The Humane League
Remote (Central or East time zones of the United States)
Apply here
WHO WE ARE
The Humane League (THL) is a global nonprofit ending the abuse of animals raised for food. THL fosters a high-energy culture of teamwork and mission-driven problem solving, and we have earned recognition as Top Charity from Animal Charity Evaluators for all of their rating periods. Over the past few years, we’ve grown to a staff of 100+ talented individuals dispersed across the country and around the world. At THL, how animals are treated in the food system is at the forefront of our everyday work. As such, many of our staff are vegan by personal choice, and all of our THL-hosted events offer fully vegan menus. We welcome all mission-aligned candidates to apply, no matter where you are in your journey to end the abuse of animals raised for food.
YOUR OPPORTUNITY
As Global Corporate Relations Lead, you will be part of a small, high-impact team that specializes in advancing the welfare of animals raised for food through outreach to major international food companies. Currently, the team’s work is focused on influencing companies to transition to 100% cage-free systems for egg-laying hens in their supply chains across the world. You will be accountable for engaging in dialogue and maintaining relationships with food companies, with a focus on companies headquartered in North America and Latin America. This work requires a high level of confidence and relentlessness, as well as excellent critical thinking and decision-making skills. This position also involves close collaboration with other animal protection groups through the Open Wing Alliance (OWA), a global coalition of 90+ animal protection organizations, to organize meetings and strategize. The ideal candidate will excel in cultural competency and be excited about building relationships. This position reports directly to the Senior Associate Director of Global Corporate Relations.
This is a full-time, remote position. This position involves domestic and international travel, equivalent to up to 1-2 weeks per month, and requires a valid, up-to-date passport. The travel requirements of this role include attendance at the Open Wing Alliance Latin America Summit from September 3-5, 2024 in Mexico City.
We are only able to consider applicants who possess United States work authorization and reside in the United States within the Central or Eastern time zones.
We will be recording a webinar hosted by Hannah Surowinski, Sr. Associate Director of Global Corporate Relations, and another member of the Global Corporate Relations team. You can submit any questions you would like answered regarding the role and The Humane League via this form . Please submit any questions by 5 pm EST on Tuesday, April 30th. The webinar will be available to watch on our careers page job posting by Friday, May 3rd.
This position will close on Friday, May 10th, 2024 at 1:00pm PDT/2:00pm MDT/3:00pm CDT/4:00pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted; if you are experiencing technical issues, please contact careers@thehumaneleague.org prior to the deadline. Please submit applications and all supporting documents in English.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Work with major multinational food companies to advance welfare for animals within their supply chains. Currently, this work is focused on holding companies accountable for fulfilling their cage-free egg commitments.
Build and maintain relationships with corporate executives at food companies. This includes email communication as well as virtual and in-person meetings.
Engage in high-pressure negotiations with executives, with the primary purpose of influencing food companies to commit to animal welfare policies. Act as the lead on negotiations for OWA global campaigns.
Conduct research on global food companies and maintain data within the team’s CRM, Salesforce.
Hold food companies accountable for meeting their commitment deadlines. Establish check-ins with companies, ensuring they disclose progress on their commitments.
Collaborate with team members intra- and inter-departmentally on campaign targets, strategy, research, commitments, and actions.
Collaborate closely with OWA member groups and other relevant organizations on corporate outreach and campaign targets.
Work closely with other members of THL’s Global Corporate Engagement team to advise on corporate relations strategy and goals.
Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Tenacity and comfort with high-pressure situations: You display confidence, relentlessness, and solid problem-solving skills, especially in confrontational or particularly difficult situations and interactions. You are not easily discouraged; when faced with a setback, you reflect on lessons learned, apply them, and try a new approach.
Strategic thinking and acuity: You are quick and calculated in your thinking and decision-making in both high-stakes situations and broader strategy discussions. You are able to identify and evaluate short- and long-term impacts when making decisions, utilizing discretion and independent judgment.
Collaboration and relationship-building: Although this position is highly independent, the success of this role relies on your ability to work cooperatively and collaborate with team members, as well as other organizations and stakeholders. You have excellent interpersonal skills and are able to build and maintain effective working relationships, including with corporate executives.
Organization: You are able to manage multiple projects and tasks with the extensive use of platforms like Google Workspace, Slack, Salesforce, and Asana. You use time management and attention to detail to plan, prioritize, and complete your work. You are able to work to tight deadlines and plan ahead to organize your work and meetings with companies.
Persuasive communication: You have excellent written and verbal communication skills and are able to communicate effectively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders. You convey THL’s message confidently and persuasively in both written and oral formats, including emails, presentations, and high-pressure meetings with corporate executives.
Research: This position involves conducting thorough research on food companies and their executives. You are adept at using online resources to gather information, and you bring a sense of curiosity, creativity, and persistence to finding details that may be difficult to locate.
Global mindset: You approach your work with a global perspective, prioritizing global impact and taking regional and cultural nuances into consideration. You are able to work effectively with coalition partners and corporate executives across a variety of linguistic backgrounds.
Apply here
Once your application has been reviewed, you will be notified via email with further details on the status of your application. If a candidate is moved forward, the interview process will be as follows:
Phone Interview (via phone call)
Work Simulation Exercise (completed remotely)
First Interview (via video call)
Final Interview (via video call)
Reference Check
For full details of our recruitment process please review this document .
Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this role is $67,130 - $82,048 USD. At The Humane League, we believe in maintaining a fair and equitable work environment for all employees. As part of our commitment to transparency and equity, we recently implemented a job architecture framework, which levels all of our roles according to size and complexity, as well as a compensation step system, which allows us to account for an individual's total years of related experience when determining their compensation. In addition, we have adopted a no negotiation policy for salaries. To determine a job's level, we carefully consider a variety of factors, including a job's size and complexity, required experience, knowledge, and/or skills, internal comparability, and market data. To determine final compensation, experience will be measured by considering prior work in jobs or activities that are related to the role at THL. These new practices are aligned with our organizational values and will help us ensure we maintain clear, consistent, transparent, and equitable HR processes.
Employees enjoy full medical coverage, optional dental and vision packages, a 401(k) retirement plan, pet care & Rx discount plans, working from home, up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for eligible employees, paid holidays, flexible vacation time, professional development, and the supportive environment at The Humane League!
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Humane League is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with laws and in furtherance of our commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.
Accommodations
The Humane League is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. We trust individuals to self-identify and ask for the accommodations they need. An example of an accommodation might be extra time to complete a work simulation exercise, among many others. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please complete this form to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
AI Policy
We value original work and thought in the application process; with that being said, please refrain from using artificial intelligence to generate your responses. By submitting this application you agree to comply with this. Violations of this policy may result in being dismissed from the hiring process. If you need a reasonable accommodation to this policy, please see above for more information.
Apr 25, 2024
Full time
Apply here
WHO WE ARE
The Humane League (THL) is a global nonprofit ending the abuse of animals raised for food. THL fosters a high-energy culture of teamwork and mission-driven problem solving, and we have earned recognition as Top Charity from Animal Charity Evaluators for all of their rating periods. Over the past few years, we’ve grown to a staff of 100+ talented individuals dispersed across the country and around the world. At THL, how animals are treated in the food system is at the forefront of our everyday work. As such, many of our staff are vegan by personal choice, and all of our THL-hosted events offer fully vegan menus. We welcome all mission-aligned candidates to apply, no matter where you are in your journey to end the abuse of animals raised for food.
YOUR OPPORTUNITY
As Global Corporate Relations Lead, you will be part of a small, high-impact team that specializes in advancing the welfare of animals raised for food through outreach to major international food companies. Currently, the team’s work is focused on influencing companies to transition to 100% cage-free systems for egg-laying hens in their supply chains across the world. You will be accountable for engaging in dialogue and maintaining relationships with food companies, with a focus on companies headquartered in North America and Latin America. This work requires a high level of confidence and relentlessness, as well as excellent critical thinking and decision-making skills. This position also involves close collaboration with other animal protection groups through the Open Wing Alliance (OWA), a global coalition of 90+ animal protection organizations, to organize meetings and strategize. The ideal candidate will excel in cultural competency and be excited about building relationships. This position reports directly to the Senior Associate Director of Global Corporate Relations.
This is a full-time, remote position. This position involves domestic and international travel, equivalent to up to 1-2 weeks per month, and requires a valid, up-to-date passport. The travel requirements of this role include attendance at the Open Wing Alliance Latin America Summit from September 3-5, 2024 in Mexico City.
We are only able to consider applicants who possess United States work authorization and reside in the United States within the Central or Eastern time zones.
We will be recording a webinar hosted by Hannah Surowinski, Sr. Associate Director of Global Corporate Relations, and another member of the Global Corporate Relations team. You can submit any questions you would like answered regarding the role and The Humane League via this form . Please submit any questions by 5 pm EST on Tuesday, April 30th. The webinar will be available to watch on our careers page job posting by Friday, May 3rd.
This position will close on Friday, May 10th, 2024 at 1:00pm PDT/2:00pm MDT/3:00pm CDT/4:00pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted; if you are experiencing technical issues, please contact careers@thehumaneleague.org prior to the deadline. Please submit applications and all supporting documents in English.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Work with major multinational food companies to advance welfare for animals within their supply chains. Currently, this work is focused on holding companies accountable for fulfilling their cage-free egg commitments.
Build and maintain relationships with corporate executives at food companies. This includes email communication as well as virtual and in-person meetings.
Engage in high-pressure negotiations with executives, with the primary purpose of influencing food companies to commit to animal welfare policies. Act as the lead on negotiations for OWA global campaigns.
Conduct research on global food companies and maintain data within the team’s CRM, Salesforce.
Hold food companies accountable for meeting their commitment deadlines. Establish check-ins with companies, ensuring they disclose progress on their commitments.
Collaborate with team members intra- and inter-departmentally on campaign targets, strategy, research, commitments, and actions.
Collaborate closely with OWA member groups and other relevant organizations on corporate outreach and campaign targets.
Work closely with other members of THL’s Global Corporate Engagement team to advise on corporate relations strategy and goals.
Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Tenacity and comfort with high-pressure situations: You display confidence, relentlessness, and solid problem-solving skills, especially in confrontational or particularly difficult situations and interactions. You are not easily discouraged; when faced with a setback, you reflect on lessons learned, apply them, and try a new approach.
Strategic thinking and acuity: You are quick and calculated in your thinking and decision-making in both high-stakes situations and broader strategy discussions. You are able to identify and evaluate short- and long-term impacts when making decisions, utilizing discretion and independent judgment.
Collaboration and relationship-building: Although this position is highly independent, the success of this role relies on your ability to work cooperatively and collaborate with team members, as well as other organizations and stakeholders. You have excellent interpersonal skills and are able to build and maintain effective working relationships, including with corporate executives.
Organization: You are able to manage multiple projects and tasks with the extensive use of platforms like Google Workspace, Slack, Salesforce, and Asana. You use time management and attention to detail to plan, prioritize, and complete your work. You are able to work to tight deadlines and plan ahead to organize your work and meetings with companies.
Persuasive communication: You have excellent written and verbal communication skills and are able to communicate effectively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders. You convey THL’s message confidently and persuasively in both written and oral formats, including emails, presentations, and high-pressure meetings with corporate executives.
Research: This position involves conducting thorough research on food companies and their executives. You are adept at using online resources to gather information, and you bring a sense of curiosity, creativity, and persistence to finding details that may be difficult to locate.
Global mindset: You approach your work with a global perspective, prioritizing global impact and taking regional and cultural nuances into consideration. You are able to work effectively with coalition partners and corporate executives across a variety of linguistic backgrounds.
Apply here
Once your application has been reviewed, you will be notified via email with further details on the status of your application. If a candidate is moved forward, the interview process will be as follows:
Phone Interview (via phone call)
Work Simulation Exercise (completed remotely)
First Interview (via video call)
Final Interview (via video call)
Reference Check
For full details of our recruitment process please review this document .
Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this role is $67,130 - $82,048 USD. At The Humane League, we believe in maintaining a fair and equitable work environment for all employees. As part of our commitment to transparency and equity, we recently implemented a job architecture framework, which levels all of our roles according to size and complexity, as well as a compensation step system, which allows us to account for an individual's total years of related experience when determining their compensation. In addition, we have adopted a no negotiation policy for salaries. To determine a job's level, we carefully consider a variety of factors, including a job's size and complexity, required experience, knowledge, and/or skills, internal comparability, and market data. To determine final compensation, experience will be measured by considering prior work in jobs or activities that are related to the role at THL. These new practices are aligned with our organizational values and will help us ensure we maintain clear, consistent, transparent, and equitable HR processes.
Employees enjoy full medical coverage, optional dental and vision packages, a 401(k) retirement plan, pet care & Rx discount plans, working from home, up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for eligible employees, paid holidays, flexible vacation time, professional development, and the supportive environment at The Humane League!
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Humane League is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with laws and in furtherance of our commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.
Accommodations
The Humane League is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. We trust individuals to self-identify and ask for the accommodations they need. An example of an accommodation might be extra time to complete a work simulation exercise, among many others. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please complete this form to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
AI Policy
We value original work and thought in the application process; with that being said, please refrain from using artificial intelligence to generate your responses. By submitting this application you agree to comply with this. Violations of this policy may result in being dismissed from the hiring process. If you need a reasonable accommodation to this policy, please see above for more information.
THE ROLE:
NextGen America is seeking passionate and hardworking candidates to join our youth organizing program in Michigan, working to engage young people in electoral politics by registering thousands of young people to vote across the state. NextGen is committed to engaging young people in Michigan in the political process and increasing participation among 18-35 year olds. This role will be focused on organizing in one of several regions in Michigan as part of this ambitious effort.
In Michigan, this effort will focus on organizing young people on campuses and the surrounding communities to bring progressive change to government through voting. Our work will engage young people in voter registration efforts, volunteer recruitment, and pledging young people to vote. Organizers need to be comfortable and confident in: mobilizing their own community, growing their network to include new volunteers to train, and motivating community leaders to help register and mobilize their own networks. Organizers are directly responsible for managing a team of volunteers in their region to hit weekly and phase metric goals.
This role will be based in East Lansing and reports to the Organizing Director in Michigan .
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Remote Position: No
Union Position: Yes
Travel Requirements: 20-25% outside of assigned turf
End Date: 11/15/2024
WHAT YOU’LL ACHIEVE:
Recruit and train organizers to organize effectively and efficiently on their campuses and in their communities
In-person organizing, including voter and community engagement at voter homes, businesses, campuses and NextGen-sponsored events
Manage organizers to hit their goals
Recruit and manage volunteers as necessary
Promote and execute events worthy of press and media
Develop relationships and partnerships with local community, student groups, and campus administrations in order to hit goals
Execute campaign plans and effective organizing tactics including traditional grassroots voter contact, creative earned media actions, digital organizing tactics, event planning and turnout
Meet all data and field reporting deadlines
Perform other dues as assigned
REQUIRED SCHEDULE & AVAILABILITY:
This role has a structured schedule as defined in the collective bargaining agreement between represented field staff and NextGen. As with most jobs in field organizing, the schedule for this role will fluctuate based on the time of year. This position is a full time exempt position and the hours here are general expectations for what the time requirement will be to effectively complete your responsibilities. Applicants must have the willingness and ability to work the following schedule:
A work schedule consisting of approximately 8-10 hours per day, 5 days per week
General availability to work weekends and irregular hours
A high capacity work schedule during designated events (For example: campus welcome weeks, the weeks leading up to voter registration deadlines) consisting of approximately 10-12 hours per day, 6 days per week
A work schedule consisting of up to 12 hours per day, 7 days per week for the 14 days leading up to the General Election (on even years only)
ABOUT YOU:
Experience organizing and managing organizer and volunteers
Driven with a strong work ethic
Weekend and irregular work hours required
Ability to adapt to evolving priorities and manage several tasks simultaneously
Very well organized; excellent written, verbal and presentation communications skills
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with colleagues and outside organizations and multi-task without sacrificing quality of work
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Ability to foster a cooperative, team-oriented work environment
Experience working with VAN or Votebuilder
Experience with electoral organizing
Experience organizing in communities of color
Bonus points for:
Previous student, youth, or campus organizing experience
Experience with EveryAction
Prior training in anti-oppression, equity and inclusion organizing
SALARY INFORMATION:
Salary of $5,695.00/month plus a comprehensive benefits package. This salary is non-negotiable per Campaign Workers Guild (Union) and NextGen America’s collective bargaining agreement.
BENEFITS:
Our comprehensive benefits package plays an essential part in how we recognize you for your critical contribution toward our organization’s mission.
Taking Care of Your Future:
Medical, dental and vision insurance: 100% coverage for you and for your dependents
Short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance
401(k) plan - we’ll match 100% up to 4% of your salary
Setting You Up for Success:
$150 per month to use toward your cell phone and internet costs
$100 per month to use toward your personal health and wellness goals
Flexible spending account for dependent care
Prioritizing Your Work/Life Balance:
Generous PTO and leave policies
18 paid organization-wide holidays
ABOUT NEXTGEN AMERICA:
NextGen America is the leading national organization for engaging young people through voter education, registration and mobilization. We invite 18-to-35 year olds — the largest and most diverse generation in American history — into our democracy to ensure our government works for them and to find new solutions to the dire challenges facing our society and the world. Since 2013, NextGen America has registered more than 1.4 million young voters and educated many millions more.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage people of diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. We value and are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion as an organization--in theory and in practice, and our culture reflects that value and commitment. We are committed to furthering issues like climate change, health care, and immigration from a progressive perspective, and we seek to engage the public in these areas as well as others. We also recognize the urgency of confronting institutional racism and inequity within our political system and strive to make positive changes within our system as a result.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
THE ROLE:
NextGen America is seeking passionate and hardworking candidates to join our youth organizing program in Michigan, working to engage young people in electoral politics by registering thousands of young people to vote across the state. NextGen is committed to engaging young people in Michigan in the political process and increasing participation among 18-35 year olds. This role will be focused on organizing in one of several regions in Michigan as part of this ambitious effort.
In Michigan, this effort will focus on organizing young people on campuses and the surrounding communities to bring progressive change to government through voting. Our work will engage young people in voter registration efforts, volunteer recruitment, and pledging young people to vote. Organizers need to be comfortable and confident in: mobilizing their own community, growing their network to include new volunteers to train, and motivating community leaders to help register and mobilize their own networks. Organizers are directly responsible for managing a team of volunteers in their region to hit weekly and phase metric goals.
This role will be based in East Lansing and reports to the Organizing Director in Michigan .
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Remote Position: No
Union Position: Yes
Travel Requirements: 20-25% outside of assigned turf
End Date: 11/15/2024
WHAT YOU’LL ACHIEVE:
Recruit and train organizers to organize effectively and efficiently on their campuses and in their communities
In-person organizing, including voter and community engagement at voter homes, businesses, campuses and NextGen-sponsored events
Manage organizers to hit their goals
Recruit and manage volunteers as necessary
Promote and execute events worthy of press and media
Develop relationships and partnerships with local community, student groups, and campus administrations in order to hit goals
Execute campaign plans and effective organizing tactics including traditional grassroots voter contact, creative earned media actions, digital organizing tactics, event planning and turnout
Meet all data and field reporting deadlines
Perform other dues as assigned
REQUIRED SCHEDULE & AVAILABILITY:
This role has a structured schedule as defined in the collective bargaining agreement between represented field staff and NextGen. As with most jobs in field organizing, the schedule for this role will fluctuate based on the time of year. This position is a full time exempt position and the hours here are general expectations for what the time requirement will be to effectively complete your responsibilities. Applicants must have the willingness and ability to work the following schedule:
A work schedule consisting of approximately 8-10 hours per day, 5 days per week
General availability to work weekends and irregular hours
A high capacity work schedule during designated events (For example: campus welcome weeks, the weeks leading up to voter registration deadlines) consisting of approximately 10-12 hours per day, 6 days per week
A work schedule consisting of up to 12 hours per day, 7 days per week for the 14 days leading up to the General Election (on even years only)
ABOUT YOU:
Experience organizing and managing organizer and volunteers
Driven with a strong work ethic
Weekend and irregular work hours required
Ability to adapt to evolving priorities and manage several tasks simultaneously
Very well organized; excellent written, verbal and presentation communications skills
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with colleagues and outside organizations and multi-task without sacrificing quality of work
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Ability to foster a cooperative, team-oriented work environment
Experience working with VAN or Votebuilder
Experience with electoral organizing
Experience organizing in communities of color
Bonus points for:
Previous student, youth, or campus organizing experience
Experience with EveryAction
Prior training in anti-oppression, equity and inclusion organizing
SALARY INFORMATION:
Salary of $5,695.00/month plus a comprehensive benefits package. This salary is non-negotiable per Campaign Workers Guild (Union) and NextGen America’s collective bargaining agreement.
BENEFITS:
Our comprehensive benefits package plays an essential part in how we recognize you for your critical contribution toward our organization’s mission.
Taking Care of Your Future:
Medical, dental and vision insurance: 100% coverage for you and for your dependents
Short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance
401(k) plan - we’ll match 100% up to 4% of your salary
Setting You Up for Success:
$150 per month to use toward your cell phone and internet costs
$100 per month to use toward your personal health and wellness goals
Flexible spending account for dependent care
Prioritizing Your Work/Life Balance:
Generous PTO and leave policies
18 paid organization-wide holidays
ABOUT NEXTGEN AMERICA:
NextGen America is the leading national organization for engaging young people through voter education, registration and mobilization. We invite 18-to-35 year olds — the largest and most diverse generation in American history — into our democracy to ensure our government works for them and to find new solutions to the dire challenges facing our society and the world. Since 2013, NextGen America has registered more than 1.4 million young voters and educated many millions more.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage people of diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. We value and are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion as an organization--in theory and in practice, and our culture reflects that value and commitment. We are committed to furthering issues like climate change, health care, and immigration from a progressive perspective, and we seek to engage the public in these areas as well as others. We also recognize the urgency of confronting institutional racism and inequity within our political system and strive to make positive changes within our system as a result.
Position Summary:
The enrollment specialist (ES) is responsible for the recruitment and enrollment, and ensuring children and families integrate into the Hope House Colorado Early Learning Center (ELC). The ES is responsible for the tracking of the on-site Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) and Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP). This position will manage all children's health statuses and files to ensure licensure compliance. The ES will work closely with the operations & finance team around ELC parent tuition and ELC finance processes. Looking to hire in July for an August 19th first day of school.
What you will be doing:
Responsible for recruitment and enrollment of children in the ELC
Facilitate the initial enrollment of children in the ELC by handling inquiries, providing information, giving tours, processing initial applications and completing all required enrollment forms
In partnership with the business manager, ensure tuition payments are received from staff and teen moms (CCCAP parent portion), as well as other funding streams accepted by the ELC to include summer camp, and private pay for children of HHC staff
Coordinate family resources, engagement and learning opportunities at the ELC; and ensure quality as outlined in Colorado Shines
Maintain each student file and ensure that health records are up-to-date
Work with business manager to ensure county CCCAP financial agreements are kept up to date
Ensure all children are signed in and out in Early Learning Ventures each day, track late arrivals/early pickups, ensure parents enter any missed punches within 48 hours
Responsible for maintaining compliance with CACFP administrative requirements
Work with kitchen manager to maintain compliance with CACFP
Collect, maintain and ensure accuracy of weekly ROMS from classroom teachers and weekly/monthly menus from kitchen manager
Promoting Hope House Colorado’s Core Values throughout the organization and external relationships
We want to hear from you if …
You have experience in early childhood setting serving infants, toddlers and/or preschoolers (required)
You are familiar with ELC licensing regulations (preferred)
You are Large Center Director Qualification (preferred) or willing to work toward obtaining
You have experience or knowledge with the CACFP and CCCAP (preferred)
You have previous professional financial experience to include managing accounts payable and receivable (preferred)
Who we are:
Hope House Colorado is committed to empowering teen moms, changing the future for two generations! We are a future-thinking organization, striving to be experts in our field. We invest in each employee, providing opportunities to pursue individual passions, gifts and strengths. Our staff is a unified team, pursuing excellence in all we do. We serve with integrity, humility and respect for one another, in an environment that combines professionalism with fun, humor and even a little bit of silliness each day!
Hope House Early Learning Center Educational Philosophy:
In support of our mission and vision, the Hope House Early Learning Center believes all children are a gift from God and are created in His image. This belief is at the heart of our philosophy and desire to nurture the whole child in a play-based learning environment that is a fun, engaging, and nurturing place of belonging for children of Hope House teen moms and staff, ranging in ages from 6 weeks to 5 years old. We believe that learning is best supported when built on a strong social-emotional foundation in an environment where children feel seen, heard, loved, and valued and ultimately free to be who God created them to be. We believe in a family centered approach, working in partnership with families to help children build a strong, secure, social-emotional foundation allowing them to realize their full potential. Salary Range:
$44,000 - $52,000
Benefits:
Employees who are regularly scheduled to work 24 hours per week or more are eligible for the below benefits
Health Benefits : Employees may elect medical, dental, vision & life insurance plans.
Simple IRA : Employees may choose to make salary reduction contributions through HHC’s Simple IRA plan and HHC will match the employee’s contribution up to a maximum of 3% of the employee’s annual salary.
Vacation : Upon hire, employees earn 4.62 hours of vacation per paycheck up to 120 hours (3 weeks) in a year. Accruals are adjusted to increase vacation earned per hours worked based on length of employment with HHC.
Holidays : HHC observes twelve (12) holidays throughout the year. Salaried employees are paid for these holidays according to the nationally recognized observation day for each holiday. In addition, salaried employees are currently gifted the week of Christmas off, to be scheduled at the discretion of their supervisor.
Sick Leave : HHC provides eligible employees with Paid Sick and Safe Leave (PSSL) and Public Health Emergency Leave (PHEL) in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA).
Mental Health Days: Employees are given two (2) mental health days per year to use at their discretion.
Job Application Deadline:
May 10, 2024
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Position Summary:
The enrollment specialist (ES) is responsible for the recruitment and enrollment, and ensuring children and families integrate into the Hope House Colorado Early Learning Center (ELC). The ES is responsible for the tracking of the on-site Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) and Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP). This position will manage all children's health statuses and files to ensure licensure compliance. The ES will work closely with the operations & finance team around ELC parent tuition and ELC finance processes. Looking to hire in July for an August 19th first day of school.
What you will be doing:
Responsible for recruitment and enrollment of children in the ELC
Facilitate the initial enrollment of children in the ELC by handling inquiries, providing information, giving tours, processing initial applications and completing all required enrollment forms
In partnership with the business manager, ensure tuition payments are received from staff and teen moms (CCCAP parent portion), as well as other funding streams accepted by the ELC to include summer camp, and private pay for children of HHC staff
Coordinate family resources, engagement and learning opportunities at the ELC; and ensure quality as outlined in Colorado Shines
Maintain each student file and ensure that health records are up-to-date
Work with business manager to ensure county CCCAP financial agreements are kept up to date
Ensure all children are signed in and out in Early Learning Ventures each day, track late arrivals/early pickups, ensure parents enter any missed punches within 48 hours
Responsible for maintaining compliance with CACFP administrative requirements
Work with kitchen manager to maintain compliance with CACFP
Collect, maintain and ensure accuracy of weekly ROMS from classroom teachers and weekly/monthly menus from kitchen manager
Promoting Hope House Colorado’s Core Values throughout the organization and external relationships
We want to hear from you if …
You have experience in early childhood setting serving infants, toddlers and/or preschoolers (required)
You are familiar with ELC licensing regulations (preferred)
You are Large Center Director Qualification (preferred) or willing to work toward obtaining
You have experience or knowledge with the CACFP and CCCAP (preferred)
You have previous professional financial experience to include managing accounts payable and receivable (preferred)
Who we are:
Hope House Colorado is committed to empowering teen moms, changing the future for two generations! We are a future-thinking organization, striving to be experts in our field. We invest in each employee, providing opportunities to pursue individual passions, gifts and strengths. Our staff is a unified team, pursuing excellence in all we do. We serve with integrity, humility and respect for one another, in an environment that combines professionalism with fun, humor and even a little bit of silliness each day!
Hope House Early Learning Center Educational Philosophy:
In support of our mission and vision, the Hope House Early Learning Center believes all children are a gift from God and are created in His image. This belief is at the heart of our philosophy and desire to nurture the whole child in a play-based learning environment that is a fun, engaging, and nurturing place of belonging for children of Hope House teen moms and staff, ranging in ages from 6 weeks to 5 years old. We believe that learning is best supported when built on a strong social-emotional foundation in an environment where children feel seen, heard, loved, and valued and ultimately free to be who God created them to be. We believe in a family centered approach, working in partnership with families to help children build a strong, secure, social-emotional foundation allowing them to realize their full potential. Salary Range:
$44,000 - $52,000
Benefits:
Employees who are regularly scheduled to work 24 hours per week or more are eligible for the below benefits
Health Benefits : Employees may elect medical, dental, vision & life insurance plans.
Simple IRA : Employees may choose to make salary reduction contributions through HHC’s Simple IRA plan and HHC will match the employee’s contribution up to a maximum of 3% of the employee’s annual salary.
Vacation : Upon hire, employees earn 4.62 hours of vacation per paycheck up to 120 hours (3 weeks) in a year. Accruals are adjusted to increase vacation earned per hours worked based on length of employment with HHC.
Holidays : HHC observes twelve (12) holidays throughout the year. Salaried employees are paid for these holidays according to the nationally recognized observation day for each holiday. In addition, salaried employees are currently gifted the week of Christmas off, to be scheduled at the discretion of their supervisor.
Sick Leave : HHC provides eligible employees with Paid Sick and Safe Leave (PSSL) and Public Health Emergency Leave (PHEL) in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA).
Mental Health Days: Employees are given two (2) mental health days per year to use at their discretion.
Job Application Deadline:
May 10, 2024
Conservation Voters of Pennsylvania
Bucks County, Pennsylvania
Conservation Voters of PA is the statewide political voice for the environment. We elect environmentally responsible candidates to state and local offices, advocate for strong environmental policies, and hold our elected officials accountable to safeguard the health of our communities, the beauty of our state, and the strength of our economy.
Position : Our Bucks County Civic Engagement Coordinator is primarily responsible for building a sustainable volunteer advocacy program and managing local partnerships in Bucks County. The Coordinator will report to the Director of Civic Engagement and will serve as the principal point of contact for local candidates, activists, volunteers, partner organizations, and elected officials. The Coordinator’s work will include working to elect environmental champions, drive local policy changes, connect local environmental partners to advocacy support, partnerships, and recruiting and training volunteer environmental and pro-democracy advocates. The Bucks County Civic Engagement Coordinator will be responsible for lifting up the work of BIPOC allies and organizations in their region and ensuring that issues important to the communities most impacted by climate change and pollution are centered in their work.
Conservation Voters of PA shares a strategic partnership with the environmental advocacy organization PennFuture, and this position will conduct work for them from time to time.
Job Duties:
Community Building
Manage regional volunteer recruitment and engagement to advance environmental and pro-democracy policy goals.
Represent CVPA with local environmental, watershed, and activist groups.
Identify ways to use CVPA resources to support the work of local environmental and activist groups, particularly BIPOC led and serving groups.
Utilize those relationships to expand CVPA’s visibility in the region, to build political power, and to win environmental fights
Implement grassroots tactics to engage prospective volunteers and help to transition them into volunteer leaders
Center equity and justice while carrying out regionalized civic engagement work
Mobilize and train volunteer advocates in key legislative districts.
Become a leader in local coalitions, begin new coalitions and advocacy, and advocate for diverse representation in all groups
Political
Build relationships with local candidates and elected officials in their region, from municipal and local to state legislative office holders.
Identify races and potential appointments in which an endorsement or political advocacy work could have a positive environmental and political impact, with a particular emphasis on electing more women and BIPOC candidates who better represent the electorate.
Manage political activities (canvass operations, mail, digital) related to winning campaigns at any level of elected office in the region
Policy
Develop working knowledge of local township and county-level environmental policy issues; cultivate experts in policy issues to supplement that knowledge.
Develop an ongoing list of local policy priorities to use in candidate questionnaires and for accountability work.
Communications
Build relationships with local reporters and influencers.
Work with digital staff to use email lists and social media tools in their region, and connect Delaware River Watershed partner organizations to available digital tools and services.
Monitor and update local social presence and engage with local groups, activists and candidates.
Work with Director of Civic Engagement and other Senior Staff to develop action alerts and press releases as needed based on issues related to the region
Fundraising
Identify prospective top-tier donors among the volunteer pool to introduce to appropriate staff.
Collaborate with appropriate staff on grant reports and renewals as needed.
The following skills are requirements are necessary for the successful applicant:
Strong commitment to CVPA’s mission.
Minimum 1-3 years of relevant experience, including civic engagement work, community organizing, political campaign work, or issue advocacy campaigning.
Demonstrated ability to communicate and connect with people.
Demonstrated commitment to racial justice and equity.
Collaborative spirit. Must be a dependable team player.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Excellent personal organization and time management skills.
Ability to travel and maintain a flexible work schedule; willing to work some evenings and/or weekends, as needed
Compensation: $45,500. A robust benefits plan includes medical and dental coverage; 401K with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; parental leave; life insurance; and short- and long-term disability coverage.
Position Requirements: This is a full-time, remote position based in Bucks County; and the candidate will be required to reside there. Evening and weekend hours are required, along with significant travel throughout the region. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and reliable access to transportation. Reimbursement for mileage and/or required travel-related expenses will be reimbursed pursuant to CVPA policy and as required by applicable law.
Submissions : Please submit your cover letter, resume, and contact information for two references to jobs@conservationpa.org. Please write “CIVIC ENGAGEMENT COORDINATOR” in the subject line. Phone calls will not be accepted. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Conservation Voters of PA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a just, equitable, and inclusive workplace, and encourages people from all backgrounds to apply. CVPA celebrates diversity and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; religion; national origin; ancestry; citizenship status; disability; association or relationship with a person with a disability; use of a guide or support animal because of the blindness, deafness or physical handicap of the user or because the user is a handler or trainer of support or guide animals; familial status; veteran status; pregnancy or related condition; having a GED rather than a high school diploma; or any other basis protected by law. CVPA’s hiring and employment decisions are based solely on merit, qualifications, and business needs.
Mar 20, 2024
Full time
Conservation Voters of PA is the statewide political voice for the environment. We elect environmentally responsible candidates to state and local offices, advocate for strong environmental policies, and hold our elected officials accountable to safeguard the health of our communities, the beauty of our state, and the strength of our economy.
Position : Our Bucks County Civic Engagement Coordinator is primarily responsible for building a sustainable volunteer advocacy program and managing local partnerships in Bucks County. The Coordinator will report to the Director of Civic Engagement and will serve as the principal point of contact for local candidates, activists, volunteers, partner organizations, and elected officials. The Coordinator’s work will include working to elect environmental champions, drive local policy changes, connect local environmental partners to advocacy support, partnerships, and recruiting and training volunteer environmental and pro-democracy advocates. The Bucks County Civic Engagement Coordinator will be responsible for lifting up the work of BIPOC allies and organizations in their region and ensuring that issues important to the communities most impacted by climate change and pollution are centered in their work.
Conservation Voters of PA shares a strategic partnership with the environmental advocacy organization PennFuture, and this position will conduct work for them from time to time.
Job Duties:
Community Building
Manage regional volunteer recruitment and engagement to advance environmental and pro-democracy policy goals.
Represent CVPA with local environmental, watershed, and activist groups.
Identify ways to use CVPA resources to support the work of local environmental and activist groups, particularly BIPOC led and serving groups.
Utilize those relationships to expand CVPA’s visibility in the region, to build political power, and to win environmental fights
Implement grassroots tactics to engage prospective volunteers and help to transition them into volunteer leaders
Center equity and justice while carrying out regionalized civic engagement work
Mobilize and train volunteer advocates in key legislative districts.
Become a leader in local coalitions, begin new coalitions and advocacy, and advocate for diverse representation in all groups
Political
Build relationships with local candidates and elected officials in their region, from municipal and local to state legislative office holders.
Identify races and potential appointments in which an endorsement or political advocacy work could have a positive environmental and political impact, with a particular emphasis on electing more women and BIPOC candidates who better represent the electorate.
Manage political activities (canvass operations, mail, digital) related to winning campaigns at any level of elected office in the region
Policy
Develop working knowledge of local township and county-level environmental policy issues; cultivate experts in policy issues to supplement that knowledge.
Develop an ongoing list of local policy priorities to use in candidate questionnaires and for accountability work.
Communications
Build relationships with local reporters and influencers.
Work with digital staff to use email lists and social media tools in their region, and connect Delaware River Watershed partner organizations to available digital tools and services.
Monitor and update local social presence and engage with local groups, activists and candidates.
Work with Director of Civic Engagement and other Senior Staff to develop action alerts and press releases as needed based on issues related to the region
Fundraising
Identify prospective top-tier donors among the volunteer pool to introduce to appropriate staff.
Collaborate with appropriate staff on grant reports and renewals as needed.
The following skills are requirements are necessary for the successful applicant:
Strong commitment to CVPA’s mission.
Minimum 1-3 years of relevant experience, including civic engagement work, community organizing, political campaign work, or issue advocacy campaigning.
Demonstrated ability to communicate and connect with people.
Demonstrated commitment to racial justice and equity.
Collaborative spirit. Must be a dependable team player.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Excellent personal organization and time management skills.
Ability to travel and maintain a flexible work schedule; willing to work some evenings and/or weekends, as needed
Compensation: $45,500. A robust benefits plan includes medical and dental coverage; 401K with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; parental leave; life insurance; and short- and long-term disability coverage.
Position Requirements: This is a full-time, remote position based in Bucks County; and the candidate will be required to reside there. Evening and weekend hours are required, along with significant travel throughout the region. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and reliable access to transportation. Reimbursement for mileage and/or required travel-related expenses will be reimbursed pursuant to CVPA policy and as required by applicable law.
Submissions : Please submit your cover letter, resume, and contact information for two references to jobs@conservationpa.org. Please write “CIVIC ENGAGEMENT COORDINATOR” in the subject line. Phone calls will not be accepted. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Conservation Voters of PA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a just, equitable, and inclusive workplace, and encourages people from all backgrounds to apply. CVPA celebrates diversity and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; religion; national origin; ancestry; citizenship status; disability; association or relationship with a person with a disability; use of a guide or support animal because of the blindness, deafness or physical handicap of the user or because the user is a handler or trainer of support or guide animals; familial status; veteran status; pregnancy or related condition; having a GED rather than a high school diploma; or any other basis protected by law. CVPA’s hiring and employment decisions are based solely on merit, qualifications, and business needs.
GSCO celebrates diversity and values the strengths that come with having a diverse community. People from historically marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Girl Scouts of Colorado offers amazing opportunities for talented, forward-thinking, innovative individuals who share our vision of helping girls and young women change the world for the better.
Girl Scouts has been equipping girls to achieve their full potential more than 100 years-and today, Girl Scouts stands as the preeminent leadership development organization for girls, with 2.5 million members across the nation and around the globe.
At Girl Scouts of Colorado, we serve more than 20,000 members and we believe all girls should have the opportunity to reach their full potential and all girls have the power to change the world.
Here's your opportunity to enhance your career while making a difference in girls' lives and in the world!
You will be joining a supportive and flexible work environment with team members who work together to champion girl ambition. We are on a mission to build girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. The right candidate won't just be promoting a program. Their work will impact and change future generations!
What is a Community Connections Director?
The Community Connections Director develops and oversees the delivery of community engagement and alternative program delivery models intended to engage diverse and underrepresented communities. This position serves as a champion for and key contributor to driving membership-focused diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. The Community Connections Director supervises a team of Program Specialists who directly facilitate community-based programs and execute innovative programs to support member engagement. This position contributes to the achievement of statewide membership goals and is accountable to membership cultivation key performance indicators in underrepresented communities.
**It is desired that the Community Connections Director resides within (or very close proximity to) Metro Denver, Colorado, USA.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Community Development and Engagement
With the support of the Chief Membership & Program Officer, create an annual needs-based, data-driven comprehensive outreach and recruitment plan with measurable goals.
Design, develop, and implement innovative programs and delivery models to reach underrepresented populations.
Provide leadership and supervision to a team of Program Specialists in the delivery of community-based programs and alternative program delivery models. Supervisory responsibilities include hiring, coaching, development, and performance management functions.
Create community awareness and Girl Scout visibility through community involvement and engagement (i.e. youth coalitions, local partnerships and events geared towards underrepresented communities). Cultivate relationships with relevant community leaders, organizations, and businesses.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Strategy and Practices
Provides strategic oversight and champions efforts related to membership DEI goals.
Assesses organizational membership initiatives and makes actionable recommendations for improvement and areas of growth in DEI.
Contributes to the development and delivery of DEI-focused trainings for volunteers and community and member-facing staff roles.
Develops and manages team budgets.
Works in partnership with other operational and organizational functions to support organizational mission, goals, and strategic priorities. Aligns objectives and plans with other council initiatives and projects and represents membership DEI initiatives and alternative program delivery models on the management team.
Performs other duties as necessary or assigned.
PRIMARY CROSS-FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Collaborates with other council teams including marketing, fund development, volunteer support, membership acquisition, and program to ensure the effective implementation of organizational DEI initiatives and alternative program delivery models.
Ensure compliance with GSCO policies and operational guidelines.
In accordance with the philosophy of Girl Scouts of Colorado, the person filling this position may occasionally be required to carry out or assist with other tasks in addition to the duties listed on this job description.
Support the efforts and commitments of Girl Scouts of Colorado in pluralism and diversity throughout the organization and within each community served.
Embrace diversity and inclusiveness by contributing to positive relationships between diverse racial, ethnic, and social groups in the Council as a whole and between employees and volunteers.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education and/or Formal Training
Bachelor's degree in relevant field or equivalent experience and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in diversity and inclusion programs, community organizing, nonprofit management or related programs; or an equivalent combination of skills and experience.
Experience
Experience working with diverse populations, with demonstrated personal and professional commitment to pluralism.
Experience in community organizing, outreach, and engagement preferred.
Supervisory experience required.
Experience leading or teaching in a virtual environment preferred.
Demonstrated success with project management working cross-functionally and working in a regional or statewide manner.
Demonstrated experience managing and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to build trust and strong partnerships across various functions and levels.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent skills planning and leading cross-functional projects, including proven success in project management and in a collaborative, team environment.
Possesses a thorough understanding of community outreach and DEI principles and practices.
Ability to be a people leader and organizer.
Analytical thinker and ability to solve problems by providing practical solutions.
Ability to effectively and professionally present information and respond to questions from internal GSCO staff and external GSCO audience including staff, volunteers, Girl Scouts, parents, and the community.
Strong motivational, organizational, detail orientated and problem-solving skills.
Ability to make a work plan autonomously, track task responsibilities, and implement work plan.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines, both administrative and programmatic, and to multitask and prioritize.
Must have the ability to work with and retain sensitive and/or confidential information while understanding and ensuring that it is only shared with those who are privy to such information.
Must possess the ability to communicate effectively with employees, volunteers, customers, and vendors verbally and nonverbally both in person and in writing.
Additional Requirements
Must be at least 21 years of age, with 5 years of driving experience.
Must possess a valid and current license to operate a standard motor vehicle.
Must pass all required background & motor vehicle record checks acceptable to GSCO standards.
Must be fluent in speaking, reading, & writing English.
Desired to be fluent in speaking, reading, & writing Spanish.
Salary
This position pays a range of $70,000-$85,000 per year plus benefits (including mileage reimbursement)
Benefits
403(b) Retirement Plan - GSCO matches 100% of employee contribution up to 2% of pay.
Health Insurance
PPO: 94% Employer Paid Premium for Employee Only Coverage
HDHP: 100% Employer Paid Premium for Employee Only Coverage
Dental Insurance (68% Employer Paid for Employee Coverage)
Vision Insurance
Short Term Disability - 100% Employer Paid
Long Term Disability - 100% Employer Paid
Life Insurance - fully paid by GSCO, 2x annual salary*
Accidental Death and Dismemberment - fully paid by GSCO, 2x annual salary*
Optional Supplemental Life Insurance (Employee/Spouse/Children)- Employee paid - for additional employee coverage and dependents.
Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care)
Health Savings Account (GSCO contributes up to $500/year)
Employee Assistance Program - 100% Employer Paid
Headspace (Employer Paid)
ZayZoon Pay Advances
Vacation - Employees accrue 10 vacation days per year.
Sick Leave - Employees earn one day per month.
Holidays - 10 scheduled holidays per year
Office Closures - 4 Weeks of Paid Office Closures (Week of Independence Day; Thanksgiving Week; Winter Holiday 2 weeks)
This position may have the ability to work a remote/flex hybrid schedule.
We encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities. Our workplace is inclusive, and we strive to create an accessible and accommodating environment for all employees. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations regarding accommodations for disabilities, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you are invited to interview and require accommodations, please inform us in advance so that we can make the necessary arrangements to ensure a smooth and accessible interview experience. If you have questions about accessibility or need assistance with the application process, please contact Human Resources at careers@gscolorado.org or 877-404-5708. We are here to help.
Girl Scouts of Colorado celebrates diversity and values the strengths that come with having a diverse community. People from historically marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Girl Scouts of Colorado (GSCO) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: GSCO is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at GSCO are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations where we operate. GSCO will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
Feb 29, 2024
Full time
GSCO celebrates diversity and values the strengths that come with having a diverse community. People from historically marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Girl Scouts of Colorado offers amazing opportunities for talented, forward-thinking, innovative individuals who share our vision of helping girls and young women change the world for the better.
Girl Scouts has been equipping girls to achieve their full potential more than 100 years-and today, Girl Scouts stands as the preeminent leadership development organization for girls, with 2.5 million members across the nation and around the globe.
At Girl Scouts of Colorado, we serve more than 20,000 members and we believe all girls should have the opportunity to reach their full potential and all girls have the power to change the world.
Here's your opportunity to enhance your career while making a difference in girls' lives and in the world!
You will be joining a supportive and flexible work environment with team members who work together to champion girl ambition. We are on a mission to build girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. The right candidate won't just be promoting a program. Their work will impact and change future generations!
What is a Community Connections Director?
The Community Connections Director develops and oversees the delivery of community engagement and alternative program delivery models intended to engage diverse and underrepresented communities. This position serves as a champion for and key contributor to driving membership-focused diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. The Community Connections Director supervises a team of Program Specialists who directly facilitate community-based programs and execute innovative programs to support member engagement. This position contributes to the achievement of statewide membership goals and is accountable to membership cultivation key performance indicators in underrepresented communities.
**It is desired that the Community Connections Director resides within (or very close proximity to) Metro Denver, Colorado, USA.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Community Development and Engagement
With the support of the Chief Membership & Program Officer, create an annual needs-based, data-driven comprehensive outreach and recruitment plan with measurable goals.
Design, develop, and implement innovative programs and delivery models to reach underrepresented populations.
Provide leadership and supervision to a team of Program Specialists in the delivery of community-based programs and alternative program delivery models. Supervisory responsibilities include hiring, coaching, development, and performance management functions.
Create community awareness and Girl Scout visibility through community involvement and engagement (i.e. youth coalitions, local partnerships and events geared towards underrepresented communities). Cultivate relationships with relevant community leaders, organizations, and businesses.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Strategy and Practices
Provides strategic oversight and champions efforts related to membership DEI goals.
Assesses organizational membership initiatives and makes actionable recommendations for improvement and areas of growth in DEI.
Contributes to the development and delivery of DEI-focused trainings for volunteers and community and member-facing staff roles.
Develops and manages team budgets.
Works in partnership with other operational and organizational functions to support organizational mission, goals, and strategic priorities. Aligns objectives and plans with other council initiatives and projects and represents membership DEI initiatives and alternative program delivery models on the management team.
Performs other duties as necessary or assigned.
PRIMARY CROSS-FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Collaborates with other council teams including marketing, fund development, volunteer support, membership acquisition, and program to ensure the effective implementation of organizational DEI initiatives and alternative program delivery models.
Ensure compliance with GSCO policies and operational guidelines.
In accordance with the philosophy of Girl Scouts of Colorado, the person filling this position may occasionally be required to carry out or assist with other tasks in addition to the duties listed on this job description.
Support the efforts and commitments of Girl Scouts of Colorado in pluralism and diversity throughout the organization and within each community served.
Embrace diversity and inclusiveness by contributing to positive relationships between diverse racial, ethnic, and social groups in the Council as a whole and between employees and volunteers.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education and/or Formal Training
Bachelor's degree in relevant field or equivalent experience and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in diversity and inclusion programs, community organizing, nonprofit management or related programs; or an equivalent combination of skills and experience.
Experience
Experience working with diverse populations, with demonstrated personal and professional commitment to pluralism.
Experience in community organizing, outreach, and engagement preferred.
Supervisory experience required.
Experience leading or teaching in a virtual environment preferred.
Demonstrated success with project management working cross-functionally and working in a regional or statewide manner.
Demonstrated experience managing and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to build trust and strong partnerships across various functions and levels.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent skills planning and leading cross-functional projects, including proven success in project management and in a collaborative, team environment.
Possesses a thorough understanding of community outreach and DEI principles and practices.
Ability to be a people leader and organizer.
Analytical thinker and ability to solve problems by providing practical solutions.
Ability to effectively and professionally present information and respond to questions from internal GSCO staff and external GSCO audience including staff, volunteers, Girl Scouts, parents, and the community.
Strong motivational, organizational, detail orientated and problem-solving skills.
Ability to make a work plan autonomously, track task responsibilities, and implement work plan.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines, both administrative and programmatic, and to multitask and prioritize.
Must have the ability to work with and retain sensitive and/or confidential information while understanding and ensuring that it is only shared with those who are privy to such information.
Must possess the ability to communicate effectively with employees, volunteers, customers, and vendors verbally and nonverbally both in person and in writing.
Additional Requirements
Must be at least 21 years of age, with 5 years of driving experience.
Must possess a valid and current license to operate a standard motor vehicle.
Must pass all required background & motor vehicle record checks acceptable to GSCO standards.
Must be fluent in speaking, reading, & writing English.
Desired to be fluent in speaking, reading, & writing Spanish.
Salary
This position pays a range of $70,000-$85,000 per year plus benefits (including mileage reimbursement)
Benefits
403(b) Retirement Plan - GSCO matches 100% of employee contribution up to 2% of pay.
Health Insurance
PPO: 94% Employer Paid Premium for Employee Only Coverage
HDHP: 100% Employer Paid Premium for Employee Only Coverage
Dental Insurance (68% Employer Paid for Employee Coverage)
Vision Insurance
Short Term Disability - 100% Employer Paid
Long Term Disability - 100% Employer Paid
Life Insurance - fully paid by GSCO, 2x annual salary*
Accidental Death and Dismemberment - fully paid by GSCO, 2x annual salary*
Optional Supplemental Life Insurance (Employee/Spouse/Children)- Employee paid - for additional employee coverage and dependents.
Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care)
Health Savings Account (GSCO contributes up to $500/year)
Employee Assistance Program - 100% Employer Paid
Headspace (Employer Paid)
ZayZoon Pay Advances
Vacation - Employees accrue 10 vacation days per year.
Sick Leave - Employees earn one day per month.
Holidays - 10 scheduled holidays per year
Office Closures - 4 Weeks of Paid Office Closures (Week of Independence Day; Thanksgiving Week; Winter Holiday 2 weeks)
This position may have the ability to work a remote/flex hybrid schedule.
We encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities. Our workplace is inclusive, and we strive to create an accessible and accommodating environment for all employees. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations regarding accommodations for disabilities, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you are invited to interview and require accommodations, please inform us in advance so that we can make the necessary arrangements to ensure a smooth and accessible interview experience. If you have questions about accessibility or need assistance with the application process, please contact Human Resources at careers@gscolorado.org or 877-404-5708. We are here to help.
Girl Scouts of Colorado celebrates diversity and values the strengths that come with having a diverse community. People from historically marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Girl Scouts of Colorado (GSCO) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: GSCO is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at GSCO are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations where we operate. GSCO will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
THE ROLE:
NextGen America is seeking passionate and hardworking candidates to join our youth organizing program in Arizona, working to engage young people in electoral politics by registering thousands of young people to vote across the state. NextGen is committed to engaging young people in Arizona in the political process and increasing participation among 18-35 year olds. This role will be focused on organizing in one of several regions in Arizona as part of this ambitious effort.
This role is available in the following locations:
Flagstaff
Yuma
Navajo
Phoenix
The primary work location for this role will be assigned at time of hire. This is an in-person position and you will be required to work on your primary campus according to the schedule laid out below.
In Arizona, this effort will focus on organizing young people on campuses and the surrounding communities to bring progressive change to government through voting. Our work will engage young people in voter registration efforts, volunteer recruitment, and pledging young people to vote. Regional Organizing Directors need to be comfortable and confident in: mobilizing their own community, growing their network to include new volunteers to train, and motivating community leaders to help register and mobilize their own networks. Regional Organizing Directors are directly responsible for managing a team of volunteers in their region to hit weekly and phase metric goals.
This role reports to the Organizing Director in Arizona.
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Remote Position: No
Union Position: Yes
Travel Requirements: 20-25% outside of assigned turf
End Date: 10/04/24
WHAT YOU’LL ACHIEVE:
Recruit and train organizers to organize effectively and efficiently on their campuses and in their communities
In-person organizing, including voter and community engagement, businesses, campuses and NextGen-sponsored events
Manage organizers to hit their goals
Recruit and manage volunteers as necessary
Promote and execute events worthy of press and media
Develop relationships and partnerships with local community, student groups, and campus administrations in order to hit goals
Execute campaign plans and effective organizing tactics including traditional grassroots voter contact, creative earned media actions, recruitment, event planning and turnout
Meet all data and field reporting deadlines
Perform other dues as assigned
REQUIRED SCHEDULE & AVAILABILITY:
This role has a structured schedule as defined in the collective bargaining agreement between represented field staff and NextGen. As with most jobs in field organizing, the schedule for this role will fluctuate based on the time of year. This position is a full time exempt position and the hours here are general expectations for what the time requirement will be to effectively complete your responsibilities. Applicants must have the willingness and ability to work the following schedule:
A work schedule consisting of approximately 8-10 hours per day, 5 days per week
General availability to work weekends and irregular hours
A high capacity work schedule during designated events (For example: campus welcome weeks, the weeks leading up to voter registration deadlines) consisting of approximately 10-12 hours per day, 6 days per week
A work schedule consisting of up to 12 hours per day, 7 days per week for the 14 days leading up to the General Election (on even years only)
ABOUT YOU:
Experience organizing and managing organizer and volunteers
Driven with a strong work ethic
Weekend and irregular work hours required
Ability to adapt to evolving priorities and manage several tasks simultaneously
Very well organized; excellent written, verbal and presentation communications skills
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with colleagues and outside organizations and multi-task without sacrificing quality of work
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Ability to foster a cooperative, team-oriented work environment
Experience working with VAN or Votebuilder
Experience with electoral organizing
Experience organizing in communities of color
Bonus points for:
Previous student, youth, or campus organizing experience
Experience with EveryAction
Prior training in anti-oppression, equity and inclusion organizing
SALARY INFORMATION:
Salary of $5,695.00/month plus a comprehensive benefits package. This salary is non-negotiable per Campaign Workers Guild (Union) and NextGen America’s collective bargaining agreement.
BENEFITS:
Our comprehensive benefits package plays an essential part in how we recognize you for your critical contribution toward our organization’s mission.
Taking Care of Your Future:
Medical, dental and vision insurance: 100% coverage for you and for your dependents
Short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance
401(k) plan - we’ll match 100% up to 4% of your salary
Setting You Up for Success:
$150 per month to use toward your cell phone and internet costs
$100 per month to use toward your personal health and wellness goals
Flexible spending account for dependent care
Prioritizing Your Work/Life Balance:
Generous PTO and leave policies
18 paid organization-wide holidays
ABOUT NEXTGEN AMERICA:
NextGen America is the leading national organization for engaging young people through voter education, registration and mobilization. We invite 18-to-35 year olds — the largest and most diverse generation in American history — into our democracy to ensure our government works for them and to find new solutions to the dire challenges facing our society and the world. Since 2013, NextGen America has registered more than 1.4 million young voters and educated many millions more.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage people of diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. We value and are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion as an organization--in theory and in practice, and our culture reflects that value and commitment. We are committed to furthering issues like climate change, health care, and immigration from a progressive perspective, and we seek to engage the public in these areas as well as others. We also recognize the urgency of confronting institutional racism and inequity within our political system and strive to make positive changes within our system as a result.
Feb 23, 2024
Full time
THE ROLE:
NextGen America is seeking passionate and hardworking candidates to join our youth organizing program in Arizona, working to engage young people in electoral politics by registering thousands of young people to vote across the state. NextGen is committed to engaging young people in Arizona in the political process and increasing participation among 18-35 year olds. This role will be focused on organizing in one of several regions in Arizona as part of this ambitious effort.
This role is available in the following locations:
Flagstaff
Yuma
Navajo
Phoenix
The primary work location for this role will be assigned at time of hire. This is an in-person position and you will be required to work on your primary campus according to the schedule laid out below.
In Arizona, this effort will focus on organizing young people on campuses and the surrounding communities to bring progressive change to government through voting. Our work will engage young people in voter registration efforts, volunteer recruitment, and pledging young people to vote. Regional Organizing Directors need to be comfortable and confident in: mobilizing their own community, growing their network to include new volunteers to train, and motivating community leaders to help register and mobilize their own networks. Regional Organizing Directors are directly responsible for managing a team of volunteers in their region to hit weekly and phase metric goals.
This role reports to the Organizing Director in Arizona.
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Remote Position: No
Union Position: Yes
Travel Requirements: 20-25% outside of assigned turf
End Date: 10/04/24
WHAT YOU’LL ACHIEVE:
Recruit and train organizers to organize effectively and efficiently on their campuses and in their communities
In-person organizing, including voter and community engagement, businesses, campuses and NextGen-sponsored events
Manage organizers to hit their goals
Recruit and manage volunteers as necessary
Promote and execute events worthy of press and media
Develop relationships and partnerships with local community, student groups, and campus administrations in order to hit goals
Execute campaign plans and effective organizing tactics including traditional grassroots voter contact, creative earned media actions, recruitment, event planning and turnout
Meet all data and field reporting deadlines
Perform other dues as assigned
REQUIRED SCHEDULE & AVAILABILITY:
This role has a structured schedule as defined in the collective bargaining agreement between represented field staff and NextGen. As with most jobs in field organizing, the schedule for this role will fluctuate based on the time of year. This position is a full time exempt position and the hours here are general expectations for what the time requirement will be to effectively complete your responsibilities. Applicants must have the willingness and ability to work the following schedule:
A work schedule consisting of approximately 8-10 hours per day, 5 days per week
General availability to work weekends and irregular hours
A high capacity work schedule during designated events (For example: campus welcome weeks, the weeks leading up to voter registration deadlines) consisting of approximately 10-12 hours per day, 6 days per week
A work schedule consisting of up to 12 hours per day, 7 days per week for the 14 days leading up to the General Election (on even years only)
ABOUT YOU:
Experience organizing and managing organizer and volunteers
Driven with a strong work ethic
Weekend and irregular work hours required
Ability to adapt to evolving priorities and manage several tasks simultaneously
Very well organized; excellent written, verbal and presentation communications skills
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with colleagues and outside organizations and multi-task without sacrificing quality of work
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Ability to foster a cooperative, team-oriented work environment
Experience working with VAN or Votebuilder
Experience with electoral organizing
Experience organizing in communities of color
Bonus points for:
Previous student, youth, or campus organizing experience
Experience with EveryAction
Prior training in anti-oppression, equity and inclusion organizing
SALARY INFORMATION:
Salary of $5,695.00/month plus a comprehensive benefits package. This salary is non-negotiable per Campaign Workers Guild (Union) and NextGen America’s collective bargaining agreement.
BENEFITS:
Our comprehensive benefits package plays an essential part in how we recognize you for your critical contribution toward our organization’s mission.
Taking Care of Your Future:
Medical, dental and vision insurance: 100% coverage for you and for your dependents
Short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance
401(k) plan - we’ll match 100% up to 4% of your salary
Setting You Up for Success:
$150 per month to use toward your cell phone and internet costs
$100 per month to use toward your personal health and wellness goals
Flexible spending account for dependent care
Prioritizing Your Work/Life Balance:
Generous PTO and leave policies
18 paid organization-wide holidays
ABOUT NEXTGEN AMERICA:
NextGen America is the leading national organization for engaging young people through voter education, registration and mobilization. We invite 18-to-35 year olds — the largest and most diverse generation in American history — into our democracy to ensure our government works for them and to find new solutions to the dire challenges facing our society and the world. Since 2013, NextGen America has registered more than 1.4 million young voters and educated many millions more.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage people of diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. We value and are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion as an organization--in theory and in practice, and our culture reflects that value and commitment. We are committed to furthering issues like climate change, health care, and immigration from a progressive perspective, and we seek to engage the public in these areas as well as others. We also recognize the urgency of confronting institutional racism and inequity within our political system and strive to make positive changes within our system as a result.
NextGen America is seeking passionate and hardworking candidates to join our youth organizing program in Arizona, working to engage young people in electoral politics by registering thousands of young people to vote across the state. NextGen is committed to engaging young people in Arizona in the political process and increasing participation among 18-35 year olds. This role will be focused on organizing in one of several regions in Arizona as part of this ambitious effort.
In Arizona, this effort will focus on organizing young people on campuses and the surrounding communities to bring progressive change to government through voting. Our work will engage young people in voter registration efforts, volunteer recruitment, and pledging young people to vote. Organizers need to be comfortable and confident in: mobilizing their own community, growing their network to include new volunteers to train, and motivating community leaders to help register and mobilize their own networks. Organizers are directly responsible for managing a team of volunteers in their region to hit weekly and phase metric goals.
This role will be based in Phoenix and reports to the Organizing Director in Arizona .
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Remote Position: No
Union Position: Yes
Travel Requirements: 20-25% outside of assigned turf
End Date: 11/15/2024
WHAT YOU’LL ACHIEVE:
Recruit and train organizers to organize effectively and efficiently on their campuses and in their communities
In-person organizing, including voter and community engagement at voter homes, businesses, campuses and NextGen-sponsored events
Manage organizers to hit their goals
Recruit and manage volunteers as necessary
Promote and execute events worthy of press and media
Develop relationships and partnerships with local community, student groups, and campus administrations in order to hit goals
Execute campaign plans and effective organizing tactics including traditional grassroots voter contact, creative earned media actions, digital organizing tactics, event planning and turnout
Meet all data and field reporting deadlines
Perform other dues as assigned
REQUIRED SCHEDULE & AVAILABILITY:
This role has a structured schedule as defined in the collective bargaining agreement between represented field staff and NextGen. As with most jobs in field organizing, the schedule for this role will fluctuate based on the time of year. This position is a full time exempt position and the hours here are general expectations for what the time requirement will be to effectively complete your responsibilities. Applicants must have the willingness and ability to work the following schedule:
A work schedule consisting of approximately 8-10 hours per day, 5 days per week
General availability to work weekends and irregular hours
A high capacity work schedule during designated events (For example: campus welcome weeks, the weeks leading up to voter registration deadlines) consisting of approximately 10-12 hours per day, 6 days per week
A work schedule consisting of up to 12 hours per day, 7 days per week for the 14 days leading up to the General Election (on even years only)
ABOUT YOU:
Experience organizing and managing organizer and volunteers
Driven with a strong work ethic
Weekend and irregular work hours required
Ability to adapt to evolving priorities and manage several tasks simultaneously
Very well organized; excellent written, verbal and presentation communications skills
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with colleagues and outside organizations and multi-task without sacrificing quality of work
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Ability to foster a cooperative, team-oriented work environment
Experience working with VAN or Votebuilder
Experience with electoral organizing
Experience organizing in communities of color
Bonus points for:
Previous student, youth, or campus organizing experience
Experience with EveryAction
Prior training in anti-oppression, equity and inclusion organizing
SALARY INFORMATION:
Salary of $5,695.00/month plus a comprehensive benefits package. This salary is non-negotiable per Campaign Workers Guild (Union) and NextGen America’s collective bargaining agreement.
BENEFITS:
Our comprehensive benefits package plays an essential part in how we recognize you for your critical contribution toward our organization’s mission.
Taking Care of Your Future:
Medical, dental and vision insurance: 100% coverage for you and for your dependents
Short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance
401(k) plan - we’ll match 100% up to 4% of your salary
Setting You Up for Success:
$150 per month to use toward your cell phone and internet costs
$100 per month to use toward your personal health and wellness goals
Flexible spending account for dependent care
Prioritizing Your Work/Life Balance:
Generous PTO and leave policies
18 paid organization-wide holidays
ABOUT NEXTGEN AMERICA:
NextGen America is the leading national organization for engaging young people through voter education, registration and mobilization. We invite 18-to-35 year olds — the largest and most diverse generation in American history — into our democracy to ensure our government works for them and to find new solutions to the dire challenges facing our society and the world. Since 2013, NextGen America has registered more than 1.4 million young voters and educated many millions more.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage people of diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. We value and are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion as an organization--in theory and in practice, and our culture reflects that value and commitment. We are committed to furthering issues like climate change, health care, and immigration from a progressive perspective, and we seek to engage the public in these areas as well as others. We also recognize the urgency of confronting institutional racism and inequity within our political system and strive to make positive changes within our system as a result.
Feb 20, 2024
Full time
NextGen America is seeking passionate and hardworking candidates to join our youth organizing program in Arizona, working to engage young people in electoral politics by registering thousands of young people to vote across the state. NextGen is committed to engaging young people in Arizona in the political process and increasing participation among 18-35 year olds. This role will be focused on organizing in one of several regions in Arizona as part of this ambitious effort.
In Arizona, this effort will focus on organizing young people on campuses and the surrounding communities to bring progressive change to government through voting. Our work will engage young people in voter registration efforts, volunteer recruitment, and pledging young people to vote. Organizers need to be comfortable and confident in: mobilizing their own community, growing their network to include new volunteers to train, and motivating community leaders to help register and mobilize their own networks. Organizers are directly responsible for managing a team of volunteers in their region to hit weekly and phase metric goals.
This role will be based in Phoenix and reports to the Organizing Director in Arizona .
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Remote Position: No
Union Position: Yes
Travel Requirements: 20-25% outside of assigned turf
End Date: 11/15/2024
WHAT YOU’LL ACHIEVE:
Recruit and train organizers to organize effectively and efficiently on their campuses and in their communities
In-person organizing, including voter and community engagement at voter homes, businesses, campuses and NextGen-sponsored events
Manage organizers to hit their goals
Recruit and manage volunteers as necessary
Promote and execute events worthy of press and media
Develop relationships and partnerships with local community, student groups, and campus administrations in order to hit goals
Execute campaign plans and effective organizing tactics including traditional grassroots voter contact, creative earned media actions, digital organizing tactics, event planning and turnout
Meet all data and field reporting deadlines
Perform other dues as assigned
REQUIRED SCHEDULE & AVAILABILITY:
This role has a structured schedule as defined in the collective bargaining agreement between represented field staff and NextGen. As with most jobs in field organizing, the schedule for this role will fluctuate based on the time of year. This position is a full time exempt position and the hours here are general expectations for what the time requirement will be to effectively complete your responsibilities. Applicants must have the willingness and ability to work the following schedule:
A work schedule consisting of approximately 8-10 hours per day, 5 days per week
General availability to work weekends and irregular hours
A high capacity work schedule during designated events (For example: campus welcome weeks, the weeks leading up to voter registration deadlines) consisting of approximately 10-12 hours per day, 6 days per week
A work schedule consisting of up to 12 hours per day, 7 days per week for the 14 days leading up to the General Election (on even years only)
ABOUT YOU:
Experience organizing and managing organizer and volunteers
Driven with a strong work ethic
Weekend and irregular work hours required
Ability to adapt to evolving priorities and manage several tasks simultaneously
Very well organized; excellent written, verbal and presentation communications skills
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with colleagues and outside organizations and multi-task without sacrificing quality of work
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Ability to foster a cooperative, team-oriented work environment
Experience working with VAN or Votebuilder
Experience with electoral organizing
Experience organizing in communities of color
Bonus points for:
Previous student, youth, or campus organizing experience
Experience with EveryAction
Prior training in anti-oppression, equity and inclusion organizing
SALARY INFORMATION:
Salary of $5,695.00/month plus a comprehensive benefits package. This salary is non-negotiable per Campaign Workers Guild (Union) and NextGen America’s collective bargaining agreement.
BENEFITS:
Our comprehensive benefits package plays an essential part in how we recognize you for your critical contribution toward our organization’s mission.
Taking Care of Your Future:
Medical, dental and vision insurance: 100% coverage for you and for your dependents
Short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance
401(k) plan - we’ll match 100% up to 4% of your salary
Setting You Up for Success:
$150 per month to use toward your cell phone and internet costs
$100 per month to use toward your personal health and wellness goals
Flexible spending account for dependent care
Prioritizing Your Work/Life Balance:
Generous PTO and leave policies
18 paid organization-wide holidays
ABOUT NEXTGEN AMERICA:
NextGen America is the leading national organization for engaging young people through voter education, registration and mobilization. We invite 18-to-35 year olds — the largest and most diverse generation in American history — into our democracy to ensure our government works for them and to find new solutions to the dire challenges facing our society and the world. Since 2013, NextGen America has registered more than 1.4 million young voters and educated many millions more.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage people of diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. We value and are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion as an organization--in theory and in practice, and our culture reflects that value and commitment. We are committed to furthering issues like climate change, health care, and immigration from a progressive perspective, and we seek to engage the public in these areas as well as others. We also recognize the urgency of confronting institutional racism and inequity within our political system and strive to make positive changes within our system as a result.
Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! Job Description: WHY CHOOSE US? As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good. We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference. The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women’s Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions. At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine! WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD (Key Responsibilities): 1. Program Management and Engagement: DPMs are responsible for the implementation of the Disaster Cycle Services program in a territory in alignment with established metrics and may be assigned the following duties at the discretion of the region. Drivers for these additional responsibilities include the number of municipalities within its coverage area, the amount and complexity of program activity, presence of significant grant funding, geography, risk, population, frequency of events, and regional structure. • Manages volunteer recruitment and leadership identification Leads and supports ongoing volunteer recognition and engagement opportunities Serves in planning capacity in anticipation of larger response and recovery scenarios (this may include divisional coordination, multi-agency planning, and participation in local/regional/national deployment opportunities). Leads and/or assists with the implementation of training efforts, community preparedness opportunities, and the support to other American Red Cross stakeholders Represent part of a broader Disaster Cycle Services team within the American Red Cross that is prepared to mobilize in support of disaster events across the country. In support of this, the Disaster Program Manager must be prepared to assist in the mobilization and support of local resources (volunteers, equipment, and supplies), as well as potential deployment themselves to serve in a leadership capacity on a relief operation outside of their area of responsibility. Coordinates disaster mass care services, including feeding, sheltering, distribution of emergency supplies and reunification. Partners with Executive Directors and all Red Cross lines of service to include Biomedical Services, Service to Armed Forces, International Services, Development, Communications and Preparedness Health and Safety Services to ensure the most collaborative, impactful and effective delivery of services. 2. Management of Volunteers & Staff: Identifies and develops volunteer leaders who can act in facilitative leader roles across the disaster cycle, coordinating internally and with partners to foster a Red Cross that aligns with government and works to enable the entire community to participate in all phases of the disaster cycle by shifting from being not only a provider of direct services but also a convener and facilitative leader. Hires, trains, coaches, counsels, supports and evaluates performance of direct reports, volunteer leaders and volunteers. Supports and develops a primarily volunteer team responsible for the implementation of disaster preparedness, response, and recovery programs in the local area. Ensures the development of Disaster Leadership Volunteers in each of the program support functional areas of the disaster cycle in order to meet the needs of the territory, region, state and division. 3. Local Planning, Training Development, Community Outreach: Within scope of position, represents the entire disaster cycle of preparedness, response and recovery. Ensures that American Red Cross services are available to diverse communities. Implements the DCS structure and develops the team that mobilizes the local community to prepare for, respond to and recover from emergencies, meeting the needs and expectations of clients and stakeholders. Develops human and material resources (volunteers, partners, community agencies, shelter and vendor agreements etc.) to ensure the full cycle of disaster services is delivered. Provide oversight and support to local responses through the deployment of volunteer leaders and volunteers on a daily basis in a rapid and accessible manner. If qualified volunteer leadership is unavailable, serve during times of disaster as the operational leadership. In conjunction with program support functions in a region, collaborate in local planning, exercises and training, including exercises called by local partners Volunteer Organizations Active in Disaster, Emergency Management Agencies and Local Emergency Planning Committees (VOADs, EMAs and LEPCs). The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required. WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED (Minimum Qualifications): Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience with social services or service/program delivery, and providing leadership to a department, program or service. Demonstrated experience in coordinating staff and volunteer activities. Ability to interpret program trends, results, and related data to formulate recommendations. Ability to manage multiple priorities with strong skills in planning and problem-solving. Ability to relate well and effectively with diverse groups and individuals. Management Experience: Minimum of 1-3 years staff management experience. Skills and Abilities: Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to coach and or mentor to accomplish work through team leaders. Develops project plans & budgets. Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of program or service. Demonstrated ability in creating presentations and developing training modules. Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals. Demonstrated analytical and decision- making skills to develop creative processes for continuous program or service improvements. Demonstrated analytical and decision-making skills to develop creative processes for continuous program or service improvements. Proven track record of collaboration, facilitation, problem solving, marketing, leadership, and partnership management. Additionally, this position requires ability for planning, public speaking, project management and process improvement. Individual must be customer oriented, organized, and able to operate with an orientation toward solutions with an external focus, and team orientation. Other: Intermediate level proficiency with MS Office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Familiarity with federal, state, and local employment laws. Must be able to perform all assigned responsibilities under “grey sky” requirements. This position is also responsible for ensuring that all American Red Cross finance policies and procedures are followed as related to the scope of work. Travel: Will involve travel. Other Requirements: Upon employment, must be able to learn and become proficient in: ARC programs and procedures Volunteer Management Financial Management Cultural Competency Emergency Management Practices Community Government Partnerships Supply chain and warehousing Disaster technical expertise Job Type: This position can be filled by an employee or a volunteer Essential Functions/Physical Requirements ________________________________________ Depending on work assignment, may require ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; or the ability to stand, walk and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of up to 20 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read technical information. Overall mobility is essential. May include sitting for long periods of time, driving a vehicle and working under challenging conditions. Work Conditions: Work is performed indoors with some potential for exposure to safety and health hazards related to emergency services relief work. May travel and participate in meetings and conferences throughout Territory, state and Red Cross system . Because the Red Cross is a disaster response organization, staff will be asked to be on 24-hour call during period of major disaster. This position is an exposure determination 0 in view of the fact that normal work involves no exposure to blood or blood components and/or human body fluids or tissue samples as a result of splashes, spills, and/or needlesticks or performance of or assistance in first aid. BENEFITS FOR YOU: We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn. • Medical, Dental Vision plans • Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts • PTO + Holidays • 401K with 5% match • Paid Family Leave • Employee Assistance • Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term • Service Awards and recognition Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Interested in Volunteering? Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
Feb 14, 2024
Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! Job Description: WHY CHOOSE US? As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good. We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference. The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women’s Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions. At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine! WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD (Key Responsibilities): 1. Program Management and Engagement: DPMs are responsible for the implementation of the Disaster Cycle Services program in a territory in alignment with established metrics and may be assigned the following duties at the discretion of the region. Drivers for these additional responsibilities include the number of municipalities within its coverage area, the amount and complexity of program activity, presence of significant grant funding, geography, risk, population, frequency of events, and regional structure. • Manages volunteer recruitment and leadership identification Leads and supports ongoing volunteer recognition and engagement opportunities Serves in planning capacity in anticipation of larger response and recovery scenarios (this may include divisional coordination, multi-agency planning, and participation in local/regional/national deployment opportunities). Leads and/or assists with the implementation of training efforts, community preparedness opportunities, and the support to other American Red Cross stakeholders Represent part of a broader Disaster Cycle Services team within the American Red Cross that is prepared to mobilize in support of disaster events across the country. In support of this, the Disaster Program Manager must be prepared to assist in the mobilization and support of local resources (volunteers, equipment, and supplies), as well as potential deployment themselves to serve in a leadership capacity on a relief operation outside of their area of responsibility. Coordinates disaster mass care services, including feeding, sheltering, distribution of emergency supplies and reunification. Partners with Executive Directors and all Red Cross lines of service to include Biomedical Services, Service to Armed Forces, International Services, Development, Communications and Preparedness Health and Safety Services to ensure the most collaborative, impactful and effective delivery of services. 2. Management of Volunteers & Staff: Identifies and develops volunteer leaders who can act in facilitative leader roles across the disaster cycle, coordinating internally and with partners to foster a Red Cross that aligns with government and works to enable the entire community to participate in all phases of the disaster cycle by shifting from being not only a provider of direct services but also a convener and facilitative leader. Hires, trains, coaches, counsels, supports and evaluates performance of direct reports, volunteer leaders and volunteers. Supports and develops a primarily volunteer team responsible for the implementation of disaster preparedness, response, and recovery programs in the local area. Ensures the development of Disaster Leadership Volunteers in each of the program support functional areas of the disaster cycle in order to meet the needs of the territory, region, state and division. 3. Local Planning, Training Development, Community Outreach: Within scope of position, represents the entire disaster cycle of preparedness, response and recovery. Ensures that American Red Cross services are available to diverse communities. Implements the DCS structure and develops the team that mobilizes the local community to prepare for, respond to and recover from emergencies, meeting the needs and expectations of clients and stakeholders. Develops human and material resources (volunteers, partners, community agencies, shelter and vendor agreements etc.) to ensure the full cycle of disaster services is delivered. Provide oversight and support to local responses through the deployment of volunteer leaders and volunteers on a daily basis in a rapid and accessible manner. If qualified volunteer leadership is unavailable, serve during times of disaster as the operational leadership. In conjunction with program support functions in a region, collaborate in local planning, exercises and training, including exercises called by local partners Volunteer Organizations Active in Disaster, Emergency Management Agencies and Local Emergency Planning Committees (VOADs, EMAs and LEPCs). The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required. WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED (Minimum Qualifications): Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience with social services or service/program delivery, and providing leadership to a department, program or service. Demonstrated experience in coordinating staff and volunteer activities. Ability to interpret program trends, results, and related data to formulate recommendations. Ability to manage multiple priorities with strong skills in planning and problem-solving. Ability to relate well and effectively with diverse groups and individuals. Management Experience: Minimum of 1-3 years staff management experience. Skills and Abilities: Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to coach and or mentor to accomplish work through team leaders. Develops project plans & budgets. Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of program or service. Demonstrated ability in creating presentations and developing training modules. Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals. Demonstrated analytical and decision- making skills to develop creative processes for continuous program or service improvements. Demonstrated analytical and decision-making skills to develop creative processes for continuous program or service improvements. Proven track record of collaboration, facilitation, problem solving, marketing, leadership, and partnership management. Additionally, this position requires ability for planning, public speaking, project management and process improvement. Individual must be customer oriented, organized, and able to operate with an orientation toward solutions with an external focus, and team orientation. Other: Intermediate level proficiency with MS Office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Familiarity with federal, state, and local employment laws. Must be able to perform all assigned responsibilities under “grey sky” requirements. This position is also responsible for ensuring that all American Red Cross finance policies and procedures are followed as related to the scope of work. Travel: Will involve travel. Other Requirements: Upon employment, must be able to learn and become proficient in: ARC programs and procedures Volunteer Management Financial Management Cultural Competency Emergency Management Practices Community Government Partnerships Supply chain and warehousing Disaster technical expertise Job Type: This position can be filled by an employee or a volunteer Essential Functions/Physical Requirements ________________________________________ Depending on work assignment, may require ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; or the ability to stand, walk and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of up to 20 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read technical information. Overall mobility is essential. May include sitting for long periods of time, driving a vehicle and working under challenging conditions. Work Conditions: Work is performed indoors with some potential for exposure to safety and health hazards related to emergency services relief work. May travel and participate in meetings and conferences throughout Territory, state and Red Cross system . Because the Red Cross is a disaster response organization, staff will be asked to be on 24-hour call during period of major disaster. This position is an exposure determination 0 in view of the fact that normal work involves no exposure to blood or blood components and/or human body fluids or tissue samples as a result of splashes, spills, and/or needlesticks or performance of or assistance in first aid. BENEFITS FOR YOU: We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn. • Medical, Dental Vision plans • Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts • PTO + Holidays • 401K with 5% match • Paid Family Leave • Employee Assistance • Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term • Service Awards and recognition Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Interested in Volunteering? Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! Job Description: WHY CHOOSE US? As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good. We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference. The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women’s Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions. At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine! WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD (Key Responsibilities): 1. Program Management and Engagement: DPMs are responsible for the implementation of the Disaster Cycle Services program in a territory in alignment with established metrics and may be assigned the following duties at the discretion of the region. Drivers for these additional responsibilities include the number of municipalities within its coverage area, the amount and complexity of program activity, presence of significant grant funding, geography, risk, population, frequency of events, and regional structure. • Manages volunteer recruitment and leadership identification Leads and supports ongoing volunteer recognition and engagement opportunities Serves in planning capacity in anticipation of larger response and recovery scenarios (this may include divisional coordination, multi-agency planning, and participation in local/regional/national deployment opportunities). Leads and/or assists with the implementation of training efforts, community preparedness opportunities, and the support to other American Red Cross stakeholders Represent part of a broader Disaster Cycle Services team within the American Red Cross that is prepared to mobilize in support of disaster events across the country. In support of this, the Disaster Program Manager must be prepared to assist in the mobilization and support of local resources (volunteers, equipment, and supplies), as well as potential deployment themselves to serve in a leadership capacity on a relief operation outside of their area of responsibility. Coordinates disaster mass care services, including feeding, sheltering, distribution of emergency supplies and reunification. Partners with Executive Directors and all Red Cross lines of service to include Biomedical Services, Service to Armed Forces, International Services, Development, Communications and Preparedness Health and Safety Services to ensure the most collaborative, impactful and effective delivery of services. 2. Management of Volunteers & Staff: Identifies and develops volunteer leaders who can act in facilitative leader roles across the disaster cycle, coordinating internally and with partners to foster a Red Cross that aligns with government and works to enable the entire community to participate in all phases of the disaster cycle by shifting from being not only a provider of direct services but also a convener and facilitative leader. Hires, trains, coaches, counsels, supports and evaluates performance of direct reports, volunteer leaders and volunteers. Supports and develops a primarily volunteer team responsible for the implementation of disaster preparedness, response, and recovery programs in the local area. Ensures the development of Disaster Leadership Volunteers in each of the program support functional areas of the disaster cycle in order to meet the needs of the territory, region, state and division. 3. Local Planning, Training Development, Community Outreach: Within scope of position, represents the entire disaster cycle of preparedness, response and recovery. Ensures that American Red Cross services are available to diverse communities. Implements the DCS structure and develops the team that mobilizes the local community to prepare for, respond to and recover from emergencies, meeting the needs and expectations of clients and stakeholders. Develops human and material resources (volunteers, partners, community agencies, shelter and vendor agreements etc.) to ensure the full cycle of disaster services is delivered. Provide oversight and support to local responses through the deployment of volunteer leaders and volunteers on a daily basis in a rapid and accessible manner. If qualified volunteer leadership is unavailable, serve during times of disaster as the operational leadership. In conjunction with program support functions in a region, collaborate in local planning, exercises and training, including exercises called by local partners Volunteer Organizations Active in Disaster, Emergency Management Agencies and Local Emergency Planning Committees (VOADs, EMAs and LEPCs). The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required. WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED (Minimum Qualifications): Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience with social services or service/program delivery, and providing leadership to a department, program or service. Demonstrated experience in coordinating staff and volunteer activities. Ability to interpret program trends, results, and related data to formulate recommendations. Ability to manage multiple priorities with strong skills in planning and problem-solving. Ability to relate well and effectively with diverse groups and individuals. Management Experience: Minimum of 1-3 years staff management experience. Skills and Abilities: Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to coach and or mentor to accomplish work through team leaders. Develops project plans & budgets. Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of program or service. Demonstrated ability in creating presentations and developing training modules. Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals. Demonstrated analytical and decision- making skills to develop creative processes for continuous program or service improvements. Demonstrated analytical and decision-making skills to develop creative processes for continuous program or service improvements. Proven track record of collaboration, facilitation, problem solving, marketing, leadership, and partnership management. Additionally, this position requires ability for planning, public speaking, project management and process improvement. Individual must be customer oriented, organized, and able to operate with an orientation toward solutions with an external focus, and team orientation. Other: Intermediate level proficiency with MS Office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Familiarity with federal, state, and local employment laws. Must be able to perform all assigned responsibilities under “grey sky” requirements. This position is also responsible for ensuring that all American Red Cross finance policies and procedures are followed as related to the scope of work. Travel: Will involve travel. Other Requirements: Upon employment, must be able to learn and become proficient in: ARC programs and procedures Volunteer Management Financial Management Cultural Competency Emergency Management Practices Community Government Partnerships Supply chain and warehousing Disaster technical expertise Job Type: This position can be filled by an employee or a volunteer Essential Functions/Physical Requirements ________________________________________ Depending on work assignment, may require ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; or the ability to stand, walk and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of up to 20 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read technical information. Overall mobility is essential. May include sitting for long periods of time, driving a vehicle and working under challenging conditions. Work Conditions: Work is performed indoors with some potential for exposure to safety and health hazards related to emergency services relief work. May travel and participate in meetings and conferences throughout Territory, state and Red Cross system . Because the Red Cross is a disaster response organization, staff will be asked to be on 24-hour call during period of major disaster. This position is an exposure determination 0 in view of the fact that normal work involves no exposure to blood or blood components and/or human body fluids or tissue samples as a result of splashes, spills, and/or needlesticks or performance of or assistance in first aid. BENEFITS FOR YOU: We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn. • Medical, Dental Vision plans • Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts • PTO + Holidays • 401K with 4% match • Paid Family Leave • Employee Assistance • Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term • Service Awards and recognition Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Interested in Volunteering? Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
Feb 14, 2024
Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! Job Description: WHY CHOOSE US? As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good. We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference. The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women’s Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions. At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine! WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD (Key Responsibilities): 1. Program Management and Engagement: DPMs are responsible for the implementation of the Disaster Cycle Services program in a territory in alignment with established metrics and may be assigned the following duties at the discretion of the region. Drivers for these additional responsibilities include the number of municipalities within its coverage area, the amount and complexity of program activity, presence of significant grant funding, geography, risk, population, frequency of events, and regional structure. • Manages volunteer recruitment and leadership identification Leads and supports ongoing volunteer recognition and engagement opportunities Serves in planning capacity in anticipation of larger response and recovery scenarios (this may include divisional coordination, multi-agency planning, and participation in local/regional/national deployment opportunities). Leads and/or assists with the implementation of training efforts, community preparedness opportunities, and the support to other American Red Cross stakeholders Represent part of a broader Disaster Cycle Services team within the American Red Cross that is prepared to mobilize in support of disaster events across the country. In support of this, the Disaster Program Manager must be prepared to assist in the mobilization and support of local resources (volunteers, equipment, and supplies), as well as potential deployment themselves to serve in a leadership capacity on a relief operation outside of their area of responsibility. Coordinates disaster mass care services, including feeding, sheltering, distribution of emergency supplies and reunification. Partners with Executive Directors and all Red Cross lines of service to include Biomedical Services, Service to Armed Forces, International Services, Development, Communications and Preparedness Health and Safety Services to ensure the most collaborative, impactful and effective delivery of services. 2. Management of Volunteers & Staff: Identifies and develops volunteer leaders who can act in facilitative leader roles across the disaster cycle, coordinating internally and with partners to foster a Red Cross that aligns with government and works to enable the entire community to participate in all phases of the disaster cycle by shifting from being not only a provider of direct services but also a convener and facilitative leader. Hires, trains, coaches, counsels, supports and evaluates performance of direct reports, volunteer leaders and volunteers. Supports and develops a primarily volunteer team responsible for the implementation of disaster preparedness, response, and recovery programs in the local area. Ensures the development of Disaster Leadership Volunteers in each of the program support functional areas of the disaster cycle in order to meet the needs of the territory, region, state and division. 3. Local Planning, Training Development, Community Outreach: Within scope of position, represents the entire disaster cycle of preparedness, response and recovery. Ensures that American Red Cross services are available to diverse communities. Implements the DCS structure and develops the team that mobilizes the local community to prepare for, respond to and recover from emergencies, meeting the needs and expectations of clients and stakeholders. Develops human and material resources (volunteers, partners, community agencies, shelter and vendor agreements etc.) to ensure the full cycle of disaster services is delivered. Provide oversight and support to local responses through the deployment of volunteer leaders and volunteers on a daily basis in a rapid and accessible manner. If qualified volunteer leadership is unavailable, serve during times of disaster as the operational leadership. In conjunction with program support functions in a region, collaborate in local planning, exercises and training, including exercises called by local partners Volunteer Organizations Active in Disaster, Emergency Management Agencies and Local Emergency Planning Committees (VOADs, EMAs and LEPCs). The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required. WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED (Minimum Qualifications): Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience with social services or service/program delivery, and providing leadership to a department, program or service. Demonstrated experience in coordinating staff and volunteer activities. Ability to interpret program trends, results, and related data to formulate recommendations. Ability to manage multiple priorities with strong skills in planning and problem-solving. Ability to relate well and effectively with diverse groups and individuals. Management Experience: Minimum of 1-3 years staff management experience. Skills and Abilities: Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to coach and or mentor to accomplish work through team leaders. Develops project plans & budgets. Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of program or service. Demonstrated ability in creating presentations and developing training modules. Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals. Demonstrated analytical and decision- making skills to develop creative processes for continuous program or service improvements. Demonstrated analytical and decision-making skills to develop creative processes for continuous program or service improvements. Proven track record of collaboration, facilitation, problem solving, marketing, leadership, and partnership management. Additionally, this position requires ability for planning, public speaking, project management and process improvement. Individual must be customer oriented, organized, and able to operate with an orientation toward solutions with an external focus, and team orientation. Other: Intermediate level proficiency with MS Office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Familiarity with federal, state, and local employment laws. Must be able to perform all assigned responsibilities under “grey sky” requirements. This position is also responsible for ensuring that all American Red Cross finance policies and procedures are followed as related to the scope of work. Travel: Will involve travel. Other Requirements: Upon employment, must be able to learn and become proficient in: ARC programs and procedures Volunteer Management Financial Management Cultural Competency Emergency Management Practices Community Government Partnerships Supply chain and warehousing Disaster technical expertise Job Type: This position can be filled by an employee or a volunteer Essential Functions/Physical Requirements ________________________________________ Depending on work assignment, may require ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; or the ability to stand, walk and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of up to 20 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read technical information. Overall mobility is essential. May include sitting for long periods of time, driving a vehicle and working under challenging conditions. Work Conditions: Work is performed indoors with some potential for exposure to safety and health hazards related to emergency services relief work. May travel and participate in meetings and conferences throughout Territory, state and Red Cross system . Because the Red Cross is a disaster response organization, staff will be asked to be on 24-hour call during period of major disaster. This position is an exposure determination 0 in view of the fact that normal work involves no exposure to blood or blood components and/or human body fluids or tissue samples as a result of splashes, spills, and/or needlesticks or performance of or assistance in first aid. BENEFITS FOR YOU: We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn. • Medical, Dental Vision plans • Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts • PTO + Holidays • 401K with 4% match • Paid Family Leave • Employee Assistance • Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term • Service Awards and recognition Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Interested in Volunteering? Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! Job Description: Why Choose Us? As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good. We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference. The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women’s Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions. At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine! We are currently seeking a professional, innovative and enthusiastic Executive Director for our South Texas Chapter, based in McAllen, Texas. The American Red Cross of South Texas serves seven counties: Jim Hogg, Brooks, Kennedy, Willacy, Cameron, Hidalgo and Starr County. Under the leadership of our board, we continue the proud tradition of helping Valley residents prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies. NOTE: In order to receive full consideration, please upload a formatted copy of your updated resume AND cover letter, when applying to this position. The hiring manager is requesting a cover letter, and your application will be considered incomplete without a cover letter. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: This position involves very little operational responsibility. It is an external-facing, community relations position. It is a plus if the successful candidate has established connections within the community. This position is responsible for supporting region-led mission capacity building, informing the regional leadership team of community needs and perceptions, and strengthening relationships across all elements of the community by communicating the American Red Cross programs, capabilities and opportunities for community involvement. Reporting to the Regional Chief Executive Officer, the position serves as the primary liaison to the community supported by Community Volunteer Leaders and the Chapter Board. This position works alongside the volunteers and employees assigned to deliver mission fulfillment in the Region and Chapter and is a member of the Region Leadership Team. This is accomplished through the following key areas of responsibility: 1. Serves as the Face of the Red Cross to maximize Red Cross presence and connectivity in the community and expand the community’s recognition of the breadth of the Red Cross contribution to the community. 2. Develops sustained community relationships to ensure capacity to achieve region mission goals. 3. Develops and manages the chapter board to effectively mobilize support and resources around the Red Cross mission. 4. Develops and manages community volunteer leaders to: serve as the Face of the Red Cross in assigned territories; to support mission capacity building by developing key community partnerships; and to recruit volunteers. 5. Influences to create an environment of teamwork and inclusion to effectively deliver against the Red Cross mission. Serves, when assigned, as a member of the Elected Officials Liaison Network supporting disaster responses across the nation. WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD: 1. Serves as the Face of the Red Cross to maximize Red Cross presence and connectivity in the community and expand the community’s awareness of the breadth of the Red Cross contribution to the community. Manages a portfolio of strategic relationships with local elected officials and key community leaders and stakeholders with specific outcomes defined jointly by the Regional Executive and the Executive Director. This includes local elected government officials, legislators, and those with potential to collaborate with the Red Cross on volunteer recruitment and engagement, the disaster cycle (prepare, respond, recovery), Service to the Armed Forces, Training Services, and/or Biomedical Services as determined by the region. Conveys information and fosters increased awareness across the community of the full extent of Red Cross service delivery in a manner as to deepen the connectivity and commitment to the Red Cross as a primary partner, meriting community support. 2. Develops sustained community relationships to ensure capacity to achieve region mission goals. 2a. Revenue: ED to lead the chapter in supporting achievement of region revenue target, including support of Sound the Alarm events/STA fundraising target achievement (as applicable) and board member external solicitation goals; and meets assigned individual fundraising target by cultivating strong United Way relationships (as applicable), meeting annual chapter board member giving campaign, and maintaining a small number of key donor accounts as defined by the Regional Executive. 2.b. Mission Capacity Building: Supports achievement of the region volunteer engagement goals, blood collection goals, and community engagement mission goals by identifying and stewarding specific strategic relationships in the community and serving as a connector for internal stakeholders for these activities. Leverages the board mission capacity committee, biomed committee, diversity committee, and community volunteer leaders to meet established goals. 3. Develops and manages the chapter board to effectively mobilize support and resources around the Red Cross mission. The chapter board must meet all published board guidance for board membership, committees, and member engagement in the mission (has all required committees; board engagement plan completed for all board members using template provided; board members understand board member giving expectations and personally meet board member give and solicitation expectations). 4. Develops, leads, and manages community volunteer leaders who are responsible for serving as the Face of the Red Cross in assigned territories; supporting mission capacity building by developing key community partnerships. 5. Influences to create an environment of teamwork and inclusion to effectively deliver against the Red Cross mission by ensuring that information flow is facilitated. The Executive Director informs the regional team, as well as volunteers and staff assigned to the chapter area, of community needs and communicates the American Red Cross programs and capacity needs to the community. 6. Serves as a member of the Elected Officials Liaison Network supporting disaster responses in the chapter area, regional area and nationally. May be asked to deploy to disasters outside the chapter jurisdiction for up to 2 weeks. WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED: Education: Four-year college degree (BS/BA) in Business, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Finance or non-profit administration or equivalent experience required. Prefer Master’s degree in the field of community organization, public or business administration or non-profit management. Experience: Minimum of 7 years related experience. Demonstrated ability to exercise good and timely judgment in complex situations. Demonstrated ability for strong communications and influencing skills along with public speaking and writing. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement fundraising strategies. Demonstrated ability to build sustain community relationships/partnerships Proven experience in influencing others and building relationships. Experience working in an environment requiring flexibility and managing change. Other: Proficient with MS Office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Familiarity with federal state and local employment laws. Skills & Abilities: Ability to work on a team. Travel: Travel within communities served and region, occasionally division. May travel and participate in meetings and conferences throughout chapter jurisdiction, state and Red Cross system. May include sitting for long periods of time, driving a vehicle and working under challenging conditions. A current valid driver's license and good driving record is required. *Combination of candidate’s education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description’s minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted). Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. The work environment will consist of moderate noise (i.e., business office with computers, phones and printers, light traffic). The employee must have the ability to work in a small cubicle and have the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. BENEFITS FOR YOU: We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn. Medical, Dental Vision plans Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts PTO + Holidays 401K with 4% match Paid Family Leave Employee Assistance Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term Service Awards and recognition #LI-MM1 IND123 Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Interested in Volunteering? Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
Feb 14, 2024
Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! Job Description: Why Choose Us? As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good. We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference. The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women’s Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions. At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine! We are currently seeking a professional, innovative and enthusiastic Executive Director for our South Texas Chapter, based in McAllen, Texas. The American Red Cross of South Texas serves seven counties: Jim Hogg, Brooks, Kennedy, Willacy, Cameron, Hidalgo and Starr County. Under the leadership of our board, we continue the proud tradition of helping Valley residents prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies. NOTE: In order to receive full consideration, please upload a formatted copy of your updated resume AND cover letter, when applying to this position. The hiring manager is requesting a cover letter, and your application will be considered incomplete without a cover letter. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: This position involves very little operational responsibility. It is an external-facing, community relations position. It is a plus if the successful candidate has established connections within the community. This position is responsible for supporting region-led mission capacity building, informing the regional leadership team of community needs and perceptions, and strengthening relationships across all elements of the community by communicating the American Red Cross programs, capabilities and opportunities for community involvement. Reporting to the Regional Chief Executive Officer, the position serves as the primary liaison to the community supported by Community Volunteer Leaders and the Chapter Board. This position works alongside the volunteers and employees assigned to deliver mission fulfillment in the Region and Chapter and is a member of the Region Leadership Team. This is accomplished through the following key areas of responsibility: 1. Serves as the Face of the Red Cross to maximize Red Cross presence and connectivity in the community and expand the community’s recognition of the breadth of the Red Cross contribution to the community. 2. Develops sustained community relationships to ensure capacity to achieve region mission goals. 3. Develops and manages the chapter board to effectively mobilize support and resources around the Red Cross mission. 4. Develops and manages community volunteer leaders to: serve as the Face of the Red Cross in assigned territories; to support mission capacity building by developing key community partnerships; and to recruit volunteers. 5. Influences to create an environment of teamwork and inclusion to effectively deliver against the Red Cross mission. Serves, when assigned, as a member of the Elected Officials Liaison Network supporting disaster responses across the nation. WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD: 1. Serves as the Face of the Red Cross to maximize Red Cross presence and connectivity in the community and expand the community’s awareness of the breadth of the Red Cross contribution to the community. Manages a portfolio of strategic relationships with local elected officials and key community leaders and stakeholders with specific outcomes defined jointly by the Regional Executive and the Executive Director. This includes local elected government officials, legislators, and those with potential to collaborate with the Red Cross on volunteer recruitment and engagement, the disaster cycle (prepare, respond, recovery), Service to the Armed Forces, Training Services, and/or Biomedical Services as determined by the region. Conveys information and fosters increased awareness across the community of the full extent of Red Cross service delivery in a manner as to deepen the connectivity and commitment to the Red Cross as a primary partner, meriting community support. 2. Develops sustained community relationships to ensure capacity to achieve region mission goals. 2a. Revenue: ED to lead the chapter in supporting achievement of region revenue target, including support of Sound the Alarm events/STA fundraising target achievement (as applicable) and board member external solicitation goals; and meets assigned individual fundraising target by cultivating strong United Way relationships (as applicable), meeting annual chapter board member giving campaign, and maintaining a small number of key donor accounts as defined by the Regional Executive. 2.b. Mission Capacity Building: Supports achievement of the region volunteer engagement goals, blood collection goals, and community engagement mission goals by identifying and stewarding specific strategic relationships in the community and serving as a connector for internal stakeholders for these activities. Leverages the board mission capacity committee, biomed committee, diversity committee, and community volunteer leaders to meet established goals. 3. Develops and manages the chapter board to effectively mobilize support and resources around the Red Cross mission. The chapter board must meet all published board guidance for board membership, committees, and member engagement in the mission (has all required committees; board engagement plan completed for all board members using template provided; board members understand board member giving expectations and personally meet board member give and solicitation expectations). 4. Develops, leads, and manages community volunteer leaders who are responsible for serving as the Face of the Red Cross in assigned territories; supporting mission capacity building by developing key community partnerships. 5. Influences to create an environment of teamwork and inclusion to effectively deliver against the Red Cross mission by ensuring that information flow is facilitated. The Executive Director informs the regional team, as well as volunteers and staff assigned to the chapter area, of community needs and communicates the American Red Cross programs and capacity needs to the community. 6. Serves as a member of the Elected Officials Liaison Network supporting disaster responses in the chapter area, regional area and nationally. May be asked to deploy to disasters outside the chapter jurisdiction for up to 2 weeks. WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED: Education: Four-year college degree (BS/BA) in Business, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Finance or non-profit administration or equivalent experience required. Prefer Master’s degree in the field of community organization, public or business administration or non-profit management. Experience: Minimum of 7 years related experience. Demonstrated ability to exercise good and timely judgment in complex situations. Demonstrated ability for strong communications and influencing skills along with public speaking and writing. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement fundraising strategies. Demonstrated ability to build sustain community relationships/partnerships Proven experience in influencing others and building relationships. Experience working in an environment requiring flexibility and managing change. Other: Proficient with MS Office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Familiarity with federal state and local employment laws. Skills & Abilities: Ability to work on a team. Travel: Travel within communities served and region, occasionally division. May travel and participate in meetings and conferences throughout chapter jurisdiction, state and Red Cross system. May include sitting for long periods of time, driving a vehicle and working under challenging conditions. A current valid driver's license and good driving record is required. *Combination of candidate’s education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description’s minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted). Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. The work environment will consist of moderate noise (i.e., business office with computers, phones and printers, light traffic). The employee must have the ability to work in a small cubicle and have the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. BENEFITS FOR YOU: We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn. Medical, Dental Vision plans Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts PTO + Holidays 401K with 4% match Paid Family Leave Employee Assistance Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term Service Awards and recognition #LI-MM1 IND123 Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Interested in Volunteering? Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! Job Description: Why Choose Us? As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good. We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference. The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women’s Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions. At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine! We are currently seeking a professional, innovative and enthusiastic Executive Director for our Western North Carolina Chapter, based in Asheville, NC. The American Red Cross Western North Carolina Chapter serves a population of more than 775 thousand people in the counties of Buncombe, Cherokee, Clay, Eastern Band of the Cherokee Indians, Graham, Haywood, Henderson, Jackson, Macon, Madison, McDowell, Mitchell, Polk, Rutherford, Swain, Transylvania and Yancey. NOTE: In order to receive full consideration, please upload a formatted copy of your updated resume AND cover letter, when applying to this position. The hiring manager is requesting a cover letter, and your application will be considered incomplete without a cover letter. The successful candidate should live in the Asheville area. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: This position involves very little operational responsibility. It is an external-facing, community relations position. It is a plus if the successful candidate has established connections within the community. This position is responsible for supporting region-led mission capacity building, informing the regional leadership team of community needs and perceptions, and strengthening relationships across all elements of the community by communicating the American Red Cross programs, capabilities and opportunities for community involvement. Reporting to the Regional Chief Executive Officer, the position serves as the primary liaison to the community supported by Community Volunteer Leaders and the Chapter Board. This position works alongside the volunteers and employees assigned to deliver mission fulfillment in the Region and Chapter and is a member of the Region Leadership Team. This is accomplished through the following key areas of responsibility: 1. Serves as the Face of the Red Cross to maximize Red Cross presence and connectivity in the community and expand the community’s recognition of the breadth of the Red Cross contribution to the community. 2. Develops sustained community relationships to ensure capacity to achieve region mission goals. 3. Develops and manages the chapter board to effectively mobilize support and resources around the Red Cross mission. 4. Develops and manages community volunteer leaders to: serve as the Face of the Red Cross in assigned territories; to support mission capacity building by developing key community partnerships; and to recruit volunteers. 5. Influences to create an environment of teamwork and inclusion to effectively deliver against the Red Cross mission. Serves, when assigned, as a member of the Elected Officials Liaison Network supporting disaster responses across the nation. WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD: Serves as the Face of the Red Cross to maximize Red Cross presence and connectivity in the community and expand the community’s awareness of the breadth of the Red Cross contribution to the community. Manages a portfolio of strategic relationships with local elected officials and key community leaders and stakeholders with specific outcomes defined jointly by the Regional Executive and the Executive Director. This includes local elected government officials, legislators, and those with potential to collaborate with the Red Cross on volunteer recruitment and engagement, the disaster cycle (prepare, respond, recovery), Service to the Armed Forces, Training Services, and/or Biomedical Services as determined by the region. Conveys information and fosters increased awareness across the community of the full extent of Red Cross service delivery in a manner as to deepen the connectivity and commitment to the Red Cross as a primary partner, meriting community support. 2. Develops sustained community relationships to ensure capacity to achieve region mission goals. 2a. Revenue : ED to lead the chapter in supporting achievement of region revenue target, including support of Sound the Alarm events/STA fundraising target achievement (as applicable) and board member external solicitation goals; and meets assigned individual fundraising target by cultivating strong United Way relationships (as applicable), meeting annual chapter board member giving campaign, and maintaining a small number of key donor accounts as defined by the Regional Executive. 2.b. Mission Capacity Building : Supports achievement of the region volunteer engagement goals, blood collection goals, and community engagement mission goals by identifying and stewarding specific strategic relationships in the community and serving as a connector for internal stakeholders for these activities. Leverages the board mission capacity committee, biomed committee, diversity committee, and community volunteer leaders to meet established goals. 3. Develops and manages the chapter board to effectively mobilize support and resources around the Red Cross mission. The chapter board must meet all published board guidance for board membership, committees, and member engagement in the mission (has all required committees; board engagement plan completed for all board members using template provided; board members understand board member giving expectations and personally meet board member give and solicitation expectations). 4. Develops, leads, and manages community volunteer leaders who are responsible for serving as the Face of the Red Cross in assigned territories ; supporting mission capacity building by developing key community partnerships. 5. Influences to create an environment of teamwork and inclusion to effectively deliver against the Red Cross mission by ensuring that information flow is facilitated. The Executive Director informs the regional team, as well as volunteers and staff assigned to the chapter area, of community needs and communicates the American Red Cross programs and capacity needs to the community. 6. Serves as a member of the Elected Officials Liaison Network supporting disaster responses in the chapter area, regional area and nationally . May be asked to deploy to disasters outside the chapter jurisdiction for up to 2 weeks. WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED: Education: Four-year college degree (BS/BA) in Business, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Finance or non-profit administration or equivalent experience required. Prefer Master’s degree in the field of community organization, public or business administration or non-profit management. Experience: Minimum of 7 years related experience. Demonstrated ability to exercise good and timely judgment in complex situations. Demonstrated ability for strong communications and influencing skills along with public speaking and writing. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement fundraising strategies. Demonstrated ability to build sustain community relationships/partnerships Proven experience in influencing others and building relationships. Management Experience: Minimum 1 year- related management/supervisory experience preferred. Experience working in an environment requiring flexibility and managing change. Other: Proficient with MS Office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Familiarity with federal state and local employment laws. Skills & Abilities: Ability to work on a team. Travel: Travel within communities served and region, occasionally division. May travel and participate in meetings and conferences throughout chapter jurisdiction, state and Red Cross system. May include sitting for long periods of time, driving a vehicle and working under challenging conditions. A current valid driver's license and good driving record is required. *Combination of candidate’s education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description’s minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted). Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. The work environment will consist of moderate noise (i.e., business office with computers, phones and printers, light traffic). The employee must have the ability to work in a small cubicle and have the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. BENEFITS FOR YOU: We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn. Medical, Dental Vision plans Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts PTO + Holidays 401K with 4% match Paid Family Leave Employee Assistance Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term Service Awards and recognition #LI-MM1 IND123 Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Interested in Volunteering? Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
Feb 14, 2024
Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! Job Description: Why Choose Us? As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good. We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference. The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women’s Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions. At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine! We are currently seeking a professional, innovative and enthusiastic Executive Director for our Western North Carolina Chapter, based in Asheville, NC. The American Red Cross Western North Carolina Chapter serves a population of more than 775 thousand people in the counties of Buncombe, Cherokee, Clay, Eastern Band of the Cherokee Indians, Graham, Haywood, Henderson, Jackson, Macon, Madison, McDowell, Mitchell, Polk, Rutherford, Swain, Transylvania and Yancey. NOTE: In order to receive full consideration, please upload a formatted copy of your updated resume AND cover letter, when applying to this position. The hiring manager is requesting a cover letter, and your application will be considered incomplete without a cover letter. The successful candidate should live in the Asheville area. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: This position involves very little operational responsibility. It is an external-facing, community relations position. It is a plus if the successful candidate has established connections within the community. This position is responsible for supporting region-led mission capacity building, informing the regional leadership team of community needs and perceptions, and strengthening relationships across all elements of the community by communicating the American Red Cross programs, capabilities and opportunities for community involvement. Reporting to the Regional Chief Executive Officer, the position serves as the primary liaison to the community supported by Community Volunteer Leaders and the Chapter Board. This position works alongside the volunteers and employees assigned to deliver mission fulfillment in the Region and Chapter and is a member of the Region Leadership Team. This is accomplished through the following key areas of responsibility: 1. Serves as the Face of the Red Cross to maximize Red Cross presence and connectivity in the community and expand the community’s recognition of the breadth of the Red Cross contribution to the community. 2. Develops sustained community relationships to ensure capacity to achieve region mission goals. 3. Develops and manages the chapter board to effectively mobilize support and resources around the Red Cross mission. 4. Develops and manages community volunteer leaders to: serve as the Face of the Red Cross in assigned territories; to support mission capacity building by developing key community partnerships; and to recruit volunteers. 5. Influences to create an environment of teamwork and inclusion to effectively deliver against the Red Cross mission. Serves, when assigned, as a member of the Elected Officials Liaison Network supporting disaster responses across the nation. WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD: Serves as the Face of the Red Cross to maximize Red Cross presence and connectivity in the community and expand the community’s awareness of the breadth of the Red Cross contribution to the community. Manages a portfolio of strategic relationships with local elected officials and key community leaders and stakeholders with specific outcomes defined jointly by the Regional Executive and the Executive Director. This includes local elected government officials, legislators, and those with potential to collaborate with the Red Cross on volunteer recruitment and engagement, the disaster cycle (prepare, respond, recovery), Service to the Armed Forces, Training Services, and/or Biomedical Services as determined by the region. Conveys information and fosters increased awareness across the community of the full extent of Red Cross service delivery in a manner as to deepen the connectivity and commitment to the Red Cross as a primary partner, meriting community support. 2. Develops sustained community relationships to ensure capacity to achieve region mission goals. 2a. Revenue : ED to lead the chapter in supporting achievement of region revenue target, including support of Sound the Alarm events/STA fundraising target achievement (as applicable) and board member external solicitation goals; and meets assigned individual fundraising target by cultivating strong United Way relationships (as applicable), meeting annual chapter board member giving campaign, and maintaining a small number of key donor accounts as defined by the Regional Executive. 2.b. Mission Capacity Building : Supports achievement of the region volunteer engagement goals, blood collection goals, and community engagement mission goals by identifying and stewarding specific strategic relationships in the community and serving as a connector for internal stakeholders for these activities. Leverages the board mission capacity committee, biomed committee, diversity committee, and community volunteer leaders to meet established goals. 3. Develops and manages the chapter board to effectively mobilize support and resources around the Red Cross mission. The chapter board must meet all published board guidance for board membership, committees, and member engagement in the mission (has all required committees; board engagement plan completed for all board members using template provided; board members understand board member giving expectations and personally meet board member give and solicitation expectations). 4. Develops, leads, and manages community volunteer leaders who are responsible for serving as the Face of the Red Cross in assigned territories ; supporting mission capacity building by developing key community partnerships. 5. Influences to create an environment of teamwork and inclusion to effectively deliver against the Red Cross mission by ensuring that information flow is facilitated. The Executive Director informs the regional team, as well as volunteers and staff assigned to the chapter area, of community needs and communicates the American Red Cross programs and capacity needs to the community. 6. Serves as a member of the Elected Officials Liaison Network supporting disaster responses in the chapter area, regional area and nationally . May be asked to deploy to disasters outside the chapter jurisdiction for up to 2 weeks. WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED: Education: Four-year college degree (BS/BA) in Business, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Finance or non-profit administration or equivalent experience required. Prefer Master’s degree in the field of community organization, public or business administration or non-profit management. Experience: Minimum of 7 years related experience. Demonstrated ability to exercise good and timely judgment in complex situations. Demonstrated ability for strong communications and influencing skills along with public speaking and writing. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement fundraising strategies. Demonstrated ability to build sustain community relationships/partnerships Proven experience in influencing others and building relationships. Management Experience: Minimum 1 year- related management/supervisory experience preferred. Experience working in an environment requiring flexibility and managing change. Other: Proficient with MS Office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Familiarity with federal state and local employment laws. Skills & Abilities: Ability to work on a team. Travel: Travel within communities served and region, occasionally division. May travel and participate in meetings and conferences throughout chapter jurisdiction, state and Red Cross system. May include sitting for long periods of time, driving a vehicle and working under challenging conditions. A current valid driver's license and good driving record is required. *Combination of candidate’s education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description’s minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted). Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. The work environment will consist of moderate noise (i.e., business office with computers, phones and printers, light traffic). The employee must have the ability to work in a small cubicle and have the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. BENEFITS FOR YOU: We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn. Medical, Dental Vision plans Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts PTO + Holidays 401K with 4% match Paid Family Leave Employee Assistance Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term Service Awards and recognition #LI-MM1 IND123 Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Interested in Volunteering? Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
The College of Charleston
Charleston, South Carolina
Director, Call Me MISTER Program
Posting Details
POSTING INFORMATION
Internal Title
Director, Call Me MISTER Program
Position Type
Unclassified
Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration
Administration
Pay Band
Level
Department
School of Education Admin
Job Purpose
Director of Call Me MISTER ( CMM ) oversees operations and strategic planning for the CMM program at the CofC, as well as new initiatives aimed at developing qualified and diverse candidates to serve in schools across the state.
Minimum Requirements
Master’s degree in education (or related field) is required, doctorate preferred. Minimum three years of teaching experience in public schools is required. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Experience working with students in a higher education environment
Demonstrated understanding and commitment to increase teacher diversity in SC’s preK-8 classrooms
Ability to work effectively within a team setting
Ability to manage fiscal and other resources efficiently
Potential to manage student workers or temporary staff
Additional Comments Regarding Position
Local and in-state travel expected. Please upload a cover letter and CV.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.
Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.
All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu .
Salary
Commensurate with Experience/Education
Posting Date
02/08/2024
Closing Date
02/29/2024
Benefits
Insurance: Health/Dental/Vision
Life Insurance
Paid Leave: Sick/Annual/Parental
Retirement
Long Term Disability
Paid Holidays
Free CARTA Bus Service
Employee Tuition Assistance Program ( ETAP )
Employee Assistance Program ( EAP )
Full Benefits Package – Click Here
Open Until Filled
No
Posting Number
2024016
EEO Statement
The College of Charleston is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or disability.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/14986
Job Duties
Job Duties
Activity
Directs daily operations and campus vision of the CMM program to include developing and implementing recruitment, selection, retention, outreach, and alumni engagement activities. Work closely with the statewide network of CMM programs, prepares program reports for internal and external stakeholders, including Clemson University. Initiates and supports new programs designed to attract and retain minority students majoring in education.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
50
Activity
Serves as a secondary academic advisor to current and prospective CMM candidates. Mentors each student on the importance of their academic performance, personal development, and professionalism.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
30
Activity
Teaches courses within School of Education – one class Fall semester and one class Spring semester that fall within the background of the Director.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
10
Activity
Represents the School of Education in recruitment, outreach, and related initiatives at the local, national, and international level.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
10
Feb 09, 2024
Full time
Director, Call Me MISTER Program
Posting Details
POSTING INFORMATION
Internal Title
Director, Call Me MISTER Program
Position Type
Unclassified
Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration
Administration
Pay Band
Level
Department
School of Education Admin
Job Purpose
Director of Call Me MISTER ( CMM ) oversees operations and strategic planning for the CMM program at the CofC, as well as new initiatives aimed at developing qualified and diverse candidates to serve in schools across the state.
Minimum Requirements
Master’s degree in education (or related field) is required, doctorate preferred. Minimum three years of teaching experience in public schools is required. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Experience working with students in a higher education environment
Demonstrated understanding and commitment to increase teacher diversity in SC’s preK-8 classrooms
Ability to work effectively within a team setting
Ability to manage fiscal and other resources efficiently
Potential to manage student workers or temporary staff
Additional Comments Regarding Position
Local and in-state travel expected. Please upload a cover letter and CV.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.
Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.
All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu .
Salary
Commensurate with Experience/Education
Posting Date
02/08/2024
Closing Date
02/29/2024
Benefits
Insurance: Health/Dental/Vision
Life Insurance
Paid Leave: Sick/Annual/Parental
Retirement
Long Term Disability
Paid Holidays
Free CARTA Bus Service
Employee Tuition Assistance Program ( ETAP )
Employee Assistance Program ( EAP )
Full Benefits Package – Click Here
Open Until Filled
No
Posting Number
2024016
EEO Statement
The College of Charleston is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or disability.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/14986
Job Duties
Job Duties
Activity
Directs daily operations and campus vision of the CMM program to include developing and implementing recruitment, selection, retention, outreach, and alumni engagement activities. Work closely with the statewide network of CMM programs, prepares program reports for internal and external stakeholders, including Clemson University. Initiates and supports new programs designed to attract and retain minority students majoring in education.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
50
Activity
Serves as a secondary academic advisor to current and prospective CMM candidates. Mentors each student on the importance of their academic performance, personal development, and professionalism.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
30
Activity
Teaches courses within School of Education – one class Fall semester and one class Spring semester that fall within the background of the Director.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
10
Activity
Represents the School of Education in recruitment, outreach, and related initiatives at the local, national, and international level.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
10
Pennsylvania Deputy Field Organizer (Multiple Locations)
THE ROLE:
NextGen America is seeking passionate and hardworking candidates to join our youth organizing program in Pennsylvania, working to engage young people in electoral politics by registering thousands of young people to vote across the state. NextGen is committed to engaging young people in Pennsylvania in the political process and increasing participation among 18-35 year olds. This role will be focused on organizing in one of several regions in Pennsylvania as part of this ambitious effort.
This role is available in the following locations:
Pittsburgh - University of Pittsburgh, Carnegie Mellon University
Philadelphia - Temple University, Drexel University, University of Pennsylvania
State College - Pennsylvania State University
The primary work location for this role will be assigned at time of hire. This is an in-person position and you will be required to work on your primary campus according to the schedule laid out below.
In Pennsylvania, this effort will focus on organizing young people on campuses and the surrounding communities to bring progressive change to government through voting. Our work will engage young people in voter registration efforts, volunteer recruitment, and pledging young people to vote. Organizers need to be comfortable and confident in: mobilizing their own community, growing their network to include new volunteers to train, and motivating community leaders to help register and mobilize their own networks. Organizers are directly responsible for managing a team of volunteers in their region to hit weekly and phase metric goals.
This role reports to the Regional Organizing Director.
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Remote Position: No
Union Position: Yes
Travel Requirements: 10% outside of assigned turf
End Date: 5/15/2014
WHAT YOU’LL ACHIEVE:
Hit defined field goals, including voter registration, traditional grassroots voter contact, digital outreach, and event planning and turnout
Meet all data and field reporting deadlines
In-person organizing, including voter and community engagement at businesses, campuses and NextGen-sponsored events
Work with college administrations to increase civic participation and voter registration within the campus community
Implement a digital-forward organizing program that includes social media, direct outreach online, phone banking, text banking and creative tactics to reach voters where they are
Develop NextGen student clubs on campuses and work with student leaders to run these clubs and host events on campus and online
Develop relationships and partnerships with local community and student groups
Plan and host events within the community, on campus, and virtually
Recruit and train a local volunteer team that will organize their networks around voter registration drives and get out the vote efforts
Perform other duties as assigned
REQUIRED SCHEDULE & AVAILABILITY:
This role has a structured schedule as defined in the collective bargaining agreement between represented field staff and NextGen. As with most jobs in field organizing, the schedule for this role will fluctuate based on the time of year. This position is a part time non-exempt position and the hours here are general expectations for what the time requirement will be to effectively complete your responsibilities. Applicants must have the willingness and ability to work the following schedule:
A work schedule consisting of approximately 3-5 hours per day, 3 days per week
General availability to work weekends
A high capacity work schedule during designated events (For example: campus welcome weeks, the weeks leading up to voter registration deadlines) consisting of approximately 3-5 hours per day, 4 days per week
ABOUT YOU:
Ability to work independently and remotely
Effective communicator in a digital and largely online environment
Driven by a strong work ethic
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to adapt to evolving priorities and manage several tasks simultaneously
Previous electoral organizing experience is a plus
Bilingual candidates are a plus
SALARY INFORMATION:
The salary for this position is $22.44/hour. This salary is non-negotiable per Campaign Workers Guild (Union) and NextGen America’s collective bargaining agreement.
ABOUT NEXTGEN AMERICA:
NextGen America is the leading national organization for engaging young people through voter education, registration and mobilization. We invite 18-to-35 year olds — the largest and most diverse generation in American history — into our democracy to ensure our government works for them and to find new solutions to the dire challenges facing our society and the world. Since 2013, NextGen America has registered more than 1.4 million young voters and educated many millions more.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage people of diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. We value and are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion as an organization--in theory and in practice, and our culture reflects that value and commitment. We are committed to furthering issues like climate change, health care, and immigration from a progressive perspective, and we seek to engage the public in these areas as well as others. We also recognize the urgency of confronting institutional racism and inequity within our political system and strive to make positive changes within our system as a result.
Feb 08, 2024
Part time
Pennsylvania Deputy Field Organizer (Multiple Locations)
THE ROLE:
NextGen America is seeking passionate and hardworking candidates to join our youth organizing program in Pennsylvania, working to engage young people in electoral politics by registering thousands of young people to vote across the state. NextGen is committed to engaging young people in Pennsylvania in the political process and increasing participation among 18-35 year olds. This role will be focused on organizing in one of several regions in Pennsylvania as part of this ambitious effort.
This role is available in the following locations:
Pittsburgh - University of Pittsburgh, Carnegie Mellon University
Philadelphia - Temple University, Drexel University, University of Pennsylvania
State College - Pennsylvania State University
The primary work location for this role will be assigned at time of hire. This is an in-person position and you will be required to work on your primary campus according to the schedule laid out below.
In Pennsylvania, this effort will focus on organizing young people on campuses and the surrounding communities to bring progressive change to government through voting. Our work will engage young people in voter registration efforts, volunteer recruitment, and pledging young people to vote. Organizers need to be comfortable and confident in: mobilizing their own community, growing their network to include new volunteers to train, and motivating community leaders to help register and mobilize their own networks. Organizers are directly responsible for managing a team of volunteers in their region to hit weekly and phase metric goals.
This role reports to the Regional Organizing Director.
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Remote Position: No
Union Position: Yes
Travel Requirements: 10% outside of assigned turf
End Date: 5/15/2014
WHAT YOU’LL ACHIEVE:
Hit defined field goals, including voter registration, traditional grassroots voter contact, digital outreach, and event planning and turnout
Meet all data and field reporting deadlines
In-person organizing, including voter and community engagement at businesses, campuses and NextGen-sponsored events
Work with college administrations to increase civic participation and voter registration within the campus community
Implement a digital-forward organizing program that includes social media, direct outreach online, phone banking, text banking and creative tactics to reach voters where they are
Develop NextGen student clubs on campuses and work with student leaders to run these clubs and host events on campus and online
Develop relationships and partnerships with local community and student groups
Plan and host events within the community, on campus, and virtually
Recruit and train a local volunteer team that will organize their networks around voter registration drives and get out the vote efforts
Perform other duties as assigned
REQUIRED SCHEDULE & AVAILABILITY:
This role has a structured schedule as defined in the collective bargaining agreement between represented field staff and NextGen. As with most jobs in field organizing, the schedule for this role will fluctuate based on the time of year. This position is a part time non-exempt position and the hours here are general expectations for what the time requirement will be to effectively complete your responsibilities. Applicants must have the willingness and ability to work the following schedule:
A work schedule consisting of approximately 3-5 hours per day, 3 days per week
General availability to work weekends
A high capacity work schedule during designated events (For example: campus welcome weeks, the weeks leading up to voter registration deadlines) consisting of approximately 3-5 hours per day, 4 days per week
ABOUT YOU:
Ability to work independently and remotely
Effective communicator in a digital and largely online environment
Driven by a strong work ethic
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to adapt to evolving priorities and manage several tasks simultaneously
Previous electoral organizing experience is a plus
Bilingual candidates are a plus
SALARY INFORMATION:
The salary for this position is $22.44/hour. This salary is non-negotiable per Campaign Workers Guild (Union) and NextGen America’s collective bargaining agreement.
ABOUT NEXTGEN AMERICA:
NextGen America is the leading national organization for engaging young people through voter education, registration and mobilization. We invite 18-to-35 year olds — the largest and most diverse generation in American history — into our democracy to ensure our government works for them and to find new solutions to the dire challenges facing our society and the world. Since 2013, NextGen America has registered more than 1.4 million young voters and educated many millions more.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage people of diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. We value and are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion as an organization--in theory and in practice, and our culture reflects that value and commitment. We are committed to furthering issues like climate change, health care, and immigration from a progressive perspective, and we seek to engage the public in these areas as well as others. We also recognize the urgency of confronting institutional racism and inequity within our political system and strive to make positive changes within our system as a result.
Michigan Field Organizer (Detroit)
THE ROLE:
NextGen America is seeking passionate and hardworking candidates to join our youth organizing program in Michigan, working to engage young people in electoral politics by registering thousands of young people to vote across the state. NextGen is committed to engaging young people in Michigan in the political process and increasing participation among 18-35 year olds. This role will be focused on organizing in one of several regions in Michigan as part of this ambitious effort.
The primary work location for this role will be Wayne State University. This is an in-person position and you will be required to work on your primary campus according to the schedule laid out below.
In Michigan, this effort will focus on organizing young people on campuses and the surrounding communities to bring progressive change to government through voting. Our work will engage young people in voter registration efforts, volunteer recruitment, and pledging young people to vote. Organizers need to be comfortable and confident in: mobilizing their own community, growing their network to include new volunteers to train, and motivating community leaders to help register and mobilize their own networks. Organizers are directly responsible for managing a team of volunteers in their region to hit weekly and phase metric goals.
This role reports to the Regional Organizing Director.
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Remote Position: No
Union Position: Yes
Travel Requirements: 25% outside of assigned turf
End Date: 11/15/2024
WHAT YOU’LL ACHIEVE:
Hit defined field goals, including voter registration, traditional grassroots voter contact, digital outreach, and event planning and turnout
Meet all data and field reporting deadlines
In-person organizing, including voter and community engagement at businesses, campuses and NextGen-sponsored events
Work with college administrations to increase civic participation and voter registration within the campus community
Implement a digital-forward organizing program that includes social media, direct outreach online, phone banking, text banking and creative tactics to reach voters where they are
Develop NextGen student clubs on campuses and work with student leaders to run these clubs and host events on campus and online
Develop relationships and partnerships with local community and student groups
Plan and host events within the community, on campus, and virtually
Recruit and train a local volunteer team that will organize their networks around voter registration drives and get out the vote efforts
Perform other duties as assigned
REQUIRED SCHEDULE & AVAILABILITY:
This role has a structured schedule as defined in the collective bargaining agreement between represented field staff and NextGen. As with most jobs in field organizing, the schedule for this role will fluctuate based on the time of year. This position is a full time exempt position and the hours here are general expectations for what the time requirement will be to effectively complete your responsibilities. Applicants must have the willingness and ability to work the following schedule:
A work schedule consisting of approximately 8-10 hours per day, 5 days per week
General availability to work weekends and irregular hours
A high capacity work schedule during designated events (For example: campus welcome weeks, the weeks leading up to voter registration deadlines) consisting of approximately 10-12 hours per day, 6 days per week
A work schedule consisting of up to 12 hours per day, 7 days per week for the 14 days leading up to the General Election (on even years only)
ABOUT YOU:
Ability to work independently and remotely
Effective communicator in a digital and largely online environment
Driven by a strong work ethic
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to adapt to evolving priorities and manage several tasks simultaneously
Previous electoral organizing experience is a plus
Bilingual candidates are a plus
SALARY INFORMATION:
The salary for this position is $4,632.50/month . This salary is non-negotiable per Campaign Workers Guild (Union) and NextGen America’s collective bargaining agreement.
BENEFITS:
Our comprehensive benefits package plays an essential part in how we recognize you for your critical contribution toward our organization’s mission.
Taking Care of Your Future:
Medical, dental and vision insurance: 100% coverage for you and for your dependents
Short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance
401(k) plan - we’ll match 100% up to 4% of your salary
Setting You Up for Success:
Up to $150 per month to use toward your cell phone and internet costs
$100 per month to use toward your personal health and wellness goals
Flexible spending account for dependent care
Prioritizing Your Work/Life Balance:
Generous PTO and leave policies
18 paid organization-wide holidays
ABOUT NEXTGEN AMERICA:
NextGen America is the leading national organization for engaging young people through voter education, registration and mobilization. We invite 18-to-35 year olds — the largest and most diverse generation in American history — into our democracy to ensure our government works for them and to find new solutions to the dire challenges facing our society and the world. Since 2013, NextGen America has registered more than 1.4 million young voters and educated many millions more.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage people of diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. We value and are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion as an organization--in theory and in practice, and our culture reflects that value and commitment. We are committed to furthering issues like climate change, health care, and immigration from a progressive perspective, and we seek to engage the public in these areas as well as others. We also recognize the urgency of confronting institutional racism and inequity within our political system and strive to make positive changes within our system as a result.
Feb 06, 2024
Full time
Michigan Field Organizer (Detroit)
THE ROLE:
NextGen America is seeking passionate and hardworking candidates to join our youth organizing program in Michigan, working to engage young people in electoral politics by registering thousands of young people to vote across the state. NextGen is committed to engaging young people in Michigan in the political process and increasing participation among 18-35 year olds. This role will be focused on organizing in one of several regions in Michigan as part of this ambitious effort.
The primary work location for this role will be Wayne State University. This is an in-person position and you will be required to work on your primary campus according to the schedule laid out below.
In Michigan, this effort will focus on organizing young people on campuses and the surrounding communities to bring progressive change to government through voting. Our work will engage young people in voter registration efforts, volunteer recruitment, and pledging young people to vote. Organizers need to be comfortable and confident in: mobilizing their own community, growing their network to include new volunteers to train, and motivating community leaders to help register and mobilize their own networks. Organizers are directly responsible for managing a team of volunteers in their region to hit weekly and phase metric goals.
This role reports to the Regional Organizing Director.
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Remote Position: No
Union Position: Yes
Travel Requirements: 25% outside of assigned turf
End Date: 11/15/2024
WHAT YOU’LL ACHIEVE:
Hit defined field goals, including voter registration, traditional grassroots voter contact, digital outreach, and event planning and turnout
Meet all data and field reporting deadlines
In-person organizing, including voter and community engagement at businesses, campuses and NextGen-sponsored events
Work with college administrations to increase civic participation and voter registration within the campus community
Implement a digital-forward organizing program that includes social media, direct outreach online, phone banking, text banking and creative tactics to reach voters where they are
Develop NextGen student clubs on campuses and work with student leaders to run these clubs and host events on campus and online
Develop relationships and partnerships with local community and student groups
Plan and host events within the community, on campus, and virtually
Recruit and train a local volunteer team that will organize their networks around voter registration drives and get out the vote efforts
Perform other duties as assigned
REQUIRED SCHEDULE & AVAILABILITY:
This role has a structured schedule as defined in the collective bargaining agreement between represented field staff and NextGen. As with most jobs in field organizing, the schedule for this role will fluctuate based on the time of year. This position is a full time exempt position and the hours here are general expectations for what the time requirement will be to effectively complete your responsibilities. Applicants must have the willingness and ability to work the following schedule:
A work schedule consisting of approximately 8-10 hours per day, 5 days per week
General availability to work weekends and irregular hours
A high capacity work schedule during designated events (For example: campus welcome weeks, the weeks leading up to voter registration deadlines) consisting of approximately 10-12 hours per day, 6 days per week
A work schedule consisting of up to 12 hours per day, 7 days per week for the 14 days leading up to the General Election (on even years only)
ABOUT YOU:
Ability to work independently and remotely
Effective communicator in a digital and largely online environment
Driven by a strong work ethic
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to adapt to evolving priorities and manage several tasks simultaneously
Previous electoral organizing experience is a plus
Bilingual candidates are a plus
SALARY INFORMATION:
The salary for this position is $4,632.50/month . This salary is non-negotiable per Campaign Workers Guild (Union) and NextGen America’s collective bargaining agreement.
BENEFITS:
Our comprehensive benefits package plays an essential part in how we recognize you for your critical contribution toward our organization’s mission.
Taking Care of Your Future:
Medical, dental and vision insurance: 100% coverage for you and for your dependents
Short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance
401(k) plan - we’ll match 100% up to 4% of your salary
Setting You Up for Success:
Up to $150 per month to use toward your cell phone and internet costs
$100 per month to use toward your personal health and wellness goals
Flexible spending account for dependent care
Prioritizing Your Work/Life Balance:
Generous PTO and leave policies
18 paid organization-wide holidays
ABOUT NEXTGEN AMERICA:
NextGen America is the leading national organization for engaging young people through voter education, registration and mobilization. We invite 18-to-35 year olds — the largest and most diverse generation in American history — into our democracy to ensure our government works for them and to find new solutions to the dire challenges facing our society and the world. Since 2013, NextGen America has registered more than 1.4 million young voters and educated many millions more.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage people of diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. We value and are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion as an organization--in theory and in practice, and our culture reflects that value and commitment. We are committed to furthering issues like climate change, health care, and immigration from a progressive perspective, and we seek to engage the public in these areas as well as others. We also recognize the urgency of confronting institutional racism and inequity within our political system and strive to make positive changes within our system as a result.
ABOUT GREAT RIVER GREENING
Great River Greening is a leading environmental restoration nonprofit with a mission to inspire, engage, and lead local communities in conserving and caring for the land and water that enrich our lives. We have a small, but mighty team that restores 5,000+ acres of land across Minnesota annually. We offer flexibility, a friendly work culture, supportive Board of Directors, hybrid work options, and opportunities to grow.
Great River Greening values Science, Community, Partnership, Education, and Environmental Equity. Great River Greening is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates of all backgrounds, including women, candidates of color, LGBTQ, or candidates with non-traditional work or experience backgrounds are encouraged to apply. See www.greatrivergreening.org for more information.
Position Description
The Human Resources Associate works with the Finance & Administrative team to support Great River Greening’s overall goal to align the staff team with the organization’s strategic objectives in a positive and productive work environment. This professional is responsible for supporting the recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and retaining team members. Help protect Minnesota’s land and water through your people and organizational skills!
The Human Resources Associate reports to the Finance & Administration Director. The position is an exempt, full-time role with benefits including health, dental, 401k, LTD, Dependent Care and Health Care FSA, life insurance, and a PTO plan. Salary range is $50,000 - $60,000 annually, depending upon experience. Great River Greening offers a flexible workplace and staff are currently working hybrid, with one day in the office—Tuesdays—required.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Recruiting, Hiring, Onboarding – 30%
Execute end-to-end recruitment processes, including drafting job descriptions, posting openings, reviewing resumes, and conducting initial candidate screenings.
Coordinate interviews, assess candidates' qualifications, and collaborate with hiring managers to facilitate the selection process.
Conduct onboarding procedures for new hires, ensuring a seamless integration into the organization.
Benefits and Insurance – 30%
Administer employee benefits programs, including health, dental, 401k, life insurance, and health spending accounts (HSA).
Serve as a point of contact for employees regarding benefits-related inquiries and assist in problem resolution.
Collaborate with external vendors and insurance providers to ensure effective and competitive benefits offerings.
Conduct benefits orientation sessions for new employees, explaining available options and facilitating enrollment processes.
Employee Relations – 20%
Foster positive employee relations by addressing inquiries, concerns, and conflicts in a timely and effective manner.
Collaborate with leadership to facilitate and continuously improve the annual performance assessment process.
Conduct exit interviews and analyze feedback to identify trends and areas for improvement.
Maintain confidential employee records and documentation related to employee relations matters.
Workplace Culture – 20%
Support and help champion the organization's commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice by integrating inclusive practices into all aspects of our workplace environment.
Coordinate and promote staff training sessions, professional development initiatives, and other employee engagement activities.
Contribute to the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures
Perform general administrative support and other duties as assigned.
Skills and Abilities
Strong customer service skills with internal and external stakeholders.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with partners who are significantly diverse with respect to age, race, ethnicity, gender orientation, socio-economic status, nationality, and religion.
High emotional intelligence, high cultural competency, strong personal alignment with Great River Greening’s diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice values.
Understanding of HR policies and procedures including local, state, and federal compliance.
Ability to maintain absolute confidentiality regarding employee information.
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
A “yes and” attitude! Open to new ideas, collaborative, and excited to figure out what works.
A passion for the mission and values of Great River Greening.
Qualifications
2+ years translatable or direct experience in Human Resources.
Knowledge of MS Office programs, Sharepoint, and QuickBooks Online a plus.
Application Instructions
Submit cover letter addressing the qualifications and resume by e-mail to: Grant Seipkes, Director of Finance and Administration, gseipkes@greatrivergreening.org
Rolling application and position is open until filled.
Jan 30, 2024
Full time
ABOUT GREAT RIVER GREENING
Great River Greening is a leading environmental restoration nonprofit with a mission to inspire, engage, and lead local communities in conserving and caring for the land and water that enrich our lives. We have a small, but mighty team that restores 5,000+ acres of land across Minnesota annually. We offer flexibility, a friendly work culture, supportive Board of Directors, hybrid work options, and opportunities to grow.
Great River Greening values Science, Community, Partnership, Education, and Environmental Equity. Great River Greening is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates of all backgrounds, including women, candidates of color, LGBTQ, or candidates with non-traditional work or experience backgrounds are encouraged to apply. See www.greatrivergreening.org for more information.
Position Description
The Human Resources Associate works with the Finance & Administrative team to support Great River Greening’s overall goal to align the staff team with the organization’s strategic objectives in a positive and productive work environment. This professional is responsible for supporting the recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and retaining team members. Help protect Minnesota’s land and water through your people and organizational skills!
The Human Resources Associate reports to the Finance & Administration Director. The position is an exempt, full-time role with benefits including health, dental, 401k, LTD, Dependent Care and Health Care FSA, life insurance, and a PTO plan. Salary range is $50,000 - $60,000 annually, depending upon experience. Great River Greening offers a flexible workplace and staff are currently working hybrid, with one day in the office—Tuesdays—required.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Recruiting, Hiring, Onboarding – 30%
Execute end-to-end recruitment processes, including drafting job descriptions, posting openings, reviewing resumes, and conducting initial candidate screenings.
Coordinate interviews, assess candidates' qualifications, and collaborate with hiring managers to facilitate the selection process.
Conduct onboarding procedures for new hires, ensuring a seamless integration into the organization.
Benefits and Insurance – 30%
Administer employee benefits programs, including health, dental, 401k, life insurance, and health spending accounts (HSA).
Serve as a point of contact for employees regarding benefits-related inquiries and assist in problem resolution.
Collaborate with external vendors and insurance providers to ensure effective and competitive benefits offerings.
Conduct benefits orientation sessions for new employees, explaining available options and facilitating enrollment processes.
Employee Relations – 20%
Foster positive employee relations by addressing inquiries, concerns, and conflicts in a timely and effective manner.
Collaborate with leadership to facilitate and continuously improve the annual performance assessment process.
Conduct exit interviews and analyze feedback to identify trends and areas for improvement.
Maintain confidential employee records and documentation related to employee relations matters.
Workplace Culture – 20%
Support and help champion the organization's commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice by integrating inclusive practices into all aspects of our workplace environment.
Coordinate and promote staff training sessions, professional development initiatives, and other employee engagement activities.
Contribute to the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures
Perform general administrative support and other duties as assigned.
Skills and Abilities
Strong customer service skills with internal and external stakeholders.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with partners who are significantly diverse with respect to age, race, ethnicity, gender orientation, socio-economic status, nationality, and religion.
High emotional intelligence, high cultural competency, strong personal alignment with Great River Greening’s diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice values.
Understanding of HR policies and procedures including local, state, and federal compliance.
Ability to maintain absolute confidentiality regarding employee information.
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
A “yes and” attitude! Open to new ideas, collaborative, and excited to figure out what works.
A passion for the mission and values of Great River Greening.
Qualifications
2+ years translatable or direct experience in Human Resources.
Knowledge of MS Office programs, Sharepoint, and QuickBooks Online a plus.
Application Instructions
Submit cover letter addressing the qualifications and resume by e-mail to: Grant Seipkes, Director of Finance and Administration, gseipkes@greatrivergreening.org
Rolling application and position is open until filled.
NextGen America is seeking passionate and hardworking candidates to join our youth organizing program in Arizona, working to engage young people in electoral politics by registering thousands of young people to vote across the state. NextGen is committed to engaging young people in Arizona in the political process and increasing participation among 18-35 year olds. This role will be focused on organizing in one of several regions in Arizona as part of this ambitious effort.
The primary work location for this role will be Arizona State University. This is an in-person position and you will be required to work on your primary campus according to the schedule laid out below.
In Arizona, this effort will focus on organizing young people on campuses and the surrounding communities to bring progressive change to government through voting. Our work will engage young people in voter registration efforts, volunteer recruitment, and pledging young people to vote. Organizers need to be comfortable and confident in: mobilizing their own community, growing their network to include new volunteers to train, and motivating community leaders to help register and mobilize their own networks. Organizers are directly responsible for managing a team of volunteers in their region to hit weekly and phase metric goals.
This role reports to the Regional Organizing Director.
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Remote Position: No
Union Position: Yes
Travel Requirements: 25% outside of assigned turf
End Date: 11/15/2024
WHAT YOU’LL ACHIEVE:
Hit defined field goals, including voter registration, traditional grassroots voter contact, digital outreach, and event planning and turnout
Meet all data and field reporting deadlines
In-person organizing, including voter and community engagement at businesses, campuses and NextGen-sponsored events
Work with college administrations to increase civic participation and voter registration within the campus community
Implement a digital-forward organizing program that includes social media, direct outreach online, phone banking, text banking and creative tactics to reach voters where they are
Develop NextGen student clubs on campuses and work with student leaders to run these clubs and host events on campus and online
Develop relationships and partnerships with local community and student groups
Plan and host events within the community, on campus, and virtually
Recruit and train a local volunteer team that will organize their networks around voter registration drives and get out the vote efforts
Perform other duties as assigned
REQUIRED SCHEDULE & AVAILABILITY:
This role has a structured schedule as defined in the collective bargaining agreement between represented field staff and NextGen. As with most jobs in field organizing, the schedule for this role will fluctuate based on the time of year. This position is a full time exempt position and the hours here are general expectations for what the time requirement will be to effectively complete your responsibilities. Applicants must have the willingness and ability to work the following schedule:
A work schedule consisting of approximately 8-10 hours per day, 5 days per week
General availability to work weekends and irregular hours
A high capacity work schedule during designated events (For example: campus welcome weeks, the weeks leading up to voter registration deadlines) consisting of approximately 10-12 hours per day, 6 days per week
A work schedule consisting of up to 12 hours per day, 7 days per week for the 14 days leading up to the General Election (on even years only)
ABOUT YOU:
Ability to work independently and remotely
Effective communicator in a digital and largely online environment
Driven by a strong work ethic
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to adapt to evolving priorities and manage several tasks simultaneously
Previous electoral organizing experience is a plus
Bilingual candidates are a plus
SALARY INFORMATION:
The salary for this position is $4,632.50/month . This salary is non-negotiable per Campaign Workers Guild (Union) and NextGen America’s collective bargaining agreement.
BENEFITS:
Our comprehensive benefits package plays an essential part in how we recognize you for your critical contribution toward our organization’s mission.
Taking Care of Your Future:
Medical, dental and vision insurance: 100% coverage for you and for your dependents
Short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance
401(k) plan - we’ll match 100% up to 4% of your salary
Setting You Up for Success:
$150 per month to use toward your cell phone and internet costs
$100 per month to use toward your personal health and wellness goals
Flexible spending account for dependent care
Prioritizing Your Work/Life Balance:
Generous PTO and leave policies
18 paid organization-wide holidays
ABOUT NEXTGEN AMERICA:
NextGen America is the leading national organization for engaging young people through voter education, registration and mobilization. We invite 18-to-35 year olds — the largest and most diverse generation in American history — into our democracy to ensure our government works for them and to find new solutions to the dire challenges facing our society and the world. Since 2013, NextGen America has registered more than 1.4 million young voters and educated many millions more.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage people of diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. We value and are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion as an organization--in theory and in practice, and our culture reflects that value and commitment. We are committed to furthering issues like climate change, health care, and immigration from a progressive perspective, and we seek to engage the public in these areas as well as others. We also recognize the urgency of confronting institutional racism and inequity within our political system and strive to make positive changes within our system as a result.
Jan 19, 2024
Full time
NextGen America is seeking passionate and hardworking candidates to join our youth organizing program in Arizona, working to engage young people in electoral politics by registering thousands of young people to vote across the state. NextGen is committed to engaging young people in Arizona in the political process and increasing participation among 18-35 year olds. This role will be focused on organizing in one of several regions in Arizona as part of this ambitious effort.
The primary work location for this role will be Arizona State University. This is an in-person position and you will be required to work on your primary campus according to the schedule laid out below.
In Arizona, this effort will focus on organizing young people on campuses and the surrounding communities to bring progressive change to government through voting. Our work will engage young people in voter registration efforts, volunteer recruitment, and pledging young people to vote. Organizers need to be comfortable and confident in: mobilizing their own community, growing their network to include new volunteers to train, and motivating community leaders to help register and mobilize their own networks. Organizers are directly responsible for managing a team of volunteers in their region to hit weekly and phase metric goals.
This role reports to the Regional Organizing Director.
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Remote Position: No
Union Position: Yes
Travel Requirements: 25% outside of assigned turf
End Date: 11/15/2024
WHAT YOU’LL ACHIEVE:
Hit defined field goals, including voter registration, traditional grassroots voter contact, digital outreach, and event planning and turnout
Meet all data and field reporting deadlines
In-person organizing, including voter and community engagement at businesses, campuses and NextGen-sponsored events
Work with college administrations to increase civic participation and voter registration within the campus community
Implement a digital-forward organizing program that includes social media, direct outreach online, phone banking, text banking and creative tactics to reach voters where they are
Develop NextGen student clubs on campuses and work with student leaders to run these clubs and host events on campus and online
Develop relationships and partnerships with local community and student groups
Plan and host events within the community, on campus, and virtually
Recruit and train a local volunteer team that will organize their networks around voter registration drives and get out the vote efforts
Perform other duties as assigned
REQUIRED SCHEDULE & AVAILABILITY:
This role has a structured schedule as defined in the collective bargaining agreement between represented field staff and NextGen. As with most jobs in field organizing, the schedule for this role will fluctuate based on the time of year. This position is a full time exempt position and the hours here are general expectations for what the time requirement will be to effectively complete your responsibilities. Applicants must have the willingness and ability to work the following schedule:
A work schedule consisting of approximately 8-10 hours per day, 5 days per week
General availability to work weekends and irregular hours
A high capacity work schedule during designated events (For example: campus welcome weeks, the weeks leading up to voter registration deadlines) consisting of approximately 10-12 hours per day, 6 days per week
A work schedule consisting of up to 12 hours per day, 7 days per week for the 14 days leading up to the General Election (on even years only)
ABOUT YOU:
Ability to work independently and remotely
Effective communicator in a digital and largely online environment
Driven by a strong work ethic
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to adapt to evolving priorities and manage several tasks simultaneously
Previous electoral organizing experience is a plus
Bilingual candidates are a plus
SALARY INFORMATION:
The salary for this position is $4,632.50/month . This salary is non-negotiable per Campaign Workers Guild (Union) and NextGen America’s collective bargaining agreement.
BENEFITS:
Our comprehensive benefits package plays an essential part in how we recognize you for your critical contribution toward our organization’s mission.
Taking Care of Your Future:
Medical, dental and vision insurance: 100% coverage for you and for your dependents
Short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance
401(k) plan - we’ll match 100% up to 4% of your salary
Setting You Up for Success:
$150 per month to use toward your cell phone and internet costs
$100 per month to use toward your personal health and wellness goals
Flexible spending account for dependent care
Prioritizing Your Work/Life Balance:
Generous PTO and leave policies
18 paid organization-wide holidays
ABOUT NEXTGEN AMERICA:
NextGen America is the leading national organization for engaging young people through voter education, registration and mobilization. We invite 18-to-35 year olds — the largest and most diverse generation in American history — into our democracy to ensure our government works for them and to find new solutions to the dire challenges facing our society and the world. Since 2013, NextGen America has registered more than 1.4 million young voters and educated many millions more.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage people of diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. We value and are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion as an organization--in theory and in practice, and our culture reflects that value and commitment. We are committed to furthering issues like climate change, health care, and immigration from a progressive perspective, and we seek to engage the public in these areas as well as others. We also recognize the urgency of confronting institutional racism and inequity within our political system and strive to make positive changes within our system as a result.
League of Conservation Voters
Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely and/or from an LCV office)
Title : Vice President, Membership & Direct Response Fundraising Department: Development Status : Exempt Reports: To : Senior Vice President of Development Positions Reporting to This Position : Director of Monthly Giving and Online Engagement , Associate Manager of Digital Marketing Location: Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely and/or from an LCV office) Travel Requirements: Up to 10% Union Position: No Job Classification Level: M-IV Salary Range (depending on experience): $125,000-$170,000
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.
Our members, our volunteers and staff, and our more than 30 state affiliates (together, the Conservation Voters Movement) work for a more just and equitable democracy, where people—not polluters—determine our future. This movement is an influential national network with unparalleled influence in Washington, DC, in state capitals, and in communities around the country. We are unmatched in our ability to ensure meaningful action on our key issues. We aim to bring people and communities together across racial, geographic, political, religious, economic and other differences toward collective goals instead of dividing us from one another.
LCV is hiring a Vice President of Membership & Direct Response Fundraising who will lead, design and direct the organization’s efforts to significantly expand, engage, and diversify our base of grassroots funders and activists. The Vice President of Membership & Direct Response Fundraising is responsible for evaluating all facets of our current program, proposing and executing plans for its expansion and the management, development and growth of the grassroots file and budget across all channels.
The ideal candidate is a confident, creative and experienced marketer who is a skilled leader in both program and staff development and committed to centering racial justice and equity in our work. LCV staff are mission driven, motivated, and strive to lead with our values of accountability, anti-racism, community, innovation, learning, and sustainability.
Responsibilities:
Manage a team of three existing direct response staff and several direct response and digital partners while identifying gaps and opportunities for expansion and growth.
Collaborate across the fundraising leadership team to ensure we are implementing strategies that retain and move activists and grassroots donors and members up the fundraising ladder.
Lead the development of the strategies, structure, and operating systems to achieve short- and long-term direct response fundraising and advocacy program goals at LCV.
Design and consistently improve the member experience, ensuring strong donor acknowledgement, engagement, and recognition processes and activities that ultimately moves them into personal relationship-based development efforts.
Ensure that LCV’s brand and overall marketing and communications strategy is used consistently and includes a racial justice and equity lens.
Develop a significantly more racially and generationally diverse membership base. Create a strategic and coordinated fundraising plan and schedule, centered on racial justice and equity, for both online and offline communications.
Through careful analytics and reporting, ensure the program maximizes revenue and return on investment.
Lead the growth marketing strategy and execution of a well-established, but constantly evolving monthly giving program, ensuring the program’s budgetary goals are accurately established and met.
Work with LCV program, development and communications managers to develop, coordinate and lead the engagement of LCV members in advocacy.
Serve as the primary lead on the direct marketing program’s budgeting process, monitoring program revenue and expenses, analyzing and interpreting program results to consistently innovate and improve performance.
Improve segmentation and messaging to create a personal and positive experience for donors and activists through email, informed by analytics (e.g., predictive modeling, social media data mining).
Support preparation of annual revenue and expense targets and manage spending to stay within budget.
Travel up to 10% for staff retreats, trainings and conferences, as needed.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Work Experience: Required – Minimum of ten years experience in direct marketing including direct mail, telemarketing and digital (paid media and email). Experience leading strategy and execution of a mid-large scale, multi-channel, direct response fundraising operation. Proven experience participating in a collaborative, cross-functional fundraising leadership team. Must have demonstrated supervisory experience successfully managing and growing high performing teams. Experience leading overall strategy of as well as day-to-day implementation of a complex direct marketing program. Experience utilizing analytics and data to drive strategies, data segmentation and reporting to leverage and maximize growth including upgrades and lapsed strategies. Preferred – Issue advocacy and/or electoral campaign experience. Experience working with a national organization who has state affiliates or chapters.
Skills: Ability to lead on issues of racial justice and equity. Proven leadership skills and the ability to work in a dynamic, and often fast paced environment- balancing input while reacting quickly and efficiently. Flexible and adaptable style; a leader who can positively impact both strategic and tactical fundraising initiatives. Strong vendor management and negotiation including strong interpersonal relationships and communications. Demonstrated ability to work well with tight deadlines while handling multiple assignments. Track record utilizing innovative strategies to dramatically grow membership and maximize fundraising efforts. Proven management skills and ability to foster professional development of staff. Senior leadership track record of working across all program areas to develop, coordinate and help lead messaging, volunteer recruitment and engagement for the organization. Superior interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with different personalities and balance, sometimes competing, internal constituencies.
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 US and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems. Interest in electoral politics and understanding of how the electoral landscape affects policy advocacy.
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.or g with “VP, Membership & Direct Response Fundraising” in the subject line no later than February 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 .
Jan 16, 2024
Full time
Title : Vice President, Membership & Direct Response Fundraising Department: Development Status : Exempt Reports: To : Senior Vice President of Development Positions Reporting to This Position : Director of Monthly Giving and Online Engagement , Associate Manager of Digital Marketing Location: Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely and/or from an LCV office) Travel Requirements: Up to 10% Union Position: No Job Classification Level: M-IV Salary Range (depending on experience): $125,000-$170,000
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.
Our members, our volunteers and staff, and our more than 30 state affiliates (together, the Conservation Voters Movement) work for a more just and equitable democracy, where people—not polluters—determine our future. This movement is an influential national network with unparalleled influence in Washington, DC, in state capitals, and in communities around the country. We are unmatched in our ability to ensure meaningful action on our key issues. We aim to bring people and communities together across racial, geographic, political, religious, economic and other differences toward collective goals instead of dividing us from one another.
LCV is hiring a Vice President of Membership & Direct Response Fundraising who will lead, design and direct the organization’s efforts to significantly expand, engage, and diversify our base of grassroots funders and activists. The Vice President of Membership & Direct Response Fundraising is responsible for evaluating all facets of our current program, proposing and executing plans for its expansion and the management, development and growth of the grassroots file and budget across all channels.
The ideal candidate is a confident, creative and experienced marketer who is a skilled leader in both program and staff development and committed to centering racial justice and equity in our work. LCV staff are mission driven, motivated, and strive to lead with our values of accountability, anti-racism, community, innovation, learning, and sustainability.
Responsibilities:
Manage a team of three existing direct response staff and several direct response and digital partners while identifying gaps and opportunities for expansion and growth.
Collaborate across the fundraising leadership team to ensure we are implementing strategies that retain and move activists and grassroots donors and members up the fundraising ladder.
Lead the development of the strategies, structure, and operating systems to achieve short- and long-term direct response fundraising and advocacy program goals at LCV.
Design and consistently improve the member experience, ensuring strong donor acknowledgement, engagement, and recognition processes and activities that ultimately moves them into personal relationship-based development efforts.
Ensure that LCV’s brand and overall marketing and communications strategy is used consistently and includes a racial justice and equity lens.
Develop a significantly more racially and generationally diverse membership base. Create a strategic and coordinated fundraising plan and schedule, centered on racial justice and equity, for both online and offline communications.
Through careful analytics and reporting, ensure the program maximizes revenue and return on investment.
Lead the growth marketing strategy and execution of a well-established, but constantly evolving monthly giving program, ensuring the program’s budgetary goals are accurately established and met.
Work with LCV program, development and communications managers to develop, coordinate and lead the engagement of LCV members in advocacy.
Serve as the primary lead on the direct marketing program’s budgeting process, monitoring program revenue and expenses, analyzing and interpreting program results to consistently innovate and improve performance.
Improve segmentation and messaging to create a personal and positive experience for donors and activists through email, informed by analytics (e.g., predictive modeling, social media data mining).
Support preparation of annual revenue and expense targets and manage spending to stay within budget.
Travel up to 10% for staff retreats, trainings and conferences, as needed.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Work Experience: Required – Minimum of ten years experience in direct marketing including direct mail, telemarketing and digital (paid media and email). Experience leading strategy and execution of a mid-large scale, multi-channel, direct response fundraising operation. Proven experience participating in a collaborative, cross-functional fundraising leadership team. Must have demonstrated supervisory experience successfully managing and growing high performing teams. Experience leading overall strategy of as well as day-to-day implementation of a complex direct marketing program. Experience utilizing analytics and data to drive strategies, data segmentation and reporting to leverage and maximize growth including upgrades and lapsed strategies. Preferred – Issue advocacy and/or electoral campaign experience. Experience working with a national organization who has state affiliates or chapters.
Skills: Ability to lead on issues of racial justice and equity. Proven leadership skills and the ability to work in a dynamic, and often fast paced environment- balancing input while reacting quickly and efficiently. Flexible and adaptable style; a leader who can positively impact both strategic and tactical fundraising initiatives. Strong vendor management and negotiation including strong interpersonal relationships and communications. Demonstrated ability to work well with tight deadlines while handling multiple assignments. Track record utilizing innovative strategies to dramatically grow membership and maximize fundraising efforts. Proven management skills and ability to foster professional development of staff. Senior leadership track record of working across all program areas to develop, coordinate and help lead messaging, volunteer recruitment and engagement for the organization. Superior interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with different personalities and balance, sometimes competing, internal constituencies.
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 US and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems. Interest in electoral politics and understanding of how the electoral landscape affects policy advocacy.
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.or g with “VP, Membership & Direct Response Fundraising” in the subject line no later than February 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 .
Job Title: Director of Communications
Salary Range: $110,000 - $140,000
Reports to: Vice President of Advancement
Status : Full Time (40 hours/week)
Starting: February 2024
Deadline to Apply: January 19, 2024
Location: Washington DC Area
About Generation Hope:
Generation Hope is a nonprofit organization with a mission to ensure all student parents have the opportunities to succeed and experience economic mobility by engaging education and policy partners to drive systemic change and providing direct support to teen parents in college as well as their children through holistic, two-generation programming. To date, we have
provided over $1 million in tuition assistance, supported almost 450 teen parents in college, celebrated more than 170 degrees earned through our program, and built relationships with 30+ two and four-year institutions nationwide. For more information, please visit www.generationhope.org .
By joining our team, you will work for an organization named "one of the best nonprofits" by Spur Local. Not only do we live out and operationalize our values, we do the work to create a culture that truly supports every member of our staff. The best part of our organization is the people, from the families we serve to the team we have deliberately cultivated. We strive for excellence while understanding the most valuable asset that we have is our people. We celebrate diversity in all forms, including thought, professional and lived experiences, race, gender - even taste in music. If this sounds like a mission and work environment you would like to contribute to and grow with, please consider joining our team.
Position:
Generation Hope is seeking a Director of Communications to develop and lead our overarching communications strategy to enhance Generation Hope’s visibility nationally, regionally, and locally by effectively conveying our mission, programs, and impact to various stakeholders, including student parents, donors, partner organizations, policymakers, and the broader field of higher education. The Director will also drive efforts to enhance Generation Hope’s thought leadership profile through traditional earned media efforts and content development via our own channels. Working closely with the Communications Manager, Digital Marketing Specialist, Communications Coordinator, and our public relations firm, the Director will broaden awareness of Generation Hope’s impact, expertise, and family-centered approach; elevate the voice of Generation Hope and its senior leaders as subject matter experts; and ensure the voices of families are uplifted, honored, and heard. The ideal candidate is an exceptional communicator with a proven track record in large scale, national scope, mission-driven, and social impact environments. This role requires a strategic thinker, an excellent communicator, and a team player who can collaborate across departments to achieve organizational goals.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategy & Evaluation
Develop and implement an annual, multi-faceted communications strategy that builds and maintains a positive organizational brand and supports Generation Hope’s strategic goals and priorities
Ensure consistent and compelling branding across all communication materials, including websites, video, organic and paid social media, print materials, collateral, slide decks, and press releases. Protect and enhance the organization's reputation through effective brand management.
Create and deploy a guide for the organization that details consistent language and terms and work with the Race Equity Working Group to ensure that our language is inclusive and reflects our race equity commitment
Monitor and analyze audience engagement both digitally and through conversion rates, using data to make informed decisions and to strengthen, improve, and evaluate communications strategies
Lead the assessment of current internal and external communications and media practices, systems, and processes and the design and execution of new practices, systems, and processes. Develop and track communications performance metrics on a quarterly basis.
Develop and manage an organizational crisis communications plan to ensure best practices in brand protection and management.
Create and manage systems for ensuring consistent and on-brand communications across all direct-service sites
Evaluate the organization’s current website assets and needs and lead a website redevelopment project to guide the organization’s future online presence
Storytelling
Ensure the Communications team is creating engaging and impactful content for various platforms and collaborate with other departments to gather content and success stories
Work with PR firm to deploy consistent, timely, and strategic press and media relations efforts that are aligned with the annual communications plan and build long-term relationships with key press (emphasizing economic mobility, higher ed, family, student parents, early childhood, race equity, advocacy)
In partnership with our public relations firm, develop press kits, timelines, and fact sheets for internal and external stakeholders
Ensure the organization's website is up to date with fresh content, reflecting the latest initiatives and developments. Optimize website content for search engine visibility and user experience.
Collaborate with the Development team to create compelling campaigns and donor communication materials, including the annual report, to convey the impact of donations and appreciate supporters
Partner with the Programming team to amplify student parent voices and share strengths-based stories about their persistence and success through digital and print media and support recruitment efforts
Support the Learning & Innovation team by developing and refining technical assistance and FamilyU materials for marketing and programmatic use
Work with the Policy & Research team to respond quickly to legislative shifts that could impact student parents and families by assisting with drafting official statements, talking points, briefs, op-eds, etc., and by pursuing relevant media opportunities
Collaborate with the Operations team to position Generation Hope as a nationally-celebrated workplace
Play a key role in rolling out Generation Hope research and reports and lead efforts to disseminate findings, including through website downloads
With the Communications Manager and Communications Coordinator, review talking points, remarks, presentations, and other supporting material for Generation Hope CEO and staff, as needed
Oversee processes to effectively capture programming and impact by engaging photographers, videographers, and other vendors, as necessary
Provide hands-on crisis communications support and counsel across Generation Hope, as needed
Management
Oversee the Communications team, directly supervising the Communications Manager and supporting their supervision of the Digital Marketing Specialist, the Communications Coordinator, and other team members as we continue to grow the team. Provide ongoing coaching and development and promote a culture of high performance, accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration.
Oversee the creation of timelines for all communications projects and establish accountability systems for the completion of major tasks
Work closely with our Development team to ensure strong partnership with funders and supporters. Act as an effective steward of program-restricted resources by managing and monitoring the Communications budget.
Serve as a member of Generation Hope’s Leadership Team.
Other duties as assigned
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to Generation Hope’s mission
Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in the field of communications, public relations, marketing, or other related areas; Master’s Degree preferred.
Minimum 5 years relevant work experience in a mission-driven, social impact, non-profit, philanthropy, and/or communications field
At least 2 years of management experience required
Proven experience with communications planning and execution on a local, regional, and national scale including messaging strategy; public affairs/public relations; brand consistency and development; reputation stewardship; content development; writing and editing; project management; presentation development; thought leadership; and budget management
A proficient understanding of the new and evolving media landscape
Effective and adept at translating messages for different key audiences including media, local city government leaders, policymakers, and other thought leaders
History of supporting and informing the design and development of content, executive and high-level communications, events, and convenings
Experience with digital advertising and paid social media strategy is preferred
Strong interpersonal skills to work collaboratively within Generation Hope as well as with external stakeholders
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to create high-quality deliverables for wide-scale use with accuracy, and comfort engaging large and small audiences both in-person and virtually
Ability to think creatively, initiate and manage projects, and follow through on plans
Evidence of the ability to consistently make good decisions through a combination of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment
Exceptionally detail-oriented, organized, and deadline-driven
Creative and collaborative problem-solver; comfortable working through ambiguity to define priorities
Proficiency in MS Office Suite and Google Suite Workspace required
Proficiency in design software (Canva, InDesign, etc.) is preferred
Proficiency with digital communications tools and web design systems (Squarespace, MailChimp, etc.) is preferred
Personal and professional commitment to understanding and dismantling systemic and institutional racism
TRAVEL
This position requires travel, approximately 20% of the time, in and out of the DC Metro area. Must be able to travel via plane, train, or car.
CANDIDATES MUST RESIDE IN WASHINGTON, D.C., VIRGINIA, OR MARYLAND BEFORE THE EMPLOYMENT START DATE. Generation Hope has a hybrid remote and in-office work model.
Generation Hope provides full benefits, including 403(b), health, dental, and paid time off. More information on benefits can be found at generationhope.org/careers. As a safeguard to the health of our employees, participants, and community, all new hires must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by the employment start date. Our full vaccination policy is available here .
To apply, please complete the online application . If this link does not work, you can access the application at this URL: https://Generation_Hope.formstack.com/forms/apply_now . No calls, please.
Generation Hope is an equal opportunity employer. Generation Hope will not discriminate on any basis prohibited by law, including marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibility, matriculation, political affiliation, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions, breastfeeding, or reproductive health decisions), age, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, and disability.
Dec 22, 2023
Full time
Job Title: Director of Communications
Salary Range: $110,000 - $140,000
Reports to: Vice President of Advancement
Status : Full Time (40 hours/week)
Starting: February 2024
Deadline to Apply: January 19, 2024
Location: Washington DC Area
About Generation Hope:
Generation Hope is a nonprofit organization with a mission to ensure all student parents have the opportunities to succeed and experience economic mobility by engaging education and policy partners to drive systemic change and providing direct support to teen parents in college as well as their children through holistic, two-generation programming. To date, we have
provided over $1 million in tuition assistance, supported almost 450 teen parents in college, celebrated more than 170 degrees earned through our program, and built relationships with 30+ two and four-year institutions nationwide. For more information, please visit www.generationhope.org .
By joining our team, you will work for an organization named "one of the best nonprofits" by Spur Local. Not only do we live out and operationalize our values, we do the work to create a culture that truly supports every member of our staff. The best part of our organization is the people, from the families we serve to the team we have deliberately cultivated. We strive for excellence while understanding the most valuable asset that we have is our people. We celebrate diversity in all forms, including thought, professional and lived experiences, race, gender - even taste in music. If this sounds like a mission and work environment you would like to contribute to and grow with, please consider joining our team.
Position:
Generation Hope is seeking a Director of Communications to develop and lead our overarching communications strategy to enhance Generation Hope’s visibility nationally, regionally, and locally by effectively conveying our mission, programs, and impact to various stakeholders, including student parents, donors, partner organizations, policymakers, and the broader field of higher education. The Director will also drive efforts to enhance Generation Hope’s thought leadership profile through traditional earned media efforts and content development via our own channels. Working closely with the Communications Manager, Digital Marketing Specialist, Communications Coordinator, and our public relations firm, the Director will broaden awareness of Generation Hope’s impact, expertise, and family-centered approach; elevate the voice of Generation Hope and its senior leaders as subject matter experts; and ensure the voices of families are uplifted, honored, and heard. The ideal candidate is an exceptional communicator with a proven track record in large scale, national scope, mission-driven, and social impact environments. This role requires a strategic thinker, an excellent communicator, and a team player who can collaborate across departments to achieve organizational goals.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategy & Evaluation
Develop and implement an annual, multi-faceted communications strategy that builds and maintains a positive organizational brand and supports Generation Hope’s strategic goals and priorities
Ensure consistent and compelling branding across all communication materials, including websites, video, organic and paid social media, print materials, collateral, slide decks, and press releases. Protect and enhance the organization's reputation through effective brand management.
Create and deploy a guide for the organization that details consistent language and terms and work with the Race Equity Working Group to ensure that our language is inclusive and reflects our race equity commitment
Monitor and analyze audience engagement both digitally and through conversion rates, using data to make informed decisions and to strengthen, improve, and evaluate communications strategies
Lead the assessment of current internal and external communications and media practices, systems, and processes and the design and execution of new practices, systems, and processes. Develop and track communications performance metrics on a quarterly basis.
Develop and manage an organizational crisis communications plan to ensure best practices in brand protection and management.
Create and manage systems for ensuring consistent and on-brand communications across all direct-service sites
Evaluate the organization’s current website assets and needs and lead a website redevelopment project to guide the organization’s future online presence
Storytelling
Ensure the Communications team is creating engaging and impactful content for various platforms and collaborate with other departments to gather content and success stories
Work with PR firm to deploy consistent, timely, and strategic press and media relations efforts that are aligned with the annual communications plan and build long-term relationships with key press (emphasizing economic mobility, higher ed, family, student parents, early childhood, race equity, advocacy)
In partnership with our public relations firm, develop press kits, timelines, and fact sheets for internal and external stakeholders
Ensure the organization's website is up to date with fresh content, reflecting the latest initiatives and developments. Optimize website content for search engine visibility and user experience.
Collaborate with the Development team to create compelling campaigns and donor communication materials, including the annual report, to convey the impact of donations and appreciate supporters
Partner with the Programming team to amplify student parent voices and share strengths-based stories about their persistence and success through digital and print media and support recruitment efforts
Support the Learning & Innovation team by developing and refining technical assistance and FamilyU materials for marketing and programmatic use
Work with the Policy & Research team to respond quickly to legislative shifts that could impact student parents and families by assisting with drafting official statements, talking points, briefs, op-eds, etc., and by pursuing relevant media opportunities
Collaborate with the Operations team to position Generation Hope as a nationally-celebrated workplace
Play a key role in rolling out Generation Hope research and reports and lead efforts to disseminate findings, including through website downloads
With the Communications Manager and Communications Coordinator, review talking points, remarks, presentations, and other supporting material for Generation Hope CEO and staff, as needed
Oversee processes to effectively capture programming and impact by engaging photographers, videographers, and other vendors, as necessary
Provide hands-on crisis communications support and counsel across Generation Hope, as needed
Management
Oversee the Communications team, directly supervising the Communications Manager and supporting their supervision of the Digital Marketing Specialist, the Communications Coordinator, and other team members as we continue to grow the team. Provide ongoing coaching and development and promote a culture of high performance, accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration.
Oversee the creation of timelines for all communications projects and establish accountability systems for the completion of major tasks
Work closely with our Development team to ensure strong partnership with funders and supporters. Act as an effective steward of program-restricted resources by managing and monitoring the Communications budget.
Serve as a member of Generation Hope’s Leadership Team.
Other duties as assigned
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to Generation Hope’s mission
Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in the field of communications, public relations, marketing, or other related areas; Master’s Degree preferred.
Minimum 5 years relevant work experience in a mission-driven, social impact, non-profit, philanthropy, and/or communications field
At least 2 years of management experience required
Proven experience with communications planning and execution on a local, regional, and national scale including messaging strategy; public affairs/public relations; brand consistency and development; reputation stewardship; content development; writing and editing; project management; presentation development; thought leadership; and budget management
A proficient understanding of the new and evolving media landscape
Effective and adept at translating messages for different key audiences including media, local city government leaders, policymakers, and other thought leaders
History of supporting and informing the design and development of content, executive and high-level communications, events, and convenings
Experience with digital advertising and paid social media strategy is preferred
Strong interpersonal skills to work collaboratively within Generation Hope as well as with external stakeholders
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to create high-quality deliverables for wide-scale use with accuracy, and comfort engaging large and small audiences both in-person and virtually
Ability to think creatively, initiate and manage projects, and follow through on plans
Evidence of the ability to consistently make good decisions through a combination of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment
Exceptionally detail-oriented, organized, and deadline-driven
Creative and collaborative problem-solver; comfortable working through ambiguity to define priorities
Proficiency in MS Office Suite and Google Suite Workspace required
Proficiency in design software (Canva, InDesign, etc.) is preferred
Proficiency with digital communications tools and web design systems (Squarespace, MailChimp, etc.) is preferred
Personal and professional commitment to understanding and dismantling systemic and institutional racism
TRAVEL
This position requires travel, approximately 20% of the time, in and out of the DC Metro area. Must be able to travel via plane, train, or car.
CANDIDATES MUST RESIDE IN WASHINGTON, D.C., VIRGINIA, OR MARYLAND BEFORE THE EMPLOYMENT START DATE. Generation Hope has a hybrid remote and in-office work model.
Generation Hope provides full benefits, including 403(b), health, dental, and paid time off. More information on benefits can be found at generationhope.org/careers. As a safeguard to the health of our employees, participants, and community, all new hires must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by the employment start date. Our full vaccination policy is available here .
To apply, please complete the online application . If this link does not work, you can access the application at this URL: https://Generation_Hope.formstack.com/forms/apply_now . No calls, please.
Generation Hope is an equal opportunity employer. Generation Hope will not discriminate on any basis prohibited by law, including marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibility, matriculation, political affiliation, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions, breastfeeding, or reproductive health decisions), age, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, and disability.
This role requires the candidate selected to be 60 miles within the Boston, MA area.
About Susan G. Komen
Susan G. Komen brings a home office based working environment for each specified local community. We are a force united by a promise to end breast cancer forever. For over 40 years, we've led the way funding groundbreaking research, community health initiatives and advocacy programs in local communities across the U.S. and in more than 30 countries. Susan G. Komen is the ONLY organization that addresses breast cancer on multiple fronts such as research, community health, outreach, and public policy initiatives in order to make the biggest impact against this disease.
Komen strives to have a culture of passionate, growth-minded professionals who thrive in a team environment and work collaboratively to inspire greatness in others! We take an ongoing approach to ensure open communication from all levels throughout the organization. It’s encouraged to give and receive feedback to ensure two-way accountability with a focus on continual improvement both personally and professionally!
What You'll Be Doing in the role of Development Manager
The Development Manager serves as an integral member of a community-based fundraising team for Susan G. Komen. This position will play a key role in the implementation of a year-round fundraising program. The Development Manager will assist in reaching the local market revenue goals.
The key fundraising program and focus of the Development Manager will be the MORE THAN PINK Walk/Race for the Cure: the signature events for Susan G. Komen. This will include recruitment, retention and cultivation of corporate teams, top fundraisers, survivors / those living with metastatic disease, as well as executing the logistics of the event. This position will also be responsible for managing other revenue generating activities for the market as decided but the market leadership.
What You Will Bring to the Table
Assist in the development and execution of year-round fundraising plan and budget to meet revenue goals for the Market.
Working in collaboration with Community Development leadership and staff in local market, region and nationally, as well as, National Race/Walk Managers, execute strategic fundraising plan for year-round engagement and cultivation of participants of the market MORE THAN PINK Walk/Race for the Cure events to meet revenue goals.
Expected to meet monthly fundraising goals for MORE THAN PINK Walk, Race for the Cure, third party events, individual giving, employee engagement. and maintain budget in line with organizational guidelines.
Support Development Director in the strategic execution of revenue generating activities outside of the MORE THAN PINK Walk/Race for the Cure series to drive revenue.
Prospecting, soliciting, and cultivating corporate engagement throughout the market area.
This role will require travel throughout specific markets, territories or assigned area(s), and will work in collaboration with national corporate partnership team to cultivate and activate national partners.
Assist in the management of communication through touchpoints with key constituents which include top fundraisers, top team captains, sponsors, and volunteers.
Develop and execute creative ways to motivate and interact with MORE THAN PINK Walk Team Captains and participants to aid in retention efforts.
Adhere to best practices and event timelines and drive accountability by the team. Ability to keep participants, donors, volunteers, and staff on track and motivated to reach revenue goals.
Develop a working operational committee to support signature and special events by engaging and activating volunteers in committee chair positions. Conduct regular committee meetings and maintain communication to reach goals.
Work cross functionally with other Development Managers on larger national strategies.
Provides leadership in building confidence and a strong working relationship between the community and Susan G. Komen as an organization.
Maintain a working knowledge of the Susan G. Komen mission and programs to promote the field and campaign fundraising initiatives.
Maintains productive and collaborative relationships with all Komen staff; participates on regional and enterprise projects and committees as appropriate.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
We Already Know You Will Also Have
Must be willing and able to travel through geographic service area with your own reliable transportation.
Bachelor's degree and minimum 3 years’ experience in fundraising, special events and team management with a priority in peer-to-peer fundraising.
3 years fundraising experience overseeing $500K+ in revenue, through peer-to-peer fundraising events, major gifts and sponsorship.
Ability to close face to face sales and sponsorships.
Strong volunteer recruitment and management skills and demonstrated ability to provide a high level of customer service and motivation to business and social leaders.
Excellent planning, organizational and follow-up skills.
Demonstrated professional and mature interaction with other staff and leadership volunteers, sponsors, donors and others to engage them toward the achievement of revenue goals.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects with varying priorities at one time.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to effectively speak and present to individuals including high net worth donors, executive corporate management as well as small, mid-size and large groups.
Willingness and ability to travel throughout the market and work evenings and weekends as needed.
Familiar with the community and local non-profit space.
Must be willing and able to travel through geographic service area.
Bachelor’s Degree: (Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, Social Entrepreneurship; other equivalencies considered).
Preferred experience includes:
Bachelor’s degree and minimum 3 years’ experience in fundraising, special events and team management with a priority in peer-to-peer fundraising.
3 years fundraising experience overseeing $500K+ in revenue, through peer-to-peer fundraising events, major gifts, and sponsorship.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of programs and make recommendations for improvements.
In addition to the qualifications above the successful candidate should have:
Ability to communicate effectively both oral and written; research, develop, present, and promote projects; work independently; prioritize work and meet deadlines.
Travel requirements required outside of your home office will be up to 30% or more depending on our business needs.
So, what's in it for you?
Komen believes in the importance of taking care of our employees so that in turn they can be committed to supporting our critical mission to support those impacted by breast cancer and to help find cures. This is what Komen provides away from the computer:
Competitive salary $45k - $65k, exact compensation ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job level, internal equity, and budget. Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate's skills, experience, and geographic location.
Health, dental, vision and a retirement plan with a 6% employer match
Generous Paid Time Off Plan
Flexible work arrangement in a fully remote working environment
Bi-weekly work from home stipend
Parental leave
Tuition Reimbursement
A culture of learning and development
And so much more!
Komen provides a remote and/or home-based working environment for all active employees. Komen defines remote as the ability to work from any physical location within the U.S. where an employee can perform specified work duties without disruption or distraction. Komen defines home-based roles as positions that are required to reside in a specific market. Work schedules for both remote and home based are determined by the organizational needs of each department.
Susan G. Komen is fair and equal in all its employment practices for persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status or sexual orientation. Additionally, we embrace Diverse Teams & Perspective and we find strength in the diversity of cultural backgrounds, ideas, and experiences.
SORRY NO AGENCIES
#LI-REMOTE
The physical location for the candidate selected must be within 60 miles of the Boston market, which is within the contiguous United States. In the event a move is expected to occur by the candidate selected, it must be approved by Komen's HR team prior to the move.
Dec 20, 2023
Full time
This role requires the candidate selected to be 60 miles within the Boston, MA area.
About Susan G. Komen
Susan G. Komen brings a home office based working environment for each specified local community. We are a force united by a promise to end breast cancer forever. For over 40 years, we've led the way funding groundbreaking research, community health initiatives and advocacy programs in local communities across the U.S. and in more than 30 countries. Susan G. Komen is the ONLY organization that addresses breast cancer on multiple fronts such as research, community health, outreach, and public policy initiatives in order to make the biggest impact against this disease.
Komen strives to have a culture of passionate, growth-minded professionals who thrive in a team environment and work collaboratively to inspire greatness in others! We take an ongoing approach to ensure open communication from all levels throughout the organization. It’s encouraged to give and receive feedback to ensure two-way accountability with a focus on continual improvement both personally and professionally!
What You'll Be Doing in the role of Development Manager
The Development Manager serves as an integral member of a community-based fundraising team for Susan G. Komen. This position will play a key role in the implementation of a year-round fundraising program. The Development Manager will assist in reaching the local market revenue goals.
The key fundraising program and focus of the Development Manager will be the MORE THAN PINK Walk/Race for the Cure: the signature events for Susan G. Komen. This will include recruitment, retention and cultivation of corporate teams, top fundraisers, survivors / those living with metastatic disease, as well as executing the logistics of the event. This position will also be responsible for managing other revenue generating activities for the market as decided but the market leadership.
What You Will Bring to the Table
Assist in the development and execution of year-round fundraising plan and budget to meet revenue goals for the Market.
Working in collaboration with Community Development leadership and staff in local market, region and nationally, as well as, National Race/Walk Managers, execute strategic fundraising plan for year-round engagement and cultivation of participants of the market MORE THAN PINK Walk/Race for the Cure events to meet revenue goals.
Expected to meet monthly fundraising goals for MORE THAN PINK Walk, Race for the Cure, third party events, individual giving, employee engagement. and maintain budget in line with organizational guidelines.
Support Development Director in the strategic execution of revenue generating activities outside of the MORE THAN PINK Walk/Race for the Cure series to drive revenue.
Prospecting, soliciting, and cultivating corporate engagement throughout the market area.
This role will require travel throughout specific markets, territories or assigned area(s), and will work in collaboration with national corporate partnership team to cultivate and activate national partners.
Assist in the management of communication through touchpoints with key constituents which include top fundraisers, top team captains, sponsors, and volunteers.
Develop and execute creative ways to motivate and interact with MORE THAN PINK Walk Team Captains and participants to aid in retention efforts.
Adhere to best practices and event timelines and drive accountability by the team. Ability to keep participants, donors, volunteers, and staff on track and motivated to reach revenue goals.
Develop a working operational committee to support signature and special events by engaging and activating volunteers in committee chair positions. Conduct regular committee meetings and maintain communication to reach goals.
Work cross functionally with other Development Managers on larger national strategies.
Provides leadership in building confidence and a strong working relationship between the community and Susan G. Komen as an organization.
Maintain a working knowledge of the Susan G. Komen mission and programs to promote the field and campaign fundraising initiatives.
Maintains productive and collaborative relationships with all Komen staff; participates on regional and enterprise projects and committees as appropriate.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
We Already Know You Will Also Have
Must be willing and able to travel through geographic service area with your own reliable transportation.
Bachelor's degree and minimum 3 years’ experience in fundraising, special events and team management with a priority in peer-to-peer fundraising.
3 years fundraising experience overseeing $500K+ in revenue, through peer-to-peer fundraising events, major gifts and sponsorship.
Ability to close face to face sales and sponsorships.
Strong volunteer recruitment and management skills and demonstrated ability to provide a high level of customer service and motivation to business and social leaders.
Excellent planning, organizational and follow-up skills.
Demonstrated professional and mature interaction with other staff and leadership volunteers, sponsors, donors and others to engage them toward the achievement of revenue goals.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects with varying priorities at one time.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to effectively speak and present to individuals including high net worth donors, executive corporate management as well as small, mid-size and large groups.
Willingness and ability to travel throughout the market and work evenings and weekends as needed.
Familiar with the community and local non-profit space.
Must be willing and able to travel through geographic service area.
Bachelor’s Degree: (Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, Social Entrepreneurship; other equivalencies considered).
Preferred experience includes:
Bachelor’s degree and minimum 3 years’ experience in fundraising, special events and team management with a priority in peer-to-peer fundraising.
3 years fundraising experience overseeing $500K+ in revenue, through peer-to-peer fundraising events, major gifts, and sponsorship.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of programs and make recommendations for improvements.
In addition to the qualifications above the successful candidate should have:
Ability to communicate effectively both oral and written; research, develop, present, and promote projects; work independently; prioritize work and meet deadlines.
Travel requirements required outside of your home office will be up to 30% or more depending on our business needs.
So, what's in it for you?
Komen believes in the importance of taking care of our employees so that in turn they can be committed to supporting our critical mission to support those impacted by breast cancer and to help find cures. This is what Komen provides away from the computer:
Competitive salary $45k - $65k, exact compensation ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job level, internal equity, and budget. Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate's skills, experience, and geographic location.
Health, dental, vision and a retirement plan with a 6% employer match
Generous Paid Time Off Plan
Flexible work arrangement in a fully remote working environment
Bi-weekly work from home stipend
Parental leave
Tuition Reimbursement
A culture of learning and development
And so much more!
Komen provides a remote and/or home-based working environment for all active employees. Komen defines remote as the ability to work from any physical location within the U.S. where an employee can perform specified work duties without disruption or distraction. Komen defines home-based roles as positions that are required to reside in a specific market. Work schedules for both remote and home based are determined by the organizational needs of each department.
Susan G. Komen is fair and equal in all its employment practices for persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status or sexual orientation. Additionally, we embrace Diverse Teams & Perspective and we find strength in the diversity of cultural backgrounds, ideas, and experiences.
SORRY NO AGENCIES
#LI-REMOTE
The physical location for the candidate selected must be within 60 miles of the Boston market, which is within the contiguous United States. In the event a move is expected to occur by the candidate selected, it must be approved by Komen's HR team prior to the move.
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.