHC’s. Under the guidance of the CEO prepare and distribute official correspondence from APLA Health with outside entities including governmental authorities, other non-profit partners, vendors, donors, etc.)
Provide administrative support when needed for “special projects” including HRSA service area competition applications, HRSA official site visits, HRSA scope change applications, state of California licensing applications, large grant applications, etc.
Provide advice to Board officers, committee Chairs and the CEO regarding legal requirements and Rules of Order for conducting the business of the Board and all Committees.
Maintain an annual calendar of all Board approval requirements pursuant to California law, the APLA Health bylaws, as well as FQHC rules and regulations. Coordinate/ facilitate the timely review by and approval by staff and the Board of all required approvals.
Serve as a resource for Board Members; answer questions, take messages, return phone calls or in any other way assist members with their board responsibilities including in some cases fundraising on behalf of APLA. Handle incoming and outgoing mail, faxes, and documents as they pertain to the Board.
Provide high-level administrative support in helping managing the schedule, travel and expenses for the CEO. Assist with communication between CEO and the Board, EMT, SMT and JAEDI and between CEO and all outside parties.
Help support the CEO in their participation in external groups including boards of directors, advisory, planning and other committees, etc.
Maintain Board, EMT, and SMT contact information
OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS.
REQUIREMENTS:
Training and Experience:
Significant Executive Assistant experience required, preferably in an environment where contact with high profile individuals and community leaders is common. Strong organizational skills and writing skills required. Experience in a legal environment and / or working with a sophisticated board of directors preferred. High school/GED diploma required. College graduate preferred. Ability to work some evenings and weekends.
Strong Knowledge of:
Office systems and procedures, office machines, computer skills, and advanced MS Office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point) required. Operational and procedural knowledge of for or non-profit boards of directors preferred. Experience with video conferencing systems (Zoom, Teams, etc.) required.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This is hybrid work position requiring three days per week (on average) in the office. The balance between in office and remote may vary from week to week depending on work priorities and CEO schedule. Schedule includes working nights and weekends as needed. This is primarily an office position that requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper. Some local travel required.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid California driver’s license; proof of auto liability insurance; and have the use of a personal vehicle for work related purposes. COVID vaccination and booster required or medical/religious exemption.
Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/transgender/disability/veteran.
Oct 12, 2023
Full time
POSITION SUMMARY:
To support the operations of APLA Health & Wellness (APLA Health) including the Board of Directors (Board), Executive Management (EMT) and Senior Management (SMT) Teams, and JAEDI (Justice, Anti-Racism, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion) Committee. Assist with some administrative duties for the CEO.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Board of Directors:
Using the On Board software program, and working with the Board Chair, Vice Chair and CEO schedule all APLA Health Board meetings; including full Board meetings, Executive and other Board standing committee meetings, Board retreats, Board orientations, and Board ad hoc committee meetings.
Working with the CEO and other EMT members, prepare and distribute notices of upcoming meetings, agendas (including Board Resolutions and Minutes) and other materials. Send reminder notices to Board members of upcoming meetings. Coordinate with the Board Chair and Vice Chair, other Executive Team staff to prepare and distribute the monthly board information packet.
Attend all Board and committee meetings, record attendance and votes. Prepare draft minutes of all meetings for review by the CEO and / or Board Chair or committee chair and then approval by the Board or appropriate committee.
Organize all Board and other committee meetings including logistics, catering, video and conference call capabilities. Manage the planning for all Board-related events, including offsite meetings, orientations, dinners and retreats. Attend any and all Board events as needed. Attend other APLA Health events where Board members are present as needed and when appropriate.
Executive Management Team / Senior Management Team –
Working with the CEO prepare and distribute notices of upcoming EMT and SMT meetings, agendas (including Action Items) and relevant information packets. Send reminder notices to team members of upcoming meetings.
Attend all EMT and SMT meetings, in person or remotely. Prepare draft minutes of all meetings for review and approval by the CEO and Committee.
JAEDI –
Working with the JAEDI Co Chairs prepare and distribute notices of upcoming meetings, agendas (including Action Items) and relevant information packets. Send reminder notices to Committee members of upcoming meetings.
Attend all JAEDI meetings, in person or remotely. Prepare draft minutes of all meetings for review and approval by the Co Chairs and Committee.
Facilitate the distribution of information to the Board from the CEO, Board chair, and other Board members.
Ensure the efficient and accurate record-keeping of all Board, committee, EMT, SMT and JAEDI activities.
Under the guidance of the CEO or other members of EMT, facilitate the completion of various licensing and other applications (including grant applications) to local, state and federal authorities (including HRSA, the State of California, local governmental authorities etc.) with a particular focus on those applications that require information and submittals from APLA Health Board members.
With the assistance of the CEO and outside counsel monitor the legal operating requirements of APLA Health; particularly those directly applicable to the Board under Federal, State and local laws and regulations, the APLA Health bylaws, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) rules and regulations.
Under the guidance of the CEO facilitate the review and approval of letters of support from other FQHC’s. Under the guidance of the CEO prepare and distribute official correspondence from APLA Health with outside entities including governmental authorities, other non-profit partners, vendors, donors, etc.)
Provide administrative support when needed for “special projects” including HRSA service area competition applications, HRSA official site visits, HRSA scope change applications, state of California licensing applications, large grant applications, etc.
Provide advice to Board officers, committee Chairs and the CEO regarding legal requirements and Rules of Order for conducting the business of the Board and all Committees.
Maintain an annual calendar of all Board approval requirements pursuant to California law, the APLA Health bylaws, as well as FQHC rules and regulations. Coordinate/ facilitate the timely review by and approval by staff and the Board of all required approvals.
Serve as a resource for Board Members; answer questions, take messages, return phone calls or in any other way assist members with their board responsibilities including in some cases fundraising on behalf of APLA. Handle incoming and outgoing mail, faxes, and documents as they pertain to the Board.
Provide high-level administrative support in helping managing the schedule, travel and expenses for the CEO. Assist with communication between CEO and the Board, EMT, SMT and JAEDI and between CEO and all outside parties.
Help support the CEO in their participation in external groups including boards of directors, advisory, planning and other committees, etc.
Maintain Board, EMT, and SMT contact information
OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS.
REQUIREMENTS:
Training and Experience:
Significant Executive Assistant experience required, preferably in an environment where contact with high profile individuals and community leaders is common. Strong organizational skills and writing skills required. Experience in a legal environment and / or working with a sophisticated board of directors preferred. High school/GED diploma required. College graduate preferred. Ability to work some evenings and weekends.
Strong Knowledge of:
Office systems and procedures, office machines, computer skills, and advanced MS Office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point) required. Operational and procedural knowledge of for or non-profit boards of directors preferred. Experience with video conferencing systems (Zoom, Teams, etc.) required.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This is hybrid work position requiring three days per week (on average) in the office. The balance between in office and remote may vary from week to week depending on work priorities and CEO schedule. Schedule includes working nights and weekends as needed. This is primarily an office position that requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper. Some local travel required.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid California driver’s license; proof of auto liability insurance; and have the use of a personal vehicle for work related purposes. COVID vaccination and booster required or medical/religious exemption.
Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/transgender/disability/veteran.
Clark College is currently accepting applications for a full-time, permanent classified IT Customer Support – Entry position. This position is a part of the IT Client Services division and directly supports Clark College faculty and staff by providing IT customer support, identifying technical issues, answering help desk calls, and working with fellow IT technical staff in improving the technology environment at the college. This position will assist in overseeing the Service Center operations.
At Clark, we value equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to growing, learning, and supporting our employees.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:
Act as the first point of contact for incoming technology requests.
Perform front line duties by answering help desk calls, questions from walk-in clients and opening tickets in the college helpdesk application.
Route tickets to the proper desktop technicians, network engineering, and application management IT members as needed.
Perform IT inventory procedures and assist with the distribution of technology equipment.
Assist in managing the college's teleconferencing technologies.
Ensure continuous customer support and contact with customers.
Escalate critical system interruptions with IT incident response personnel.
Create a safe, bias-free working environment, which engenders respect for differences.
Perform related duties 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’s degree.
Two (2) years’ work experience in the following areas: Answering technical assistant calls, logging tickets, and walking clients through technical issues.
Repairing, diagnosing, and troubleshooting computers, software, and peripherals (printers, monitors, scanners) in a network environment.
Using diagnostic tools in the repair of hardware and software.
Installing, testing, and configuring Microsoft Windows workstations. Experience creating and modifying Active Directory users and groups for administrative access to network shares and printer queues.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
JOB READINESS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
Ability to work well with people of all ages from academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds.
Ability to provide excellent customer service that consistently meets or exceeds the needs of customers.
Ability to communicate with diverse individuals and groups to effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences and work collaboratively as a member of a team providing group leadership when needed.
Ability and willingness to seek/offer appropriate assistance to solve problems in an efficient and timely manner.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to accurately and thoroughly document work and keep all documentation up to date.
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: $4,948-$6,656/month | Step A-M (commensurate with qualifications and experience) | Range: 01IT | Code: 482CS
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., August 22, 2023.
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
August 1, 2023
23-00072
Aug 02, 2023
Full time
Clark College is currently accepting applications for a full-time, permanent classified IT Customer Support – Entry position. This position is a part of the IT Client Services division and directly supports Clark College faculty and staff by providing IT customer support, identifying technical issues, answering help desk calls, and working with fellow IT technical staff in improving the technology environment at the college. This position will assist in overseeing the Service Center operations.
At Clark, we value equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to growing, learning, and supporting our employees.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:
Act as the first point of contact for incoming technology requests.
Perform front line duties by answering help desk calls, questions from walk-in clients and opening tickets in the college helpdesk application.
Route tickets to the proper desktop technicians, network engineering, and application management IT members as needed.
Perform IT inventory procedures and assist with the distribution of technology equipment.
Assist in managing the college's teleconferencing technologies.
Ensure continuous customer support and contact with customers.
Escalate critical system interruptions with IT incident response personnel.
Create a safe, bias-free working environment, which engenders respect for differences.
Perform related duties 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’s degree.
Two (2) years’ work experience in the following areas: Answering technical assistant calls, logging tickets, and walking clients through technical issues.
Repairing, diagnosing, and troubleshooting computers, software, and peripherals (printers, monitors, scanners) in a network environment.
Using diagnostic tools in the repair of hardware and software.
Installing, testing, and configuring Microsoft Windows workstations. Experience creating and modifying Active Directory users and groups for administrative access to network shares and printer queues.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
JOB READINESS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
Ability to work well with people of all ages from academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds.
Ability to provide excellent customer service that consistently meets or exceeds the needs of customers.
Ability to communicate with diverse individuals and groups to effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences and work collaboratively as a member of a team providing group leadership when needed.
Ability and willingness to seek/offer appropriate assistance to solve problems in an efficient and timely manner.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to accurately and thoroughly document work and keep all documentation up to date.
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: $4,948-$6,656/month | Step A-M (commensurate with qualifications and experience) | Range: 01IT | Code: 482CS
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., August 22, 2023.
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.
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Clark College Human Resources
August 1, 2023
23-00072
Office Specialist 2 - Pendleton Cottage (Limited Duration)
REQ-115219
Initial Posting Date:
01/09/2023
Application Deadline:
02/12/2023
Oregon Health Authority
$2,823 - $4,073 monthly
Job Description:
The Pendleton Cottage, a division of the Oregon Health Authority , has a fantastic opportunity for an OFFICE SPECIALIST 2 to join an excellent team working to help people recover from their illness and return to their lives in the community. Pendleton Cottage is a residential care facility with 16 beds. With a focus on person-centered, psychiatric treatment for adults, developing wellness education, and acting as an advocate for residents and their medical needs. What you will do!
This position serves in a support role for the treatment services area and interdisciplinary team as well as operations under the direction of the Treatment Services Director or designee. In addition to the provision of daily general clerical support and duties listed below, the OS2 maintains primary responsibility for acquisition and disbursement of resident funds, maintenance of treatment services manuals/records/files and working with Pendleton Cottage treatment and medical staff to facilitate resident appointments for team meetings, Individual Support Plans, STARTs, medical appointments and other resident needs. The clerical duties are completed supporting the Recovery Model in the State Delivered Secure Residential Treatment Facility, serving high risk/high profile individuals currently residing at Pendleton Cottage.
What's in it for you? This posting will be used to one limited duration Office Specialist 2 position at Pendleton Cottage. Applicants from this posting may be used to fill future vacancies. This position will be posted until filled.
What we are looking for:
Minimum Qualifications
Two years of general clerical experience, one year of which included typing, word processing, or other experience generating documents;
OR
An Associate's degree in Office Occupations or Office Technology;
OR
Graduation from a private school of business with a Certificate in Office Occupations or Office Technology and one year of general clerical experience.
College courses in Office Occupations or Office Technology will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Preferred Skills and Experience
Experience as a receptionist which included experience working in a fast-paced office environment, greeting and assisting visitors or employees, providing building and directional information, answering and routing phone calls using a multi-line phone, answering questions related to facility policies and procedures
One (1) or more years’ experience providing clerical support to medical staff in a mental health facility, hospital, or similar setting
Intermediate experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
Experience with Microsoft Outlook (or other similar e-mail system) calendaring for projects, appointments and conferences involving multiple recipients and locations
Experience with management and disbursement of cash and checks
Experience with maintaining supplies, inventory and ordering
Experience in creating and maintaining a work environment that is respectful and accepting of diversity among team members and the people we serve
How to apply:
Complete the online application
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SOR_External_Career_Site/details/Office-Specialist-2---Pendleton-Cottage--Limited-Duration-_REQ-115219-1?q=REQ-115219
Complete the questionnaire
Need Help?
If you need assistance to participate in the application process, including an accommodation request under the American with Disabilities Act contact Jessica Leedham (971) 286-8780 or Jessica.Leedham@dhsoha.state.or.us .
The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to work force diversity and anti-racism.
Jan 11, 2023
Full time
Office Specialist 2 - Pendleton Cottage (Limited Duration)
REQ-115219
Initial Posting Date:
01/09/2023
Application Deadline:
02/12/2023
Oregon Health Authority
$2,823 - $4,073 monthly
Job Description:
The Pendleton Cottage, a division of the Oregon Health Authority , has a fantastic opportunity for an OFFICE SPECIALIST 2 to join an excellent team working to help people recover from their illness and return to their lives in the community. Pendleton Cottage is a residential care facility with 16 beds. With a focus on person-centered, psychiatric treatment for adults, developing wellness education, and acting as an advocate for residents and their medical needs. What you will do!
This position serves in a support role for the treatment services area and interdisciplinary team as well as operations under the direction of the Treatment Services Director or designee. In addition to the provision of daily general clerical support and duties listed below, the OS2 maintains primary responsibility for acquisition and disbursement of resident funds, maintenance of treatment services manuals/records/files and working with Pendleton Cottage treatment and medical staff to facilitate resident appointments for team meetings, Individual Support Plans, STARTs, medical appointments and other resident needs. The clerical duties are completed supporting the Recovery Model in the State Delivered Secure Residential Treatment Facility, serving high risk/high profile individuals currently residing at Pendleton Cottage.
What's in it for you? This posting will be used to one limited duration Office Specialist 2 position at Pendleton Cottage. Applicants from this posting may be used to fill future vacancies. This position will be posted until filled.
What we are looking for:
Minimum Qualifications
Two years of general clerical experience, one year of which included typing, word processing, or other experience generating documents;
OR
An Associate's degree in Office Occupations or Office Technology;
OR
Graduation from a private school of business with a Certificate in Office Occupations or Office Technology and one year of general clerical experience.
College courses in Office Occupations or Office Technology will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Preferred Skills and Experience
Experience as a receptionist which included experience working in a fast-paced office environment, greeting and assisting visitors or employees, providing building and directional information, answering and routing phone calls using a multi-line phone, answering questions related to facility policies and procedures
One (1) or more years’ experience providing clerical support to medical staff in a mental health facility, hospital, or similar setting
Intermediate experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
Experience with Microsoft Outlook (or other similar e-mail system) calendaring for projects, appointments and conferences involving multiple recipients and locations
Experience with management and disbursement of cash and checks
Experience with maintaining supplies, inventory and ordering
Experience in creating and maintaining a work environment that is respectful and accepting of diversity among team members and the people we serve
How to apply:
Complete the online application
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SOR_External_Career_Site/details/Office-Specialist-2---Pendleton-Cottage--Limited-Duration-_REQ-115219-1?q=REQ-115219
Complete the questionnaire
Need Help?
If you need assistance to participate in the application process, including an accommodation request under the American with Disabilities Act contact Jessica Leedham (971) 286-8780 or Jessica.Leedham@dhsoha.state.or.us .
The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to work force diversity and anti-racism.
This position is remote-eligible and only for consideration within the United States where WRI is state registered. Existing work authorization is required at the time of application submission. WRI is unable to sponsor any visa work sponsorship for this position. This position is to support the project’s financing and utility research and policy advocacy as well as to provide operational and administrative support across the project.
About the Program:
WRI’s Electric School Bus Initiative (ESBI) aims to collaborate with partners and communities to build unstoppable momentum toward an equitable transition of the U.S. school bus fleet to electric by 2030, bringing health, climate, and economic benefits to children and families across the country and normalizing electric mobility for an entire generation. The Initiative sits at the intersection of WRI’s Climate, Cities, and Energy programmatic areas.
https://electricschoolbusinitiative.org/
Job Highlight: In this role, you will work as part of a team to support subject matter experts on research and education activities that answer questions like: What funding and financing is available to support electric school bus procurement? What are the barriers to accessing these resources, and how can these be overcome, especially for underserved districts? What is the role for electric utilities in supporting this transition? You will execute qualitative and quantitative research and analysis tasks that inform the ESBI’s policy advocacy efforts and implementation activities, centering equity across all work. Additionally, you will develop and implement new processes to streamline internal coordination, foster team cohesion, and improve project delivery. You will provide administrative and logistical support across the ESBI program, including to the ESBI Director. You will work closely with colleagues across the Initiative and will work closely within the two primary workstreams where this position is housed: Funding & Finance and Management & Operations.
You will report to the Project Manager with secondary reporting lines to the eMobility Financial Solutions Manager and Project Director.
What you will do:
Research Assistance (30%)
Undertake research with guidance from colleagues, including collection and synthesis of qualitative and quantitative information.
Review publications, utility regulatory dockets, interview transcripts, program data, and other sources to draw out insights and learnings as directed.
Attend and summarize key takeaways from webinars, meetings, and virtual workshops/conferences discussing transportation electrification, funding & finance, utility regulation and other topics.
Communication, engagement, and coordination (20%)
Support development of slide decks, draft memorandums and other resources for internal and external audiences to convey information, present analysis, and provide recommendations.
Participate in engagement with internal and external partners and stakeholders to strengthen relationships and collaborate on projects.
Assist in coordination of publications through development and review processes.
Administrative Assistance (50%)
Design and implement efforts to increase team efficiency through streamlined internal coordination, better meeting practices, improved program organization
Ensure effective internal coordination by arranging internal meetings, preparing agenda items, taking notes
Create and maintain internal knowledge repositories, files, datasets, organizational charts, notes for the ESBI program to improve internal knowledge sharing and organization
Provide guidance to staff on travel logistics and provide direct travel support to the project lead
What you will need:
Education: You have a Bachelor’s degree in any field including humanities, social sciences, hard sciences, math or engineering
Experience: You have 0-2+ years full-time relevant work experience. You have had exposure to or experience with policy, communications, program administration or project management, or research in any related field such as energy, public health, community engagement, EV transition, transportation, or others,
Coursework, experience, or interest in economics, finance, or cost-benefit analysis
Experience using various Microsoft Office tools such as PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
Languages: You have written and verbal proficiency in English.
Requirements: Existing work authorization is required where this position is based. WRI is unable to authorize visa work authorization.
Potential Salary: Salary is commensurate with experience and other compensable factors. WRI offers a competitive remuneration and benefits package.
How to Apply: Please submit a resume with cover letter by the date of January 2023 . You must apply through the WRI Careers portal to be considered.
What we offer:
A competitive salary
Access to the WRI global network with the opportunity to exchange with and learn from passionate colleagues working at the cutting edge of their fields across Asia, Africa, Europe, Latin America and the US.
The chance to have an impact and to develop your career within a mission driven organisation with access to varied learning and training opportunities.
A workplace that strives to put diversity and inclusion at the heart of our work.
The opportunity to join and get involved in different working groups and affinity groups to shape the future of WRI.
Commitment to hybrid working model with flexible working hours.
Generous leave days that increase with tenure.
About Us: Founded in 1982, World Resources Institute (WRI) is an independent, nonprofit global research organisation that turns big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity, and human well-being. We are working to address seven critical challenges that the world must overcome this decade to secure a sustainable future for people and the planet: climate change, energy, food, forests, water, sustainable cities, and the ocean. WRI has a global staff of over 1,800 people with work spanning 60 countries. We have offices in Africa, Brazil, China, Europe, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Colombia and the United States, as well as a growing presence in other countries and regions. The foundation of our work is delivering high-quality research, data, maps, and analysis to solve the world’s greatest environment and international development challenges and improve people’s lives. We work with leaders in government, business, and civil society to drive ambitious action and create change on the ground. Equally important, we bring together partners to develop breakthrough ideas and scale-up solutions for far-reaching, enduring impact.
Our mission and values:
WRI’s mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earth’s environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations.
Our values are shared ideals that bind us together: Integrity, Innovation, Urgency, Independence, Respect.
Our culture: WRI is committed to advancing gender and social equity for human well-being in our mission and applies this principle to our organisational and programmatic practices. We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, we embrace all diversity and encourage women, the LGBTQ+ community, persons with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply. Recognising our strong commitment to gender equality, WRI has also been awarded EDGE certification.
Our team in Human Resources carefully reviews all applications.
Jan 10, 2023
Full time
This position is remote-eligible and only for consideration within the United States where WRI is state registered. Existing work authorization is required at the time of application submission. WRI is unable to sponsor any visa work sponsorship for this position. This position is to support the project’s financing and utility research and policy advocacy as well as to provide operational and administrative support across the project.
About the Program:
WRI’s Electric School Bus Initiative (ESBI) aims to collaborate with partners and communities to build unstoppable momentum toward an equitable transition of the U.S. school bus fleet to electric by 2030, bringing health, climate, and economic benefits to children and families across the country and normalizing electric mobility for an entire generation. The Initiative sits at the intersection of WRI’s Climate, Cities, and Energy programmatic areas.
https://electricschoolbusinitiative.org/
Job Highlight: In this role, you will work as part of a team to support subject matter experts on research and education activities that answer questions like: What funding and financing is available to support electric school bus procurement? What are the barriers to accessing these resources, and how can these be overcome, especially for underserved districts? What is the role for electric utilities in supporting this transition? You will execute qualitative and quantitative research and analysis tasks that inform the ESBI’s policy advocacy efforts and implementation activities, centering equity across all work. Additionally, you will develop and implement new processes to streamline internal coordination, foster team cohesion, and improve project delivery. You will provide administrative and logistical support across the ESBI program, including to the ESBI Director. You will work closely with colleagues across the Initiative and will work closely within the two primary workstreams where this position is housed: Funding & Finance and Management & Operations.
You will report to the Project Manager with secondary reporting lines to the eMobility Financial Solutions Manager and Project Director.
What you will do:
Research Assistance (30%)
Undertake research with guidance from colleagues, including collection and synthesis of qualitative and quantitative information.
Review publications, utility regulatory dockets, interview transcripts, program data, and other sources to draw out insights and learnings as directed.
Attend and summarize key takeaways from webinars, meetings, and virtual workshops/conferences discussing transportation electrification, funding & finance, utility regulation and other topics.
Communication, engagement, and coordination (20%)
Support development of slide decks, draft memorandums and other resources for internal and external audiences to convey information, present analysis, and provide recommendations.
Participate in engagement with internal and external partners and stakeholders to strengthen relationships and collaborate on projects.
Assist in coordination of publications through development and review processes.
Administrative Assistance (50%)
Design and implement efforts to increase team efficiency through streamlined internal coordination, better meeting practices, improved program organization
Ensure effective internal coordination by arranging internal meetings, preparing agenda items, taking notes
Create and maintain internal knowledge repositories, files, datasets, organizational charts, notes for the ESBI program to improve internal knowledge sharing and organization
Provide guidance to staff on travel logistics and provide direct travel support to the project lead
What you will need:
Education: You have a Bachelor’s degree in any field including humanities, social sciences, hard sciences, math or engineering
Experience: You have 0-2+ years full-time relevant work experience. You have had exposure to or experience with policy, communications, program administration or project management, or research in any related field such as energy, public health, community engagement, EV transition, transportation, or others,
Coursework, experience, or interest in economics, finance, or cost-benefit analysis
Experience using various Microsoft Office tools such as PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
Languages: You have written and verbal proficiency in English.
Requirements: Existing work authorization is required where this position is based. WRI is unable to authorize visa work authorization.
Potential Salary: Salary is commensurate with experience and other compensable factors. WRI offers a competitive remuneration and benefits package.
How to Apply: Please submit a resume with cover letter by the date of January 2023 . You must apply through the WRI Careers portal to be considered.
What we offer:
A competitive salary
Access to the WRI global network with the opportunity to exchange with and learn from passionate colleagues working at the cutting edge of their fields across Asia, Africa, Europe, Latin America and the US.
The chance to have an impact and to develop your career within a mission driven organisation with access to varied learning and training opportunities.
A workplace that strives to put diversity and inclusion at the heart of our work.
The opportunity to join and get involved in different working groups and affinity groups to shape the future of WRI.
Commitment to hybrid working model with flexible working hours.
Generous leave days that increase with tenure.
About Us: Founded in 1982, World Resources Institute (WRI) is an independent, nonprofit global research organisation that turns big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity, and human well-being. We are working to address seven critical challenges that the world must overcome this decade to secure a sustainable future for people and the planet: climate change, energy, food, forests, water, sustainable cities, and the ocean. WRI has a global staff of over 1,800 people with work spanning 60 countries. We have offices in Africa, Brazil, China, Europe, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Colombia and the United States, as well as a growing presence in other countries and regions. The foundation of our work is delivering high-quality research, data, maps, and analysis to solve the world’s greatest environment and international development challenges and improve people’s lives. We work with leaders in government, business, and civil society to drive ambitious action and create change on the ground. Equally important, we bring together partners to develop breakthrough ideas and scale-up solutions for far-reaching, enduring impact.
Our mission and values:
WRI’s mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earth’s environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations.
Our values are shared ideals that bind us together: Integrity, Innovation, Urgency, Independence, Respect.
Our culture: WRI is committed to advancing gender and social equity for human well-being in our mission and applies this principle to our organisational and programmatic practices. We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, we embrace all diversity and encourage women, the LGBTQ+ community, persons with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply. Recognising our strong commitment to gender equality, WRI has also been awarded EDGE certification.
Our team in Human Resources carefully reviews all applications.
Hispanics Enjoying Camping, Hunting, and the Outdoors (HECHO) was created in 2013 to help fulfill our duty to conserve and protect our public lands for future generations. In 2017, HECHO became a program of the National Wildlife Federation (NWF) through a unique and mutually beneficial partnership built upon values of inclusion and equity and a commitment to elevating underrepresented perspectives as part of our conservation missions.
HECHO provides a platform for Hispanics to contribute knowledge and perspectives about public lands conservation issues, enhance leadership capacity of Hispanic leaders, and promote Hispanic cultural heritage and connections to nature. While our focus is on the conservation of public lands in the American Southwest, our work has a national scope and impact. To help achieve our mission of empowering Hispanic leaders to engage their communities in the conservation of our nation’s public lands, we are seeking a Deputy Director to be based in Denver, Colorado .
This is an exciting opportunity to join a flourishing and in-demand program. The time is now for HECHO to expand its reach, influence, and impact by ensuring Hispanic leaders in targeted geographies have the resources they need to drive equitable and enduring public lands conservation wins and Hispanic voices are front and center in public lands decision-making and advocacy. At this pivotal point in HECHO’s growth, to achieve impact at scale, we seek a leader that can direct HECHO’s critical organizational and operational needs in support of growing programmatic work.
Reporting to the HECHO Executive Director, the HECHO Deputy Director will assist the Executive Director in implementing HECHO’s strategic roadmap, and where appropriate implement new processes and approaches to achieve it. They will work with the Executive Director, NWF Operations, and Philanthropy staff to diversify and grow HECHO’s revenue streams while effectively managing systems that maintain efficient operations and build synergies between HECHO and NWF. This full-time position will drive efforts to diversify HECHO’s raised revenue sources and assist HECHO’s Executive Director in the operations of the program, and will be a direct supervisor of several staff.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the implementation of HECHO’s development and fundraising plan by working closely with the Executive Director, HECHO staff, and NWF Philanthropy staff to build revenues from individual donors, businesses, foundations, and other funding sources. This includes:
Cultivating, developing, and deepening relationships with people and institutions, and connecting those relationships to opportunities for giving through gifts of “time, talent, and/or treasure.”
Managing communications with individual supporters and institutional partners, including working with HECHO staff to develop and implement a year-round outreach plan to consistently raise awareness about HECHO and connect to HECHO’s supporters and partners.
Managing the production of annual appeals, donor appreciation outreach, and impact reports.
Supporting and guiding HECHO Advisory Board members involved in soliciting gifts.
Acting as a liaison between the NWF Philanthropy Department and HECHO, collaborating to advance donor prospecting and research, and tracking donors in a database.
Taking ownership for writing compelling letters of inquiry, proposals, and reports for grants and other funding opportunities.
Serve as the lead person assuring efficient operation and administration of the HECHO program. This includes:
Ensuring the management of HECHO operations, including communicating policies and expectations to staff and day-to-day administration (contracts, invoices, expense reporting, etc.).
With NWF Operations and Philanthropy, ensure HECHO properly reports and administers its existing and new grants.
Provide support to the Executive Director as an internal leader by:
Managing HECHO recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and retention.
Coordinating day-to-day staff management and development with HECHO Executive Director.
Assisting in the performance management process to develop annual workplans and measuring progress against goals.
Support the Executive Director in communications with donors, partners, and funders, including drafting and reviewing messaging, coordinating follow-up, and creating an outreach calendar.
Be conversant in HECHO’s mission, programs, and approach to engage external audiences, and to serve as a primary ambassador of the HECHO program.
Build collaborative relationships with partner programs and organizations to create strategic funding and programmatic alignments when possible.
Contribute to an organization culture that values collaboration, learning, equity, and meaningful change.
Qualifications:
Minimum of 10 years of experience with non-profit management, operations and/or fundraising experience.
A passion for and/or understanding of public land conservation and commitment to access, inclusion, and representation on public lands and in their management.
Motivated by values of equity and responsibility to those most marginalized.
Committed to an environmental justice approach in program development and partner engagement.
Demonstrated ability to manage financials and create budgets successfully.
Excellent writing and research skills, and ability to produce and edit work appropriate for external audiences with little oversight.
Proven success in cultivating and deepening relationships with people and institutions.
Authentic, effective, and professional interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to effectively manage across difference.
Familiarity with Hispanic cultural heritage; fluency in Spanish is a plus.
Ability to thrive in a multiple-task work environment, work independently with minimal supervision, set priorities and follow through to completion, with excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Ability to work efficiently and effectively with colleagues across geographies and time zones.
Bachelor’s degree preferred; post-graduate degree and/or relevant work experience desirable.
Experience:
Previous experience in non-profit fundraising, including writing letters of inquiry, grant proposals, and/or grant reports.
Financial management and budgeting experience.
Ability to collaborate, communicate, and coordinate effectively and efficiently with both internal multi-disciplinary teams and external partners to achieve results.
Experience managing simultaneous work streams and tracking deliverables, through various organization systems and work flow processes.
Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to establish priorities and manage activities independently.
Demonstrated knowledge of diverse cultural and historical connections to the land, air, and water, and ability to share that knowledge in a culturally responsive way.
NWF and HECHO Values:
Your actions are expected to reflect the staff values of the National Wildlife Federation: collaboration, mindfulness, empowerment, inclusivity, and mission focus. Your competencies should include:
Being motivated by values of equity and responsibility to those most marginalized;
Consistently bringing a high level of empathy and social skills to work and interpersonal interactions;
Being committed to deepening an environmental justice approach in policy priorities, program development and partner engagement;
Actively seeks feedback, direction, and guidance from all team members and keeps staff informed of decisions that impact them;
Being dedicated to advancing NWF’s internal equity transformation and compelling partners and allies to incorporate equity into their work; and
Passion for and commitment to NWF's and HECHO’s mission.
Travel Requirements:
This position requires in-person travel across the West and to D.C. and can anticipate 4-6 trips per year, 12-15 nights per year, in accordance with COVID-19 safety guidance.
Location and Work Mode :
This position is based in the Denver area with expectation for location in the Denver office. The National Wildlife Federation is committed to a flexible and empowered work environment with an authentic community of care for all staff. In this position, the employee may work in the office or in a hybrid manner, to be decided jointly with their supervisor in the final stages of the interview process.
About National Wildlife Federation:
Founded in 1936, the National Wildlife Federation (NWF or Federation) is America's largest and most trusted grassroots conservation organization with 52 state/territorial affiliates and more than six million members and supporters, including hunters, anglers, gardeners, birders, hikers, campers, paddlers, and outdoor enthusiasts of all stripes. The Federation's mission is to unite all Americans to ensure wildlife thrive in our rapidly changing world through science-based programming focused on conserving wildlife, restoring habitats and waterways, expanding outdoor opportunities, connecting children with nature, and addressing the causes and consequences of climate change.
Salary Range and Benefits:
The salary range for this position is $85,000-$95,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
We are proud of our designation by Mogul as a Top 100 Workplace with the Best Benefits in 2021! We value work-life balance and a family-friendly atmosphere with flexible scheduling. We want you to be able to integrate work and personal life with attention to your self-care, so that your work schedule is not depleting. We offer benefits so you feel restored and fueled through the day and week.
We offer these supports to help manage your mental, emotional, and physical health:
Paid time off: Vacation that starts off at three weeks accrual, unlimited wellbeing (this time can be used for physical, spiritual, emotional, cultural, religious or financial wellbeing for yourself, a partner, or family member – including pets), 10 holidays, and 3 floating holidays
We close down for a paid winter break between December 25 to January 1 to recognize end of-year stress, and time for reflection, rejuvenation, and spending time with family.
Up to 16 weeks of fully paid Family and Medical Leave
Low-cost health, dental, and vision insurance options – all outpatient mental health is covered at in-network rates
Therapist available at no cost
Pet insurance and discount perk program
Annual wellbeing allowance
In addition to your salary, we offer the following supports to your personal finances:
Retirement plan with immediate match and vesting
Annual year end retirement contribution
Tuition Reimbursement
Adoption and Surrogacy assistance
Pet adoption stipend
Student Loan management
Applicants are invited to learn more about National Wildlife Federation’s benefits package at https://www.nwf.org/About-Us/Careers .
COVID Consideration:
The National Wildlife Federation closely follows the 2019 Novel Coronavirus Disease and has implemented processes that promote the safety of our employees, candidates, and communities. Because the health of our employees and candidates is a top priority, we conduct our hiring process virtually via phone or video until further notice. We are currently starting our positions as remote, and are continuing to explore what our future of work will be moving forward. Proof of vaccination will be required to join the National Wildlife Federation.
Application:
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis up through the end of the day on January 9, 2023.
Please submit your resume, along with a letter responding to the following, as a PDF:
Why is HECHO’s mission of interest to you?
Describe a time when you designed and led a project to successful completion.
Describe a successful individual or institutional donor fundraising campaign with which you have been involved or provided a leadership role.
We strive to increase diversity, equity, inclusion and justice (DEIJ) in all elements of our work and with our partners to support the interdependent needs of wildlife and people in a rapidly changing world. We recruit, employ, train compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, genetic information, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are invited to learn more about National Wildlife Federation’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion at nwf.org/equity .
We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job, therefore our job descriptions are guidelines, not hard and fast rules. Your experience, which may include paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work, helps build the competencies and knowledge that translates to our openings. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and a culture of excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions.
Please let us know if you require accommodations during the application or interview process by reaching us at hrhelp@nwf.org or 703-438-6244.
If selected for this position, a background check will be conducted.
Dec 02, 2022
Full time
Hispanics Enjoying Camping, Hunting, and the Outdoors (HECHO) was created in 2013 to help fulfill our duty to conserve and protect our public lands for future generations. In 2017, HECHO became a program of the National Wildlife Federation (NWF) through a unique and mutually beneficial partnership built upon values of inclusion and equity and a commitment to elevating underrepresented perspectives as part of our conservation missions.
HECHO provides a platform for Hispanics to contribute knowledge and perspectives about public lands conservation issues, enhance leadership capacity of Hispanic leaders, and promote Hispanic cultural heritage and connections to nature. While our focus is on the conservation of public lands in the American Southwest, our work has a national scope and impact. To help achieve our mission of empowering Hispanic leaders to engage their communities in the conservation of our nation’s public lands, we are seeking a Deputy Director to be based in Denver, Colorado .
This is an exciting opportunity to join a flourishing and in-demand program. The time is now for HECHO to expand its reach, influence, and impact by ensuring Hispanic leaders in targeted geographies have the resources they need to drive equitable and enduring public lands conservation wins and Hispanic voices are front and center in public lands decision-making and advocacy. At this pivotal point in HECHO’s growth, to achieve impact at scale, we seek a leader that can direct HECHO’s critical organizational and operational needs in support of growing programmatic work.
Reporting to the HECHO Executive Director, the HECHO Deputy Director will assist the Executive Director in implementing HECHO’s strategic roadmap, and where appropriate implement new processes and approaches to achieve it. They will work with the Executive Director, NWF Operations, and Philanthropy staff to diversify and grow HECHO’s revenue streams while effectively managing systems that maintain efficient operations and build synergies between HECHO and NWF. This full-time position will drive efforts to diversify HECHO’s raised revenue sources and assist HECHO’s Executive Director in the operations of the program, and will be a direct supervisor of several staff.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the implementation of HECHO’s development and fundraising plan by working closely with the Executive Director, HECHO staff, and NWF Philanthropy staff to build revenues from individual donors, businesses, foundations, and other funding sources. This includes:
Cultivating, developing, and deepening relationships with people and institutions, and connecting those relationships to opportunities for giving through gifts of “time, talent, and/or treasure.”
Managing communications with individual supporters and institutional partners, including working with HECHO staff to develop and implement a year-round outreach plan to consistently raise awareness about HECHO and connect to HECHO’s supporters and partners.
Managing the production of annual appeals, donor appreciation outreach, and impact reports.
Supporting and guiding HECHO Advisory Board members involved in soliciting gifts.
Acting as a liaison between the NWF Philanthropy Department and HECHO, collaborating to advance donor prospecting and research, and tracking donors in a database.
Taking ownership for writing compelling letters of inquiry, proposals, and reports for grants and other funding opportunities.
Serve as the lead person assuring efficient operation and administration of the HECHO program. This includes:
Ensuring the management of HECHO operations, including communicating policies and expectations to staff and day-to-day administration (contracts, invoices, expense reporting, etc.).
With NWF Operations and Philanthropy, ensure HECHO properly reports and administers its existing and new grants.
Provide support to the Executive Director as an internal leader by:
Managing HECHO recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and retention.
Coordinating day-to-day staff management and development with HECHO Executive Director.
Assisting in the performance management process to develop annual workplans and measuring progress against goals.
Support the Executive Director in communications with donors, partners, and funders, including drafting and reviewing messaging, coordinating follow-up, and creating an outreach calendar.
Be conversant in HECHO’s mission, programs, and approach to engage external audiences, and to serve as a primary ambassador of the HECHO program.
Build collaborative relationships with partner programs and organizations to create strategic funding and programmatic alignments when possible.
Contribute to an organization culture that values collaboration, learning, equity, and meaningful change.
Qualifications:
Minimum of 10 years of experience with non-profit management, operations and/or fundraising experience.
A passion for and/or understanding of public land conservation and commitment to access, inclusion, and representation on public lands and in their management.
Motivated by values of equity and responsibility to those most marginalized.
Committed to an environmental justice approach in program development and partner engagement.
Demonstrated ability to manage financials and create budgets successfully.
Excellent writing and research skills, and ability to produce and edit work appropriate for external audiences with little oversight.
Proven success in cultivating and deepening relationships with people and institutions.
Authentic, effective, and professional interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to effectively manage across difference.
Familiarity with Hispanic cultural heritage; fluency in Spanish is a plus.
Ability to thrive in a multiple-task work environment, work independently with minimal supervision, set priorities and follow through to completion, with excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Ability to work efficiently and effectively with colleagues across geographies and time zones.
Bachelor’s degree preferred; post-graduate degree and/or relevant work experience desirable.
Experience:
Previous experience in non-profit fundraising, including writing letters of inquiry, grant proposals, and/or grant reports.
Financial management and budgeting experience.
Ability to collaborate, communicate, and coordinate effectively and efficiently with both internal multi-disciplinary teams and external partners to achieve results.
Experience managing simultaneous work streams and tracking deliverables, through various organization systems and work flow processes.
Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to establish priorities and manage activities independently.
Demonstrated knowledge of diverse cultural and historical connections to the land, air, and water, and ability to share that knowledge in a culturally responsive way.
NWF and HECHO Values:
Your actions are expected to reflect the staff values of the National Wildlife Federation: collaboration, mindfulness, empowerment, inclusivity, and mission focus. Your competencies should include:
Being motivated by values of equity and responsibility to those most marginalized;
Consistently bringing a high level of empathy and social skills to work and interpersonal interactions;
Being committed to deepening an environmental justice approach in policy priorities, program development and partner engagement;
Actively seeks feedback, direction, and guidance from all team members and keeps staff informed of decisions that impact them;
Being dedicated to advancing NWF’s internal equity transformation and compelling partners and allies to incorporate equity into their work; and
Passion for and commitment to NWF's and HECHO’s mission.
Travel Requirements:
This position requires in-person travel across the West and to D.C. and can anticipate 4-6 trips per year, 12-15 nights per year, in accordance with COVID-19 safety guidance.
Location and Work Mode :
This position is based in the Denver area with expectation for location in the Denver office. The National Wildlife Federation is committed to a flexible and empowered work environment with an authentic community of care for all staff. In this position, the employee may work in the office or in a hybrid manner, to be decided jointly with their supervisor in the final stages of the interview process.
About National Wildlife Federation:
Founded in 1936, the National Wildlife Federation (NWF or Federation) is America's largest and most trusted grassroots conservation organization with 52 state/territorial affiliates and more than six million members and supporters, including hunters, anglers, gardeners, birders, hikers, campers, paddlers, and outdoor enthusiasts of all stripes. The Federation's mission is to unite all Americans to ensure wildlife thrive in our rapidly changing world through science-based programming focused on conserving wildlife, restoring habitats and waterways, expanding outdoor opportunities, connecting children with nature, and addressing the causes and consequences of climate change.
Salary Range and Benefits:
The salary range for this position is $85,000-$95,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
We are proud of our designation by Mogul as a Top 100 Workplace with the Best Benefits in 2021! We value work-life balance and a family-friendly atmosphere with flexible scheduling. We want you to be able to integrate work and personal life with attention to your self-care, so that your work schedule is not depleting. We offer benefits so you feel restored and fueled through the day and week.
We offer these supports to help manage your mental, emotional, and physical health:
Paid time off: Vacation that starts off at three weeks accrual, unlimited wellbeing (this time can be used for physical, spiritual, emotional, cultural, religious or financial wellbeing for yourself, a partner, or family member – including pets), 10 holidays, and 3 floating holidays
We close down for a paid winter break between December 25 to January 1 to recognize end of-year stress, and time for reflection, rejuvenation, and spending time with family.
Up to 16 weeks of fully paid Family and Medical Leave
Low-cost health, dental, and vision insurance options – all outpatient mental health is covered at in-network rates
Therapist available at no cost
Pet insurance and discount perk program
Annual wellbeing allowance
In addition to your salary, we offer the following supports to your personal finances:
Retirement plan with immediate match and vesting
Annual year end retirement contribution
Tuition Reimbursement
Adoption and Surrogacy assistance
Pet adoption stipend
Student Loan management
Applicants are invited to learn more about National Wildlife Federation’s benefits package at https://www.nwf.org/About-Us/Careers .
COVID Consideration:
The National Wildlife Federation closely follows the 2019 Novel Coronavirus Disease and has implemented processes that promote the safety of our employees, candidates, and communities. Because the health of our employees and candidates is a top priority, we conduct our hiring process virtually via phone or video until further notice. We are currently starting our positions as remote, and are continuing to explore what our future of work will be moving forward. Proof of vaccination will be required to join the National Wildlife Federation.
Application:
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis up through the end of the day on January 9, 2023.
Please submit your resume, along with a letter responding to the following, as a PDF:
Why is HECHO’s mission of interest to you?
Describe a time when you designed and led a project to successful completion.
Describe a successful individual or institutional donor fundraising campaign with which you have been involved or provided a leadership role.
We strive to increase diversity, equity, inclusion and justice (DEIJ) in all elements of our work and with our partners to support the interdependent needs of wildlife and people in a rapidly changing world. We recruit, employ, train compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, genetic information, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are invited to learn more about National Wildlife Federation’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion at nwf.org/equity .
We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job, therefore our job descriptions are guidelines, not hard and fast rules. Your experience, which may include paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work, helps build the competencies and knowledge that translates to our openings. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and a culture of excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions.
Please let us know if you require accommodations during the application or interview process by reaching us at hrhelp@nwf.org or 703-438-6244.
If selected for this position, a background check will be conducted.
Reports to: Senior Director, Operations Staff reporting to this position: None Department: Administration Position classification: Nonexempt, full time; Union - Level 1 Minimum compensation: $48,000
Summary
American Progress is seeking a Facilities Assistant to join its Office Services team. The Facilities Assistant position is a physically demanding and highly visible role that supports the effective monitoring and maintenance of American Progress’ physical space, equipment, fixtures, and appliances and provides front desk coverage in partnership with the team’s Administrative Associate. This position is responsible for providing exceptional customer service through a variety of facilities-related and front desk tasks, including greeting and directing visitors and guests; answering and redirecting phone calls; setting up conference rooms; supporting internal moves; relocating furniture and making light furniture repairs; stocking and maintaining the supply inventory; and processing and distributing mail. The successful candidate will be expected to work from American Progress’ office five days per week.
The Facilities Assistant is a critical member of the Office Services team who not only supports efforts requiring daily physical labor but also advances effective overall business operations. The successful candidate must be able to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and respond quickly to facilities-related matters. American Progress is seeking a candidate who understands that effective maintenance of the office truly matters and ideally has experience in building maintenance or mail services.
This position is ideal for a candidate who supports American Progress’ mission to improve the lives of all American, through bold, progressive ideas, as well as strong leadership and concerted action, with the aim of not only changing the conversation, but changing the country.
Responsibilities:
Provide daily part-time front desk services in partnership with the Administrative Associate.
Greet and announce guests in a professional, accurate, and efficient manner.
Answer all incoming phone calls and ensure that they are redirected quickly, accurately, and in accordance with established guidelines.
Open and/or close the reception area and maintain it in a clean and orderly fashion.
Maintain and set up conference rooms and meeting spaces.
Provide standard pre- and post-meeting make-ready services.
Configure conference rooms by adding or removing furniture and other meeting materials as requested.
Serve as backup to the Information Technology Services team for providing basic technical support in meeting spaces.
Maintain and monitor American Progress’ workspaces, furniture, fixtures, tool availability, kitchen appliances and equipment, and office and kitchen supply inventories.
Coordinate with the building’s engineering team to ensure smooth facilities operations.
Repair and relocate furniture and amenities as needed.
Track kitchen appliance warranty provisions and expiration dates.
Coordinate the repair and replacement of appliances and non-information technology equipment and educate staff on their proper use and care.
Stock and maintain inventory of standard office and kitchen supplies on each floor.
Execute general facilities operations.
Support security efforts by activating and deactivating access cards and updating visitor and day-pass access card logs.
Maintain orderly appearance of common areas and spaces.
Address staff reports or requests concerning damages to equipment and the facility.
Support emergency preparedness efforts by serving as tertiary member of the building’s emergency preparedness team.
Provide workspace make-ready and set-up services, including by setting up new hire workstations and private offices, conducting post-departure desk purges, and serving as backup for conducting facilities orientations for new hires.
Monitor heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) services and comfort levels by effectively resolving HVAC issues and escalating ongoing issues to building engineers and department leadership appropriately and submitting requests for overtime HVAC requests via the building engineering online portal.
Receive, process, and distribute faxes, mail, and packages, including collecting and processing personal postage expenses, coordinating courier and messaging services, processing outgoing mail, and collecting and distributing newspapers and other publications.
Support internal moves by providing moving supplies and assistance.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements and qualifications:
One to two years of facilities management, building/office management, or mailroom experience.
Ability to be professional and poised with all levels of staff, politicians, dignitaries, and other high-profile guests.
Mechanically inclined with the capacity to use—and learn how to use—tools.
Demonstrated reliability and strong work ethic.
Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities.
Exceptional problem-solving skills.
Capacity to exercise good professional judgment.
Demonstrated customer service experience.
Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite—especially Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
Ability to work overtime when required.
Ability to lift 40 pounds.
American Progress offers a full and competitive benefits package. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. This position is part of a bargaining unit represented by IFPTE Local 70 and has a minimum salary of $48,000.
This position is expected to work from American Progress’ Washington, D.C., office Monday through Friday. We will continue to monitor COVID-19 and the levels of community spread and adjust plans as needed for in-office work. Any changes to our current hybrid work policy will be communicated at the time of hire.
Nov 08, 2022
Full time
Reports to: Senior Director, Operations Staff reporting to this position: None Department: Administration Position classification: Nonexempt, full time; Union - Level 1 Minimum compensation: $48,000
Summary
American Progress is seeking a Facilities Assistant to join its Office Services team. The Facilities Assistant position is a physically demanding and highly visible role that supports the effective monitoring and maintenance of American Progress’ physical space, equipment, fixtures, and appliances and provides front desk coverage in partnership with the team’s Administrative Associate. This position is responsible for providing exceptional customer service through a variety of facilities-related and front desk tasks, including greeting and directing visitors and guests; answering and redirecting phone calls; setting up conference rooms; supporting internal moves; relocating furniture and making light furniture repairs; stocking and maintaining the supply inventory; and processing and distributing mail. The successful candidate will be expected to work from American Progress’ office five days per week.
The Facilities Assistant is a critical member of the Office Services team who not only supports efforts requiring daily physical labor but also advances effective overall business operations. The successful candidate must be able to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and respond quickly to facilities-related matters. American Progress is seeking a candidate who understands that effective maintenance of the office truly matters and ideally has experience in building maintenance or mail services.
This position is ideal for a candidate who supports American Progress’ mission to improve the lives of all American, through bold, progressive ideas, as well as strong leadership and concerted action, with the aim of not only changing the conversation, but changing the country.
Responsibilities:
Provide daily part-time front desk services in partnership with the Administrative Associate.
Greet and announce guests in a professional, accurate, and efficient manner.
Answer all incoming phone calls and ensure that they are redirected quickly, accurately, and in accordance with established guidelines.
Open and/or close the reception area and maintain it in a clean and orderly fashion.
Maintain and set up conference rooms and meeting spaces.
Provide standard pre- and post-meeting make-ready services.
Configure conference rooms by adding or removing furniture and other meeting materials as requested.
Serve as backup to the Information Technology Services team for providing basic technical support in meeting spaces.
Maintain and monitor American Progress’ workspaces, furniture, fixtures, tool availability, kitchen appliances and equipment, and office and kitchen supply inventories.
Coordinate with the building’s engineering team to ensure smooth facilities operations.
Repair and relocate furniture and amenities as needed.
Track kitchen appliance warranty provisions and expiration dates.
Coordinate the repair and replacement of appliances and non-information technology equipment and educate staff on their proper use and care.
Stock and maintain inventory of standard office and kitchen supplies on each floor.
Execute general facilities operations.
Support security efforts by activating and deactivating access cards and updating visitor and day-pass access card logs.
Maintain orderly appearance of common areas and spaces.
Address staff reports or requests concerning damages to equipment and the facility.
Support emergency preparedness efforts by serving as tertiary member of the building’s emergency preparedness team.
Provide workspace make-ready and set-up services, including by setting up new hire workstations and private offices, conducting post-departure desk purges, and serving as backup for conducting facilities orientations for new hires.
Monitor heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) services and comfort levels by effectively resolving HVAC issues and escalating ongoing issues to building engineers and department leadership appropriately and submitting requests for overtime HVAC requests via the building engineering online portal.
Receive, process, and distribute faxes, mail, and packages, including collecting and processing personal postage expenses, coordinating courier and messaging services, processing outgoing mail, and collecting and distributing newspapers and other publications.
Support internal moves by providing moving supplies and assistance.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements and qualifications:
One to two years of facilities management, building/office management, or mailroom experience.
Ability to be professional and poised with all levels of staff, politicians, dignitaries, and other high-profile guests.
Mechanically inclined with the capacity to use—and learn how to use—tools.
Demonstrated reliability and strong work ethic.
Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities.
Exceptional problem-solving skills.
Capacity to exercise good professional judgment.
Demonstrated customer service experience.
Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite—especially Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
Ability to work overtime when required.
Ability to lift 40 pounds.
American Progress offers a full and competitive benefits package. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. This position is part of a bargaining unit represented by IFPTE Local 70 and has a minimum salary of $48,000.
This position is expected to work from American Progress’ Washington, D.C., office Monday through Friday. We will continue to monitor COVID-19 and the levels of community spread and adjust plans as needed for in-office work. Any changes to our current hybrid work policy will be communicated at the time of hire.
King County Department of Local Services, Permitting Division
Renton, WA
SUMMARY:
In order to hire and maintain a quality workforce that reflects the diversity of the community and works well within our True North values-based organization, the Permitting Division of the department of Local Services (DLS) is accepting applications for the career-service position of Product Line Manager - Code Enforcement.
The Product Line Manager - Code Enforcement will lead and manage code enforcement, permit, inspection, or permit support services. Incumbents provide supervision to staff who investigate, and process complaints of violations of the King County Code. The Product Line Manager must be able to perform personally and cultivate among the staff within the Product Line a sophisticated balance between careful adherence to applicable laws and policies while also providing superior customer service. Product Line Managers report to the Assistant Director for Permitting.
JOB DUTIES:
To be considered for this opportunity, you must at a minimum, demonstrate knowledge, skill and ability to:
Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. In this role, you will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices to all aspects of the work.
Provide leadership and manage daily operations and resources within the workgroup; establish priorities; ensure target timelines are achieved within the product line; serve as a resource within the product line and for the department.
Draft and implement product line work plans, ensuring goals and objectives align with County and department strategic plans.
Identify and develop staffing requirements; set performance expectations; evaluate staff performance; and make hiring, disciplinary and termination decisions.
Plan, organize, and coordinate work activities of assigned unit; prepare work schedules and staffing plans; provide guidance and technical assistance to staff; and help resolve technical problems.
Develop, plan, and coordinate projects; serve as primary internal and external point of contact for questions concerning case/permit/project status and other matters within the product line; help resolve case/permit and process-related issues and customer issues.
Identify and develop staffing requirements; set performance expectations; evaluate staff performance; and make hiring, disciplinary and termination decisions.
Plan, organize, and coordinate work activities of assigned unit; prepare work schedules and staffing plans; provide guidance and technical assistance to staff; and help resolve technical problems.
Develop, plan, and coordinate projects; serve as primary internal and external point of contact for questions concerning case/permit/project status and other matters within the product line; help resolve case/permit and process-related issues and customer issues.
Identify training needs; create and implement on-going training programs for staff.
Recommend possible code and plan amendments.
Acknowledging the sometimes-contentious nature of the code enforcement industry, create and maintain a culture of superior customer service; instill a mindset whereby staff, to the extent possible, consider alternative solutions that protects the public, the environment and supports the customer’s goal.
Represent King County in legal action by acting as expert witness, giving depositions and answering interrogatories on matters involving enforcement actions.
Provide information to the public on code clarification, code interpretation and enforcement issues.
Perform other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS:
The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:
A Bachelor’s degree in public or business administration, criminology or related field, urban planning, industrial engineering, architecture, or similar field and progressive experience in management, including supervising staff OR Any combination of experience/education/training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the work.
Knowledge of codes, ordinances, policies, and laws at various jurisdictional levels that pertain to the specialty area
Knowledge of data reporting, quantitative, and analytical tools/techniques
Knowledge of principles and practices of management and public administration
Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices, workload planning, and scheduling
Skill in system/organizational analysis
Skill in applying and analyzing metrics to measure product line performance
Skill in implementing, interpreting, and amending jurisdictional codes
Ability to read and interpret plans, policies, and regulations, and determine when legal or other professional assistance is required
Skill in working with and supporting elected or appointed public boards or commissions
Skill in working in a political environment
Advanced skills in providing customer service
Skill in personnel management, including mentoring and coaching staff, goal setting, and performance management
Advanced skills in verbal and written communications
Skill in handling multiple competing priorities
Skill in analytical thinking, problem solving, and conflict resolution
Skill in planning, organization, and project management
Skill in proactively identifying problems and allocating available resources to ensure early resolution of issues, coordinating use of staff/resources across product lines as needed.
Ability to effectively engage in and sustain relationships with people from diverse cultures and socio-economic backgrounds.
Ability to work independently and as a team member.
Demonstrated proficiency with business applications, such as Microsoft Office suite and permitting software.
Experience in the investigation of complaints and the code enforcement process.
Skill in providing solutions to code questions and interpretations.
Skill in making presentations to non-technical audiences and/or providing testimony in litigation matters.
Desirable Qualifications:
International Code Council (ICC) Code Enforcement certification
Demonstrated experience leading both entry and journey level code enforcement professionals
Considerable knowledge of applicable state, federal and local laws, rules, ordinances, and regulatory standards applicable to the work.
Effective facilitation and negotiation skills
Necessary Special Requirements:
An offer of employment will be contingent on the success of a pre-employment physical examination.
Must have a valid Washington State driver's license and a good driving record. A complete driving abstract will be required.
Must be able to use office equipment and software.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Those applicants who pass the initial screening will be invited to interview the Week of October 24, 2022.
If selected as a finalist, you will be invited to come back the week of October 31, 2022, for a second interview.
This recruitment may be used to fill vacancies for up to 6 months, including special duty assignments, STT and TLT opportunities.
WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to all qualified applicants. First consideration will be given to current PROTEC17 members in the same classification that are eligible for lateral transfer. WORK SCHEDULE: The work week is normally Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., but may at times require work outside of normal business hours and/or on weekends. This full-time position is not overtime eligible. FORMS AND MATERIALS: An online employment application, resume, and cover letter (no more than 2 pages) summarizing how you meet the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills for the position.
SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants will be screened for clarity, completeness, and competitiveness. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more interviews. Interviews will be conducted via Teams. Reference checks and file reviews will be conducted. UNION MEMBERSHIP: PROTEC17
For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Vivienne Swai Human Resources Analyst 206-477-1538 vswai @kingcounty.gov
Covid-19 Vaccination Requirement
King County Executive Branch employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. If you are the successful candidate for the position you applied for, the County will send you a conditional offer letter.
As a condition of employment, prior to a final offer of employment, you will be required to:
submit proof of vaccination or
have an approved request for medical or religious exemption and an approved ccommodation. Philosophical, political, scientific, or sociological objections to vaccination will not be considered for an exemption or accommodation.
People are considered fully vaccinated against COVID-19 two weeks after receiving the final dose of a vaccination approved by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
The Executive Branch includes employees in the Executive branch, the Assessor’s Office, Elections, the King County Sheriff’s Office, and the Executive Office
Teleworking Requirement:
The work associated with this position will be performed predominantly by teleworking; complemented with onsite work and meetings as needed. Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities.) Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection (access may be supplemented in some situations) where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. Please note that when an employee conducts work that is likely to bring them in contact with another individual, safety precautions are required, including the wearing of masks in some situations . King County is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to reducing our carbon footprint. King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment.
Forbes recently named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our " True North ", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
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Oct 13, 2022
Full time
SUMMARY:
In order to hire and maintain a quality workforce that reflects the diversity of the community and works well within our True North values-based organization, the Permitting Division of the department of Local Services (DLS) is accepting applications for the career-service position of Product Line Manager - Code Enforcement.
The Product Line Manager - Code Enforcement will lead and manage code enforcement, permit, inspection, or permit support services. Incumbents provide supervision to staff who investigate, and process complaints of violations of the King County Code. The Product Line Manager must be able to perform personally and cultivate among the staff within the Product Line a sophisticated balance between careful adherence to applicable laws and policies while also providing superior customer service. Product Line Managers report to the Assistant Director for Permitting.
JOB DUTIES:
To be considered for this opportunity, you must at a minimum, demonstrate knowledge, skill and ability to:
Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. In this role, you will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices to all aspects of the work.
Provide leadership and manage daily operations and resources within the workgroup; establish priorities; ensure target timelines are achieved within the product line; serve as a resource within the product line and for the department.
Draft and implement product line work plans, ensuring goals and objectives align with County and department strategic plans.
Identify and develop staffing requirements; set performance expectations; evaluate staff performance; and make hiring, disciplinary and termination decisions.
Plan, organize, and coordinate work activities of assigned unit; prepare work schedules and staffing plans; provide guidance and technical assistance to staff; and help resolve technical problems.
Develop, plan, and coordinate projects; serve as primary internal and external point of contact for questions concerning case/permit/project status and other matters within the product line; help resolve case/permit and process-related issues and customer issues.
Identify and develop staffing requirements; set performance expectations; evaluate staff performance; and make hiring, disciplinary and termination decisions.
Plan, organize, and coordinate work activities of assigned unit; prepare work schedules and staffing plans; provide guidance and technical assistance to staff; and help resolve technical problems.
Develop, plan, and coordinate projects; serve as primary internal and external point of contact for questions concerning case/permit/project status and other matters within the product line; help resolve case/permit and process-related issues and customer issues.
Identify training needs; create and implement on-going training programs for staff.
Recommend possible code and plan amendments.
Acknowledging the sometimes-contentious nature of the code enforcement industry, create and maintain a culture of superior customer service; instill a mindset whereby staff, to the extent possible, consider alternative solutions that protects the public, the environment and supports the customer’s goal.
Represent King County in legal action by acting as expert witness, giving depositions and answering interrogatories on matters involving enforcement actions.
Provide information to the public on code clarification, code interpretation and enforcement issues.
Perform other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS:
The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:
A Bachelor’s degree in public or business administration, criminology or related field, urban planning, industrial engineering, architecture, or similar field and progressive experience in management, including supervising staff OR Any combination of experience/education/training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the work.
Knowledge of codes, ordinances, policies, and laws at various jurisdictional levels that pertain to the specialty area
Knowledge of data reporting, quantitative, and analytical tools/techniques
Knowledge of principles and practices of management and public administration
Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices, workload planning, and scheduling
Skill in system/organizational analysis
Skill in applying and analyzing metrics to measure product line performance
Skill in implementing, interpreting, and amending jurisdictional codes
Ability to read and interpret plans, policies, and regulations, and determine when legal or other professional assistance is required
Skill in working with and supporting elected or appointed public boards or commissions
Skill in working in a political environment
Advanced skills in providing customer service
Skill in personnel management, including mentoring and coaching staff, goal setting, and performance management
Advanced skills in verbal and written communications
Skill in handling multiple competing priorities
Skill in analytical thinking, problem solving, and conflict resolution
Skill in planning, organization, and project management
Skill in proactively identifying problems and allocating available resources to ensure early resolution of issues, coordinating use of staff/resources across product lines as needed.
Ability to effectively engage in and sustain relationships with people from diverse cultures and socio-economic backgrounds.
Ability to work independently and as a team member.
Demonstrated proficiency with business applications, such as Microsoft Office suite and permitting software.
Experience in the investigation of complaints and the code enforcement process.
Skill in providing solutions to code questions and interpretations.
Skill in making presentations to non-technical audiences and/or providing testimony in litigation matters.
Desirable Qualifications:
International Code Council (ICC) Code Enforcement certification
Demonstrated experience leading both entry and journey level code enforcement professionals
Considerable knowledge of applicable state, federal and local laws, rules, ordinances, and regulatory standards applicable to the work.
Effective facilitation and negotiation skills
Necessary Special Requirements:
An offer of employment will be contingent on the success of a pre-employment physical examination.
Must have a valid Washington State driver's license and a good driving record. A complete driving abstract will be required.
Must be able to use office equipment and software.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Those applicants who pass the initial screening will be invited to interview the Week of October 24, 2022.
If selected as a finalist, you will be invited to come back the week of October 31, 2022, for a second interview.
This recruitment may be used to fill vacancies for up to 6 months, including special duty assignments, STT and TLT opportunities.
WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to all qualified applicants. First consideration will be given to current PROTEC17 members in the same classification that are eligible for lateral transfer. WORK SCHEDULE: The work week is normally Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., but may at times require work outside of normal business hours and/or on weekends. This full-time position is not overtime eligible. FORMS AND MATERIALS: An online employment application, resume, and cover letter (no more than 2 pages) summarizing how you meet the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills for the position.
SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants will be screened for clarity, completeness, and competitiveness. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more interviews. Interviews will be conducted via Teams. Reference checks and file reviews will be conducted. UNION MEMBERSHIP: PROTEC17
For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Vivienne Swai Human Resources Analyst 206-477-1538 vswai @kingcounty.gov
Covid-19 Vaccination Requirement
King County Executive Branch employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. If you are the successful candidate for the position you applied for, the County will send you a conditional offer letter.
As a condition of employment, prior to a final offer of employment, you will be required to:
submit proof of vaccination or
have an approved request for medical or religious exemption and an approved ccommodation. Philosophical, political, scientific, or sociological objections to vaccination will not be considered for an exemption or accommodation.
People are considered fully vaccinated against COVID-19 two weeks after receiving the final dose of a vaccination approved by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
The Executive Branch includes employees in the Executive branch, the Assessor’s Office, Elections, the King County Sheriff’s Office, and the Executive Office
Teleworking Requirement:
The work associated with this position will be performed predominantly by teleworking; complemented with onsite work and meetings as needed. Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities.) Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection (access may be supplemented in some situations) where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. Please note that when an employee conducts work that is likely to bring them in contact with another individual, safety precautions are required, including the wearing of masks in some situations . King County is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to reducing our carbon footprint. King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment.
Forbes recently named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our " True North ", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
To Apply
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Organization Overview
GreenLight Fund is a national nonprofit with a local focus that partners with communities to create opportunities for inclusive prosperity.
Each year we facilitate a community-driven process that matches the local needs of individuals and families not met by existing programs, to organizations with track records of success elsewhere. Working with communities, we identify, invite in and launch proven organizations, providing collaborative support so they can quickly take root and deliver change.
Everything we do is designed to remove barriers to inclusive prosperity all too often rooted in racial inequities. Our impact increases exponentially as we address one specific, community-identified need each year, in each GreenLight site.
Since 2004, we have launched 39 portfolio organizations across eleven sites, invested $26M, and attracted an additional $169M from other funding sources, reaching more than 417,000 individuals and families in 2021 alone.
To learn more about the GreenLight Fund, please visit www.greenlightfund.org .
Position Overview
Reporting to the Chief of Staff, the Strategic Support Manager will support the creation and implementation of key systems and processes to create organizational efficiencies, enable agility, support decision making, drive toward clarity, and increase alignment while ensuring the operational effectiveness of the CEO and Chief of Staff.
We are seeking a generalist who loves to solve problems, connect dots, build systems, create efficiencies and to do so without an ego, always centering the good of the organization as the main goal.
Key Areas of Responsibility
Executive Office Support
Provide scheduling, operational management, and proactive planning to support the CEO and Chief of Staff.
Build systems, manage processes, and gather necessary information to ensure effective and efficient workflow of the CEO and Chief of Staff.
Oversee and execute general office operations that relate to the CEO’s & Chief of Staff’s work.
Manage all logistics for the Board of Directors to ensure they have the information, tools, and materials to execute their function on behalf of GreenLight.
Lead the development of systems and processes to ensure our Board of Directors remain engaged and connected to the work of GreenLight.
Support communication between the CEO, Chief of Staff, board members, and GreenLight’s board chair and co-founder.
Optimization
Manage and maintain internal systems to track progress to annual organizational and strategic goals.
Support and triage cross functional workflows to help ensure clear priorities, ownership, stakeholder engagement, and agile decision making.
In the event of capacity gaps, provide support to meet critical needs, smooth transitions, and keep our organization and goals on track.
Support the creation and implementation of systems and processes to strengthen organizational leadership and cross functional collaboration.
Integration
Support the development of systems and internal processes to maintain strong internal communication.
Manage the logistics for the annual staff retreat as well as Management and Leadership Team retreats.
Manage the agenda creation and facilitation of staff meetings.
Implementation
Manage cross functional special projects from start to finish.
MUST HAVE COMPETENCIES
Believe In Racial Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging : You recognize the ways that race, gender, and other identities intersect in our work and in the communities that we serve. You understand the historical context for racial inequity and its present-day implications and are comfortable talking about race, gender, and other identities. You are able to hear, reflect, and act on feedback related to identity and equity with the aim to learn.
Self Confidence to Execute : You believe in your own capabilities and knowledge, and work to grow your skills, to effect positive outcomes and succeed even where others may not. You take responsibility for your actions and hold yourself accountable.
Service Orientation : You don’t approach your work with ego and understand the critical need to keep the ultimate goals of organizational success and the effective and efficient operations of the CEO, Chief of Staff, and organizational leadership at the forefront while performing your day-to-day duties.
Project Management : You assess the complexities and dependencies in managing projects/activities; break down work into discrete tasks and target dates for personal or team completion. You prioritize activities based on what’s most important and urgent, factoring in organizational, functional, and individual objectives.
Manage Up : You regularly anticipate challenges and actively work to prevent them regarding the work of the CEO and Chief of Staff, and you are comfortable sharing your perspective to those more senior than you in the organization.
Communication Skills & Responsiveness : You express yourself using clear, effective, and efficient language. You Listen patiently and attentively and adapt the purpose of the communication with appropriate style, substance, detail, and confidence. You consistently deliver on timelines and commitments made to others and promptly respond to emails, phone calls, texts etc.
Discretion and Confidentiality : You have the ability to keep essential information confidential and appropriate for specific audiences.
Location
Preference for position to be based in Boston. Open to candidates being based in one of GreenLight Fund's other cities: Atlanta, Baltimore, Charlotte, Cincinnati, Detroit, Kansas City, Newark, Philadelphia, San Francisco Bay Area or Twin Cities Minnesota.
Salary
The salary range for this position is $75,000 - $80,000 commensurate with skills and experience.
GreenLight offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k match, and generous PTO and parental leave, as well as short- and long-term disability, life insurance, FSA, EAP, remote work assistance, health and wellness stipend, and professional development stipend.
GreenLight Fund is committed to fostering diversity, equity and inclusion at every level of the organization. GreenLight Fund recognizes and appreciates the value of building a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive work environment. GreenLight Fund takes pride in being an equal opportunity employer regardless of age, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental ability, race, region, sexual orientation or veteran status.
If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hr@greenlightfund.org
Aug 04, 2022
Full time
Organization Overview
GreenLight Fund is a national nonprofit with a local focus that partners with communities to create opportunities for inclusive prosperity.
Each year we facilitate a community-driven process that matches the local needs of individuals and families not met by existing programs, to organizations with track records of success elsewhere. Working with communities, we identify, invite in and launch proven organizations, providing collaborative support so they can quickly take root and deliver change.
Everything we do is designed to remove barriers to inclusive prosperity all too often rooted in racial inequities. Our impact increases exponentially as we address one specific, community-identified need each year, in each GreenLight site.
Since 2004, we have launched 39 portfolio organizations across eleven sites, invested $26M, and attracted an additional $169M from other funding sources, reaching more than 417,000 individuals and families in 2021 alone.
To learn more about the GreenLight Fund, please visit www.greenlightfund.org .
Position Overview
Reporting to the Chief of Staff, the Strategic Support Manager will support the creation and implementation of key systems and processes to create organizational efficiencies, enable agility, support decision making, drive toward clarity, and increase alignment while ensuring the operational effectiveness of the CEO and Chief of Staff.
We are seeking a generalist who loves to solve problems, connect dots, build systems, create efficiencies and to do so without an ego, always centering the good of the organization as the main goal.
Key Areas of Responsibility
Executive Office Support
Provide scheduling, operational management, and proactive planning to support the CEO and Chief of Staff.
Build systems, manage processes, and gather necessary information to ensure effective and efficient workflow of the CEO and Chief of Staff.
Oversee and execute general office operations that relate to the CEO’s & Chief of Staff’s work.
Manage all logistics for the Board of Directors to ensure they have the information, tools, and materials to execute their function on behalf of GreenLight.
Lead the development of systems and processes to ensure our Board of Directors remain engaged and connected to the work of GreenLight.
Support communication between the CEO, Chief of Staff, board members, and GreenLight’s board chair and co-founder.
Optimization
Manage and maintain internal systems to track progress to annual organizational and strategic goals.
Support and triage cross functional workflows to help ensure clear priorities, ownership, stakeholder engagement, and agile decision making.
In the event of capacity gaps, provide support to meet critical needs, smooth transitions, and keep our organization and goals on track.
Support the creation and implementation of systems and processes to strengthen organizational leadership and cross functional collaboration.
Integration
Support the development of systems and internal processes to maintain strong internal communication.
Manage the logistics for the annual staff retreat as well as Management and Leadership Team retreats.
Manage the agenda creation and facilitation of staff meetings.
Implementation
Manage cross functional special projects from start to finish.
MUST HAVE COMPETENCIES
Believe In Racial Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging : You recognize the ways that race, gender, and other identities intersect in our work and in the communities that we serve. You understand the historical context for racial inequity and its present-day implications and are comfortable talking about race, gender, and other identities. You are able to hear, reflect, and act on feedback related to identity and equity with the aim to learn.
Self Confidence to Execute : You believe in your own capabilities and knowledge, and work to grow your skills, to effect positive outcomes and succeed even where others may not. You take responsibility for your actions and hold yourself accountable.
Service Orientation : You don’t approach your work with ego and understand the critical need to keep the ultimate goals of organizational success and the effective and efficient operations of the CEO, Chief of Staff, and organizational leadership at the forefront while performing your day-to-day duties.
Project Management : You assess the complexities and dependencies in managing projects/activities; break down work into discrete tasks and target dates for personal or team completion. You prioritize activities based on what’s most important and urgent, factoring in organizational, functional, and individual objectives.
Manage Up : You regularly anticipate challenges and actively work to prevent them regarding the work of the CEO and Chief of Staff, and you are comfortable sharing your perspective to those more senior than you in the organization.
Communication Skills & Responsiveness : You express yourself using clear, effective, and efficient language. You Listen patiently and attentively and adapt the purpose of the communication with appropriate style, substance, detail, and confidence. You consistently deliver on timelines and commitments made to others and promptly respond to emails, phone calls, texts etc.
Discretion and Confidentiality : You have the ability to keep essential information confidential and appropriate for specific audiences.
Location
Preference for position to be based in Boston. Open to candidates being based in one of GreenLight Fund's other cities: Atlanta, Baltimore, Charlotte, Cincinnati, Detroit, Kansas City, Newark, Philadelphia, San Francisco Bay Area or Twin Cities Minnesota.
Salary
The salary range for this position is $75,000 - $80,000 commensurate with skills and experience.
GreenLight offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k match, and generous PTO and parental leave, as well as short- and long-term disability, life insurance, FSA, EAP, remote work assistance, health and wellness stipend, and professional development stipend.
GreenLight Fund is committed to fostering diversity, equity and inclusion at every level of the organization. GreenLight Fund recognizes and appreciates the value of building a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive work environment. GreenLight Fund takes pride in being an equal opportunity employer regardless of age, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental ability, race, region, sexual orientation or veteran status.
If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hr@greenlightfund.org
University of Washington | Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation
The Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) is an independent research center at the University of Washington. Its mission is to deliver to the world timely, relevant, and scientifically valid evidence to improve health policy and practice. IHME carries out its mission through a range of projects within different research areas including the Global Burden of Diseases, Injuries, and Risk Factors; Future Health Scenarios; Cost Effectiveness and Efficiency; Resource Tracking; and Impact Evaluations. Our vision is to provide policymakers, donors, and researchers with the highest-quality quantitative evidence base so all people live long lives in full health. IHME is committed to providing the evidence base necessary to help solve the world’s most important health problems. This requires creativity and innovation, which are cultivated by an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment that respects and appreciates differences, embraces collaboration, and invites the voices of all IHME team members. IHME has an outstanding opportunity for a Program Coordinator that will provide day-to-day program support performing complex and varied fiscal and administrative functions within IHME and supporting the Global Burden of Diseases, Injuries, and Risk Factors; Future Health Scenarios research and the UW Population Health Initiative programs. The Program Coordinator serves as a resource and a point of contact for accurate information about these programs in relation to events, conferences, summits, and key research deliverable timelines. This position requires an individual to build effective working relationships with individuals within and outside the organization from a variety of professional levels and backgrounds while exhibiting poise, responsiveness, a keen awareness of details, and impeccable integrity when dealing with sensitive materials and topics. The individual will independently provide overall effective and efficient communication and coordination for each program, interpreting and applying policies, guidelines, and procedures to answer inquiries from faculty, fellows, staff, students, and global external collaborators. The individual must develop an awareness of the research context of the programs they partner with in order to best understand priorities and execute work against demanding deadlines and while juggling multiple tasks. Additionally this position operates the reception desk and is the dedicated resource to IHME faculty, staff and visitors. The Program Coordinator is the initial contact for visitors to the Institute. This position is key to presenting a first impression of the Institute in the best manner possible and requires a high level of professionalism. This role will be an active member of the Financial Planning and Operations team and will report to the Assistant Director of Administration. This position is contingent upon project funding availability.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Program support and coordination
Provide accurate and efficient communication to staff, faculty, fellows, and the public with information and interpretation of policies and procedures related to the program’s specialties.
Coordinate and lead meetings with faculty and staff to schedule out projected events/meetings, determining scope and necessary elements. Lead and meet timelines for these projects as assigned by program directors.
Manage and organize conferences, summits, and guest speaking events with internal and external collaborators, government officials, media, and public and private institutions, to include coordinating meeting logistics, scheduling appointments and meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing business visa application documents for faculty and visitors as needed.
Assist program heads with composing or editing reports and meeting presentation materials per IHME’s style guidelines.
Initiate purchases of goods, services, and supplies in accordance with UW policies and procedures as needed, check order status and resolve problems efficiently and effectively.
Analyze and process expense reports, reimbursements, and check requests in an accurate and timely fashion.
Identify mechanisms to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, and streamline work processes.
Reception support
Provide assistance with day to day front desk duties, to include, but not limited to: answering phones, maintaining front desk email account and schedule, greeting visitors and facilitating smooth transitions to meetings, ordering business cards, providing estimates for shipping, packaging and entering requests, receiving and notifying for packages, maintaining various logs, daily kitchen and conference room upkeep, and working with building management and staff for facility operations.
Professionally conduct work with the highest level of integrity and discretion as it relates to international visitors and dignitaries, faculty, staff, and students.
Assist with Institute administrative tasks, including but not limited to: assembly of professional documents for Scientific Oversight Group (SOG) and IHME Board of Directors, data entry and moderate clerical support for presentation materials.
Utilize independent judgment and discretion while engaging with internal and external collaborators, government officials, media, and public and private institutions and representatives.
Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
High school graduation or equivalent AND two years of experience in supporting a program and/or executives OR equivalent education/experience.
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Adept diplomacy and exemplary interpersonal skills required. Must be agile at forming respectful and rewarding relationships with people with different levels of experience and expertise from a variety of cultural, linguistic, and professional settings.
Ability to react with appropriate levels of urgency and creatively solve problems to situations and events that require quick response or turnaround.
High level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information and dealing with professionals inside and outside the company.
Strong MS Office software skills – proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook, email, calendaring, and scheduling are minimum requirements.
Track record of being organized and detail-oriented, with an ability to work both independently and collaboratively to achieve objectives.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and collaborative environment to manage multiple priorities while coordinating resources needed to meet deadlines.
Flexibility and willingness to assume new tasks or special projects.
Flexibility to work nights and weekends a must.
Interest in learning about the Institute’s work and an ability to clearly relate and communicate its work.
A commitment to working to alongside others at IHME to illuminate the health impacts of systemic racism and to work within IHME to make our organization more diverse and inclusive. See IHME’s DEI statement here: http://www.healthdata.org/get-involved/careers/dei
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Weekend and evening work sometimes required.
This position is open to anyone authorized to work in the U.S. The UW is not able to sponsor visas for staff positions.
This position is located in Seattle, Washington working in-person at the IHME office on UW Campus.
Application Process: The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Workforce Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.
Dec 30, 2021
Full time
The Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) is an independent research center at the University of Washington. Its mission is to deliver to the world timely, relevant, and scientifically valid evidence to improve health policy and practice. IHME carries out its mission through a range of projects within different research areas including the Global Burden of Diseases, Injuries, and Risk Factors; Future Health Scenarios; Cost Effectiveness and Efficiency; Resource Tracking; and Impact Evaluations. Our vision is to provide policymakers, donors, and researchers with the highest-quality quantitative evidence base so all people live long lives in full health. IHME is committed to providing the evidence base necessary to help solve the world’s most important health problems. This requires creativity and innovation, which are cultivated by an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment that respects and appreciates differences, embraces collaboration, and invites the voices of all IHME team members. IHME has an outstanding opportunity for a Program Coordinator that will provide day-to-day program support performing complex and varied fiscal and administrative functions within IHME and supporting the Global Burden of Diseases, Injuries, and Risk Factors; Future Health Scenarios research and the UW Population Health Initiative programs. The Program Coordinator serves as a resource and a point of contact for accurate information about these programs in relation to events, conferences, summits, and key research deliverable timelines. This position requires an individual to build effective working relationships with individuals within and outside the organization from a variety of professional levels and backgrounds while exhibiting poise, responsiveness, a keen awareness of details, and impeccable integrity when dealing with sensitive materials and topics. The individual will independently provide overall effective and efficient communication and coordination for each program, interpreting and applying policies, guidelines, and procedures to answer inquiries from faculty, fellows, staff, students, and global external collaborators. The individual must develop an awareness of the research context of the programs they partner with in order to best understand priorities and execute work against demanding deadlines and while juggling multiple tasks. Additionally this position operates the reception desk and is the dedicated resource to IHME faculty, staff and visitors. The Program Coordinator is the initial contact for visitors to the Institute. This position is key to presenting a first impression of the Institute in the best manner possible and requires a high level of professionalism. This role will be an active member of the Financial Planning and Operations team and will report to the Assistant Director of Administration. This position is contingent upon project funding availability.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Program support and coordination
Provide accurate and efficient communication to staff, faculty, fellows, and the public with information and interpretation of policies and procedures related to the program’s specialties.
Coordinate and lead meetings with faculty and staff to schedule out projected events/meetings, determining scope and necessary elements. Lead and meet timelines for these projects as assigned by program directors.
Manage and organize conferences, summits, and guest speaking events with internal and external collaborators, government officials, media, and public and private institutions, to include coordinating meeting logistics, scheduling appointments and meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing business visa application documents for faculty and visitors as needed.
Assist program heads with composing or editing reports and meeting presentation materials per IHME’s style guidelines.
Initiate purchases of goods, services, and supplies in accordance with UW policies and procedures as needed, check order status and resolve problems efficiently and effectively.
Analyze and process expense reports, reimbursements, and check requests in an accurate and timely fashion.
Identify mechanisms to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, and streamline work processes.
Reception support
Provide assistance with day to day front desk duties, to include, but not limited to: answering phones, maintaining front desk email account and schedule, greeting visitors and facilitating smooth transitions to meetings, ordering business cards, providing estimates for shipping, packaging and entering requests, receiving and notifying for packages, maintaining various logs, daily kitchen and conference room upkeep, and working with building management and staff for facility operations.
Professionally conduct work with the highest level of integrity and discretion as it relates to international visitors and dignitaries, faculty, staff, and students.
Assist with Institute administrative tasks, including but not limited to: assembly of professional documents for Scientific Oversight Group (SOG) and IHME Board of Directors, data entry and moderate clerical support for presentation materials.
Utilize independent judgment and discretion while engaging with internal and external collaborators, government officials, media, and public and private institutions and representatives.
Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
High school graduation or equivalent AND two years of experience in supporting a program and/or executives OR equivalent education/experience.
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Adept diplomacy and exemplary interpersonal skills required. Must be agile at forming respectful and rewarding relationships with people with different levels of experience and expertise from a variety of cultural, linguistic, and professional settings.
Ability to react with appropriate levels of urgency and creatively solve problems to situations and events that require quick response or turnaround.
High level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information and dealing with professionals inside and outside the company.
Strong MS Office software skills – proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook, email, calendaring, and scheduling are minimum requirements.
Track record of being organized and detail-oriented, with an ability to work both independently and collaboratively to achieve objectives.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and collaborative environment to manage multiple priorities while coordinating resources needed to meet deadlines.
Flexibility and willingness to assume new tasks or special projects.
Flexibility to work nights and weekends a must.
Interest in learning about the Institute’s work and an ability to clearly relate and communicate its work.
A commitment to working to alongside others at IHME to illuminate the health impacts of systemic racism and to work within IHME to make our organization more diverse and inclusive. See IHME’s DEI statement here: http://www.healthdata.org/get-involved/careers/dei
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Weekend and evening work sometimes required.
This position is open to anyone authorized to work in the U.S. The UW is not able to sponsor visas for staff positions.
This position is located in Seattle, Washington working in-person at the IHME office on UW Campus.
Application Process: The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Workforce Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.
Job Summary
The City of Bellevue is a dynamic, international and multicultural, future-focused, diversity-driven, high-performing city. The city invests in its employees and encourages and rewards employee growth and development. We build on our commonalities and our differences. Bellevue is noted for its diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty. Livability.com ranked Bellevue number 14 on its 2015 Top 100 Best Places to Live.
As Bellevue has shifted from a small suburb to a burgeoning city, there has been a necessary increase in work, focus, policy development, and regional collaboration on human services, as the portion of our population who are homeless, low- or moderate-income, and facing other crises requiring human services support has multiplied. Bellevue’s role in human services is defined as planner, funder, and convener to ensure that the basic survival needs of residents are met, support systems are in place, and that low- and moderate-income people are provided opportunities to succeed.
This position is responsible for managing the Human Services Division in developing and implementing city-wide and region-wide human service plans. This requires collaboration with other city departments, the Human Services Commission, regional jurisdictions, and the public. Responsible for supervising, assigning, leading, motivating, and reviewing the work of up to 9 staff, including human services planners and coordinators, contract coordinator, administrative staff, and a home repair specialist. Oversees more than an average of $10 million per year in human services contracts. Performs advanced research, analysis, interpretation, and development of plans and policies related to the mission of the Human Services Division. Provides strategic thinking on a regional perspective in support of the department’s and city’s human services work.
If you have a passion for your community and want to make a positive impact, then join us as our Human Services Manager.
**This position was reposted on 11/22/21.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provides strategic guidance and expertise to the city’s work on Human Services, including data research and analysis, cross-departmental collaboration, regional collaboration with other jurisdictions (Eastside providers, King County, King County Regional Homelessness Authority) and regional human services providers (e.g., shelters, food providers, behavioral health providers). This includes:
Providing vision, leadership, and direction in the development of short- and long-range plans for human services.
Coordinating division activities with other departments, jurisdictions and agencies as needed.
Providing professional planning and human services advice to supervisors and other officials.
Oversees a team of professional staff who monitor and provide technical assistance for more than $10m in contracts, are responsible for the Bellevue Human Services Needs Assessment, oversee CDBG funds as the only Eastside entitlement city, oversee the pooled contracts for the majority of Eastside jurisdictions, and operate the only Eastside Home Repair Program. Staff also serve on cross-departmental and regional teams providing subject matter expertise. This includes:
Determining work procedures, preparing work schedules, and expediting workflow.
Studying and standardizing procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness of operations.
Managing and supervising human services activities to achieve goals within available resources.
Planning and organizing workloads and staff assignments.
Hiring, training, motivating, and evaluating assigned staff.
Reviewing progress and directing changes as needed.
Assuring effective and efficient use of budgeted funds, personnel, materials, facilities, and time.
Issuing written and oral instructions.
Assigning duties and examines work for accuracy, neatness, and conformance with regulations, policies, and procedures.
Developing guidelines and standards for staff.
Conducting performance reviews and mentoring staff.
Being accountable for all projects reviewed and approved and other work performed by team members.
Public engagement and presentations, occurring during the day and evening, including to the Human Services Commission, Public Hearings, and City Council. This includes:
Making private and public presentations to supervisors, boards, commissions, civic groups, and the general public, and participates in regional forums.
Communicating official plans, policies, and procedures to staff and the general public.
Oversees and manages a budget that contains both internal spending and more than an average of $10m per year in external contracts that impact the entire region. This includes:
Preparing annual budget requests.
Assuring that assigned areas of responsibility are performed within timeline/budget.
Performing cost control activities, monitors revenues and expenditures in assigned area to assure sound fiscal control and prepares annual budget requests.
Ensuring effective and efficient use of budgeted funds, personnel, materials, facilities, and time.
Systemic Equity review and improvements: works internally and regionally to assess practices, policies, and funding related to human services to ensure equity and anti-racism are centered. This includes:
Meeting with regional partners including jurisdictions and providers to review funding processes and policies
Facilitating cross-jurisdiction training for Human Services Commission on equity and funding with equity.
Data Gathering, Analysis and Policy Recommendations: division conducts Bellevue’s Human Services Needs Assessment, provides recommendations to Council, CMO and other departments on human services policy decisions and strategy. This includes:
Gathering, interpreting, and preparing data for studies, reports, and recommendations.
Compiling and analyzing demographic data, service outputs, and service outcome data.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
Works under the general supervision of Assistant Director of Parks and Community Services.
Exercises supervision over Human Services Staff either directly or through subordinate supervisors, as assigned.
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of federal, state, county and local human/social service organizations, programs and services, funding sources and applicable laws and regulations.
Knowledge of principles and practices of public administration.
Knowledge of principles and practices of program planning and evaluation. Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision and personnel administration. Ability to evaluate program performance(s) in relation to human service needs.
Ability to develop human service plans and strategy documents.
Ability to communicate orally in the English language with customers, clients, and the public using a telephone, and in group and face-to-face, one-to-one settings.
Ability to produce planning and other documents written in the English language using proper sentence structure, punctuation, grammar, and spelling.
Ability to comprehend, analyze and make inferences from written material. Ability to perform a broad range of supervisory responsibilities over others.
Ability to observe, compare or monitor data to determine compliance with contractual requirements.
Ability to work cooperatively with others.
Ability to review or check the work products of others to ensure conformance to standards.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in public administration, social work, social/human sciences, or other related field. Master’s degree in social work or related field preferred.
5 years experience directing or leading staff. 10+ years preferred.
Five or more years of progressively responsible related experience in the management of community and social services. 10+ years preferred.
Knowledge and experience of human service funding processes, including experience with federal funds.
Demonstrated commitment to equitable and anti-racist practices in human services, and expertise in leading others in equitable anti-racist practices and systems change.
Or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Other
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reaching with hands and arms.
Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 20 pounds.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet while in the office and moderately loud when in the field.
For further information about this position, please contact Toni Esparza via email at tesparza@bellevuewa.gov or at 425-452-5379 . For any technical difficulties with your application, please contact the NEOGOV support line at 855-524-5627.
At the City of Bellevue, you'll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service, upholding the public interest and being a part of the community vision. Our people bring unique skills and qualities to the table, embrace the values of honesty, accountability and commitment to service, and take pride in the work they do. You'll work in an environment where being innovative, collaborative, and future focused are the status quo. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. It's what makes the City of Bellevue an exiting place to work, live, and explore. Have we piqued your interest yet? Come join our team! All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetic information, disability age, veteran status, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office at 425-452-6838. Bellevue is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to the health and safety of its employees. The work associated with this position may be performed remotely, either full-time or part-time, in compliance with the Governor's Safe Start guidance and the department's telework agreement. There may be situations where the employee is required to physically report to city facilities. Employees reporting to work onsite need to follow safety precautions and procedures as required by the city. ** Please be sure to check your junk folder for any messages that may be sent to you about this recruitment.**
Nov 22, 2021
Full time
Job Summary
The City of Bellevue is a dynamic, international and multicultural, future-focused, diversity-driven, high-performing city. The city invests in its employees and encourages and rewards employee growth and development. We build on our commonalities and our differences. Bellevue is noted for its diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty. Livability.com ranked Bellevue number 14 on its 2015 Top 100 Best Places to Live.
As Bellevue has shifted from a small suburb to a burgeoning city, there has been a necessary increase in work, focus, policy development, and regional collaboration on human services, as the portion of our population who are homeless, low- or moderate-income, and facing other crises requiring human services support has multiplied. Bellevue’s role in human services is defined as planner, funder, and convener to ensure that the basic survival needs of residents are met, support systems are in place, and that low- and moderate-income people are provided opportunities to succeed.
This position is responsible for managing the Human Services Division in developing and implementing city-wide and region-wide human service plans. This requires collaboration with other city departments, the Human Services Commission, regional jurisdictions, and the public. Responsible for supervising, assigning, leading, motivating, and reviewing the work of up to 9 staff, including human services planners and coordinators, contract coordinator, administrative staff, and a home repair specialist. Oversees more than an average of $10 million per year in human services contracts. Performs advanced research, analysis, interpretation, and development of plans and policies related to the mission of the Human Services Division. Provides strategic thinking on a regional perspective in support of the department’s and city’s human services work.
If you have a passion for your community and want to make a positive impact, then join us as our Human Services Manager.
**This position was reposted on 11/22/21.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provides strategic guidance and expertise to the city’s work on Human Services, including data research and analysis, cross-departmental collaboration, regional collaboration with other jurisdictions (Eastside providers, King County, King County Regional Homelessness Authority) and regional human services providers (e.g., shelters, food providers, behavioral health providers). This includes:
Providing vision, leadership, and direction in the development of short- and long-range plans for human services.
Coordinating division activities with other departments, jurisdictions and agencies as needed.
Providing professional planning and human services advice to supervisors and other officials.
Oversees a team of professional staff who monitor and provide technical assistance for more than $10m in contracts, are responsible for the Bellevue Human Services Needs Assessment, oversee CDBG funds as the only Eastside entitlement city, oversee the pooled contracts for the majority of Eastside jurisdictions, and operate the only Eastside Home Repair Program. Staff also serve on cross-departmental and regional teams providing subject matter expertise. This includes:
Determining work procedures, preparing work schedules, and expediting workflow.
Studying and standardizing procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness of operations.
Managing and supervising human services activities to achieve goals within available resources.
Planning and organizing workloads and staff assignments.
Hiring, training, motivating, and evaluating assigned staff.
Reviewing progress and directing changes as needed.
Assuring effective and efficient use of budgeted funds, personnel, materials, facilities, and time.
Issuing written and oral instructions.
Assigning duties and examines work for accuracy, neatness, and conformance with regulations, policies, and procedures.
Developing guidelines and standards for staff.
Conducting performance reviews and mentoring staff.
Being accountable for all projects reviewed and approved and other work performed by team members.
Public engagement and presentations, occurring during the day and evening, including to the Human Services Commission, Public Hearings, and City Council. This includes:
Making private and public presentations to supervisors, boards, commissions, civic groups, and the general public, and participates in regional forums.
Communicating official plans, policies, and procedures to staff and the general public.
Oversees and manages a budget that contains both internal spending and more than an average of $10m per year in external contracts that impact the entire region. This includes:
Preparing annual budget requests.
Assuring that assigned areas of responsibility are performed within timeline/budget.
Performing cost control activities, monitors revenues and expenditures in assigned area to assure sound fiscal control and prepares annual budget requests.
Ensuring effective and efficient use of budgeted funds, personnel, materials, facilities, and time.
Systemic Equity review and improvements: works internally and regionally to assess practices, policies, and funding related to human services to ensure equity and anti-racism are centered. This includes:
Meeting with regional partners including jurisdictions and providers to review funding processes and policies
Facilitating cross-jurisdiction training for Human Services Commission on equity and funding with equity.
Data Gathering, Analysis and Policy Recommendations: division conducts Bellevue’s Human Services Needs Assessment, provides recommendations to Council, CMO and other departments on human services policy decisions and strategy. This includes:
Gathering, interpreting, and preparing data for studies, reports, and recommendations.
Compiling and analyzing demographic data, service outputs, and service outcome data.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
Works under the general supervision of Assistant Director of Parks and Community Services.
Exercises supervision over Human Services Staff either directly or through subordinate supervisors, as assigned.
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of federal, state, county and local human/social service organizations, programs and services, funding sources and applicable laws and regulations.
Knowledge of principles and practices of public administration.
Knowledge of principles and practices of program planning and evaluation. Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision and personnel administration. Ability to evaluate program performance(s) in relation to human service needs.
Ability to develop human service plans and strategy documents.
Ability to communicate orally in the English language with customers, clients, and the public using a telephone, and in group and face-to-face, one-to-one settings.
Ability to produce planning and other documents written in the English language using proper sentence structure, punctuation, grammar, and spelling.
Ability to comprehend, analyze and make inferences from written material. Ability to perform a broad range of supervisory responsibilities over others.
Ability to observe, compare or monitor data to determine compliance with contractual requirements.
Ability to work cooperatively with others.
Ability to review or check the work products of others to ensure conformance to standards.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in public administration, social work, social/human sciences, or other related field. Master’s degree in social work or related field preferred.
5 years experience directing or leading staff. 10+ years preferred.
Five or more years of progressively responsible related experience in the management of community and social services. 10+ years preferred.
Knowledge and experience of human service funding processes, including experience with federal funds.
Demonstrated commitment to equitable and anti-racist practices in human services, and expertise in leading others in equitable anti-racist practices and systems change.
Or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Other
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reaching with hands and arms.
Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 20 pounds.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet while in the office and moderately loud when in the field.
For further information about this position, please contact Toni Esparza via email at tesparza@bellevuewa.gov or at 425-452-5379 . For any technical difficulties with your application, please contact the NEOGOV support line at 855-524-5627.
At the City of Bellevue, you'll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service, upholding the public interest and being a part of the community vision. Our people bring unique skills and qualities to the table, embrace the values of honesty, accountability and commitment to service, and take pride in the work they do. You'll work in an environment where being innovative, collaborative, and future focused are the status quo. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. It's what makes the City of Bellevue an exiting place to work, live, and explore. Have we piqued your interest yet? Come join our team! All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetic information, disability age, veteran status, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office at 425-452-6838. Bellevue is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to the health and safety of its employees. The work associated with this position may be performed remotely, either full-time or part-time, in compliance with the Governor's Safe Start guidance and the department's telework agreement. There may be situations where the employee is required to physically report to city facilities. Employees reporting to work onsite need to follow safety precautions and procedures as required by the city. ** Please be sure to check your junk folder for any messages that may be sent to you about this recruitment.**
Job Summary
The City of Bellevue Transportation Department is seeking a motivated leader to fill our Smart Mobility Manager position to provide direction and leadership for the Intelligent Transportation System (ITS)/Smart Mobility Division within our Transportation Department. You will have the opportunity to lead an innovative team that works to use the latest industry technology to operate the streets of Bellevue and advance new mobility technology in our city.
Reporting to an Assistant Transportation Director in the Mobility Management workgroup, you will serve on the Assistant Director’s Management Team. Through this management team you will help support the rapid growth of Bellevue through operations of the City’s signal system and integration of supporting mobility technologies. This work includes adaptive traffic signal system management, traffic data program management, Smart Mobility Plan (Download PDF reader) implementation, citywide fiber optic communication system management, traffic simulation oversight, new mobility partnership coordination and traffic management center operations.
The City of Bellevue is a dynamic, multicultural, future-focused, high performing City. We offer a robust benefits package, an eco-friendly work environment and state-of-the-art technology. The City invests in its employees and encourages and rewards employee growth and development. Bellevue is noted for its diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Manages the ITS/Smart Mobility program including traffic data management, citywide fiber optic communications, a complex adaptive signal system and the transportation management center.
Leads implementation of the initiatives developed in the Smart Mobility Plan.
Coordinates pursuit of public/private partnerships to advance deployment of new mobility technology (autonomous, electric, connected and shared vehicles) in Bellevue.
Sets the strategic direction for the ITS/Smart Mobility program. Manages routine updates of the Smart Mobility Plan.
Establishes and monitors program scope, schedules and budget; defines the program goals, priorities, policies and procedures for program execution; identifies and addresses concerns that may pose technical, schedule or financial risks to projects.
Supervises the work of engineering staff, project teams and others; provides guidance, mentoring and evaluates performance.
Defines and implements standards, guidelines and performance goals for complex and highly technical smart mobility and traffic signal system projects.
Defines the level of traffic operational support for staff during special events, emergencies and routine daily operations.
Oversees the staff that ensures traffic signal operations meets applicable federal, state and city standards and codes.
Collaborates with other divisions, departments and outside agencies.
Responds to complex and politically sensitive customer inquiries and issues; provides technical expertise to resolve issues.
Makes presentations to a wide variety of audiences from Council to the public. Leads responses to traffic related media inquiries including on-camera and radio interviews.
Attends weekly manager's meeting with the workgroup assistant directors and peer Mobility Management division managers. Coordinate with other division mangers to ensure effective and informed decision making and communication on department issues.
Assigns questions and concerns from residents, outside agencies and the general public regarding traffic control facilities and day to day traffic operations. Ensures requests are prioritized and tracked. Modifies staff responses as needed and leads higher profile or politically sensitive responses.
Develops budget proposals for various staff and programs. Answers budget inquiries from budget reviewers, management and the public. Develops and track performance measures for all programs and functions. Participates with Assistant Director in budget monitoring and implements direction on budget adjustments during the fiscal year.
Assists in the development of work plans to ensure coordination between engineering and our operations and maintenance division.
Serves as the expert witness on the operation of the traffic systems in matters of litigation. Assists in defending the City against tort liability lawsuits relating to traffic operations.
Mentors, develops and evaluates staff.
Maintains regular contact with consulting engineers; construction project engineers; city, state and federal agencies; professional and technical groups; and the general public regarding smart mobility activities and traffic signal operations.
Establishes and maintains a working environment conducive to positive morale, individual style, quality, creativity and teamwork.
Coordinates with Information Technology Department in the operation and maintenance of the city’s fiber optic network.
Oversees staff performing traffic operational analyses using Synchro and SimTraffic and supports review of analysis performed by consultants using tools such as Synchro, Vissim and Sidra.
Supervision Received and Exercised
Works under the general supervision of a Transportation Department Assistant Director.
Exercises supervision over three senior engineers and one engineering technician.
Qualifications
Knowledge and Skills
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to communicate technical information in non-technical, understandable ways.
Ability to present information to a wide variety of audiences including Council, the public and staff.
Ability to negotiate effectively with employees, other business units and departments, outside agencies, consultants, contractors and the general public.
Ability to plan, organize and monitor the work and activities of self and direct reports.
Ability to plan, organize and monitor activities according to priorities, established schedules and deadlines.
Ability to provide leadership, coaching, motivation and constructive performance reviews to staff, securing their respective commitments to the department's vision.
Ability to take general direction from assistant director or director and implement that direction through division resources.
Considerable knowledge of applicable City policies, laws and regulations affecting department activities.
Knowledge of Vision Zero initiatives.
Ability to use a computer and effectively navigate Microsoft Office Suite, engineering applications and data management software in performing essential duties.
Understanding of traffic signal operations including the use of operational tools such as data collection technologies and traffic surveillance cameras.
Understanding of new mobility technologies such as electric, connected, shared and autonomous vehicles.
Understanding of traffic analysis and simulation.
Experience with fiber optic design and traffic signal communication systems.
Education and Experience Requirements
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in civil engineering or related technical field.
Eight years of progressively responsible and related experience in transportation engineering and project management; two years of experience supervising, and/or leading staff or teams preferred.
Washington State Driver's License required or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
Equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Professional Engineering license desired.
Other
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reaching with hands and arms.
Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
The employee may be required to push, pull, lift and/or carry up to 40 pounds.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet while in the office or moderately loud when in the field.
For more information, call Chris Long at 425-452-6013 or via email at clong@bellevuewa.gov. For any technical difficulties with your application, please contact the NEOGOV support line at 855-524-5627. The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance in the application process may call the Human Resources Office, at 425-452-6838 or bellevuehr@bellevuewa.gov . If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations, please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.
Nov 05, 2021
Full time
Job Summary
The City of Bellevue Transportation Department is seeking a motivated leader to fill our Smart Mobility Manager position to provide direction and leadership for the Intelligent Transportation System (ITS)/Smart Mobility Division within our Transportation Department. You will have the opportunity to lead an innovative team that works to use the latest industry technology to operate the streets of Bellevue and advance new mobility technology in our city.
Reporting to an Assistant Transportation Director in the Mobility Management workgroup, you will serve on the Assistant Director’s Management Team. Through this management team you will help support the rapid growth of Bellevue through operations of the City’s signal system and integration of supporting mobility technologies. This work includes adaptive traffic signal system management, traffic data program management, Smart Mobility Plan (Download PDF reader) implementation, citywide fiber optic communication system management, traffic simulation oversight, new mobility partnership coordination and traffic management center operations.
The City of Bellevue is a dynamic, multicultural, future-focused, high performing City. We offer a robust benefits package, an eco-friendly work environment and state-of-the-art technology. The City invests in its employees and encourages and rewards employee growth and development. Bellevue is noted for its diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Manages the ITS/Smart Mobility program including traffic data management, citywide fiber optic communications, a complex adaptive signal system and the transportation management center.
Leads implementation of the initiatives developed in the Smart Mobility Plan.
Coordinates pursuit of public/private partnerships to advance deployment of new mobility technology (autonomous, electric, connected and shared vehicles) in Bellevue.
Sets the strategic direction for the ITS/Smart Mobility program. Manages routine updates of the Smart Mobility Plan.
Establishes and monitors program scope, schedules and budget; defines the program goals, priorities, policies and procedures for program execution; identifies and addresses concerns that may pose technical, schedule or financial risks to projects.
Supervises the work of engineering staff, project teams and others; provides guidance, mentoring and evaluates performance.
Defines and implements standards, guidelines and performance goals for complex and highly technical smart mobility and traffic signal system projects.
Defines the level of traffic operational support for staff during special events, emergencies and routine daily operations.
Oversees the staff that ensures traffic signal operations meets applicable federal, state and city standards and codes.
Collaborates with other divisions, departments and outside agencies.
Responds to complex and politically sensitive customer inquiries and issues; provides technical expertise to resolve issues.
Makes presentations to a wide variety of audiences from Council to the public. Leads responses to traffic related media inquiries including on-camera and radio interviews.
Attends weekly manager's meeting with the workgroup assistant directors and peer Mobility Management division managers. Coordinate with other division mangers to ensure effective and informed decision making and communication on department issues.
Assigns questions and concerns from residents, outside agencies and the general public regarding traffic control facilities and day to day traffic operations. Ensures requests are prioritized and tracked. Modifies staff responses as needed and leads higher profile or politically sensitive responses.
Develops budget proposals for various staff and programs. Answers budget inquiries from budget reviewers, management and the public. Develops and track performance measures for all programs and functions. Participates with Assistant Director in budget monitoring and implements direction on budget adjustments during the fiscal year.
Assists in the development of work plans to ensure coordination between engineering and our operations and maintenance division.
Serves as the expert witness on the operation of the traffic systems in matters of litigation. Assists in defending the City against tort liability lawsuits relating to traffic operations.
Mentors, develops and evaluates staff.
Maintains regular contact with consulting engineers; construction project engineers; city, state and federal agencies; professional and technical groups; and the general public regarding smart mobility activities and traffic signal operations.
Establishes and maintains a working environment conducive to positive morale, individual style, quality, creativity and teamwork.
Coordinates with Information Technology Department in the operation and maintenance of the city’s fiber optic network.
Oversees staff performing traffic operational analyses using Synchro and SimTraffic and supports review of analysis performed by consultants using tools such as Synchro, Vissim and Sidra.
Supervision Received and Exercised
Works under the general supervision of a Transportation Department Assistant Director.
Exercises supervision over three senior engineers and one engineering technician.
Qualifications
Knowledge and Skills
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to communicate technical information in non-technical, understandable ways.
Ability to present information to a wide variety of audiences including Council, the public and staff.
Ability to negotiate effectively with employees, other business units and departments, outside agencies, consultants, contractors and the general public.
Ability to plan, organize and monitor the work and activities of self and direct reports.
Ability to plan, organize and monitor activities according to priorities, established schedules and deadlines.
Ability to provide leadership, coaching, motivation and constructive performance reviews to staff, securing their respective commitments to the department's vision.
Ability to take general direction from assistant director or director and implement that direction through division resources.
Considerable knowledge of applicable City policies, laws and regulations affecting department activities.
Knowledge of Vision Zero initiatives.
Ability to use a computer and effectively navigate Microsoft Office Suite, engineering applications and data management software in performing essential duties.
Understanding of traffic signal operations including the use of operational tools such as data collection technologies and traffic surveillance cameras.
Understanding of new mobility technologies such as electric, connected, shared and autonomous vehicles.
Understanding of traffic analysis and simulation.
Experience with fiber optic design and traffic signal communication systems.
Education and Experience Requirements
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in civil engineering or related technical field.
Eight years of progressively responsible and related experience in transportation engineering and project management; two years of experience supervising, and/or leading staff or teams preferred.
Washington State Driver's License required or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
Equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Professional Engineering license desired.
Other
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reaching with hands and arms.
Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
The employee may be required to push, pull, lift and/or carry up to 40 pounds.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet while in the office or moderately loud when in the field.
For more information, call Chris Long at 425-452-6013 or via email at clong@bellevuewa.gov. For any technical difficulties with your application, please contact the NEOGOV support line at 855-524-5627. The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance in the application process may call the Human Resources Office, at 425-452-6838 or bellevuehr@bellevuewa.gov . If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations, please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.
The City of Bellevue is a dynamic, international and multicultural, future-focused, diversity-driven, high-performing city. The city invests in its employees and encourages and rewards employee growth and development. We build on our commonalities and our differences. Bellevue is noted for its diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty. Livability.com ranked Bellevue number 14 on its 2015 Top 100 Best Places to Live.
As Bellevue has shifted from a small suburb to a burgeoning city, there has been a necessary increase in work, focus, policy development, and regional collaboration on human services, as the portion of our population who are homeless, low- or moderate-income, and facing other crises requiring human services support has multiplied. Bellevue’s role in human services is defined as planner, funder, and convener to ensure that the basic survival needs of residents are met, support systems are in place, and that low- and moderate-income people are provided opportunities to succeed.
This position is responsible for managing the Human Services Division in developing and implementing city-wide and region-wide human service plans. This requires collaboration with other city departments, the Human Services Commission, regional jurisdictions, and the public. Responsible for supervising, assigning, leading, motivating, and reviewing the work of up to 9 staff, including human services planners and coordinators, contract coordinator, administrative staff, and a home repair specialist. Oversees more than an average of $10 million per year in human services contracts. Performs advanced research, analysis, interpretation, and development of plans and policies related to the mission of the Human Services Division. Provides strategic thinking on a regional perspective in support of the department’s and city’s human services work.
If you have a passion for your community and want to make a positive impact, then join us as our Human Services Manager.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides strategic guidance and expertise to the city’s work on Human Services, including data research and analysis, cross-departmental collaboration, regional collaboration with other jurisdictions (Eastside providers, King County, King County Regional Homelessness Authority) and regional human services providers (e.g., shelters, food providers, behavioral health providers). This includes:
Providing vision, leadership, and direction in the development of short- and long-range plans for human services.
Coordinating division activities with other departments, jurisdictions and agencies as needed.
Providing professional planning and human services advice to supervisors and other officials.
Oversees a team of professional staff who monitor and provide technical assistance for more than $10m in contracts, are responsible for the Bellevue Human Services Needs Assessment, oversee CDBG funds as the only Eastside entitlement city, oversee the pooled contracts for the majority of Eastside jurisdictions, and operate the only Eastside Home Repair Program. Staff also serve on cross-departmental and regional teams providing subject matter expertise. This includes:
Determining work procedures, preparing work schedules, and expediting workflow.
Studying and standardizing procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness of operations.
Managing and supervising human services activities to achieve goals within available resources.
Planning and organizing workloads and staff assignments.
Hiring, training, motivating, and evaluating assigned staff.
Reviewing progress and directing changes as needed.
Assuring effective and efficient use of budgeted funds, personnel, materials, facilities, and time.
Issuing written and oral instructions.
Assigning duties and examines work for accuracy, neatness, and conformance with regulations, policies, and procedures.
Developing guidelines and standards for staff.
Conducting performance reviews and mentoring staff.
Being accountable for all projects reviewed and approved and other work performed by team members.
Public engagement and presentations, occurring during the day and evening, including to the Human Services Commission, Public Hearings, and City Council. This includes:
Making private and public presentations to supervisors, boards, commissions, civic groups, and the general public, and participates in regional forums.
Communicating official plans, policies, and procedures to staff and the general public.
Oversees and manages a budget that contains both internal spending and more than an average of $10m per year in external contracts that impact the entire region. This includes:
Preparing annual budget requests.
Assuring that assigned areas of responsibility are performed within timeline/budget.
Performing cost control activities, monitors revenues and expenditures in assigned area to assure sound fiscal control and prepares annual budget requests.
Ensuring effective and efficient use of budgeted funds, personnel, materials, facilities, and time.
Systemic Equity review and improvements: works internally and regionally to assess practices, policies, and funding related to human services to ensure equity and anti-racism are centered. This includes:
Meeting with regional partners including jurisdictions and providers to review funding processes and policies
Facilitating cross-jurisdiction training for Human Services Commission on equity and funding with equity.
Data Gathering, Analysis and Policy Recommendations: division conducts Bellevue’s Human Services Needs Assessment, provides recommendations to Council, CMO and other departments on human services policy decisions and strategy. This includes:
Gathering, interpreting, and preparing data for studies, reports, and recommendations.
Compiling and analyzing demographic data, service outputs, and service outcome data.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
Works under the general supervision of Assistant Director of Parks and Community Services.
Exercises supervision over Human Services Staff either directly or through subordinate supervisors, as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of federal, state, county and local human/social service organizations, programs and services, funding sources and applicable laws and regulations.
Knowledge of principles and practices of public administration.
Knowledge of principles and practices of program planning and evaluation. Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision and personnel administration. Ability to evaluate program performance(s) in relation to human service needs.
Ability to develop human service plans and strategy documents.
Ability to communicate orally in the English language with customers, clients, and the public using a telephone, and in group and face-to-face, one-to-one settings.
Ability to produce planning and other documents written in the English language using proper sentence structure, punctuation, grammar, and spelling.
Ability to comprehend, analyze and make inferences from written material. Ability to perform a broad range of supervisory responsibilities over others.
Ability to observe, compare or monitor data to determine compliance with contractual requirements.
Ability to work cooperatively with others.
Ability to review or check the work products of others to ensure conformance to standards.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in public administration, social work, social/human sciences, or other related field. Master’s degree in social work or related field preferred.
5 years experience directing or leading staff. 10+ years preferred.
Five or more years of progressively responsible related experience in the management of community and social services. 10+ years preferred.
Knowledge and experience of human service funding processes, including experience with federal funds.
Demonstrated commitment to equitable and anti-racist practices in human services, and expertise in leading others in equitable anti-racist practices and systems change.
Or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reaching with hands and arms.
Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 20 pounds.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet while in the office and moderately loud when in the field.
For further information about this position, please contact Toni Esparza via email at tesparza@bellevuewa.gov or at 425-452-5379 . For any technical difficulties with your application, please contact the NEOGOV support line at 855-524-5627.
At the City of Bellevue, you'll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service, upholding the public interest and being a part of the community vision. Our people bring unique skills and qualities to the table, embrace the values of honesty, accountability and commitment to service, and take pride in the work they do. You'll work in an environment where being innovative, collaborative, and future focused are the status quo. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. It's what makes the City of Bellevue an exiting place to work, live, and explore. Have we peaked your interest yet? Come join our team! All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetic information, disability age, veteran status, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office at 425-452-6838. Bellevue is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to the health and safety of its employees. The work associated with this position may be performed remotely, either full-time or part-time, in compliance with the Governor's Safe Start guidance and the department's telework agreement. There may be situations where the employee is required to physically report to city facilities. Employees reporting to work onsite need to follow safety precautions and procedures as required by the city. ** Please be sure to check your junk folder for any messages that may be sent to you about this recruitment.**
Oct 06, 2021
Full time
The City of Bellevue is a dynamic, international and multicultural, future-focused, diversity-driven, high-performing city. The city invests in its employees and encourages and rewards employee growth and development. We build on our commonalities and our differences. Bellevue is noted for its diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty. Livability.com ranked Bellevue number 14 on its 2015 Top 100 Best Places to Live.
As Bellevue has shifted from a small suburb to a burgeoning city, there has been a necessary increase in work, focus, policy development, and regional collaboration on human services, as the portion of our population who are homeless, low- or moderate-income, and facing other crises requiring human services support has multiplied. Bellevue’s role in human services is defined as planner, funder, and convener to ensure that the basic survival needs of residents are met, support systems are in place, and that low- and moderate-income people are provided opportunities to succeed.
This position is responsible for managing the Human Services Division in developing and implementing city-wide and region-wide human service plans. This requires collaboration with other city departments, the Human Services Commission, regional jurisdictions, and the public. Responsible for supervising, assigning, leading, motivating, and reviewing the work of up to 9 staff, including human services planners and coordinators, contract coordinator, administrative staff, and a home repair specialist. Oversees more than an average of $10 million per year in human services contracts. Performs advanced research, analysis, interpretation, and development of plans and policies related to the mission of the Human Services Division. Provides strategic thinking on a regional perspective in support of the department’s and city’s human services work.
If you have a passion for your community and want to make a positive impact, then join us as our Human Services Manager.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides strategic guidance and expertise to the city’s work on Human Services, including data research and analysis, cross-departmental collaboration, regional collaboration with other jurisdictions (Eastside providers, King County, King County Regional Homelessness Authority) and regional human services providers (e.g., shelters, food providers, behavioral health providers). This includes:
Providing vision, leadership, and direction in the development of short- and long-range plans for human services.
Coordinating division activities with other departments, jurisdictions and agencies as needed.
Providing professional planning and human services advice to supervisors and other officials.
Oversees a team of professional staff who monitor and provide technical assistance for more than $10m in contracts, are responsible for the Bellevue Human Services Needs Assessment, oversee CDBG funds as the only Eastside entitlement city, oversee the pooled contracts for the majority of Eastside jurisdictions, and operate the only Eastside Home Repair Program. Staff also serve on cross-departmental and regional teams providing subject matter expertise. This includes:
Determining work procedures, preparing work schedules, and expediting workflow.
Studying and standardizing procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness of operations.
Managing and supervising human services activities to achieve goals within available resources.
Planning and organizing workloads and staff assignments.
Hiring, training, motivating, and evaluating assigned staff.
Reviewing progress and directing changes as needed.
Assuring effective and efficient use of budgeted funds, personnel, materials, facilities, and time.
Issuing written and oral instructions.
Assigning duties and examines work for accuracy, neatness, and conformance with regulations, policies, and procedures.
Developing guidelines and standards for staff.
Conducting performance reviews and mentoring staff.
Being accountable for all projects reviewed and approved and other work performed by team members.
Public engagement and presentations, occurring during the day and evening, including to the Human Services Commission, Public Hearings, and City Council. This includes:
Making private and public presentations to supervisors, boards, commissions, civic groups, and the general public, and participates in regional forums.
Communicating official plans, policies, and procedures to staff and the general public.
Oversees and manages a budget that contains both internal spending and more than an average of $10m per year in external contracts that impact the entire region. This includes:
Preparing annual budget requests.
Assuring that assigned areas of responsibility are performed within timeline/budget.
Performing cost control activities, monitors revenues and expenditures in assigned area to assure sound fiscal control and prepares annual budget requests.
Ensuring effective and efficient use of budgeted funds, personnel, materials, facilities, and time.
Systemic Equity review and improvements: works internally and regionally to assess practices, policies, and funding related to human services to ensure equity and anti-racism are centered. This includes:
Meeting with regional partners including jurisdictions and providers to review funding processes and policies
Facilitating cross-jurisdiction training for Human Services Commission on equity and funding with equity.
Data Gathering, Analysis and Policy Recommendations: division conducts Bellevue’s Human Services Needs Assessment, provides recommendations to Council, CMO and other departments on human services policy decisions and strategy. This includes:
Gathering, interpreting, and preparing data for studies, reports, and recommendations.
Compiling and analyzing demographic data, service outputs, and service outcome data.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
Works under the general supervision of Assistant Director of Parks and Community Services.
Exercises supervision over Human Services Staff either directly or through subordinate supervisors, as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of federal, state, county and local human/social service organizations, programs and services, funding sources and applicable laws and regulations.
Knowledge of principles and practices of public administration.
Knowledge of principles and practices of program planning and evaluation. Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision and personnel administration. Ability to evaluate program performance(s) in relation to human service needs.
Ability to develop human service plans and strategy documents.
Ability to communicate orally in the English language with customers, clients, and the public using a telephone, and in group and face-to-face, one-to-one settings.
Ability to produce planning and other documents written in the English language using proper sentence structure, punctuation, grammar, and spelling.
Ability to comprehend, analyze and make inferences from written material. Ability to perform a broad range of supervisory responsibilities over others.
Ability to observe, compare or monitor data to determine compliance with contractual requirements.
Ability to work cooperatively with others.
Ability to review or check the work products of others to ensure conformance to standards.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in public administration, social work, social/human sciences, or other related field. Master’s degree in social work or related field preferred.
5 years experience directing or leading staff. 10+ years preferred.
Five or more years of progressively responsible related experience in the management of community and social services. 10+ years preferred.
Knowledge and experience of human service funding processes, including experience with federal funds.
Demonstrated commitment to equitable and anti-racist practices in human services, and expertise in leading others in equitable anti-racist practices and systems change.
Or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reaching with hands and arms.
Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 20 pounds.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet while in the office and moderately loud when in the field.
For further information about this position, please contact Toni Esparza via email at tesparza@bellevuewa.gov or at 425-452-5379 . For any technical difficulties with your application, please contact the NEOGOV support line at 855-524-5627.
At the City of Bellevue, you'll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service, upholding the public interest and being a part of the community vision. Our people bring unique skills and qualities to the table, embrace the values of honesty, accountability and commitment to service, and take pride in the work they do. You'll work in an environment where being innovative, collaborative, and future focused are the status quo. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. It's what makes the City of Bellevue an exiting place to work, live, and explore. Have we peaked your interest yet? Come join our team! All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetic information, disability age, veteran status, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office at 425-452-6838. Bellevue is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to the health and safety of its employees. The work associated with this position may be performed remotely, either full-time or part-time, in compliance with the Governor's Safe Start guidance and the department's telework agreement. There may be situations where the employee is required to physically report to city facilities. Employees reporting to work onsite need to follow safety precautions and procedures as required by the city. ** Please be sure to check your junk folder for any messages that may be sent to you about this recruitment.**
DSST Cole High School Director
This is a unique opportunity to lead one of the best public charter schools in Denver, CO. DSST: Cole Middle School opened in 2011 as a community-driven school with incredible family support and involvement marked by strong relationships. The Director for this school will have the opportunity to join and lead an incredible team of dedicated staff and a vibrant student community.
Along with all other DSST Campuses, the Cole Campus has an inclusive model in support of our mission of eliminating educational inequity. The campus is a model of an integrated school in the community, and the Cole High School has a successful program serving students with affective needs.
The foundation of DSST academics is a college prep focus, with an emphasis on developing students through liberal arts learning with a STEM focus and values driven culture. After completion of our program, students will be confidently prepared for the rewarding challenges of a college education.
Overview of Position:
The School Director is fully responsible for all functions of overseeing operations on the campus. The School Director will oversee all aspects of the daily routine leading the vision, culture and people management at the school. They will also serves as a network leader participating in all aspects of the network’s strategic plan and growth to achieve our mission to transform urban public education by eliminating educational inequity and preparing all students for success in college and the 21st century.
Essential Functions:
Leadership
DSST Mission Driven: Demonstrate a sense of urgency about achievement for ALL students and preparing every student for four-year college.
Pursue solutions with tenacity that maximize student achievement. Is willing to do whatever it takes to get the work done right.
Lead the core model elements of DSST Public Schools to dramatically improve student achievement.
Directly supervise, coach and support the leadership team at your school (i.e. Office Manager, School Director in Training, Associate School Director, Dean of Students, and Director of Curriculum Instruction)
Develop, communicate and oversee the School Plan: school-wide strategic plan including vision, culture, systems, and problem-solving.
Serve on the DSST Public Schools Leadership Team.
Recruit and hire top talent for all positions in the school.
Instructional, Coaching and Evaluation
Lead the school’s data driven instructional practice, including rigorous interim assessments that are aligned with end of year assessments and college readiness.
Align all school leadership components to the data driven instructional process (professional development, curriculum development, teacher observation/supervision, etc.)
Oversee curriculum development and assessment (internal and external.)
Ensure consistency within the school program and curricular alignment with state and other rigorous standards.
Create a professional learning community in which teachers regularly collaborate to reflect on and refine curriculum and instruction at the school using achievement data, student work, and their own observations/experiences.
Collaborate with school and network team members to determine the services needed for each student, based on their IEP goals and requirements, their personal goals, and school-based goals for their learning and development.
Culture
Establish school culture centered on core values that deeply care for each student and staff member and holds each student and staff member to the highest level of accountability.
Ensure Morning Meetings are robust and supportive of our values-based culture.
Collaborate with school staff to maximize the ability of the school to support students’ academic and socio-emotional development.
Provide leadership to all staff and students in establishing a positive, structured, achievement-oriented, and fun school culture.
Family and Community Engagement
Maintain communication and relations with the families of the school, keeping families involved with accountable for their student’s academic and behavioral performance.
Work with staff to plan, coordinate, and support family meetings and special events.
Respond to family concerns promptly and effectively.
Systems:
Implement systems that “sweat the small stuff,” maximize the programmatic goals of the school, and are scalable as the school grows.
Develop solutions to complex problems involving all stakeholders.
Manage with fiscal responsibility - develop a disciplined planning process that identifies the school’s highest-priorities.
The School Director will be evaluated based on data-driven performance indicators including, but not limited to student attendance, measurable student learning gains on nationally-normed tests, internal benchmark assessments, student retention and parent/student satisfaction.
Job Requirements:
DSST Public Schools seeks professionals with strong character, passion for excellence and a relentless commitment to our students.
Bachelor’s Degree from accredited university required
5+ years teaching, preferable in urban schools and/or communities
5+ years of experience as a Dean of Students, Director of Curriculum and Instruction or Associate School Director or equivalent leadership role is highly preferred
Experience at a high-performing charter school highly preferred but not required
Experience in a Principal/School Director role preferred
Experience in a Principal/School Director Development Program is highly preferred
Commitments:
Commitment to Equity
We believe that if we actively commit to equitable and inclusive practices aligned to our mission and values, our students and staff will achieve at high levels.
Commitment to Continuous Growth
We believe that if we foster our own growth mindsets, our students and staff will develop a commitment to continuous improvement and thus maximize their potential.
Commitment to Healthy Team
We believe that if we commit to modeling and fostering healthy teams, our students and staff will achieve a collective success that surpasses that of the individuals
Drives to Results
We believe if we strategically develop systems and people with a driven sense of urgency and focus on results, our students and staff will achieve ambitious goals.
Classification: Exempt
Reports to : School Managing Director
Compensation and Benefits: DSST Public Schools is committed to providing our staff with benefit offerings that empower each of our employees to make the choices that best meet their individualized and personal needs while also keeping cost in mind.
DSST Benefit highlights include:
· Medical Plans offered through Aetna
· $0 employee cost option!
· Annual Health Savings account (HSA) gift from DSST Public Schools
· 2 Dental Plans options offered through Aetna Insurance and Vision through the Eyemed network
· Employee Assistance and Counseling Support
· 401 (k) retirement plan with 5% annual gift from DSST regardless of personal contribution
· Paid Leave effective immediately
· Access to additional discounts through our benefit partners exclusively for DSST staff
*Candidates placed in Aurora Science & Tech. will be eligible for a PERA Retirement Plan
Physical Demands:
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 talk and hear. This position is active and may require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching throughout the day. The employee must lift and/or move items up to 30 pounds. The employee must have sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
DSST Public Schools proudly values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. Denver School of Science and Technology does not exclude participation in, deny benefits to or discriminate on the basis of, ethnicity, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. (Protected Classes).
DSST Public Schools does not unlawfully discriminate against a member of a Protected Class in admission or access to, or terms and conditions of employment, or in its programs and activities. DSST Public Schools shall operate as an equal opportunity employer and will provide and safeguard the opportunity for all persons to seek, obtain, hold and advance in employment within the district without discrimination. The District shall actively promote the full realization of equal employment opportunity through a positive, aggressive, continuing affirmative action program.
Further, DSST Public Schools affirms the rights of all Protected Classes to be free from intimidation, discrimination, physical harm and/or harassment.
DSST Public Schools shall inform students, parents, employees and the general public each school year that the educational programs, activities and employment opportunities offered by the district are offered without regard to ethnicity, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability. The announcement shall also include the name/title, address and telephone number of the person designated to coordinate Title IX and Section 504 and ADA compliance activities.
Any person having inquiries concerning the School's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact the Assistant Superintendent or Human Resources.
DSST Public Schools Overview:
DSST Public Schools (DSST) operates a network of tuition-free, open-enrollment public STEM charter schools. DSST schools operate within the Denver Public Schools (DPS) and Aurora Public Schools (APS) districts. Our schools focus on building a community where students and staff are valued for their unique talents. Meaningful relationships are at the core of our model which is why our schools are small enough so that every student is known and valued for their individuality. We have developed systems and structures to ensure our students will be prepared for college, career and life. The student population across the DSST network is 84% students of color and 71% qualify for free and reduced lunch. This year, DSST will serve approximately 6,000 students at fifteen schools on nine campuses across Denver and Aurora.
DSST Public Schools employees support each other not only to have fulfilling careers, but more importantly, to lead fulfilling lives that combines deeply meaningful professional work with personal well-being. Our core values are central to our program and to our results. These values are embedded in everything that we do and how we do it, both for our students and our staff. The six DSST core values are:
Respect - We appreciate each person and their story through our words, actions, and attitudes. We value their unique perspective and treat others with dignity. Responsibility - We acknowledge that our actions and choices impact ourselves and our community. We take ownership for what we do and how we choose to do it. Integrity - We act and speak with honesty, fairness, and thoughtfulness. We consistently align our words and actions. Courage - We possess the confidence and resolve to take risks, push ourselves, and persevere in the face of pressure, adversity or unfamiliar circumstances. Curiosity - We are eager to learn, questions, and explore. We have a thirst for knowledge, a love of investigation, and a desire to learn about ourselves, our community, and our world. Doing Your Best - We put our best effort into everything we do. We know that individual and collective effort are required for our community to thrive.
Mar 25, 2021
Full time
DSST Cole High School Director
This is a unique opportunity to lead one of the best public charter schools in Denver, CO. DSST: Cole Middle School opened in 2011 as a community-driven school with incredible family support and involvement marked by strong relationships. The Director for this school will have the opportunity to join and lead an incredible team of dedicated staff and a vibrant student community.
Along with all other DSST Campuses, the Cole Campus has an inclusive model in support of our mission of eliminating educational inequity. The campus is a model of an integrated school in the community, and the Cole High School has a successful program serving students with affective needs.
The foundation of DSST academics is a college prep focus, with an emphasis on developing students through liberal arts learning with a STEM focus and values driven culture. After completion of our program, students will be confidently prepared for the rewarding challenges of a college education.
Overview of Position:
The School Director is fully responsible for all functions of overseeing operations on the campus. The School Director will oversee all aspects of the daily routine leading the vision, culture and people management at the school. They will also serves as a network leader participating in all aspects of the network’s strategic plan and growth to achieve our mission to transform urban public education by eliminating educational inequity and preparing all students for success in college and the 21st century.
Essential Functions:
Leadership
DSST Mission Driven: Demonstrate a sense of urgency about achievement for ALL students and preparing every student for four-year college.
Pursue solutions with tenacity that maximize student achievement. Is willing to do whatever it takes to get the work done right.
Lead the core model elements of DSST Public Schools to dramatically improve student achievement.
Directly supervise, coach and support the leadership team at your school (i.e. Office Manager, School Director in Training, Associate School Director, Dean of Students, and Director of Curriculum Instruction)
Develop, communicate and oversee the School Plan: school-wide strategic plan including vision, culture, systems, and problem-solving.
Serve on the DSST Public Schools Leadership Team.
Recruit and hire top talent for all positions in the school.
Instructional, Coaching and Evaluation
Lead the school’s data driven instructional practice, including rigorous interim assessments that are aligned with end of year assessments and college readiness.
Align all school leadership components to the data driven instructional process (professional development, curriculum development, teacher observation/supervision, etc.)
Oversee curriculum development and assessment (internal and external.)
Ensure consistency within the school program and curricular alignment with state and other rigorous standards.
Create a professional learning community in which teachers regularly collaborate to reflect on and refine curriculum and instruction at the school using achievement data, student work, and their own observations/experiences.
Collaborate with school and network team members to determine the services needed for each student, based on their IEP goals and requirements, their personal goals, and school-based goals for their learning and development.
Culture
Establish school culture centered on core values that deeply care for each student and staff member and holds each student and staff member to the highest level of accountability.
Ensure Morning Meetings are robust and supportive of our values-based culture.
Collaborate with school staff to maximize the ability of the school to support students’ academic and socio-emotional development.
Provide leadership to all staff and students in establishing a positive, structured, achievement-oriented, and fun school culture.
Family and Community Engagement
Maintain communication and relations with the families of the school, keeping families involved with accountable for their student’s academic and behavioral performance.
Work with staff to plan, coordinate, and support family meetings and special events.
Respond to family concerns promptly and effectively.
Systems:
Implement systems that “sweat the small stuff,” maximize the programmatic goals of the school, and are scalable as the school grows.
Develop solutions to complex problems involving all stakeholders.
Manage with fiscal responsibility - develop a disciplined planning process that identifies the school’s highest-priorities.
The School Director will be evaluated based on data-driven performance indicators including, but not limited to student attendance, measurable student learning gains on nationally-normed tests, internal benchmark assessments, student retention and parent/student satisfaction.
Job Requirements:
DSST Public Schools seeks professionals with strong character, passion for excellence and a relentless commitment to our students.
Bachelor’s Degree from accredited university required
5+ years teaching, preferable in urban schools and/or communities
5+ years of experience as a Dean of Students, Director of Curriculum and Instruction or Associate School Director or equivalent leadership role is highly preferred
Experience at a high-performing charter school highly preferred but not required
Experience in a Principal/School Director role preferred
Experience in a Principal/School Director Development Program is highly preferred
Commitments:
Commitment to Equity
We believe that if we actively commit to equitable and inclusive practices aligned to our mission and values, our students and staff will achieve at high levels.
Commitment to Continuous Growth
We believe that if we foster our own growth mindsets, our students and staff will develop a commitment to continuous improvement and thus maximize their potential.
Commitment to Healthy Team
We believe that if we commit to modeling and fostering healthy teams, our students and staff will achieve a collective success that surpasses that of the individuals
Drives to Results
We believe if we strategically develop systems and people with a driven sense of urgency and focus on results, our students and staff will achieve ambitious goals.
Classification: Exempt
Reports to : School Managing Director
Compensation and Benefits: DSST Public Schools is committed to providing our staff with benefit offerings that empower each of our employees to make the choices that best meet their individualized and personal needs while also keeping cost in mind.
DSST Benefit highlights include:
· Medical Plans offered through Aetna
· $0 employee cost option!
· Annual Health Savings account (HSA) gift from DSST Public Schools
· 2 Dental Plans options offered through Aetna Insurance and Vision through the Eyemed network
· Employee Assistance and Counseling Support
· 401 (k) retirement plan with 5% annual gift from DSST regardless of personal contribution
· Paid Leave effective immediately
· Access to additional discounts through our benefit partners exclusively for DSST staff
*Candidates placed in Aurora Science & Tech. will be eligible for a PERA Retirement Plan
Physical Demands:
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 talk and hear. This position is active and may require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching throughout the day. The employee must lift and/or move items up to 30 pounds. The employee must have sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
DSST Public Schools proudly values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. Denver School of Science and Technology does not exclude participation in, deny benefits to or discriminate on the basis of, ethnicity, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. (Protected Classes).
DSST Public Schools does not unlawfully discriminate against a member of a Protected Class in admission or access to, or terms and conditions of employment, or in its programs and activities. DSST Public Schools shall operate as an equal opportunity employer and will provide and safeguard the opportunity for all persons to seek, obtain, hold and advance in employment within the district without discrimination. The District shall actively promote the full realization of equal employment opportunity through a positive, aggressive, continuing affirmative action program.
Further, DSST Public Schools affirms the rights of all Protected Classes to be free from intimidation, discrimination, physical harm and/or harassment.
DSST Public Schools shall inform students, parents, employees and the general public each school year that the educational programs, activities and employment opportunities offered by the district are offered without regard to ethnicity, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability. The announcement shall also include the name/title, address and telephone number of the person designated to coordinate Title IX and Section 504 and ADA compliance activities.
Any person having inquiries concerning the School's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact the Assistant Superintendent or Human Resources.
DSST Public Schools Overview:
DSST Public Schools (DSST) operates a network of tuition-free, open-enrollment public STEM charter schools. DSST schools operate within the Denver Public Schools (DPS) and Aurora Public Schools (APS) districts. Our schools focus on building a community where students and staff are valued for their unique talents. Meaningful relationships are at the core of our model which is why our schools are small enough so that every student is known and valued for their individuality. We have developed systems and structures to ensure our students will be prepared for college, career and life. The student population across the DSST network is 84% students of color and 71% qualify for free and reduced lunch. This year, DSST will serve approximately 6,000 students at fifteen schools on nine campuses across Denver and Aurora.
DSST Public Schools employees support each other not only to have fulfilling careers, but more importantly, to lead fulfilling lives that combines deeply meaningful professional work with personal well-being. Our core values are central to our program and to our results. These values are embedded in everything that we do and how we do it, both for our students and our staff. The six DSST core values are:
Respect - We appreciate each person and their story through our words, actions, and attitudes. We value their unique perspective and treat others with dignity. Responsibility - We acknowledge that our actions and choices impact ourselves and our community. We take ownership for what we do and how we choose to do it. Integrity - We act and speak with honesty, fairness, and thoughtfulness. We consistently align our words and actions. Courage - We possess the confidence and resolve to take risks, push ourselves, and persevere in the face of pressure, adversity or unfamiliar circumstances. Curiosity - We are eager to learn, questions, and explore. We have a thirst for knowledge, a love of investigation, and a desire to learn about ourselves, our community, and our world. Doing Your Best - We put our best effort into everything we do. We know that individual and collective effort are required for our community to thrive.