Enrollment Manager, Future Forward CT
Location: Greater Hartford, Greater New Haven, and/or Greater Bridgeport, CT
Start Date: Winter 2024
Applications Due: The priority application deadline is January 16, 2024. After this date we do not guarantee review of submissions.
Overview
A college degree can be a game changer – it often leads to career advancement, economic opportunity, and upward mobility. But the high financial barriers and lack of flexibility within the existing system presents challenges to college access for many students. Enter Future Forward CT , an innovative new college support program designed for students who are looking for an accelerated, affordable, and achievable degree program. Future Forward CT is a community-based program that provides access to degree programs AND high touch coaching, career support, and wraparound services (such as technology, childcare, and guidance through the financial aid process) to ensure students have what they need to succeed and earn their degree. We aim to triple Connecticut's average college graduation rate, cut college debt in half, and provide direct and indirect supports to ensure our graduates get jobs that pay a living wage within the state.
Future Forward CT was incubated by the Trio New College Network , a group that launches local community based organizations to help nontraditional students navigate the higher education landscape toward a pathway that works for them. Trio is excited to launch this innovative new model starting in Hartford and Bridgeport CT to equip working adults with the skills and credentials needed to advance their careers and access high quality jobs leading to fulfilling, economically independent lives. This model has had early promising results, doubling graduation rates and eliminating the black-white college completion gap in Boston, San Francisco, and Philadelphia. We’re looking for founding team members who are committed to equity and breaking barriers to help our students achieve equitable college and career outcomes and are ready to roll up their sleeves and help us build this program in Connecticut – come join us!
About the Role
As an Enrollment Manager with Future Forward CT, you will have the chance to be a part of a small, innovative, and entrepreneurial team focused on guiding students through a unique college process so that they can earn their degree and achieve their goals without significant financial burden. The primary function of this role involves leading students through various stages of the enrollment process, providing them with the proactive, personalized, and targeted supports that allow for a smooth and positive enrollment experience from term to term. Enrollment managers are expected to closely track notes on enrollment steps and financial aid data. This allows the Future Forward CT team to assess the progress of each student and overall progress toward meeting term enrollment goals. Enrollment managers are ambassadors of the program who excel at moving students through the stages of enrollment on a weekly basis using their knowledge, experience, and creative problem solving.
Responsibilities
Enrollment:
Communicate with prospective and current students to schedule information sessions and financial aid, enrollment, and orientation meetings and to ensure applications, financial aid requests, and other information is completed
Manage administrative tasks related to student enrollment including: auditing reports and records and updating student statuses
Liaise with the necessary departments at Southern New Hampshire University and other partners to request information about students’ financial aid or enrollment processes
Manage the financial aid renewal process for current students to ensure it is completed in a timely manner so students have access to the maximum amount of financial aid they are eligible for each year
Collaborate with the enrollment and recruitment team on administrative tasks related to student enrollment
Maintain regular communication with students via email, text, phone, events, and/or in-person meetings
Data Management:
Track and maintain student outreach and data in Hubspot customer management system
Collaborate with the statewide ED to monitor data and ensure all students are moving through the application process in a timely and efficient manner
Analyze caseload data to identify trends and roadblocks in enrollment process to support students and inform core practices
General Support and Operations:
Run day-to-day operations for study spaces as organization grows
Support ad hoc projects and initiatives related to student success
Future Forward CT is an entrepreneurial start-up organization so there will be many opportunities to take on diverse responsibilities as needed
Desired Experience, Skills, and Mindsets
Unwavering commitment to the mission of Future Forward CT including a deep belief in the idea that all of our students have the right to an equitable college and career outcome
At least 2-4 years of experience with a focus on enrollment preferred
Willingness and ability to work some weekend and evening hours to accommodate schedules of working adults
Experience managing significant projects
Data management experience is a plus
Experience managing a caseload of students and/or other clients
Comfort with tech platforms
Proven creativity, initiative, and interest to build new programs
Well developed data analysis, customer service, and organizational skills with the ability to quickly assess the profile and needs of prospective students and tailor our message and process to them as appropriate
A proven ability to interact and relate well with a range of people from diverse backgrounds and quickly build meaningful relationships
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to organize and express ideas in a clear, succinct, accurate, and compelling manner
Excellent attention to detail, ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
Reflective and responsive to feedback
Perseverant, goal-oriented, and organized
Compensation
This is a full-time position. The salary range is $60,000-$75,000 per year based on qualifications and experience. Benefits include: generous paid time off, health, dental, vision, and 401(k).
How to Apply
Please submit your application here . Note: the priority application deadline is January 16, 2024. After this date we do not guarantee review of submissions.
Future Forward CT is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We value diversity and encourage candidates from historically underrepresented backgrounds to apply.
Dec 15, 2023
Full time
Enrollment Manager, Future Forward CT
Location: Greater Hartford, Greater New Haven, and/or Greater Bridgeport, CT
Start Date: Winter 2024
Applications Due: The priority application deadline is January 16, 2024. After this date we do not guarantee review of submissions.
Overview
A college degree can be a game changer – it often leads to career advancement, economic opportunity, and upward mobility. But the high financial barriers and lack of flexibility within the existing system presents challenges to college access for many students. Enter Future Forward CT , an innovative new college support program designed for students who are looking for an accelerated, affordable, and achievable degree program. Future Forward CT is a community-based program that provides access to degree programs AND high touch coaching, career support, and wraparound services (such as technology, childcare, and guidance through the financial aid process) to ensure students have what they need to succeed and earn their degree. We aim to triple Connecticut's average college graduation rate, cut college debt in half, and provide direct and indirect supports to ensure our graduates get jobs that pay a living wage within the state.
Future Forward CT was incubated by the Trio New College Network , a group that launches local community based organizations to help nontraditional students navigate the higher education landscape toward a pathway that works for them. Trio is excited to launch this innovative new model starting in Hartford and Bridgeport CT to equip working adults with the skills and credentials needed to advance their careers and access high quality jobs leading to fulfilling, economically independent lives. This model has had early promising results, doubling graduation rates and eliminating the black-white college completion gap in Boston, San Francisco, and Philadelphia. We’re looking for founding team members who are committed to equity and breaking barriers to help our students achieve equitable college and career outcomes and are ready to roll up their sleeves and help us build this program in Connecticut – come join us!
About the Role
As an Enrollment Manager with Future Forward CT, you will have the chance to be a part of a small, innovative, and entrepreneurial team focused on guiding students through a unique college process so that they can earn their degree and achieve their goals without significant financial burden. The primary function of this role involves leading students through various stages of the enrollment process, providing them with the proactive, personalized, and targeted supports that allow for a smooth and positive enrollment experience from term to term. Enrollment managers are expected to closely track notes on enrollment steps and financial aid data. This allows the Future Forward CT team to assess the progress of each student and overall progress toward meeting term enrollment goals. Enrollment managers are ambassadors of the program who excel at moving students through the stages of enrollment on a weekly basis using their knowledge, experience, and creative problem solving.
Responsibilities
Enrollment:
Communicate with prospective and current students to schedule information sessions and financial aid, enrollment, and orientation meetings and to ensure applications, financial aid requests, and other information is completed
Manage administrative tasks related to student enrollment including: auditing reports and records and updating student statuses
Liaise with the necessary departments at Southern New Hampshire University and other partners to request information about students’ financial aid or enrollment processes
Manage the financial aid renewal process for current students to ensure it is completed in a timely manner so students have access to the maximum amount of financial aid they are eligible for each year
Collaborate with the enrollment and recruitment team on administrative tasks related to student enrollment
Maintain regular communication with students via email, text, phone, events, and/or in-person meetings
Data Management:
Track and maintain student outreach and data in Hubspot customer management system
Collaborate with the statewide ED to monitor data and ensure all students are moving through the application process in a timely and efficient manner
Analyze caseload data to identify trends and roadblocks in enrollment process to support students and inform core practices
General Support and Operations:
Run day-to-day operations for study spaces as organization grows
Support ad hoc projects and initiatives related to student success
Future Forward CT is an entrepreneurial start-up organization so there will be many opportunities to take on diverse responsibilities as needed
Desired Experience, Skills, and Mindsets
Unwavering commitment to the mission of Future Forward CT including a deep belief in the idea that all of our students have the right to an equitable college and career outcome
At least 2-4 years of experience with a focus on enrollment preferred
Willingness and ability to work some weekend and evening hours to accommodate schedules of working adults
Experience managing significant projects
Data management experience is a plus
Experience managing a caseload of students and/or other clients
Comfort with tech platforms
Proven creativity, initiative, and interest to build new programs
Well developed data analysis, customer service, and organizational skills with the ability to quickly assess the profile and needs of prospective students and tailor our message and process to them as appropriate
A proven ability to interact and relate well with a range of people from diverse backgrounds and quickly build meaningful relationships
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to organize and express ideas in a clear, succinct, accurate, and compelling manner
Excellent attention to detail, ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
Reflective and responsive to feedback
Perseverant, goal-oriented, and organized
Compensation
This is a full-time position. The salary range is $60,000-$75,000 per year based on qualifications and experience. Benefits include: generous paid time off, health, dental, vision, and 401(k).
How to Apply
Please submit your application here . Note: the priority application deadline is January 16, 2024. After this date we do not guarantee review of submissions.
Future Forward CT is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We value diversity and encourage candidates from historically underrepresented backgrounds to apply.
ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW
America Votes is the coordination hub of the progressive community, leading collaborative efforts among a diverse coalition of more than 400 state and national partner organizations to advance progressive policies, win elections and protect every American’s right to vote. America Votes works nationally and in more than 20 states to provide a range of services to partners, including strategic planning, advocacy and electoral campaign coordination, data tools and targeting services, and on-the-ground leadership in key states.
America Votes is committed to developing long-term roadmaps and setting critical goals for states. With an eye on redistricting and the consequences of extreme conservative gerrymanders, these efforts are essential to building progressive power in the states, session-by-session and election-by-election.
America Votes and its partner organizations are at the heart of the progressive movement’s effort to win elections and create change. In 2020, the America Votes coalition deployed their largest-ever voter engagement and mobilization effort to reach millions of voters in states. For more information about America Votes, visit www.americavotes.org .
COMMITMENT TO RACIAL EQUITY
America Votes is committed to advancing racial equity through organizational systems and policies that are consistently tested, evaluated and updated. Some organizational priorities include:
Building reflective and equitable state and national networks and partnerships.
Increasing engagement of state-based groups building power in communities of color in the planning process.
Expanding the Community Power Builders program, designed to support organizations led by and working in communities of color as they emerge into the 501(c)(4) space.
America Votes sees its commitment to racial equity as an integral part of its success. Applicants are encouraged to reflect on how they see themselves contributing to America Votes’ work on advancing racial equity.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
America Votes is seeking a well-organized campaign strategist and people manager for a full-time position as Voting Rights Campaign Director as a part of a growing team focused on voting rights in New Hampshire. The position works directly with the America Votes team in New Hampshire and will support advancing team priorities and goals. The Voting Rights Campaign Director will work with the America Votes coalition and lead a nonpartisan coalition, the NH Campaign for Voting Rights (NHCVR), to organize around key voting rights issues in the state legislature and ensure voting access for all Granite Staters. The Voting Rights Program Director will bring key organizations and stakeholders together to execute the larger coalition strategy around this work that focuses on protecting access to the ballot, election administration modernization, and easing the administrative burden of election officials. The Voting Rights Campaign Director will supervise the growing team of staff focused on voting rights as well as provide required reports to funders for this program. This position reports to the New Hampshire State Director and the National Voting Rights Director.
LOCATION
This position is based in Concord, NH. America Votes has offices located in DC and CO, FL, GA, MI, MN, NC, NH, NM, NV, OH, PA, and WI. America Votes is currently working remotely, however if you are based in a state with an America Votes office, a hybrid approach may be possible depending on local guidance.
Responsibilities
Responsible for the direct supervision, hiring and management of some state team staff, including the growing team focused on voting rights and election administration. Manage staff to goals for success in meeting organizational goals. Manage special projects to deliver on team goals.
Build and manage relationships with key elections officials and current coalition members including managing the operations of the New Hampshire Campaign for Voting Rights (NHCVR).
Grow the NHCVR coalition membership through community connection. Support external communications with partners (i.e. may include weekly emails) and workgroup listservs, meeting follow-up, regular phone calls, etc. Organize and facilitate coordinated and/or collaborative partner events, including engagements like coalition meetings and trainings.
Set and manage the short and long-term goals of the New Hampshire Campaign for Voting Rights, including establishing legislative priorities, voter education campaigns, accountability campaigns, and the coalition strategy in a fast-paced and changing environment.
Develop the plan and manage the team to goals including short term benchmarks and planning for sustained greater access to the ballot for all Wisconsinites.
Cultivate and manage a nonpartisan bank of messengers on voting issues; help coordinate and draft testimony, and train spokespeople as needed.
Produce weekly reports on campaign goal progress. Create reports for campaign allies and funders.
Represent the work of the New Hampshire Campaign for Voting Rights to stakeholder audiences, including presentations and written reports, sometimes on short notice.
Design an engagement program to:
Coordinate efforts with state and national organizations participating in aligned efforts, including local election administrator-led efforts.
Participate in weekly coalition calls with state voting coalition partners and national partners to report on progress.
Gather, organize, and communicate to local and national partners all necessary information about voting rights efforts, training plans, challenges, needs, opportunities, etc.
Develop and manage voter education campaigns on New Hampshire voting laws.
Support coalition partners through the development of campaign plans providing technical and organizing assistance, responding to programmatic requests, and participating actively in planning.
Co-develop communications materials for various internal and external audiences.
Provide support, leading and coordinating the coalition to advance legislative accountability programs with a clear focus on advocacy. Work with existing infrastructure to assist partner organizations in developing and coordinating earned media and social media opportunities with research-driven messages.
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED
A minimum of five years of organizing, nonprofit, project management, or government experience and a minimum three years of staff management experience. Standout candidates will have at least two cycles of work on electoral, voter education, or voter registration campaigns.
Strong sense of ownership and resilience with respect to planning ahead, finding alternative paths when needed, and bouncing back from setbacks and rejections.
Respect for local organizations and election officials.
Experience working with underrepresented and/or historically marginalized communities, preferably in campaign or organizing settings.
Demonstrated ability to move people to action and hold them accountable with and without formal authority
Experience managing strong volunteer engagement programs.
Experience in a coalition setting. Stand-out candidates will have coalition management experience, including building consensus and implementing a shared vision. Ability to build strong relationships quickly and cultivate those relationships over the long term.
Excellent communication and time management skills, with attention to detail.
Team player with strong interpersonal skills and sound judgment.
Familiarity with voting rights policy, especially election administration laws, rules, and implementation systems. Familiarity with voter education campaigns for issue accountability campaigns preferred.
Demonstrated ability to build consensus, negotiate, and strategically disagree within a highly collaborative work environment; ability to be respected by progressive stakeholders, to be trusted to lead and to be able to practice confidentiality, discretion, and legal compliance in the work.
Candidates must have a willingness and aptitude to seek out and learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments.
Must be a self-starter willing to work irregular hours as needed and to travel as needed. Ability to work campaign style hours as needed during the legislative session and election seasons.
Proficient in Google Suites or Microsoft Office with emphasis on using Excel, Powerpoint, Google Slides and Google Sheets. Comfort with designing presentations in Powerpoint, Google Slides, and Canva.
Experience managing contractors, lobbyists, and grasstops leaders.
Positive attitude and a sense of humor.
PREFERRED
Familiarity with New Hampshire election administration laws, rules, and implementation systems.
Experience working with election administration officials.
Knowledge of and experience with the New Hampshire political and community organization landscape.
Experience with the legislative process including lobbying, public engagement in the legislative process, and preparing public testimony.
Experience with vote by mail or absentee programs.
COMPENSATION
The salary for this position starts at $82,000 annually ($6,833/month) and depends upon the applicant’s experience.. America Votes offers a competitive benefits package covering 90% of employee medical, dental, & vision insurance premiums, life insurance, long term disability coverage, cell phone stipend, personal professional development funds, parental leave, and 401 (K) after six months of continuous service with the organization. America Votes provides a generous paid time off policy with paid vacation, paid sick leave and personal days, at least 10 Federal paid holidays including Juneteenth, as well as paid organizational time off from at least December 25 to January 1.
TO APPLY
Please submit a copy of your resume, a cover letter and three references to the application form.
If you experience any technical difficulties with our application form, please email recruiting@americavotes.org. Please note that only applications received through the application form will be considered; please do not email us your application materials.
America Votes is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. America Votes does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under local, state or federal law. People of color, LGBTQ candidates, individuals with disabilities, and neurodivergent individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.
Mar 11, 2022
Full time
ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW
America Votes is the coordination hub of the progressive community, leading collaborative efforts among a diverse coalition of more than 400 state and national partner organizations to advance progressive policies, win elections and protect every American’s right to vote. America Votes works nationally and in more than 20 states to provide a range of services to partners, including strategic planning, advocacy and electoral campaign coordination, data tools and targeting services, and on-the-ground leadership in key states.
America Votes is committed to developing long-term roadmaps and setting critical goals for states. With an eye on redistricting and the consequences of extreme conservative gerrymanders, these efforts are essential to building progressive power in the states, session-by-session and election-by-election.
America Votes and its partner organizations are at the heart of the progressive movement’s effort to win elections and create change. In 2020, the America Votes coalition deployed their largest-ever voter engagement and mobilization effort to reach millions of voters in states. For more information about America Votes, visit www.americavotes.org .
COMMITMENT TO RACIAL EQUITY
America Votes is committed to advancing racial equity through organizational systems and policies that are consistently tested, evaluated and updated. Some organizational priorities include:
Building reflective and equitable state and national networks and partnerships.
Increasing engagement of state-based groups building power in communities of color in the planning process.
Expanding the Community Power Builders program, designed to support organizations led by and working in communities of color as they emerge into the 501(c)(4) space.
America Votes sees its commitment to racial equity as an integral part of its success. Applicants are encouraged to reflect on how they see themselves contributing to America Votes’ work on advancing racial equity.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
America Votes is seeking a well-organized campaign strategist and people manager for a full-time position as Voting Rights Campaign Director as a part of a growing team focused on voting rights in New Hampshire. The position works directly with the America Votes team in New Hampshire and will support advancing team priorities and goals. The Voting Rights Campaign Director will work with the America Votes coalition and lead a nonpartisan coalition, the NH Campaign for Voting Rights (NHCVR), to organize around key voting rights issues in the state legislature and ensure voting access for all Granite Staters. The Voting Rights Program Director will bring key organizations and stakeholders together to execute the larger coalition strategy around this work that focuses on protecting access to the ballot, election administration modernization, and easing the administrative burden of election officials. The Voting Rights Campaign Director will supervise the growing team of staff focused on voting rights as well as provide required reports to funders for this program. This position reports to the New Hampshire State Director and the National Voting Rights Director.
LOCATION
This position is based in Concord, NH. America Votes has offices located in DC and CO, FL, GA, MI, MN, NC, NH, NM, NV, OH, PA, and WI. America Votes is currently working remotely, however if you are based in a state with an America Votes office, a hybrid approach may be possible depending on local guidance.
Responsibilities
Responsible for the direct supervision, hiring and management of some state team staff, including the growing team focused on voting rights and election administration. Manage staff to goals for success in meeting organizational goals. Manage special projects to deliver on team goals.
Build and manage relationships with key elections officials and current coalition members including managing the operations of the New Hampshire Campaign for Voting Rights (NHCVR).
Grow the NHCVR coalition membership through community connection. Support external communications with partners (i.e. may include weekly emails) and workgroup listservs, meeting follow-up, regular phone calls, etc. Organize and facilitate coordinated and/or collaborative partner events, including engagements like coalition meetings and trainings.
Set and manage the short and long-term goals of the New Hampshire Campaign for Voting Rights, including establishing legislative priorities, voter education campaigns, accountability campaigns, and the coalition strategy in a fast-paced and changing environment.
Develop the plan and manage the team to goals including short term benchmarks and planning for sustained greater access to the ballot for all Wisconsinites.
Cultivate and manage a nonpartisan bank of messengers on voting issues; help coordinate and draft testimony, and train spokespeople as needed.
Produce weekly reports on campaign goal progress. Create reports for campaign allies and funders.
Represent the work of the New Hampshire Campaign for Voting Rights to stakeholder audiences, including presentations and written reports, sometimes on short notice.
Design an engagement program to:
Coordinate efforts with state and national organizations participating in aligned efforts, including local election administrator-led efforts.
Participate in weekly coalition calls with state voting coalition partners and national partners to report on progress.
Gather, organize, and communicate to local and national partners all necessary information about voting rights efforts, training plans, challenges, needs, opportunities, etc.
Develop and manage voter education campaigns on New Hampshire voting laws.
Support coalition partners through the development of campaign plans providing technical and organizing assistance, responding to programmatic requests, and participating actively in planning.
Co-develop communications materials for various internal and external audiences.
Provide support, leading and coordinating the coalition to advance legislative accountability programs with a clear focus on advocacy. Work with existing infrastructure to assist partner organizations in developing and coordinating earned media and social media opportunities with research-driven messages.
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED
A minimum of five years of organizing, nonprofit, project management, or government experience and a minimum three years of staff management experience. Standout candidates will have at least two cycles of work on electoral, voter education, or voter registration campaigns.
Strong sense of ownership and resilience with respect to planning ahead, finding alternative paths when needed, and bouncing back from setbacks and rejections.
Respect for local organizations and election officials.
Experience working with underrepresented and/or historically marginalized communities, preferably in campaign or organizing settings.
Demonstrated ability to move people to action and hold them accountable with and without formal authority
Experience managing strong volunteer engagement programs.
Experience in a coalition setting. Stand-out candidates will have coalition management experience, including building consensus and implementing a shared vision. Ability to build strong relationships quickly and cultivate those relationships over the long term.
Excellent communication and time management skills, with attention to detail.
Team player with strong interpersonal skills and sound judgment.
Familiarity with voting rights policy, especially election administration laws, rules, and implementation systems. Familiarity with voter education campaigns for issue accountability campaigns preferred.
Demonstrated ability to build consensus, negotiate, and strategically disagree within a highly collaborative work environment; ability to be respected by progressive stakeholders, to be trusted to lead and to be able to practice confidentiality, discretion, and legal compliance in the work.
Candidates must have a willingness and aptitude to seek out and learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments.
Must be a self-starter willing to work irregular hours as needed and to travel as needed. Ability to work campaign style hours as needed during the legislative session and election seasons.
Proficient in Google Suites or Microsoft Office with emphasis on using Excel, Powerpoint, Google Slides and Google Sheets. Comfort with designing presentations in Powerpoint, Google Slides, and Canva.
Experience managing contractors, lobbyists, and grasstops leaders.
Positive attitude and a sense of humor.
PREFERRED
Familiarity with New Hampshire election administration laws, rules, and implementation systems.
Experience working with election administration officials.
Knowledge of and experience with the New Hampshire political and community organization landscape.
Experience with the legislative process including lobbying, public engagement in the legislative process, and preparing public testimony.
Experience with vote by mail or absentee programs.
COMPENSATION
The salary for this position starts at $82,000 annually ($6,833/month) and depends upon the applicant’s experience.. America Votes offers a competitive benefits package covering 90% of employee medical, dental, & vision insurance premiums, life insurance, long term disability coverage, cell phone stipend, personal professional development funds, parental leave, and 401 (K) after six months of continuous service with the organization. America Votes provides a generous paid time off policy with paid vacation, paid sick leave and personal days, at least 10 Federal paid holidays including Juneteenth, as well as paid organizational time off from at least December 25 to January 1.
TO APPLY
Please submit a copy of your resume, a cover letter and three references to the application form.
If you experience any technical difficulties with our application form, please email recruiting@americavotes.org. Please note that only applications received through the application form will be considered; please do not email us your application materials.
America Votes is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. America Votes does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under local, state or federal law. People of color, LGBTQ candidates, individuals with disabilities, and neurodivergent individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise advances the way people live and work. We bring together the brightest minds to create breakthrough technology solutions, helping our customers make their mark on the world.
Are you looking for a unique, truly innovative role? What if it could be with one of the most impactful IT companies in the world? Then we have the right opportunity—we are looking for a Software Engineer (Quality Assurance) to join us! You will get to understand how customers use our products, how our products are designed, and come up with ideas to validate our products, like well-structured test plans. If you have knowledge and interest in Software Test Engineering, want to be part of a business that is growing—with great opportunities, and are ready for your next role, then please apply today.
How You'll Make Your Mark:
• You will review product requirements, technical specifications/design documents and suggest changes or improvements to product managers and software developers
• You will create well-structured test plans that will cover all possible customer use-case scenarios
• You will innovate the test execution by designing and developing automation using scripting languages and open-source tools
• You will perform different types of testing (functional testing and non-functional testing like performance) by using manual and automation techniques and record test results
• You will identify issues, capture required data and work closely with developers for issue resolution
Preferred Skills:
High level programming experience in languages such as Python, Ruby or Perl
Object Oriented Programming
Must be able to convey an understanding of test methodology for the purpose of automating tests
Knowledge of Layer2/Layer3 networking protocols/technologies such as BGP/OSPF/PIM/IGMP/MLAG
Experience with various APIs such as REST, SOAP, XML/JSON-RPC
Experience with cloud infrastructure and hypervisors including VMware/Nutanix/KVM/OVS
Must have a workable knowledge of networking technologies and experience in testing either embedded networking devices or web-based applications related to network operations.
A 4-year degree in computer science or related field is required.
A strong communicator (written and verbal) with good analytical and problem-solving skills.
2-5 years' experience in a similar role
Join us and make your mark!
What we can offer you:
Extensive benefits, a competitive salary and participation in the shared values and purpose that make Hewlett Packard Enterprise one of the world´s most attractive employers! At HPE, our goal is to provide equal opportunities, flexible work-life balance, and constantly evolving career growth.
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Job:
Engineering
Job Level:
Intermediate
Hewlett Packard Enterprise is EEO F/M/Protected Veteran/ Individual with Disabilities.
HPE will comply with all applicable laws related to the use of arrest and conviction records, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and similar laws and will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories.
Worker Sub-Type
Reg Employee
Location
Nashua, New Hampshire, United States of America
Time Type
Full time
Locations
Manchester, New Hampshire, United States of America
Dec 02, 2021
Full time
Hewlett Packard Enterprise advances the way people live and work. We bring together the brightest minds to create breakthrough technology solutions, helping our customers make their mark on the world.
Are you looking for a unique, truly innovative role? What if it could be with one of the most impactful IT companies in the world? Then we have the right opportunity—we are looking for a Software Engineer (Quality Assurance) to join us! You will get to understand how customers use our products, how our products are designed, and come up with ideas to validate our products, like well-structured test plans. If you have knowledge and interest in Software Test Engineering, want to be part of a business that is growing—with great opportunities, and are ready for your next role, then please apply today.
How You'll Make Your Mark:
• You will review product requirements, technical specifications/design documents and suggest changes or improvements to product managers and software developers
• You will create well-structured test plans that will cover all possible customer use-case scenarios
• You will innovate the test execution by designing and developing automation using scripting languages and open-source tools
• You will perform different types of testing (functional testing and non-functional testing like performance) by using manual and automation techniques and record test results
• You will identify issues, capture required data and work closely with developers for issue resolution
Preferred Skills:
High level programming experience in languages such as Python, Ruby or Perl
Object Oriented Programming
Must be able to convey an understanding of test methodology for the purpose of automating tests
Knowledge of Layer2/Layer3 networking protocols/technologies such as BGP/OSPF/PIM/IGMP/MLAG
Experience with various APIs such as REST, SOAP, XML/JSON-RPC
Experience with cloud infrastructure and hypervisors including VMware/Nutanix/KVM/OVS
Must have a workable knowledge of networking technologies and experience in testing either embedded networking devices or web-based applications related to network operations.
A 4-year degree in computer science or related field is required.
A strong communicator (written and verbal) with good analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Reg Employee
Location
Nashua, New Hampshire, United States of America
Time Type
Full time
Locations
Manchester, New Hampshire, United States of America
The New Hampshire Program Manager plays a key role in the advancement of the progressive movement and winning elections in the state, and is responsible for supporting the year-round coordination and alignment of electoral, organizing, and advocacy work among partners and allies. This person will be a critical part of our state team and be responsible for projects such as coordinating and leading a coalition of partners to advance fair redistricting efforts, public legislative accountability programs, and coordinating electoral field programs. The position works directly with the America Votes team in New Hampshire in support of progressive partners and allies in the state’s progressive movement. This position reports directly to the New Hampshire State Director while working closely with the Political/Field Director and the Data Director. This position ends December 31, 2022.
Oct 25, 2021
Full time
The New Hampshire Program Manager plays a key role in the advancement of the progressive movement and winning elections in the state, and is responsible for supporting the year-round coordination and alignment of electoral, organizing, and advocacy work among partners and allies. This person will be a critical part of our state team and be responsible for projects such as coordinating and leading a coalition of partners to advance fair redistricting efforts, public legislative accountability programs, and coordinating electoral field programs. The position works directly with the America Votes team in New Hampshire in support of progressive partners and allies in the state’s progressive movement. This position reports directly to the New Hampshire State Director while working closely with the Political/Field Director and the Data Director. This position ends December 31, 2022.
ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW
America Votes is the coordination hub of the progressive community, leading collaborative efforts among a diverse coalition of more than 400 state and national partner organizations to advance progressive policies, win elections and protect every American’s right to vote. America Votes works nationally and in more than 20 states to provide a range of services to partners, including strategic planning, advocacy and electoral campaign coordination, data tools and targeting services, and on-the-ground leadership in key states.
America Votes is committed to developing long-term roadmaps and setting critical goals for states. With an eye on redistricting and the consequences of extreme conservative gerrymanders, these efforts are essential to building progressive power in the states, session-by-session and election-by-election.
America Votes and its partner organizations are at the heart of the progressive movement’s effort to win elections and create change. In 2020, the America Votes coalition deployed their largest-ever voter engagement and mobilization effort to reach millions of voters in states. For more information about America Votes, visit www.americavotes.org .
COMMITMENT TO RACIAL EQUITY
America Votes is committed to advancing racial equity through organizational systems and policies that are consistently tested, evaluated and updated. Some organizational priorities include:
Building reflective and equitable state and national networks and partnerships.
Increasing engagement of state-based groups building power in communities of color in the planning process.
Expanding the Community Power Builders program, designed to support organizations led by and working in communities of color as they emerge into the 501(c)(4) space.
America Votes sees its commitment to racial equity as an integral part of its success. Applicants are encouraged to reflect on how they see themselves contributing to America Votes’ work on advancing racial equity.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Voting Rights Program Manager will work with a nonpartisan coalition, the NH Campaign for Voting Rights (NHCVR), to organize around key voting rights issues in the state legislature for the 2021 session. The Program Manager will bring key organizations and stakeholders together to execute the larger coalition strategy around this work that focuses on protecting access to the ballot, election administration modernization, and easing the administrative burden of election officials.
LOCATION
This position is based in Concord, NH but can also be remote. Due to the pandemic, most work will be virtual through March 2021. Candidates do not have to physically be in Concord, NH.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Build and manage relationships with current coalition members
Grow the NHCVR coalition membership through community connection
Cultivate and manage a nonpartisan bank of messengers on voting issues; help coordinate and draft testimony, and train spokespeople as needed
Produce weekly reports on campaign goal progress
Design an engagement program to:
Coordinate efforts with state and national organizations participating in aligned efforts, including local election administrator-led efforts
Participate in weekly coalition calls with state voting coalition partners and national partners to report on progress
Gather, organize, and communicate to local and national partners all necessary information about voting rights efforts, training plans, challenges, needs, opportunities, etc.
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED
3-5 years of organizing, nonprofit, or government experience
Respect for local organizations, election officials, leaders, and programs
Experience working with underrepresented and/or historically marginalized communities, preferably in campaign or organizing settings
Experience managing strong volunteer engagement programs
Excellent communication and time management skills, with attention to detail
Team player with strong interpersonal skills and sound judgment
Familiarity with New Hampshire election administration
Candidates must have a willingness and aptitude to seek out and learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments
Must be a self-starter willing to work irregular hours as needed and to travel as needed
Positive attitude and a sense of humor
PREFERRED
Experience working with election administration officials
Knowledge of and experience with New Hampshire political and community organization landscape
COMPENSATION
This position runs through July 31, 2021 with a potential to extend. Salary is commensurate with experience, $5,200 - $5,700 per month. Benefits for this position include health, dental and vision insurance and paid vacation, sick days and parental leave.
TO APPLY
Please submit a copy of your resume, a cover letter and three references to the application form.
If you experience any technical difficulties with our application form, please email recruiting@americavotes.org. Please note that only applications received through the application form will be considered; please do not email us your application materials.
America Votes is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. America Votes does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under local, state or federal law.
Dec 16, 2020
Full time
ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW
America Votes is the coordination hub of the progressive community, leading collaborative efforts among a diverse coalition of more than 400 state and national partner organizations to advance progressive policies, win elections and protect every American’s right to vote. America Votes works nationally and in more than 20 states to provide a range of services to partners, including strategic planning, advocacy and electoral campaign coordination, data tools and targeting services, and on-the-ground leadership in key states.
America Votes is committed to developing long-term roadmaps and setting critical goals for states. With an eye on redistricting and the consequences of extreme conservative gerrymanders, these efforts are essential to building progressive power in the states, session-by-session and election-by-election.
America Votes and its partner organizations are at the heart of the progressive movement’s effort to win elections and create change. In 2020, the America Votes coalition deployed their largest-ever voter engagement and mobilization effort to reach millions of voters in states. For more information about America Votes, visit www.americavotes.org .
COMMITMENT TO RACIAL EQUITY
America Votes is committed to advancing racial equity through organizational systems and policies that are consistently tested, evaluated and updated. Some organizational priorities include:
Building reflective and equitable state and national networks and partnerships.
Increasing engagement of state-based groups building power in communities of color in the planning process.
Expanding the Community Power Builders program, designed to support organizations led by and working in communities of color as they emerge into the 501(c)(4) space.
America Votes sees its commitment to racial equity as an integral part of its success. Applicants are encouraged to reflect on how they see themselves contributing to America Votes’ work on advancing racial equity.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Voting Rights Program Manager will work with a nonpartisan coalition, the NH Campaign for Voting Rights (NHCVR), to organize around key voting rights issues in the state legislature for the 2021 session. The Program Manager will bring key organizations and stakeholders together to execute the larger coalition strategy around this work that focuses on protecting access to the ballot, election administration modernization, and easing the administrative burden of election officials.
LOCATION
This position is based in Concord, NH but can also be remote. Due to the pandemic, most work will be virtual through March 2021. Candidates do not have to physically be in Concord, NH.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Build and manage relationships with current coalition members
Grow the NHCVR coalition membership through community connection
Cultivate and manage a nonpartisan bank of messengers on voting issues; help coordinate and draft testimony, and train spokespeople as needed
Produce weekly reports on campaign goal progress
Design an engagement program to:
Coordinate efforts with state and national organizations participating in aligned efforts, including local election administrator-led efforts
Participate in weekly coalition calls with state voting coalition partners and national partners to report on progress
Gather, organize, and communicate to local and national partners all necessary information about voting rights efforts, training plans, challenges, needs, opportunities, etc.
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED
3-5 years of organizing, nonprofit, or government experience
Respect for local organizations, election officials, leaders, and programs
Experience working with underrepresented and/or historically marginalized communities, preferably in campaign or organizing settings
Experience managing strong volunteer engagement programs
Excellent communication and time management skills, with attention to detail
Team player with strong interpersonal skills and sound judgment
Familiarity with New Hampshire election administration
Candidates must have a willingness and aptitude to seek out and learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments
Must be a self-starter willing to work irregular hours as needed and to travel as needed
Positive attitude and a sense of humor
PREFERRED
Experience working with election administration officials
Knowledge of and experience with New Hampshire political and community organization landscape
COMPENSATION
This position runs through July 31, 2021 with a potential to extend. Salary is commensurate with experience, $5,200 - $5,700 per month. Benefits for this position include health, dental and vision insurance and paid vacation, sick days and parental leave.
TO APPLY
Please submit a copy of your resume, a cover letter and three references to the application form.
If you experience any technical difficulties with our application form, please email recruiting@americavotes.org. Please note that only applications received through the application form will be considered; please do not email us your application materials.
America Votes is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. America Votes does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under local, state or federal law.
TO APPLY: New Hampshire Data Manager
ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW
America Votes is the coordination hub of the progressive community, leading collaborative efforts among a diverse coalition of more than 400 state and national partner organizations to advance progressive policies, win elections, and protect every American’s right to vote. America Votes works nationally and in more than 20 states to provide a range of services to partners, including strategic planning, advocacy and electoral campaign coordination, data tools and targeting services, and on-the-ground leadership in key states. For more information about America Votes, visit www.americavotes.org .
COMMITMENT TO RACIAL EQUITY
America Votes is committed to advancing racial equity through organizational systems and policies that are consistently tested, evaluated, and updated. Some organizational priorities include:
Building reflective and equitable state and national networks and partnerships.
Increasing engagement of state-based groups building power in communities of color in the planning process.
Expanding the Community Power Builders program, designed to support organizations led by and working in communities of color.
America Votes sees its commitment to racial equity as an integral part of its success. Applicants are encouraged to reflect on how they see themselves contributing to America Votes’ work on advancing racial equity.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
America Votes New Hampshire is seeking a well-organized self-starter to serve as a part-time Data Manager for the 2020 election cycle. The New Hampshire Data Manager plays a key role in the advancement of the progressive movement in the state. America Votes utilizes and offers its partner organizations a range of voter file, data, and support services. We seek an individual with a combination of technical and advocacy skills to join the data team to support the management of these services among 501(c)3 state partner groups and stakeholders in the progressive movement. This position works closely with the state Data Director and reports to the State Director. This position ends November 6, 2020.
LOCATION
This position is remote.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Work with 501(c)3 partner organizations using the voter file and other technologies to support, enhance, and execute programs.
Manage all data surrounding 501(c)3 voter outreach efforts, including building outreach lists, setting up phone programs, and tracking responses.
Support the Data Director in data presentation development and develop 501(c)3-specific presentations. Must be comfortable visualizing data and summarizing findings using a variety of tools for a wide range of audiences.
Work with consultants and other AV staff responsible for the acquisition, enhancement, manipulation, and management of voter and member data.
Work with the state Data Director to manage voter file access for 501(c)3 partner organizations. This includes administration and security, training end-users, and providing technical assistance as needed.
Manage and enhance volunteer recruitment database, virtual predictive dialer, web-based programs, and text messaging programs.
Support 501(c)3 staff and partner groups as they develop campaign plans.
Support 501(c)3 partner and organizational VAN and data trainings.
Support coalition coordination by monitoring benchmarks, providing technical assistance, and identifying gaps in collective 501(c)3 strategy.
Spirit of service and problem-solving attitude.
Other responsibilities as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED
Experience working with underrepresented and/or historically marginalized communities, preferably in civic engagement or organizing settings.
Candidates should have an understanding of common direct voter contact programs and experience using data to inform plans.
Strong VAN or other database skills are required.
Must be comfortable using spreadsheets, and should have a working knowledge of: pivot tables, filters, text to columns, and creating simple charts using Excel or a similar tool.
Candidates must have a willingness and aptitude to seek out and learn new technical skills.
Excellent communication and time management skills, with attention to detail.
Must be a self-starter willing to work long irregular ‘campaign-style’ hours and to travel as needed, especially during campaign season. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated history of persistence and resourcefulness in solving technical and data problems.
Positive attitude and a sense of humor.
PREFERRED
Standout candidates will have experience with at least one of the following: Mapping tools (QGIS, etc), Visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, Periscope, etc), SQL (comfortable with SELECT, WHERE, GROUPBY), R, Python, advanced Excel functions (VLOOKUP, SUMIF, INDEX(MATCH)).
Knowledge of and experience with New Hampshire political landscape and/or independent expenditure political campaigns.
Experience working with Relational Voter Program tools and/or text messaging systems.
COMPENSATION
This position runs through November 6, 2020, with an expectation of 20 hours/week at an hourly rate of $35 - $40/hour depending on experience. Benefits include health, dental, vision.
TO APPLY
Please submit a copy of your resume, a cover letter and three references to the application form .
If you experience any technical difficulties with our application form, please email recruiting@americavotes.org. Please note that only applications received through the application form will be considered; please do not email us your application materials.
America Votes is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. America Votes does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under local, state or federal law.
Sep 02, 2020
Part time
TO APPLY: New Hampshire Data Manager
ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW
America Votes is the coordination hub of the progressive community, leading collaborative efforts among a diverse coalition of more than 400 state and national partner organizations to advance progressive policies, win elections, and protect every American’s right to vote. America Votes works nationally and in more than 20 states to provide a range of services to partners, including strategic planning, advocacy and electoral campaign coordination, data tools and targeting services, and on-the-ground leadership in key states. For more information about America Votes, visit www.americavotes.org .
COMMITMENT TO RACIAL EQUITY
America Votes is committed to advancing racial equity through organizational systems and policies that are consistently tested, evaluated, and updated. Some organizational priorities include:
Building reflective and equitable state and national networks and partnerships.
Increasing engagement of state-based groups building power in communities of color in the planning process.
Expanding the Community Power Builders program, designed to support organizations led by and working in communities of color.
America Votes sees its commitment to racial equity as an integral part of its success. Applicants are encouraged to reflect on how they see themselves contributing to America Votes’ work on advancing racial equity.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
America Votes New Hampshire is seeking a well-organized self-starter to serve as a part-time Data Manager for the 2020 election cycle. The New Hampshire Data Manager plays a key role in the advancement of the progressive movement in the state. America Votes utilizes and offers its partner organizations a range of voter file, data, and support services. We seek an individual with a combination of technical and advocacy skills to join the data team to support the management of these services among 501(c)3 state partner groups and stakeholders in the progressive movement. This position works closely with the state Data Director and reports to the State Director. This position ends November 6, 2020.
LOCATION
This position is remote.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Work with 501(c)3 partner organizations using the voter file and other technologies to support, enhance, and execute programs.
Manage all data surrounding 501(c)3 voter outreach efforts, including building outreach lists, setting up phone programs, and tracking responses.
Support the Data Director in data presentation development and develop 501(c)3-specific presentations. Must be comfortable visualizing data and summarizing findings using a variety of tools for a wide range of audiences.
Work with consultants and other AV staff responsible for the acquisition, enhancement, manipulation, and management of voter and member data.
Work with the state Data Director to manage voter file access for 501(c)3 partner organizations. This includes administration and security, training end-users, and providing technical assistance as needed.
Manage and enhance volunteer recruitment database, virtual predictive dialer, web-based programs, and text messaging programs.
Support 501(c)3 staff and partner groups as they develop campaign plans.
Support 501(c)3 partner and organizational VAN and data trainings.
Support coalition coordination by monitoring benchmarks, providing technical assistance, and identifying gaps in collective 501(c)3 strategy.
Spirit of service and problem-solving attitude.
Other responsibilities as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED
Experience working with underrepresented and/or historically marginalized communities, preferably in civic engagement or organizing settings.
Candidates should have an understanding of common direct voter contact programs and experience using data to inform plans.
Strong VAN or other database skills are required.
Must be comfortable using spreadsheets, and should have a working knowledge of: pivot tables, filters, text to columns, and creating simple charts using Excel or a similar tool.
Candidates must have a willingness and aptitude to seek out and learn new technical skills.
Excellent communication and time management skills, with attention to detail.
Must be a self-starter willing to work long irregular ‘campaign-style’ hours and to travel as needed, especially during campaign season. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated history of persistence and resourcefulness in solving technical and data problems.
Positive attitude and a sense of humor.
PREFERRED
Standout candidates will have experience with at least one of the following: Mapping tools (QGIS, etc), Visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, Periscope, etc), SQL (comfortable with SELECT, WHERE, GROUPBY), R, Python, advanced Excel functions (VLOOKUP, SUMIF, INDEX(MATCH)).
Knowledge of and experience with New Hampshire political landscape and/or independent expenditure political campaigns.
Experience working with Relational Voter Program tools and/or text messaging systems.
COMPENSATION
This position runs through November 6, 2020, with an expectation of 20 hours/week at an hourly rate of $35 - $40/hour depending on experience. Benefits include health, dental, vision.
TO APPLY
Please submit a copy of your resume, a cover letter and three references to the application form .
If you experience any technical difficulties with our application form, please email recruiting@americavotes.org. Please note that only applications received through the application form will be considered; please do not email us your application materials.
America Votes is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. America Votes does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under local, state or federal law.