Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, Iowa
Job Summary
Hawkeye Community College’s Division of Student Affairs & Institutional Diversity is seeking a full time Brock Student Center Manager to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for the general oversight and management of the daily operations as well as the daily activities of the café’s food and beverage function.
At Hawkeye, the Brock Student Center is a place on our campus where students, faculty, and staff come to connect, eat, relax, or study. Additionally, in the Student Center you will find Hawkeye’s Redtail Café, Veteran’s Service Lounge, Esports Arena, as well as the Hawkeye Bookstore, and areas for Student Activities/Club Organizations.
The Division of Student Affairs & Institutional Diversity offers a broad range of support services to help students achieve success as a college student and beyond. We work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students and the community to support student engagement, diversity and inclusion as well as learning and success at Hawkeye Community College. Our team promotes the continuous improvement of the college experience by helping students to connect, collaborate and commit to engage in activities, programs, and opportunities as they achieve their goals. If you want to make a difference on behalf of students, then this will be ideal for you!
Hawkeye Community College is a comprehensive community college focused on meeting the needs of the community by providing quality, affordable learning experiences for a diverse student body through our Adult Learning Center, Business and Community Education Department as well as through more than 50 career and technical programs and liberal arts transfer programs. Hawkeye Community College’s mission is about empowering students, strengthening businesses and enriching communities with a vision to improve the quality of life in the communities we serve.
Essential Job Functions
Important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Manage Brock Student Center operations and establish policies and procedures to provide quality customer service to campus community.
Responsible for center budget management.
Monitors and responds building access requests for Brock Student Center events as well as provides general event assistance.
Partners with Facilities Department for maintenance and service requests.
Collaborates with Public Safety for event coverage.
Oversees Redtail Café food and beverage preparation, sales, inventory and supplies
Responsible for menu planning and café food and beverage offerings
Coordinate café daily cleaning, sanitation and partners with Facilities for café maintenance requests.
Supervises and evaluates café employees including student employees and interns.
Responsible for requisitions, purchase orders and credit card usage.
Inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure efficient service and safety.
Serves as an operational resource for the Hawkeye Bookstore.
Build and maintain positive relationships with the campus community.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Participates in campus committees as assigned.
Unless otherwise approved under Hawkeye’s remote work policy, regular on campus and/or onsite attendance is considered an essential function of the position.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate’s degree in a related field and three (3) years of related management experience OR a combination of education and experience to total five (5) years.
Experience with food service and/or hospitality management.
Knowledge of budget administration and fiscal management.
Supervisory experience in food service, hospitality, retail or similar service area.
Demonstrated ability to work with a culturally diverse student population, faculty, staff, and the general public.
Ability to demonstrate strong interpersonal communication.
Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, Google applications, and video conferencing technology.
Demonstrated ability to execute organization and department policies and procedures.
Demonstrated ability to handle confidential/sensitive information with discretion.
Preferred Qualifications
College and/or university management experience within the areas of food service and/or hospitality, bookstore management, student activities and/or campus event center(s).
Working Conditions
Work schedule is Monday through Thursday 7:30am-4:30pm and Friday 7:30am-3:30pm, with some evenings and weekends.
Work is performed in an office setting and/or classroom setting, climate-controlled environment, with a combination of natural and fluorescent light. Requires good hand-eye coordination and arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp. Sit, stand, bend, lift up to at least 50 pounds and move intermittently during working hours. During course of day, interact with students, faculty and staff in person.
Employment Status
Full-time, exempt position with comprehensive or competitive benefits program including health, dental, vision, life, and LTD insurance, a Section 125 plan for medical and dependent care expenses; holiday, personal, sick, and vacation leave; tuition reimbursement; and a choice of retirement programs—IPERS (defined benefit) or TIAA (defined contribution).
Hawkeye Community College is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to equity and diversity in its educational services and employment practices: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/about/diversity-inclusion/equal-opportunity . The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex; race; age; color; creed; national origin; religion; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity; genetic information; or actual or potential parental, family, or marital status in its programs, activities, or employment practices. Veteran status is also included to the extent covered by law. Any person alleging a violation of equity regulations shall have the right to file a formal complaint. Inquiries concerning application of this statement should be addressed to: Equity Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator for employees, 319-296-4405; or Title IX Coordinator for students, 319-296-4448; Hawkeye Community College, 1501 East Orange Road, P.O. Box 8015, Waterloo, Iowa 50704-8015; or email equity-titleIX@hawkeyecollege.edu , or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Citigroup Center, 500 W. Madison, Suite 1475, Chicago, IL 60661, phone number 312-730-1560, fax 312-730-1576, email: OCR.Chicago@ed.gov .
If any applicant is in need of a reasonable accommodation in completing the application process, please notify a member of Human Resource Services.
Job Summary
Hawkeye Community College’s Division of Student Affairs & Institutional Diversity is seeking a full time Brock Student Center Manager to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for the general oversight and management of the daily operations as well as the daily activities of the café’s food and beverage function.
At Hawkeye, the Brock Student Center is a place on our campus where students, faculty, and staff come to connect, eat, relax, or study. Additionally, in the Student Center you will find Hawkeye’s Redtail Café, Veteran’s Service Lounge, Esports Arena, as well as the Hawkeye Bookstore, and areas for Student Activities/Club Organizations.
The Division of Student Affairs & Institutional Diversity offers a broad range of support services to help students achieve success as a college student and beyond. We work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students and the community to support student engagement, diversity and inclusion as well as learning and success at Hawkeye Community College. Our team promotes the continuous improvement of the college experience by helping students to connect, collaborate and commit to engage in activities, programs, and opportunities as they achieve their goals. If you want to make a difference on behalf of students, then this will be ideal for you!
Hawkeye Community College is a comprehensive community college focused on meeting the needs of the community by providing quality, affordable learning experiences for a diverse student body through our Adult Learning Center, Business and Community Education Department as well as through more than 50 career and technical programs and liberal arts transfer programs. Hawkeye Community College’s mission is about empowering students, strengthening businesses and enriching communities with a vision to improve the quality of life in the communities we serve.
Essential Job Functions
Important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Manage Brock Student Center operations and establish policies and procedures to provide quality customer service to campus community.
Responsible for center budget management.
Monitors and responds building access requests for Brock Student Center events as well as provides general event assistance.
Partners with Facilities Department for maintenance and service requests.
Collaborates with Public Safety for event coverage.
Oversees Redtail Café food and beverage preparation, sales, inventory and supplies
Responsible for menu planning and café food and beverage offerings
Coordinate café daily cleaning, sanitation and partners with Facilities for café maintenance requests.
Supervises and evaluates café employees including student employees and interns.
Responsible for requisitions, purchase orders and credit card usage.
Inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure efficient service and safety.
Serves as an operational resource for the Hawkeye Bookstore.
Build and maintain positive relationships with the campus community.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Participates in campus committees as assigned.
Unless otherwise approved under Hawkeye’s remote work policy, regular on campus and/or onsite attendance is considered an essential function of the position.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate’s degree in a related field and three (3) years of related management experience OR a combination of education and experience to total five (5) years.
Experience with food service and/or hospitality management.
Knowledge of budget administration and fiscal management.
Supervisory experience in food service, hospitality, retail or similar service area.
Demonstrated ability to work with a culturally diverse student population, faculty, staff, and the general public.
Ability to demonstrate strong interpersonal communication.
Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, Google applications, and video conferencing technology.
Demonstrated ability to execute organization and department policies and procedures.
Demonstrated ability to handle confidential/sensitive information with discretion.
Preferred Qualifications
College and/or university management experience within the areas of food service and/or hospitality, bookstore management, student activities and/or campus event center(s).
Working Conditions
Work schedule is Monday through Thursday 7:30am-4:30pm and Friday 7:30am-3:30pm, with some evenings and weekends.
Work is performed in an office setting and/or classroom setting, climate-controlled environment, with a combination of natural and fluorescent light. Requires good hand-eye coordination and arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp. Sit, stand, bend, lift up to at least 50 pounds and move intermittently during working hours. During course of day, interact with students, faculty and staff in person.
Employment Status
Full-time, exempt position with comprehensive or competitive benefits program including health, dental, vision, life, and LTD insurance, a Section 125 plan for medical and dependent care expenses; holiday, personal, sick, and vacation leave; tuition reimbursement; and a choice of retirement programs—IPERS (defined benefit) or TIAA (defined contribution).
Hawkeye Community College is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to equity and diversity in its educational services and employment practices: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/about/diversity-inclusion/equal-opportunity . The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex; race; age; color; creed; national origin; religion; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity; genetic information; or actual or potential parental, family, or marital status in its programs, activities, or employment practices. Veteran status is also included to the extent covered by law. Any person alleging a violation of equity regulations shall have the right to file a formal complaint. Inquiries concerning application of this statement should be addressed to: Equity Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator for employees, 319-296-4405; or Title IX Coordinator for students, 319-296-4448; Hawkeye Community College, 1501 East Orange Road, P.O. Box 8015, Waterloo, Iowa 50704-8015; or email equity-titleIX@hawkeyecollege.edu , or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Citigroup Center, 500 W. Madison, Suite 1475, Chicago, IL 60661, phone number 312-730-1560, fax 312-730-1576, email: OCR.Chicago@ed.gov .
If any applicant is in need of a reasonable accommodation in completing the application process, please notify a member of Human Resource Services.
Piedmont Environmental Council
Leesburg, VA
Position Description
Title: Senior Land Use Field Representative – Loudoun & Clarke
Location: Warrenton PEC Office / Remote
Job Classification: Full Time - Exempt
Geographic Focus: Loudoun & Clarke Counties
Supervisor: Director of Land Use
About PEC:
The Piedmont Environmental Council (PEC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that has proudly promoted and protected the natural resources, rural economy, history and beauty of the Virginia Piedmont region since 1972. PEC works with area residents to weigh in on important land use and policy decisions, conserve land, protect air and water quality, celebrate historic resources, build smart transportation networks, promote sustainable energy choices, restore wildlife habitat and improve people’s access to nature.
Your Role:
PEC is seeking an enthusiastic and passionate smart growth and land conservation advocate to represent PEC on land use issues in Loudoun and Clarke Counties.
Field representatives are responsible for gathering, analyzing, and distributing information on local development projects, advocating for sensible solutions and working with residents and local government in all activities associated with a community’s land use policies and regulations. Successful field representatives will take initiative and possess the ability to inspire and work well with the community at-large. Specific knowledge areas include familiarity with land use planning, rural area protection, urban are development, and engaging the public in local government planning processes. Field representatives are encouraged to pursue professional development opportunities related to these knowledge areas.
Examples of activities include:
Staying apprised of and advocating for better land use decision making. This includes weighing in on comprehensive plans, zoning and ordinances, development proposals, transportation planning and specific infrastructure projects, local policies and regulations related to rural land preservation and conservation, economic development, and natural and historic resource protection, and others as needed.
Attending local government meetings and writing and speaking on behalf of PEC positions on local government actions and policy proposals
Serving as a technical resource on land use issues, for both local government officials and the broader community, which includes participating on local advisory boards and committees.
Working directly with the public and allied organizations to organize grassroots efforts around campaigns, policies and outcomes supportive of the PEC mission.
Regularly updating PEC board members and staff on land use, conservation, and transportation issues affecting the communities served by the field r
Collaborating with PEC communications and development staff to secure appropriate funding, highlight the benefits of PEC’s work in the region, and mobilize supporters and the public at large.
Track and log interactions with supporters in our Customer/Constituent Relationship Management (CRM)
The field representative reports to PEC’s director of land use, but will also work closely with other field representatives, departments within PEC, and members of the PEC board of directors.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in planning, landscape architecture, public policy, sustainable development, conservation or a related field and a minimum of 5 years work experience is required. Graduate degree preferred.
In-depth knowledge of local land use planning and zoning. Virginia-specific knowledge is preferred.
Demonstrated strong communication skills, both written and oral, including ability to write, edit, and proofread written materials for PEC staff, board of directors, PEC supporters, and the public at large.
Ability to organize, coordinate and manage diverse activities and deadlines with minimal supervision
Effective interpersonal skills, including ability and desire to build relationships with a diverse constituency including local political officials, non-profit representatives, neighborhood associations, businesses and individual citizens with a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives.
Experience working with local residents and/or community organizations, particularly in leading public outreach and/or education campaigns at the grassroots level.
Ability to work in and create an effective and positive team environment, fostering mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among staff and volunteers.
Familiarity with computers and the use of online tools, such as the Google Suite Microsoft Office productivity software, Salesforce and GIS.
Willing and able to work some weekends and evenings as organizational events and county/locality meetings dictate.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
Commitment to service and community and a willingness to participate in practices of justice, equity, diversity and inclusion (JEDI).
Multilingual skills and multicultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
Compensation
Salary range is $60,000-$75,000 and negotiable within the posted range, depending on qualifications and experience.
Benefits PEC offers an outstanding and robust benefits package including:
Two health plan options (PEC pays 83% of the premium for employee only coverage and 73% of the premium for added dependents based on our HSA plan rates)
Dental and Vision insurance plans
Short- and Long-Term Disability, Group Term Life, Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity insurances – all premiums 100% paid by PEC
Health Savings Account (with employer match up to $750 per year) or Flexible Spending Accounts (for health & dependent care)
403(b) pension plan with up to 6% employer contribution (3% automatic and 3% match) after 1 year of service with 100% vesting from day one
12 paid holidays
Longevity-based paid time off of 15-24 days per year, accrued by pay period
1 day per year of paid leave to volunteer
Longevity-based Salary Continuation Leave for employee or family illness - from 2 to 8 weeks every 24 months
Paid Bereavement, Jury Duty and Military Service Training leave
Cell Phone Reimbursement up to $75 per month
Travel Expense Reimbursement
Hybrid work environment and flexible work schedules
Professional Development training and/or education support
Payment for relevant licenses & professional membership fees.
Interested applicants should email a cover letter and resumé to apply@pecva.org . Resum é reviews begin immediately .
The Piedmont Environmental Council is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, genetic information, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job, therefore our job descriptions and qualifications are guidelines, not hard and fast rules. Your experience, which may include paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work helps build the competencies and knowledge of our organization. Diversity of experience and skills, combined with passion, is key to our organizational identity.
Read more about our Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) commitments .
Position Description
Title: Senior Land Use Field Representative – Loudoun & Clarke
Location: Warrenton PEC Office / Remote
Job Classification: Full Time - Exempt
Geographic Focus: Loudoun & Clarke Counties
Supervisor: Director of Land Use
About PEC:
The Piedmont Environmental Council (PEC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that has proudly promoted and protected the natural resources, rural economy, history and beauty of the Virginia Piedmont region since 1972. PEC works with area residents to weigh in on important land use and policy decisions, conserve land, protect air and water quality, celebrate historic resources, build smart transportation networks, promote sustainable energy choices, restore wildlife habitat and improve people’s access to nature.
Your Role:
PEC is seeking an enthusiastic and passionate smart growth and land conservation advocate to represent PEC on land use issues in Loudoun and Clarke Counties.
Field representatives are responsible for gathering, analyzing, and distributing information on local development projects, advocating for sensible solutions and working with residents and local government in all activities associated with a community’s land use policies and regulations. Successful field representatives will take initiative and possess the ability to inspire and work well with the community at-large. Specific knowledge areas include familiarity with land use planning, rural area protection, urban are development, and engaging the public in local government planning processes. Field representatives are encouraged to pursue professional development opportunities related to these knowledge areas.
Examples of activities include:
Staying apprised of and advocating for better land use decision making. This includes weighing in on comprehensive plans, zoning and ordinances, development proposals, transportation planning and specific infrastructure projects, local policies and regulations related to rural land preservation and conservation, economic development, and natural and historic resource protection, and others as needed.
Attending local government meetings and writing and speaking on behalf of PEC positions on local government actions and policy proposals
Serving as a technical resource on land use issues, for both local government officials and the broader community, which includes participating on local advisory boards and committees.
Working directly with the public and allied organizations to organize grassroots efforts around campaigns, policies and outcomes supportive of the PEC mission.
Regularly updating PEC board members and staff on land use, conservation, and transportation issues affecting the communities served by the field r
Collaborating with PEC communications and development staff to secure appropriate funding, highlight the benefits of PEC’s work in the region, and mobilize supporters and the public at large.
Track and log interactions with supporters in our Customer/Constituent Relationship Management (CRM)
The field representative reports to PEC’s director of land use, but will also work closely with other field representatives, departments within PEC, and members of the PEC board of directors.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in planning, landscape architecture, public policy, sustainable development, conservation or a related field and a minimum of 5 years work experience is required. Graduate degree preferred.
In-depth knowledge of local land use planning and zoning. Virginia-specific knowledge is preferred.
Demonstrated strong communication skills, both written and oral, including ability to write, edit, and proofread written materials for PEC staff, board of directors, PEC supporters, and the public at large.
Ability to organize, coordinate and manage diverse activities and deadlines with minimal supervision
Effective interpersonal skills, including ability and desire to build relationships with a diverse constituency including local political officials, non-profit representatives, neighborhood associations, businesses and individual citizens with a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives.
Experience working with local residents and/or community organizations, particularly in leading public outreach and/or education campaigns at the grassroots level.
Ability to work in and create an effective and positive team environment, fostering mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among staff and volunteers.
Familiarity with computers and the use of online tools, such as the Google Suite Microsoft Office productivity software, Salesforce and GIS.
Willing and able to work some weekends and evenings as organizational events and county/locality meetings dictate.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
Commitment to service and community and a willingness to participate in practices of justice, equity, diversity and inclusion (JEDI).
Multilingual skills and multicultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
Compensation
Salary range is $60,000-$75,000 and negotiable within the posted range, depending on qualifications and experience.
Benefits PEC offers an outstanding and robust benefits package including:
Two health plan options (PEC pays 83% of the premium for employee only coverage and 73% of the premium for added dependents based on our HSA plan rates)
Dental and Vision insurance plans
Short- and Long-Term Disability, Group Term Life, Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity insurances – all premiums 100% paid by PEC
Health Savings Account (with employer match up to $750 per year) or Flexible Spending Accounts (for health & dependent care)
403(b) pension plan with up to 6% employer contribution (3% automatic and 3% match) after 1 year of service with 100% vesting from day one
12 paid holidays
Longevity-based paid time off of 15-24 days per year, accrued by pay period
1 day per year of paid leave to volunteer
Longevity-based Salary Continuation Leave for employee or family illness - from 2 to 8 weeks every 24 months
Paid Bereavement, Jury Duty and Military Service Training leave
Cell Phone Reimbursement up to $75 per month
Travel Expense Reimbursement
Hybrid work environment and flexible work schedules
Professional Development training and/or education support
Payment for relevant licenses & professional membership fees.
Interested applicants should email a cover letter and resumé to apply@pecva.org . Resum é reviews begin immediately .
The Piedmont Environmental Council is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, genetic information, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job, therefore our job descriptions and qualifications are guidelines, not hard and fast rules. Your experience, which may include paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work helps build the competencies and knowledge of our organization. Diversity of experience and skills, combined with passion, is key to our organizational identity.
Read more about our Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) commitments .
CVNL
Sonoma
POSITION SOLICITATION: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Reports to: La Luz Center Board of Directors
Location: Sonoma, California
Organization: Non-profit 501(c)(3)
ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW:
Since its founding in 1985, La Luz Center (LLC) has become the primary resource in Sonoma Valley for disadvantaged families seeking opportunities to improve their lives and achieve economic self-sufficiency. The La Luz Center is a hub and sanctuary for
those seeking assistance with basic needs but also offers enhanced programs that further support economic advancement, personal empowerment, and engagement in the community.
While La Luz Center programs and services are available to all in need, Latinx families represent our largest client population. La Luz bilingual services and community outreach activities primarily serve low income clients and have been particularly vital during the past 4 years when immigration issues, wildfires and the pandemic have converged on our community. Many of our clients are employed in industries that drive the economic vitality in the Valley and yet were hardest hit by these events—tourism, hospitality, and the agricultural sector.
The broad range of services at La Luz are delivered directly through LLC programs and through strong partnerships with other local, County, State and Federal organizations providing health, education, legal, employment training, and disaster relief services.
FAMILY SERVICES PROGRAMS
Ensures residents in Sonoma Valley can improve their lives and strengthen their
families by providing easily accessible family services, effective child-parent development programs, and culturally relevant mental health services.
ECONOMIC ADVANCEMENT PROGRAMS
Builds a pathway to a strong middle class through skill building programs that level the economic playing field for low-income families and through financing small business and entrepreneurial ventures in Sonoma Valley.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT PROGRAMS
Engages Sonoma Valley residents in building a resilient and more inclusive community through community-civic activities that strengthen communications and connection between the Latinx and broader community.
The La Luz Center campus is located in the Sonoma Springs community. La Luz also
operates a Family Resource Center (FRC) at El Verano elementary school, an early
childhood education program (AVANCE) at Hanna Boys Center and service hubs at affordable housing centers. La Luz hosts community events (live and remote) that celebrate Latinx history and culture to help build cultural bridges and mutual understanding and a unified sense of community throughout the entire Sonoma Valley. The LLC Community Engagement team also actively participates in community initiatives to advocate and ensure the priorities of Latinx and low-income families are represented.
POSITION OVERVIEW: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (ED)
The Executive Director reports to the Board of Directors and has responsibility for
planning and directing all functions and day to day operations of the organization:
Fundraising, Financial Management, Organizational Development, Community Relations and Outreach, Staffing and Human Resources, Operations and Administration
and Board Relations.
Under the direction of the Board of Directors, the ED helps set the mission, vision and
values of the organization. This includes working with the Board to develop the strategic
plan and direction for the organization. The ED is responsible for implementation plans and keeping the Board informed of progress on strategic plan milestones.
A primary ED responsibility is establishing a strong partnership with the Board and
Staff to secure sustainable income sources and deliver relevant programs to ensure the
economic well-being and advancement of families in Sonoma Valley. A top priority of
the new ED will be to develop the staff and infrastructure to increase the impact of new and existing programs, while maintaining responsiveness to changing community needs and preserving the core principles of hope, empathy, passion and love for community
that are central to the organization’s identity and success.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensure financial sustainability through increased revenue and sound financial management
Build and retain a talented, lean and highly effective staff team
Establish a strong open and collaborative partnership with the Board of Directors
Strengthen the visibility, credibility, and leadership of La Luz within the Latinx and
broader community
Align and enhance programs and services to meet evolving community needs
Expand systems and infrastructure to deliver data-driven measurement of activities
and outcomes
Identify, cultivate, and secure charitable gifts and private and governmental grants
Enhance and expand personal relationships with donors, volunteers, partners, community
leaders and other non-profits
Oversee all functions to ensure compliance with 501(c)(3) non profit status and all
other legal and governmental regulations and reporting requirements
Keep the Board informed of progress on strategic plan implementation, evolving
community needs and LLC activities and program results
Represent the needs of the Latinx community in local decision and policy making
Perform other duties as assigned by the Board President
Maintain all La Luz Facilities and plan for facilities needed to support La Luz programs
CANDIDATE PROFILE:
The LLC Executive Director will be an experienced, dynamic, bilingual and bicultural leader with exceptional interpersonal skills. They will be a team builder with expertise in
fundraising, organizational development, financial and program management and
community relations. They will exhibit excellent communication skills and a collaborative management style. They will bring examples of successes with building a talented
staff, strong partnerships and collaborative Board relationships.
Successful candidates will demonstrate a connection with La Luz Center’s mission and
enthusiasm for the work of LLC. They will have broad understanding of the issues facing Latinx families as well as a deep appreciation for the history and contributions of
the Latinx community.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Fluency in English and Spanish with excellent written and verbal communications
skills in both languages
Deep understanding of and passion for Latinx culture and experience
Previous executive-level leadership experience in a similar, mission-driven nonprofit
environment
Fundraising expertise with a successful track record in income generation through
personal cultivation of donor relationships and in the securing of foundation and government
grants
History of community involvement and activism
Minimum of 3 years of successful senior management experience
Record of success in achieving organizational goals and financial growth
Proven people and team management skills with examples of coaching and mentoring
successes
Budgeting and financial management skills in an organization funded by grants and
donor contributions
Leadership effectiveness across ethnic, cultural, and racial backgrounds and socioeconomic
levels
DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Sound understanding of Salesforce.com platform and the utilization of CRM and
donor management systems
Digital proficiency (computer software, social media, Zoom and conferencing applications)
Experience managing staff and programs in remote or semi-remote environments
Practical knowledge of disaster preparation and disaster relief management
OTHER DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS:
Outgoing and Energetic Personality
Strategic thinker
Notable communication and listening skills
Compassionate and inspirational
APPLICATION PROCESS:
To be considered for this opportunity, please submit an electronic version of your resume and cover letter to cvnl.org/executive-search .
POSITION SOLICITATION: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Reports to: La Luz Center Board of Directors
Location: Sonoma, California
Organization: Non-profit 501(c)(3)
ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW:
Since its founding in 1985, La Luz Center (LLC) has become the primary resource in Sonoma Valley for disadvantaged families seeking opportunities to improve their lives and achieve economic self-sufficiency. The La Luz Center is a hub and sanctuary for
those seeking assistance with basic needs but also offers enhanced programs that further support economic advancement, personal empowerment, and engagement in the community.
While La Luz Center programs and services are available to all in need, Latinx families represent our largest client population. La Luz bilingual services and community outreach activities primarily serve low income clients and have been particularly vital during the past 4 years when immigration issues, wildfires and the pandemic have converged on our community. Many of our clients are employed in industries that drive the economic vitality in the Valley and yet were hardest hit by these events—tourism, hospitality, and the agricultural sector.
The broad range of services at La Luz are delivered directly through LLC programs and through strong partnerships with other local, County, State and Federal organizations providing health, education, legal, employment training, and disaster relief services.
FAMILY SERVICES PROGRAMS
Ensures residents in Sonoma Valley can improve their lives and strengthen their
families by providing easily accessible family services, effective child-parent development programs, and culturally relevant mental health services.
ECONOMIC ADVANCEMENT PROGRAMS
Builds a pathway to a strong middle class through skill building programs that level the economic playing field for low-income families and through financing small business and entrepreneurial ventures in Sonoma Valley.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT PROGRAMS
Engages Sonoma Valley residents in building a resilient and more inclusive community through community-civic activities that strengthen communications and connection between the Latinx and broader community.
The La Luz Center campus is located in the Sonoma Springs community. La Luz also
operates a Family Resource Center (FRC) at El Verano elementary school, an early
childhood education program (AVANCE) at Hanna Boys Center and service hubs at affordable housing centers. La Luz hosts community events (live and remote) that celebrate Latinx history and culture to help build cultural bridges and mutual understanding and a unified sense of community throughout the entire Sonoma Valley. The LLC Community Engagement team also actively participates in community initiatives to advocate and ensure the priorities of Latinx and low-income families are represented.
POSITION OVERVIEW: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (ED)
The Executive Director reports to the Board of Directors and has responsibility for
planning and directing all functions and day to day operations of the organization:
Fundraising, Financial Management, Organizational Development, Community Relations and Outreach, Staffing and Human Resources, Operations and Administration
and Board Relations.
Under the direction of the Board of Directors, the ED helps set the mission, vision and
values of the organization. This includes working with the Board to develop the strategic
plan and direction for the organization. The ED is responsible for implementation plans and keeping the Board informed of progress on strategic plan milestones.
A primary ED responsibility is establishing a strong partnership with the Board and
Staff to secure sustainable income sources and deliver relevant programs to ensure the
economic well-being and advancement of families in Sonoma Valley. A top priority of
the new ED will be to develop the staff and infrastructure to increase the impact of new and existing programs, while maintaining responsiveness to changing community needs and preserving the core principles of hope, empathy, passion and love for community
that are central to the organization’s identity and success.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensure financial sustainability through increased revenue and sound financial management
Build and retain a talented, lean and highly effective staff team
Establish a strong open and collaborative partnership with the Board of Directors
Strengthen the visibility, credibility, and leadership of La Luz within the Latinx and
broader community
Align and enhance programs and services to meet evolving community needs
Expand systems and infrastructure to deliver data-driven measurement of activities
and outcomes
Identify, cultivate, and secure charitable gifts and private and governmental grants
Enhance and expand personal relationships with donors, volunteers, partners, community
leaders and other non-profits
Oversee all functions to ensure compliance with 501(c)(3) non profit status and all
other legal and governmental regulations and reporting requirements
Keep the Board informed of progress on strategic plan implementation, evolving
community needs and LLC activities and program results
Represent the needs of the Latinx community in local decision and policy making
Perform other duties as assigned by the Board President
Maintain all La Luz Facilities and plan for facilities needed to support La Luz programs
CANDIDATE PROFILE:
The LLC Executive Director will be an experienced, dynamic, bilingual and bicultural leader with exceptional interpersonal skills. They will be a team builder with expertise in
fundraising, organizational development, financial and program management and
community relations. They will exhibit excellent communication skills and a collaborative management style. They will bring examples of successes with building a talented
staff, strong partnerships and collaborative Board relationships.
Successful candidates will demonstrate a connection with La Luz Center’s mission and
enthusiasm for the work of LLC. They will have broad understanding of the issues facing Latinx families as well as a deep appreciation for the history and contributions of
the Latinx community.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Fluency in English and Spanish with excellent written and verbal communications
skills in both languages
Deep understanding of and passion for Latinx culture and experience
Previous executive-level leadership experience in a similar, mission-driven nonprofit
environment
Fundraising expertise with a successful track record in income generation through
personal cultivation of donor relationships and in the securing of foundation and government
grants
History of community involvement and activism
Minimum of 3 years of successful senior management experience
Record of success in achieving organizational goals and financial growth
Proven people and team management skills with examples of coaching and mentoring
successes
Budgeting and financial management skills in an organization funded by grants and
donor contributions
Leadership effectiveness across ethnic, cultural, and racial backgrounds and socioeconomic
levels
DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Sound understanding of Salesforce.com platform and the utilization of CRM and
donor management systems
Digital proficiency (computer software, social media, Zoom and conferencing applications)
Experience managing staff and programs in remote or semi-remote environments
Practical knowledge of disaster preparation and disaster relief management
OTHER DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS:
Outgoing and Energetic Personality
Strategic thinker
Notable communication and listening skills
Compassionate and inspirational
APPLICATION PROCESS:
To be considered for this opportunity, please submit an electronic version of your resume and cover letter to cvnl.org/executive-search .