Multnomah County Dept. of Community Justice
1401 NE 68th Ave, Portland OR 97213
THIS WORK MATTERS - Are you a juvenile justice leader motivated to remove systemic barriers? Are you a Restorative Justice Champion? Do you have a knack for leading leaders? Are you a collaborative problem solver who will go the extra mile for youth and families? Do you have strong communication skills and enjoy networking with community partners to solve big challenges? This career opportunity may be just what you’re looking for… keep reading!
The Multnomah County Department of Community Justice Juvenile Services Division strives to be a National Model for Juvenile Justice where integrity, commitment, leadership, diversity, inclusion, and compassion are the foundation. The purpose of this integral position is to provide administration, oversight, planning and evaluation of restorative initiatives, courtyard cafe, and residential programming, assisting in the operations of the Juvenile Services Division.
This advanced level, professional position reports to the Juvenile Services Division (JSD) Director and provides oversight, supervision, and leadership to the Restorative Practice Team, Courtyard Cafe, and Assessment and Evaluation Program.
The Department of Community Justice is looking for a Senior Leader who can demonstrate expertise in the following areas:
Strategic Planning / Leadership: You will develop goals and direction based on the overall county/department mission and vision to increase community safety through positive change.
Results Through People: You will help achieve results through the contribution of others by motivating and inspiring growth and productivity.
Relationships and Community: You will build positive and sustainable relationships with a range of key internal and external stakeholders.
Leading Cross-Culturally: You will foster an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision, mission, and goals of the organization.
Team Building: You will develop, inspire, and foster employees to work collaboratively.
Organizational Savviness: You will demonstrate understanding and good judgment of organizational culture and interpersonal relationships, with both internal and external groups, to identify opportunities of mutual interest and benefit.
Delivery: You will ensure services are provided by quality processes through monitoring and understanding.
Outcomes: You achieve quality outcomes for the individual, the organization, and the county.
Personal Development : You will strive for an honest and accurate assessment of oneself and demonstrate willingness for continuous improvement.
Functional/Technical: You possess specific knowledge about laws, regulations, certifications, licensure and skills for specific assignments.
The essential functions of this position include:
Oversight, supervision, and leadership to the Restorative Practice Team and Assessment and Evaluation Program
Direct the managers who lead the day-to-day operations of the Assessment and Evaluation (A&E), Courtyard Cafe, and Restorative Services programs.
For the A&E Program, this includes ensuring adherence to Behavioral Rehabilitation Services (BRS) standards as set forth by Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and reviewed by regular audits.
Supervision of staff that includes:
Supervision of two A&E Managers and the A&E Program
Supervision of the Courtyard Cafe Manager and Nutrition Services Program
Supervision of the Restorative Practices Program
Manage 20% of JSD’s FTEs.
Establishes expectations and provides employee performance feedback.
Create a positive work environment and employ a strength-based approach to supervising staff.
Respond to and resolve confidential and sensitive inquiries; investigate complaints and recommend corrective actions as necessary.
Develop and coordinate professional staff development.
Development and management of the budget, contract monitoring, purchasing and accounting functions
Develop justifications and make budgetary recommendations to the DCJ Executive Team for the $6.1 million (approx.) of the JSD budget that they will be responsible for.
Develop, administer, assist, and monitor program budgets.
Assist the Juvenile Services Division Director in preparation, management and oversight of contracts and service delivery.
Forecasts and projects expenditure/revenue impacts and reallocates resources as necessary.
Plan, organize, direct, manage, coordinate and evaluate A&E and restorative programs in JSD.
Assist in the coordination and development of the Juvenile Crime Prevention Plan.
Approve expenditures with strict adherence to County Finance Administrative Procedures.
Analyze and review federal, state, and local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures in order to ensure compliance; conduct analysis on best practices and trends, and formulate and implement recommendations.
Recommend and establish administrative controls and improvements.
Identify, obtain, and manage funding from grants, contracts and other funding streams
Clinical Direction and Oversight for Assessment & Evaluation Behavioral Residential Program
Provide oversight of clinical operations of the program.
Implementation of therapeutic interventions and evidence-based practices.
Collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to include other county agencies, clients/families, and community providers to ensure accessibility of services to clients and appropriateness of referral and placements.
Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of programming.
Ensure that treatment programs effectively integrate community supervision, safety, and clinical protocols and mandates.
Initiate continuous program improvement efforts.
Program development, planning, coordination, and implementation
Lead in the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and practices for improved outcomes.
Monitors employee compliance with policy and procedure and keeps JSD Director advised of staff issues.
Set goals and objectives for the unit in alignment with the Department’s overall mission and vision.
Continuously review and evaluate the quality of services provided by individual work teams.
Provide leadership, strategy, and advice, driving the programmatic work of the Restorative Practices team.
The Restorative Practices team includes the Hands of Wonder garden, Detention restorative practice coordinator, and Court and Community Services restorative practice coordinator.
The programmatic work includes developing and implementing restorative practice training programs, designing and facilitating, restorative circles or meetings, creating policies and procedures for restorative approaches, evaluating the effectiveness of restorative interventions, and collaborating with other internal and external stakeholders to promote restorative practices.
Provide leadership for interagency collaborations that will improve policies and procedures to better youth and families impacted by the Juvenile Justice system.
Research evidence based practices related to subject matter expertise, including topics on trauma, cultural responsivity, and reducing overrepresentation of marginalized populations in the Juvenile Justice system.
WORKFORCE EQUITY
At Multnomah County we are committed to maintaining an effective, respectful and inclusive workplace. We value collaborative problem solving and strive for continuous improvement. We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity and inclusion. Visit our Workforce Equity Strategies Plan (WESP) to see where Multnomah County is headed with these values.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY JUSTICE
Vision ~ Community Safety through Positive Change
The Department of Community Justice (DCJ) is recognized as a national leader in both adult and juvenile community justice. DCJ routinely consults and makes use of evidence-based practices in our program and policy development. The Department's commitment to data-informed decision-making has led DCJ to make smart investments of taxpayer dollars in supervision, sanctions, and services for the county's highest risk and highest need justice-involved individuals. DCJ makes long-term investments in its employees through the provision of education and training. The Department believes that in order to enhance public safety we must work collaboratively with the judiciary, law enforcement, schools, treatment agencies, and the community.
The Department shares information with community members, partners, and staff to keep communities safe by preventing and reducing crime and routinely evaluating which local policies support best practices. DCJ operates 24 hours a day, with nearly 650 regular, on-call, and temporary employees. The Department supervises justice-involved individuals and those defendants requiring pretrial services. DCJ's Juvenile Services Division operates the Donald E. Long Juvenile Detention Facility and is responsible for youth on formal and informal community supervision.
More general information about the Department of Community Justice including our mission, vision, and strategies can be found at: www.multco.us/dcj .
The Department of Community Justice's Strategic Plan (Executive Summary and Full report) can be found at: https://multco.us/file/68223/download .
Serving the Public, Even During Disasters
Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.
TO QUALIFY
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
6 years of experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of this position as listed above;
Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience, in Criminal Justice, Child Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field;
Must be able to pass a thorough background investigation, including being fingerprinted.
Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.
Licensed in a behavioral health field or qualify as a QMHP per OAR 309-019-0125 , with the ability to clinically supervise staff with the same credentials.
Juvenile justice experience
Restorative Practice experience
Management/Senior Leadership Experience
Behavioral Residential Services experience
*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Type of Position: This is a salaried position.
Type: Non-Represented
FLSA: Exempt
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week
Location: Juvenile Justice Complex @ 1401 NE 68th Ave, Portland, OR 97202
Multnomah County offers a comprehensive benefit package to all eligible employees. A few highlights include:
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision).
Qualify for a defined benefit pension after five years of vesting; we pick up the employee's share of the retirement contribution (6% of subject wages).
Generous paid leave (vacation, sick, parental, bereavement, military etc.)
Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance
Optional deferred compensation and flexible spending accounts
Access to a free annual Trimet bus pass
Access to wellness resources
Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.
Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
Apr 23, 2024
Full time
THIS WORK MATTERS - Are you a juvenile justice leader motivated to remove systemic barriers? Are you a Restorative Justice Champion? Do you have a knack for leading leaders? Are you a collaborative problem solver who will go the extra mile for youth and families? Do you have strong communication skills and enjoy networking with community partners to solve big challenges? This career opportunity may be just what you’re looking for… keep reading!
The Multnomah County Department of Community Justice Juvenile Services Division strives to be a National Model for Juvenile Justice where integrity, commitment, leadership, diversity, inclusion, and compassion are the foundation. The purpose of this integral position is to provide administration, oversight, planning and evaluation of restorative initiatives, courtyard cafe, and residential programming, assisting in the operations of the Juvenile Services Division.
This advanced level, professional position reports to the Juvenile Services Division (JSD) Director and provides oversight, supervision, and leadership to the Restorative Practice Team, Courtyard Cafe, and Assessment and Evaluation Program.
The Department of Community Justice is looking for a Senior Leader who can demonstrate expertise in the following areas:
Strategic Planning / Leadership: You will develop goals and direction based on the overall county/department mission and vision to increase community safety through positive change.
Results Through People: You will help achieve results through the contribution of others by motivating and inspiring growth and productivity.
Relationships and Community: You will build positive and sustainable relationships with a range of key internal and external stakeholders.
Leading Cross-Culturally: You will foster an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision, mission, and goals of the organization.
Team Building: You will develop, inspire, and foster employees to work collaboratively.
Organizational Savviness: You will demonstrate understanding and good judgment of organizational culture and interpersonal relationships, with both internal and external groups, to identify opportunities of mutual interest and benefit.
Delivery: You will ensure services are provided by quality processes through monitoring and understanding.
Outcomes: You achieve quality outcomes for the individual, the organization, and the county.
Personal Development : You will strive for an honest and accurate assessment of oneself and demonstrate willingness for continuous improvement.
Functional/Technical: You possess specific knowledge about laws, regulations, certifications, licensure and skills for specific assignments.
The essential functions of this position include:
Oversight, supervision, and leadership to the Restorative Practice Team and Assessment and Evaluation Program
Direct the managers who lead the day-to-day operations of the Assessment and Evaluation (A&E), Courtyard Cafe, and Restorative Services programs.
For the A&E Program, this includes ensuring adherence to Behavioral Rehabilitation Services (BRS) standards as set forth by Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and reviewed by regular audits.
Supervision of staff that includes:
Supervision of two A&E Managers and the A&E Program
Supervision of the Courtyard Cafe Manager and Nutrition Services Program
Supervision of the Restorative Practices Program
Manage 20% of JSD’s FTEs.
Establishes expectations and provides employee performance feedback.
Create a positive work environment and employ a strength-based approach to supervising staff.
Respond to and resolve confidential and sensitive inquiries; investigate complaints and recommend corrective actions as necessary.
Develop and coordinate professional staff development.
Development and management of the budget, contract monitoring, purchasing and accounting functions
Develop justifications and make budgetary recommendations to the DCJ Executive Team for the $6.1 million (approx.) of the JSD budget that they will be responsible for.
Develop, administer, assist, and monitor program budgets.
Assist the Juvenile Services Division Director in preparation, management and oversight of contracts and service delivery.
Forecasts and projects expenditure/revenue impacts and reallocates resources as necessary.
Plan, organize, direct, manage, coordinate and evaluate A&E and restorative programs in JSD.
Assist in the coordination and development of the Juvenile Crime Prevention Plan.
Approve expenditures with strict adherence to County Finance Administrative Procedures.
Analyze and review federal, state, and local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures in order to ensure compliance; conduct analysis on best practices and trends, and formulate and implement recommendations.
Recommend and establish administrative controls and improvements.
Identify, obtain, and manage funding from grants, contracts and other funding streams
Clinical Direction and Oversight for Assessment & Evaluation Behavioral Residential Program
Provide oversight of clinical operations of the program.
Implementation of therapeutic interventions and evidence-based practices.
Collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to include other county agencies, clients/families, and community providers to ensure accessibility of services to clients and appropriateness of referral and placements.
Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of programming.
Ensure that treatment programs effectively integrate community supervision, safety, and clinical protocols and mandates.
Initiate continuous program improvement efforts.
Program development, planning, coordination, and implementation
Lead in the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and practices for improved outcomes.
Monitors employee compliance with policy and procedure and keeps JSD Director advised of staff issues.
Set goals and objectives for the unit in alignment with the Department’s overall mission and vision.
Continuously review and evaluate the quality of services provided by individual work teams.
Provide leadership, strategy, and advice, driving the programmatic work of the Restorative Practices team.
The Restorative Practices team includes the Hands of Wonder garden, Detention restorative practice coordinator, and Court and Community Services restorative practice coordinator.
The programmatic work includes developing and implementing restorative practice training programs, designing and facilitating, restorative circles or meetings, creating policies and procedures for restorative approaches, evaluating the effectiveness of restorative interventions, and collaborating with other internal and external stakeholders to promote restorative practices.
Provide leadership for interagency collaborations that will improve policies and procedures to better youth and families impacted by the Juvenile Justice system.
Research evidence based practices related to subject matter expertise, including topics on trauma, cultural responsivity, and reducing overrepresentation of marginalized populations in the Juvenile Justice system.
WORKFORCE EQUITY
At Multnomah County we are committed to maintaining an effective, respectful and inclusive workplace. We value collaborative problem solving and strive for continuous improvement. We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity and inclusion. Visit our Workforce Equity Strategies Plan (WESP) to see where Multnomah County is headed with these values.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY JUSTICE
Vision ~ Community Safety through Positive Change
The Department of Community Justice (DCJ) is recognized as a national leader in both adult and juvenile community justice. DCJ routinely consults and makes use of evidence-based practices in our program and policy development. The Department's commitment to data-informed decision-making has led DCJ to make smart investments of taxpayer dollars in supervision, sanctions, and services for the county's highest risk and highest need justice-involved individuals. DCJ makes long-term investments in its employees through the provision of education and training. The Department believes that in order to enhance public safety we must work collaboratively with the judiciary, law enforcement, schools, treatment agencies, and the community.
The Department shares information with community members, partners, and staff to keep communities safe by preventing and reducing crime and routinely evaluating which local policies support best practices. DCJ operates 24 hours a day, with nearly 650 regular, on-call, and temporary employees. The Department supervises justice-involved individuals and those defendants requiring pretrial services. DCJ's Juvenile Services Division operates the Donald E. Long Juvenile Detention Facility and is responsible for youth on formal and informal community supervision.
More general information about the Department of Community Justice including our mission, vision, and strategies can be found at: www.multco.us/dcj .
The Department of Community Justice's Strategic Plan (Executive Summary and Full report) can be found at: https://multco.us/file/68223/download .
Serving the Public, Even During Disasters
Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.
TO QUALIFY
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
6 years of experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of this position as listed above;
Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience, in Criminal Justice, Child Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field;
Must be able to pass a thorough background investigation, including being fingerprinted.
Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.
Licensed in a behavioral health field or qualify as a QMHP per OAR 309-019-0125 , with the ability to clinically supervise staff with the same credentials.
Juvenile justice experience
Restorative Practice experience
Management/Senior Leadership Experience
Behavioral Residential Services experience
*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Type of Position: This is a salaried position.
Type: Non-Represented
FLSA: Exempt
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week
Location: Juvenile Justice Complex @ 1401 NE 68th Ave, Portland, OR 97202
Multnomah County offers a comprehensive benefit package to all eligible employees. A few highlights include:
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision).
Qualify for a defined benefit pension after five years of vesting; we pick up the employee's share of the retirement contribution (6% of subject wages).
Generous paid leave (vacation, sick, parental, bereavement, military etc.)
Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance
Optional deferred compensation and flexible spending accounts
Access to a free annual Trimet bus pass
Access to wellness resources
Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.
Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
About KIND:
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied refugee and migrant children. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child’s rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety. KIND has accepted over 23,000 referrals of children seeking legal representation in their immigration proceedings. KIND has welcomed more than 41,000 attendees to trainings since its founding, cultivating partnerships with over 670 law firms, corporate legal departments, law schools, and bar associations across the country.
KIND’s social services program ensures that migrant and refugee children – who have often endured trauma – receive counseling, educational support, medical care, and other comprehensive services.
To address the root causes of child migration from Central America, and strengthen the protection of unaccompanied children, KIND advocates for policy changes and educates lawmakers, the media, and the broader public on the conditions that drive these children to flee their home countries. KIND supports children returning to their home countries by connecting them to essential support services and sponsors gender-based violence prevention programs in Central America to protect children in countries of origin and transit.
KIND is also building upon its expertise in the protection of unaccompanied children to encourage the development of pro bono initiatives across Europe in partnership with European NGOs.
Position Summary:
KIND seeks a Senior Attorney to provide senior-level expertise and leadership in the provision of legal services by KIND attorneys and pro bono partners to unaccompanied children facing removal proceedings. Serve as a thoughtful leader and expert advisor on complex and novel legal issues for internal and external stakeholders. As needed, supervise Staff Attorneys, Senior Paralegals, and other non-attorney staff. The Senior Attorney will report to the Supervising Attorney.
The temporary position is scheduled to commence February or March 2024 and will conclude August or September 2024.
Essential Functions:
Provide both mentoring to KIND pro bono attorneys and direct legal representation to KIND clients:
In the pro bono mentoring function, provide robust consultation and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys who have accepted a KIND case.
In the direct representation function, perform ordinary functions of legal counsel including legal research and formulating the legal strategy for the case; conducting client interviews; appearing before immigration and/or state courts or agencies, and drafting and filing court pleadings and applications for benefits.
Supervise staff attorneys, fellows, supervising paralegals, senior paralegals, or other non-attorney staff as needed, including:
Onboarding, legal skills training, and case technical assistance, daily support, and coaching conducting regular check-ins and performance evaluations, reviewing work products, case audits, and providing consistent and effective feedback and oversight to ensure high-quality legal work.
Place cases with pro bono attorneys, and provide ongoing expert mentoring, training, and technical assistance in individual and group settings.
Engage in outreach to foster and expand relationships with community stakeholders and pro bono partners including law firm and in-house corporate counsel; provide expert contribution and oversight in the development of guidance materials and samples.
Contribute to overall office functioning, including actively participating in the field office and KIND-wide calls and meetings, field office and KIND-wide committees, and providing leadership in-office events.
Oversee data management, ensuring data integrity through regular case audits, technical fluency with KIND’s case management systems, and oversight of data upkeep and accuracy by supervisees.
In coordination with KIND’s Training and Technical Assistance Team as well as the Senior Director for Pro Bono Partnerships, as needed, develop local training curriculum, including sample filings and guidance packets. Assist with development and conducting of local and national KIND training for both staff and external partners and stakeholders.
In collaboration with Legal Programs Management, and in coordination with other organizational departments such as Development and Finance, assist in developing and implementing grant and contract-funded programming, including monitoring performance against grant and contract commitments.
Collaborate with other KIND departments on specific projects and initiatives as needed, including KIND’s Policy, Advocacy, Communications, and Regional departments.
Represent KIND at local stakeholder meetings, trainings, conferences, and events.
Participate in and lead local and national KIND meetings, committees, retreats, and events.
Provide leadership and oversight in ensuring overall field office functioning and developing KIND’s legal services program at large.
Qualifications and Requirements:
J.D. and admitted to the local state bar.
Fluent in English and Spanish.
Minimum of 4 years of experience practicing immigration law, which should include representation of clients in humanitarian immigration claims such as asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, U visas, and T visas.
Minimum of 3 years of experience working with children, preferably immigrant and refugee children, and/or working with survivors of abuse, human trafficking, or other trauma.
Experience working with law firm attorneys and/or other legal volunteers.
Minimum of 2 years of experience supervising attorneys and/or legal staff if the position requires supervision. For non-supervisory senior attorneys, a minimum of 2 years demonstrating proven legal expertise or exemplary skills in managing complex legal projects.
Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and communication styles.
Committed to prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as embracing transparency and authenticity in daily work life.
Be disciplined and nimble to ensure delivery on our core mission of access to justice and protection of children’s wellbeing and rights.
Showing the ability to multi-task and work with a sense of urgency in a dynamic, fast paced environment.
Committed to practicing and supporting wellbeing and a work-home life balance.
Experience working and communicating in a remote environment.
Salary Range: $86,880 - $108,600 a year
Benefits: Discover the perks of working for KIND
KIND requires all staff be COVID vaccinated with the exception of those who have medical or religious beliefs exemptions.
Application Instructions:
In order to be considered for the desired role please apply here .
Please be advised that an employment application will need to be submitted along with your resume and cover letter, in order to be considered for the desired role.
KIND has an organization-wide commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strive to create a work environment where everyone has a sense of belonging. Individuals from historically underrepresented or underserved communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Disclaimer: KIND is committed to an ethical recruitment and hiring process and maintains a firm “no fees” recruitment policy. We will never charge a fee or ask for money as part of the application process. KIND also conducts all interviews via telephone or video conference, and at no time will KIND engage in a text or mobile app-based application or interview process. For more information, please visit the following website: https://supportkind.org/join-the-team/kind-employment-practices/ .
Apr 02, 2024
Full time
About KIND:
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied refugee and migrant children. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child’s rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety. KIND has accepted over 23,000 referrals of children seeking legal representation in their immigration proceedings. KIND has welcomed more than 41,000 attendees to trainings since its founding, cultivating partnerships with over 670 law firms, corporate legal departments, law schools, and bar associations across the country.
KIND’s social services program ensures that migrant and refugee children – who have often endured trauma – receive counseling, educational support, medical care, and other comprehensive services.
To address the root causes of child migration from Central America, and strengthen the protection of unaccompanied children, KIND advocates for policy changes and educates lawmakers, the media, and the broader public on the conditions that drive these children to flee their home countries. KIND supports children returning to their home countries by connecting them to essential support services and sponsors gender-based violence prevention programs in Central America to protect children in countries of origin and transit.
KIND is also building upon its expertise in the protection of unaccompanied children to encourage the development of pro bono initiatives across Europe in partnership with European NGOs.
Position Summary:
KIND seeks a Senior Attorney to provide senior-level expertise and leadership in the provision of legal services by KIND attorneys and pro bono partners to unaccompanied children facing removal proceedings. Serve as a thoughtful leader and expert advisor on complex and novel legal issues for internal and external stakeholders. As needed, supervise Staff Attorneys, Senior Paralegals, and other non-attorney staff. The Senior Attorney will report to the Supervising Attorney.
The temporary position is scheduled to commence February or March 2024 and will conclude August or September 2024.
Essential Functions:
Provide both mentoring to KIND pro bono attorneys and direct legal representation to KIND clients:
In the pro bono mentoring function, provide robust consultation and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys who have accepted a KIND case.
In the direct representation function, perform ordinary functions of legal counsel including legal research and formulating the legal strategy for the case; conducting client interviews; appearing before immigration and/or state courts or agencies, and drafting and filing court pleadings and applications for benefits.
Supervise staff attorneys, fellows, supervising paralegals, senior paralegals, or other non-attorney staff as needed, including:
Onboarding, legal skills training, and case technical assistance, daily support, and coaching conducting regular check-ins and performance evaluations, reviewing work products, case audits, and providing consistent and effective feedback and oversight to ensure high-quality legal work.
Place cases with pro bono attorneys, and provide ongoing expert mentoring, training, and technical assistance in individual and group settings.
Engage in outreach to foster and expand relationships with community stakeholders and pro bono partners including law firm and in-house corporate counsel; provide expert contribution and oversight in the development of guidance materials and samples.
Contribute to overall office functioning, including actively participating in the field office and KIND-wide calls and meetings, field office and KIND-wide committees, and providing leadership in-office events.
Oversee data management, ensuring data integrity through regular case audits, technical fluency with KIND’s case management systems, and oversight of data upkeep and accuracy by supervisees.
In coordination with KIND’s Training and Technical Assistance Team as well as the Senior Director for Pro Bono Partnerships, as needed, develop local training curriculum, including sample filings and guidance packets. Assist with development and conducting of local and national KIND training for both staff and external partners and stakeholders.
In collaboration with Legal Programs Management, and in coordination with other organizational departments such as Development and Finance, assist in developing and implementing grant and contract-funded programming, including monitoring performance against grant and contract commitments.
Collaborate with other KIND departments on specific projects and initiatives as needed, including KIND’s Policy, Advocacy, Communications, and Regional departments.
Represent KIND at local stakeholder meetings, trainings, conferences, and events.
Participate in and lead local and national KIND meetings, committees, retreats, and events.
Provide leadership and oversight in ensuring overall field office functioning and developing KIND’s legal services program at large.
Qualifications and Requirements:
J.D. and admitted to the local state bar.
Fluent in English and Spanish.
Minimum of 4 years of experience practicing immigration law, which should include representation of clients in humanitarian immigration claims such as asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, U visas, and T visas.
Minimum of 3 years of experience working with children, preferably immigrant and refugee children, and/or working with survivors of abuse, human trafficking, or other trauma.
Experience working with law firm attorneys and/or other legal volunteers.
Minimum of 2 years of experience supervising attorneys and/or legal staff if the position requires supervision. For non-supervisory senior attorneys, a minimum of 2 years demonstrating proven legal expertise or exemplary skills in managing complex legal projects.
Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and communication styles.
Committed to prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as embracing transparency and authenticity in daily work life.
Be disciplined and nimble to ensure delivery on our core mission of access to justice and protection of children’s wellbeing and rights.
Showing the ability to multi-task and work with a sense of urgency in a dynamic, fast paced environment.
Committed to practicing and supporting wellbeing and a work-home life balance.
Experience working and communicating in a remote environment.
Salary Range: $86,880 - $108,600 a year
Benefits: Discover the perks of working for KIND
KIND requires all staff be COVID vaccinated with the exception of those who have medical or religious beliefs exemptions.
Application Instructions:
In order to be considered for the desired role please apply here .
Please be advised that an employment application will need to be submitted along with your resume and cover letter, in order to be considered for the desired role.
KIND has an organization-wide commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strive to create a work environment where everyone has a sense of belonging. Individuals from historically underrepresented or underserved communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Disclaimer: KIND is committed to an ethical recruitment and hiring process and maintains a firm “no fees” recruitment policy. We will never charge a fee or ask for money as part of the application process. KIND also conducts all interviews via telephone or video conference, and at no time will KIND engage in a text or mobile app-based application or interview process. For more information, please visit the following website: https://supportkind.org/join-the-team/kind-employment-practices/ .
About KIND:
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied refugee and migrant children. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child’s rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety. KIND has accepted over 23,000 referrals of children seeking legal representation in their immigration proceedings. KIND has welcomed more than 41,000 attendees to trainings since its founding, cultivating partnerships with over 670 law firms, corporate legal departments, law schools, and bar associations across the country.
KIND’s social services program ensures that migrant and refugee children – who have often endured trauma – receive counseling, educational support, medical care, and other comprehensive services.
To address the root causes of child migration from Central America, and strengthen the protection of unaccompanied children, KIND advocates for policy changes and educates lawmakers, the media, and the broader public on the conditions that drive these children to flee their home countries. KIND supports children returning to their home countries by connecting them to essential support services and sponsors gender-based violence prevention programs in Central America to protect children in countries of origin and transit.
KIND is also building upon its expertise in the protection of unaccompanied children to encourage the development of pro bono initiatives across Europe in partnership with European NGOs.
Position Summary:
KIND seeks a Staff Attorney to provide expert legal services to unaccompanied children needing legal representation through zealous direct representation as well as pro bono facilitation, including robust consultation, training, and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys who have accepted KIND cases. As needed, supervise Senior Paralegals, Paralegals, interns, and/or other non-attorney staff. The Staff Attorney will report to the Managing Attorney, Washington, DC - Released.
Essential Functions:
Provides both mentoring to KIND pro bono attorneys and direct legal representation to KIND clients.
In the pro bono mentoring function, provides robust consultation and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys who have accepted a KIND case.
In the direct representation function, perform ordinary functions of legal counsel including legal research and formulating the legal strategy for the case, conducting client interviews, appearing before immigration and/or state courts or agencies and drafting and filing court pleadings and applications for benefits.
Supervises interns and/or other non-attorney staff as needed including, onboarding, skills training, daily support and coaching, review and quality assurance of filings, regular check-ins and performance evaluations, and provision of consistent and effective supervision and oversight.
Places cases with pro bono attorneys and actively builds relationships between KIND and the pro bono community.
In coordination with KIND’s Training and Technical Assistance Team and the local field office Senior Attorney/s, as needed, helps develop pro bono training resources and local training curriculum, including sample filings and guidance packets; with supervision, presents trainings to pro bono attorneys and community groups.
Contributes to overall office functioning, including actively participating in field office and KIND-wide calls and meetings, field office and KIND-wide committees, and assisting with office events.
Ensures entry of timely, accurate, and detailed case data into KIND’s case management systems.
Represents KIND at local coalitions, courts, and agencies.
Qualifications and Requirements:
J.D. and admitted to the local state.
Fluent in English and Spanish.
Minimum of 1 year of experience practicing immigration law, which should include representation of clients in humanitarian immigration claims such as asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, U visas, and T visas.
Minimum of 1 year of experience working with children, preferably immigrant and refugee children, and/or working with vulnerable populations, survivors of abuse, human trafficking, or other trauma.
Experience working with law firm attorneys and/or other legal volunteers if the majority of the caseload is working directly with pro bono attorneys.
Strong record of cultural competence and cross-cultural communication skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Spanish.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites (such as Teams, Excel, etc.).
Ability to work collaboratively and multi-task in our KIND environment, managing numerous priorities and emerging opportunities.
Excellent organizational skills with ability to work on multiple projects in a deadline-oriented environment. Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate as appropriate.
Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and communication styles.
Committed to prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as embracing transparency and authenticity in daily work life.
Be disciplined and nimble to ensure delivery on our core mission of access to justice and protection of children’s wellbeing and rights.
Showing the ability to multi-task and work with a sense of urgency in a dynamic, fast paced environment.
Committed to practicing and supporting wellbeing and a work-home life balance.
Experience working and communicating in a remote environment.
Salary Range: $67,440 - $84,300 a year
Benefits: Discover the perks of working for KIND
KIND requires all staff be COVID vaccinated with the exception of those who have medical or religious beliefs exemptions.
Application Instructions:
In order to be considered for the desired role please apply here .
Please be advised that an employment application will need to be submitted along with your resume and cover letter, in order to be considered for the desired role.
KIND has an organization-wide commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strive to create a work environment where everyone has a sense of belonging. Individuals from historically underrepresented or underserved communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Disclaimer: KIND is committed to an ethical recruitment and hiring process and maintains a firm “no fees” recruitment policy. We will never charge a fee or ask for money as part of the application process. KIND also conducts all interviews via telephone or video conference, and at no time will KIND engage in a text or mobile app-based application or interview process. For more information, please visit the following website: https://supportkind.org/join-the-team/kind-employment-practices/ .
Apr 02, 2024
Full time
About KIND:
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied refugee and migrant children. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child’s rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety. KIND has accepted over 23,000 referrals of children seeking legal representation in their immigration proceedings. KIND has welcomed more than 41,000 attendees to trainings since its founding, cultivating partnerships with over 670 law firms, corporate legal departments, law schools, and bar associations across the country.
KIND’s social services program ensures that migrant and refugee children – who have often endured trauma – receive counseling, educational support, medical care, and other comprehensive services.
To address the root causes of child migration from Central America, and strengthen the protection of unaccompanied children, KIND advocates for policy changes and educates lawmakers, the media, and the broader public on the conditions that drive these children to flee their home countries. KIND supports children returning to their home countries by connecting them to essential support services and sponsors gender-based violence prevention programs in Central America to protect children in countries of origin and transit.
KIND is also building upon its expertise in the protection of unaccompanied children to encourage the development of pro bono initiatives across Europe in partnership with European NGOs.
Position Summary:
KIND seeks a Staff Attorney to provide expert legal services to unaccompanied children needing legal representation through zealous direct representation as well as pro bono facilitation, including robust consultation, training, and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys who have accepted KIND cases. As needed, supervise Senior Paralegals, Paralegals, interns, and/or other non-attorney staff. The Staff Attorney will report to the Managing Attorney, Washington, DC - Released.
Essential Functions:
Provides both mentoring to KIND pro bono attorneys and direct legal representation to KIND clients.
In the pro bono mentoring function, provides robust consultation and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys who have accepted a KIND case.
In the direct representation function, perform ordinary functions of legal counsel including legal research and formulating the legal strategy for the case, conducting client interviews, appearing before immigration and/or state courts or agencies and drafting and filing court pleadings and applications for benefits.
Supervises interns and/or other non-attorney staff as needed including, onboarding, skills training, daily support and coaching, review and quality assurance of filings, regular check-ins and performance evaluations, and provision of consistent and effective supervision and oversight.
Places cases with pro bono attorneys and actively builds relationships between KIND and the pro bono community.
In coordination with KIND’s Training and Technical Assistance Team and the local field office Senior Attorney/s, as needed, helps develop pro bono training resources and local training curriculum, including sample filings and guidance packets; with supervision, presents trainings to pro bono attorneys and community groups.
Contributes to overall office functioning, including actively participating in field office and KIND-wide calls and meetings, field office and KIND-wide committees, and assisting with office events.
Ensures entry of timely, accurate, and detailed case data into KIND’s case management systems.
Represents KIND at local coalitions, courts, and agencies.
Qualifications and Requirements:
J.D. and admitted to the local state.
Fluent in English and Spanish.
Minimum of 1 year of experience practicing immigration law, which should include representation of clients in humanitarian immigration claims such as asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, U visas, and T visas.
Minimum of 1 year of experience working with children, preferably immigrant and refugee children, and/or working with vulnerable populations, survivors of abuse, human trafficking, or other trauma.
Experience working with law firm attorneys and/or other legal volunteers if the majority of the caseload is working directly with pro bono attorneys.
Strong record of cultural competence and cross-cultural communication skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Spanish.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites (such as Teams, Excel, etc.).
Ability to work collaboratively and multi-task in our KIND environment, managing numerous priorities and emerging opportunities.
Excellent organizational skills with ability to work on multiple projects in a deadline-oriented environment. Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate as appropriate.
Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and communication styles.
Committed to prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as embracing transparency and authenticity in daily work life.
Be disciplined and nimble to ensure delivery on our core mission of access to justice and protection of children’s wellbeing and rights.
Showing the ability to multi-task and work with a sense of urgency in a dynamic, fast paced environment.
Committed to practicing and supporting wellbeing and a work-home life balance.
Experience working and communicating in a remote environment.
Salary Range: $67,440 - $84,300 a year
Benefits: Discover the perks of working for KIND
KIND requires all staff be COVID vaccinated with the exception of those who have medical or religious beliefs exemptions.
Application Instructions:
In order to be considered for the desired role please apply here .
Please be advised that an employment application will need to be submitted along with your resume and cover letter, in order to be considered for the desired role.
KIND has an organization-wide commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strive to create a work environment where everyone has a sense of belonging. Individuals from historically underrepresented or underserved communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Disclaimer: KIND is committed to an ethical recruitment and hiring process and maintains a firm “no fees” recruitment policy. We will never charge a fee or ask for money as part of the application process. KIND also conducts all interviews via telephone or video conference, and at no time will KIND engage in a text or mobile app-based application or interview process. For more information, please visit the following website: https://supportkind.org/join-the-team/kind-employment-practices/ .
Position Title Senior Associate Dean of Students
Classification Title Administrative Full Time (.75-1.0 FTE)
Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligibility
Department Student Development
Job Description
The Senior Associate Dean of Students reports to the Vice President for Student Formation/Dean of Students and creates and directs a comprehensive strategic approach to student community life that is rooted in the historic Christian faith, attentive to restorative justice, and collaborative and caring within a dynamic residential learning community. The Senior Associate Dean sets direction for an exemplary approach to fostering belonging that includes excellent leadership of community through developing and leading a restorative conduct and resolution process. The Senior Associate Dean attends to a vibrant community life at Hope College by cultivating ethical and generous student leaders who are committed to their own flourishing and flourishing of others in a global society. To accomplish this work the Senior Associate Dean of Students holds primary responsibility for the conduct and care work on campus and supervises the Associate Dean of Student Life in order to provide support and collaboration in the work of first year experience, community life and student leadership.
Conduct and Care
Serves as primary student conduct officer, and collaborates with various offices to develop and maintain a robust, faith-based and culturally intelligent approach to student conduct and conflict resolution.
Directs proactive educational efforts to increase students’ awareness and demonstration of ethical community behavior, particularly relating to Hope College’s mission, Virtues of Public Discourse, Christian Aspirations, and Hope Forward Pillars.
Oversees in the administration and interpretation of policies, and procedures relevant to student conduct and conflict resolution matters for individual students (on and off campus) and student groups. Coordinate and/or direct conduct investigations regarding student organizations, including clubs, organizations, fraternities, and sororities.
Manages annual and bi-annual reporting related to student development learning outcomes and KPIs, Drug-Free Act Report, Public Record Requests, and additional reports, as needed.
Serves as the primary point of contact for all student conduct records.
Develops and manages an on-going assessment model to track and report student conduct and behavioral trends for purposes of planning.
Oversees the maintenance and updating of the Maxient database system and the processing of student conduct cases, with administrative support.
Develops, supervises and implements conduct training and presentations related to the student conduct process. Functioning within a matrixed organization, oversees the marketing, recruiting, selection, training, and ongoing development of the Student Standing and Appeals Committee members. Supports the selection, training and ongoing development of college conduct officers (including Residential Life Staff), and advisors. Supervises the conduct-related functions of the Residential Life Staff.
Coordinates the development, review, and revision of all rules, regulations, and procedures relating to student conduct, including Housing policies (in collaboration with the Associate Dean for Residential Life).
Chairs the CARE Team, with direct support from the Student Support Manager. Supervises functions within the Student Support and Retention office, Counseling and Psychological Services, and other offices pertaining to matters of student care, specifically cross-functional work of the CARE team.
Collaborates closely with Disability and Accessibility Resources, Equity and Compliance (Title IX) and other offices that support student accessibility and equity.
Serves as primary threat assessment leader, coordinating threat assessment. Maintains training and certification in threat and risk assessment.
Acts at the direct liaison to campus safety, Holland Police Department, Equity and Compliance office (Title IX) and various campus departments in matters related to student conduct, conflict resolution and campus safety. Assists with data collection for the annual Clery Report.
Represents the department on various divisional, university, state, regional and national committees.
Assists in the preparation and administration of the annual operating budget for student formation.
On behalf of the office of the dean of students, responds to critical student conduct concerns in coordination with campus entities, both internal and external to the College.
Belonging and First Year Experience
In collaboration with the Associate Dean of Student Life, who has direct oversight of orientation, ensures that the college maintains an integrated top-notch onboarding experience for students entering a liberal arts residential collegiate environment.
Collaborates with the Student Support and Retention Office on matters related to first year experience.
With the Student Formation Council, sustains a holistic vision for belonging, hospitality and welcome that is connected to the overall vision for student formation at Hope College and educates students toward the outcomes of Hope Forward.
Community Life and Student Leadership
Works closely with student life and other offices to create and cultivate opportunities for student leadership and service in a global society.
Collaborates with key campus partners to develop student formation-wide student leadership initiatives, collaborating with curricular partners and other partners such as Boerigter Center and Center for Leadership.
Collaborates with the VP/Dean of Students to advise Student Congress, including direct advisement of the Student Congress Appropriations Committee.
Oversees the staff in student life to continue to develop club and organization advising structures, and works to expand those structures to the Student Formation Division.
Supports the Associate Dean of Student Life in maintaining and developing a robust and effective fraternity and sorority life program and cultivate social traditions, student activities, and student engagement across the collegiate community.
Develops and implements tools to measure student engagement across the Student Formation Division and tell the story of the Hope student experience in light of Hope Forward.
General Duties
Act as Vice President for Student Formation/Dean of Students’ designee when needed.
Serve as a key member of the Student Formation Council.
Serve on College governance committees as assigned.
Serve in on-call capacity
Work closely with campus and community partners to ensure that all students are supported throughout their Hope College experience. Engage students personally and through presence at appropriate collegiate events.
Qualifications Requirements
Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration, Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Social Work or related field.
7-10 years professional experience in student conduct, mediation, Title IX. Experience to include resolution of complex student issues including interfacing with families and other constituents.
Demonstrated commitment to the Christian mission of Hope College, and ability to develop and enact policies, procedures and programs that reflect Hope College’s mission, virtues of public discourse and Christian Aspirations.
Supervisory experience, to include leading and developing effective training.
Ability to cultivate relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
Experience and knowledge in student conduct administration, policy development, ethics.
Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse campus population.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and exercise sound judgment in complex situations.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong analytical skills.
Excellent emotional intelligence.
Ability to create contexts for belonging, understanding and grace in conduct and resolution processes.
Preferred:
Maxient, NABITA, ASCA knowledge and engagement.
Earned doctorate degree.
Physical Demands This position requires remaining in a sitting or standing position for frequent periods of time; uses office machinery such as a computers, printers, copy machines; Occasionally involves moving items over 10 pounds; frequently will move between different offices/workspaces/buildings; and requires effective communication abilities. In the case of temporary or permanent condition(s) that require(s) accommodation(s), reasonable accommodation(s) may be requested.
Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check. Some positions may have position specific requirements, such as education/licensure/certification verification, a physical, drug screening, credit checks and/or transportation record review.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number 2023-208SR
Job Posting Open Date 03/05/2024
Job Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Is this position available for sponsorship No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Mar 13, 2024
Full time
Position Title Senior Associate Dean of Students
Classification Title Administrative Full Time (.75-1.0 FTE)
Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligibility
Department Student Development
Job Description
The Senior Associate Dean of Students reports to the Vice President for Student Formation/Dean of Students and creates and directs a comprehensive strategic approach to student community life that is rooted in the historic Christian faith, attentive to restorative justice, and collaborative and caring within a dynamic residential learning community. The Senior Associate Dean sets direction for an exemplary approach to fostering belonging that includes excellent leadership of community through developing and leading a restorative conduct and resolution process. The Senior Associate Dean attends to a vibrant community life at Hope College by cultivating ethical and generous student leaders who are committed to their own flourishing and flourishing of others in a global society. To accomplish this work the Senior Associate Dean of Students holds primary responsibility for the conduct and care work on campus and supervises the Associate Dean of Student Life in order to provide support and collaboration in the work of first year experience, community life and student leadership.
Conduct and Care
Serves as primary student conduct officer, and collaborates with various offices to develop and maintain a robust, faith-based and culturally intelligent approach to student conduct and conflict resolution.
Directs proactive educational efforts to increase students’ awareness and demonstration of ethical community behavior, particularly relating to Hope College’s mission, Virtues of Public Discourse, Christian Aspirations, and Hope Forward Pillars.
Oversees in the administration and interpretation of policies, and procedures relevant to student conduct and conflict resolution matters for individual students (on and off campus) and student groups. Coordinate and/or direct conduct investigations regarding student organizations, including clubs, organizations, fraternities, and sororities.
Manages annual and bi-annual reporting related to student development learning outcomes and KPIs, Drug-Free Act Report, Public Record Requests, and additional reports, as needed.
Serves as the primary point of contact for all student conduct records.
Develops and manages an on-going assessment model to track and report student conduct and behavioral trends for purposes of planning.
Oversees the maintenance and updating of the Maxient database system and the processing of student conduct cases, with administrative support.
Develops, supervises and implements conduct training and presentations related to the student conduct process. Functioning within a matrixed organization, oversees the marketing, recruiting, selection, training, and ongoing development of the Student Standing and Appeals Committee members. Supports the selection, training and ongoing development of college conduct officers (including Residential Life Staff), and advisors. Supervises the conduct-related functions of the Residential Life Staff.
Coordinates the development, review, and revision of all rules, regulations, and procedures relating to student conduct, including Housing policies (in collaboration with the Associate Dean for Residential Life).
Chairs the CARE Team, with direct support from the Student Support Manager. Supervises functions within the Student Support and Retention office, Counseling and Psychological Services, and other offices pertaining to matters of student care, specifically cross-functional work of the CARE team.
Collaborates closely with Disability and Accessibility Resources, Equity and Compliance (Title IX) and other offices that support student accessibility and equity.
Serves as primary threat assessment leader, coordinating threat assessment. Maintains training and certification in threat and risk assessment.
Acts at the direct liaison to campus safety, Holland Police Department, Equity and Compliance office (Title IX) and various campus departments in matters related to student conduct, conflict resolution and campus safety. Assists with data collection for the annual Clery Report.
Represents the department on various divisional, university, state, regional and national committees.
Assists in the preparation and administration of the annual operating budget for student formation.
On behalf of the office of the dean of students, responds to critical student conduct concerns in coordination with campus entities, both internal and external to the College.
Belonging and First Year Experience
In collaboration with the Associate Dean of Student Life, who has direct oversight of orientation, ensures that the college maintains an integrated top-notch onboarding experience for students entering a liberal arts residential collegiate environment.
Collaborates with the Student Support and Retention Office on matters related to first year experience.
With the Student Formation Council, sustains a holistic vision for belonging, hospitality and welcome that is connected to the overall vision for student formation at Hope College and educates students toward the outcomes of Hope Forward.
Community Life and Student Leadership
Works closely with student life and other offices to create and cultivate opportunities for student leadership and service in a global society.
Collaborates with key campus partners to develop student formation-wide student leadership initiatives, collaborating with curricular partners and other partners such as Boerigter Center and Center for Leadership.
Collaborates with the VP/Dean of Students to advise Student Congress, including direct advisement of the Student Congress Appropriations Committee.
Oversees the staff in student life to continue to develop club and organization advising structures, and works to expand those structures to the Student Formation Division.
Supports the Associate Dean of Student Life in maintaining and developing a robust and effective fraternity and sorority life program and cultivate social traditions, student activities, and student engagement across the collegiate community.
Develops and implements tools to measure student engagement across the Student Formation Division and tell the story of the Hope student experience in light of Hope Forward.
General Duties
Act as Vice President for Student Formation/Dean of Students’ designee when needed.
Serve as a key member of the Student Formation Council.
Serve on College governance committees as assigned.
Serve in on-call capacity
Work closely with campus and community partners to ensure that all students are supported throughout their Hope College experience. Engage students personally and through presence at appropriate collegiate events.
Qualifications Requirements
Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration, Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Social Work or related field.
7-10 years professional experience in student conduct, mediation, Title IX. Experience to include resolution of complex student issues including interfacing with families and other constituents.
Demonstrated commitment to the Christian mission of Hope College, and ability to develop and enact policies, procedures and programs that reflect Hope College’s mission, virtues of public discourse and Christian Aspirations.
Supervisory experience, to include leading and developing effective training.
Ability to cultivate relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
Experience and knowledge in student conduct administration, policy development, ethics.
Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse campus population.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and exercise sound judgment in complex situations.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong analytical skills.
Excellent emotional intelligence.
Ability to create contexts for belonging, understanding and grace in conduct and resolution processes.
Preferred:
Maxient, NABITA, ASCA knowledge and engagement.
Earned doctorate degree.
Physical Demands This position requires remaining in a sitting or standing position for frequent periods of time; uses office machinery such as a computers, printers, copy machines; Occasionally involves moving items over 10 pounds; frequently will move between different offices/workspaces/buildings; and requires effective communication abilities. In the case of temporary or permanent condition(s) that require(s) accommodation(s), reasonable accommodation(s) may be requested.
Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check. Some positions may have position specific requirements, such as education/licensure/certification verification, a physical, drug screening, credit checks and/or transportation record review.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number 2023-208SR
Job Posting Open Date 03/05/2024
Job Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Is this position available for sponsorship No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Pacific Northwest Research Institute
720 Broadway, Seattle, WA 98122
Office Manager
PNRI is looking for an Office Manager to lead a variety of functions that are foundational to creating a welcoming, inclusive, and well-organized office experience for PNRI staff and visitors. This highly visible position develops, implements, manages, and maintains the processes that support the institute’s office operations.
The Office Manager is responsible for oversight of day-to-day office activities ensuring efficiency through the design and implementation of office policies, standards, and procedures. The successful candidate will have a minimum of three years of successful experience in office management and at least two years of experience directly managing direct reports. This position requires strong writing, communication skills, budget review & management success, as well as demonstrated detail orientation, collaboration, and project management skills, with an emphasis on outcome measurement. The successful candidate and their team will support the Board of Trustees, senior leadership, and scientific faculty. Demonstrated problem solving skills are critical to success, as well as taking initiative and ownership over the role and responsibilities. The successful candidate will have a verifiable track record maintaining confidentiality of sensitive data, is well-organized, and a team player with a high level of work integrity and ethical standards.
Why PNRI?
Not only do we have a long and distinguished history, but we are also a relevant part of the future in genetic research.
Our institute offers a diversity in science; and continues to expand.
Our PI’s are committed to finding opportunities for their labs to collaborate in their pursuit of genetic research to improve human health.
PNRI is building a team and a community dedicated to contributing scientific advances to improve the health of all people.
What you will do:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Design and implement office policies by establishing standards and procedures, measuring results against standards, and making necessary adjustments.
Ensure office efficiency by assigning & monitoring clerical/administrative functions including but not limited to maintaining common areas, handling correspondence, managing file systems, and overseeing supplies and equipment.
Oversee day-to-day office activities including reception and keep management informed regularly via performance reports.
Achieve financial objectives through effective management of the office G&A budget, scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances, inventory, schedule, and source general office and F&B supplies, and supervise budget purchasing from PO to reconciliation, and ensuring accurate & timely reporting.
Provide direct administrative support as needed, including scheduling appointments, meetings & events, booking travel, mailing & shipping packages, and updating contacts database & employee directories.
Execute, oversee, and become the point of historical reference for the business services document management system, including defining procedures for the retention, protection, retrieval, transfer, and disposal of records, as assigned.
Oversee and maintain office equipment for uninterrupted function, identify needs and acquire supplies, manage vendor relationships, coordinate food deliveries when requested and manage contract & price negotiations with office vendors, as assigned.
Partner with the Director of Operations in the management of space/infrastructure planning (i.e., moves, additions, changes to workstations), office condition maintenance, and provide answers, resources, and solutions when requested for office management issues (e.g., stationery and business cards).
Partner with HR to update and maintain office policies as necessary.
Assist in the onboarding process for new hires.
Plan in-house or off-site activities, like employee events, conferences, and Board of Trustees meetings.
Provide administrative support to the Board of Trustees, senior leadership, and scientific faculty, including, but not limited to, professionally and discretely managing correspondence, calendars, directories, databases, and files, scheduling meetings, and recording meeting minutes, as well as compiling, organizing, and editing documents and reports, as directed.
Handle enquiries and requests and act as the administrative point of contact between executives and internal/external clients.
Manage and develop admin/clerical staff (i.e., Front Office Coordinator) through recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, , coaching, counseling & disciplining employees, and planning, monitoring & appraising job results while ensuring senior management receives regular team activity and performance reports.
Oversee the day-to-day activities performed by the admin/clerical team and ensure staff accurately report work and PTO hours and receive coverage for rest and meal breaks.
Ensure office efficiency by performing and assigning admin/clerical functions, including, but not limited to maintaining and monitoring communal areas.
Ensure adherence to business services policies and procedures and work jointly with senior management in the development and implementation of adjustments and new standards.
What you bring:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should be able to demonstrate the requirements listed below which are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
High School Diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s degree a plus.
A minimum of three (3) years of successful experience in office management; previous experience with a research institute or non-profit organization desired.
A minimum of two (2) years of experience directly managing/overseeing employees required.
CAP, PACE, CBOM or Office Manager Certification from NACPB a plus.
Demonstrable written and verbal communication skills to effectively and professionally communicate and collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders, including scientists, Board of Trustees members, and executive leadership.
Proven ability to thrive in a team environment and work collaboratively.
Established and verified track record of a high level of attention to detail, a high degree of accuracy and timely follow-through.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and a track record of success with multi-tasking, goal setting, and workload prioritization.
Proven intermediate+ knowledge of Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Canva, office machines (i.e., copiers and postage machines) and meeting scheduling tools (i.e., Outlook, Zoom, Bookings and/or Calendly).
Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive data, information and files including, but not limited to, Board of Trustees information.
Established and verified success with navigating change and adjusting to new tasks, procedures, or policies as office needs change.
Experience in a nonprofit environment a
Experience with Intacct software
PNRI is committed to creating a diverse environment and all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
How to apply:
Want to be a part of the team at PNRI? Please complete and submit the application form on our website.
The annual base salary for this position is from $55,000 to $70,000 and the wage offered will be based on experience and qualifications.
PNRI requires vaccination for COVID 19 as a condition of employment. Please see www.pnri.org for more information.
About PNRI:
PNRI is an independent, nonprofit, biomedical research institute with a distinguished history of contributing scientific advances to improve health. We believe genetic research holds untapped potential to improve human health. PNRI pursues an unanswered question in the field of genetics: what keeps people healthy in the face of genetic and environmental risk? At PNRI, our culture encourages originality, risk-taking, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
PNRI is an equal opportunity employer. PNRI does not, and will not, discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, creed, ancestry, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital or family status, family or medical care leave, pregnancy or related condition (including childbirth and/or nursing), political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law or local ordinance. We believe diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging is not only good business, it’s the right thing to do.
Mar 04, 2024
Full time
Office Manager
PNRI is looking for an Office Manager to lead a variety of functions that are foundational to creating a welcoming, inclusive, and well-organized office experience for PNRI staff and visitors. This highly visible position develops, implements, manages, and maintains the processes that support the institute’s office operations.
The Office Manager is responsible for oversight of day-to-day office activities ensuring efficiency through the design and implementation of office policies, standards, and procedures. The successful candidate will have a minimum of three years of successful experience in office management and at least two years of experience directly managing direct reports. This position requires strong writing, communication skills, budget review & management success, as well as demonstrated detail orientation, collaboration, and project management skills, with an emphasis on outcome measurement. The successful candidate and their team will support the Board of Trustees, senior leadership, and scientific faculty. Demonstrated problem solving skills are critical to success, as well as taking initiative and ownership over the role and responsibilities. The successful candidate will have a verifiable track record maintaining confidentiality of sensitive data, is well-organized, and a team player with a high level of work integrity and ethical standards.
Why PNRI?
Not only do we have a long and distinguished history, but we are also a relevant part of the future in genetic research.
Our institute offers a diversity in science; and continues to expand.
Our PI’s are committed to finding opportunities for their labs to collaborate in their pursuit of genetic research to improve human health.
PNRI is building a team and a community dedicated to contributing scientific advances to improve the health of all people.
What you will do:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Design and implement office policies by establishing standards and procedures, measuring results against standards, and making necessary adjustments.
Ensure office efficiency by assigning & monitoring clerical/administrative functions including but not limited to maintaining common areas, handling correspondence, managing file systems, and overseeing supplies and equipment.
Oversee day-to-day office activities including reception and keep management informed regularly via performance reports.
Achieve financial objectives through effective management of the office G&A budget, scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances, inventory, schedule, and source general office and F&B supplies, and supervise budget purchasing from PO to reconciliation, and ensuring accurate & timely reporting.
Provide direct administrative support as needed, including scheduling appointments, meetings & events, booking travel, mailing & shipping packages, and updating contacts database & employee directories.
Execute, oversee, and become the point of historical reference for the business services document management system, including defining procedures for the retention, protection, retrieval, transfer, and disposal of records, as assigned.
Oversee and maintain office equipment for uninterrupted function, identify needs and acquire supplies, manage vendor relationships, coordinate food deliveries when requested and manage contract & price negotiations with office vendors, as assigned.
Partner with the Director of Operations in the management of space/infrastructure planning (i.e., moves, additions, changes to workstations), office condition maintenance, and provide answers, resources, and solutions when requested for office management issues (e.g., stationery and business cards).
Partner with HR to update and maintain office policies as necessary.
Assist in the onboarding process for new hires.
Plan in-house or off-site activities, like employee events, conferences, and Board of Trustees meetings.
Provide administrative support to the Board of Trustees, senior leadership, and scientific faculty, including, but not limited to, professionally and discretely managing correspondence, calendars, directories, databases, and files, scheduling meetings, and recording meeting minutes, as well as compiling, organizing, and editing documents and reports, as directed.
Handle enquiries and requests and act as the administrative point of contact between executives and internal/external clients.
Manage and develop admin/clerical staff (i.e., Front Office Coordinator) through recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, , coaching, counseling & disciplining employees, and planning, monitoring & appraising job results while ensuring senior management receives regular team activity and performance reports.
Oversee the day-to-day activities performed by the admin/clerical team and ensure staff accurately report work and PTO hours and receive coverage for rest and meal breaks.
Ensure office efficiency by performing and assigning admin/clerical functions, including, but not limited to maintaining and monitoring communal areas.
Ensure adherence to business services policies and procedures and work jointly with senior management in the development and implementation of adjustments and new standards.
What you bring:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should be able to demonstrate the requirements listed below which are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
High School Diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s degree a plus.
A minimum of three (3) years of successful experience in office management; previous experience with a research institute or non-profit organization desired.
A minimum of two (2) years of experience directly managing/overseeing employees required.
CAP, PACE, CBOM or Office Manager Certification from NACPB a plus.
Demonstrable written and verbal communication skills to effectively and professionally communicate and collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders, including scientists, Board of Trustees members, and executive leadership.
Proven ability to thrive in a team environment and work collaboratively.
Established and verified track record of a high level of attention to detail, a high degree of accuracy and timely follow-through.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and a track record of success with multi-tasking, goal setting, and workload prioritization.
Proven intermediate+ knowledge of Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Canva, office machines (i.e., copiers and postage machines) and meeting scheduling tools (i.e., Outlook, Zoom, Bookings and/or Calendly).
Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive data, information and files including, but not limited to, Board of Trustees information.
Established and verified success with navigating change and adjusting to new tasks, procedures, or policies as office needs change.
Experience in a nonprofit environment a
Experience with Intacct software
PNRI is committed to creating a diverse environment and all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
How to apply:
Want to be a part of the team at PNRI? Please complete and submit the application form on our website.
The annual base salary for this position is from $55,000 to $70,000 and the wage offered will be based on experience and qualifications.
PNRI requires vaccination for COVID 19 as a condition of employment. Please see www.pnri.org for more information.
About PNRI:
PNRI is an independent, nonprofit, biomedical research institute with a distinguished history of contributing scientific advances to improve health. We believe genetic research holds untapped potential to improve human health. PNRI pursues an unanswered question in the field of genetics: what keeps people healthy in the face of genetic and environmental risk? At PNRI, our culture encourages originality, risk-taking, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
PNRI is an equal opportunity employer. PNRI does not, and will not, discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, creed, ancestry, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital or family status, family or medical care leave, pregnancy or related condition (including childbirth and/or nursing), political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law or local ordinance. We believe diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging is not only good business, it’s the right thing to do.
About KIND:
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied refugee and migrant children. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child’s rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety. KIND has accepted over 23,000 referrals of children seeking legal representation in their immigration proceedings. KIND has welcomed more than 41,000 attendees to trainings since its founding, cultivating partnerships with over 670 law firms, corporate legal departments, law schools, and bar associations across the country.
KIND’s social services program ensures that migrant and refugee children – who have often endured trauma – receive counseling, educational support, medical care, and other comprehensive services.
To address the root causes of child migration from Central America, and strengthen the protection of unaccompanied children, KIND advocates for policy changes and educates lawmakers, the media, and the broader public on the conditions that drive these children to flee their home countries. KIND supports children returning to their home countries by connecting them to essential support services and sponsors gender-based violence prevention programs in Central America to protect children in countries of origin and transit.
KIND is also building upon its expertise in the protection of unaccompanied children to encourage the development of pro bono initiatives across Europe in partnership with European NGOs.
Position Summary:
KIND seeks a Staff Attorney to provide expert legal services to unaccompanied children needing legal representation through zealous direct representation as well as pro bono facilitation, including robust consultation, training, and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys who have accepted KIND cases. As needed, supervise Senior Paralegals, Paralegals, interns, and/or other non-attorney staff. The Staff Attorney will report to the Supervising Attorney.
Essential Functions:
Provides both mentoring to KIND pro bono attorneys and direct legal representation to KIND clients.
In the pro bono mentoring function, provide robust consultation and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys who have accepted a KIND case.
In the direct representation function, perform ordinary functions of legal counsel including legal research and formulating the legal strategy for the case; conducting client interviews; appearing before immigration and/or state courts or agencies; and drafting and filing court pleadings and applications for benefits.
Supervises interns and/or other non-attorney staff as needed including:
Onboarding, skills training, daily support and coaching, review and quality assurance of filings, regular check-ins and performance evaluations, and provision of consistent and effective supervision and oversight.
Places cases with pro bono attorneys and actively build relationships between KIND and the pro bono community.
In coordination with KIND’s Training and Technical Assistance Team and the local field office Senior Attorney/s, as needed, helps develop pro bono training resources and local training curriculum, including sample filings and guidance packets. With supervision, present trainings to pro bono attorneys and community groups.
Contributes to overall office functioning, including actively participating in field office and KIND-wide calls and meetings, field office and KIND-wide committees, and assisting with office events.
Ensures entry of timely, accurate, and detailed case data into KIND’s case management systems.
Represents KIND at local coalitions, courts, and agencies.
Qualifications and Requirements:
J.D. and admitted to the local state bar (If not admitted to local state bar, must sit for bar exam or start waiver to be admitted within 6 months and be able to be admitted within one year of employment).
Must be fluent in English and Spanish; or fluent in English and must participate in and complete the Spanish immersion program.
Minimum of 1 year of experience practicing immigration law, which should include representation of clients in humanitarian immigration claims such as asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, U visas, and T visas.
Minimum of 1 year of experience working with children, preferably immigrant and refugee children, and/or working with vulnerable populations, survivors of abuse, human trafficking, or other trauma.
Experience working with law firm attorneys and/or other legal volunteers if the majority of the caseload is working directly with pro bono attorneys.
Strong record of cultural competence and cross-cultural communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and persuasively both orally and in writing.
Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and communication styles.
Committed to prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as embracing transparency and authenticity in daily work life.
Be disciplined and nimble to ensure delivery on our core mission of access to justice and protection of children’s wellbeing and rights.
Showing the ability to multi-task and work with a sense of urgency in a dynamic, fast paced environment.
Committed to practicing and supporting wellbeing and a work-home life balance.
Experience working and communicating in a remote environment.
Salary Range: $75,000 - $84,300 a year
Benefits: Discover the perks of working for KIND
KIND requires all staff be COVID vaccinated with the exception of those who have medical or religious beliefs exemptions.
Feb 26, 2024
Full time
About KIND:
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied refugee and migrant children. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child’s rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety. KIND has accepted over 23,000 referrals of children seeking legal representation in their immigration proceedings. KIND has welcomed more than 41,000 attendees to trainings since its founding, cultivating partnerships with over 670 law firms, corporate legal departments, law schools, and bar associations across the country.
KIND’s social services program ensures that migrant and refugee children – who have often endured trauma – receive counseling, educational support, medical care, and other comprehensive services.
To address the root causes of child migration from Central America, and strengthen the protection of unaccompanied children, KIND advocates for policy changes and educates lawmakers, the media, and the broader public on the conditions that drive these children to flee their home countries. KIND supports children returning to their home countries by connecting them to essential support services and sponsors gender-based violence prevention programs in Central America to protect children in countries of origin and transit.
KIND is also building upon its expertise in the protection of unaccompanied children to encourage the development of pro bono initiatives across Europe in partnership with European NGOs.
Position Summary:
KIND seeks a Staff Attorney to provide expert legal services to unaccompanied children needing legal representation through zealous direct representation as well as pro bono facilitation, including robust consultation, training, and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys who have accepted KIND cases. As needed, supervise Senior Paralegals, Paralegals, interns, and/or other non-attorney staff. The Staff Attorney will report to the Supervising Attorney.
Essential Functions:
Provides both mentoring to KIND pro bono attorneys and direct legal representation to KIND clients.
In the pro bono mentoring function, provide robust consultation and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys who have accepted a KIND case.
In the direct representation function, perform ordinary functions of legal counsel including legal research and formulating the legal strategy for the case; conducting client interviews; appearing before immigration and/or state courts or agencies; and drafting and filing court pleadings and applications for benefits.
Supervises interns and/or other non-attorney staff as needed including:
Onboarding, skills training, daily support and coaching, review and quality assurance of filings, regular check-ins and performance evaluations, and provision of consistent and effective supervision and oversight.
Places cases with pro bono attorneys and actively build relationships between KIND and the pro bono community.
In coordination with KIND’s Training and Technical Assistance Team and the local field office Senior Attorney/s, as needed, helps develop pro bono training resources and local training curriculum, including sample filings and guidance packets. With supervision, present trainings to pro bono attorneys and community groups.
Contributes to overall office functioning, including actively participating in field office and KIND-wide calls and meetings, field office and KIND-wide committees, and assisting with office events.
Ensures entry of timely, accurate, and detailed case data into KIND’s case management systems.
Represents KIND at local coalitions, courts, and agencies.
Qualifications and Requirements:
J.D. and admitted to the local state bar (If not admitted to local state bar, must sit for bar exam or start waiver to be admitted within 6 months and be able to be admitted within one year of employment).
Must be fluent in English and Spanish; or fluent in English and must participate in and complete the Spanish immersion program.
Minimum of 1 year of experience practicing immigration law, which should include representation of clients in humanitarian immigration claims such as asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, U visas, and T visas.
Minimum of 1 year of experience working with children, preferably immigrant and refugee children, and/or working with vulnerable populations, survivors of abuse, human trafficking, or other trauma.
Experience working with law firm attorneys and/or other legal volunteers if the majority of the caseload is working directly with pro bono attorneys.
Strong record of cultural competence and cross-cultural communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and persuasively both orally and in writing.
Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and communication styles.
Committed to prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as embracing transparency and authenticity in daily work life.
Be disciplined and nimble to ensure delivery on our core mission of access to justice and protection of children’s wellbeing and rights.
Showing the ability to multi-task and work with a sense of urgency in a dynamic, fast paced environment.
Committed to practicing and supporting wellbeing and a work-home life balance.
Experience working and communicating in a remote environment.
Salary Range: $75,000 - $84,300 a year
Benefits: Discover the perks of working for KIND
KIND requires all staff be COVID vaccinated with the exception of those who have medical or religious beliefs exemptions.
About KIND:
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied refugee and migrant children. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child’s rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety. KIND has accepted over 23,000 referrals of children seeking legal representation in their immigration proceedings. KIND has welcomed more than 41,000 attendees to trainings since its founding, cultivating partnerships with over 670 law firms, corporate legal departments, law schools, and bar associations across the country.
KIND’s social services program ensures that migrant and refugee children – who have often endured trauma – receive counseling, educational support, medical care, and other comprehensive services.
To address the root causes of child migration from Central America, and strengthen the protection of unaccompanied children, KIND advocates for policy changes and educates lawmakers, the media, and the broader public on the conditions that drive these children to flee their home countries. KIND supports children returning to their home countries by connecting them to essential support services and sponsors gender-based violence prevention programs in Central America to protect children in countries of origin and transit.
KIND is also building upon its expertise in the protection of unaccompanied children to encourage the development of pro bono initiatives across Europe in partnership with European NGOs.
Position Summary:
KIND seeks a Staff Attorney to provide expert legal services to unaccompanied children facing removal proceedings through zealous direct representation as well as pro bono facilitation, including robust consultation, training, and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys who have accepted KIND cases. As needed, supervise Senior Paralegals, Paralegals, interns, and/or other non-attorney staff. The Staff Attorney will report to the Supervising Attorney.
Essential Functions:
Oversee paralegals ensuring the provision of high-quality intakes and legal orientations for unaccompanied children residing in immigration detention facilities. Review legal screenings conducted by paralegals to determine children's preliminary eligibility for immigration relief.
Make "friend-of-the-court" appearances on the juvenile detained docket in Immigration Court on behalf of detained children. Enter representation in certain cases.
Communicate regularly with shelter staff regarding the status of children in detention; advocate for alternative placements on behalf of children who are in danger of "aging out" of ORR care or seeking placement in long-term foster care facilities.
As needed, represent a smaller docket of children in their applications for relief who do not have reunification options and must remain longer in detention.
Once children are released locally from detention, provide zealous direct legal representation to children in their removal proceedings and in their applications for immigration relief. In certain cases, depending on experience, caseload, and organizational priorities, place those cases with pro bono attorneys and provide robust consultation and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys. The percentage of mentoring and direct representation caseloads will be determined by management in the Legal Programs component.
Perform ordinary functions of legal counsel providing direct representation, including legal research and formulating the legal strategy for the case; conducting client interviews; appearing before immigration and/or state court or agencies, and drafting and filing court pleadings and applications for benefits.
Place cases with pro bono attorneys and build relationships between KIND and the pro bono community.
In coordination with KIND’s Training and Technical Assistance Team and the local field office Senior Attorney/s, as needed, help develop pro bono training resources and local training curriculum, including sample filings and guidance packets. With supervision, present training to pro bono attorneys and community groups.
Ensure entry of timely, accurate, and detailed case data into KIND’s case management systems.
Contribute to overall office functioning, including joining field office and KIND-wide calls and meetings, participating in the field office and KIND-wide committees, and assisting with office events.
As needed, supervise Senior Paralegals, Paralegals, interns, and/or other non-legal staff including onboarding, skills training, daily support and coaching, review and quality assurance of filings, regular check-ins, and performance evaluations, and provision of consistent and effective supervision and oversight.
Qualifications and Requirements:
J.D. and admitted to the local state bar (If not admitted to local state bar, must sit for bar exam or start waiver to be admitted within 6 months and be able to be admitted within one year of employment).
Fluent in English and Spanish.
Minimum 1-year experience practicing immigration law, which should include representation of clients in humanitarian immigration claims such as asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, U visas, and T visas.
Minimum 1-year experience working with children, preferably immigrant and refugee children, or experience working with vulnerable populations, survivors of abuse, human trafficking, or other trauma.
Strong record of cultural competence and cross-cultural communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and persuasively both orally and in writing.
Ability to take initiative, multi-task, and work independently.
Experience working with law firm attorneys and/or other legal volunteers preferred.
Ability to work within an office environment and have regular interaction via telephone, videoconference, IM, and email with KIND's team.
Regular/weekly travel to local immigration detention facility required.
Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and communication styles.
Committed to prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as embracing transparency and authenticity in daily work life.
Be disciplined and nimble to ensure delivery on our core mission of access to justice and protection of children’s wellbeing and rights.
Showing the ability to multi-task and work with a sense of urgency in a dynamic, fast paced environment.
Committed to practicing and supporting wellbeing and a work-home life balance.
Experience working and communicating in a remote environment.
Salary Range: $75,000 - $84,300 a year
Benefits: Discover the perks of working for KIND
KIND requires all staff be COVID vaccinated with the exception of those who have medical or religious beliefs exemptions.
Feb 14, 2024
Full time
About KIND:
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied refugee and migrant children. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child’s rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety. KIND has accepted over 23,000 referrals of children seeking legal representation in their immigration proceedings. KIND has welcomed more than 41,000 attendees to trainings since its founding, cultivating partnerships with over 670 law firms, corporate legal departments, law schools, and bar associations across the country.
KIND’s social services program ensures that migrant and refugee children – who have often endured trauma – receive counseling, educational support, medical care, and other comprehensive services.
To address the root causes of child migration from Central America, and strengthen the protection of unaccompanied children, KIND advocates for policy changes and educates lawmakers, the media, and the broader public on the conditions that drive these children to flee their home countries. KIND supports children returning to their home countries by connecting them to essential support services and sponsors gender-based violence prevention programs in Central America to protect children in countries of origin and transit.
KIND is also building upon its expertise in the protection of unaccompanied children to encourage the development of pro bono initiatives across Europe in partnership with European NGOs.
Position Summary:
KIND seeks a Staff Attorney to provide expert legal services to unaccompanied children facing removal proceedings through zealous direct representation as well as pro bono facilitation, including robust consultation, training, and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys who have accepted KIND cases. As needed, supervise Senior Paralegals, Paralegals, interns, and/or other non-attorney staff. The Staff Attorney will report to the Supervising Attorney.
Essential Functions:
Oversee paralegals ensuring the provision of high-quality intakes and legal orientations for unaccompanied children residing in immigration detention facilities. Review legal screenings conducted by paralegals to determine children's preliminary eligibility for immigration relief.
Make "friend-of-the-court" appearances on the juvenile detained docket in Immigration Court on behalf of detained children. Enter representation in certain cases.
Communicate regularly with shelter staff regarding the status of children in detention; advocate for alternative placements on behalf of children who are in danger of "aging out" of ORR care or seeking placement in long-term foster care facilities.
As needed, represent a smaller docket of children in their applications for relief who do not have reunification options and must remain longer in detention.
Once children are released locally from detention, provide zealous direct legal representation to children in their removal proceedings and in their applications for immigration relief. In certain cases, depending on experience, caseload, and organizational priorities, place those cases with pro bono attorneys and provide robust consultation and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys. The percentage of mentoring and direct representation caseloads will be determined by management in the Legal Programs component.
Perform ordinary functions of legal counsel providing direct representation, including legal research and formulating the legal strategy for the case; conducting client interviews; appearing before immigration and/or state court or agencies, and drafting and filing court pleadings and applications for benefits.
Place cases with pro bono attorneys and build relationships between KIND and the pro bono community.
In coordination with KIND’s Training and Technical Assistance Team and the local field office Senior Attorney/s, as needed, help develop pro bono training resources and local training curriculum, including sample filings and guidance packets. With supervision, present training to pro bono attorneys and community groups.
Ensure entry of timely, accurate, and detailed case data into KIND’s case management systems.
Contribute to overall office functioning, including joining field office and KIND-wide calls and meetings, participating in the field office and KIND-wide committees, and assisting with office events.
As needed, supervise Senior Paralegals, Paralegals, interns, and/or other non-legal staff including onboarding, skills training, daily support and coaching, review and quality assurance of filings, regular check-ins, and performance evaluations, and provision of consistent and effective supervision and oversight.
Qualifications and Requirements:
J.D. and admitted to the local state bar (If not admitted to local state bar, must sit for bar exam or start waiver to be admitted within 6 months and be able to be admitted within one year of employment).
Fluent in English and Spanish.
Minimum 1-year experience practicing immigration law, which should include representation of clients in humanitarian immigration claims such as asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, U visas, and T visas.
Minimum 1-year experience working with children, preferably immigrant and refugee children, or experience working with vulnerable populations, survivors of abuse, human trafficking, or other trauma.
Strong record of cultural competence and cross-cultural communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and persuasively both orally and in writing.
Ability to take initiative, multi-task, and work independently.
Experience working with law firm attorneys and/or other legal volunteers preferred.
Ability to work within an office environment and have regular interaction via telephone, videoconference, IM, and email with KIND's team.
Regular/weekly travel to local immigration detention facility required.
Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and communication styles.
Committed to prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as embracing transparency and authenticity in daily work life.
Be disciplined and nimble to ensure delivery on our core mission of access to justice and protection of children’s wellbeing and rights.
Showing the ability to multi-task and work with a sense of urgency in a dynamic, fast paced environment.
Committed to practicing and supporting wellbeing and a work-home life balance.
Experience working and communicating in a remote environment.
Salary Range: $75,000 - $84,300 a year
Benefits: Discover the perks of working for KIND
KIND requires all staff be COVID vaccinated with the exception of those who have medical or religious beliefs exemptions.
Reporting to the Managing Director of Human Resources, the Manager of Human Resources and Support Services will be responsible for providing comprehensive and proactive HR management support for the Firm. This individual will have direct management responsibility for all aspects of the Firm’s support services, including allocation, utilization and overall performance of the Firm’s legal assistants, paralegals, and centralized support services staff. This individual may also serve as an HR Business Partner to assigned departments. They will also have day-to-day operational responsibility for a broad spectrum of HR functions including employee relations, training and development, recruitment, and HR process. Specific responsibilities:
Job Functions: • Manage and direct all aspects of the Firm’s legal assistants, paralegals and centralized support services staff. • Analyze and recommend appropriate staffing models to ensure the highest level of service to the Firm in the most cost effective and efficient manner possible. • Oversee and partner with the Legal Assistant Leads thus ensuring an even distribution of workflow. • Provide employee relations counsel to management and employees. Facilitate problem resolution, offer performance improvement counsel and implementation of performance improvement plans. • Identify new opportunities where HR can add value to the Firm. • Assist the Managing Director of HR in aligning HR strategy with business strategy for Firm. • Manage and conduct the annual performance evaluation process for all support services staff. • Recommend changes to staff compensation based on performance levels and sound market data. • Plan, implement and administer an effective staffing and recruiting program. Counsel management on candidate selection. • Prepare and analyze headcount and overtime reports. • Analyze training needs for all business professional staff. Develop and implement training plans to meet Firm needs. • Analyze HR operations and recommend improvements in systems and process. • Update and maintain employee guidelines to reflect changing Firm policies and applicable employment laws. • Ensure legal compliance by monitoring and implementing applicable Human Resources federal and state requirements. • File, audit, maintain and retain records in accordance with federal and state regulatory requirements, including, EEO and OSHA reporting and record keeping. • Participate in special projects on an as needed basis.
Essential Management Competencies: • Uses leadership skills to establish effective working relationships, encourage teamwork, and build consensus in order to meet or exceed project standards and Firm objectives. • Maintains active lines of communication within and between departments to share knowledge and support collaborative efforts, organizational change, and goal achievement. • Maintains current knowledge of trends and developments affecting the project and utilizes innovative thinking, creativity, and sound decision-making to ensure the highest level of achievement, productivity, and work satisfaction.
• Manages change occurring within the department and collaborates with other members of management to ensure organizational change is effective, efficient, and aligned with the Firm’s strategic goals.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree required. • SHRM or HRCI certification preferred. • 6-8 years Human Resource Generalist experience, with a minimum of 5 years at the management level. Prior management of support staff personnel required. • Experience with HRIS, ATS, and Performance Management Systems. • Working knowledge of compensation, training and performance management preferred. • Strong knowledge of legal issues in the workplace. • Proven ability to partner with departmental managers/supervisors and senior management. • Demonstrated ability to organize work and set priorities to meet deadlines while working independently. • Superior verbal and written communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills. • Professional demeanor and presentation consistent with a professional office environment. • Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality and the ability to handle sensitive information discreetly.
Physical Requirements: • Must have moderate physical mobility and the ability to operate equipment such as a computer and copy machine. • Must have the ability to communicate clearly and to read and follow detailed instructions. • Must have the ability to work in stressful conditions under time deadlines.
Jan 22, 2024
Full time
Reporting to the Managing Director of Human Resources, the Manager of Human Resources and Support Services will be responsible for providing comprehensive and proactive HR management support for the Firm. This individual will have direct management responsibility for all aspects of the Firm’s support services, including allocation, utilization and overall performance of the Firm’s legal assistants, paralegals, and centralized support services staff. This individual may also serve as an HR Business Partner to assigned departments. They will also have day-to-day operational responsibility for a broad spectrum of HR functions including employee relations, training and development, recruitment, and HR process. Specific responsibilities:
Job Functions: • Manage and direct all aspects of the Firm’s legal assistants, paralegals and centralized support services staff. • Analyze and recommend appropriate staffing models to ensure the highest level of service to the Firm in the most cost effective and efficient manner possible. • Oversee and partner with the Legal Assistant Leads thus ensuring an even distribution of workflow. • Provide employee relations counsel to management and employees. Facilitate problem resolution, offer performance improvement counsel and implementation of performance improvement plans. • Identify new opportunities where HR can add value to the Firm. • Assist the Managing Director of HR in aligning HR strategy with business strategy for Firm. • Manage and conduct the annual performance evaluation process for all support services staff. • Recommend changes to staff compensation based on performance levels and sound market data. • Plan, implement and administer an effective staffing and recruiting program. Counsel management on candidate selection. • Prepare and analyze headcount and overtime reports. • Analyze training needs for all business professional staff. Develop and implement training plans to meet Firm needs. • Analyze HR operations and recommend improvements in systems and process. • Update and maintain employee guidelines to reflect changing Firm policies and applicable employment laws. • Ensure legal compliance by monitoring and implementing applicable Human Resources federal and state requirements. • File, audit, maintain and retain records in accordance with federal and state regulatory requirements, including, EEO and OSHA reporting and record keeping. • Participate in special projects on an as needed basis.
Essential Management Competencies: • Uses leadership skills to establish effective working relationships, encourage teamwork, and build consensus in order to meet or exceed project standards and Firm objectives. • Maintains active lines of communication within and between departments to share knowledge and support collaborative efforts, organizational change, and goal achievement. • Maintains current knowledge of trends and developments affecting the project and utilizes innovative thinking, creativity, and sound decision-making to ensure the highest level of achievement, productivity, and work satisfaction.
• Manages change occurring within the department and collaborates with other members of management to ensure organizational change is effective, efficient, and aligned with the Firm’s strategic goals.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree required. • SHRM or HRCI certification preferred. • 6-8 years Human Resource Generalist experience, with a minimum of 5 years at the management level. Prior management of support staff personnel required. • Experience with HRIS, ATS, and Performance Management Systems. • Working knowledge of compensation, training and performance management preferred. • Strong knowledge of legal issues in the workplace. • Proven ability to partner with departmental managers/supervisors and senior management. • Demonstrated ability to organize work and set priorities to meet deadlines while working independently. • Superior verbal and written communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills. • Professional demeanor and presentation consistent with a professional office environment. • Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality and the ability to handle sensitive information discreetly.
Physical Requirements: • Must have moderate physical mobility and the ability to operate equipment such as a computer and copy machine. • Must have the ability to communicate clearly and to read and follow detailed instructions. • Must have the ability to work in stressful conditions under time deadlines.
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.
United Nations Foundation
Washington DC or remote in the continental U.S.
The salary range for this position is $135,000 - $150,000.
Position Overview
The U.S. Climate Alliance is a bipartisan coalition of governors securing America’s net-zero future by advancing state-led, high-impact climate action. The Alliance Secretariat helps its members accelerate climate action by providing a broad range of technical, analytical, policy, and capacity assistance and resources. Currently, the coalition’s policy initiatives are structured around ten policy priority areas that include electricity generation, transportation, industry, buildings, just transition and equity, climate finance, resilience, and natural and working lands. The Alliance has also built strong relationships with the federal administration to help create and implement an ambitious, durable national climate framework. For more information on the Alliance, please visit www.usclimatealliance.org .
The U.S. Climate Alliance seeks a Policy Director to lead the Secretariat in advancing climate solutions across ten coalition-wide policy priorities, inform organizational strategy, ensure Working Groups are delivering high-impact results, and support team member development, among other responsibilities. The Policy Director will manage the Secretariat’s core policy team and, together with the Executive and Managing Directors, convene and provide direction to the Secretariat’s extended policy team. The Policy Director reports to the Managing Director of the Alliance and will be expected to work as part of a broader team that includes Alliance states, consultants, and external partners. The position is part of the Energy and Climate team at the United Nations Foundation, which houses the U.S. Climate Alliance Secretariat.
This position is based in Washington, DC (hybrid schedule). We also welcome full time remote applicants.
Essential Functions
Strategic planning and policy development
Oversee all policy portfolios and workplans and support staff in ensuring Alliance policy priorities and efforts are strategic, responsive to state needs, of additive value to state efforts, and conducted in close collaboration with partner organizations.
Ensure Alliance policy activities are timely, nimble, and strategic. Support staff in responding to major political shifts, current events at national and state levels, and important moments for governors and the broader climate movement.
Lead annual strategic planning and execution efforts across the Secretariat’s policy team.
Work with core policy staff to create and execute new state and federal based initiatives.
Advise the Leadership Team on strategies for strengthening state-federal engagement.
Support staff in independently managing their work, seeking help when needed, and identifying opportunities for growth, portfolio diversification, and increased impact.
Foster collaboration, innovation, and cross-pollination across policy staff, including by supporting the development of comprehensive policy solutions that touch on multiple sectors, facilitating the sharing of lessons learned, and ensuring integration of cross-cutting initiatives throughout the Alliance’s work.
Provide advice and counsel to core policy staff in carrying out their work on behalf of Alliance members, serving as a sounding board and always keeping in mind organization-wide goals, values, and mission.
Manage a policy portfolio, including leading a Working Group or other initiative.
Team leadership and staff supervision
Manage a growing core policy team including by preparing for and running policy team meetings, following up on action items and deliverables, working with staff to resolve issues, conducting performance assessments, setting and supporting individual performance goals, and approving leave.
Serve on the Alliance’s Extended Leadership team and work closely with the Executive Director, Managing Director, and fellow departmental directors to operationalize the strategic vision of the organization.
Grant management
Maintain working knowledge of the UNF agreement process for both contracts and grants, including how to utilize the proper contract templates.
Conduct oversight of agreements that support and advance the policy teams’ portfolios and workplans.
In consultation with the Chief of Staff and Finance Manager, monitor spending against project budgets and ensure that grants are spent down on time and within budget.
Fundraising and reporting
Support sector-based fundraising efforts, including drafting and reviewing proposals, growing relationships with donors, and tracking and reporting progress.
Selection Criteria
Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of relevant experience. Master’s degree preferred.
Strong preference may be given to candidates with experience working in, with, or around state-level government.
At least 3-5 years of supervisory experience.
Experience cultivating team-based environments that empower staff to work independently while fostering collaboration across an organization.
Demonstrated success in leading strategy implementation to drive results, with a record of seeing processes through from idea to execution.
Experience working on electricity sector climate policy is preferred but not required.
Understanding of organizational management, talent management, and monitoring and evaluation protocols.
Experience managing active contracts and grant agreements, developing project budgets, and managing vendors.
Strong writing, verbal, and analytical skills designed to convey complex material to senior leadership.
Experience in fundraising is preferred.
Proficiency for anticipating and avoiding problems.
Aptitude for grasping and adding value to the organizational vision and mission, helping to develop and deliver on high-level goals and priorities.
Organizational, political, and emotional intelligence and ability to use discretion around sensitive information.
Examples of passed work may be required as part of the interview process
Ability to work under pressure and handle stress.
Ability to meet regular attendance/tardiness policy.
Our Values
The Secretariat’s core values represent our team’s highest priorities and driving forces. These values are the heart of how we go about doing our work in support of each other and our member governors and states, serving as cultural cornerstones and exemplified by all members of our team.
Purpose: We are aligned by a common purpose to confront the climate crisis and its impacts through the power of state government. We connect our daily work to the Alliance’s mission and, in pursuit of our shared goals, always act in the best interest of our governors and states.
Excellence: We have high standards in the work we do to support Alliance governors and states. We are focused, data-driven, and attentive to the smallest of details while never losing sight of the big picture.
Empathy: We value kindness and treat others with dignity and respect, recognizing that our actions affect one another and all those with whom we interact. We consider growth, learning, and development to be priorities.
Inclusion: We actively work to increase diversity, advance equity, and cultivate a welcoming work environment where everyone feels valued. We are collaborators and prioritize teamwork — knowing that it will take our broader community all working together to ultimately solve the climate crisis.
Balance: We value a positive work environment and, even in the hectic day-to-day, we make the time to build relationships, celebrate successes, and laugh. We know that balancing home and work lives is essential and encourage each other to put the health and well-being of ourselves and our loved ones first.
Benefits & Compensation
For full-time, benefit eligible employees, UNF offers an excellent range of benefits, including:
a choice between two health plans through UnitedHealthcare (PPO or HDHP with HSA)
dental insurance
vision insurance
flexible spending accounts
403b retirement savings plan with a generous matching contribution
group term and supplemental life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
health club discounts
commuter subsidy
back-up care
employee assistance program
Additionally, all benefit eligible employees have 12 paid holidays, 20 vacation days, 10 sick days, 3 personal days, and 8 weeks of family leave care.
LI-#Hybrid
LI-#Remote
Dec 07, 2023
Full time
The salary range for this position is $135,000 - $150,000.
Position Overview
The U.S. Climate Alliance is a bipartisan coalition of governors securing America’s net-zero future by advancing state-led, high-impact climate action. The Alliance Secretariat helps its members accelerate climate action by providing a broad range of technical, analytical, policy, and capacity assistance and resources. Currently, the coalition’s policy initiatives are structured around ten policy priority areas that include electricity generation, transportation, industry, buildings, just transition and equity, climate finance, resilience, and natural and working lands. The Alliance has also built strong relationships with the federal administration to help create and implement an ambitious, durable national climate framework. For more information on the Alliance, please visit www.usclimatealliance.org .
The U.S. Climate Alliance seeks a Policy Director to lead the Secretariat in advancing climate solutions across ten coalition-wide policy priorities, inform organizational strategy, ensure Working Groups are delivering high-impact results, and support team member development, among other responsibilities. The Policy Director will manage the Secretariat’s core policy team and, together with the Executive and Managing Directors, convene and provide direction to the Secretariat’s extended policy team. The Policy Director reports to the Managing Director of the Alliance and will be expected to work as part of a broader team that includes Alliance states, consultants, and external partners. The position is part of the Energy and Climate team at the United Nations Foundation, which houses the U.S. Climate Alliance Secretariat.
This position is based in Washington, DC (hybrid schedule). We also welcome full time remote applicants.
Essential Functions
Strategic planning and policy development
Oversee all policy portfolios and workplans and support staff in ensuring Alliance policy priorities and efforts are strategic, responsive to state needs, of additive value to state efforts, and conducted in close collaboration with partner organizations.
Ensure Alliance policy activities are timely, nimble, and strategic. Support staff in responding to major political shifts, current events at national and state levels, and important moments for governors and the broader climate movement.
Lead annual strategic planning and execution efforts across the Secretariat’s policy team.
Work with core policy staff to create and execute new state and federal based initiatives.
Advise the Leadership Team on strategies for strengthening state-federal engagement.
Support staff in independently managing their work, seeking help when needed, and identifying opportunities for growth, portfolio diversification, and increased impact.
Foster collaboration, innovation, and cross-pollination across policy staff, including by supporting the development of comprehensive policy solutions that touch on multiple sectors, facilitating the sharing of lessons learned, and ensuring integration of cross-cutting initiatives throughout the Alliance’s work.
Provide advice and counsel to core policy staff in carrying out their work on behalf of Alliance members, serving as a sounding board and always keeping in mind organization-wide goals, values, and mission.
Manage a policy portfolio, including leading a Working Group or other initiative.
Team leadership and staff supervision
Manage a growing core policy team including by preparing for and running policy team meetings, following up on action items and deliverables, working with staff to resolve issues, conducting performance assessments, setting and supporting individual performance goals, and approving leave.
Serve on the Alliance’s Extended Leadership team and work closely with the Executive Director, Managing Director, and fellow departmental directors to operationalize the strategic vision of the organization.
Grant management
Maintain working knowledge of the UNF agreement process for both contracts and grants, including how to utilize the proper contract templates.
Conduct oversight of agreements that support and advance the policy teams’ portfolios and workplans.
In consultation with the Chief of Staff and Finance Manager, monitor spending against project budgets and ensure that grants are spent down on time and within budget.
Fundraising and reporting
Support sector-based fundraising efforts, including drafting and reviewing proposals, growing relationships with donors, and tracking and reporting progress.
Selection Criteria
Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of relevant experience. Master’s degree preferred.
Strong preference may be given to candidates with experience working in, with, or around state-level government.
At least 3-5 years of supervisory experience.
Experience cultivating team-based environments that empower staff to work independently while fostering collaboration across an organization.
Demonstrated success in leading strategy implementation to drive results, with a record of seeing processes through from idea to execution.
Experience working on electricity sector climate policy is preferred but not required.
Understanding of organizational management, talent management, and monitoring and evaluation protocols.
Experience managing active contracts and grant agreements, developing project budgets, and managing vendors.
Strong writing, verbal, and analytical skills designed to convey complex material to senior leadership.
Experience in fundraising is preferred.
Proficiency for anticipating and avoiding problems.
Aptitude for grasping and adding value to the organizational vision and mission, helping to develop and deliver on high-level goals and priorities.
Organizational, political, and emotional intelligence and ability to use discretion around sensitive information.
Examples of passed work may be required as part of the interview process
Ability to work under pressure and handle stress.
Ability to meet regular attendance/tardiness policy.
Our Values
The Secretariat’s core values represent our team’s highest priorities and driving forces. These values are the heart of how we go about doing our work in support of each other and our member governors and states, serving as cultural cornerstones and exemplified by all members of our team.
Purpose: We are aligned by a common purpose to confront the climate crisis and its impacts through the power of state government. We connect our daily work to the Alliance’s mission and, in pursuit of our shared goals, always act in the best interest of our governors and states.
Excellence: We have high standards in the work we do to support Alliance governors and states. We are focused, data-driven, and attentive to the smallest of details while never losing sight of the big picture.
Empathy: We value kindness and treat others with dignity and respect, recognizing that our actions affect one another and all those with whom we interact. We consider growth, learning, and development to be priorities.
Inclusion: We actively work to increase diversity, advance equity, and cultivate a welcoming work environment where everyone feels valued. We are collaborators and prioritize teamwork — knowing that it will take our broader community all working together to ultimately solve the climate crisis.
Balance: We value a positive work environment and, even in the hectic day-to-day, we make the time to build relationships, celebrate successes, and laugh. We know that balancing home and work lives is essential and encourage each other to put the health and well-being of ourselves and our loved ones first.
Benefits & Compensation
For full-time, benefit eligible employees, UNF offers an excellent range of benefits, including:
a choice between two health plans through UnitedHealthcare (PPO or HDHP with HSA)
dental insurance
vision insurance
flexible spending accounts
403b retirement savings plan with a generous matching contribution
group term and supplemental life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
health club discounts
commuter subsidy
back-up care
employee assistance program
Additionally, all benefit eligible employees have 12 paid holidays, 20 vacation days, 10 sick days, 3 personal days, and 8 weeks of family leave care.
LI-#Hybrid
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APLA Health’s mission is to achieve health care equity and promote well-being for the LGBT and other underserved communities and people living with and affected by HIV. We are a nonprofit, federally qualified health center serving more than 14,000 people annually. We provide 20 different services from 15 locations throughout Los Angeles County, including: medical, dental, and behavioral health care; PrEP counseling and management; health education and HIV prevention; and STD screening and treatment. For people living with HIV, we offer housing support; benefits counseling; home health care; and the Vance North Necessities of Life Program food pantries; among several other critically needed services. Additionally, we are leaders in advocating for policy and legislation that positively impacts the LGBT and HIV communities, provide capacity-building assistance to health departments across the country, and conduct community-based research on issues affecting the communities we serve. For more information, please visit us at aplahealth.org .
We offer great benefits, competitive pay, and great working environment!
We offer:
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance (no cost for employee)
Vision Insurance (no cost for employee)
Long Term Disability
Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts
12 Paid Holidays
3 Personal Days
10 Vacation Days
12 Sick Days
Metro reimbursement or free parking
Employer Matched 403b Retirement Plan
This is a great opportunity to make a difference!
This position will pay $87,505 - $114,007 annually. Salary is commensurate with experience.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Senior Program Manager, Housing Support Services is responsible for the administrative oversight of contracts, client programs, and services of the South Bay Regional Office, the West Hollywood Regional Office, and the South Central Regional Office. S/he will be responsible to ensure all contractual obligations are met and oversee the provision of all client services within these programs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide oversight and ensure contract compliance with various federal, state, and city government grantees including LAHD, City of West Hollywood, and HACLA.
Provide leadership and direction to ensure that organizational standards and policies are implemented and followed.
Facilitate professional staff development and training. Mentor, guide, and coach staff to expand their skills and capabilities.
Collaborate with funders and community partners. Attend various community meetings to build relationships, improve program effectiveness, and ensure best standards and practice in meeting the needs of the clients.
Collaborate with the finance department to monitor budgets of the various contracts. Ensure effective fiscal management in accordance with contract requirements.
Ensure coordination of client services with other Alliance programs.
Provide oversight for appropriate client data collection and tracking. Ensure reporting requirements are met according to contractual obligations.
Maintains staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting and training employees.
Accomplishes staff results by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring and appraising job results through the completion of staff goals, evaluations and disciplinary action.
Responsible for approving staff time cards and time off requests.
OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS.
REQUIREMENTS:
Training and Experience:
Masters level degree in social services or a related field.
Working knowledge of HOPWA policies and procedures.
Minimum of 2.5 years' experience in program management or supervising case management or housing specialist staff working with HIV, homeless, or other underserved populations.
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with other personnel, outside service providers and funders.
Knowledge of:
HOPWA policies and procedures
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This is primarily an office position that requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid California driver’s license; proof of auto liability insurance; and have the use of a personal vehicle for work related purposes. COVID-19 Vaccination or Medical/Religious Exemption required.
Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/transgender/veteran.
Nov 30, 2023
Full time
APLA Health’s mission is to achieve health care equity and promote well-being for the LGBT and other underserved communities and people living with and affected by HIV. We are a nonprofit, federally qualified health center serving more than 14,000 people annually. We provide 20 different services from 15 locations throughout Los Angeles County, including: medical, dental, and behavioral health care; PrEP counseling and management; health education and HIV prevention; and STD screening and treatment. For people living with HIV, we offer housing support; benefits counseling; home health care; and the Vance North Necessities of Life Program food pantries; among several other critically needed services. Additionally, we are leaders in advocating for policy and legislation that positively impacts the LGBT and HIV communities, provide capacity-building assistance to health departments across the country, and conduct community-based research on issues affecting the communities we serve. For more information, please visit us at aplahealth.org .
We offer great benefits, competitive pay, and great working environment!
We offer:
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance (no cost for employee)
Vision Insurance (no cost for employee)
Long Term Disability
Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts
12 Paid Holidays
3 Personal Days
10 Vacation Days
12 Sick Days
Metro reimbursement or free parking
Employer Matched 403b Retirement Plan
This is a great opportunity to make a difference!
This position will pay $87,505 - $114,007 annually. Salary is commensurate with experience.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Senior Program Manager, Housing Support Services is responsible for the administrative oversight of contracts, client programs, and services of the South Bay Regional Office, the West Hollywood Regional Office, and the South Central Regional Office. S/he will be responsible to ensure all contractual obligations are met and oversee the provision of all client services within these programs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide oversight and ensure contract compliance with various federal, state, and city government grantees including LAHD, City of West Hollywood, and HACLA.
Provide leadership and direction to ensure that organizational standards and policies are implemented and followed.
Facilitate professional staff development and training. Mentor, guide, and coach staff to expand their skills and capabilities.
Collaborate with funders and community partners. Attend various community meetings to build relationships, improve program effectiveness, and ensure best standards and practice in meeting the needs of the clients.
Collaborate with the finance department to monitor budgets of the various contracts. Ensure effective fiscal management in accordance with contract requirements.
Ensure coordination of client services with other Alliance programs.
Provide oversight for appropriate client data collection and tracking. Ensure reporting requirements are met according to contractual obligations.
Maintains staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting and training employees.
Accomplishes staff results by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring and appraising job results through the completion of staff goals, evaluations and disciplinary action.
Responsible for approving staff time cards and time off requests.
OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS.
REQUIREMENTS:
Training and Experience:
Masters level degree in social services or a related field.
Working knowledge of HOPWA policies and procedures.
Minimum of 2.5 years' experience in program management or supervising case management or housing specialist staff working with HIV, homeless, or other underserved populations.
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with other personnel, outside service providers and funders.
Knowledge of:
HOPWA policies and procedures
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This is primarily an office position that requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid California driver’s license; proof of auto liability insurance; and have the use of a personal vehicle for work related purposes. COVID-19 Vaccination or Medical/Religious Exemption required.
Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/transgender/veteran.
Are you ready to directly impact the lives of first-generation college students and champion economic mobility for all?
About Us
Did you know that only 21% of low income, first-generation students in the U.S. graduate from college within six years? Those who do graduate have a median household income 27% lower than their peers. While there are a multitude of college access programs for high school seniors and job assistance programs for low-wage earners, there are few programs that ensure first-generation students stay in school and build the skills necessary to prepare for long-term careers. This is where America Needs You (ANY) comes in.
ANY fights for economic mobility for ambitious, first-generation college students by providing transformative mentorship and intensive career development. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in New York City, ANY expanded to New Jersey in 2012, Illinois in 2015, and California in 2016, growing from serving 50 students to nearly 600 students annually. In 2021, ANY launched FirstGenU, a new virtual program designed to help 10,000 first-generation college students navigate their careers. Visit www.americaneedsyou.org to learn more.
Position Description
ANY is currently seeking a dedicated and organized Program Operations Associate to support the National Director of Program Operations in the implementation of our Fellows Program in NY/NJ/IL/CA. This position provides critical day-to-day administration and project management to all components of the national program operations including internships, transfer, partnerships, and new e-learning initiatives. The Program Operations Associate reports directly to ANY’s National Director of Program Operations and supports the national program operations team.
Our Ideal Candidate:
Is committed to ANY's mission of supporting ambitious, first-generation college students
Is excited about supporting a large program operation hands-on
Is passionate about project management and operational efficiency
We Offer:
A warm, collaborative work environment with a rich culture of support and feedback
A generous benefits package (health/dental insurance, 403(b), FSA, three weeks vacation, etc.)
Ongoing internal and external opportunities for professional development
Connections to a large, high-powered professional network
Key Responsibilities:
Provide day-to-day assistance to the national program operations team and directly support the National Director of Program Operations to deliver ANY’s Fellows program in four states
Streamline and manage the internship database and its structure, including national partnership sourced internships
Track national partner opportunities and monitor national partner dashboards; track and remind local sites about upcoming internships deadlines, and report on their progress to ensure applications
Review qualifications/requirements against ANY Fellow qualifications and ensure we share accurate information and relevant opportunities with our sites serving Fellows
Use national dashboard to track, report and support internship outcomes monthly, to help teams make data driven decisions about internship support and case management
Manage Internship Support calendar and co-leads Case Support Training meeting
Manage Fellow professional development grant distribution, including creating and distributing Salesforce reports, training staff on policies and procedures and troubleshooting questions from staff and Fellows
Support the revision and creation of all internship outcome protocols and templates
Provide day to day support and administer ANY’s Learning Management System – Canvas
Coordinate all career day logistics and collaborate with relevant staff to lead the content and run of day for the event
Support ANY’s new FirstGenU program by providing administrative support in all aspects of the program
Prepare materials and communication for FirstGenU partnership meetings, support enrollment and conduct participant/data tracking
Other duties as determined by ANY
Qualifications:
Between 1-3 years of experience, preferably in career counseling or a related field
Bachelor’s Degree required
Strong project management skills and prior experience preferred
Ability to work in a fast-paced, results-driven environment
Highly developed verbal and written communication skills
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
Microsoft Office proficiency
America Needs You offers a competitive salary and benefits package. ANY employees receive ample vacation time and the opportunity to work with a talented team on projects that have a real impact in their community.
To Apply:
Please submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@americaneedsyou.org (subject line: Program Operations Associate - Last_Name, First_Name). Please note that your application will not be considered without a cover letter. No phone calls please.
Nov 20, 2023
Full time
Are you ready to directly impact the lives of first-generation college students and champion economic mobility for all?
About Us
Did you know that only 21% of low income, first-generation students in the U.S. graduate from college within six years? Those who do graduate have a median household income 27% lower than their peers. While there are a multitude of college access programs for high school seniors and job assistance programs for low-wage earners, there are few programs that ensure first-generation students stay in school and build the skills necessary to prepare for long-term careers. This is where America Needs You (ANY) comes in.
ANY fights for economic mobility for ambitious, first-generation college students by providing transformative mentorship and intensive career development. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in New York City, ANY expanded to New Jersey in 2012, Illinois in 2015, and California in 2016, growing from serving 50 students to nearly 600 students annually. In 2021, ANY launched FirstGenU, a new virtual program designed to help 10,000 first-generation college students navigate their careers. Visit www.americaneedsyou.org to learn more.
Position Description
ANY is currently seeking a dedicated and organized Program Operations Associate to support the National Director of Program Operations in the implementation of our Fellows Program in NY/NJ/IL/CA. This position provides critical day-to-day administration and project management to all components of the national program operations including internships, transfer, partnerships, and new e-learning initiatives. The Program Operations Associate reports directly to ANY’s National Director of Program Operations and supports the national program operations team.
Our Ideal Candidate:
Is committed to ANY's mission of supporting ambitious, first-generation college students
Is excited about supporting a large program operation hands-on
Is passionate about project management and operational efficiency
We Offer:
A warm, collaborative work environment with a rich culture of support and feedback
A generous benefits package (health/dental insurance, 403(b), FSA, three weeks vacation, etc.)
Ongoing internal and external opportunities for professional development
Connections to a large, high-powered professional network
Key Responsibilities:
Provide day-to-day assistance to the national program operations team and directly support the National Director of Program Operations to deliver ANY’s Fellows program in four states
Streamline and manage the internship database and its structure, including national partnership sourced internships
Track national partner opportunities and monitor national partner dashboards; track and remind local sites about upcoming internships deadlines, and report on their progress to ensure applications
Review qualifications/requirements against ANY Fellow qualifications and ensure we share accurate information and relevant opportunities with our sites serving Fellows
Use national dashboard to track, report and support internship outcomes monthly, to help teams make data driven decisions about internship support and case management
Manage Internship Support calendar and co-leads Case Support Training meeting
Manage Fellow professional development grant distribution, including creating and distributing Salesforce reports, training staff on policies and procedures and troubleshooting questions from staff and Fellows
Support the revision and creation of all internship outcome protocols and templates
Provide day to day support and administer ANY’s Learning Management System – Canvas
Coordinate all career day logistics and collaborate with relevant staff to lead the content and run of day for the event
Support ANY’s new FirstGenU program by providing administrative support in all aspects of the program
Prepare materials and communication for FirstGenU partnership meetings, support enrollment and conduct participant/data tracking
Other duties as determined by ANY
Qualifications:
Between 1-3 years of experience, preferably in career counseling or a related field
Bachelor’s Degree required
Strong project management skills and prior experience preferred
Ability to work in a fast-paced, results-driven environment
Highly developed verbal and written communication skills
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
Microsoft Office proficiency
America Needs You offers a competitive salary and benefits package. ANY employees receive ample vacation time and the opportunity to work with a talented team on projects that have a real impact in their community.
To Apply:
Please submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@americaneedsyou.org (subject line: Program Operations Associate - Last_Name, First_Name). Please note that your application will not be considered without a cover letter. No phone calls please.
Job Summary
Positions in this class are responsible for performing a variety of field and office assignments that require the application of standard principles in the development and operation of solid waste management systems. Duties include responsibility for capital projects, including overseeing design work, project estimating, and project management; activities to comply with federal, state and local environmental regulations to implement solid waste plans; leading inspections of public and private solid waste facilities; and for providing technical assistance and contract compliance.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Four (4) year degree with major coursework in public administration, finance, engineering, environmental science, or related field.
Two (two) years of experience working with the public in areas related to solid waste management, recycling, moderate risk waste, or environmental education.
Senior-level: Master’s Degree and minimum two (2) years’ experience in a position comparable to an Environmental Operations Specialist.
On a year-for-year basis, any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for educational requirements.
Knowledge of : Federal, State, and local regulations pertaining to solid waste, water quality, and storm water; landfill management and disposal; operation and siting of transfer and hazardous waste facilities; recycling processing equipment, risk management, contracts and legal documents, project management related to capital improvements; principles, practices, and techniques of storm water management; planning and permitting processes; capital finance and rate setting; planning and budgeting; work standards and codes applicable to the job.
Ability to: Prepare detailed documentation and communications in the form of technical papers, written reports, and a variety of memos and letters; establish effective working relationships and communication with contractors, consultants, legal counsel, staff, media, public officials, regulatory agencies, property owners, business groups, and the public; effectively plan and organize work and complete tasks within prescribed timeframes; comprehend, interpret, and implement applicable regulations governing environmental impacts, solid waste management, and the protection of water quality; analyze and evaluate complex problems and devise solutions; independently exercise sound judgment when working with diverse stakeholders; adapt quickly to unanticipated changes in priorities and timelines; maintain professional composure when dealing with difficult individuals or contentious issues; read, understand, and interpret a variety of technical design plans, maps, and charts; research and prepare grant proposals, and administer grant funds; maintain a valid driver’s license.
Incumbents typically work in both office and field settings associated with community events, complaint investigations, and technical assistance visits/meetings. Work involves management of multiple priorities and direct face-to-face interactions with the public.
For complete job announcement, application requirements, and to apply on-line (applications on external sites are not monitored) , please visit our website at:
https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county
Salary Grade: Local 17 Engineers.11 $35.29 - $47.64- per hour
Oct 31, 2023
Full time
Job Summary
Positions in this class are responsible for performing a variety of field and office assignments that require the application of standard principles in the development and operation of solid waste management systems. Duties include responsibility for capital projects, including overseeing design work, project estimating, and project management; activities to comply with federal, state and local environmental regulations to implement solid waste plans; leading inspections of public and private solid waste facilities; and for providing technical assistance and contract compliance.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Four (4) year degree with major coursework in public administration, finance, engineering, environmental science, or related field.
Two (two) years of experience working with the public in areas related to solid waste management, recycling, moderate risk waste, or environmental education.
Senior-level: Master’s Degree and minimum two (2) years’ experience in a position comparable to an Environmental Operations Specialist.
On a year-for-year basis, any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for educational requirements.
Knowledge of : Federal, State, and local regulations pertaining to solid waste, water quality, and storm water; landfill management and disposal; operation and siting of transfer and hazardous waste facilities; recycling processing equipment, risk management, contracts and legal documents, project management related to capital improvements; principles, practices, and techniques of storm water management; planning and permitting processes; capital finance and rate setting; planning and budgeting; work standards and codes applicable to the job.
Ability to: Prepare detailed documentation and communications in the form of technical papers, written reports, and a variety of memos and letters; establish effective working relationships and communication with contractors, consultants, legal counsel, staff, media, public officials, regulatory agencies, property owners, business groups, and the public; effectively plan and organize work and complete tasks within prescribed timeframes; comprehend, interpret, and implement applicable regulations governing environmental impacts, solid waste management, and the protection of water quality; analyze and evaluate complex problems and devise solutions; independently exercise sound judgment when working with diverse stakeholders; adapt quickly to unanticipated changes in priorities and timelines; maintain professional composure when dealing with difficult individuals or contentious issues; read, understand, and interpret a variety of technical design plans, maps, and charts; research and prepare grant proposals, and administer grant funds; maintain a valid driver’s license.
Incumbents typically work in both office and field settings associated with community events, complaint investigations, and technical assistance visits/meetings. Work involves management of multiple priorities and direct face-to-face interactions with the public.
For complete job announcement, application requirements, and to apply on-line (applications on external sites are not monitored) , please visit our website at:
https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county
Salary Grade: Local 17 Engineers.11 $35.29 - $47.64- per hour
Bilingual Behavioral Health Clinician Licensed Clinical Social Worker/ Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor Under the supervision of the Senior Director of Clinical and Educational Initiatives and the Lead Behavioral Health Clinician the Behavioral Health Clinician (BHC) is expected to assess client needs, counsel and refer clients, and develop client plans based on best practices. This position will be required to speak, read, and write in Spanish to assist in serving our Spanish speaking population. Essential Functions: Provide short-term and/or crisis reproductive health counseling on a referral basis for patients at PPIL centers. Prepare relevant case records, documents, reports and correspondence in a timely and organized manner. Consult, refer cases, and work actively with other agencies and community groups to aid clients in accessing resources. Use an affirmative approach to validate LGBTQIA clients by creating an inclusive space. Understand the needs and challenges of the LGBTQIA community to provide patient culturally sensitive and patient centered care. Promote PPIL’s family planning, abortion services, and gender affirming services to health systems and community partners serving PPIL’s population. Understand, commit to, and practice a customer-centered inter-disciplinary team approach to health care delivery. Adhere to the code of ethics for the relevant discipline (e.g. NASW, ACA, APA,WPATH) and demonstrates a commitment to PPIL core values of respect, knowledge, responsibility, health, compassion and access; practice these values in relations with internal and external customers. Through these activities demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to PPIL core values of access, activism, care, confidentiality, diversity, excellence, integrity, respect, self-determination, and stewardship; practice these values in relations with internal and external customers. Understand and utilize Planned Parenthood's principles, practice guidelines and informed consent model for gender affirming care to provide appropriate counseling and care to transgender, gender non-conforming, gender questioning or gender non-binary individuals. Consistent with an informed consent model for gender-affirming care, perform a comprehensive psycho-social intake for patients (and parents of adolescents) who are interested in gender affirming hormone therapy and provide support and services to patients receiving gender affirming hormone therapy, including counseling, case management, letters for gender affirming surgery, documentation for gender marker corrections on identity documents, letters for surgical, insurance documentation and referrals. Obtain prior approvals for medications, which may include, but are not limited to, gender affirming hormone therapy, birth control, and antiviral HIV prevention therapy when needed from an insurance payer or patient assistance programs. Assess for depression with the PHQ9 and perform SBIRT to assess substance use. Participate in quality assessment and quality improvement projects. Assist the lead clinician in review of annual behavioral health policies, mandated reporting, and policies around minors regarding counseling sessions and access. Participate in Peer chart audits. Other Responsibilities: 1. Provide short-term and crisis counseling for individuals, couples, and/or families regarding all relevant issues related to reproductive health services at the health center. 2. Provide ongoing direction and consultation for staff involved in patient education. 3. Keep records in accordance with documentation standards. 4. Manage confidentiality of clients; work with law enforcement agencies when required; activate the community mental health system when required. 5. Collect counseling program planning data as directed. 6. Participate as part of the Consumer Services team on various projects requiring counseling expertise, i.e. staff training manuals, patient satisfaction survey, and patient education materials. 7. Attend monthly staff meetings. 8. Engage in monthly supervision with lead clinician and behavioral health consultant to review and discuss case load and challenging cases. 9. Participates in relevant PPIL staff meetings. 10. Provide support to PPIL staff by providing resources, referrals, engaging in organized group discussions, individual brief check-ins and limited (1-2) counseling sessions as a bridge to care. 11. Other duties as assigned. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk, and hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands and fingers to handle, or feel and reach. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Supervisor: Lead Clinician reporting up to Senior Director of Clinical and Educational Initiatives Status: Full time. Non-exempt from the overtime provisions of the wage and salary regulations. Qualifications: Knowledge of: 1. Principles, objectives and techniques of social work practice; 2. Individual and group behavior, child and adolescent development, and family relationships; 3. Medical-psycho-socio-economic factors affecting individuals and families; 4. Community organization and resources; 5. Rules and regulations affecting the delivery of service in health care agencies, including -- but not limited to -- patient confidentiality, DCFS (child abuse/neglect), domestic violence and duty to warn. Ability to: 1. Establish and maintain a productive relationship with clients who may be in a state of crisis; 2. Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; 3. Work cooperatively with co-workers, other agencies and the public; 4. Receive supervision; 5. Interpret complex laws and regulations to clients and the public; 6. Prepare and present written and oral presentations when required; 7. Manage a caseload in a timely and effective manner; 8. Utilize social work and counseling techniques as well as community resources; 9. Interview and counsel effectively. Education and Experience : Possession of a Master's degree in Social Work or Counseling from an accredited college or university prior to appointment. Licensed required as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with preferred two or more years of experience. Personal & Professional Qualities : Commitment to the operating goals of Planned Parenthood, and an interest in providing counseling and information to people choosing those services. An ability to communicate with clients, paid and volunteer staff, and the public in a sensitive, professional manner regarding sexuality and sexual health care concerns. Well developed writing skills. Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends, and travel between sites as necessary. Bilingual ability to speak, read and write in Spanish is required. Planned Parenthood works affirmatively to include diversity among its workforce and does not discriminate in the selection of its staff based on factors including but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, income, marital status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law. We know that BIPOC and women identifying candidates are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every requirement. Please do not be deterred if your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job posting. We encourage you to apply anyway! You may be exactly who we are looking for!
Oct 17, 2023
Full time
Bilingual Behavioral Health Clinician Licensed Clinical Social Worker/ Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor Under the supervision of the Senior Director of Clinical and Educational Initiatives and the Lead Behavioral Health Clinician the Behavioral Health Clinician (BHC) is expected to assess client needs, counsel and refer clients, and develop client plans based on best practices. This position will be required to speak, read, and write in Spanish to assist in serving our Spanish speaking population. Essential Functions: Provide short-term and/or crisis reproductive health counseling on a referral basis for patients at PPIL centers. Prepare relevant case records, documents, reports and correspondence in a timely and organized manner. Consult, refer cases, and work actively with other agencies and community groups to aid clients in accessing resources. Use an affirmative approach to validate LGBTQIA clients by creating an inclusive space. Understand the needs and challenges of the LGBTQIA community to provide patient culturally sensitive and patient centered care. Promote PPIL’s family planning, abortion services, and gender affirming services to health systems and community partners serving PPIL’s population. Understand, commit to, and practice a customer-centered inter-disciplinary team approach to health care delivery. Adhere to the code of ethics for the relevant discipline (e.g. NASW, ACA, APA,WPATH) and demonstrates a commitment to PPIL core values of respect, knowledge, responsibility, health, compassion and access; practice these values in relations with internal and external customers. Through these activities demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to PPIL core values of access, activism, care, confidentiality, diversity, excellence, integrity, respect, self-determination, and stewardship; practice these values in relations with internal and external customers. Understand and utilize Planned Parenthood's principles, practice guidelines and informed consent model for gender affirming care to provide appropriate counseling and care to transgender, gender non-conforming, gender questioning or gender non-binary individuals. Consistent with an informed consent model for gender-affirming care, perform a comprehensive psycho-social intake for patients (and parents of adolescents) who are interested in gender affirming hormone therapy and provide support and services to patients receiving gender affirming hormone therapy, including counseling, case management, letters for gender affirming surgery, documentation for gender marker corrections on identity documents, letters for surgical, insurance documentation and referrals. Obtain prior approvals for medications, which may include, but are not limited to, gender affirming hormone therapy, birth control, and antiviral HIV prevention therapy when needed from an insurance payer or patient assistance programs. Assess for depression with the PHQ9 and perform SBIRT to assess substance use. Participate in quality assessment and quality improvement projects. Assist the lead clinician in review of annual behavioral health policies, mandated reporting, and policies around minors regarding counseling sessions and access. Participate in Peer chart audits. Other Responsibilities: 1. Provide short-term and crisis counseling for individuals, couples, and/or families regarding all relevant issues related to reproductive health services at the health center. 2. Provide ongoing direction and consultation for staff involved in patient education. 3. Keep records in accordance with documentation standards. 4. Manage confidentiality of clients; work with law enforcement agencies when required; activate the community mental health system when required. 5. Collect counseling program planning data as directed. 6. Participate as part of the Consumer Services team on various projects requiring counseling expertise, i.e. staff training manuals, patient satisfaction survey, and patient education materials. 7. Attend monthly staff meetings. 8. Engage in monthly supervision with lead clinician and behavioral health consultant to review and discuss case load and challenging cases. 9. Participates in relevant PPIL staff meetings. 10. Provide support to PPIL staff by providing resources, referrals, engaging in organized group discussions, individual brief check-ins and limited (1-2) counseling sessions as a bridge to care. 11. Other duties as assigned. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk, and hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands and fingers to handle, or feel and reach. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Supervisor: Lead Clinician reporting up to Senior Director of Clinical and Educational Initiatives Status: Full time. Non-exempt from the overtime provisions of the wage and salary regulations. Qualifications: Knowledge of: 1. Principles, objectives and techniques of social work practice; 2. Individual and group behavior, child and adolescent development, and family relationships; 3. Medical-psycho-socio-economic factors affecting individuals and families; 4. Community organization and resources; 5. Rules and regulations affecting the delivery of service in health care agencies, including -- but not limited to -- patient confidentiality, DCFS (child abuse/neglect), domestic violence and duty to warn. Ability to: 1. Establish and maintain a productive relationship with clients who may be in a state of crisis; 2. Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; 3. Work cooperatively with co-workers, other agencies and the public; 4. Receive supervision; 5. Interpret complex laws and regulations to clients and the public; 6. Prepare and present written and oral presentations when required; 7. Manage a caseload in a timely and effective manner; 8. Utilize social work and counseling techniques as well as community resources; 9. Interview and counsel effectively. Education and Experience : Possession of a Master's degree in Social Work or Counseling from an accredited college or university prior to appointment. Licensed required as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with preferred two or more years of experience. Personal & Professional Qualities : Commitment to the operating goals of Planned Parenthood, and an interest in providing counseling and information to people choosing those services. An ability to communicate with clients, paid and volunteer staff, and the public in a sensitive, professional manner regarding sexuality and sexual health care concerns. Well developed writing skills. Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends, and travel between sites as necessary. Bilingual ability to speak, read and write in Spanish is required. Planned Parenthood works affirmatively to include diversity among its workforce and does not discriminate in the selection of its staff based on factors including but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, income, marital status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law. We know that BIPOC and women identifying candidates are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every requirement. Please do not be deterred if your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job posting. We encourage you to apply anyway! You may be exactly who we are looking for!
POSITION SUMMARY:
To support the operations of APLA Health & Wellness (APLA Health) including the Board of Directors (Board), Executive Management (EMT) and Senior Management (SMT) Teams, and JAEDI (Justice, Anti-Racism, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion) Committee. Assist with some administrative duties for the CEO.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Board of Directors:
Using the On Board software program, and working with the Board Chair, Vice Chair and CEO schedule all APLA Health Board meetings; including full Board meetings, Executive and other Board standing committee meetings, Board retreats, Board orientations, and Board ad hoc committee meetings.
Working with the CEO and other EMT members, prepare and distribute notices of upcoming meetings, agendas (including Board Resolutions and Minutes) and other materials. Send reminder notices to Board members of upcoming meetings. Coordinate with the Board Chair and Vice Chair, other Executive Team staff to prepare and distribute the monthly board information packet.
Attend all Board and committee meetings, record attendance and votes. Prepare draft minutes of all meetings for review by the CEO and / or Board Chair or committee chair and then approval by the Board or appropriate committee.
Organize all Board and other committee meetings including logistics, catering, video and conference call capabilities. Manage the planning for all Board-related events, including offsite meetings, orientations, dinners and retreats. Attend any and all Board events as needed. Attend other APLA Health events where Board members are present as needed and when appropriate.
Executive Management Team / Senior Management Team –
Working with the CEO prepare and distribute notices of upcoming EMT and SMT meetings, agendas (including Action Items) and relevant information packets. Send reminder notices to team members of upcoming meetings.
Attend all EMT and SMT meetings, in person or remotely. Prepare draft minutes of all meetings for review and approval by the CEO and Committee.
JAEDI –
Working with the JAEDI Co Chairs prepare and distribute notices of upcoming meetings, agendas (including Action Items) and relevant information packets. Send reminder notices to Committee members of upcoming meetings.
Attend all JAEDI meetings, in person or remotely. Prepare draft minutes of all meetings for review and approval by the Co Chairs and Committee.
Facilitate the distribution of information to the Board from the CEO, Board chair, and other Board members.
Ensure the efficient and accurate record-keeping of all Board, committee, EMT, SMT and JAEDI activities.
Under the guidance of the CEO or other members of EMT, facilitate the completion of various licensing and other applications (including grant applications) to local, state and federal authorities (including HRSA, the State of California, local governmental authorities etc.) with a particular focus on those applications that require information and submittals from APLA Health Board members.
With the assistance of the CEO and outside counsel monitor the legal operating requirements of APLA Health; particularly those directly applicable to the Board under Federal, State and local laws and regulations, the APLA Health bylaws, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) rules and regulations.
Under the guidance of the CEO facilitate the review and approval of letters of support from other FQHC’s. Under the guidance of the CEO prepare and distribute official correspondence from APLA Health with outside entities including governmental authorities, other non-profit partners, vendors, donors, etc.)
Provide administrative support when needed for “special projects” including HRSA service area competition applications, HRSA official site visits, HRSA scope change applications, state of California licensing applications, large grant applications, etc.
Provide advice to Board officers, committee Chairs and the CEO regarding legal requirements and Rules of Order for conducting the business of the Board and all Committees.
Maintain an annual calendar of all Board approval requirements pursuant to California law, the APLA Health bylaws, as well as FQHC rules and regulations. Coordinate/ facilitate the timely review by and approval by staff and the Board of all required approvals.
Serve as a resource for Board Members; answer questions, take messages, return phone calls or in any other way assist members with their board responsibilities including in some cases fundraising on behalf of APLA. Handle incoming and outgoing mail, faxes, and documents as they pertain to the Board.
Provide high-level administrative support in helping managing the schedule, travel and expenses for the CEO. Assist with communication between CEO and the Board, EMT, SMT and JAEDI and between CEO and all outside parties.
Help support the CEO in their participation in external groups including boards of directors, advisory, planning and other committees, etc.
Maintain Board, EMT, and SMT contact information
OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS.
REQUIREMENTS:
Training and Experience:
Significant Executive Assistant experience required, preferably in an environment where contact with high profile individuals and community leaders is common. Strong organizational skills and writing skills required. Experience in a legal environment and / or working with a sophisticated board of directors preferred. High school/GED diploma required. College graduate preferred. Ability to work some evenings and weekends.
Strong Knowledge of:
Office systems and procedures, office machines, computer skills, and advanced MS Office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point) required. Operational and procedural knowledge of for or non-profit boards of directors preferred. Experience with video conferencing systems (Zoom, Teams, etc.) required.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This is hybrid work position requiring three days per week (on average) in the office. The balance between in office and remote may vary from week to week depending on work priorities and CEO schedule. Schedule includes working nights and weekends as needed. This is primarily an office position that requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper. Some local travel required.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid California driver’s license; proof of auto liability insurance; and have the use of a personal vehicle for work related purposes. COVID vaccination and booster required or medical/religious exemption.
Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/transgender/disability/veteran.
Oct 12, 2023
Full time
POSITION SUMMARY:
To support the operations of APLA Health & Wellness (APLA Health) including the Board of Directors (Board), Executive Management (EMT) and Senior Management (SMT) Teams, and JAEDI (Justice, Anti-Racism, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion) Committee. Assist with some administrative duties for the CEO.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Board of Directors:
Using the On Board software program, and working with the Board Chair, Vice Chair and CEO schedule all APLA Health Board meetings; including full Board meetings, Executive and other Board standing committee meetings, Board retreats, Board orientations, and Board ad hoc committee meetings.
Working with the CEO and other EMT members, prepare and distribute notices of upcoming meetings, agendas (including Board Resolutions and Minutes) and other materials. Send reminder notices to Board members of upcoming meetings. Coordinate with the Board Chair and Vice Chair, other Executive Team staff to prepare and distribute the monthly board information packet.
Attend all Board and committee meetings, record attendance and votes. Prepare draft minutes of all meetings for review by the CEO and / or Board Chair or committee chair and then approval by the Board or appropriate committee.
Organize all Board and other committee meetings including logistics, catering, video and conference call capabilities. Manage the planning for all Board-related events, including offsite meetings, orientations, dinners and retreats. Attend any and all Board events as needed. Attend other APLA Health events where Board members are present as needed and when appropriate.
Executive Management Team / Senior Management Team –
Working with the CEO prepare and distribute notices of upcoming EMT and SMT meetings, agendas (including Action Items) and relevant information packets. Send reminder notices to team members of upcoming meetings.
Attend all EMT and SMT meetings, in person or remotely. Prepare draft minutes of all meetings for review and approval by the CEO and Committee.
JAEDI –
Working with the JAEDI Co Chairs prepare and distribute notices of upcoming meetings, agendas (including Action Items) and relevant information packets. Send reminder notices to Committee members of upcoming meetings.
Attend all JAEDI meetings, in person or remotely. Prepare draft minutes of all meetings for review and approval by the Co Chairs and Committee.
Facilitate the distribution of information to the Board from the CEO, Board chair, and other Board members.
Ensure the efficient and accurate record-keeping of all Board, committee, EMT, SMT and JAEDI activities.
Under the guidance of the CEO or other members of EMT, facilitate the completion of various licensing and other applications (including grant applications) to local, state and federal authorities (including HRSA, the State of California, local governmental authorities etc.) with a particular focus on those applications that require information and submittals from APLA Health Board members.
With the assistance of the CEO and outside counsel monitor the legal operating requirements of APLA Health; particularly those directly applicable to the Board under Federal, State and local laws and regulations, the APLA Health bylaws, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) rules and regulations.
Under the guidance of the CEO facilitate the review and approval of letters of support from other FQHC’s. Under the guidance of the CEO prepare and distribute official correspondence from APLA Health with outside entities including governmental authorities, other non-profit partners, vendors, donors, etc.)
Provide administrative support when needed for “special projects” including HRSA service area competition applications, HRSA official site visits, HRSA scope change applications, state of California licensing applications, large grant applications, etc.
Provide advice to Board officers, committee Chairs and the CEO regarding legal requirements and Rules of Order for conducting the business of the Board and all Committees.
Maintain an annual calendar of all Board approval requirements pursuant to California law, the APLA Health bylaws, as well as FQHC rules and regulations. Coordinate/ facilitate the timely review by and approval by staff and the Board of all required approvals.
Serve as a resource for Board Members; answer questions, take messages, return phone calls or in any other way assist members with their board responsibilities including in some cases fundraising on behalf of APLA. Handle incoming and outgoing mail, faxes, and documents as they pertain to the Board.
Provide high-level administrative support in helping managing the schedule, travel and expenses for the CEO. Assist with communication between CEO and the Board, EMT, SMT and JAEDI and between CEO and all outside parties.
Help support the CEO in their participation in external groups including boards of directors, advisory, planning and other committees, etc.
Maintain Board, EMT, and SMT contact information
OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS.
REQUIREMENTS:
Training and Experience:
Significant Executive Assistant experience required, preferably in an environment where contact with high profile individuals and community leaders is common. Strong organizational skills and writing skills required. Experience in a legal environment and / or working with a sophisticated board of directors preferred. High school/GED diploma required. College graduate preferred. Ability to work some evenings and weekends.
Strong Knowledge of:
Office systems and procedures, office machines, computer skills, and advanced MS Office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point) required. Operational and procedural knowledge of for or non-profit boards of directors preferred. Experience with video conferencing systems (Zoom, Teams, etc.) required.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This is hybrid work position requiring three days per week (on average) in the office. The balance between in office and remote may vary from week to week depending on work priorities and CEO schedule. Schedule includes working nights and weekends as needed. This is primarily an office position that requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper. Some local travel required.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid California driver’s license; proof of auto liability insurance; and have the use of a personal vehicle for work related purposes. COVID vaccination and booster required or medical/religious exemption.
Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/transgender/disability/veteran.
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Maternal and Child Health Section (MCH) in Portland, OR is recruiting for a Informatics Project Coordinator to provide project management support for activities across the MCH Assessment, Evaluation, and Informatics (AEI) unit. You will manage activities and projects for the enhancement, reporting, and implementation of the Tracking Home Visiting Effectiveness in Oregon (THEO) system. You will assume a variety of roles concurrently, including project manager, fiscal coordinator, business systems analyst, facilitation of work for project team, and operations coordinator. You will engage in exploratory activities and identify solutions to support a robust reporting platform and alignment of THEO with other MCH and home-visiting data systems. You will adapt existing methods and policies across these domains to effectively advance the success of THEO. You will work together with staff and programs throughout the agency (e.g., PHD Meaningful Use Coordinator, PHD Senior Operations Manager, OHA external communications team) and across agencies (e.g., Department of Justice, Early Learning Division, Office of Information Services, Department of Education). You will also work with Local Implementing Agencies across the State of Oregon (including nonprofit organizations and local governments) to implement the THEO system.
OHA values service excellence, leadership, integrity, health equity and partnership and has a strategic goal to end all health inequities by 2030.
What's in it for you? The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefits packages for you and your qualified family members, with very low monthly out-of-pocket costs. Try this free virtual benefits counselor by clicking here: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/pebb/pages/alex.aspx
Paid Leave Days:
11 paid holidays each year
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" each year
8 hours of paid sick leave accumulated every month
Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years
Pension and retirement programs
Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Click here to learn more about State of Oregon benefits.
Salary Range: $4,693 - $7,180 Monthly
Most of this work may be conducted remotely at an alternate worksite with full access to the needed operating systems and technology. However, there is an estimated less than 5% of the total work time, that the work will need to be conducted at the primary work location listed in this announcement, the Portland State Office Building located at 800 NE Oregon Street, Portland, OR 97232. Work location can be changed at any time at the discretion of the hiring manager.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Minimum Qualifications
Three years of progressively responsible paraprofessional or technical experience coordinating, overseeing, or managing projects from various disciplines according to project management methods, guidelines, and principles; OR
An Oregon Project Management Associate Certification AND two years of progressively responsible experience coordinating, overseeing, or managing projects from various disciplines according to project management methods, guidelines, and principles.; OR
A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Public Administration, or a closely related field; OR
A Project Management Professional Certification awarded by the Project Management Institute.
Desired Attributes
Experience in creating and maintaining a work environment that is respectful and accepting of diversity among team members and the people we serve.
Experience coordinating, overseeing, team leadership, and managing projects from various disciplines.
Experience evaluating, monitoring, and ensuring compliance with public health laws, regulations, policies, standards, or procedures.
Experience preparing reports for upper management regarding status of projects.
Bachelor’s degree or higher and at least 4 years of experience working with public health data or in public health informatics or equivalent private sector experience.
Knowledge of maternal and child health programming, specifically home visiting programs.
Skill communicating verbally and in writing with a variety of people to answer questions and explain information and communicating effectively with technical and non-technical team members.
Skill representing on or serving as a staff person for project, advisory, or technical committees.
Experience in an environment with computerized systems, large databases, electronic data transfer methods, and project management software.
Experience using Smartsheet.
Ability to apply tact and diplomacy to gain cooperation of others.
Ability to contribute as a strong member of a self-directed work team.
Experience with end user and technical documentation.
How to Apply:
Complete the online application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-138240
Application Deadline: 10/08/2023
Sep 25, 2023
Full time
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Maternal and Child Health Section (MCH) in Portland, OR is recruiting for a Informatics Project Coordinator to provide project management support for activities across the MCH Assessment, Evaluation, and Informatics (AEI) unit. You will manage activities and projects for the enhancement, reporting, and implementation of the Tracking Home Visiting Effectiveness in Oregon (THEO) system. You will assume a variety of roles concurrently, including project manager, fiscal coordinator, business systems analyst, facilitation of work for project team, and operations coordinator. You will engage in exploratory activities and identify solutions to support a robust reporting platform and alignment of THEO with other MCH and home-visiting data systems. You will adapt existing methods and policies across these domains to effectively advance the success of THEO. You will work together with staff and programs throughout the agency (e.g., PHD Meaningful Use Coordinator, PHD Senior Operations Manager, OHA external communications team) and across agencies (e.g., Department of Justice, Early Learning Division, Office of Information Services, Department of Education). You will also work with Local Implementing Agencies across the State of Oregon (including nonprofit organizations and local governments) to implement the THEO system.
OHA values service excellence, leadership, integrity, health equity and partnership and has a strategic goal to end all health inequities by 2030.
What's in it for you? The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefits packages for you and your qualified family members, with very low monthly out-of-pocket costs. Try this free virtual benefits counselor by clicking here: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/pebb/pages/alex.aspx
Paid Leave Days:
11 paid holidays each year
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" each year
8 hours of paid sick leave accumulated every month
Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years
Pension and retirement programs
Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Click here to learn more about State of Oregon benefits.
Salary Range: $4,693 - $7,180 Monthly
Most of this work may be conducted remotely at an alternate worksite with full access to the needed operating systems and technology. However, there is an estimated less than 5% of the total work time, that the work will need to be conducted at the primary work location listed in this announcement, the Portland State Office Building located at 800 NE Oregon Street, Portland, OR 97232. Work location can be changed at any time at the discretion of the hiring manager.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Minimum Qualifications
Three years of progressively responsible paraprofessional or technical experience coordinating, overseeing, or managing projects from various disciplines according to project management methods, guidelines, and principles; OR
An Oregon Project Management Associate Certification AND two years of progressively responsible experience coordinating, overseeing, or managing projects from various disciplines according to project management methods, guidelines, and principles.; OR
A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Public Administration, or a closely related field; OR
A Project Management Professional Certification awarded by the Project Management Institute.
Desired Attributes
Experience in creating and maintaining a work environment that is respectful and accepting of diversity among team members and the people we serve.
Experience coordinating, overseeing, team leadership, and managing projects from various disciplines.
Experience evaluating, monitoring, and ensuring compliance with public health laws, regulations, policies, standards, or procedures.
Experience preparing reports for upper management regarding status of projects.
Bachelor’s degree or higher and at least 4 years of experience working with public health data or in public health informatics or equivalent private sector experience.
Knowledge of maternal and child health programming, specifically home visiting programs.
Skill communicating verbally and in writing with a variety of people to answer questions and explain information and communicating effectively with technical and non-technical team members.
Skill representing on or serving as a staff person for project, advisory, or technical committees.
Experience in an environment with computerized systems, large databases, electronic data transfer methods, and project management software.
Experience using Smartsheet.
Ability to apply tact and diplomacy to gain cooperation of others.
Ability to contribute as a strong member of a self-directed work team.
Experience with end user and technical documentation.
How to Apply:
Complete the online application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-138240
Application Deadline: 10/08/2023
League of Conservation Voters
Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely or from an LCV office)
Title: Vice President, GiveGreen Department: Development Status: Exempt Reports to: Senior Vice President of Development Positions Reporting to this Position: GiveGreen Program Director, GiveGreen Events Coordinator, Give Green Manager of Marketing Location: Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely or from an LCV office) Travel Requirements: Up to 15% 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.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
GiveGreen is a project of LCV Victory Fund and NRDC Action Votes. GiveGreen offers political donors a powerful, easy, and strategic way to support environmental candidates and accelerate action on climate change. The program has raised over $100 million since its inception, including over $44 million raised in the 2020 election cycle.
LCV is hiring a Vice President, GiveGreen who will lead the GiveGreen program to achieve its goals of elevating climate champions to elected office through direct fundraising support and building power to ensure federal and state policy action on climate and environmental justice. The Vice President, GiveGreen will work closely with the staff from the two partner organizations and the GiveGreen Advisory Committee to develop strategic goals and objectives for the program. This position is responsible for the implementation and day-to-day management of all aspects of the program and leading its team of staff and vendors.
Responsibilities:
Working closely with the GiveGreen program team, develop and oversee overall GiveGreen cycle goals: political, fundraising and web and infrastructure.
Drive vision and strategy to strengthen GiveGreen platform including user experience, data integration and ongoing development.
Support current GiveGreen partners and build and cultivate new partnerships in the environmental and funder communities to expand use and engagement of the GiveGreen platform.
Develop fundraising goals and work closely with the fundraising team to innovate and grow the fundraising programs and donor support of GiveGreen candidates.
Ensure GiveGreen’s commitment to racial justice and equity is effectively communicated to all audiences.
Convene and lead regular meetings with the Advisory Committee and regularly share progress updates on the execution of goals.
Prioritize donor satisfaction with the platform and oversee the team that manages the day to day functioning of the website.
Supervise the team that executes direct marketing efforts to broaden the platform’s reach and donor engagement including email, mail, digital ads, and other strategies.
Ensure the GiveGreen brand and overall marketing and communications strategy is used consistently, and direct marketing efforts reflect a commitment to advancing climate policy, dismantling racism, and strengthening democracy.
Working closely with the political team to evaluate and identify priority candidates, ensure candidates are evaluated through a racial justice and equity lens that aligns with the Advisory Committee’s climate and environmental policy advancement goals.
Work closely with legal counsel and compliance staff to make sure all fundraising activities and communications meet compliance requirements.
Oversee program expense budget, negotiate contracts, and hold vendors accountable to deliverables.
Provide leadership, regular feedback and coaching to the GiveGreen program staff.
Foster a high-functioning and aligned team grounded in anti-racist team commitments and values.
Travel up to 15% for GiveGreen events, staff retreats, meetings, conferences and professional development opportunities, as needed, including 5-10 multi-day trips per year to Washington, DC for event preparation and meetings with staff or stakeholders.
Qualifications:
Work Experience: Required – At least 10 years of strategic program planning and implementation, project management, or fundraising experience, including demonstrated ability to work with a governing committee, coalition or other key stakeholders and implement metric-driven campaigns; at least two cycles of electoral fundraising experience. Significant demonstrated supervisory experience successfully managing high performing teams. Must have demonstrated experience prioritizing projects, resolving issues, and accomplishing goals. Preferred – Experience with online fundraising and direct marketing, and FEC compliance. Experience in web development, data management, and analytics.
Skills : Proven leadership skills and the ability to work in a dynamic, high-pressure and often fast paced environment – balancing input while reacting quickly and efficiently and prioritizing projects. Ability to develop and lead teams to implement plans, must have ability to delegate and manage people and communicate effectively. Ability to lead on issues of racial justice and equity. Must be well-organized and attentive to details. Strong writing, communication, and listening skills. Superior interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with different personalities. Flexible and adaptable style; a leader who can positively impact both strategic and tactical fundraising initiatives.
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. Must have an interest in political fundraising and shares our 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.
Working Conditions : This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. The person in this position frequently communicates with partners/elected representatives/major donors and must be able to exchange accurate information. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org wit h “VP, GiveGreen” in the subject line by August 16, 2023 . No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org .
Aug 02, 2023
Full time
Title: Vice President, GiveGreen Department: Development Status: Exempt Reports to: Senior Vice President of Development Positions Reporting to this Position: GiveGreen Program Director, GiveGreen Events Coordinator, Give Green Manager of Marketing Location: Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely or from an LCV office) Travel Requirements: Up to 15% 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.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
GiveGreen is a project of LCV Victory Fund and NRDC Action Votes. GiveGreen offers political donors a powerful, easy, and strategic way to support environmental candidates and accelerate action on climate change. The program has raised over $100 million since its inception, including over $44 million raised in the 2020 election cycle.
LCV is hiring a Vice President, GiveGreen who will lead the GiveGreen program to achieve its goals of elevating climate champions to elected office through direct fundraising support and building power to ensure federal and state policy action on climate and environmental justice. The Vice President, GiveGreen will work closely with the staff from the two partner organizations and the GiveGreen Advisory Committee to develop strategic goals and objectives for the program. This position is responsible for the implementation and day-to-day management of all aspects of the program and leading its team of staff and vendors.
Responsibilities:
Working closely with the GiveGreen program team, develop and oversee overall GiveGreen cycle goals: political, fundraising and web and infrastructure.
Drive vision and strategy to strengthen GiveGreen platform including user experience, data integration and ongoing development.
Support current GiveGreen partners and build and cultivate new partnerships in the environmental and funder communities to expand use and engagement of the GiveGreen platform.
Develop fundraising goals and work closely with the fundraising team to innovate and grow the fundraising programs and donor support of GiveGreen candidates.
Ensure GiveGreen’s commitment to racial justice and equity is effectively communicated to all audiences.
Convene and lead regular meetings with the Advisory Committee and regularly share progress updates on the execution of goals.
Prioritize donor satisfaction with the platform and oversee the team that manages the day to day functioning of the website.
Supervise the team that executes direct marketing efforts to broaden the platform’s reach and donor engagement including email, mail, digital ads, and other strategies.
Ensure the GiveGreen brand and overall marketing and communications strategy is used consistently, and direct marketing efforts reflect a commitment to advancing climate policy, dismantling racism, and strengthening democracy.
Working closely with the political team to evaluate and identify priority candidates, ensure candidates are evaluated through a racial justice and equity lens that aligns with the Advisory Committee’s climate and environmental policy advancement goals.
Work closely with legal counsel and compliance staff to make sure all fundraising activities and communications meet compliance requirements.
Oversee program expense budget, negotiate contracts, and hold vendors accountable to deliverables.
Provide leadership, regular feedback and coaching to the GiveGreen program staff.
Foster a high-functioning and aligned team grounded in anti-racist team commitments and values.
Travel up to 15% for GiveGreen events, staff retreats, meetings, conferences and professional development opportunities, as needed, including 5-10 multi-day trips per year to Washington, DC for event preparation and meetings with staff or stakeholders.
Qualifications:
Work Experience: Required – At least 10 years of strategic program planning and implementation, project management, or fundraising experience, including demonstrated ability to work with a governing committee, coalition or other key stakeholders and implement metric-driven campaigns; at least two cycles of electoral fundraising experience. Significant demonstrated supervisory experience successfully managing high performing teams. Must have demonstrated experience prioritizing projects, resolving issues, and accomplishing goals. Preferred – Experience with online fundraising and direct marketing, and FEC compliance. Experience in web development, data management, and analytics.
Skills : Proven leadership skills and the ability to work in a dynamic, high-pressure and often fast paced environment – balancing input while reacting quickly and efficiently and prioritizing projects. Ability to develop and lead teams to implement plans, must have ability to delegate and manage people and communicate effectively. Ability to lead on issues of racial justice and equity. Must be well-organized and attentive to details. Strong writing, communication, and listening skills. Superior interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with different personalities. Flexible and adaptable style; a leader who can positively impact both strategic and tactical fundraising initiatives.
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. Must have an interest in political fundraising and shares our 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.
Working Conditions : This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. The person in this position frequently communicates with partners/elected representatives/major donors and must be able to exchange accurate information. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org wit h “VP, GiveGreen” in the subject line by August 16, 2023 . No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org .
We are looking for a mental health professional focused on the holistic approach and development of our WSU student-athletes.
This position will oversee the Athletics Mental Health Services department while leading and creating program development within the overall student-athlete wellness model. You will provide student-athletes with psychological counseling, development of mental strategies to overcome setbacks, and facilitate performance-related programming in both the individual and team setting. Provision of general mental health counseling, including assessment of the unique mental health needs of student-athletes and development of appropriate interventions, group therapy, as well as crisis evaluation and mediations are components of this position. Your ability to create relationships, collaborate with all available resources and staff, provide education and training and previous experience within an athletics setting makes you appealing in our eyes.
The selected candidate will serve as a liaison between our campus Counseling and Prevention Services and have an opportunity to provide clinical supervision to trainees. Please consider joining a team of dedicated individuals developing leaders of character, competence and consequence for athletics and life!
Summary of Responsibilities
Provides leadership and strategic direction in the administration, planning, implementation and evaluation of counseling services, which includes individual and group counseling, outreach programming, training, and consultation, including crisis intervention and assessment.
Essential Functions
Provides administrative supervision to staff and clinical supervision to senior staff, interns and/or students.
Provides leadership in the development of programs and activities. Oversees the coordination of services with departments and units and in the community. Oversees budget and financial aspects of the clinic.
Provides psychological services, including but not limited to, individual, couples, and group therapy; crisis intervention services; and psychological assessments and evaluations. Documents clinical services provided.
Provides consultation and liaison services for departments and/or organizations. Provides outreach programming and trainings.
May serve on University risk assessment team.
Requirements
Doctorate degree in counseling or clinical psychology by hire date
Six (6) years of experience in college counseling or related field, with two (2) years of experience in a leadership role
Knowledge of sports psychology
Familiar with treatment of high level and/or performance anxiety
Ability to support the holistic development of WSU student-athletes
Licensed in the mental health field in the state of Kansas or eligible and actively pursuing licensure within 30 days of hire date
Aug 02, 2023
Full time
We are looking for a mental health professional focused on the holistic approach and development of our WSU student-athletes.
This position will oversee the Athletics Mental Health Services department while leading and creating program development within the overall student-athlete wellness model. You will provide student-athletes with psychological counseling, development of mental strategies to overcome setbacks, and facilitate performance-related programming in both the individual and team setting. Provision of general mental health counseling, including assessment of the unique mental health needs of student-athletes and development of appropriate interventions, group therapy, as well as crisis evaluation and mediations are components of this position. Your ability to create relationships, collaborate with all available resources and staff, provide education and training and previous experience within an athletics setting makes you appealing in our eyes.
The selected candidate will serve as a liaison between our campus Counseling and Prevention Services and have an opportunity to provide clinical supervision to trainees. Please consider joining a team of dedicated individuals developing leaders of character, competence and consequence for athletics and life!
Summary of Responsibilities
Provides leadership and strategic direction in the administration, planning, implementation and evaluation of counseling services, which includes individual and group counseling, outreach programming, training, and consultation, including crisis intervention and assessment.
Essential Functions
Provides administrative supervision to staff and clinical supervision to senior staff, interns and/or students.
Provides leadership in the development of programs and activities. Oversees the coordination of services with departments and units and in the community. Oversees budget and financial aspects of the clinic.
Provides psychological services, including but not limited to, individual, couples, and group therapy; crisis intervention services; and psychological assessments and evaluations. Documents clinical services provided.
Provides consultation and liaison services for departments and/or organizations. Provides outreach programming and trainings.
May serve on University risk assessment team.
Requirements
Doctorate degree in counseling or clinical psychology by hire date
Six (6) years of experience in college counseling or related field, with two (2) years of experience in a leadership role
Knowledge of sports psychology
Familiar with treatment of high level and/or performance anxiety
Ability to support the holistic development of WSU student-athletes
Licensed in the mental health field in the state of Kansas or eligible and actively pursuing licensure within 30 days of hire date
As the General Counsel, you play an integral role in furthering The Humane League’s mission to end the abuse of animals raised for food. You will ensure that the organization operates within the law, offer counsel on legal issues, be an effective guardian of the organization, and facilitate programmatic and operational strategies ensuring legal compliance and limiting risk exposure.
We want you because you’re familiar with the accountabilities of a legal team in the non-profit and mission-focused space. You comprehend that there is more to lawyering than identifying risk, and you think creatively to generate solutions that allow for various levels of risk mitigation or exposure. You are comfortable exercising and utilizing strategic judgment to help navigate tricky situations. You believe that win-win solutions exist and have to be prioritized, particularly when it comes to employee relations issues.
This is a full-time, remote position, reporting to the Chief Operating Officer. This position requires domestic travel, equivalent to approximately 2–3 trips per year.
We are only able to consider applicants who reside in the United States and possess United States work authorization.
We will be holding a live a webinar hosted by Andrea Coron (Chief Operating Officer), and Susan Slager (Assistant General Counsel) on Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at 8:00 pm EST. Please use this link to register. Details will be emailed to you and the webinar will be available to watch here after Friday, August 4, 2023.
Your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Set long-term strategic vision and priorities for the Legal team.
Nonprofit compliance, including corporate governance, finance and tax, charitable solicitation, commercial co-ventures, international grant-making, and lobbying.
Direct THL’s international legal portfolio, including international liability and international labor and employment.
Manage, develop, and mentor a small legal team. Provide vision and role clarity, guidance, coaching, training, and accountability. Manage the department’s budget and spending.
Support and advise the Board of Directors, including drafting and revising corporate policies, bylaws, minutes, agendas, and resolutions.
Advise the People team on federal, multi-state, and international employment law, including review and revision of employee handbook and policies, and employee training.
Advise management and staff on legal issues related to programmatic initiatives.
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of contracts for all aspects of the organization.
Data privacy and security issues, training, and compliance. Will be exposed to concepts of US data privacy and GDPR.
Support the development of training materials, guidance documents, and relevant staff and volunteer training.
Manage the organization’s insurance portfolio and intellectual property portfolio.
Establish and manage relationships with pro bono attorneys and outside counsel.
Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS
The ideal candidate will possess most, if not all the following qualities, skills, and characteristics:
Extensive broad-based legal experience, including 10 years of prior experience in a nonprofit, government agency, or private sector. In-house counsel experience would be helpful. JD degree and status as a member of good standing of the bar in any state or the District of Columbia.
Experience working with a global organization and familiarity with working cross-culturally and with those of diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Shares The Humane League’s dedication to increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the animal protection movement. Proven ability to operationalize equity and talk about identities such as race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, class, ability, or gender in plain, specific terms.
A desire to advise and support The Humane League’s contentious and relentless corporate campaign work. Willingness to assess and recommend an appropriate amount of risk in programmatic work in accordance with our goals and the urgency of our mission.
Interest in leading both litigation and administrative aspects of the legal function.
Able to critically evaluate a wide range of issues and provide sound legal advice. Able to develop familiarity with legal systems in and outside of the U.S. and to adapt policies and procedures in compliance with local law. Able to quickly take complex concepts and make difficult judgements in the best interests of the organization.
Able to convey information clearly, accurately, and appropriately to different audiences including staff, senior leadership, and the public across various cultural and linguistic backgrounds, through verbal, written and nonverbal modes to ensure the intended message is understood. Able to communicate legal findings and decisions briefly, simply, and persuasively.
Must be able to anticipate, diffuse and resolve disagreements, confrontations, tensions and complaints in a practical and constructive manner in order to achieve results.
Demonstrated ability to foster high performance, build solid teams, and develop and motivate staff with transparency and collaboration. Delegates skillfully. Inspires and motivates others to take action and meet goals, and holds the team accountable.
Effectively manages a high volume of work through various methods of organization, project and task management, and prioritization as needs evolve.
Ability to think strategically and anticipate potential problems, challenge conventional thinking. Ability to pivot when a course of action isn’t providing the intended results, flexible when it comes to reassessing own ideas and assumptions as new information comes to light and identify patterns to make meaning out of overarching trends. An ability to see information through the lens of the past, present, and future to address both short-term and long-term goals.
Jul 31, 2023
Full time
As the General Counsel, you play an integral role in furthering The Humane League’s mission to end the abuse of animals raised for food. You will ensure that the organization operates within the law, offer counsel on legal issues, be an effective guardian of the organization, and facilitate programmatic and operational strategies ensuring legal compliance and limiting risk exposure.
We want you because you’re familiar with the accountabilities of a legal team in the non-profit and mission-focused space. You comprehend that there is more to lawyering than identifying risk, and you think creatively to generate solutions that allow for various levels of risk mitigation or exposure. You are comfortable exercising and utilizing strategic judgment to help navigate tricky situations. You believe that win-win solutions exist and have to be prioritized, particularly when it comes to employee relations issues.
This is a full-time, remote position, reporting to the Chief Operating Officer. This position requires domestic travel, equivalent to approximately 2–3 trips per year.
We are only able to consider applicants who reside in the United States and possess United States work authorization.
We will be holding a live a webinar hosted by Andrea Coron (Chief Operating Officer), and Susan Slager (Assistant General Counsel) on Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at 8:00 pm EST. Please use this link to register. Details will be emailed to you and the webinar will be available to watch here after Friday, August 4, 2023.
Your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Set long-term strategic vision and priorities for the Legal team.
Nonprofit compliance, including corporate governance, finance and tax, charitable solicitation, commercial co-ventures, international grant-making, and lobbying.
Direct THL’s international legal portfolio, including international liability and international labor and employment.
Manage, develop, and mentor a small legal team. Provide vision and role clarity, guidance, coaching, training, and accountability. Manage the department’s budget and spending.
Support and advise the Board of Directors, including drafting and revising corporate policies, bylaws, minutes, agendas, and resolutions.
Advise the People team on federal, multi-state, and international employment law, including review and revision of employee handbook and policies, and employee training.
Advise management and staff on legal issues related to programmatic initiatives.
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of contracts for all aspects of the organization.
Data privacy and security issues, training, and compliance. Will be exposed to concepts of US data privacy and GDPR.
Support the development of training materials, guidance documents, and relevant staff and volunteer training.
Manage the organization’s insurance portfolio and intellectual property portfolio.
Establish and manage relationships with pro bono attorneys and outside counsel.
Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS
The ideal candidate will possess most, if not all the following qualities, skills, and characteristics:
Extensive broad-based legal experience, including 10 years of prior experience in a nonprofit, government agency, or private sector. In-house counsel experience would be helpful. JD degree and status as a member of good standing of the bar in any state or the District of Columbia.
Experience working with a global organization and familiarity with working cross-culturally and with those of diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Shares The Humane League’s dedication to increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the animal protection movement. Proven ability to operationalize equity and talk about identities such as race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, class, ability, or gender in plain, specific terms.
A desire to advise and support The Humane League’s contentious and relentless corporate campaign work. Willingness to assess and recommend an appropriate amount of risk in programmatic work in accordance with our goals and the urgency of our mission.
Interest in leading both litigation and administrative aspects of the legal function.
Able to critically evaluate a wide range of issues and provide sound legal advice. Able to develop familiarity with legal systems in and outside of the U.S. and to adapt policies and procedures in compliance with local law. Able to quickly take complex concepts and make difficult judgements in the best interests of the organization.
Able to convey information clearly, accurately, and appropriately to different audiences including staff, senior leadership, and the public across various cultural and linguistic backgrounds, through verbal, written and nonverbal modes to ensure the intended message is understood. Able to communicate legal findings and decisions briefly, simply, and persuasively.
Must be able to anticipate, diffuse and resolve disagreements, confrontations, tensions and complaints in a practical and constructive manner in order to achieve results.
Demonstrated ability to foster high performance, build solid teams, and develop and motivate staff with transparency and collaboration. Delegates skillfully. Inspires and motivates others to take action and meet goals, and holds the team accountable.
Effectively manages a high volume of work through various methods of organization, project and task management, and prioritization as needs evolve.
Ability to think strategically and anticipate potential problems, challenge conventional thinking. Ability to pivot when a course of action isn’t providing the intended results, flexible when it comes to reassessing own ideas and assumptions as new information comes to light and identify patterns to make meaning out of overarching trends. An ability to see information through the lens of the past, present, and future to address both short-term and long-term goals.
Reports to: General Counsel and Senior Vice President Staff reporting to this position: None Department: Administration Position classification: Exempt, full time; Nonunion - Level 1 Minimum compensation: $49,000 Work site: Hybrid (on-site two days per week, Washington, D.C., office)
Summary
American Progress has an opening for a Legal Assistant to join its Legal Team. The Legal Team manages legal matters for the Center for American Progress, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit research and educational think tank, as well as its affiliated 501(c)(4) organization, the Center for American Progress Action Fund, which are together known as American Progress. This role will be driven by American Progress’ mission to improve the lives of all Americans, through bold, progressive ideas, as well as strong leadership and concerted action, with the aim of not only changing the conversation, but changing the country.
The Center for American Progress is a progressive think tank that works on issues across the policy spectrum, placing particular emphasis on developing a long-term vision of a progressive America and finding innovative ways to communicate policy analyses, recommendations, and values. The Center for American Progress Action Fund is an independent, nonpartisan policy institute that advocates for bold, progressive ideas through public education as well as some lobbying and political activities. Both organizations engage in expansive programmatic activities aligned with their mission and values, including policy research, publications and other web content, public events, and partnerships with other organizations.
The Legal Assistant will be part of a dynamic team that supports work across American Progress’ five crosscutting policy priorities:
Building an economy for all
Restoring social trust in democracy
Advancing racial equity and justice
Tackling climate change and environmental injustice
Strengthening health
The legal issues facing American Progress are diverse and intricate. The Legal Team works closely with senior management, staff, and contractors in a fast-paced environment to design and implement institutional compliance procedures. The Legal Team also responds to any other daily legal needs of the organizations. Legal areas of focus include nonprofit tax law, ethics and lobbying rules, election law, contracting, corporate governance, media law, and employment law.
This role presents a great opportunity for individuals contemplating law school to participate in running an active nonprofit organization’s legal infrastructure and learn what it is like to work as in-house counsel. As a member of the Legal Team, the Legal Assistant will have a number of regular responsibilities and work on a variety of discrete projects, gaining broad exposure to compliance structures for an array of legal areas.
Responsibilities:
Assist in-house lawyers with ensuring organizational compliance with IRS and Federal Election Commission rules as well as lobbying disclosure requirements, congressional ethics rules, and other areas of the law.
Assist with legal filings and registrations.
Revise, update, and organize legal documents, policies, and guidance.
Contract management from drafting to execution.
Perform administrative duties for the General Counsel and provide general support to in-house lawyers.
Assist with training staff on legal compliance and resolving routine legal issues or questions.
Conduct legal research.
Assist with coordinating board of directors meetings and addressing other corporate governance issues.
Perform other legal and administrative duties as assigned.
Requirements and qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
One to two years of experience is a plus but not required.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
Proven ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work on diverse topics and balance multiple projects at once.
Positive attitude, a sense of humor, and a team-oriented ethic.
Commitment to American Progress’ mission and goals.
This position is not represented by a union and has a minimum salary of $49,000. American Progress offers full and competitive benefit packages. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
We will continue to monitor the current health emergency and adjust plans as needed in the future. Any changes to our current policy will be communicated at the time of hire. Updates will be posted on American Progress’ Jobs page
Jun 22, 2023
Full time
Reports to: General Counsel and Senior Vice President Staff reporting to this position: None Department: Administration Position classification: Exempt, full time; Nonunion - Level 1 Minimum compensation: $49,000 Work site: Hybrid (on-site two days per week, Washington, D.C., office)
Summary
American Progress has an opening for a Legal Assistant to join its Legal Team. The Legal Team manages legal matters for the Center for American Progress, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit research and educational think tank, as well as its affiliated 501(c)(4) organization, the Center for American Progress Action Fund, which are together known as American Progress. This role will be driven by American Progress’ mission to improve the lives of all Americans, through bold, progressive ideas, as well as strong leadership and concerted action, with the aim of not only changing the conversation, but changing the country.
The Center for American Progress is a progressive think tank that works on issues across the policy spectrum, placing particular emphasis on developing a long-term vision of a progressive America and finding innovative ways to communicate policy analyses, recommendations, and values. The Center for American Progress Action Fund is an independent, nonpartisan policy institute that advocates for bold, progressive ideas through public education as well as some lobbying and political activities. Both organizations engage in expansive programmatic activities aligned with their mission and values, including policy research, publications and other web content, public events, and partnerships with other organizations.
The Legal Assistant will be part of a dynamic team that supports work across American Progress’ five crosscutting policy priorities:
Building an economy for all
Restoring social trust in democracy
Advancing racial equity and justice
Tackling climate change and environmental injustice
Strengthening health
The legal issues facing American Progress are diverse and intricate. The Legal Team works closely with senior management, staff, and contractors in a fast-paced environment to design and implement institutional compliance procedures. The Legal Team also responds to any other daily legal needs of the organizations. Legal areas of focus include nonprofit tax law, ethics and lobbying rules, election law, contracting, corporate governance, media law, and employment law.
This role presents a great opportunity for individuals contemplating law school to participate in running an active nonprofit organization’s legal infrastructure and learn what it is like to work as in-house counsel. As a member of the Legal Team, the Legal Assistant will have a number of regular responsibilities and work on a variety of discrete projects, gaining broad exposure to compliance structures for an array of legal areas.
Responsibilities:
Assist in-house lawyers with ensuring organizational compliance with IRS and Federal Election Commission rules as well as lobbying disclosure requirements, congressional ethics rules, and other areas of the law.
Assist with legal filings and registrations.
Revise, update, and organize legal documents, policies, and guidance.
Contract management from drafting to execution.
Perform administrative duties for the General Counsel and provide general support to in-house lawyers.
Assist with training staff on legal compliance and resolving routine legal issues or questions.
Conduct legal research.
Assist with coordinating board of directors meetings and addressing other corporate governance issues.
Perform other legal and administrative duties as assigned.
Requirements and qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
One to two years of experience is a plus but not required.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
Proven ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work on diverse topics and balance multiple projects at once.
Positive attitude, a sense of humor, and a team-oriented ethic.
Commitment to American Progress’ mission and goals.
This position is not represented by a union and has a minimum salary of $49,000. American Progress offers full and competitive benefit packages. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
We will continue to monitor the current health emergency and adjust plans as needed in the future. Any changes to our current policy will be communicated at the time of hire. Updates will be posted on American Progress’ Jobs page