Job Summary
This is complex program management level work in planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating the daily operations of the Fire Marshal’s Office of the Community Development Department. In addition, as County Fire Marshal, the employee occupying the position of this classification is responsible for administering and supervising fire code education, inspections, investigations, plans review and enforcement programs. Work involves responsibility for planning, organizing, directing and coordinating the activities of subordinates responsible for the Fire Marshal's Office. The work requires making technical decisions related to State laws, County policy, ordinances, allocation of resources and divisional budgeting. Work is performed with extensive independence requiring the use of independent initiative and judgment in making important decisions and directing day-to-day operations. The work also includes special staff and management assignments normally assigned to a division manager. Supervision, direction and coordination are exercised over professional and technical personnel. Administrative and professional direction is received from the Director of the Community Development Department. Work is reviewed through periodic conferences, analysis of reports, and performance evaluations. Clark County Fire Marshall is to be fully qualified in the field of fire prevention and code enforcement to exercise the powers and perform the duties of the code official as set forth in Chapter 15.12 CLARK COUNTY FIRE CODE . The Clark County Fire Marshal shall be responsible for the administration and enforcement of this Code. In addition the Clark County Fire Marshal should foster consistent and positive collaboration within community development and all fire districts within Clark county Washington.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Four (4) year degree with major coursework in fire science or administration, law enforcement, business, or public administration, or related field. AND
Five (5) years experience in code administration or enforcement including at least three (3) years of supervisory experience. - OR -
Any equivalent combination (9 years) of relevant education, training and experience which would demonstrate an ability to perform the duties of this classification.
Possess a Fire Inspector certification from ICC or other approved organization.
Possess a Fire Investigator certification from NAFI, IAAI, or other approved organization.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver’s license.
The incumbent must obtain a limited law enforcement commission from the Clark County Sheriff within one year of employment
Knowledge of: the principles and practices of public sector management, organization and supervision; of principles and practices of code administration and enforcement; laws, codes, ordinance, regulations and standards relating to fire prevention and the protection of life and property from fire; fire prevention inspection methods and techniques; fire fighting methods, techniques and equipment; fire investigation methods and techniques, including fire behavior and the ability to recognize and gather fire evidence; the legal process involved in the enforcement of fire prevention laws, codes, regulations, ordinances and standards relating to fire prevention; building laws, codes and ordinances; management reporting systems, procurement, forecasting/estimating and budgeting techniques; budgeting and accounting particularly as applicable to BARS requirements.
Ability to: establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates; public and private officials; developers; representatives of city, county and other governmental agencies; community groups; the general public and the news media; conduct special studies and analyze and interpret findings; plan, assign, coordinate and evaluate the work of subordinate employees engaged in code administration and enforcement; interpret and apply policies, laws and County code in resolving code administration problems; analyze sometimes complex and divergent data and exercise sound judgment in the independent development of solutions to complex administrative managerial problems; plan and supervise the work of technical and professional personnel in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; direct the inspection of all buildings, except individual dwelling units, for fire prevention purposes; direct the investigation of fires to determine the origin, cause, and circumstances; direct the preparation of arson cases for presentation to the County Prosecutor; direct education programs, give lectures on fire prevention and present programs to community organizations regarding the activities of the Division; analyze county fire problems and fire prevention planning programs for providing adequate fire protection for the County. May include the research and preparation of new legislation for the protection of life and property from fire; establish and maintain effective working relationships with other county departments and divisions; county fire districts; fire departments; Sheriff's Office; insurance companies; State and Federal agencies relating to fire safety and investigation.
Other Special Requirements: Some positions require a valid driver’s license and a successful criminal background check as required by law.
SELECTION PROCESS
Application Review – Incomplete applications will not pass the review; attaching a resume or referring to a resume does not substitute for a completed application. Candidates will be evaluated based on the content of their applications and those deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.
Resume and Cover Letter (Required) – In addition to the Clark County application, applicants must submit a cover letter detailing their experience in the areas mentioned above.
Resume and Cover Letter must be uploaded in the "Resume Section" of the Application.
Oral Interview – The interview 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.
Employment References may be conducted for the final candidates, including verification of education.
Examples of Duties
KEY OR TYPICAL TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Confers with the Director to develop program emphasis and major policies for the Division; budgetary adjustments; staffing changes and Division procedures.
Administers state and local laws and ordinances relating to Fire Code enforcement, permitting, plan review, compliance and inspections.
Plans, organizes, directs and coordinates the work of professionals, technicians and support staff in the development, implementation, evaluation, and administration of codes, ordinances, plans and programs. Studies, analyzes and reports Division organization, personnel distribution, duties and policy requirements to achieve the most efficient and economical utilization of available personnel and funds.
Select, train, motivate and evaluate fire prevention personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.
Direct, coordinate and review the work plan for fire plan review and fire inspections; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems; assign work activities and projects; monitor work flow; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures.
Directs the work of the Fire Prevention Bureau subordinates engaged in the inspection of buildings for fire hazards, code violations, fire plan review, or in the investigation of fires and explosions.
Participate in the development and administration of the Fire Marshal section budget; forecast additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; direct the monitoring of and approve expenditures; recommend adjustments as necessary.
Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the Fire Marshal division; identify resource needs; recommend and implement policies and procedures.
Directs the investigation of fires to determine the cause, origin and circumstances. Directs the preparation of arson cases for presentation to the County Prosecutor.
Directs fire education programs, gives lectures on fire prevention and presents programs on fire bureau activities to schools, civic clubs and other community organizations throughout the County.
Prepares press releases on fire related items and promotes public relations for the Fire Prevention Bureau.
Analyzes county fire problems and fire prevention planning programs for providing adequate fire protection for the county. May include the research and preparation of new legislation for the protection of life and property from fire.
Performs special staff administrative and management tasks as assigned by the Director.
Supervises the preparation of difficult technical reports and the maintenance of important records.
Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of fire code administration and fire investigation.
Salary Grade
M2.204
Salary Range
$7,897.00 - $11,056.00- per month
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
May 09, 2024
Full time
Job Summary
This is complex program management level work in planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating the daily operations of the Fire Marshal’s Office of the Community Development Department. In addition, as County Fire Marshal, the employee occupying the position of this classification is responsible for administering and supervising fire code education, inspections, investigations, plans review and enforcement programs. Work involves responsibility for planning, organizing, directing and coordinating the activities of subordinates responsible for the Fire Marshal's Office. The work requires making technical decisions related to State laws, County policy, ordinances, allocation of resources and divisional budgeting. Work is performed with extensive independence requiring the use of independent initiative and judgment in making important decisions and directing day-to-day operations. The work also includes special staff and management assignments normally assigned to a division manager. Supervision, direction and coordination are exercised over professional and technical personnel. Administrative and professional direction is received from the Director of the Community Development Department. Work is reviewed through periodic conferences, analysis of reports, and performance evaluations. Clark County Fire Marshall is to be fully qualified in the field of fire prevention and code enforcement to exercise the powers and perform the duties of the code official as set forth in Chapter 15.12 CLARK COUNTY FIRE CODE . The Clark County Fire Marshal shall be responsible for the administration and enforcement of this Code. In addition the Clark County Fire Marshal should foster consistent and positive collaboration within community development and all fire districts within Clark county Washington.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Four (4) year degree with major coursework in fire science or administration, law enforcement, business, or public administration, or related field. AND
Five (5) years experience in code administration or enforcement including at least three (3) years of supervisory experience. - OR -
Any equivalent combination (9 years) of relevant education, training and experience which would demonstrate an ability to perform the duties of this classification.
Possess a Fire Inspector certification from ICC or other approved organization.
Possess a Fire Investigator certification from NAFI, IAAI, or other approved organization.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver’s license.
The incumbent must obtain a limited law enforcement commission from the Clark County Sheriff within one year of employment
Knowledge of: the principles and practices of public sector management, organization and supervision; of principles and practices of code administration and enforcement; laws, codes, ordinance, regulations and standards relating to fire prevention and the protection of life and property from fire; fire prevention inspection methods and techniques; fire fighting methods, techniques and equipment; fire investigation methods and techniques, including fire behavior and the ability to recognize and gather fire evidence; the legal process involved in the enforcement of fire prevention laws, codes, regulations, ordinances and standards relating to fire prevention; building laws, codes and ordinances; management reporting systems, procurement, forecasting/estimating and budgeting techniques; budgeting and accounting particularly as applicable to BARS requirements.
Ability to: establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates; public and private officials; developers; representatives of city, county and other governmental agencies; community groups; the general public and the news media; conduct special studies and analyze and interpret findings; plan, assign, coordinate and evaluate the work of subordinate employees engaged in code administration and enforcement; interpret and apply policies, laws and County code in resolving code administration problems; analyze sometimes complex and divergent data and exercise sound judgment in the independent development of solutions to complex administrative managerial problems; plan and supervise the work of technical and professional personnel in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; direct the inspection of all buildings, except individual dwelling units, for fire prevention purposes; direct the investigation of fires to determine the origin, cause, and circumstances; direct the preparation of arson cases for presentation to the County Prosecutor; direct education programs, give lectures on fire prevention and present programs to community organizations regarding the activities of the Division; analyze county fire problems and fire prevention planning programs for providing adequate fire protection for the County. May include the research and preparation of new legislation for the protection of life and property from fire; establish and maintain effective working relationships with other county departments and divisions; county fire districts; fire departments; Sheriff's Office; insurance companies; State and Federal agencies relating to fire safety and investigation.
Other Special Requirements: Some positions require a valid driver’s license and a successful criminal background check as required by law.
SELECTION PROCESS
Application Review – Incomplete applications will not pass the review; attaching a resume or referring to a resume does not substitute for a completed application. Candidates will be evaluated based on the content of their applications and those deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.
Resume and Cover Letter (Required) – In addition to the Clark County application, applicants must submit a cover letter detailing their experience in the areas mentioned above.
Resume and Cover Letter must be uploaded in the "Resume Section" of the Application.
Oral Interview – The interview 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.
Employment References may be conducted for the final candidates, including verification of education.
Examples of Duties
KEY OR TYPICAL TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Confers with the Director to develop program emphasis and major policies for the Division; budgetary adjustments; staffing changes and Division procedures.
Administers state and local laws and ordinances relating to Fire Code enforcement, permitting, plan review, compliance and inspections.
Plans, organizes, directs and coordinates the work of professionals, technicians and support staff in the development, implementation, evaluation, and administration of codes, ordinances, plans and programs. Studies, analyzes and reports Division organization, personnel distribution, duties and policy requirements to achieve the most efficient and economical utilization of available personnel and funds.
Select, train, motivate and evaluate fire prevention personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.
Direct, coordinate and review the work plan for fire plan review and fire inspections; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems; assign work activities and projects; monitor work flow; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures.
Directs the work of the Fire Prevention Bureau subordinates engaged in the inspection of buildings for fire hazards, code violations, fire plan review, or in the investigation of fires and explosions.
Participate in the development and administration of the Fire Marshal section budget; forecast additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; direct the monitoring of and approve expenditures; recommend adjustments as necessary.
Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the Fire Marshal division; identify resource needs; recommend and implement policies and procedures.
Directs the investigation of fires to determine the cause, origin and circumstances. Directs the preparation of arson cases for presentation to the County Prosecutor.
Directs fire education programs, gives lectures on fire prevention and presents programs on fire bureau activities to schools, civic clubs and other community organizations throughout the County.
Prepares press releases on fire related items and promotes public relations for the Fire Prevention Bureau.
Analyzes county fire problems and fire prevention planning programs for providing adequate fire protection for the county. May include the research and preparation of new legislation for the protection of life and property from fire.
Performs special staff administrative and management tasks as assigned by the Director.
Supervises the preparation of difficult technical reports and the maintenance of important records.
Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of fire code administration and fire investigation.
Salary Grade
M2.204
Salary Range
$7,897.00 - $11,056.00- per month
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
America Votes is seeking a well-organized strategist for a full-time position as Election Protection Program Manager as a part of a growing team focused on protecting voting rights in New Hampshire. The position will work directly with the nonpartisan coalition the NH Campaign for Voting Rights (NHCVR) team and will support advancing team priorities and healthy democracy goals. The Election Protection Program Manager will also bring key organizations and stakeholders together to execute the larger coalition strategy around election protection that focuses on protecting access to the ballot, election administration modernization, and easing the administrative burden of election officials. This position reports to the Voting Rights Campaign Director.
Mar 01, 2024
Full time
America Votes is seeking a well-organized strategist for a full-time position as Election Protection Program Manager as a part of a growing team focused on protecting voting rights in New Hampshire. The position will work directly with the nonpartisan coalition the NH Campaign for Voting Rights (NHCVR) team and will support advancing team priorities and healthy democracy goals. The Election Protection Program Manager will also bring key organizations and stakeholders together to execute the larger coalition strategy around election protection that focuses on protecting access to the ballot, election administration modernization, and easing the administrative burden of election officials. This position reports to the Voting Rights Campaign Director.
League of Conservation Voters
Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely and/or from an LCV office)
Title : Associate Manager of Prospect Research & Portfolio Management Department: Development Status : Exempt Reports To : Director of Prospect Research and Portfolio Management Positions Reporting To This Position : None Location: Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely and/or from an LCV office) Travel Requirements: Up to 10% Union Position: Yes Job Classification Level C Salary Range (depending on experience): $70,360 – $85,360 (effective April 1, 2024)
General Description :
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30+ state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
LCV is hiring an Associate Manager (AM) of Prospect Research & Portfolio Management who will enhance our individual and institutional major gifts fundraising program. The AM is responsible for managing the portfolio review process, tracking and sharing progress towards development goals, preparing donor research summaries and briefings, and ensuring accuracy of database records. The ideal candidate is a thoughtful collaborator who is driven by data, pays close attention to detail while managing multiple projects, and uplifts LCV’s organizational values and commitment to racial justice and equity.
Responsibilities :
Manage a quarterly portfolio review process for the Major Gifts team, with input from the Director of Prospect Research and Portfolio Management (DPRPM). Collaborate with Major Gifts stakeholders to track and strategize around donor engagement, outreach, projections and money in, and meeting financial and visit goals.
Provide reports and visualizations to the team to show individual and overall portfolio landscapes and progress.
Manage, track, and execute portfolio clean up projects that result in portfolios which are aligned with team wide fundraising goals.
Use research tools to analyze individual wealth indicators, including gifts to others, salary, stock, real estate, and other assets, to determine overall financial capacity and interest in our work.
Produce coherent, well-written, thorough and accurate briefing documents summarizing research conclusions for LCV’s President, Executive staff, and the Major Gifts team prior to donor contact such as meetings and events.
Contribute to organizational and department efforts to infuse racial justice and equity into all aspects of our work, including our fundraising, data management and collection, and prospect research. Proactively identify ways to highlight the organization’s racial justice commitment to key internal stakeholders within the fundraising team.
Develop and maintain a familiarity with LCV’s existing top donors and prospective donors.
Manage updates to individual donor records, portfolios, and prospect assignments within the CRM database.
Work closely with the Development Data and Operations team to manage and execute the policies and procedures around prospect pipeline management and activity.
Participate in ongoing professional development activities to maintain and enhance skills and abilities and stay abreast of current prospect management trends and research techniques.
Travel up to 10% of the time for staff and department retreats, trainings, and conferences, as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Work Experience: Required – Must have at least 3 years of work experience in prospect research and portfolio management with a nonprofit or campaign. Strong experience with CRM software such as Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge, or DonorPerfect. Experience with online research tools such as LexisNexis, iWave, DonorSearch, ResearchPoint, FoundationSearch, or others. Familiarity with the basic tenets of fundraising. Experience working with Major Gift Officers and/or executive leaders. Preferred – CRM database administrator experience with a product, such as Salesforce. Experience with Salesforce reporting and/or advanced Excel including understanding of dependent formulas, pivot tables, and other complex spreadsheet functions. Experience with project management software such as Wrike or Asana. Experience working with projections, budgets, and forecasting. Project Management experience.
Skills: Required – Must have strong attention to detail and organization skills. The ability to take in information from multiple sources, evaluate it, and summarize its significance. Ability to initiate, prioritize, and follow through on plans. Proficiency in Excel. Must be able to be flexible in shifting priorities based on urgent needs, and possess the confidence to ask for help when needed. Ability to follow ethical standards and utilize discretion in dealing with sensitive and confidential information. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and successfully meet deadlines. Preferred – Ideal candidate has calculated curiosity and the discipline to find what they need, analyze it, and clearly communicate relevant conclusions. Ability to adapt to new online, project management, and information management tools. Strong writing skills.
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply: Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Associate Manager of Prospect Research & Portfolio Management ” in the subject line by March 13, 2024 . No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org .
Feb 21, 2024
Full time
Title : Associate Manager of Prospect Research & Portfolio Management Department: Development Status : Exempt Reports To : Director of Prospect Research and Portfolio Management Positions Reporting To This Position : None Location: Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely and/or from an LCV office) Travel Requirements: Up to 10% Union Position: Yes Job Classification Level C Salary Range (depending on experience): $70,360 – $85,360 (effective April 1, 2024)
General Description :
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30+ state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
LCV is hiring an Associate Manager (AM) of Prospect Research & Portfolio Management who will enhance our individual and institutional major gifts fundraising program. The AM is responsible for managing the portfolio review process, tracking and sharing progress towards development goals, preparing donor research summaries and briefings, and ensuring accuracy of database records. The ideal candidate is a thoughtful collaborator who is driven by data, pays close attention to detail while managing multiple projects, and uplifts LCV’s organizational values and commitment to racial justice and equity.
Responsibilities :
Manage a quarterly portfolio review process for the Major Gifts team, with input from the Director of Prospect Research and Portfolio Management (DPRPM). Collaborate with Major Gifts stakeholders to track and strategize around donor engagement, outreach, projections and money in, and meeting financial and visit goals.
Provide reports and visualizations to the team to show individual and overall portfolio landscapes and progress.
Manage, track, and execute portfolio clean up projects that result in portfolios which are aligned with team wide fundraising goals.
Use research tools to analyze individual wealth indicators, including gifts to others, salary, stock, real estate, and other assets, to determine overall financial capacity and interest in our work.
Produce coherent, well-written, thorough and accurate briefing documents summarizing research conclusions for LCV’s President, Executive staff, and the Major Gifts team prior to donor contact such as meetings and events.
Contribute to organizational and department efforts to infuse racial justice and equity into all aspects of our work, including our fundraising, data management and collection, and prospect research. Proactively identify ways to highlight the organization’s racial justice commitment to key internal stakeholders within the fundraising team.
Develop and maintain a familiarity with LCV’s existing top donors and prospective donors.
Manage updates to individual donor records, portfolios, and prospect assignments within the CRM database.
Work closely with the Development Data and Operations team to manage and execute the policies and procedures around prospect pipeline management and activity.
Participate in ongoing professional development activities to maintain and enhance skills and abilities and stay abreast of current prospect management trends and research techniques.
Travel up to 10% of the time for staff and department retreats, trainings, and conferences, as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Work Experience: Required – Must have at least 3 years of work experience in prospect research and portfolio management with a nonprofit or campaign. Strong experience with CRM software such as Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge, or DonorPerfect. Experience with online research tools such as LexisNexis, iWave, DonorSearch, ResearchPoint, FoundationSearch, or others. Familiarity with the basic tenets of fundraising. Experience working with Major Gift Officers and/or executive leaders. Preferred – CRM database administrator experience with a product, such as Salesforce. Experience with Salesforce reporting and/or advanced Excel including understanding of dependent formulas, pivot tables, and other complex spreadsheet functions. Experience with project management software such as Wrike or Asana. Experience working with projections, budgets, and forecasting. Project Management experience.
Skills: Required – Must have strong attention to detail and organization skills. The ability to take in information from multiple sources, evaluate it, and summarize its significance. Ability to initiate, prioritize, and follow through on plans. Proficiency in Excel. Must be able to be flexible in shifting priorities based on urgent needs, and possess the confidence to ask for help when needed. Ability to follow ethical standards and utilize discretion in dealing with sensitive and confidential information. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and successfully meet deadlines. Preferred – Ideal candidate has calculated curiosity and the discipline to find what they need, analyze it, and clearly communicate relevant conclusions. Ability to adapt to new online, project management, and information management tools. Strong writing skills.
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply: Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Associate Manager of Prospect Research & Portfolio Management ” in the subject line by March 13, 2024 . No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org .
United Nations Foundation
1750 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington DC 20006
The salary for this position is $140,000 - $160,000. Position Overview The U.S. Climate Alliance is a bipartisan coalition of governors securing America’s net-zero future by advancing state-led, high-impact climate action. The Alliance Secretariat helps its members accelerate climate action by providing a broad range of technical, analytical, policy, and capacity assistance and resources. The coalition has also built strong relationships with the federal administration to help create and implement an ambitious, durable national climate framework. For more information on the Alliance, please visit www.usclimatealliance.org . The U.S. Climate Alliance seeks a Development Director to lead the Secretariat’s fundraising activities and secure the philanthropic resources needed to sustain and grow our work in support of our member governors. The Development Director will be responsible for overseeing effective donor stewardship with existing funders, identifying and cultivating relationships with prospective new funders, leading the development of grant proposals and reports, establishing systems and processes to support an effective fundraising operation, and tracking progress toward grant objectives in close collaboration with the Leadership Team and relevant policy leads. The Development Director reports to the Managing Director and sits on the Extended Leadership Team, contributing to the strategic direction of the organization. This is a brand-new role and an exciting opportunity to build on the Alliance’s momentum and growth as we look to increase support for member states and territories at a critical moment for climate. The position is part of the Energy and Climate team at the United Nations Foundation, which houses the U.S. Climate Alliance Secretariat. This position is based in Washington, DC (hybrid schedule) with consideration for remote work in the continental U.S. Essential Functions Maintain and strengthen relationships with existing funders.
Steer donor stewardship activities aimed at increasing visibility and understanding of the Alliance’s work, impact, and successes with existing funders. This may include organizing in-person meetings, virtual calls, and presentations with Alliance leadership and policy sector leads; drafting invitations to Alliance events and convenings; coordinating funder roundtables; amplifying relevant newsletters, announcements, and other publications; and other activities.
Respond to and coordinate responses to funder inquiries and requests.
Track deadlines, deliverables, and action items to support ongoing funder engagement.
Identify and cultivate relationships with prospective new funders.
Maintain knowledge of trends in climate philanthropy, particularly foundations, and other 501c (3) charitable organizations.
Identify and conduct research on prospective funders with strategic interests that align with the Alliance’s mission and policy priorities.
Prepare one-pagers, talking points, and other background materials for prospective funders that effectively and succinctly illustrate the Alliance’s work and impact.
Facilitate outreach, engagement, and relationship-building with prospective new donors in collaboration with the Executive Director and Managing Director.
Support engagement between Alliance leadership and current and prospective funders.
Establish a travel and meeting strategy for the Executive Director and Managing Director that proactively identifies opportunities for engagement.
In advance of meetings or other interactions with funders, draft briefing documents and compile other supporting materials.
Schedule and run any needed advance preparation meetings.
Schedule and run debrief meetings to ensure that meeting details and outcomes are appropriately documented, and action items are tracked.
Lead the development and submission of all funding proposals.
Working with fellow Secretariat team members, lead the development of grant proposals that align with the Alliance’s mission and strategic plan, advance our policy priorities, support the needs of states, and complement specific funder interests.
Create and implement a proposal review process that ensures all relevant staff, including the Executive Director, are in alignment on a proposal before it is submitted.
With the Operations and Development team, create a proposal budget.
Submit all proposals through the relevant donor portal.
Lead the development and submission of all required grant reports.
Track reporting deadlines and proactively work with sector leads and the Operations and Development Teams to submit financial and narrative reports on time.
Create and implement a reporting review process that ensures all relevant staff are in alignment on a report before it is submitted.
With the Operations and Development Teams, implement and oversee processes for:
Connecting Alliance-wide annual planning to fundraising goals.
Reviewing and negotiating grant agreements.
Qualifying new prospective funders.
Communicating with funders and tracking funder interactions.
Projecting revenue and identifying budget gaps.
Others as assigned.
Selection Criteria
Bachelor’s degree required.
7-10 years of relevant work experience.
Successful track record in development, with experience fundraising for energy, environment, or climate non-profits strongly preferred.
Strong knowledge of trends in philanthropy, particularly climate philanthropy, foundations, and other 501c (3) charitable organizations.
Prospective funder research and management experience, and knowledge of prospect research tools.
Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills.
Superior attention to detail.
Experience using Salesforce preferred but not required.
Excellent writing, storytelling, and proof-reading skills, with a strong attention to detail and ability to communicate technical information to diverse audiences.
Experience developing and tracking progress toward objectives.
Ability to work effectively across teams and time zones.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and experience with fundraising databases.
Proficiency for anticipating and avoiding problems.
Aptitude for grasping and adding value to the organizational vision and mission, helping to develop and deliver on high-level goals and priorities.
Organizational, political, and emotional intelligence and ability to use discretion around sensitive information.
Ability to work well under pressure.
Our Values The Secretariat’s core values represent our team’s highest priorities and driving forces. These values are the heart of how we go about doing our work in support of each other and our member governors and states, serving as cultural cornerstones and exemplified by all members of our team.
Purpose: We are aligned by a common purpose to confront the climate crisis and its impacts through the power of state government. We connect our daily work to the Alliance’s mission and, in pursuit of our shared goals, always act in the best interest of our governors and states.
Excellence: We have high standards in the work we do to support Alliance governors and states. We are focused, data-driven, and attentive to the smallest of details while never losing sight of the big picture.
Empathy: We value kindness and treat others with dignity and respect, recognizing that our actions affect one another and all those with whom we interact. We consider growth, learning, and development to be priorities.
Inclusion: We actively work to increase diversity, advance equity, and cultivate a welcoming work environment where everyone feels valued. We are collaborators and prioritize teamwork — knowing that it will take our broader community all working together to ultimately solve the climate crisis.
Balance: We value a positive work environment and, even in the hectic day-to-day, we make the time to build relationships, celebrate successes, and laugh. We know that balancing home and work lives is essential and encourage each other to put the health and well-being of ourselves and our loved ones first.
Benefits & Compensation
For full-time, U.S. benefit eligible employees, UNF offers an excellent range of benefits, including:
a choice between two health plans through UnitedHealthcare (PPO or HDHP with HSA)
dental insurance
vision insurance
flexible spending accounts
403b retirement savings plan with a generous matching contribution
group term and supplemental life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
health club discounts
commuter subsidy
back-up care
employee assistance program
Additionally, all benefit eligible employees have 12 paid holidays, 20 vacation days, 10 sick days, 3 personal days, and 8 weeks of family leave care.
Jan 29, 2024
Full time
The salary for this position is $140,000 - $160,000. Position Overview The U.S. Climate Alliance is a bipartisan coalition of governors securing America’s net-zero future by advancing state-led, high-impact climate action. The Alliance Secretariat helps its members accelerate climate action by providing a broad range of technical, analytical, policy, and capacity assistance and resources. The coalition has also built strong relationships with the federal administration to help create and implement an ambitious, durable national climate framework. For more information on the Alliance, please visit www.usclimatealliance.org . The U.S. Climate Alliance seeks a Development Director to lead the Secretariat’s fundraising activities and secure the philanthropic resources needed to sustain and grow our work in support of our member governors. The Development Director will be responsible for overseeing effective donor stewardship with existing funders, identifying and cultivating relationships with prospective new funders, leading the development of grant proposals and reports, establishing systems and processes to support an effective fundraising operation, and tracking progress toward grant objectives in close collaboration with the Leadership Team and relevant policy leads. The Development Director reports to the Managing Director and sits on the Extended Leadership Team, contributing to the strategic direction of the organization. This is a brand-new role and an exciting opportunity to build on the Alliance’s momentum and growth as we look to increase support for member states and territories at a critical moment for climate. The position is part of the Energy and Climate team at the United Nations Foundation, which houses the U.S. Climate Alliance Secretariat. This position is based in Washington, DC (hybrid schedule) with consideration for remote work in the continental U.S. Essential Functions Maintain and strengthen relationships with existing funders.
Steer donor stewardship activities aimed at increasing visibility and understanding of the Alliance’s work, impact, and successes with existing funders. This may include organizing in-person meetings, virtual calls, and presentations with Alliance leadership and policy sector leads; drafting invitations to Alliance events and convenings; coordinating funder roundtables; amplifying relevant newsletters, announcements, and other publications; and other activities.
Respond to and coordinate responses to funder inquiries and requests.
Track deadlines, deliverables, and action items to support ongoing funder engagement.
Identify and cultivate relationships with prospective new funders.
Maintain knowledge of trends in climate philanthropy, particularly foundations, and other 501c (3) charitable organizations.
Identify and conduct research on prospective funders with strategic interests that align with the Alliance’s mission and policy priorities.
Prepare one-pagers, talking points, and other background materials for prospective funders that effectively and succinctly illustrate the Alliance’s work and impact.
Facilitate outreach, engagement, and relationship-building with prospective new donors in collaboration with the Executive Director and Managing Director.
Support engagement between Alliance leadership and current and prospective funders.
Establish a travel and meeting strategy for the Executive Director and Managing Director that proactively identifies opportunities for engagement.
In advance of meetings or other interactions with funders, draft briefing documents and compile other supporting materials.
Schedule and run any needed advance preparation meetings.
Schedule and run debrief meetings to ensure that meeting details and outcomes are appropriately documented, and action items are tracked.
Lead the development and submission of all funding proposals.
Working with fellow Secretariat team members, lead the development of grant proposals that align with the Alliance’s mission and strategic plan, advance our policy priorities, support the needs of states, and complement specific funder interests.
Create and implement a proposal review process that ensures all relevant staff, including the Executive Director, are in alignment on a proposal before it is submitted.
With the Operations and Development team, create a proposal budget.
Submit all proposals through the relevant donor portal.
Lead the development and submission of all required grant reports.
Track reporting deadlines and proactively work with sector leads and the Operations and Development Teams to submit financial and narrative reports on time.
Create and implement a reporting review process that ensures all relevant staff are in alignment on a report before it is submitted.
With the Operations and Development Teams, implement and oversee processes for:
Connecting Alliance-wide annual planning to fundraising goals.
Reviewing and negotiating grant agreements.
Qualifying new prospective funders.
Communicating with funders and tracking funder interactions.
Projecting revenue and identifying budget gaps.
Others as assigned.
Selection Criteria
Bachelor’s degree required.
7-10 years of relevant work experience.
Successful track record in development, with experience fundraising for energy, environment, or climate non-profits strongly preferred.
Strong knowledge of trends in philanthropy, particularly climate philanthropy, foundations, and other 501c (3) charitable organizations.
Prospective funder research and management experience, and knowledge of prospect research tools.
Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills.
Superior attention to detail.
Experience using Salesforce preferred but not required.
Excellent writing, storytelling, and proof-reading skills, with a strong attention to detail and ability to communicate technical information to diverse audiences.
Experience developing and tracking progress toward objectives.
Ability to work effectively across teams and time zones.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and experience with fundraising databases.
Proficiency for anticipating and avoiding problems.
Aptitude for grasping and adding value to the organizational vision and mission, helping to develop and deliver on high-level goals and priorities.
Organizational, political, and emotional intelligence and ability to use discretion around sensitive information.
Ability to work well under pressure.
Our Values The Secretariat’s core values represent our team’s highest priorities and driving forces. These values are the heart of how we go about doing our work in support of each other and our member governors and states, serving as cultural cornerstones and exemplified by all members of our team.
Purpose: We are aligned by a common purpose to confront the climate crisis and its impacts through the power of state government. We connect our daily work to the Alliance’s mission and, in pursuit of our shared goals, always act in the best interest of our governors and states.
Excellence: We have high standards in the work we do to support Alliance governors and states. We are focused, data-driven, and attentive to the smallest of details while never losing sight of the big picture.
Empathy: We value kindness and treat others with dignity and respect, recognizing that our actions affect one another and all those with whom we interact. We consider growth, learning, and development to be priorities.
Inclusion: We actively work to increase diversity, advance equity, and cultivate a welcoming work environment where everyone feels valued. We are collaborators and prioritize teamwork — knowing that it will take our broader community all working together to ultimately solve the climate crisis.
Balance: We value a positive work environment and, even in the hectic day-to-day, we make the time to build relationships, celebrate successes, and laugh. We know that balancing home and work lives is essential and encourage each other to put the health and well-being of ourselves and our loved ones first.
Benefits & Compensation
For full-time, U.S. benefit eligible employees, UNF offers an excellent range of benefits, including:
a choice between two health plans through UnitedHealthcare (PPO or HDHP with HSA)
dental insurance
vision insurance
flexible spending accounts
403b retirement savings plan with a generous matching contribution
group term and supplemental life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
health club discounts
commuter subsidy
back-up care
employee assistance program
Additionally, all benefit eligible employees have 12 paid holidays, 20 vacation days, 10 sick days, 3 personal days, and 8 weeks of family leave care.
The salary range is $68,000 -$72,000.
Position Overview The U.S. Climate Alliance is a bipartisan coalition of governors securing America’s net-zero future by advancing state-led, high-impact climate action. The Alliance Secretariat helps its members accelerate climate action by providing a broad range of technical, analytical, policy, and capacity assistance and resources. The coalition has also built strong relationships with the federal administration to help create and implement an ambitious, durable national climate framework. For more information on the Alliance, please visit www.usclimatealliance.org . The Alliance Secretariat seeks a Communications Associate ready to contribute to its dynamic communications team, which is charged with amplifying the individual and collective climate leadership of member governors while increasing public awareness of the health and economic benefits of state-led climate action. Key responsibilities of the communications team include managing press relations, developing coalition-wide messages, overseeing social media, planning press events, providing member communications support, and executing effective digital and web communications and design. The Communications Associate reports to the Secretariat’s Communications Director and works closely with the Senior Communications Associate in carrying out these responsibilities. Specifically, they will be expected to lead digital video production and editing efforts, manage and maintain internal databases and the Alliance’s website, oversee news and media monitoring, and provide other communications support as needed to the Secretariat leadership and Alliance member governors’ offices, including digital and social media assistance. The Communications Associate will work as part of a broader team that Secretariat staff as well as external partners, consultants, and representatives from the Alliance states and territories. This position is based in Washington, DC (hybrid schedule) with consideration for remote work in the continental U.S. Essential Functions
Produce and edit short videos for the Alliance’s digital and social media channels.
Support other digital and social media engagement, including developing content, tracking analytics, and amplifying state action.
Track news relevant to state and federal climate policy and action and produce daily clips summary.
Draft quarterly external newsletter.
Manage website content creation and updates.
Help draft and edit briefing memos, presentations, talking points, Q&A documents, press releases, grant reports and proposals, and other written material on specific issue areas and initiatives as needed.
Provide administrative support, including scheduling meetings and maintaining databases, records, contact lists, and archives.
Perform other duties, as assigned.
Selection Criteria
Bachelor’s degree required.
2-3 years of full-time communications experience.
Demonstrated interest and experience working on purpose-driven, public policy and/or climate issue communications campaigns and initiatives. Preference may be given to candidates with prior experience in or around state-level government.
Excellent analytical, communication, and research skills.
Ability to write clearly, concisely, and persuasively with attention to detail.
Familiarity with key media outlets and reporters.
Experience developing video content utilizing video editing software (e.g., Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva Pro, Final Cut Pro, and/or other services) and working with digital and social media platforms including X (Twitter), Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, and other emerging platforms.
Interest in innovative, creative, persuasive, and engaging ways to communicate technically complex policies and materials.
Responsible, flexible, hard‐working, proactive, team-oriented, and committed to the mission of the Alliance.
Ability to work under tight deadlines and pressure and meet regular attendance/tardiness policy.
Our Values The Secretariat’s core values represent our team’s highest priorities and driving forces. These values are the heart of how we go about doing our work in support of each other and our member governors and states, serving as cultural cornerstones and exemplified by all members of our team.
Purpose: We are aligned by a common purpose to confront the climate crisis and its impacts through the power of state government. We connect our daily work to the Alliance’s mission and, in pursuit of our shared goals, always act in the best interest of our governors and states.
Excellence: We have high standards in the work we do to support Alliance governors and states. We are focused, data-driven, and attentive to the smallest of details while never losing sight of the big picture.
Empathy: We value kindness and treat others with dignity and respect, recognizing that our actions affect one another and all those with whom we interact. We consider growth, learning, and development to be priorities.
Inclusion: We actively work to increase diversity, advance equity, and cultivate a welcoming work environment where everyone feels valued. We are collaborators and prioritize teamwork — knowing that it will take our broader community all working together to ultimately solve the climate crisis.
Balance: We value a positive work environment and, even in the hectic day-to-day, we make the time to build relationships, celebrate successes, and laugh. We know that balancing home and work lives is essential and encourage each other to put the health and well-being of ourselves and our loved ones first.
Benefits & Compensation
For full-time, benefit eligible employees, UNF offers an excellent range of benefits, including:
a choice between two health plans through UnitedHealthcare (PPO or HDHP with HSA)
dental insurance
vision insurance
flexible spending accounts
403b retirement savings plan with a generous matching contribution
group term and supplemental life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
health club discounts
commuter subsidy
back-up care
employee assistance program
Additionally, all benefit eligible employees have 12 paid holidays, 20 vacation days, 10 sick days, 3 personal days, and 8 weeks of family leave care.
Jan 16, 2024
Full time
The salary range is $68,000 -$72,000.
Position Overview The U.S. Climate Alliance is a bipartisan coalition of governors securing America’s net-zero future by advancing state-led, high-impact climate action. The Alliance Secretariat helps its members accelerate climate action by providing a broad range of technical, analytical, policy, and capacity assistance and resources. The coalition has also built strong relationships with the federal administration to help create and implement an ambitious, durable national climate framework. For more information on the Alliance, please visit www.usclimatealliance.org . The Alliance Secretariat seeks a Communications Associate ready to contribute to its dynamic communications team, which is charged with amplifying the individual and collective climate leadership of member governors while increasing public awareness of the health and economic benefits of state-led climate action. Key responsibilities of the communications team include managing press relations, developing coalition-wide messages, overseeing social media, planning press events, providing member communications support, and executing effective digital and web communications and design. The Communications Associate reports to the Secretariat’s Communications Director and works closely with the Senior Communications Associate in carrying out these responsibilities. Specifically, they will be expected to lead digital video production and editing efforts, manage and maintain internal databases and the Alliance’s website, oversee news and media monitoring, and provide other communications support as needed to the Secretariat leadership and Alliance member governors’ offices, including digital and social media assistance. The Communications Associate will work as part of a broader team that Secretariat staff as well as external partners, consultants, and representatives from the Alliance states and territories. This position is based in Washington, DC (hybrid schedule) with consideration for remote work in the continental U.S. Essential Functions
Produce and edit short videos for the Alliance’s digital and social media channels.
Support other digital and social media engagement, including developing content, tracking analytics, and amplifying state action.
Track news relevant to state and federal climate policy and action and produce daily clips summary.
Draft quarterly external newsletter.
Manage website content creation and updates.
Help draft and edit briefing memos, presentations, talking points, Q&A documents, press releases, grant reports and proposals, and other written material on specific issue areas and initiatives as needed.
Provide administrative support, including scheduling meetings and maintaining databases, records, contact lists, and archives.
Perform other duties, as assigned.
Selection Criteria
Bachelor’s degree required.
2-3 years of full-time communications experience.
Demonstrated interest and experience working on purpose-driven, public policy and/or climate issue communications campaigns and initiatives. Preference may be given to candidates with prior experience in or around state-level government.
Excellent analytical, communication, and research skills.
Ability to write clearly, concisely, and persuasively with attention to detail.
Familiarity with key media outlets and reporters.
Experience developing video content utilizing video editing software (e.g., Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva Pro, Final Cut Pro, and/or other services) and working with digital and social media platforms including X (Twitter), Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, and other emerging platforms.
Interest in innovative, creative, persuasive, and engaging ways to communicate technically complex policies and materials.
Responsible, flexible, hard‐working, proactive, team-oriented, and committed to the mission of the Alliance.
Ability to work under tight deadlines and pressure and meet regular attendance/tardiness policy.
Our Values The Secretariat’s core values represent our team’s highest priorities and driving forces. These values are the heart of how we go about doing our work in support of each other and our member governors and states, serving as cultural cornerstones and exemplified by all members of our team.
Purpose: We are aligned by a common purpose to confront the climate crisis and its impacts through the power of state government. We connect our daily work to the Alliance’s mission and, in pursuit of our shared goals, always act in the best interest of our governors and states.
Excellence: We have high standards in the work we do to support Alliance governors and states. We are focused, data-driven, and attentive to the smallest of details while never losing sight of the big picture.
Empathy: We value kindness and treat others with dignity and respect, recognizing that our actions affect one another and all those with whom we interact. We consider growth, learning, and development to be priorities.
Inclusion: We actively work to increase diversity, advance equity, and cultivate a welcoming work environment where everyone feels valued. We are collaborators and prioritize teamwork — knowing that it will take our broader community all working together to ultimately solve the climate crisis.
Balance: We value a positive work environment and, even in the hectic day-to-day, we make the time to build relationships, celebrate successes, and laugh. We know that balancing home and work lives is essential and encourage each other to put the health and well-being of ourselves and our loved ones first.
Benefits & Compensation
For full-time, benefit eligible employees, UNF offers an excellent range of benefits, including:
a choice between two health plans through UnitedHealthcare (PPO or HDHP with HSA)
dental insurance
vision insurance
flexible spending accounts
403b retirement savings plan with a generous matching contribution
group term and supplemental life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
health club discounts
commuter subsidy
back-up care
employee assistance program
Additionally, all benefit eligible employees have 12 paid holidays, 20 vacation days, 10 sick days, 3 personal days, and 8 weeks of family leave care.
Title : Institutional Giving Operations Associate Manager
Department: Development
Status : Exempt
Reports To : VP of Institutional Partnerships
Positions Reporting To This Position : None
Location : Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely and/or from an LCVEF office)
Travel Requirements: Up to 5%
Union Position: Yes
Job Classification Level: C
Salary Range (depending on experience) : $67,010 - $81,529
General Description :
The League of Conservation Voters Education Fund believes our Earth is worth mobilizing for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. LCV Education Fund (LCVEF) works to turn environmental values into national, state and local priorities. LCVEF’s work to protect and advocate for the environment is rooted in our commitment to racial, social and environmental justice.
LCVEF is hiring an Institutional Giving Operations Associate Manager who will lead, manage and innovate the institutional giving operations. The Institutional Giving team, which is within the Development department, is focused on engagement with foundations and other institutional funders. Responsibilities include ensuring effective grant management working with the Finance and Legal teams, supporting preparation of grant proposals and reports, overseeing Institutional Giving data management, and facilitating the Institutional Giving team’s stewardship and engagement of institutional funders and prospects.
Responsibilities :
Maintain the Institutional Giving team’s records in the Salesforce donor database, including data entry and running reports on the team’s goals/performance and other information.
Maintain the team’s shared drive for document management and organization, including all grant agreements, submitted proposals and reports.
Oversee Institutional Giving operations processes, workflows, and systems to ensure efficiency and accuracy across the team, including updating or developing new systems, as needed.
Help contribute to and track the team’s racial justice and equity work and help ensure an inclusive organizational culture.
Update the team's language library to organize template proposals and reports, and relevant program language to ensure content is up-to-date, easily accessible and reflects our commitment to racial justice and equity.
Run the incoming grant review process, including serving as team liaison with the financial, legal, and executive teams to get approval and signature for grants, as necessary.
Manage the team’s shared worklog to ensure that all funder deliverables (LOIs, proposals, reports, etc.) and other tasks are completed and submitted in a timely and professional manner.
Support the team in grant submission and reporting including navigating grant submission portals, formatting and uploading materials in accordance to the guidelines of a variety of funders.
Maintain the Institutional Giving team’s standard proposal supplemental materials.
Provide administrative support for internal coordination meetings with program staff and other departments, including scheduling and preparation of materials.
Coordinate with the Financial & Budget Analyst and the Director of Grants Management to acquire necessary financial documents for proposals and reports.
Coordinate and track the stewardship and cultivation activities of the institutional giving team to ensure that existing funders and priority prospects receive frequent high-quality opportunities to engage with and learn more about LCVEF and LCV programs. This includes communications such as thank you letters, acknowledgment letters, impact reports, and invitations to in-person and virtual events.
Maintain an annual engagement calendar, manage the production of funder materials in coordination with the Development marketing team, and collaborate with the events team on funder engagement through events.
Collect data and statistics that will support the Institutional Giving team with grant proposals and reports.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date grant information and contact information in Salesforce, and develop database-driven reporting systems.
Prepare regular fundraising progress reports for the team and executive leadership.
Support the team with other day-to-day development activities as needed.
Travel up to 5% of the time for staff retreats, conferences, and professional development opportunities, as needed.
Qualifications :
Work Experience: Required - Minimum of 3 years of administrative or project management experience. Experience working with a CRM database. Preferred - Experience working with the Salesforce database. Experience reviewing grant agreements in order to determine restrictions on the use of funds.
Skills: Excellent organization and project management skills. Excellent follow-through and attention to detail, with the ability to track and maintain multiple critical priorities and take ownership of routine tasks. Excellent written and oral communication skills and a strong orientation toward collaboration and teamwork. Effective at managing up and sideways across departments. Works well in a fast-paced environment and is able to multitask without sacrificing the quality of the work. Reliable, consistent, detail-oriented and self-motivated. Adept at maintaining systems for easy access to information and data. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. Proficiency with Google Suite (Drive, Sheets, Docs). Database management skills.
Cultural Competence: Shares our commitment to increasing racial diversity in our movement and organization, integrating justice and equity into the work we do and ensuring an inclusive organizational culture. Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCVEF requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCVEF offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcvef.org with “Institutional Giving Operations Associate Manager” in the subject line by January 18, 2024 . No phone calls please.
LCVEF is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCVEF is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcvef.org.
Jan 04, 2024
Full time
Title : Institutional Giving Operations Associate Manager
Department: Development
Status : Exempt
Reports To : VP of Institutional Partnerships
Positions Reporting To This Position : None
Location : Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely and/or from an LCVEF office)
Travel Requirements: Up to 5%
Union Position: Yes
Job Classification Level: C
Salary Range (depending on experience) : $67,010 - $81,529
General Description :
The League of Conservation Voters Education Fund believes our Earth is worth mobilizing for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. LCV Education Fund (LCVEF) works to turn environmental values into national, state and local priorities. LCVEF’s work to protect and advocate for the environment is rooted in our commitment to racial, social and environmental justice.
LCVEF is hiring an Institutional Giving Operations Associate Manager who will lead, manage and innovate the institutional giving operations. The Institutional Giving team, which is within the Development department, is focused on engagement with foundations and other institutional funders. Responsibilities include ensuring effective grant management working with the Finance and Legal teams, supporting preparation of grant proposals and reports, overseeing Institutional Giving data management, and facilitating the Institutional Giving team’s stewardship and engagement of institutional funders and prospects.
Responsibilities :
Maintain the Institutional Giving team’s records in the Salesforce donor database, including data entry and running reports on the team’s goals/performance and other information.
Maintain the team’s shared drive for document management and organization, including all grant agreements, submitted proposals and reports.
Oversee Institutional Giving operations processes, workflows, and systems to ensure efficiency and accuracy across the team, including updating or developing new systems, as needed.
Help contribute to and track the team’s racial justice and equity work and help ensure an inclusive organizational culture.
Update the team's language library to organize template proposals and reports, and relevant program language to ensure content is up-to-date, easily accessible and reflects our commitment to racial justice and equity.
Run the incoming grant review process, including serving as team liaison with the financial, legal, and executive teams to get approval and signature for grants, as necessary.
Manage the team’s shared worklog to ensure that all funder deliverables (LOIs, proposals, reports, etc.) and other tasks are completed and submitted in a timely and professional manner.
Support the team in grant submission and reporting including navigating grant submission portals, formatting and uploading materials in accordance to the guidelines of a variety of funders.
Maintain the Institutional Giving team’s standard proposal supplemental materials.
Provide administrative support for internal coordination meetings with program staff and other departments, including scheduling and preparation of materials.
Coordinate with the Financial & Budget Analyst and the Director of Grants Management to acquire necessary financial documents for proposals and reports.
Coordinate and track the stewardship and cultivation activities of the institutional giving team to ensure that existing funders and priority prospects receive frequent high-quality opportunities to engage with and learn more about LCVEF and LCV programs. This includes communications such as thank you letters, acknowledgment letters, impact reports, and invitations to in-person and virtual events.
Maintain an annual engagement calendar, manage the production of funder materials in coordination with the Development marketing team, and collaborate with the events team on funder engagement through events.
Collect data and statistics that will support the Institutional Giving team with grant proposals and reports.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date grant information and contact information in Salesforce, and develop database-driven reporting systems.
Prepare regular fundraising progress reports for the team and executive leadership.
Support the team with other day-to-day development activities as needed.
Travel up to 5% of the time for staff retreats, conferences, and professional development opportunities, as needed.
Qualifications :
Work Experience: Required - Minimum of 3 years of administrative or project management experience. Experience working with a CRM database. Preferred - Experience working with the Salesforce database. Experience reviewing grant agreements in order to determine restrictions on the use of funds.
Skills: Excellent organization and project management skills. Excellent follow-through and attention to detail, with the ability to track and maintain multiple critical priorities and take ownership of routine tasks. Excellent written and oral communication skills and a strong orientation toward collaboration and teamwork. Effective at managing up and sideways across departments. Works well in a fast-paced environment and is able to multitask without sacrificing the quality of the work. Reliable, consistent, detail-oriented and self-motivated. Adept at maintaining systems for easy access to information and data. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. Proficiency with Google Suite (Drive, Sheets, Docs). Database management skills.
Cultural Competence: Shares our commitment to increasing racial diversity in our movement and organization, integrating justice and equity into the work we do and ensuring an inclusive organizational culture. Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCVEF requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCVEF offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcvef.org with “Institutional Giving Operations Associate Manager” in the subject line by January 18, 2024 . No phone calls please.
LCVEF is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCVEF is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcvef.org.
This position includes a signing bonus of $2,500 (full-time) for new county hires. Are you a champion for kinship placements? Have you been told you have excellent engagement and assessment skills? Do you enjoy a bit of detective work? The Division of Children, Youth and Families (CYF) of the Department of Family Services (DFS) is seeking a Kinship Navigator (Social Services Specialist III) to connect and work directly with kinship caregivers of children at risk of separation or who have already entered the child welfare system. Learn more about the culture of DFS, meet our director and some of our employees, watch videos about our programs, and check out the great health benefits offered by Fairfax County. Grow your career with Fairfax County! With more than 16,000 employees, Fairfax County is a diverse workforce offering employees stimulating and challenging opportunities across a broad scope of career opportunities. As a Fairfax County employee, you impact the well-being of our community every day. This is an exciting time to join Fairfax County Government as we shape racial and social equity policies in the county through the One Fairfax Policy. Using this framework, we intentionally consider equity when making policies or delivering programs and services. To learn more, we highly encourage you to watch the Becoming One Fairfax—An Introduction to Key Concepts video and visit the One Fairfax webpage here . The Department of Family Services (DFS) is committed to strengthening the well-being of its diverse community by protecting and improving the lives of all children, adults, and families through assistance, partnership, advocacy, outreach, and quality services. To learn more about DFS and its Mission, Vision, and Values, please click here . The Kinship Navigator is a member of the Permanency Unit under the Foster Care and Adoption (FC&A) Resource and Support Program. Under general supervision of the Social Services Supervisor, performs tasks independently to protect children and build family resilience as articulated by local, state, and federal policies and laws. Working hour is Monday thru Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., however, evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday hours will be required. Duties and responsibilities include the following:
Connects with Spanish speaking potential kinship caregivers by phone or in person early in the family finding process
Engages with kinship caregivers identified through Family Finding to explore placement options
Provides information to kinship caregivers considering becoming certified as resource parents
Supports the kinship caregivers with the emergency foster home approval process to include completion of the mutual family assessment
Visits kinship caregivers in their homes
Uses automated technology in multiple systems to maintain client data, case records, and correspondence
Assesses and evaluates the potential kinship caregivers and provides information and resources
Collaborates with social services specialists within the Division of CYF to provide services to kinship caregivers and their families
Participates in kinship practice improvement teams within CYF and within the community
Provides support and resources to Fairfax County residents through responding to calls on the Kinship Resource Line
Works collaboratively with CYF Quality Assurance staff to evaluate kinship services and promote positive outcomes for kinship families
Provides supervisory support to staff during the absence of the unit supervisor
Perform other duties as assigned to ensure child safety and improve outcomes in families and improve outcomes in families
Illustrative Duties
(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.) Contributes to the development of protocols, policies, procedures, grants and contracts for a social services program, department, and other entities; Assists the supervisor in planning and carrying out training for new staff, providing guidance to staff. May directly supervise staff, and covers for the supervisor in their absence; Serves as a policy expert in an area of social work specialization; Conducts comprehensive clinical assessments and prepares and implements service plans; Works with clients to develop a plan of service to meet social, health, emotional and economic needs. With the client, formulates objectives and identifies actions to resolve the clients' problems; Conducts home visits to families for the purpose of monitoring, counseling and supervision; Provides crisis intervention on a timely basis to clients or families whose well being is seriously and immediately threatened, to include Child Protective Services after-hours; Conducts mediation services to families in conflict; Investigates allegations of abuse and neglect of children, elderly persons and incapacitated adults who live in the community and institutional facilities; Makes assessment of risks posed to clients in accordance with state and local policies, and works to ensure risks are eliminated or minimized; Evaluates child's readiness for placement and recommends placement, ensuring compliance with legal provisions; Evaluates and trains foster and adoptive parents; Works with the community to identify families, children and individuals needing services and to coordinate these services using a wrap-around approach; Advocates and assists families and individuals in obtaining services (e.g., mental health, intellectual disability, alcohol and drug, housing referrals, home based services, training and medical services); Communicates and works with colleagues, clients and the community in a manner that supports the agency and program goals and objectives; Participates as a contributing member on interagency, multi-disciplinary teams, community groups and professional organizations; Collaborates and contributes to child specific teams on non-agency cases as assigned to assist in identifying community resources and services for families; Assesses eligibility for foster care protect/prevent funds; Participates, collaborates and contributes to Comprehensive Services Act activities for families on caseload; Provides training and education on a variety of social work topics; Uses automated technology and hard copy files to maintain and update case data, notes, documents, records, contacts and summaries of information; Manages and maintains program data and outcomes.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities
(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.) Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of social work; Thorough knowledge of current social service problems and methods/approaches to address issues; Thorough knowledge of regulations and guidelines relating to the assigned area of social service specialization; Knowledge of casework supervision practices and procedures; Ability to analyze case information and to reach sound decisions on the basis of such information; Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; Ability to use automated technology to establish and maintain case records; Ability to maintain professional ethics and confidentiality of client information; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of individuals.; Ability to schedule and manage workload sufficiently to meet deadlines; Ability to provide guidance, direction, supervision and coaching to less-experienced staff; Ability to provide management and oversight of a program or project.
Employment Standards
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree, plus three years of professional social work experience. A master's degree in a related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience. Contingent upon the area of assignment, some positions within this class may require specific certification(s) prior to employment and/or the ability to acquire necessary certification(s) within a specified time period following employment. The certifications are identified in the position description and employment advertisement . CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED: Valid driver's license. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background, a driving record check, and a Child Protective Services check to the satisfaction of the employer. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's degree in social work (MSW) or a related human services degree
Knowledge of kinship practices and experience working with kinship families
At least four (4) years of work experience in Child Welfare
Experience working with individuals and families from diverse multi-cultural populations and facilitating community outreach.
Spanish Speaking
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Sufficiently mobile to attend home visits, court, meetings, and community events outside the office. Ability to use automated technology. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Work requires performing tasks with risks of secondary traumatic stress (STS). Ability to navigate through and make decisions in stressful and crisis situations. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations. SELECTION PROCEDURE: Panel interview and may include a practical exercise. The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 39.8% of residents speak a language other than English at home ( Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and others ) and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity. Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov EEO/AA/TTY.
Dec 19, 2023
Full time
This position includes a signing bonus of $2,500 (full-time) for new county hires. Are you a champion for kinship placements? Have you been told you have excellent engagement and assessment skills? Do you enjoy a bit of detective work? The Division of Children, Youth and Families (CYF) of the Department of Family Services (DFS) is seeking a Kinship Navigator (Social Services Specialist III) to connect and work directly with kinship caregivers of children at risk of separation or who have already entered the child welfare system. Learn more about the culture of DFS, meet our director and some of our employees, watch videos about our programs, and check out the great health benefits offered by Fairfax County. Grow your career with Fairfax County! With more than 16,000 employees, Fairfax County is a diverse workforce offering employees stimulating and challenging opportunities across a broad scope of career opportunities. As a Fairfax County employee, you impact the well-being of our community every day. This is an exciting time to join Fairfax County Government as we shape racial and social equity policies in the county through the One Fairfax Policy. Using this framework, we intentionally consider equity when making policies or delivering programs and services. To learn more, we highly encourage you to watch the Becoming One Fairfax—An Introduction to Key Concepts video and visit the One Fairfax webpage here . The Department of Family Services (DFS) is committed to strengthening the well-being of its diverse community by protecting and improving the lives of all children, adults, and families through assistance, partnership, advocacy, outreach, and quality services. To learn more about DFS and its Mission, Vision, and Values, please click here . The Kinship Navigator is a member of the Permanency Unit under the Foster Care and Adoption (FC&A) Resource and Support Program. Under general supervision of the Social Services Supervisor, performs tasks independently to protect children and build family resilience as articulated by local, state, and federal policies and laws. Working hour is Monday thru Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., however, evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday hours will be required. Duties and responsibilities include the following:
Connects with Spanish speaking potential kinship caregivers by phone or in person early in the family finding process
Engages with kinship caregivers identified through Family Finding to explore placement options
Provides information to kinship caregivers considering becoming certified as resource parents
Supports the kinship caregivers with the emergency foster home approval process to include completion of the mutual family assessment
Visits kinship caregivers in their homes
Uses automated technology in multiple systems to maintain client data, case records, and correspondence
Assesses and evaluates the potential kinship caregivers and provides information and resources
Collaborates with social services specialists within the Division of CYF to provide services to kinship caregivers and their families
Participates in kinship practice improvement teams within CYF and within the community
Provides support and resources to Fairfax County residents through responding to calls on the Kinship Resource Line
Works collaboratively with CYF Quality Assurance staff to evaluate kinship services and promote positive outcomes for kinship families
Provides supervisory support to staff during the absence of the unit supervisor
Perform other duties as assigned to ensure child safety and improve outcomes in families and improve outcomes in families
Illustrative Duties
(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.) Contributes to the development of protocols, policies, procedures, grants and contracts for a social services program, department, and other entities; Assists the supervisor in planning and carrying out training for new staff, providing guidance to staff. May directly supervise staff, and covers for the supervisor in their absence; Serves as a policy expert in an area of social work specialization; Conducts comprehensive clinical assessments and prepares and implements service plans; Works with clients to develop a plan of service to meet social, health, emotional and economic needs. With the client, formulates objectives and identifies actions to resolve the clients' problems; Conducts home visits to families for the purpose of monitoring, counseling and supervision; Provides crisis intervention on a timely basis to clients or families whose well being is seriously and immediately threatened, to include Child Protective Services after-hours; Conducts mediation services to families in conflict; Investigates allegations of abuse and neglect of children, elderly persons and incapacitated adults who live in the community and institutional facilities; Makes assessment of risks posed to clients in accordance with state and local policies, and works to ensure risks are eliminated or minimized; Evaluates child's readiness for placement and recommends placement, ensuring compliance with legal provisions; Evaluates and trains foster and adoptive parents; Works with the community to identify families, children and individuals needing services and to coordinate these services using a wrap-around approach; Advocates and assists families and individuals in obtaining services (e.g., mental health, intellectual disability, alcohol and drug, housing referrals, home based services, training and medical services); Communicates and works with colleagues, clients and the community in a manner that supports the agency and program goals and objectives; Participates as a contributing member on interagency, multi-disciplinary teams, community groups and professional organizations; Collaborates and contributes to child specific teams on non-agency cases as assigned to assist in identifying community resources and services for families; Assesses eligibility for foster care protect/prevent funds; Participates, collaborates and contributes to Comprehensive Services Act activities for families on caseload; Provides training and education on a variety of social work topics; Uses automated technology and hard copy files to maintain and update case data, notes, documents, records, contacts and summaries of information; Manages and maintains program data and outcomes.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities
(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.) Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of social work; Thorough knowledge of current social service problems and methods/approaches to address issues; Thorough knowledge of regulations and guidelines relating to the assigned area of social service specialization; Knowledge of casework supervision practices and procedures; Ability to analyze case information and to reach sound decisions on the basis of such information; Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; Ability to use automated technology to establish and maintain case records; Ability to maintain professional ethics and confidentiality of client information; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of individuals.; Ability to schedule and manage workload sufficiently to meet deadlines; Ability to provide guidance, direction, supervision and coaching to less-experienced staff; Ability to provide management and oversight of a program or project.
Employment Standards
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree, plus three years of professional social work experience. A master's degree in a related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience. Contingent upon the area of assignment, some positions within this class may require specific certification(s) prior to employment and/or the ability to acquire necessary certification(s) within a specified time period following employment. The certifications are identified in the position description and employment advertisement . CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED: Valid driver's license. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background, a driving record check, and a Child Protective Services check to the satisfaction of the employer. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's degree in social work (MSW) or a related human services degree
Knowledge of kinship practices and experience working with kinship families
At least four (4) years of work experience in Child Welfare
Experience working with individuals and families from diverse multi-cultural populations and facilitating community outreach.
Spanish Speaking
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Sufficiently mobile to attend home visits, court, meetings, and community events outside the office. Ability to use automated technology. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Work requires performing tasks with risks of secondary traumatic stress (STS). Ability to navigate through and make decisions in stressful and crisis situations. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations. SELECTION PROCEDURE: Panel interview and may include a practical exercise. The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 39.8% of residents speak a language other than English at home ( Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and others ) and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity. Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov EEO/AA/TTY.
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 .
Racial Equity Statement
As a leader of collaborative efforts to mobilize voters, protect voting rights, and win elections, America Votes is committed to advancing racial equity within our organization and across our coalition. We acknowledge the systematic racism that permeates all facets of our society, beginning with the foundational right to vote. America Votes is also engaging with an understanding of the ways gender, sexuality and other forms of oppression intersect with race and how those relationships impact inequities faced by our staff, our partners, and the communities that we engage in our work. America Votes strives to model our commitment to racial equity through our internal and external operations, programs, and partnerships. We acknowledge the inequitable structures that continue to exist and are moving forward with a sustained commitment in time, resources and people to challenge structural racism and work towards creating a reflective organization and democracy.
Position Description
America Votes is seeking a highly motivated self-starter to serve as the Voting Rights Manager as a part of a team focused on voting rights in Wisconsin. This position will require flexibility, creativity, and a sense of humor. The Voting Rights Manager will play a key support role in creating program resources while assisting the Wisconsin Deputy State Director, Voting RIghts with the program and research goals. This person will be a critical part of supporting the election administration work America Votes does and be responsible for maintaining dashboards, creating reports, matrices, relationships with local election officials and activists, and legislative tracking. This person will be identifying important news stories related to election administration and municipal clerks and sharing that information with the larger team. An ideal candidate is systems and detail-oriented, on the job training is expected and encouraged. This position is grant funded and is currently funded through December 2024.
Location
This position is based in Wisconsin with Madison or Milwaukee preferred and will require travel around the state. The America Votes office is located in Madison, Wisconsin.
This position is based in Wisconsin with Madison or Milwaukee preferred and will require travel around the state. The America Votes office is located in Madison, Wisconsin. America Votes is currently hybrid with in person activities and/or travel expected 4-6 times a month.
Responsibilities
Coordinate legislative work around voting rights and election administration. Cultivate and manage a nonpartisan bank of messengers on voting issues; help coordinate and draft testimony, and train spokespeople as needed
Engagement with election officials and boards of elections, including staying up to date on county by county election preparations, capacity, anticipated changes, allocation of resources, implementation of new laws, and status of targeted advocacy requests.
Election administration implementation and compliance at the local and state level, including the implementation of new elections-related legislation.
Election protection efforts with partners and key stakeholders across Wisconsin, including statewide poll worker recruitment effort as needed.
Produce a weekly report on the program that may include information like program updates, weekly news clips around the election administration environment and threats to democracy.
Assist with producing products, meeting deadlines, and securing participation to meet program goals. Assist the Election Administration Director in collecting and organizing election administration information, creating reports, updating and maintaining Wisconsin information related to election administration, and legislative tracking.
Attend and take notes for internal and external meetings.
Maintain departmental systems, including an internal shared drive and monthly newsletter.
Other responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
Required
3 - 5 years, or at least two cycles, of voting rights, advocacy, organizing, nonprofit or government experience.
Experience working with underrepresented and/or historically marginalized communities, preferably in campaign or organizing settings.
Respect for local organizations, election officials, leaders, and programs.
Team player with strong interpersonal skills and sound judgment.
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.
Comfort with designing presentations in Powerpoint, Google Slides, and/or Canva and willingness to learn additional skills.
Comfort with Google suite, and/or Excel, Microsoft suite and willingness to learn additional skills with these or new, related tools.
Ability to work independently and to drive and manage own workload; ability to manage several tasks/projects concurrently and prioritize work effectively by making and meeting team goals.
Ability to travel within the state (as needed); ability to work irregular campaign style hours, especially during the peak months of the electoral cycle. As the health environment allows, meeting in person one-on-one, in small groups, and in large coalition meeting settings.
Excellent writing, communication, presentation, and time management skills, with attention to detail.
Some experience working in a coalition, advocacy, or political and electoral environments.
Experience creating reports and presentations for various audiences. .
A passion for voting rights and expanding access to the ballot.
Preferred
Familiarity with Wisconsin election laws and administration of election systems. Ideal candidates will have some understanding of election administration or election protection.
Experience working with election administration officials.
Knowledge of and experience with Wisconsin political and community organization landscape.
Ability to see trends and opportunities; articulate the environment.
Experience or training in race equity/anti-racist frameworks; a general understanding of how power intersects with gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and class in organizing and electoral settings.
Compensation
This position is grant funded and is currently funded through December 2024. The minimum salary for this position is $60,000 ($5,000/month) an d depends upon the applicant's experience. America Votes offers a competitive benefits package covering 100% of employee medical, dental, & vision insurance premiums, life insurance, long term disability coverage, a monthly cell phone stipend, personal professional development funds, parental leave, and 401 (K) after months of continuous service with the organization.
America Votes provides a generous paid time off policy including paid vacation; paid sick leave and personal days; at least 10 Federal paid holidays including Juneteenth; and 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.
Dec 18, 2023
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. For more information about America Votes, visit www.americavotes.org .
Racial Equity Statement
As a leader of collaborative efforts to mobilize voters, protect voting rights, and win elections, America Votes is committed to advancing racial equity within our organization and across our coalition. We acknowledge the systematic racism that permeates all facets of our society, beginning with the foundational right to vote. America Votes is also engaging with an understanding of the ways gender, sexuality and other forms of oppression intersect with race and how those relationships impact inequities faced by our staff, our partners, and the communities that we engage in our work. America Votes strives to model our commitment to racial equity through our internal and external operations, programs, and partnerships. We acknowledge the inequitable structures that continue to exist and are moving forward with a sustained commitment in time, resources and people to challenge structural racism and work towards creating a reflective organization and democracy.
Position Description
America Votes is seeking a highly motivated self-starter to serve as the Voting Rights Manager as a part of a team focused on voting rights in Wisconsin. This position will require flexibility, creativity, and a sense of humor. The Voting Rights Manager will play a key support role in creating program resources while assisting the Wisconsin Deputy State Director, Voting RIghts with the program and research goals. This person will be a critical part of supporting the election administration work America Votes does and be responsible for maintaining dashboards, creating reports, matrices, relationships with local election officials and activists, and legislative tracking. This person will be identifying important news stories related to election administration and municipal clerks and sharing that information with the larger team. An ideal candidate is systems and detail-oriented, on the job training is expected and encouraged. This position is grant funded and is currently funded through December 2024.
Location
This position is based in Wisconsin with Madison or Milwaukee preferred and will require travel around the state. The America Votes office is located in Madison, Wisconsin.
This position is based in Wisconsin with Madison or Milwaukee preferred and will require travel around the state. The America Votes office is located in Madison, Wisconsin. America Votes is currently hybrid with in person activities and/or travel expected 4-6 times a month.
Responsibilities
Coordinate legislative work around voting rights and election administration. Cultivate and manage a nonpartisan bank of messengers on voting issues; help coordinate and draft testimony, and train spokespeople as needed
Engagement with election officials and boards of elections, including staying up to date on county by county election preparations, capacity, anticipated changes, allocation of resources, implementation of new laws, and status of targeted advocacy requests.
Election administration implementation and compliance at the local and state level, including the implementation of new elections-related legislation.
Election protection efforts with partners and key stakeholders across Wisconsin, including statewide poll worker recruitment effort as needed.
Produce a weekly report on the program that may include information like program updates, weekly news clips around the election administration environment and threats to democracy.
Assist with producing products, meeting deadlines, and securing participation to meet program goals. Assist the Election Administration Director in collecting and organizing election administration information, creating reports, updating and maintaining Wisconsin information related to election administration, and legislative tracking.
Attend and take notes for internal and external meetings.
Maintain departmental systems, including an internal shared drive and monthly newsletter.
Other responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
Required
3 - 5 years, or at least two cycles, of voting rights, advocacy, organizing, nonprofit or government experience.
Experience working with underrepresented and/or historically marginalized communities, preferably in campaign or organizing settings.
Respect for local organizations, election officials, leaders, and programs.
Team player with strong interpersonal skills and sound judgment.
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.
Comfort with designing presentations in Powerpoint, Google Slides, and/or Canva and willingness to learn additional skills.
Comfort with Google suite, and/or Excel, Microsoft suite and willingness to learn additional skills with these or new, related tools.
Ability to work independently and to drive and manage own workload; ability to manage several tasks/projects concurrently and prioritize work effectively by making and meeting team goals.
Ability to travel within the state (as needed); ability to work irregular campaign style hours, especially during the peak months of the electoral cycle. As the health environment allows, meeting in person one-on-one, in small groups, and in large coalition meeting settings.
Excellent writing, communication, presentation, and time management skills, with attention to detail.
Some experience working in a coalition, advocacy, or political and electoral environments.
Experience creating reports and presentations for various audiences. .
A passion for voting rights and expanding access to the ballot.
Preferred
Familiarity with Wisconsin election laws and administration of election systems. Ideal candidates will have some understanding of election administration or election protection.
Experience working with election administration officials.
Knowledge of and experience with Wisconsin political and community organization landscape.
Ability to see trends and opportunities; articulate the environment.
Experience or training in race equity/anti-racist frameworks; a general understanding of how power intersects with gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and class in organizing and electoral settings.
Compensation
This position is grant funded and is currently funded through December 2024. The minimum salary for this position is $60,000 ($5,000/month) an d depends upon the applicant's experience. America Votes offers a competitive benefits package covering 100% of employee medical, dental, & vision insurance premiums, life insurance, long term disability coverage, a monthly cell phone stipend, personal professional development funds, parental leave, and 401 (K) after months of continuous service with the organization.
America Votes provides a generous paid time off policy including paid vacation; paid sick leave and personal days; at least 10 Federal paid holidays including Juneteenth; and 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.
United Nations Foundation
Washington DC or remote in the continental U.S.
The salary range for this position is $135,000 - $150,000.
Position Overview
The U.S. Climate Alliance is a bipartisan coalition of governors securing America’s net-zero future by advancing state-led, high-impact climate action. The Alliance Secretariat helps its members accelerate climate action by providing a broad range of technical, analytical, policy, and capacity assistance and resources. Currently, the coalition’s policy initiatives are structured around ten policy priority areas that include electricity generation, transportation, industry, buildings, just transition and equity, climate finance, resilience, and natural and working lands. The Alliance has also built strong relationships with the federal administration to help create and implement an ambitious, durable national climate framework. For more information on the Alliance, please visit www.usclimatealliance.org .
The U.S. Climate Alliance seeks a Policy Director to lead the Secretariat in advancing climate solutions across ten coalition-wide policy priorities, inform organizational strategy, ensure Working Groups are delivering high-impact results, and support team member development, among other responsibilities. The Policy Director will manage the Secretariat’s core policy team and, together with the Executive and Managing Directors, convene and provide direction to the Secretariat’s extended policy team. The Policy Director reports to the Managing Director of the Alliance and will be expected to work as part of a broader team that includes Alliance states, consultants, and external partners. The position is part of the Energy and Climate team at the United Nations Foundation, which houses the U.S. Climate Alliance Secretariat.
This position is based in Washington, DC (hybrid schedule). We also welcome full time remote applicants.
Essential Functions
Strategic planning and policy development
Oversee all policy portfolios and workplans and support staff in ensuring Alliance policy priorities and efforts are strategic, responsive to state needs, of additive value to state efforts, and conducted in close collaboration with partner organizations.
Ensure Alliance policy activities are timely, nimble, and strategic. Support staff in responding to major political shifts, current events at national and state levels, and important moments for governors and the broader climate movement.
Lead annual strategic planning and execution efforts across the Secretariat’s policy team.
Work with core policy staff to create and execute new state and federal based initiatives.
Advise the Leadership Team on strategies for strengthening state-federal engagement.
Support staff in independently managing their work, seeking help when needed, and identifying opportunities for growth, portfolio diversification, and increased impact.
Foster collaboration, innovation, and cross-pollination across policy staff, including by supporting the development of comprehensive policy solutions that touch on multiple sectors, facilitating the sharing of lessons learned, and ensuring integration of cross-cutting initiatives throughout the Alliance’s work.
Provide advice and counsel to core policy staff in carrying out their work on behalf of Alliance members, serving as a sounding board and always keeping in mind organization-wide goals, values, and mission.
Manage a policy portfolio, including leading a Working Group or other initiative.
Team leadership and staff supervision
Manage a growing core policy team including by preparing for and running policy team meetings, following up on action items and deliverables, working with staff to resolve issues, conducting performance assessments, setting and supporting individual performance goals, and approving leave.
Serve on the Alliance’s Extended Leadership team and work closely with the Executive Director, Managing Director, and fellow departmental directors to operationalize the strategic vision of the organization.
Grant management
Maintain working knowledge of the UNF agreement process for both contracts and grants, including how to utilize the proper contract templates.
Conduct oversight of agreements that support and advance the policy teams’ portfolios and workplans.
In consultation with the Chief of Staff and Finance Manager, monitor spending against project budgets and ensure that grants are spent down on time and within budget.
Fundraising and reporting
Support sector-based fundraising efforts, including drafting and reviewing proposals, growing relationships with donors, and tracking and reporting progress.
Selection Criteria
Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of relevant experience. Master’s degree preferred.
Strong preference may be given to candidates with experience working in, with, or around state-level government.
At least 3-5 years of supervisory experience.
Experience cultivating team-based environments that empower staff to work independently while fostering collaboration across an organization.
Demonstrated success in leading strategy implementation to drive results, with a record of seeing processes through from idea to execution.
Experience working on electricity sector climate policy is preferred but not required.
Understanding of organizational management, talent management, and monitoring and evaluation protocols.
Experience managing active contracts and grant agreements, developing project budgets, and managing vendors.
Strong writing, verbal, and analytical skills designed to convey complex material to senior leadership.
Experience in fundraising is preferred.
Proficiency for anticipating and avoiding problems.
Aptitude for grasping and adding value to the organizational vision and mission, helping to develop and deliver on high-level goals and priorities.
Organizational, political, and emotional intelligence and ability to use discretion around sensitive information.
Examples of passed work may be required as part of the interview process
Ability to work under pressure and handle stress.
Ability to meet regular attendance/tardiness policy.
Our Values
The Secretariat’s core values represent our team’s highest priorities and driving forces. These values are the heart of how we go about doing our work in support of each other and our member governors and states, serving as cultural cornerstones and exemplified by all members of our team.
Purpose: We are aligned by a common purpose to confront the climate crisis and its impacts through the power of state government. We connect our daily work to the Alliance’s mission and, in pursuit of our shared goals, always act in the best interest of our governors and states.
Excellence: We have high standards in the work we do to support Alliance governors and states. We are focused, data-driven, and attentive to the smallest of details while never losing sight of the big picture.
Empathy: We value kindness and treat others with dignity and respect, recognizing that our actions affect one another and all those with whom we interact. We consider growth, learning, and development to be priorities.
Inclusion: We actively work to increase diversity, advance equity, and cultivate a welcoming work environment where everyone feels valued. We are collaborators and prioritize teamwork — knowing that it will take our broader community all working together to ultimately solve the climate crisis.
Balance: We value a positive work environment and, even in the hectic day-to-day, we make the time to build relationships, celebrate successes, and laugh. We know that balancing home and work lives is essential and encourage each other to put the health and well-being of ourselves and our loved ones first.
Benefits & Compensation
For full-time, benefit eligible employees, UNF offers an excellent range of benefits, including:
a choice between two health plans through UnitedHealthcare (PPO or HDHP with HSA)
dental insurance
vision insurance
flexible spending accounts
403b retirement savings plan with a generous matching contribution
group term and supplemental life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
health club discounts
commuter subsidy
back-up care
employee assistance program
Additionally, all benefit eligible employees have 12 paid holidays, 20 vacation days, 10 sick days, 3 personal days, and 8 weeks of family leave care.
LI-#Hybrid
LI-#Remote
Dec 07, 2023
Full time
The salary range for this position is $135,000 - $150,000.
Position Overview
The U.S. Climate Alliance is a bipartisan coalition of governors securing America’s net-zero future by advancing state-led, high-impact climate action. The Alliance Secretariat helps its members accelerate climate action by providing a broad range of technical, analytical, policy, and capacity assistance and resources. Currently, the coalition’s policy initiatives are structured around ten policy priority areas that include electricity generation, transportation, industry, buildings, just transition and equity, climate finance, resilience, and natural and working lands. The Alliance has also built strong relationships with the federal administration to help create and implement an ambitious, durable national climate framework. For more information on the Alliance, please visit www.usclimatealliance.org .
The U.S. Climate Alliance seeks a Policy Director to lead the Secretariat in advancing climate solutions across ten coalition-wide policy priorities, inform organizational strategy, ensure Working Groups are delivering high-impact results, and support team member development, among other responsibilities. The Policy Director will manage the Secretariat’s core policy team and, together with the Executive and Managing Directors, convene and provide direction to the Secretariat’s extended policy team. The Policy Director reports to the Managing Director of the Alliance and will be expected to work as part of a broader team that includes Alliance states, consultants, and external partners. The position is part of the Energy and Climate team at the United Nations Foundation, which houses the U.S. Climate Alliance Secretariat.
This position is based in Washington, DC (hybrid schedule). We also welcome full time remote applicants.
Essential Functions
Strategic planning and policy development
Oversee all policy portfolios and workplans and support staff in ensuring Alliance policy priorities and efforts are strategic, responsive to state needs, of additive value to state efforts, and conducted in close collaboration with partner organizations.
Ensure Alliance policy activities are timely, nimble, and strategic. Support staff in responding to major political shifts, current events at national and state levels, and important moments for governors and the broader climate movement.
Lead annual strategic planning and execution efforts across the Secretariat’s policy team.
Work with core policy staff to create and execute new state and federal based initiatives.
Advise the Leadership Team on strategies for strengthening state-federal engagement.
Support staff in independently managing their work, seeking help when needed, and identifying opportunities for growth, portfolio diversification, and increased impact.
Foster collaboration, innovation, and cross-pollination across policy staff, including by supporting the development of comprehensive policy solutions that touch on multiple sectors, facilitating the sharing of lessons learned, and ensuring integration of cross-cutting initiatives throughout the Alliance’s work.
Provide advice and counsel to core policy staff in carrying out their work on behalf of Alliance members, serving as a sounding board and always keeping in mind organization-wide goals, values, and mission.
Manage a policy portfolio, including leading a Working Group or other initiative.
Team leadership and staff supervision
Manage a growing core policy team including by preparing for and running policy team meetings, following up on action items and deliverables, working with staff to resolve issues, conducting performance assessments, setting and supporting individual performance goals, and approving leave.
Serve on the Alliance’s Extended Leadership team and work closely with the Executive Director, Managing Director, and fellow departmental directors to operationalize the strategic vision of the organization.
Grant management
Maintain working knowledge of the UNF agreement process for both contracts and grants, including how to utilize the proper contract templates.
Conduct oversight of agreements that support and advance the policy teams’ portfolios and workplans.
In consultation with the Chief of Staff and Finance Manager, monitor spending against project budgets and ensure that grants are spent down on time and within budget.
Fundraising and reporting
Support sector-based fundraising efforts, including drafting and reviewing proposals, growing relationships with donors, and tracking and reporting progress.
Selection Criteria
Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of relevant experience. Master’s degree preferred.
Strong preference may be given to candidates with experience working in, with, or around state-level government.
At least 3-5 years of supervisory experience.
Experience cultivating team-based environments that empower staff to work independently while fostering collaboration across an organization.
Demonstrated success in leading strategy implementation to drive results, with a record of seeing processes through from idea to execution.
Experience working on electricity sector climate policy is preferred but not required.
Understanding of organizational management, talent management, and monitoring and evaluation protocols.
Experience managing active contracts and grant agreements, developing project budgets, and managing vendors.
Strong writing, verbal, and analytical skills designed to convey complex material to senior leadership.
Experience in fundraising is preferred.
Proficiency for anticipating and avoiding problems.
Aptitude for grasping and adding value to the organizational vision and mission, helping to develop and deliver on high-level goals and priorities.
Organizational, political, and emotional intelligence and ability to use discretion around sensitive information.
Examples of passed work may be required as part of the interview process
Ability to work under pressure and handle stress.
Ability to meet regular attendance/tardiness policy.
Our Values
The Secretariat’s core values represent our team’s highest priorities and driving forces. These values are the heart of how we go about doing our work in support of each other and our member governors and states, serving as cultural cornerstones and exemplified by all members of our team.
Purpose: We are aligned by a common purpose to confront the climate crisis and its impacts through the power of state government. We connect our daily work to the Alliance’s mission and, in pursuit of our shared goals, always act in the best interest of our governors and states.
Excellence: We have high standards in the work we do to support Alliance governors and states. We are focused, data-driven, and attentive to the smallest of details while never losing sight of the big picture.
Empathy: We value kindness and treat others with dignity and respect, recognizing that our actions affect one another and all those with whom we interact. We consider growth, learning, and development to be priorities.
Inclusion: We actively work to increase diversity, advance equity, and cultivate a welcoming work environment where everyone feels valued. We are collaborators and prioritize teamwork — knowing that it will take our broader community all working together to ultimately solve the climate crisis.
Balance: We value a positive work environment and, even in the hectic day-to-day, we make the time to build relationships, celebrate successes, and laugh. We know that balancing home and work lives is essential and encourage each other to put the health and well-being of ourselves and our loved ones first.
Benefits & Compensation
For full-time, benefit eligible employees, UNF offers an excellent range of benefits, including:
a choice between two health plans through UnitedHealthcare (PPO or HDHP with HSA)
dental insurance
vision insurance
flexible spending accounts
403b retirement savings plan with a generous matching contribution
group term and supplemental life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
health club discounts
commuter subsidy
back-up care
employee assistance program
Additionally, all benefit eligible employees have 12 paid holidays, 20 vacation days, 10 sick days, 3 personal days, and 8 weeks of family leave care.
LI-#Hybrid
LI-#Remote
United Nations Foundation
Washington DC or remote in the continental U.S.
The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $100,000.
Position Overview
The U.S. Climate Alliance is a bipartisan coalition of governors securing America’s net-zero future by advancing state-led, high-impact climate action. The Alliance Secretariat helps its members accelerate climate action by providing a broad range of technical, analytical, policy, and capacity assistance and resources. The coalition has also built strong relationships with the federal administration to help create and implement an ambitious, durable national climate framework. For more information on the Alliance, please visit www.usclimatealliance.org. The U.S. Climate Alliance seeks a Policy Advisor to develop and implement policy solutions to decarbonize the buildings sector in Alliance states and territories, working closely with senior staff of the Alliance Secretariat. This coalition of governors recently announced a series of new commitments to eliminate emissions from buildings, including collectively quadrupling heat pump installations across the Alliance by the end of the decade. The Policy Advisor will be charged with helping turn these commitments into action as the Alliance deepens its focus in this priority area. They will also advise on additional sectors as appropriate. This role will report to the Policy Director and be expected to work as part of a broader team that includes Alliance states, consultants, and external partners. The position is part of the Energy and Climate team at the United Nations Foundation, which houses the U.S. Climate Alliance Secretariat. This position is remote in the continental U.S.
Essential Functions
Advise states and track member policy development.
Support states in developing and implementing policies and programs, identify opportunities to increase ambition where possible, and equip states to access federal and private resources to accelerate building decarbonization.
Provide Alliance states with expert guidance, tools, and resources to act on emerging policies and demonstrate political and sectoral leadership.
Contribute to the Alliance’s policy tracking efforts by conducting research and actively tracking the development of state and federal buildings policies and programs and associated budgets.
Coordinate state working group(s) and convenings
Lead the development and execution of state working groups and initiatives and consult with states on areas of focus, agenda development, and identification of action items and key barriers.
Track and follow up on action items.
Engage stakeholders and key partners to scope and implement projects.
Generate policy option papers, roadmaps, resource guides, and other major Alliance deliverables
At the request of Alliance states and the Secretariat, draft briefing papers and guides for states that analyze policy options for decarbonizing buildings, and make recommendations that are ambitious, politically feasible, and technologically possible.
Conduct policy research, analyze key sector trends, and draft chapters of the Alliance’s annual report that outline progress towards our climate goals.
Contribute to products that help Alliance states improve quantification of opportunities, measure progress towards policy goals, and quantify the co-benefits of action.
Conduct research and analysis and draft material for Alliance products across other sectors as needed.
Shape content and strategy for Alliance-wide meetings, workshops, and other high impact events
Shape content and strategy for Alliance-wide meetings, workshops, and other high-impact events
Work with the Secretariat, Alliance states, and outside experts to prepare meeting content and materials.
Advise on remarks, talking points, and other relevant communication materials.
Contribute to invitation lists and key partner outreach.
Fundraising
Identify funding needs to execute on the Alliance’s building decarbonization strategies and work with the Development team to develop relationships with current and potential funders to support this work.
In partnership with the Development and Leadership teams, write and submit grant applications for additional sources of funding.
Grant Management
Provide oversight and technical expertise for Alliance philanthropic grants that support building decarbonization activities. With the Operations team, manage spending against relevant budgets for these grants.
With the Operations and UNF contracts team, review new contracts and grant agreements to advance building decarbonization.
Evaluate and contribute to funding decisions for state technical assistance projects. Provide expertise, oversight, and support for buildings-focused technical assistance projects that are funded by the Alliance.
Other duties as assigned.
Selection Criteria
Bachelor’s degree with substantial work experience in building decarbonization policy. Master’s degree preferred.
4-7 years of experience in related policy areas, with experience working with governments desired. Experience working in, with, or around state-level government preferred.
Demonstrated strong research, analytical, writing, presentation, and briefing skills.
Critical thinker that can generate products tailored to different audiences without requiring frequent direction.
Substantial demonstrated expertise in developing, promoting, and implementing U.S. building decarbonization strategies, with deep knowledge of the state policy landscape across this sector.
A commitment to advance policy solutions to eliminate emissions from buildings.
Experience coordinating multi-stakeholder processes, and engagement in state, national or international climate coalitions.
Demonstrated ability to use and display complex datasets in Microsoft Excel and/or other tools.
Familiarity with relevant U.S. and other climate-related datasets and tools.
Ability to work as part of a small team balancing multiple competing priorities.
Self-motivated with strong ability to find solutions in the face of challenges.
Maximum flexibility in accepting and professionally executing a range of tasks.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple, competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to diplomatically engage diverse counterparts and use personal discretion in working with sensitive information.
Ability to work under pressure and handle stress.
Ability to meet regular attendance/tardiness policy.
Our Values
The Secretariat’s core values represent our team’s highest priorities and driving forces. These values are the heart of how we go about doing our work in support of each other and our member governors and states, serving as cultural cornerstones and exemplified by all members of our team.
Purpose: We are aligned by a common purpose to confront the climate crisis and its impacts through the power of state government. We connect our daily work to the Alliance’s mission and, in pursuit of our shared goals, always act in the best interest of our governors and states.
Excellence: We have high standards in the work we do to support Alliance governors and states. We are focused, data-driven, and attentive to the smallest of details while never losing sight of the big picture.
Empathy: We value kindness and treat others with dignity and respect, recognizing that our actions affect one another and all those with whom we interact. We consider growth, learning, and development to be priorities.
Inclusion: We actively work to increase diversity, advance equity, and cultivate a welcoming work environment where everyone feels valued. We are collaborators and prioritize teamwork — knowing that it will take our broader community all working together to ultimately solve the climate crisis.
Balance: We value a positive work environment and, even in the hectic day-to-day, we make the time to build relationships, celebrate successes, and laugh. We know that balancing home and work lives is essential and encourage each other to put the health and well-being of ourselves and our loved ones first.
Benefits & Compensation
For full-time, benefit eligible employees, UNF offers an excellent range of benefits, including:
a choice between two health plans through UnitedHealthcare (PPO or HDHP with HSA)
dental insurance
vision insurance
flexible spending accounts
403b retirement savings plan with a generous matching contribution
group term and supplemental life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
health club discounts
commuter subsidy
back-up care
employee assistance program
Additionally, all benefit eligible employees have 12 paid holidays, 20 vacation days, 10 sick days, 3 personal days, and 8 weeks of family leave care.
LI-#Hybrid
LI-#Remote
Dec 07, 2023
Full time
The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $100,000.
Position Overview
The U.S. Climate Alliance is a bipartisan coalition of governors securing America’s net-zero future by advancing state-led, high-impact climate action. The Alliance Secretariat helps its members accelerate climate action by providing a broad range of technical, analytical, policy, and capacity assistance and resources. The coalition has also built strong relationships with the federal administration to help create and implement an ambitious, durable national climate framework. For more information on the Alliance, please visit www.usclimatealliance.org. The U.S. Climate Alliance seeks a Policy Advisor to develop and implement policy solutions to decarbonize the buildings sector in Alliance states and territories, working closely with senior staff of the Alliance Secretariat. This coalition of governors recently announced a series of new commitments to eliminate emissions from buildings, including collectively quadrupling heat pump installations across the Alliance by the end of the decade. The Policy Advisor will be charged with helping turn these commitments into action as the Alliance deepens its focus in this priority area. They will also advise on additional sectors as appropriate. This role will report to the Policy Director and be expected to work as part of a broader team that includes Alliance states, consultants, and external partners. The position is part of the Energy and Climate team at the United Nations Foundation, which houses the U.S. Climate Alliance Secretariat. This position is remote in the continental U.S.
Essential Functions
Advise states and track member policy development.
Support states in developing and implementing policies and programs, identify opportunities to increase ambition where possible, and equip states to access federal and private resources to accelerate building decarbonization.
Provide Alliance states with expert guidance, tools, and resources to act on emerging policies and demonstrate political and sectoral leadership.
Contribute to the Alliance’s policy tracking efforts by conducting research and actively tracking the development of state and federal buildings policies and programs and associated budgets.
Coordinate state working group(s) and convenings
Lead the development and execution of state working groups and initiatives and consult with states on areas of focus, agenda development, and identification of action items and key barriers.
Track and follow up on action items.
Engage stakeholders and key partners to scope and implement projects.
Generate policy option papers, roadmaps, resource guides, and other major Alliance deliverables
At the request of Alliance states and the Secretariat, draft briefing papers and guides for states that analyze policy options for decarbonizing buildings, and make recommendations that are ambitious, politically feasible, and technologically possible.
Conduct policy research, analyze key sector trends, and draft chapters of the Alliance’s annual report that outline progress towards our climate goals.
Contribute to products that help Alliance states improve quantification of opportunities, measure progress towards policy goals, and quantify the co-benefits of action.
Conduct research and analysis and draft material for Alliance products across other sectors as needed.
Shape content and strategy for Alliance-wide meetings, workshops, and other high impact events
Shape content and strategy for Alliance-wide meetings, workshops, and other high-impact events
Work with the Secretariat, Alliance states, and outside experts to prepare meeting content and materials.
Advise on remarks, talking points, and other relevant communication materials.
Contribute to invitation lists and key partner outreach.
Fundraising
Identify funding needs to execute on the Alliance’s building decarbonization strategies and work with the Development team to develop relationships with current and potential funders to support this work.
In partnership with the Development and Leadership teams, write and submit grant applications for additional sources of funding.
Grant Management
Provide oversight and technical expertise for Alliance philanthropic grants that support building decarbonization activities. With the Operations team, manage spending against relevant budgets for these grants.
With the Operations and UNF contracts team, review new contracts and grant agreements to advance building decarbonization.
Evaluate and contribute to funding decisions for state technical assistance projects. Provide expertise, oversight, and support for buildings-focused technical assistance projects that are funded by the Alliance.
Other duties as assigned.
Selection Criteria
Bachelor’s degree with substantial work experience in building decarbonization policy. Master’s degree preferred.
4-7 years of experience in related policy areas, with experience working with governments desired. Experience working in, with, or around state-level government preferred.
Demonstrated strong research, analytical, writing, presentation, and briefing skills.
Critical thinker that can generate products tailored to different audiences without requiring frequent direction.
Substantial demonstrated expertise in developing, promoting, and implementing U.S. building decarbonization strategies, with deep knowledge of the state policy landscape across this sector.
A commitment to advance policy solutions to eliminate emissions from buildings.
Experience coordinating multi-stakeholder processes, and engagement in state, national or international climate coalitions.
Demonstrated ability to use and display complex datasets in Microsoft Excel and/or other tools.
Familiarity with relevant U.S. and other climate-related datasets and tools.
Ability to work as part of a small team balancing multiple competing priorities.
Self-motivated with strong ability to find solutions in the face of challenges.
Maximum flexibility in accepting and professionally executing a range of tasks.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple, competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to diplomatically engage diverse counterparts and use personal discretion in working with sensitive information.
Ability to work under pressure and handle stress.
Ability to meet regular attendance/tardiness policy.
Our Values
The Secretariat’s core values represent our team’s highest priorities and driving forces. These values are the heart of how we go about doing our work in support of each other and our member governors and states, serving as cultural cornerstones and exemplified by all members of our team.
Purpose: We are aligned by a common purpose to confront the climate crisis and its impacts through the power of state government. We connect our daily work to the Alliance’s mission and, in pursuit of our shared goals, always act in the best interest of our governors and states.
Excellence: We have high standards in the work we do to support Alliance governors and states. We are focused, data-driven, and attentive to the smallest of details while never losing sight of the big picture.
Empathy: We value kindness and treat others with dignity and respect, recognizing that our actions affect one another and all those with whom we interact. We consider growth, learning, and development to be priorities.
Inclusion: We actively work to increase diversity, advance equity, and cultivate a welcoming work environment where everyone feels valued. We are collaborators and prioritize teamwork — knowing that it will take our broader community all working together to ultimately solve the climate crisis.
Balance: We value a positive work environment and, even in the hectic day-to-day, we make the time to build relationships, celebrate successes, and laugh. We know that balancing home and work lives is essential and encourage each other to put the health and well-being of ourselves and our loved ones first.
Benefits & Compensation
For full-time, benefit eligible employees, UNF offers an excellent range of benefits, including:
a choice between two health plans through UnitedHealthcare (PPO or HDHP with HSA)
dental insurance
vision insurance
flexible spending accounts
403b retirement savings plan with a generous matching contribution
group term and supplemental life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
health club discounts
commuter subsidy
back-up care
employee assistance program
Additionally, all benefit eligible employees have 12 paid holidays, 20 vacation days, 10 sick days, 3 personal days, and 8 weeks of family leave care.
LI-#Hybrid
LI-#Remote
United Nations Foundation
WAshington DC or Remote in the continental U.S.
The salary range is $90,000 -$100,000
Position Overview
The U.S. Climate Alliance is a bipartisan coalition of governors securing America’s net-zero future by advancing state-led, high-impact climate action. The Alliance Secretariat helps its members accelerate climate action by providing a broad range of technical, analytical, policy, and capacity assistance and resources. The coalition has also built strong relationships with the federal administration to help create and implement an ambitious, durable national climate framework. For more information on the Alliance, please visit www.usclimatealliance.org .
The U.S. Climate Alliance seeks a Policy Advisor to support the development and implementation of policy solutions that advance equity, environmental justice, and a just economic transition in Alliance states and territories, working closely with senior staff of the Alliance Secretariat. Member governors of the coalition have committed to centering equity and environmental justice in efforts to achieve their climate goals, working with frontline communities to address the disproportionate burdens of climate change, and supporting a just economic transition by building the clean energy workforce and driving the creation of good-paying, family-sustaining jobs. The Policy Advisor will be charged with helping Alliance states and territories turn these commitments into action as the coalition deepens its focus in this priority area. They will also advise on the intersection of equity and environmental justice with other policy areas and partner with fellow team members to embed relevant considerations across all sectors of the coalition’s work.
This role will report to the Policy Director and be expected to work as part of a broader team that includes Alliance states, consultants, and external partners. The position is part of the Energy and Climate team at the United Nations Foundation, which houses the U.S. Climate Alliance.
This position is based in Washington, DC (hybrid) or remote in the continental U.S.
Essential Functions
Advise states and track member policy development
Support states in developing and implementing policies and programs, identify opportunities to increase ambition where possible, and equip states to access federal and private resources to accelerate their advancement of equity, environmental justice, and a just economic transition.
Alliance states with expert guidance, tools, and resources to act on emerging opportunities and demonstrate political and policy-based leadership.
Contribute to the Alliance’s policy tracking efforts by conducting research and actively monitoring the development of state and federal policies and programs and associated budgets.
Coordinate state working group(s) and convenings
Lead the development and execution of state working groups and initiatives and consult with states on areas of focus, agenda development, and identification of action items and key barriers.
Track and follow up on action items.
Engage stakeholders and key partners to scope and implement projects.
Generate policy option papers, roadmaps, resource guides and other major Alliance deliverables
Generate policy option papers, roadmaps, resource guides, and other major Alliance deliverables
At the request of Alliance states and the Secretariat, draft briefing papers and guides for states that analyze policy options for advancing equity, environmental justice, and a just economic transition — including through effective implementation of the Justice40 initiative — and make recommendations that are ambitious, politically feasible, and technologically possible.
Conduct policy research, analyze key trends, and draft chapters of the Alliance’s annual report that outline progress.
Contribute to products that help Alliance states improve quantification of opportunities, measure progress towards policy goals, and quantify the co-benefits of action.
Conduct research and analysis and draft material for Alliance products across other sectors as needed.
Shape content and strategy for Alliance-wide meetings, workshops, and other high-impact events
Work with the Secretariat, Alliance states, and outside experts to prepare meeting content and materials.
Advise on remarks, talking points, and other relevant communication materials.
Contribute to invitation lists and key partner outreach.
Fundraising
Identify funding needs to execute on the Alliance’s just transition and equity strategies and work with the Development Team to develop relationships with current and potential funders to support this work.
In partnership with the Development and Leadership Teams, write and submit grant applications for additional sources of funding.
Grant management
Provide oversight and technical expertise for Alliance philanthropic grants that support just transition and equity activities. With the Operations Team, manage spending against relevant budgets for these grants.
With the Operations and UNF contracts teams, review new contracts and grant agreements to advance equity, environmental justice, and a just economic transition in Alliance states and territories.
Evaluate and contribute to funding decisions for state technical assistance projects. Provide expertise, oversight, and support for just transition and equity-focused technical assistance projects that are funded by the Alliance.
Other duties as assigned.
Selection Criteria
Bachelor’s degree with substantial work experience in climate equity, environmental justice, and/or workforce development policy. Master’s degree preferred.
4-7 years of experience in related policy areas, with previous experience working with governments and community-based organizations desired. Experience working in, with, or around state-level policy strongly preferred.
Demonstrated strong research, analytical, writing, presentation, and briefing skills.
Critical thinker that can generate products tailored to different audiences without requiring frequent direction.
Substantial demonstrated expertise in developing, promoting, and implementing strategies that advance equity, environmental justice, and a just economic transition, with deep knowledge of the state policy landscape.
A commitment to advancing climate solutions that foster equitable and just outcomes.
Experience coordinating multi-stakeholder processes, with a capacity for helping parties overcome their differences and come together on shared goals and outcomes.
Familiarity with relevant U.S. and other climate-related datasets and tools.
Ability to work as part of a small team balancing multiple competing priorities.
Self-motivated with strong ability to find solutions in the face of challenges.
Maximum flexibility in accepting and professionally executing a range of tasks.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple, competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to diplomatically engage diverse counterparts and use personal discretion in working with sensitive information.
Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.
Ability to meet regular attendance/tardiness policy
Our Values
The Secretariat’s core values represent our team’s highest priorities and driving forces. These values are the heart of how we go about doing our work in support of each other and our member governors and states, serving as cultural cornerstones and exemplified by all members of our team.
Purpose: We are aligned by a common purpose to confront the climate crisis and its impacts through the power of state government. We connect our daily work to the Alliance’s mission and, in pursuit of our shared goals, always act in the best interest of our governors and states.
Excellence: We have high standards in the work we do to support Alliance governors and states. We are focused, data-driven, and attentive to the smallest of details while never losing sight of the big picture.
Empathy: We value kindness and treat others with dignity and respect, recognizing that our actions affect one another and all those with whom we interact. We consider growth, learning, and development to be priorities.
Inclusion: We actively work to increase diversity, advance equity, and cultivate a welcoming work environment where everyone feels valued. We are collaborators and prioritize teamwork — knowing that it will take our broader community all working together to ultimately solve the climate crisis.
Balance: We value a positive work environment and, even in the hectic day-to-day, we make the time to build relationships, celebrate successes, and laugh. We know that balancing home and work lives is essential and encourage each other to put the health and well-being of ourselves and our loved ones first.
Benefits & Compensation
For full-time, benefit eligible employees, UNF offers an excellent range of benefits, including:
a choice between two health plans through UnitedHealthcare (PPO or HDHP with HSA)
dental insurance
vision insurance
flexible spending accounts
403b retirement savings plan with a generous matching contribution
group term and supplemental life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
health club discounts
commuter subsidy
back-up care
employee assistance program
Additionally, all benefit eligible employees have 12 paid holidays, 20 vacation days, 10 sick days, 3 personal days, and 8 weeks of family leave care.
Dec 07, 2023
Full time
The salary range is $90,000 -$100,000
Position Overview
The U.S. Climate Alliance is a bipartisan coalition of governors securing America’s net-zero future by advancing state-led, high-impact climate action. The Alliance Secretariat helps its members accelerate climate action by providing a broad range of technical, analytical, policy, and capacity assistance and resources. The coalition has also built strong relationships with the federal administration to help create and implement an ambitious, durable national climate framework. For more information on the Alliance, please visit www.usclimatealliance.org .
The U.S. Climate Alliance seeks a Policy Advisor to support the development and implementation of policy solutions that advance equity, environmental justice, and a just economic transition in Alliance states and territories, working closely with senior staff of the Alliance Secretariat. Member governors of the coalition have committed to centering equity and environmental justice in efforts to achieve their climate goals, working with frontline communities to address the disproportionate burdens of climate change, and supporting a just economic transition by building the clean energy workforce and driving the creation of good-paying, family-sustaining jobs. The Policy Advisor will be charged with helping Alliance states and territories turn these commitments into action as the coalition deepens its focus in this priority area. They will also advise on the intersection of equity and environmental justice with other policy areas and partner with fellow team members to embed relevant considerations across all sectors of the coalition’s work.
This role will report to the Policy Director and be expected to work as part of a broader team that includes Alliance states, consultants, and external partners. The position is part of the Energy and Climate team at the United Nations Foundation, which houses the U.S. Climate Alliance.
This position is based in Washington, DC (hybrid) or remote in the continental U.S.
Essential Functions
Advise states and track member policy development
Support states in developing and implementing policies and programs, identify opportunities to increase ambition where possible, and equip states to access federal and private resources to accelerate their advancement of equity, environmental justice, and a just economic transition.
Alliance states with expert guidance, tools, and resources to act on emerging opportunities and demonstrate political and policy-based leadership.
Contribute to the Alliance’s policy tracking efforts by conducting research and actively monitoring the development of state and federal policies and programs and associated budgets.
Coordinate state working group(s) and convenings
Lead the development and execution of state working groups and initiatives and consult with states on areas of focus, agenda development, and identification of action items and key barriers.
Track and follow up on action items.
Engage stakeholders and key partners to scope and implement projects.
Generate policy option papers, roadmaps, resource guides and other major Alliance deliverables
Generate policy option papers, roadmaps, resource guides, and other major Alliance deliverables
At the request of Alliance states and the Secretariat, draft briefing papers and guides for states that analyze policy options for advancing equity, environmental justice, and a just economic transition — including through effective implementation of the Justice40 initiative — and make recommendations that are ambitious, politically feasible, and technologically possible.
Conduct policy research, analyze key trends, and draft chapters of the Alliance’s annual report that outline progress.
Contribute to products that help Alliance states improve quantification of opportunities, measure progress towards policy goals, and quantify the co-benefits of action.
Conduct research and analysis and draft material for Alliance products across other sectors as needed.
Shape content and strategy for Alliance-wide meetings, workshops, and other high-impact events
Work with the Secretariat, Alliance states, and outside experts to prepare meeting content and materials.
Advise on remarks, talking points, and other relevant communication materials.
Contribute to invitation lists and key partner outreach.
Fundraising
Identify funding needs to execute on the Alliance’s just transition and equity strategies and work with the Development Team to develop relationships with current and potential funders to support this work.
In partnership with the Development and Leadership Teams, write and submit grant applications for additional sources of funding.
Grant management
Provide oversight and technical expertise for Alliance philanthropic grants that support just transition and equity activities. With the Operations Team, manage spending against relevant budgets for these grants.
With the Operations and UNF contracts teams, review new contracts and grant agreements to advance equity, environmental justice, and a just economic transition in Alliance states and territories.
Evaluate and contribute to funding decisions for state technical assistance projects. Provide expertise, oversight, and support for just transition and equity-focused technical assistance projects that are funded by the Alliance.
Other duties as assigned.
Selection Criteria
Bachelor’s degree with substantial work experience in climate equity, environmental justice, and/or workforce development policy. Master’s degree preferred.
4-7 years of experience in related policy areas, with previous experience working with governments and community-based organizations desired. Experience working in, with, or around state-level policy strongly preferred.
Demonstrated strong research, analytical, writing, presentation, and briefing skills.
Critical thinker that can generate products tailored to different audiences without requiring frequent direction.
Substantial demonstrated expertise in developing, promoting, and implementing strategies that advance equity, environmental justice, and a just economic transition, with deep knowledge of the state policy landscape.
A commitment to advancing climate solutions that foster equitable and just outcomes.
Experience coordinating multi-stakeholder processes, with a capacity for helping parties overcome their differences and come together on shared goals and outcomes.
Familiarity with relevant U.S. and other climate-related datasets and tools.
Ability to work as part of a small team balancing multiple competing priorities.
Self-motivated with strong ability to find solutions in the face of challenges.
Maximum flexibility in accepting and professionally executing a range of tasks.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple, competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to diplomatically engage diverse counterparts and use personal discretion in working with sensitive information.
Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.
Ability to meet regular attendance/tardiness policy
Our Values
The Secretariat’s core values represent our team’s highest priorities and driving forces. These values are the heart of how we go about doing our work in support of each other and our member governors and states, serving as cultural cornerstones and exemplified by all members of our team.
Purpose: We are aligned by a common purpose to confront the climate crisis and its impacts through the power of state government. We connect our daily work to the Alliance’s mission and, in pursuit of our shared goals, always act in the best interest of our governors and states.
Excellence: We have high standards in the work we do to support Alliance governors and states. We are focused, data-driven, and attentive to the smallest of details while never losing sight of the big picture.
Empathy: We value kindness and treat others with dignity and respect, recognizing that our actions affect one another and all those with whom we interact. We consider growth, learning, and development to be priorities.
Inclusion: We actively work to increase diversity, advance equity, and cultivate a welcoming work environment where everyone feels valued. We are collaborators and prioritize teamwork — knowing that it will take our broader community all working together to ultimately solve the climate crisis.
Balance: We value a positive work environment and, even in the hectic day-to-day, we make the time to build relationships, celebrate successes, and laugh. We know that balancing home and work lives is essential and encourage each other to put the health and well-being of ourselves and our loved ones first.
Benefits & Compensation
For full-time, benefit eligible employees, UNF offers an excellent range of benefits, including:
a choice between two health plans through UnitedHealthcare (PPO or HDHP with HSA)
dental insurance
vision insurance
flexible spending accounts
403b retirement savings plan with a generous matching contribution
group term and supplemental life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
health club discounts
commuter subsidy
back-up care
employee assistance program
Additionally, all benefit eligible employees have 12 paid holidays, 20 vacation days, 10 sick days, 3 personal days, and 8 weeks of family leave care.
About Resolution Project At Resolution Project, we see the spark of passion in young people. We work with them to build it into a lifetime of impact. People do not need decades of experience before they can start making a difference in the world. Especially while young, they have the energy, idealism, and ambition to address complex challenges—today. But they need a community that invests and believes in their leadership. Resolution provides this support to young innovators around the world so they can break barriers and ignite meaningful change. The Resolution Fellowship is the core of our work. To become a Resolution Fellow, young people first compete in our Social Venture Challenge (SVC), pitching ideas for social enterprises in their communities. Those who are selected become Fellows, receiving seed funding and lifelong support. Resolution is there, even if they evolve or pivot from their original ideas, with global resources, mentorship, expertise, and community, along with a growing network of local partners. These components come together to form a proven model that identifies promising young leaders, launches their first ventures, and sticks with them as they grow. The Guide program is our premiere volunteer opportunity. Guides, typically early to mid-level professionals, serve as a virtual mentor to one or more of our Fellow teams—acting as coaches, advisors and sounding boards during the launch and implementation of our Fellows’ social ventures. In addition to helping our Fellows navigate through the challenges of launching social ventures, Guides fully embody our mission by supporting the personal and professional development of our young leaders. Since our beginning in 2008, Resolution Project has launched and supported the growth of over 600 Fellows, working across six continents and in over 80 countries. Altogether, our Fellows have impacted the lives of more than 6 million people around the globe. Through Resolution Project, young leaders receive unmatched guidance and wisdom from a team of partners, volunteers, and innovative peers around the globe. We remain committed—today and always— to all of our Fellows and to expanding our outreach to lower-resourced communities. Position summary The Program Manager - Volunteer Program is the external marketing name for our internal role, Program Manager, Guide Program. The Program Manager, Guide Program will join a high-performing team to help ensure Resolution’s achievement of key objectives, with specific duties related to the successful strategy and management of the Resolution Guide Program. This role will lead communication and outreach strategies to build Guide community and support volunteer engagement initiatives that recognize members of our community for their contributions in supporting Resolution Fellows and our mission. The Program Manager will also be responsible for the rollout and implementation of our volunteer management system, HandsOn Connect. This position will also work with a Program Coordinator they manage, to set strategy to build a pipeline of Resolution Guides to support our Fellows as the organization grows. The candidate must have a flexible schedule, be prepared to join meetings and conference calls earlier and later than regular business hours – including some weekends, and be willing to occasionally travel to support the Programs Team, both nationally and internationally.
Key Responsibilities
Work collaboratively with professional staff, Fellows, and volunteers to support programmatic goals and organizational growth as follows: Guide/Fellow Team Management
Serve as a primary point of contact and support for onboarded Resolution Guides.
Work with the programs team to support Guides through the review of monthly and semi-annual reports, problem-solving, and frequent follow-up.
Coordinate the introduction of Resolution Guides to Fellow teams in collaboration with other Program staff.
Schedule and send Monthly Guide Report reminders in Salesforce.
Update and maintain volunteer records in Salesforce and other volunteer management systems.
Evaluate impact and efficiency of the Guide program to ensure effectiveness and recommend and implement changes as appropriate.
Finalize rollout and oversee our volunteer management system, HandsOn Connect, including its interaction with Salesforce.
Oversee Guide onboarding and ensure Guides have engaging and current support materials (volunteer handbook, training, etc.).
Work with the Director of Programs to develop and oversee the Guide Program budget.
Review and approve Guide Elections and the annual Guide re-election process.
Volunteer Engagement
Lead strategy for volunteer engagement, virtual and in-person volunteer appreciation events, community events, a community newsletter, and social media, with support from other team members, as needed.
Develop strategies to recognize Guide contributions.
Maintain the Guide community Facebook and LinkedIn groups by adding members and posting engaging content.
Volunteer Recruitment
Support the Program Coordinator, Guide Program with developing and implementing volunteer recruitment strategies to maintain a consistent stream of virtual volunteer mentors entering the Guide Program that ideally reflect the diversity of Resolution’s Fellows, and grow the pipeline as Fellow numbers increase.
Support the Program Coordinator, Guide Program in their work with corporate partners to maintain current relationships and recruit new corporate volunteer partners in collaboration with the Assistant Director of Programs.
Provide support to the Program Coordinator in the management of the mentor matching process for recently onboarded Resolution Fellows.
Management
Manage and support the professional growth of the Program Coordinator, Guide Program.
Other Related Duties, As Requested
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Qualifications
3-5 years of relevant professional experience.
Highly organized with meticulous attention to detail and follow-through.
Ability to work well independently, with a high level of professionalism and exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to also work in collaboration with other staff, volunteers, and external partners from a variety of different backgrounds.
Prior stakeholder, relationship, or membership management experience.
Ability to handle sensitive information about donors, team members, Resolution Fellows, methodologies, etc. with discretion and good judgment.
Computer literacy, including extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Suite.
Experience managing a technical platform, volunteer management systems preferred.
Friendly and outgoing personality, and comfort running trainings, webinars, and regularly networking to grow the volunteer community.
Commitment to the principles of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Access, and Learning (outlined here in our DEI statement: https://resolutionproject.org/deistatement/ )
Commitment to protecting young people from abuse, per Resolution’s Youth Protection Policy.
Resolution requires that all staff be fully vaccinated with an FDA or WHO authorized vaccine (or approved for an exemption as a reasonable accommodation due to a medical reason or sincerely held religious belief). Resolution abides by each state’s requirements, and acknowledges those may change over time. If moved forward to the phone screen stage, you will have the chance to ask a team member more about this requirement.
Preferred
Prior staff management experience.
Experience with donor database software (we use Salesforce). Training on our system is available.
Passionate about young people making an impact, and a commitment to social change and social entrepreneurship.
Benefits
Resolution does our best to provide a competitive benefits package to our team. We have standard 35-hour work weeks with the ability to schedule to work half-day Fridays year-round. Full-time Resolution staff members have access to a range of health plans as well as coverage for dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 100% paid for full-time staff. Full-time staff also have access to generous paid time off, a 401k match, and robust professional development opportunities. In addition, employees may opt into FSA, HSA, TransitChek, and other voluntary insurance policies.
About Resolution Project
At Resolution Project, we see the spark of passion in young people. We work with them to build it into a lifetime of impact. People do not need decades of experience before they can start making a difference in the world. Especially while young, they have the energy, idealism, and ambition to address complex challenges—today. But they need a community that invests and believes in their leadership. Resolution provides this support to young innovators around the world so they can break barriers and ignite meaningful change. The Resolution Fellowship is the core of our work. To become a Resolution Fellow, young people first compete in our Social Venture Challenge (SVC), pitching ideas for social enterprises in their communities. Those who are selected become Fellows, receiving seed funding and lifelong support. Resolution is there, even if they evolve or pivot from their original ideas, with global resources, mentorship, expertise, and community, along with a growing network of local partners. These components come together to form a proven model that identifies promising young leaders, launches their first ventures, and sticks with them as they grow. Since our beginning in 2008, Resolution Project has launched and supported the growth of over 600 Fellows, working across six continents and in over 80 countries. Altogether, our Fellows have impacted the lives of more than 4.6 million people around the globe. Through Resolution Project, young leaders receive unmatched guidance and wisdom from a team of partners, volunteers, and innovative peers around the globe. We remain committed—today and always— to all of our Fellows and to expanding our outreach to lower-resourced communities. Resolution does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, national, social or indigenous origin, ancestry, gender identity, sex or gender (including pregnancy), LGBTQ+ status or sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, weight, marital or partnership status, veteran status, military service status, or any other characteristic consistent with relevant legal requirements, in regards to Resolution’s operations or in provision of its Fellowship program.
Oct 31, 2023
Full time
About Resolution Project At Resolution Project, we see the spark of passion in young people. We work with them to build it into a lifetime of impact. People do not need decades of experience before they can start making a difference in the world. Especially while young, they have the energy, idealism, and ambition to address complex challenges—today. But they need a community that invests and believes in their leadership. Resolution provides this support to young innovators around the world so they can break barriers and ignite meaningful change. The Resolution Fellowship is the core of our work. To become a Resolution Fellow, young people first compete in our Social Venture Challenge (SVC), pitching ideas for social enterprises in their communities. Those who are selected become Fellows, receiving seed funding and lifelong support. Resolution is there, even if they evolve or pivot from their original ideas, with global resources, mentorship, expertise, and community, along with a growing network of local partners. These components come together to form a proven model that identifies promising young leaders, launches their first ventures, and sticks with them as they grow. The Guide program is our premiere volunteer opportunity. Guides, typically early to mid-level professionals, serve as a virtual mentor to one or more of our Fellow teams—acting as coaches, advisors and sounding boards during the launch and implementation of our Fellows’ social ventures. In addition to helping our Fellows navigate through the challenges of launching social ventures, Guides fully embody our mission by supporting the personal and professional development of our young leaders. Since our beginning in 2008, Resolution Project has launched and supported the growth of over 600 Fellows, working across six continents and in over 80 countries. Altogether, our Fellows have impacted the lives of more than 6 million people around the globe. Through Resolution Project, young leaders receive unmatched guidance and wisdom from a team of partners, volunteers, and innovative peers around the globe. We remain committed—today and always— to all of our Fellows and to expanding our outreach to lower-resourced communities. Position summary The Program Manager - Volunteer Program is the external marketing name for our internal role, Program Manager, Guide Program. The Program Manager, Guide Program will join a high-performing team to help ensure Resolution’s achievement of key objectives, with specific duties related to the successful strategy and management of the Resolution Guide Program. This role will lead communication and outreach strategies to build Guide community and support volunteer engagement initiatives that recognize members of our community for their contributions in supporting Resolution Fellows and our mission. The Program Manager will also be responsible for the rollout and implementation of our volunteer management system, HandsOn Connect. This position will also work with a Program Coordinator they manage, to set strategy to build a pipeline of Resolution Guides to support our Fellows as the organization grows. The candidate must have a flexible schedule, be prepared to join meetings and conference calls earlier and later than regular business hours – including some weekends, and be willing to occasionally travel to support the Programs Team, both nationally and internationally.
Key Responsibilities
Work collaboratively with professional staff, Fellows, and volunteers to support programmatic goals and organizational growth as follows: Guide/Fellow Team Management
Serve as a primary point of contact and support for onboarded Resolution Guides.
Work with the programs team to support Guides through the review of monthly and semi-annual reports, problem-solving, and frequent follow-up.
Coordinate the introduction of Resolution Guides to Fellow teams in collaboration with other Program staff.
Schedule and send Monthly Guide Report reminders in Salesforce.
Update and maintain volunteer records in Salesforce and other volunteer management systems.
Evaluate impact and efficiency of the Guide program to ensure effectiveness and recommend and implement changes as appropriate.
Finalize rollout and oversee our volunteer management system, HandsOn Connect, including its interaction with Salesforce.
Oversee Guide onboarding and ensure Guides have engaging and current support materials (volunteer handbook, training, etc.).
Work with the Director of Programs to develop and oversee the Guide Program budget.
Review and approve Guide Elections and the annual Guide re-election process.
Volunteer Engagement
Lead strategy for volunteer engagement, virtual and in-person volunteer appreciation events, community events, a community newsletter, and social media, with support from other team members, as needed.
Develop strategies to recognize Guide contributions.
Maintain the Guide community Facebook and LinkedIn groups by adding members and posting engaging content.
Volunteer Recruitment
Support the Program Coordinator, Guide Program with developing and implementing volunteer recruitment strategies to maintain a consistent stream of virtual volunteer mentors entering the Guide Program that ideally reflect the diversity of Resolution’s Fellows, and grow the pipeline as Fellow numbers increase.
Support the Program Coordinator, Guide Program in their work with corporate partners to maintain current relationships and recruit new corporate volunteer partners in collaboration with the Assistant Director of Programs.
Provide support to the Program Coordinator in the management of the mentor matching process for recently onboarded Resolution Fellows.
Management
Manage and support the professional growth of the Program Coordinator, Guide Program.
Other Related Duties, As Requested
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Qualifications
3-5 years of relevant professional experience.
Highly organized with meticulous attention to detail and follow-through.
Ability to work well independently, with a high level of professionalism and exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to also work in collaboration with other staff, volunteers, and external partners from a variety of different backgrounds.
Prior stakeholder, relationship, or membership management experience.
Ability to handle sensitive information about donors, team members, Resolution Fellows, methodologies, etc. with discretion and good judgment.
Computer literacy, including extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Suite.
Experience managing a technical platform, volunteer management systems preferred.
Friendly and outgoing personality, and comfort running trainings, webinars, and regularly networking to grow the volunteer community.
Commitment to the principles of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Access, and Learning (outlined here in our DEI statement: https://resolutionproject.org/deistatement/ )
Commitment to protecting young people from abuse, per Resolution’s Youth Protection Policy.
Resolution requires that all staff be fully vaccinated with an FDA or WHO authorized vaccine (or approved for an exemption as a reasonable accommodation due to a medical reason or sincerely held religious belief). Resolution abides by each state’s requirements, and acknowledges those may change over time. If moved forward to the phone screen stage, you will have the chance to ask a team member more about this requirement.
Preferred
Prior staff management experience.
Experience with donor database software (we use Salesforce). Training on our system is available.
Passionate about young people making an impact, and a commitment to social change and social entrepreneurship.
Benefits
Resolution does our best to provide a competitive benefits package to our team. We have standard 35-hour work weeks with the ability to schedule to work half-day Fridays year-round. Full-time Resolution staff members have access to a range of health plans as well as coverage for dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 100% paid for full-time staff. Full-time staff also have access to generous paid time off, a 401k match, and robust professional development opportunities. In addition, employees may opt into FSA, HSA, TransitChek, and other voluntary insurance policies.
About Resolution Project
At Resolution Project, we see the spark of passion in young people. We work with them to build it into a lifetime of impact. People do not need decades of experience before they can start making a difference in the world. Especially while young, they have the energy, idealism, and ambition to address complex challenges—today. But they need a community that invests and believes in their leadership. Resolution provides this support to young innovators around the world so they can break barriers and ignite meaningful change. The Resolution Fellowship is the core of our work. To become a Resolution Fellow, young people first compete in our Social Venture Challenge (SVC), pitching ideas for social enterprises in their communities. Those who are selected become Fellows, receiving seed funding and lifelong support. Resolution is there, even if they evolve or pivot from their original ideas, with global resources, mentorship, expertise, and community, along with a growing network of local partners. These components come together to form a proven model that identifies promising young leaders, launches their first ventures, and sticks with them as they grow. Since our beginning in 2008, Resolution Project has launched and supported the growth of over 600 Fellows, working across six continents and in over 80 countries. Altogether, our Fellows have impacted the lives of more than 4.6 million people around the globe. Through Resolution Project, young leaders receive unmatched guidance and wisdom from a team of partners, volunteers, and innovative peers around the globe. We remain committed—today and always— to all of our Fellows and to expanding our outreach to lower-resourced communities. Resolution does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, national, social or indigenous origin, ancestry, gender identity, sex or gender (including pregnancy), LGBTQ+ status or sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, weight, marital or partnership status, veteran status, military service status, or any other characteristic consistent with relevant legal requirements, in regards to Resolution’s operations or in provision of its Fellowship program.
Birmingham, AL
Starting salary range $42,000 – $46,000
The Cahaba River Society has an opening on our team for a self-directed, detail-oriented, creative and collaborative Administrative Coordinator. We seek a skilled multi-tasker with experience in database and office management, financial and fundraising support, record-keeping, and event organization. This position is also our receptionist and provides administrative assistance to the Board of Directors and for all CRS programs.
Minimum requirements are a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 2 years of experience demonstrating these skills. A passion for environmental protection and experience in nonprofit management are a plus. Read more about responsibilities and qualifications in the job description here .
Who We Are: Cahaba River Society (CRS) leads our community to restore and protect the Cahaba River watershed and its rich diversity of life. The Cahaba is our drinking water source and a spectacular natural recreational resource and biodiversity treasure, with more fish species per mile than any other river in North America. Our service area – the diverse “peopleshed” of those whose lives are interrelated with the River, stretches from the Birmingham metro area to Alabama’s rural Black Belt region. Learn more at www.cahabariversociety.org .
Join Our Team: This is an enjoyable and rewarding career opportunity with a respected, effective environmental nonprofit that has a 35-year track record for river protection, volunteerism, water/nature equity, and environmental education. You would work within a supportive and talented team of 7 full-time staff and a diverse, highly skilled Board of Directors.
Benefits of this job: Starting salary range is $42,000- $46,000 depending on qualifications. We offer generous vacation and also flex time to offset some weekend and evening work. Most work will be at the office, with some hybrid work from home and enjoyment of time on the river. CRS pays full cost of the single rate of health insurance (currently $5.9k value), offers a matching 403B retirement plan and low-cost dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, and funds professional development and training, and is a family-friendly workplace.
To apply: Read the full job description here . Send resume and cover letter telling us more about your specific qualifications and why working in this position would be meaningful to you, by November 1, 2023, to Casey Laycock at CaseyL@cahabariversociety.org , with “Administrative Coordinator” in the subject line.
Non Discrimination Policy: The Cahaba River Society is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment for any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, gender, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, religion (creed), disability, or military status. We also will not discriminate in selection of volunteers and vendors or provision of services.
Oct 19, 2023
Full time
Birmingham, AL
Starting salary range $42,000 – $46,000
The Cahaba River Society has an opening on our team for a self-directed, detail-oriented, creative and collaborative Administrative Coordinator. We seek a skilled multi-tasker with experience in database and office management, financial and fundraising support, record-keeping, and event organization. This position is also our receptionist and provides administrative assistance to the Board of Directors and for all CRS programs.
Minimum requirements are a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 2 years of experience demonstrating these skills. A passion for environmental protection and experience in nonprofit management are a plus. Read more about responsibilities and qualifications in the job description here .
Who We Are: Cahaba River Society (CRS) leads our community to restore and protect the Cahaba River watershed and its rich diversity of life. The Cahaba is our drinking water source and a spectacular natural recreational resource and biodiversity treasure, with more fish species per mile than any other river in North America. Our service area – the diverse “peopleshed” of those whose lives are interrelated with the River, stretches from the Birmingham metro area to Alabama’s rural Black Belt region. Learn more at www.cahabariversociety.org .
Join Our Team: This is an enjoyable and rewarding career opportunity with a respected, effective environmental nonprofit that has a 35-year track record for river protection, volunteerism, water/nature equity, and environmental education. You would work within a supportive and talented team of 7 full-time staff and a diverse, highly skilled Board of Directors.
Benefits of this job: Starting salary range is $42,000- $46,000 depending on qualifications. We offer generous vacation and also flex time to offset some weekend and evening work. Most work will be at the office, with some hybrid work from home and enjoyment of time on the river. CRS pays full cost of the single rate of health insurance (currently $5.9k value), offers a matching 403B retirement plan and low-cost dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, and funds professional development and training, and is a family-friendly workplace.
To apply: Read the full job description here . Send resume and cover letter telling us more about your specific qualifications and why working in this position would be meaningful to you, by November 1, 2023, to Casey Laycock at CaseyL@cahabariversociety.org , with “Administrative Coordinator” in the subject line.
Non Discrimination Policy: The Cahaba River Society is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment for any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, gender, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, religion (creed), disability, or military status. We also will not discriminate in selection of volunteers and vendors or provision of services.
Job Description
River Sustainability Director, Cahaba River Society
Birmingham, AL
Starting Salary Range $48,000- $55,000
Application Due September 8, 2023
Position Summary:
The Cahaba River Society’s River Sustainability Director leads policy advocacy to protect and restore water quality, freshwater biodiversity, and drinking water sources for Birmingham and central Alabama communities. The position supports communities to improve best practices in stormwater and green infrastructure design and strengthen water resource policies, regulations, management and compliance, to reduce urban impacts such as pollution and flooding, improve climate resilience, promote water equity, and increase healthy greenspaces and river access opportunities for all.
The River Sustainability Director serves as a resource to local government officials, citizens, businesses, development professionals, and partner organizations, leading with collaboration and education, relying on river science, and advancing values of equity, diversity and inclusion.
About Cahaba River Society and our river:
Cahaba River Society (CRS) leads our community to restore and protect the Cahaba River watershed and its rich diversity of life. The diverse lives depending on the Cahaba include the people of Birmingham and central Alabama as well as the River’s globally significant biodiversity of freshwater wildlife. The Cahaba, the heart of “America’s Amazon,” has more fish species per mile than any other river in North America, a similar rich diversity of other river life, and is a spectacular, natural recreational resource.
Because our river is a major source of the Birmingham area’s drinking water, our service area - the “peopleshed” of those whose lives are affected by the River - is larger than the watershed, including Jefferson, Shelby, Bibb, Perry and Dallas County, stretching from Birmingham to Alabama’s rural Black Belt region.
Through collaboration, river restoration advocacy, and bringing people to the River for hands-on education, guided recreational opportunities, the arts, and volunteer stewardship projects, CRS has been building community support and making a lasting positive impact on the health of this valuable resource for 35 years. Learn more about the full range of our goals, partners, programs and impact at www.cahabariversociety.org .
Responsibilities:
Lead CRS strategy to promote Green Infrastructure and Low Impact Development approaches in development. Pursue policy and regulatory advocacy, best practices education, and watershed planning to reduce urban stormwater impacts, the leading cause of damage to Cahaba water quality, water supply, and habitat.
Collaborate with partners and stakeholders to identify opportunities and develop plans for stormwater retrofit projects that will reduce flooding and pollution impacts to the River and enhance community greenspace.
Proactively promote and respond to policy and regulatory opportunities from government agencies on water quality issues, stormwater management practices, water and wastewater infrastructure, land use and development practices, and other policies to restore the Cahaba River.
Evaluate significant development proposals and collaborate with developers, local government officials, and citizens to promote best practices to protect the ecological health of the Cahaba River, mitigate impacts to aquatic wildlife, and provide recreation access and habitat restoration.
Assure that considerations of equity, diversity and inclusion are advanced by CRS policies, recommendations, and decisions and guide our collaboration with partners, where we work, and who we serve.
Assure that CRS policies, recommendations and decisions are firmly seated in the best available science. Communicate river science to decision-makers and the public in ways that are engaging and inform policies and practices.
Respond to pollution events in partnership with riverkeepers by working with responsible parties and empowering citizens to address them.
Communicate with the public and media and give presentations before decision-makers (for example, city councils, county commissions, agency staff, development professionals) and civic groups to build understanding and support for CRS’ vision and strategies.
Supporting Functions:
Support other program areas in team with the staff, including youth and adult education and recreation outings on the River, volunteer habitat restoration, fundraising, and events.
Staff and Board relationships:
The River Sustainability Director is supervised by and works collaboratively with the Executive Director. CRS staff members work closely with members of the CRS Board of Directors in their areas of expertise. This position staffs committees of the Board of Directors, as lead staff for Policy and Science Committees, and also participates in Stewardship and Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committees. This position occasionally supervises interns.
Qualifications:
Undergraduate degree and 3 years of experience in fields related to environmental management/science/policy/law, environmental engineering, sustainable development, urban planning, landscape architecture, political science, natural resource management, or field biology is required. Advanced degree in one of these fields is desirable.
Strengths in strategic program development, collaboration, and self-directed work are essential.
Skills in research and in public speaking and written communications that are clear, visionary, convincing, and pitched for a range of audiences are essential.
A familiarity with the natural history of the Cahaba River, its aquatic wildlife, and urban impacts to freshwater systems is desirable.
Experience in local, state and federal government regulatory processes and governmental relations is desirable.
Experience with GIS is desirable.
Part of the fun of this job is occasional time spent on the River, assessing river habitat, investigating pollution sources, and participating in educational, recreational, and stewardship outings. Capabilities to participate in canoe trips together with other staff, or interest and ability to learn, is desirable.
Salary and Benefits:
Starting Salary Range $48,000- $55,000. Salary is negotiable based on qualifications. CRS pays full cost of single-rate health insurance (currently $5.9k value), or this amount can be applied to family rate. We offer low cost dental, vision, disability, and life insurance and a 403B retirement investment / matching program. Flexible work hours, hybrid office/home work, generous vacation and leave policies. We invest in our team by funding professional development and training.
Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Exempt. This a professional, salaried position with evening and weekend activities commonly required, offset by flexibility in required office time.
Applying for the Position: Send resume and cover letter telling us more about your qualifications and why working in this position and for Cahaba River Society would be meaningful to you, by September 8, 2023, to info@cahabariversociety.org and addressed to Beth Stewart, Executive Director. Questions about the position may also be sent there. Applications may also be mailed to 2717 7th Avenue South, Suite 205, Birmingham, AL, 25233.
Non Discrimination Policy: The Cahaba River Society is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment for any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, gender, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, religion (creed), disability, or military status. We also will not discriminate in selection of volunteers and vendors or provision of services.
We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, contractors, vendors, and program partners.
SPECIAL NOTE: We encourage applications from people of color, Indigenous people, people from all socioeconomic backgrounds, women (or non-binary identity), LGBTQ+, and other people of historically excluded identities.
Jul 25, 2023
Full time
Job Description
River Sustainability Director, Cahaba River Society
Birmingham, AL
Starting Salary Range $48,000- $55,000
Application Due September 8, 2023
Position Summary:
The Cahaba River Society’s River Sustainability Director leads policy advocacy to protect and restore water quality, freshwater biodiversity, and drinking water sources for Birmingham and central Alabama communities. The position supports communities to improve best practices in stormwater and green infrastructure design and strengthen water resource policies, regulations, management and compliance, to reduce urban impacts such as pollution and flooding, improve climate resilience, promote water equity, and increase healthy greenspaces and river access opportunities for all.
The River Sustainability Director serves as a resource to local government officials, citizens, businesses, development professionals, and partner organizations, leading with collaboration and education, relying on river science, and advancing values of equity, diversity and inclusion.
About Cahaba River Society and our river:
Cahaba River Society (CRS) leads our community to restore and protect the Cahaba River watershed and its rich diversity of life. The diverse lives depending on the Cahaba include the people of Birmingham and central Alabama as well as the River’s globally significant biodiversity of freshwater wildlife. The Cahaba, the heart of “America’s Amazon,” has more fish species per mile than any other river in North America, a similar rich diversity of other river life, and is a spectacular, natural recreational resource.
Because our river is a major source of the Birmingham area’s drinking water, our service area - the “peopleshed” of those whose lives are affected by the River - is larger than the watershed, including Jefferson, Shelby, Bibb, Perry and Dallas County, stretching from Birmingham to Alabama’s rural Black Belt region.
Through collaboration, river restoration advocacy, and bringing people to the River for hands-on education, guided recreational opportunities, the arts, and volunteer stewardship projects, CRS has been building community support and making a lasting positive impact on the health of this valuable resource for 35 years. Learn more about the full range of our goals, partners, programs and impact at www.cahabariversociety.org .
Responsibilities:
Lead CRS strategy to promote Green Infrastructure and Low Impact Development approaches in development. Pursue policy and regulatory advocacy, best practices education, and watershed planning to reduce urban stormwater impacts, the leading cause of damage to Cahaba water quality, water supply, and habitat.
Collaborate with partners and stakeholders to identify opportunities and develop plans for stormwater retrofit projects that will reduce flooding and pollution impacts to the River and enhance community greenspace.
Proactively promote and respond to policy and regulatory opportunities from government agencies on water quality issues, stormwater management practices, water and wastewater infrastructure, land use and development practices, and other policies to restore the Cahaba River.
Evaluate significant development proposals and collaborate with developers, local government officials, and citizens to promote best practices to protect the ecological health of the Cahaba River, mitigate impacts to aquatic wildlife, and provide recreation access and habitat restoration.
Assure that considerations of equity, diversity and inclusion are advanced by CRS policies, recommendations, and decisions and guide our collaboration with partners, where we work, and who we serve.
Assure that CRS policies, recommendations and decisions are firmly seated in the best available science. Communicate river science to decision-makers and the public in ways that are engaging and inform policies and practices.
Respond to pollution events in partnership with riverkeepers by working with responsible parties and empowering citizens to address them.
Communicate with the public and media and give presentations before decision-makers (for example, city councils, county commissions, agency staff, development professionals) and civic groups to build understanding and support for CRS’ vision and strategies.
Supporting Functions:
Support other program areas in team with the staff, including youth and adult education and recreation outings on the River, volunteer habitat restoration, fundraising, and events.
Staff and Board relationships:
The River Sustainability Director is supervised by and works collaboratively with the Executive Director. CRS staff members work closely with members of the CRS Board of Directors in their areas of expertise. This position staffs committees of the Board of Directors, as lead staff for Policy and Science Committees, and also participates in Stewardship and Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committees. This position occasionally supervises interns.
Qualifications:
Undergraduate degree and 3 years of experience in fields related to environmental management/science/policy/law, environmental engineering, sustainable development, urban planning, landscape architecture, political science, natural resource management, or field biology is required. Advanced degree in one of these fields is desirable.
Strengths in strategic program development, collaboration, and self-directed work are essential.
Skills in research and in public speaking and written communications that are clear, visionary, convincing, and pitched for a range of audiences are essential.
A familiarity with the natural history of the Cahaba River, its aquatic wildlife, and urban impacts to freshwater systems is desirable.
Experience in local, state and federal government regulatory processes and governmental relations is desirable.
Experience with GIS is desirable.
Part of the fun of this job is occasional time spent on the River, assessing river habitat, investigating pollution sources, and participating in educational, recreational, and stewardship outings. Capabilities to participate in canoe trips together with other staff, or interest and ability to learn, is desirable.
Salary and Benefits:
Starting Salary Range $48,000- $55,000. Salary is negotiable based on qualifications. CRS pays full cost of single-rate health insurance (currently $5.9k value), or this amount can be applied to family rate. We offer low cost dental, vision, disability, and life insurance and a 403B retirement investment / matching program. Flexible work hours, hybrid office/home work, generous vacation and leave policies. We invest in our team by funding professional development and training.
Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Exempt. This a professional, salaried position with evening and weekend activities commonly required, offset by flexibility in required office time.
Applying for the Position: Send resume and cover letter telling us more about your qualifications and why working in this position and for Cahaba River Society would be meaningful to you, by September 8, 2023, to info@cahabariversociety.org and addressed to Beth Stewart, Executive Director. Questions about the position may also be sent there. Applications may also be mailed to 2717 7th Avenue South, Suite 205, Birmingham, AL, 25233.
Non Discrimination Policy: The Cahaba River Society is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment for any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, gender, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, religion (creed), disability, or military status. We also will not discriminate in selection of volunteers and vendors or provision of services.
We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, contractors, vendors, and program partners.
SPECIAL NOTE: We encourage applications from people of color, Indigenous people, people from all socioeconomic backgrounds, women (or non-binary identity), LGBTQ+, and other people of historically excluded identities.
Title : Office Operations Manager
Department: Human Resources & Administration
Status : Exempt
Reports to : Director of IT and Administrative Infrastructure
Positions Reporting to this Position : None
Location : Washington, DC - Hybrid
Travel Requirements: Up to 10%
Union Position: Yes
Job Classification Level: D
Salary Range (depending on experience) : $75,945 - $92,697
General Description :
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
LCV is hiring an Office Operations Manager who will directly support the Director of IT and Administrative Infrastructure. The Office Operations Manager will play a critical role in overseeing the operations for LCV and LCV Education Fund’s Washington D.C. office, while ensuring that we are creating an office environment that is inclusive and welcoming for our staff. Responsibilities include managing vendor relationships related to D.C. office operations, overseeing administrative projects for the D.C. office, providing all new employees and interns with appropriate onboarding information, ensuring that equipment and resources are distributed equitably to all of our office locations across the country, and assisting the Director of IT and Administrative Infrastructure with implementing strategic IT priorities for LCV and LCV Education Fund. This position is required to work in-person in the Washington, DC office two days per week.
Responsibilities :
Manage office operations and administrative support (phones, copiers, eFax, postage meter, etc.) in our Washington, D.C. office and ensure that we are creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for our staff. Manage vendor relationships related to D.C. office operations.
Manage work order request submissions to building engineer/manager and applicable D.C. office vendors.
Oversee coffee, snack, and kitchen/office supply orders, and work with Administrative Associate to ensure that expenses are being tracked.
Ensure that policies and guides related to D.C. office operations are regularly circulated to staff who work from or frequently visit the D.C. office (DC office emergency evacuation plan, LCV’s COVID-19 Policy, Envoy Instructions, Copier/Printer Instructions, etc.)
Oversee administrative projects for the D.C. office, ensuring the office space is accessible for all staff and visitors, taking into consideration individuals with differing abilities and ensuring intentional planning and design when executing these projects.
Work with the IT vendor to assist with IT projects in the D.C. office, when needed.
Support the Director of IT and Administrative Infrastructure with the annual budgeting process as it relates to D.C. office administrative expenses.
Assist staff with technology setup in LCV’s large conference room, as needed.
Coordinate onsite operations onboarding for all new hires and interns based out of the Washington D.C. office. Provide all new staff members with a tour of the DC office and ensure they are aware of office operations and security procedures.
Assign a vacant office or cube to new hires or interns, based on the Work Location Policy requirements.
Work with Administrative Associate to ensure assigned office spaces are set up with appropriate technology and equipment prior to a new hire’s start date.
Train new staff members on how to use Envoy, LCV’s electronic sign-in system. If a new staff member has an assigned office or cube, add the assignment to Envoy.
Ensure new staff members have a working Datawatch card so that they can access the suite.
Work with the Director of IT & Administrative Infrastructure to ensure that our organization’s office operations policies and procedures are in alignment with our organizational values of accountability, anti-racism, community, innovation, learning and sustainability.
Assist the Director of IT and Administrative Infrastructure with reviewing LCV and LCV Education Fund office lease and sublease agreements. Keep track of where the organization maintains these agreements.
Work with the Director of IT and Administrative Infrastructure to ensure all staff and LCV offices have appropriate equipment, furniture, and office supplies and that these resources are distributed equitably.
Collaborate with operations staff in our remote offices (Arizona, Nevada, Texas) to ensure each office has an updated emergency evacuation plan.
Support the Director of IT and Administrative Infrastructure in implementing annual strategic IT priorities.
Contribute to LCV’s commitment to integrating racial justice and equity into the work we do and ensuring an inclusive organizational culture.
Travel up to 10% for staff retreats, trainings and conferences, as needed.
Conduct in-office responsibilities from LCV’s Washington D.C. office at least two days per week.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Work Experience : Required - 4 years of office administrative experience, including experience with project management, writing/creating documents for internal communication and distribution to staff, working with and managing external vendors, training, and working with and managing spreadsheets. Preferred - Experience with scheduling. Experience working with a non-profit organization. Experience with technology workstation setup and technology troubleshooting.
Skills : Highly attentive to detail, proactive, and able to take ownership of routine tasks; excellent written and oral communications skills; proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite; able to maintain confidentiality; strong organizational skills; exhibits strong judgment; self-starter; works well in a fast-paced environment; ability to handle multiple tasks under pressure of deadline and work for several people; plans and can see the big picture. Ability to troubleshoot common IT/technology issues preferred.
Cultural Competence : Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and audiovisual systems. This position requires remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting at the front desk for prolonged periods. This position also involves office management; it requires frequently moving about inside the office to access office equipment, occasionally moving objects up to 20 pounds, and seldom positioning oneself to maintain equipment. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Office Operations Manager” in the subject line by July 13, 2023 . No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org.
Jun 29, 2023
Full time
Title : Office Operations Manager
Department: Human Resources & Administration
Status : Exempt
Reports to : Director of IT and Administrative Infrastructure
Positions Reporting to this Position : None
Location : Washington, DC - Hybrid
Travel Requirements: Up to 10%
Union Position: Yes
Job Classification Level: D
Salary Range (depending on experience) : $75,945 - $92,697
General Description :
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
LCV is hiring an Office Operations Manager who will directly support the Director of IT and Administrative Infrastructure. The Office Operations Manager will play a critical role in overseeing the operations for LCV and LCV Education Fund’s Washington D.C. office, while ensuring that we are creating an office environment that is inclusive and welcoming for our staff. Responsibilities include managing vendor relationships related to D.C. office operations, overseeing administrative projects for the D.C. office, providing all new employees and interns with appropriate onboarding information, ensuring that equipment and resources are distributed equitably to all of our office locations across the country, and assisting the Director of IT and Administrative Infrastructure with implementing strategic IT priorities for LCV and LCV Education Fund. This position is required to work in-person in the Washington, DC office two days per week.
Responsibilities :
Manage office operations and administrative support (phones, copiers, eFax, postage meter, etc.) in our Washington, D.C. office and ensure that we are creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for our staff. Manage vendor relationships related to D.C. office operations.
Manage work order request submissions to building engineer/manager and applicable D.C. office vendors.
Oversee coffee, snack, and kitchen/office supply orders, and work with Administrative Associate to ensure that expenses are being tracked.
Ensure that policies and guides related to D.C. office operations are regularly circulated to staff who work from or frequently visit the D.C. office (DC office emergency evacuation plan, LCV’s COVID-19 Policy, Envoy Instructions, Copier/Printer Instructions, etc.)
Oversee administrative projects for the D.C. office, ensuring the office space is accessible for all staff and visitors, taking into consideration individuals with differing abilities and ensuring intentional planning and design when executing these projects.
Work with the IT vendor to assist with IT projects in the D.C. office, when needed.
Support the Director of IT and Administrative Infrastructure with the annual budgeting process as it relates to D.C. office administrative expenses.
Assist staff with technology setup in LCV’s large conference room, as needed.
Coordinate onsite operations onboarding for all new hires and interns based out of the Washington D.C. office. Provide all new staff members with a tour of the DC office and ensure they are aware of office operations and security procedures.
Assign a vacant office or cube to new hires or interns, based on the Work Location Policy requirements.
Work with Administrative Associate to ensure assigned office spaces are set up with appropriate technology and equipment prior to a new hire’s start date.
Train new staff members on how to use Envoy, LCV’s electronic sign-in system. If a new staff member has an assigned office or cube, add the assignment to Envoy.
Ensure new staff members have a working Datawatch card so that they can access the suite.
Work with the Director of IT & Administrative Infrastructure to ensure that our organization’s office operations policies and procedures are in alignment with our organizational values of accountability, anti-racism, community, innovation, learning and sustainability.
Assist the Director of IT and Administrative Infrastructure with reviewing LCV and LCV Education Fund office lease and sublease agreements. Keep track of where the organization maintains these agreements.
Work with the Director of IT and Administrative Infrastructure to ensure all staff and LCV offices have appropriate equipment, furniture, and office supplies and that these resources are distributed equitably.
Collaborate with operations staff in our remote offices (Arizona, Nevada, Texas) to ensure each office has an updated emergency evacuation plan.
Support the Director of IT and Administrative Infrastructure in implementing annual strategic IT priorities.
Contribute to LCV’s commitment to integrating racial justice and equity into the work we do and ensuring an inclusive organizational culture.
Travel up to 10% for staff retreats, trainings and conferences, as needed.
Conduct in-office responsibilities from LCV’s Washington D.C. office at least two days per week.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Work Experience : Required - 4 years of office administrative experience, including experience with project management, writing/creating documents for internal communication and distribution to staff, working with and managing external vendors, training, and working with and managing spreadsheets. Preferred - Experience with scheduling. Experience working with a non-profit organization. Experience with technology workstation setup and technology troubleshooting.
Skills : Highly attentive to detail, proactive, and able to take ownership of routine tasks; excellent written and oral communications skills; proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite; able to maintain confidentiality; strong organizational skills; exhibits strong judgment; self-starter; works well in a fast-paced environment; ability to handle multiple tasks under pressure of deadline and work for several people; plans and can see the big picture. Ability to troubleshoot common IT/technology issues preferred.
Cultural Competence : Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and audiovisual systems. This position requires remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting at the front desk for prolonged periods. This position also involves office management; it requires frequently moving about inside the office to access office equipment, occasionally moving objects up to 20 pounds, and seldom positioning oneself to maintain equipment. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Office Operations Manager” in the subject line by July 13, 2023 . No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org.
Title: Chispa TX Community Organizer Department: Community and Civic Engagement Status: Non-Exempt Reports To: Chispa TX Program Director Positions Reporting To This Position: None Location: Corpus Christi, TX Travel Requirements: Up to 10% Union Position: Yes Job Classification Level: B Salary Range (depending on experience): $59,131 – $69,365
General Description:
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
Chispa, a program of LCV, works to ensure that Latine communities and leaders have a strong voice in the movement for climate justice and within the environmental movement and influence the environmental policies and decisions that impact our health and environment. Based in the Community & Civic Engagement department Chispa has programs in Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Maryland, Nevada, and Texas.
LCV is hiring a Chispa Texas Community Organizer who will help create and implement Chispa TX’s organizing strategies by engaging communities across Nueces and San Patricio counties, particularly Latine families and leaders, in climate justice, democracy, and other issues. The Community Organizer will execute strategic, holistic campaign plans and strategies in the field to build our base of volunteers and supporters, and develop the leadership of our base that drives our organizing campaigns forward. This position will be part of a dynamic, skilled, and growing data-driven organizing team, working closely with the Chispa TX Program Director, Chispa TX Digital Organizer, Chispa national team, and community members and leaders to ensure that communities in Texas are civically engaged and are part of the decision-making process that impacts their health and environment. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, enthusiastic, and passionate about the fight for climate justice and ready to take action to hold polluters accountable and advocate for community driven solutions to address climate change and environmental racism.
Responsibilities:
Build, develop and work with a base of dedicated grassroots leadership in the community that is part of the development of campaigns and are advocating for environmental justice, community health policies, and the protection of our democracy.
Create opportunities for community outreach and build coalitions by organizing meetings, tabling at events, and partnering with organizations.
Identify potential new members, recruit, engage and retain new volunteers by conducting one-on-ones, presentations, and door-knocking and utilizing other community organizing strategies and methods.
Develop a base of youth volunteers by working with local high schools, colleges, and universities to build civic engagement and develop their leadership.
Support volunteer leaders in the development and sustaining of organizing committees that are involved in advancing campaign goals.
Work closely with the organizing team and Chispa TX Program Director to implement and evaluate issue-organizing campaigns centered on democracy and climate justice that successfully recruit volunteers, build grassroots leaders and get the attention of decision-makers and media.
Collaborate and coordinate with the Chispa TX Digital Organizer in implementing digital strategies, developing digital content, and recruiting new online volunteers while ensuring alignment with program campaign goals.
Maintain and build relationships with schools, churches, community organizations, labor unions, public health groups, and other local organizations to work in partnership to advance shared goals.
Track organizing work and data meticulously in VAN; submit reports to the Chispa TX Program Director.
Support volunteers or promotores in learning technology to participate in Chispa TX online events.
Manage a small organizer budget to support promotores work and entry point opportunities to bring in new members.
Travel up to 10% of the time in-state and out-of-state for organizing activities and staff retreats and conferences, as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Work Experience : Required – 2 years of experience in grassroots community organizing, issue, or labor organizing programs. Successful track record of grassroots community organizing, training volunteers, leadership development, implementing strategies and tactics, and partnering with other groups. Preferred – Experience organizing in Texas, especially in rural, predominantly Latine or BIPOC communities in the Coastal Bend region. Experience with VAN, EveryAction, Hustle, Microsoft Office, Adobe programs, and Google Drive.
Skills: Required – Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills; proficient writing abilities; ability to work independently and thrive in a collaborative team-centered environment; ability to prioritize and effectively manage tasks in a fast-paced work environment; strong organizational skills; demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Bilingual – Written and spoken fluency in English and Spanish. Preferred – Ability to speak to members of the media. Understanding of climate justice and democracy issues.
Cultural Competence : Passionate about protecting the environment and communities impacted by climate change and environmental injustice. Committed to confronting institutional racism and inequity within our political system. An ability to apply a racial justice lens, and a variety of communities’ distinct perspectives to organizing strategies. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understanding the ways in which principles of racial justice and equity are vital to improving our democratic systems and environmental challenges effectively.
Working Conditions : This job operates both in a professional office environment and in outdoor and indoor public spaces, and the person will be exposed to outdoor elements such as precipitation, wind, and high/low temperatures. This position is occasionally sedentary; however, attending meetings and canvassing out in the communities is also frequently required. The person in the position will frequently be expected to move about to accomplish tasks and move between sites. This position routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. The person in this position frequently communicates with community members and must be able to exchange accurate information. Ability to occasionally work evening and weekend hours as needed. Position requires a valid driver’s license and liability insurance or access to reliable transportation. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States . LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Chispa TX Community Organizer” in the subject line by July 6, 2023. No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable, and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org .
Jun 20, 2023
Full time
Title: Chispa TX Community Organizer Department: Community and Civic Engagement Status: Non-Exempt Reports To: Chispa TX Program Director Positions Reporting To This Position: None Location: Corpus Christi, TX Travel Requirements: Up to 10% Union Position: Yes Job Classification Level: B Salary Range (depending on experience): $59,131 – $69,365
General Description:
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
Chispa, a program of LCV, works to ensure that Latine communities and leaders have a strong voice in the movement for climate justice and within the environmental movement and influence the environmental policies and decisions that impact our health and environment. Based in the Community & Civic Engagement department Chispa has programs in Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Maryland, Nevada, and Texas.
LCV is hiring a Chispa Texas Community Organizer who will help create and implement Chispa TX’s organizing strategies by engaging communities across Nueces and San Patricio counties, particularly Latine families and leaders, in climate justice, democracy, and other issues. The Community Organizer will execute strategic, holistic campaign plans and strategies in the field to build our base of volunteers and supporters, and develop the leadership of our base that drives our organizing campaigns forward. This position will be part of a dynamic, skilled, and growing data-driven organizing team, working closely with the Chispa TX Program Director, Chispa TX Digital Organizer, Chispa national team, and community members and leaders to ensure that communities in Texas are civically engaged and are part of the decision-making process that impacts their health and environment. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, enthusiastic, and passionate about the fight for climate justice and ready to take action to hold polluters accountable and advocate for community driven solutions to address climate change and environmental racism.
Responsibilities:
Build, develop and work with a base of dedicated grassroots leadership in the community that is part of the development of campaigns and are advocating for environmental justice, community health policies, and the protection of our democracy.
Create opportunities for community outreach and build coalitions by organizing meetings, tabling at events, and partnering with organizations.
Identify potential new members, recruit, engage and retain new volunteers by conducting one-on-ones, presentations, and door-knocking and utilizing other community organizing strategies and methods.
Develop a base of youth volunteers by working with local high schools, colleges, and universities to build civic engagement and develop their leadership.
Support volunteer leaders in the development and sustaining of organizing committees that are involved in advancing campaign goals.
Work closely with the organizing team and Chispa TX Program Director to implement and evaluate issue-organizing campaigns centered on democracy and climate justice that successfully recruit volunteers, build grassroots leaders and get the attention of decision-makers and media.
Collaborate and coordinate with the Chispa TX Digital Organizer in implementing digital strategies, developing digital content, and recruiting new online volunteers while ensuring alignment with program campaign goals.
Maintain and build relationships with schools, churches, community organizations, labor unions, public health groups, and other local organizations to work in partnership to advance shared goals.
Track organizing work and data meticulously in VAN; submit reports to the Chispa TX Program Director.
Support volunteers or promotores in learning technology to participate in Chispa TX online events.
Manage a small organizer budget to support promotores work and entry point opportunities to bring in new members.
Travel up to 10% of the time in-state and out-of-state for organizing activities and staff retreats and conferences, as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Work Experience : Required – 2 years of experience in grassroots community organizing, issue, or labor organizing programs. Successful track record of grassroots community organizing, training volunteers, leadership development, implementing strategies and tactics, and partnering with other groups. Preferred – Experience organizing in Texas, especially in rural, predominantly Latine or BIPOC communities in the Coastal Bend region. Experience with VAN, EveryAction, Hustle, Microsoft Office, Adobe programs, and Google Drive.
Skills: Required – Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills; proficient writing abilities; ability to work independently and thrive in a collaborative team-centered environment; ability to prioritize and effectively manage tasks in a fast-paced work environment; strong organizational skills; demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Bilingual – Written and spoken fluency in English and Spanish. Preferred – Ability to speak to members of the media. Understanding of climate justice and democracy issues.
Cultural Competence : Passionate about protecting the environment and communities impacted by climate change and environmental injustice. Committed to confronting institutional racism and inequity within our political system. An ability to apply a racial justice lens, and a variety of communities’ distinct perspectives to organizing strategies. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understanding the ways in which principles of racial justice and equity are vital to improving our democratic systems and environmental challenges effectively.
Working Conditions : This job operates both in a professional office environment and in outdoor and indoor public spaces, and the person will be exposed to outdoor elements such as precipitation, wind, and high/low temperatures. This position is occasionally sedentary; however, attending meetings and canvassing out in the communities is also frequently required. The person in the position will frequently be expected to move about to accomplish tasks and move between sites. This position routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. The person in this position frequently communicates with community members and must be able to exchange accurate information. Ability to occasionally work evening and weekend hours as needed. Position requires a valid driver’s license and liability insurance or access to reliable transportation. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States . LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Chispa TX Community Organizer” in the subject line by July 6, 2023. No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable, and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org .
League of Conservation Voters
Flexible (the employee may work remotely and/or from an LCV office)
Title: Associate General Counsel Department : Legal & Strategic Initiatives Status : Exempt Reports To: General Counsel & SVP of Strategic Initiatives Positions Reporting to this Position: Compliance Director, Law clerk(s) Location: Flexible (the employee may work remotely and/or from an LCV office) Travel Requirements: Up to 5% Union Position: No Job Classification Level: M-III Salary Range (depending on experience) : $102,000-$150,000
General Description :
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
LCV is hiring an Associate General Counsel who will be responsible for providing legal counsel and guidance of all LCV family organizations, including a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation, a 501(c)(4) nonprofit corporation, and various political entities.
The Associate General Counsel provides legal oversight and risk management on a variety of issues involving the organization’s structure, government and regulatory compliance, governance, and contractual arrangements. The Associate General Counsel provides advice and training to staff, including senior staff, in matters including, but not limited to, electoral and political activities and communications, compliance with tax law and IRS regulations for nonprofit and charitable organizations, fundraising, telecommunications, and other risk management, with a particular emphasis on election and campaign finance matters. The Associate General Counsel supervises the Compliance Director and compliance team, as well as law clerks, as needed, and provides support to the General Counsel and SVP of Strategic Initiatives on departmental and budget management.
Responsibilities:
Advise on the conduct and structure of electoral activities and programs, including independent expenditure activities, coordinated activities and in-kind contributions, and candidate fundraising activities. Ensure that LCV and affiliated entities are in compliance with applicable federal, state and/or local election law, including registration and reporting requirements.
Supervise, lead and develop Compliance Director and compliance team, and provide oversight of their work managing campaign finance compliance reporting processes. Review and approve filings with the FEC, IRS, and state agencies.
Work with Human Resources to respond to employee relations and labor management matters by providing day-to-day legal advice and counseling on a wide range of activities and programs related to employment and labor matters.
Advise on compliance with federal and state lobbying and ethics laws and regulations, including the Lobbyist Disclosure Act and associated reporting.
Advise on the conduct of fundraising and advocacy activities, including telemarketing, direct mail, text messaging campaigns, online and television advertising, field canvassing, and social media in accordance with applicable law, and review public communications and materials.
Draft, review and negotiate contractual agreements of all types and oversee the organization’s contract management system.
Draft and review grant agreements, reports, and proposals.
Advise on federal and state telecommunications law issues, particularly issues relating to the federal Telephone Consumer Protection Act.
Develop and conduct staff trainings on legal issues, organizational policies and procedures, and conduct legal orientation sessions for new staff members.
Conduct other legal research and prepare memos and other communications for the General Counsel, as needed.
Track legal developments and pending legislation and regulations that may impact the organization’s operations or activities.
Assist in developing, implementing and monitoring compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
Aid the General Counsel in corporate and governance oversight.
Work collaboratively with outside counsel and monitor and identify when seeking advice of outside counsel is warranted.
Provide proactive guidance and advice to staff and work consistently and creatively to ensure that all staff can have their legal needs met efficiently, equitably, and respectfully and in alignment with our organizational values of accountability, anti-racism, community, innovation, learning and sustainability.
Center racial justice and equity in the design and execution of work, staff engagement, and leadership, and contribute to the goal of becoming an anti-racist organization.
Assist General Counsel in department management and operations, including budgeting, department’s racial justice and equity goal setting and tracking, board updates and other reports, as needed.
Travel up to 5% of the time for staff retreats, training, and conferences, as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Education : JD degree from an accredited law school; bar membership in good standing in at least one state or the District of Columbia required.
Work Experience : Required – At least five years of full-time experience in law, with experience in nonprofit operations and governance, nonprofit tax law, and federal and state campaign finance law. Experience drafting or negotiating contractual agreements. Management and supervisory experience, including supervising other attorneys and/or law clerks. Preferred – Experience in employment, labor and or immigration law. Experience working with or for regulatory agencies.
Skills: Required – Demonstrates expertise in a variety of legal field’s concepts, practices, and procedures. Demonstrated relationship building skills; solid judgment; critical thinking skills; a sense of teamwork and community; ability to handle multiple tasks; highly organized. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to build relationships with all staff levels. Ability to communicate legal concepts and guidelines to staff and conduct effective trainings. Proficient computer skills and research abilities using the Internet. Specific technical skills are required in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Google Drive, and Westlaw. Ability to work under pressure under multiple deadlines and shifting priorities. Ability to manage confidential information. Preferred – Spanish language competency.
Cultural Competence : Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. A commitment to the complex understanding of racial justice and the urgency of confronting institutional racism and inequity within our political system. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understanding of the ways in which principles of racial justice and equity are vital to addressing climate change effectively.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Associate General Counsel” in the subject line by June 26, 2023 . No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org .
Jun 13, 2023
Full time
Title: Associate General Counsel Department : Legal & Strategic Initiatives Status : Exempt Reports To: General Counsel & SVP of Strategic Initiatives Positions Reporting to this Position: Compliance Director, Law clerk(s) Location: Flexible (the employee may work remotely and/or from an LCV office) Travel Requirements: Up to 5% Union Position: No Job Classification Level: M-III Salary Range (depending on experience) : $102,000-$150,000
General Description :
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
LCV is hiring an Associate General Counsel who will be responsible for providing legal counsel and guidance of all LCV family organizations, including a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation, a 501(c)(4) nonprofit corporation, and various political entities.
The Associate General Counsel provides legal oversight and risk management on a variety of issues involving the organization’s structure, government and regulatory compliance, governance, and contractual arrangements. The Associate General Counsel provides advice and training to staff, including senior staff, in matters including, but not limited to, electoral and political activities and communications, compliance with tax law and IRS regulations for nonprofit and charitable organizations, fundraising, telecommunications, and other risk management, with a particular emphasis on election and campaign finance matters. The Associate General Counsel supervises the Compliance Director and compliance team, as well as law clerks, as needed, and provides support to the General Counsel and SVP of Strategic Initiatives on departmental and budget management.
Responsibilities:
Advise on the conduct and structure of electoral activities and programs, including independent expenditure activities, coordinated activities and in-kind contributions, and candidate fundraising activities. Ensure that LCV and affiliated entities are in compliance with applicable federal, state and/or local election law, including registration and reporting requirements.
Supervise, lead and develop Compliance Director and compliance team, and provide oversight of their work managing campaign finance compliance reporting processes. Review and approve filings with the FEC, IRS, and state agencies.
Work with Human Resources to respond to employee relations and labor management matters by providing day-to-day legal advice and counseling on a wide range of activities and programs related to employment and labor matters.
Advise on compliance with federal and state lobbying and ethics laws and regulations, including the Lobbyist Disclosure Act and associated reporting.
Advise on the conduct of fundraising and advocacy activities, including telemarketing, direct mail, text messaging campaigns, online and television advertising, field canvassing, and social media in accordance with applicable law, and review public communications and materials.
Draft, review and negotiate contractual agreements of all types and oversee the organization’s contract management system.
Draft and review grant agreements, reports, and proposals.
Advise on federal and state telecommunications law issues, particularly issues relating to the federal Telephone Consumer Protection Act.
Develop and conduct staff trainings on legal issues, organizational policies and procedures, and conduct legal orientation sessions for new staff members.
Conduct other legal research and prepare memos and other communications for the General Counsel, as needed.
Track legal developments and pending legislation and regulations that may impact the organization’s operations or activities.
Assist in developing, implementing and monitoring compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
Aid the General Counsel in corporate and governance oversight.
Work collaboratively with outside counsel and monitor and identify when seeking advice of outside counsel is warranted.
Provide proactive guidance and advice to staff and work consistently and creatively to ensure that all staff can have their legal needs met efficiently, equitably, and respectfully and in alignment with our organizational values of accountability, anti-racism, community, innovation, learning and sustainability.
Center racial justice and equity in the design and execution of work, staff engagement, and leadership, and contribute to the goal of becoming an anti-racist organization.
Assist General Counsel in department management and operations, including budgeting, department’s racial justice and equity goal setting and tracking, board updates and other reports, as needed.
Travel up to 5% of the time for staff retreats, training, and conferences, as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Education : JD degree from an accredited law school; bar membership in good standing in at least one state or the District of Columbia required.
Work Experience : Required – At least five years of full-time experience in law, with experience in nonprofit operations and governance, nonprofit tax law, and federal and state campaign finance law. Experience drafting or negotiating contractual agreements. Management and supervisory experience, including supervising other attorneys and/or law clerks. Preferred – Experience in employment, labor and or immigration law. Experience working with or for regulatory agencies.
Skills: Required – Demonstrates expertise in a variety of legal field’s concepts, practices, and procedures. Demonstrated relationship building skills; solid judgment; critical thinking skills; a sense of teamwork and community; ability to handle multiple tasks; highly organized. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to build relationships with all staff levels. Ability to communicate legal concepts and guidelines to staff and conduct effective trainings. Proficient computer skills and research abilities using the Internet. Specific technical skills are required in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Google Drive, and Westlaw. Ability to work under pressure under multiple deadlines and shifting priorities. Ability to manage confidential information. Preferred – Spanish language competency.
Cultural Competence : Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. A commitment to the complex understanding of racial justice and the urgency of confronting institutional racism and inequity within our political system. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understanding of the ways in which principles of racial justice and equity are vital to addressing climate change effectively.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Associate General Counsel” in the subject line by June 26, 2023 . No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org .
Title: Chispa TX Community Organizer Department: Community and Civic Engagement Status: Non-Exempt Reports To: Chispa TX Program Director Positions Reporting To This Position: None Location: Corpus Christi, TX Travel Requirements: Up to 10% Union Position: Yes Job Classification Level: B Salary Range (depending on experience): $59,131 – $69,365
General Description:
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
Chispa, a program of LCV, works to ensure that Latine communities and leaders have a strong voice in the movement for climate justice and within the environmental movement and influence the environmental policies and decisions that impact our health and environment. Based in the Community & Civic Engagement department Chispa has programs in Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Maryland, Nevada, and Texas.
LCV is hiring a Chispa Texas Community Organizer who will help create and implement Chispa TX’s organizing strategies by engaging communities across Nueces and San Patricio counties, particularly Latine families and leaders, in climate justice, democracy, and other issues. The Community Organizer will execute strategic, holistic campaign plans and strategies in the field to build our base of volunteers and supporters, and develop the leadership of our base that drives our organizing campaigns forward. This position will be part of a dynamic, skilled, and growing data-driven organizing team, working closely with the Chispa TX Program Director, Chispa TX Digital Organizer, Chispa national team, and community members and leaders to ensure that communities in Texas are civically engaged and are part of the decision-making process that impacts their health and environment. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, enthusiastic, and passionate about the fight for climate justice and ready to take action to hold polluters accountable and advocate for community driven solutions to address climate change and environmental racism.
Responsibilities:
Build, develop and work with a base of dedicated grassroots leadership in the community that is part of the development of campaigns and are advocating for environmental justice, community health policies, and the protection of our democracy.
Create opportunities for community outreach and build coalitions by organizing meetings, tabling at events, and partnering with organizations.
Identify potential new members, recruit, engage and retain new volunteers by conducting one-on-ones, presentations, and door-knocking and utilizing other community organizing strategies and methods.
Develop a base of youth volunteers by working with local high schools, colleges, and universities to build civic engagement and develop their leadership.
Support volunteer leaders in the development and sustaining of organizing committees that are involved in advancing campaign goals.
Work closely with the organizing team and Chispa TX Program Director to implement and evaluate issue-organizing campaigns centered on democracy and climate justice that successfully recruit volunteers, build grassroots leaders and get the attention of decision-makers and media.
Collaborate and coordinate with the Chispa TX Digital Organizer in implementing digital strategies, developing digital content, and recruiting new online volunteers while ensuring alignment with program campaign goals.
Maintain and build relationships with schools, churches, community organizations, labor unions, public health groups, and other local organizations to work in partnership to advance shared goals.
Track organizing work and data meticulously in VAN; submit reports to the Chispa TX Program Director.
Support volunteers or promotores in learning technology to participate in Chispa TX online events.
Manage a small organizer budget to support promotores work and entry point opportunities to bring in new members.
Travel up to 10% of the time in-state and out-of-state for organizing activities and staff retreats and conferences, as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Work Experience : Required – 2 years of experience in grassroots community organizing, issue, or labor organizing programs. Successful track record of grassroots community organizing, training volunteers, leadership development, implementing strategies and tactics, and partnering with other groups. Preferred – Experience organizing in Texas, especially in rural, predominantly Latine or BIPOC communities in the Coastal Bend region. Experience with VAN, EveryAction, Hustle, Microsoft Office, Adobe programs, and Google Drive.
Skills: Required – Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills; proficient writing abilities; ability to work independently and thrive in a collaborative team-centered environment; ability to prioritize and effectively manage tasks in a fast-paced work environment; strong organizational skills; demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Bilingual – Written and spoken fluency in English and Spanish. Preferred – Ability to speak to members of the media. Understanding of climate justice and democracy issues.
Cultural Competence : Passionate about protecting the environment and communities impacted by climate change and environmental injustice. Committed to confronting institutional racism and inequity within our political system. An ability to apply a racial justice lens, and a variety of communities’ distinct perspectives to organizing strategies. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understanding the ways in which principles of racial justice and equity are vital to improving our democratic systems and environmental challenges effectively.
Working Conditions : This job operates both in a professional office environment and in outdoor and indoor public spaces, and the person will be exposed to outdoor elements such as precipitation, wind, and high/low temperatures. This position is occasionally sedentary; however, attending meetings and canvassing out in the communities is also frequently required. The person in the position will frequently be expected to move about to accomplish tasks and move between sites. This position routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. The person in this position frequently communicates with community members and must be able to exchange accurate information. Ability to occasionally work evening and weekend hours as needed. Position requires a valid driver’s license and liability insurance or access to reliable transportation. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States . LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Chispa TX Community Organizer” in the subject line by May 10, 2023 . No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable, and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org .
Apr 20, 2023
Full time
Title: Chispa TX Community Organizer Department: Community and Civic Engagement Status: Non-Exempt Reports To: Chispa TX Program Director Positions Reporting To This Position: None Location: Corpus Christi, TX Travel Requirements: Up to 10% Union Position: Yes Job Classification Level: B Salary Range (depending on experience): $59,131 – $69,365
General Description:
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
Chispa, a program of LCV, works to ensure that Latine communities and leaders have a strong voice in the movement for climate justice and within the environmental movement and influence the environmental policies and decisions that impact our health and environment. Based in the Community & Civic Engagement department Chispa has programs in Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Maryland, Nevada, and Texas.
LCV is hiring a Chispa Texas Community Organizer who will help create and implement Chispa TX’s organizing strategies by engaging communities across Nueces and San Patricio counties, particularly Latine families and leaders, in climate justice, democracy, and other issues. The Community Organizer will execute strategic, holistic campaign plans and strategies in the field to build our base of volunteers and supporters, and develop the leadership of our base that drives our organizing campaigns forward. This position will be part of a dynamic, skilled, and growing data-driven organizing team, working closely with the Chispa TX Program Director, Chispa TX Digital Organizer, Chispa national team, and community members and leaders to ensure that communities in Texas are civically engaged and are part of the decision-making process that impacts their health and environment. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, enthusiastic, and passionate about the fight for climate justice and ready to take action to hold polluters accountable and advocate for community driven solutions to address climate change and environmental racism.
Responsibilities:
Build, develop and work with a base of dedicated grassroots leadership in the community that is part of the development of campaigns and are advocating for environmental justice, community health policies, and the protection of our democracy.
Create opportunities for community outreach and build coalitions by organizing meetings, tabling at events, and partnering with organizations.
Identify potential new members, recruit, engage and retain new volunteers by conducting one-on-ones, presentations, and door-knocking and utilizing other community organizing strategies and methods.
Develop a base of youth volunteers by working with local high schools, colleges, and universities to build civic engagement and develop their leadership.
Support volunteer leaders in the development and sustaining of organizing committees that are involved in advancing campaign goals.
Work closely with the organizing team and Chispa TX Program Director to implement and evaluate issue-organizing campaigns centered on democracy and climate justice that successfully recruit volunteers, build grassroots leaders and get the attention of decision-makers and media.
Collaborate and coordinate with the Chispa TX Digital Organizer in implementing digital strategies, developing digital content, and recruiting new online volunteers while ensuring alignment with program campaign goals.
Maintain and build relationships with schools, churches, community organizations, labor unions, public health groups, and other local organizations to work in partnership to advance shared goals.
Track organizing work and data meticulously in VAN; submit reports to the Chispa TX Program Director.
Support volunteers or promotores in learning technology to participate in Chispa TX online events.
Manage a small organizer budget to support promotores work and entry point opportunities to bring in new members.
Travel up to 10% of the time in-state and out-of-state for organizing activities and staff retreats and conferences, as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Work Experience : Required – 2 years of experience in grassroots community organizing, issue, or labor organizing programs. Successful track record of grassroots community organizing, training volunteers, leadership development, implementing strategies and tactics, and partnering with other groups. Preferred – Experience organizing in Texas, especially in rural, predominantly Latine or BIPOC communities in the Coastal Bend region. Experience with VAN, EveryAction, Hustle, Microsoft Office, Adobe programs, and Google Drive.
Skills: Required – Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills; proficient writing abilities; ability to work independently and thrive in a collaborative team-centered environment; ability to prioritize and effectively manage tasks in a fast-paced work environment; strong organizational skills; demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Bilingual – Written and spoken fluency in English and Spanish. Preferred – Ability to speak to members of the media. Understanding of climate justice and democracy issues.
Cultural Competence : Passionate about protecting the environment and communities impacted by climate change and environmental injustice. Committed to confronting institutional racism and inequity within our political system. An ability to apply a racial justice lens, and a variety of communities’ distinct perspectives to organizing strategies. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understanding the ways in which principles of racial justice and equity are vital to improving our democratic systems and environmental challenges effectively.
Working Conditions : This job operates both in a professional office environment and in outdoor and indoor public spaces, and the person will be exposed to outdoor elements such as precipitation, wind, and high/low temperatures. This position is occasionally sedentary; however, attending meetings and canvassing out in the communities is also frequently required. The person in the position will frequently be expected to move about to accomplish tasks and move between sites. This position routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. The person in this position frequently communicates with community members and must be able to exchange accurate information. Ability to occasionally work evening and weekend hours as needed. Position requires a valid driver’s license and liability insurance or access to reliable transportation. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States . LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Chispa TX Community Organizer” in the subject line by May 10, 2023 . No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable, and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org .
League of Conservation Voters
Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely or from an LCV office)
Title: Prospect Research Associate Department: Development Status: Non-Exempt Reports to: Director of Prospect Research and Portfolio Management Positions Reporting to this Position: None Location: Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely or from an LCV office) Travel Requirements: Up to 10% Union Position: Yes Job Classification Level: A Salary Range (depending on experience): $50,420 – $59,002
General Description:
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
LCV is hiring a Prospect Research Associate to enhance our individual and institutional major gifts fundraising program. The Prospect Research Associate is primarily responsible for vetting and wealth screening event attendees, setting up and regulating news alerts for the fundraising team, ensuring accuracy of Salesforce donor records, and supporting the research team’s Racial Justice and Equity goals. This position is a great opportunity for a self-motivated, curious, analytical individual who wants to learn more about nonprofits and build a career in fundraising with a prominent environmental and political issue advocacy organization.
Responsibilities:
Conduct thorough research of public records, databases, media, internet, and proprietary resources to identify information regarding existing and prospective donors.
Produce coherent research documents (written reports) summarizing research conclusions for LCV’s President, Executive staff, Events team, and the Major Gifts team prior to donor contact such as meetings and events.
Develop a broad awareness of LCV and LCVEF’s programs to support the identification of individuals and institutions whose philanthropic interests align with our work.
Work with the prospect research team to increase the racial diversity of each Major Gift Officer’s portfolio and continue to identify new prospective donors of color.
Develop and maintain an up-to-date familiarity with top existing and prospective donors; proactively share new information when identified.
Take ownership of data accuracy and integrity in the donor databases (Salesforce and ResearchPoint).
Support the maintenance of portfolios and outreach lists used by LCV’s president and the Major Gifts Team. Support preparation for portfolio review meetings as needed.
Contribute to organizational and department efforts to infuse racial justice and equity into all aspects of our work, including our fundraising.
Implement a strategy and process for a regular and consistent refresh of contact information for prospects and donors in Salesforce.
Ensure complete, accurate, and timely updates of information are maintained in Salesforce as it relates to contacts, research notes, and prospect management data.
Assist with research and projects for the Institutional Giving team.
Set up, manage, and distribute news alerts for the Principal and Major Giving Teams.
Maintain and update the Prospect Research and Portfolio Management manual.
Organize and maintain the prospect research files in Sharepoint and on Google Drive.
Act as the team liaison for Xappex and Salesforce imports.
Travel up to 10% of the time for staff retreats, meetings, conferences and professional development opportunities, as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Work Experience:
Required – Must have at least 1 year of work or internship experience in administrative support; experience with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word, experience with online research and understanding of reliable sources. Experience using a CRM (like Salesforce or Raiser’s Edge).
Preferred – Experience using Salesforce. Experience using Wrike, Asana, or a similar project management software. Experience with one or a combination of the following: LexisNexis, ResearchPoint, Spokeo, iWave, or other prospecting or research software. Experience at a political, racial justice, social justice, or environmental organization. Experience looking up contact information, writing biographies, or confirming identities. Experience with the Google Suite.
Skills:
Required – Curiosity. Highly attentive to details and able to take ownership of routine tasks. An ability to successfully manage multiple deadlines. Strong synthesis and writing skills. Should be able to be flexible enough to shift priorities based on urgent needs, have the confidence to ask for help when needed, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Capable of handling confidential information with the utmost discretion.
Preferred – Advanced Excel skills, including understanding of dependent formulas, pivot tables, and other complex spreadsheet functions.
Cultural Competence:
Required: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.
Preferred – A proven interest in politics and meaningful social change. Committed to environmental protection, racial justice, and LCV’s mission.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Prospect Research Associate” in the subject line by February 8, 2023 . No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org.
Jan 25, 2023
Full time
Title: Prospect Research Associate Department: Development Status: Non-Exempt Reports to: Director of Prospect Research and Portfolio Management Positions Reporting to this Position: None Location: Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely or from an LCV office) Travel Requirements: Up to 10% Union Position: Yes Job Classification Level: A Salary Range (depending on experience): $50,420 – $59,002
General Description:
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
LCV is hiring a Prospect Research Associate to enhance our individual and institutional major gifts fundraising program. The Prospect Research Associate is primarily responsible for vetting and wealth screening event attendees, setting up and regulating news alerts for the fundraising team, ensuring accuracy of Salesforce donor records, and supporting the research team’s Racial Justice and Equity goals. This position is a great opportunity for a self-motivated, curious, analytical individual who wants to learn more about nonprofits and build a career in fundraising with a prominent environmental and political issue advocacy organization.
Responsibilities:
Conduct thorough research of public records, databases, media, internet, and proprietary resources to identify information regarding existing and prospective donors.
Produce coherent research documents (written reports) summarizing research conclusions for LCV’s President, Executive staff, Events team, and the Major Gifts team prior to donor contact such as meetings and events.
Develop a broad awareness of LCV and LCVEF’s programs to support the identification of individuals and institutions whose philanthropic interests align with our work.
Work with the prospect research team to increase the racial diversity of each Major Gift Officer’s portfolio and continue to identify new prospective donors of color.
Develop and maintain an up-to-date familiarity with top existing and prospective donors; proactively share new information when identified.
Take ownership of data accuracy and integrity in the donor databases (Salesforce and ResearchPoint).
Support the maintenance of portfolios and outreach lists used by LCV’s president and the Major Gifts Team. Support preparation for portfolio review meetings as needed.
Contribute to organizational and department efforts to infuse racial justice and equity into all aspects of our work, including our fundraising.
Implement a strategy and process for a regular and consistent refresh of contact information for prospects and donors in Salesforce.
Ensure complete, accurate, and timely updates of information are maintained in Salesforce as it relates to contacts, research notes, and prospect management data.
Assist with research and projects for the Institutional Giving team.
Set up, manage, and distribute news alerts for the Principal and Major Giving Teams.
Maintain and update the Prospect Research and Portfolio Management manual.
Organize and maintain the prospect research files in Sharepoint and on Google Drive.
Act as the team liaison for Xappex and Salesforce imports.
Travel up to 10% of the time for staff retreats, meetings, conferences and professional development opportunities, as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Work Experience:
Required – Must have at least 1 year of work or internship experience in administrative support; experience with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word, experience with online research and understanding of reliable sources. Experience using a CRM (like Salesforce or Raiser’s Edge).
Preferred – Experience using Salesforce. Experience using Wrike, Asana, or a similar project management software. Experience with one or a combination of the following: LexisNexis, ResearchPoint, Spokeo, iWave, or other prospecting or research software. Experience at a political, racial justice, social justice, or environmental organization. Experience looking up contact information, writing biographies, or confirming identities. Experience with the Google Suite.
Skills:
Required – Curiosity. Highly attentive to details and able to take ownership of routine tasks. An ability to successfully manage multiple deadlines. Strong synthesis and writing skills. Should be able to be flexible enough to shift priorities based on urgent needs, have the confidence to ask for help when needed, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Capable of handling confidential information with the utmost discretion.
Preferred – Advanced Excel skills, including understanding of dependent formulas, pivot tables, and other complex spreadsheet functions.
Cultural Competence:
Required: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.
Preferred – A proven interest in politics and meaningful social change. Committed to environmental protection, racial justice, and LCV’s mission.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Prospect Research Associate” in the subject line by February 8, 2023 . No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org.
League of Conservation Voters
Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely or from an LCVEF office)
Title: Vice President, Civic Engagement
Department: Community & Civic Engagement
Status: Exempt
Reports To: Senior Vice President, Community and Civic Engagement
Positions Reporting to this Position: Director of Civic Engagement and Voting Rights Program Director
Location: Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely or from an LCVEF office)
Travel Requirements: Up to 30%
Union Position: No
Job Classification Level: M-IV
Salary Range (depending on experience): $125,000 – $170,000
General Description:
The League of Conservation Voters Education Fund believes our earth is worth mobilizing for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. LCV Education Fund (LCVEF) works to turn environmental values into national, state and local priorities. LCVEF’s work to protect and advocate for the environment is rooted in our commitment to racial, social and environmental justice.
Over the last twenty years, LCVEF has developed one of the most effective nonpartisan voter participation programs in the nation. We pioneered tools such as membership list enhancement, and we continue to lead in areas such as mobilization, profiling and modeling, issue ID, control group testing and high-end analytics. We are externally recognized for our leadership in the space, such as the most recent Independent Voter Registration Report where LCVEF was ranked the most efficient program in the nation—with an 83 percent rate of successful registrations—for the third consecutive election cycle.
Through our national vote-by-mail, voter registration, and GOTV efforts, we have become the leading pro-climate group working to encourage underrepresented communities to participate in elections. We increasingly play a major role in pro-democracy ballot measures that reduce barriers to voting at the state and local levels. Even outside the pro-climate community, we are one of the largest players in the civic engagement space, with a focus on increasing the involvement of communities of color and young people in the democratic process.
LCVEF is hiring a Vice President of Civic Engagement who will lead year-round civic engagement strategy, managing staff, and democracy and civic engagement programs, including voter contact, integrated voter engagement, managing data, sharing tactics and strategies for relational organizing, while leading partnership and coalition management to advance voter protection and combat voter suppression nationally and with our state partners. This role will be focused on building power with a grassroots base that can urge decision-makers to take unprecedented bold action to confront climate change, working closely with the organizing teams of our 30+ state affiliates, collectively called the Conservation Voters Movement (CVM) in protecting our communities and environment and defending our democracy. This position reports to the Senior Vice President of Community and Civic Engagement and will directly supervise the Director of Civic Engagement and Voting Rights Program Director. The ideal candidate is an experienced and effective leader with extensive experience in voter engagement, democracy, organizing with issue campaigns and a creative and strategic thinker who is also committed to our organizational values of accountability, anti-racism, community, innovation, learning and sustainability.
Responsibilities:
Work with the SVP of Community and Civic Engagement, other national LCV and LCVEF staff and state affiliates to develop, implement and evaluate advocacy, coalition-building and organizing campaigns that advance voter participation, voting rights and protect against voter suppression.
Support the Director of Civic Engagement in the planning and execution of a multi-state site-based voter registration program, including managing a complex mix of relationships with state affiliates, other LCVEF staff and leadership, funders, organizational partners and state 501(c)(3) tables.
Manage a strong team of staff who are motivated and equipped to effectively implement their work plans and achieve their goals. Manage and contribute to a positive, collaborative and inclusive workplace culture while holding staff accountable and mission driven.
Oversee the development of the Civic Engagement program budgets and allocations to state leagues and vendors. Closely track and regularly report status updates and projections to LCVEF leadership.
Coordinate with LCVEF and state LCVEF staff to ensure that Civic Engagement work is integrated into LCVEF events and strategies including relationship building, media communications, and online actions.
Oversee and identify opportunities to advance the time-bound, metrics-driven campaigns according to benchmarks of LCVEF strategic plan and annual goals of the Civic Engagement programs, including being an active member of national civic engagement-related coalitions and facilitating state affiliate leadership in state and national coalitions and partnerships.
Work with the development team to prepare grant proposals and reports and to cultivate institutional and individual donor support.
Work with Legal and Finance departments and state affiliates to ensure compliance and reporting of all activities within the program.
Actively participate on the Community & Civic Engagement department’s senior leadership and management teams, contributing to building an inclusive organizational culture, and as a thought leader in the Conservation Voters Movement, who models innovative approaches, equity-driven leadership, and collaborative and bold solutions as well as contributing ideas to the overall management and well-being of the organization.
Engage with the environmental, unions/labor groups, social, economic, and racial justice movements to build transformational and deeply collaborative partnerships.
Serve as a Democracy program’s public spokesperson, including with the press and at public events, as needed.
Travel up to 30% of the time, including regular travel to Washington, D.C. for coalition meetings, as well as other travel for funder meetings, state civic engagement team meetings, staff retreats, training, and conferences, as needed.
Qualifications:
Work Experience: Required – Minimum of 10 years of experience with strategic and program planning and implementation, managing complex program budgets and metric-driven campaigns, working on elections, voter registration, community organizing, or democracy campaigns. Seven years of proven success as a supervisor, developer of leaders, coach, and/or mentor. Successful experience working collaboratively with coalition partners on shared goals and building strong relationships with funders that result in program growth and sustainability. Preferred – Experience focused on low-income families and communities of color. Experience working with a national organization that has state affiliates or chapters. Experience with formal quantitative or qualitative research. Familiarity with the IRS rules regarding 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and PACs.
Skills: Demonstrated ability to apply a racial justice and equity lens to policy analysis and advocacy. Excellent writing and verbal communication skills, including ability to write high-level reports and analysis and to be an inspirational, clear and direct communicator. Ability to consistently integrate an understanding of key racial justice and equity concepts into projects and interactions by addressing structural implications and disproportionate impacts of policies, activities, and decisions on race, class and other group identities within the context of job responsibilities and projects. Demonstrated sophisticated understanding of how race dynamics impact supervisory relationships, organizational culture, partnerships, campaigns and coalition work, and can demonstrate a history of successfully intervening in problematic dynamics and deepening a racial justice approach within an organization, team, or campaign. Exceptional supervision, management and coaching skills, including creating cohesion with remote staff and managing up. A demonstrated understanding of organizational effectiveness, including the ability to create and streamline systems, structures and processes. Commitment and familiarity with the tools to measure and track program and campaign progress and outcomes. Familiarity with how communications strategies advance programmatic and advocacy goals, Works well in a fast-paced environment; ability to multi-task without sacrificing quality of work. Exhibits strong leadership traits including reliable, consistent, detail-oriented, self-motivated, self-aware and emotionally intelligent.
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about differences, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. A complex understanding of racial justice and the urgency of confronting institutional racism and inequity. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Proven track record of successfully working across lines of race, immigration status, ethnicity, language, class, gender and other identities and experiences.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. The person in this position frequently communicates with external partners and funders, and must be able to exchange accurate information. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCVEF requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCVEF offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcvef.org with “VP, Civic Engagement” in the subject line by January 29, 2023 . No phone calls, please.
LCVEF is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCVEF is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcvef.org.
Jan 10, 2023
Full time
Title: Vice President, Civic Engagement
Department: Community & Civic Engagement
Status: Exempt
Reports To: Senior Vice President, Community and Civic Engagement
Positions Reporting to this Position: Director of Civic Engagement and Voting Rights Program Director
Location: Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely or from an LCVEF office)
Travel Requirements: Up to 30%
Union Position: No
Job Classification Level: M-IV
Salary Range (depending on experience): $125,000 – $170,000
General Description:
The League of Conservation Voters Education Fund believes our earth is worth mobilizing for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. LCV Education Fund (LCVEF) works to turn environmental values into national, state and local priorities. LCVEF’s work to protect and advocate for the environment is rooted in our commitment to racial, social and environmental justice.
Over the last twenty years, LCVEF has developed one of the most effective nonpartisan voter participation programs in the nation. We pioneered tools such as membership list enhancement, and we continue to lead in areas such as mobilization, profiling and modeling, issue ID, control group testing and high-end analytics. We are externally recognized for our leadership in the space, such as the most recent Independent Voter Registration Report where LCVEF was ranked the most efficient program in the nation—with an 83 percent rate of successful registrations—for the third consecutive election cycle.
Through our national vote-by-mail, voter registration, and GOTV efforts, we have become the leading pro-climate group working to encourage underrepresented communities to participate in elections. We increasingly play a major role in pro-democracy ballot measures that reduce barriers to voting at the state and local levels. Even outside the pro-climate community, we are one of the largest players in the civic engagement space, with a focus on increasing the involvement of communities of color and young people in the democratic process.
LCVEF is hiring a Vice President of Civic Engagement who will lead year-round civic engagement strategy, managing staff, and democracy and civic engagement programs, including voter contact, integrated voter engagement, managing data, sharing tactics and strategies for relational organizing, while leading partnership and coalition management to advance voter protection and combat voter suppression nationally and with our state partners. This role will be focused on building power with a grassroots base that can urge decision-makers to take unprecedented bold action to confront climate change, working closely with the organizing teams of our 30+ state affiliates, collectively called the Conservation Voters Movement (CVM) in protecting our communities and environment and defending our democracy. This position reports to the Senior Vice President of Community and Civic Engagement and will directly supervise the Director of Civic Engagement and Voting Rights Program Director. The ideal candidate is an experienced and effective leader with extensive experience in voter engagement, democracy, organizing with issue campaigns and a creative and strategic thinker who is also committed to our organizational values of accountability, anti-racism, community, innovation, learning and sustainability.
Responsibilities:
Work with the SVP of Community and Civic Engagement, other national LCV and LCVEF staff and state affiliates to develop, implement and evaluate advocacy, coalition-building and organizing campaigns that advance voter participation, voting rights and protect against voter suppression.
Support the Director of Civic Engagement in the planning and execution of a multi-state site-based voter registration program, including managing a complex mix of relationships with state affiliates, other LCVEF staff and leadership, funders, organizational partners and state 501(c)(3) tables.
Manage a strong team of staff who are motivated and equipped to effectively implement their work plans and achieve their goals. Manage and contribute to a positive, collaborative and inclusive workplace culture while holding staff accountable and mission driven.
Oversee the development of the Civic Engagement program budgets and allocations to state leagues and vendors. Closely track and regularly report status updates and projections to LCVEF leadership.
Coordinate with LCVEF and state LCVEF staff to ensure that Civic Engagement work is integrated into LCVEF events and strategies including relationship building, media communications, and online actions.
Oversee and identify opportunities to advance the time-bound, metrics-driven campaigns according to benchmarks of LCVEF strategic plan and annual goals of the Civic Engagement programs, including being an active member of national civic engagement-related coalitions and facilitating state affiliate leadership in state and national coalitions and partnerships.
Work with the development team to prepare grant proposals and reports and to cultivate institutional and individual donor support.
Work with Legal and Finance departments and state affiliates to ensure compliance and reporting of all activities within the program.
Actively participate on the Community & Civic Engagement department’s senior leadership and management teams, contributing to building an inclusive organizational culture, and as a thought leader in the Conservation Voters Movement, who models innovative approaches, equity-driven leadership, and collaborative and bold solutions as well as contributing ideas to the overall management and well-being of the organization.
Engage with the environmental, unions/labor groups, social, economic, and racial justice movements to build transformational and deeply collaborative partnerships.
Serve as a Democracy program’s public spokesperson, including with the press and at public events, as needed.
Travel up to 30% of the time, including regular travel to Washington, D.C. for coalition meetings, as well as other travel for funder meetings, state civic engagement team meetings, staff retreats, training, and conferences, as needed.
Qualifications:
Work Experience: Required – Minimum of 10 years of experience with strategic and program planning and implementation, managing complex program budgets and metric-driven campaigns, working on elections, voter registration, community organizing, or democracy campaigns. Seven years of proven success as a supervisor, developer of leaders, coach, and/or mentor. Successful experience working collaboratively with coalition partners on shared goals and building strong relationships with funders that result in program growth and sustainability. Preferred – Experience focused on low-income families and communities of color. Experience working with a national organization that has state affiliates or chapters. Experience with formal quantitative or qualitative research. Familiarity with the IRS rules regarding 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and PACs.
Skills: Demonstrated ability to apply a racial justice and equity lens to policy analysis and advocacy. Excellent writing and verbal communication skills, including ability to write high-level reports and analysis and to be an inspirational, clear and direct communicator. Ability to consistently integrate an understanding of key racial justice and equity concepts into projects and interactions by addressing structural implications and disproportionate impacts of policies, activities, and decisions on race, class and other group identities within the context of job responsibilities and projects. Demonstrated sophisticated understanding of how race dynamics impact supervisory relationships, organizational culture, partnerships, campaigns and coalition work, and can demonstrate a history of successfully intervening in problematic dynamics and deepening a racial justice approach within an organization, team, or campaign. Exceptional supervision, management and coaching skills, including creating cohesion with remote staff and managing up. A demonstrated understanding of organizational effectiveness, including the ability to create and streamline systems, structures and processes. Commitment and familiarity with the tools to measure and track program and campaign progress and outcomes. Familiarity with how communications strategies advance programmatic and advocacy goals, Works well in a fast-paced environment; ability to multi-task without sacrificing quality of work. Exhibits strong leadership traits including reliable, consistent, detail-oriented, self-motivated, self-aware and emotionally intelligent.
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about differences, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. A complex understanding of racial justice and the urgency of confronting institutional racism and inequity. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Proven track record of successfully working across lines of race, immigration status, ethnicity, language, class, gender and other identities and experiences.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. The person in this position frequently communicates with external partners and funders, and must be able to exchange accurate information. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCVEF requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCVEF offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcvef.org with “VP, Civic Engagement” in the subject line by January 29, 2023 . No phone calls, please.
LCVEF is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCVEF is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcvef.org.