Announcement of opening for the position of EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Kansas National Education Association (KNEA) Position Location: Topeka, Kansas Candidate must live within 30 Miles of Headquarters
Kansas National Education Association seeks a communicative, highly motivational, collaborative, and influential leader for the position of Executive Director. The Executive Director will work in partnership with the Association's governance and staff to provide operational leadership for KNEA to fulfill its vision. The successful candidate for this position must possess the commitment, vision, integrity, skills, and experience to assist and guide KNEA in the pursuit of its mission. KNEA celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
History
Kansas NEA, founded in 1863, is a professional labor union with a mission to advocate for education professionals and unite our members, Kansans, and the nation to fulfill the promise of public education to prepare every student to succeed in a diverse and interdependent world. Our vision is a great public school for every student. Our public school members include PK-12 educators, higher education employees, education support professionals, aspiring educators, and retired educators and is affiliated with the National Education Association.
Position Overview
The Executive Director is the Association’s executive staff administrator and management agent who leads the staff, in coordination with the KNEA President, to ensure the implementation of the full scope of policies, procedures, and programs approved and adopted by the KNEA Board of Directors. In collaboration with the President and Officers, the Executive Director develops and manages an Operational Plan and an annual Operational Budget and is accountable to the Board for the long-term financial and fiscal health and sustainability of the Association.
Candidates should possess high emotional intelligence, excellent judgment, and creativity, with a proven record of strategic leadership, which includes formulating objectives and priorities and implementing the long-term interests of KNEA.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Institutional Leadership - lead with vision, adaptability, creativity, and integrity to execute the policies of the KNEA Board of Directors.
Corporate Management - advise and facilitate the development of the KNEA Operational Plan, Operational Budget, administer and monitor the budget, ensure the fiscal health of the Association, oversee compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, evaluate and manage risk, and ensure the proper management of all property owned and leased by the Association as KNEA pursues its mission and vision.
Public Education Advocacy – champion public education in Kansas, including building collaborative relationships between KNEA and external stakeholders to shape the highest professional standards for education policy.
Organizing – foster an organizing culture that grows the Association while advancing the interests of Kansas’s students and educators.
Staff Relations – as executive of staff, provide leadership for staff commitment to the Association’s mission, vision, and strategic plan; ensure compliance with KNEA’s policies; prioritize and assign staff resources to programs and projects as necessary; coordinate, direct, and evaluate the work of KNEA’s employees while fostering a collegial relationship; build effective relationships with management and the staff unions; and successfully support management and staff to ensure the highest quality work on behalf of KNEA’s members.
KNEA is at an exciting point in its history as it advances its brand as the leading organization and champion for public education in Kansas. With a broad mandate to lead in these pursuits, the Executive Director must face and embrace several interrelated challenges and opportunities.
Creating a culture of member engagement and organizing that mobilizes the membership to articulate, plan, and achieve local objectives and interests which demonstrates the relevance of union participation, as well as the benefit of unified membership at the local, state, and national levels.
Providing visionary leadership that demonstrates the relevance, power, and value of KNEA membership to address diverse member needs.
Maximizing the potential of its current staff through empowerment, investing in ongoing professional development, and continuing to create a workplace culture that values integrity, transparency, and collaboration throughout the organization.
Intentional branding, aimed at increasing the visibility of KNEA as the leading voice in education and its position as the foremost advocate for education in the state of Kansas.
Partnering with existing and new education, business, and other public sector partners in support of quality public education and an equitable opportunity for all students.
Promoting social and racial justice issues that impact students and educators and ensuring that all educators and students have the tools and supports in place to be successful.
Developing strategies and a targeted campaign to attract a new generation of talent to the education profession, while utilizing the skills and expertise of current talent.
Leveraging and prioritizing the diversity of a multicultural community and workforce.
Cultivating and reinforcing bi-partisan relationships to move pro-education legislation at the Statehouse.
ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES, EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
Member Focus
A leader who values public education and is focused on member needs. Someone who believes in member engagement, trust, and loyalty, and who is committed to fostering strong relationships among KNEA and its members. An experienced leader who has successfully demonstrated the ability to implement high quality programs and services that bring value to members. Demonstrated experience in using data to identify additional ways to offer value to members’ professional practice and careers. Ensures that KNEA stays vibrant and relevant as the education landscape and the demographics of the workforce continue to evolve. An influential leader who understands membership and is able to expand market share and effectively lead innovative strategies, programs, initiatives, and policies designed to attract and increase new membership. A leader who fosters open communication and listens for understanding. An established leader with the ability to drive member engagement and increase member retention.
Strategic Planning and Execution
Documented experience in leading organization-wide efforts in planning, implementation, process improvements, innovation, financial management, and building high-performance work teams. A record of executive leadership in strategic planning that required significant organizational change, including experience utilizing reliable methods to ensure accountability and timeliness in the execution of strategic goals and objectives. Strong ability to delegate but resists the urge to micromanage. Specific evidence that reveals past approaches to work that demonstrate personal expertise in assessing benefits and risks toward a goal of creating strategic advantage. An individual who possesses the ability to
manage multiple projects with clear priorities and articulate the connections between the big picture and specific action plans and timetables.
Leadership
A passionate public education advocate who understands the central role educators play in leading change in their
profession and conveys this role to others in an impactful way. A proven record of senior organizational leadership marked by a passion for education. A visionary leader who has confidently engaged others to identify and work toward common goals.
Must possess a growth mindset, a collaborative workstyle, and be able to communicate effectively with a broad range of internal and external partners. Must use sound judgment in all aspects of personal and professional life. Must have the confidence to lead courageously and possess resilience in a rapidly changing environment; a courageous leader who has shown organizational savvy and flexibility in confronting and adapting to challenging and changing political and organizational realities. Must be capable and willing to voice respectful and effective dissent when and where appropriate. A proven ability to grow a membership base. An empathetic leader who has a demonstrated, successful record of attracting and empowering a highly talented staff and is skilled at coaching and mentoring. Has success in building and maintaining effective coalition partnerships.
Interpersonal Effectiveness
An effective communicator who has excelled in building successful relationships. An established record of fostering teamwork and consensus, effectively managing conflict, provoking creative problem-solving and necessary risk-taking, as well as being inclusive of diverse individual and cultural perspectives. Has an ability to inspire trust and communicate sound reasoning in an authentic and persuasive manner. Must be a leader who is able to develop networks, leverage diversity, and build internal and external alliances across boundaries to support strategic relationships and achieve common goals.
Desired Experience
3+ years of senior management experience.
Experience in advocacy, belief in the central role of unions, and unwavering support for public education.
Must be a lifelong learner who supports structures for staff's ongoing professional learning.
EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college is required; a Master's degree is preferred.
TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE: $180,000 to $210,000 Commensurate with experience and qualifications.
TO APPLY:
To be considered for this position, please provide the following:
A current resume reflecting your qualifications for this position.
A letter of application that specifically addresses how your career accomplishments have prepared you to meet the challenges and opportunities presented in this position.
All materials must be sent electronically to NEA-KNEA Search Consultant : Unionsearch.org
Patricia Johnson, Business Manager : patjohnson@unionsearch.org
For confidential inquiries, questions, salary information, or to schedule a call, please
email Patricia Johnson.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 30, 2024, at 5:00 pm (EST.)
KNEA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER AND DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE BASED ON RACE, CREED, RELIGION, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY, GENETIC INFORMATION, MARITAL STATUS, or DISABILITY.
Apr 15, 2024
Full time
Announcement of opening for the position of EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Kansas National Education Association (KNEA) Position Location: Topeka, Kansas Candidate must live within 30 Miles of Headquarters
Kansas National Education Association seeks a communicative, highly motivational, collaborative, and influential leader for the position of Executive Director. The Executive Director will work in partnership with the Association's governance and staff to provide operational leadership for KNEA to fulfill its vision. The successful candidate for this position must possess the commitment, vision, integrity, skills, and experience to assist and guide KNEA in the pursuit of its mission. KNEA celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
History
Kansas NEA, founded in 1863, is a professional labor union with a mission to advocate for education professionals and unite our members, Kansans, and the nation to fulfill the promise of public education to prepare every student to succeed in a diverse and interdependent world. Our vision is a great public school for every student. Our public school members include PK-12 educators, higher education employees, education support professionals, aspiring educators, and retired educators and is affiliated with the National Education Association.
Position Overview
The Executive Director is the Association’s executive staff administrator and management agent who leads the staff, in coordination with the KNEA President, to ensure the implementation of the full scope of policies, procedures, and programs approved and adopted by the KNEA Board of Directors. In collaboration with the President and Officers, the Executive Director develops and manages an Operational Plan and an annual Operational Budget and is accountable to the Board for the long-term financial and fiscal health and sustainability of the Association.
Candidates should possess high emotional intelligence, excellent judgment, and creativity, with a proven record of strategic leadership, which includes formulating objectives and priorities and implementing the long-term interests of KNEA.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Institutional Leadership - lead with vision, adaptability, creativity, and integrity to execute the policies of the KNEA Board of Directors.
Corporate Management - advise and facilitate the development of the KNEA Operational Plan, Operational Budget, administer and monitor the budget, ensure the fiscal health of the Association, oversee compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, evaluate and manage risk, and ensure the proper management of all property owned and leased by the Association as KNEA pursues its mission and vision.
Public Education Advocacy – champion public education in Kansas, including building collaborative relationships between KNEA and external stakeholders to shape the highest professional standards for education policy.
Organizing – foster an organizing culture that grows the Association while advancing the interests of Kansas’s students and educators.
Staff Relations – as executive of staff, provide leadership for staff commitment to the Association’s mission, vision, and strategic plan; ensure compliance with KNEA’s policies; prioritize and assign staff resources to programs and projects as necessary; coordinate, direct, and evaluate the work of KNEA’s employees while fostering a collegial relationship; build effective relationships with management and the staff unions; and successfully support management and staff to ensure the highest quality work on behalf of KNEA’s members.
KNEA is at an exciting point in its history as it advances its brand as the leading organization and champion for public education in Kansas. With a broad mandate to lead in these pursuits, the Executive Director must face and embrace several interrelated challenges and opportunities.
Creating a culture of member engagement and organizing that mobilizes the membership to articulate, plan, and achieve local objectives and interests which demonstrates the relevance of union participation, as well as the benefit of unified membership at the local, state, and national levels.
Providing visionary leadership that demonstrates the relevance, power, and value of KNEA membership to address diverse member needs.
Maximizing the potential of its current staff through empowerment, investing in ongoing professional development, and continuing to create a workplace culture that values integrity, transparency, and collaboration throughout the organization.
Intentional branding, aimed at increasing the visibility of KNEA as the leading voice in education and its position as the foremost advocate for education in the state of Kansas.
Partnering with existing and new education, business, and other public sector partners in support of quality public education and an equitable opportunity for all students.
Promoting social and racial justice issues that impact students and educators and ensuring that all educators and students have the tools and supports in place to be successful.
Developing strategies and a targeted campaign to attract a new generation of talent to the education profession, while utilizing the skills and expertise of current talent.
Leveraging and prioritizing the diversity of a multicultural community and workforce.
Cultivating and reinforcing bi-partisan relationships to move pro-education legislation at the Statehouse.
ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES, EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
Member Focus
A leader who values public education and is focused on member needs. Someone who believes in member engagement, trust, and loyalty, and who is committed to fostering strong relationships among KNEA and its members. An experienced leader who has successfully demonstrated the ability to implement high quality programs and services that bring value to members. Demonstrated experience in using data to identify additional ways to offer value to members’ professional practice and careers. Ensures that KNEA stays vibrant and relevant as the education landscape and the demographics of the workforce continue to evolve. An influential leader who understands membership and is able to expand market share and effectively lead innovative strategies, programs, initiatives, and policies designed to attract and increase new membership. A leader who fosters open communication and listens for understanding. An established leader with the ability to drive member engagement and increase member retention.
Strategic Planning and Execution
Documented experience in leading organization-wide efforts in planning, implementation, process improvements, innovation, financial management, and building high-performance work teams. A record of executive leadership in strategic planning that required significant organizational change, including experience utilizing reliable methods to ensure accountability and timeliness in the execution of strategic goals and objectives. Strong ability to delegate but resists the urge to micromanage. Specific evidence that reveals past approaches to work that demonstrate personal expertise in assessing benefits and risks toward a goal of creating strategic advantage. An individual who possesses the ability to
manage multiple projects with clear priorities and articulate the connections between the big picture and specific action plans and timetables.
Leadership
A passionate public education advocate who understands the central role educators play in leading change in their
profession and conveys this role to others in an impactful way. A proven record of senior organizational leadership marked by a passion for education. A visionary leader who has confidently engaged others to identify and work toward common goals.
Must possess a growth mindset, a collaborative workstyle, and be able to communicate effectively with a broad range of internal and external partners. Must use sound judgment in all aspects of personal and professional life. Must have the confidence to lead courageously and possess resilience in a rapidly changing environment; a courageous leader who has shown organizational savvy and flexibility in confronting and adapting to challenging and changing political and organizational realities. Must be capable and willing to voice respectful and effective dissent when and where appropriate. A proven ability to grow a membership base. An empathetic leader who has a demonstrated, successful record of attracting and empowering a highly talented staff and is skilled at coaching and mentoring. Has success in building and maintaining effective coalition partnerships.
Interpersonal Effectiveness
An effective communicator who has excelled in building successful relationships. An established record of fostering teamwork and consensus, effectively managing conflict, provoking creative problem-solving and necessary risk-taking, as well as being inclusive of diverse individual and cultural perspectives. Has an ability to inspire trust and communicate sound reasoning in an authentic and persuasive manner. Must be a leader who is able to develop networks, leverage diversity, and build internal and external alliances across boundaries to support strategic relationships and achieve common goals.
Desired Experience
3+ years of senior management experience.
Experience in advocacy, belief in the central role of unions, and unwavering support for public education.
Must be a lifelong learner who supports structures for staff's ongoing professional learning.
EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college is required; a Master's degree is preferred.
TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE: $180,000 to $210,000 Commensurate with experience and qualifications.
TO APPLY:
To be considered for this position, please provide the following:
A current resume reflecting your qualifications for this position.
A letter of application that specifically addresses how your career accomplishments have prepared you to meet the challenges and opportunities presented in this position.
All materials must be sent electronically to NEA-KNEA Search Consultant : Unionsearch.org
Patricia Johnson, Business Manager : patjohnson@unionsearch.org
For confidential inquiries, questions, salary information, or to schedule a call, please
email Patricia Johnson.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 30, 2024, at 5:00 pm (EST.)
KNEA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER AND DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE BASED ON RACE, CREED, RELIGION, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY, GENETIC INFORMATION, MARITAL STATUS, or DISABILITY.
ABOUT THE POSITION
Our Director, Corporate and Foundation Partnerships will play an important role building external partnerships that position Making Waves to increase college and career opportunities and outcomes for underrepresented students in the Bay Area. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, you will be responsible for 1) leading the year-to-year strategy and execution of corporate partnerships, 2) managing a portfolio of institutional funders, 3) retaining, upgrading, and diversifying our base of corporate and foundation partners.
OUR COMMITMENT TO THE DIRECTOR, CORPORATE AND FOUNDATION PARTNERSHIPS
We are proud of the above market total rewards package to our employees in line with our guiding principles of centering transparency and equity, rewarding expertise and performance, and championing professional wellness. The Director, Corporate and Foundation Partnerships is a full-time, exempt role, and will be eligible to receive:
A competitive base salary range of $102,672-154,008 based on requisite work experience and performance during the interview process. We intend to hire a candidate who fully meets or exceeds the qualifications for this role, so we expect to offer a base salary in the top half of the salary band.
In line with our commitment to equity, fairness, and transparency, we do not negotiate salaries.
Signing bonus of 5% of base salary to be paid in two installments: 50% on the first eligible payroll and 50% within 6 months of the hire date.
51 total days off per fiscal year (a combination of company-paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time).
100% employer paid medical (Kaiser HMO Platinum), vision, and dental benefits for the full-time staff member and a spouse/domestic partner or dependent child(ren).
Occasional paid staff lunches and free access to Grubhub+, 3% retirement match, a $750 HSA account to help fund mental health benefits, FSA for medical and childcare expenses, and an annual professional development stipend.
A hybrid work environment where you will work from the office on five (5) common days and up to 3 additional days for Leadership Team meetings a month, with flexibility to work remotely otherwise. In-person meetings with donors will also be required as part of relationship building and donor cultivation and stewardship efforts. We provide a monthly wi-fi reimbursement and a home set-up stipend to set staff up to successfully work remotely.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Director, Corporate and Foundation Partnerships’ primary responsibilities include:
Corporate Partnerships Strategy and Execution
Craft and execute an overall annual and long-term vision for Corporate partnerships, including strategies and campaigns for retaining and upgrading current donors, securing new donor investments, and strengthening pathways for Making Waves Academy and college students to pursue postsecondary opportunities
Conduct regular analysis of quantitative and qualitative data to inform ongoing priorities and adjust course where needed in order to ultimately meet ambitious annual goals aligned with organization OKRs and strategic plan
Funder Cultivation and Stewardship
Source, cultivate, and steward a portfolio of high-capacity corporations and foundations by developing and executing tailored cultivation and engagement plans
Develop and maintain fluency in Making Waves Education Foundation and Making Waves Academy programs and operations
Strategically leverage the CEO, Chief Development Officer, board members, and other senior leaders to steward and engage donors, including preparing these individuals for successful funder interactions
Compose tailored grant narratives, pitches, and employee engagement opportunities for high-stakes corporate and foundation donors, including reports, proposals, and donor correspondence
Collaborate with Making Waves Academy team to cultivate/steward current and prospective corporate and foundation funders
Maintain up-to-date donor records for relationships to ensure accuracy of account information, interaction history, and proposal/report submissions
Assess Bay Area corporate and foundation philanthropy landscape through research and prospecting databases, identifying and qualifying new and lapsed funders for outreach and cultivation efforts
Contribute to important cross-functional projects
Serve as a member of the Leadership Team
Participate in organization-wide systems, processes, and rituals (e.g., annual and quarterly goal setting, employee engagement surveys, All Hands); commit to providing feedback to improve our work in the future.
Contribute to the development of a growing, fast-paced organization, including participation in events and programming as well as database and technology oversight and maintenance.
Prioritize professional growth by researching, scheduling, and participating in professional development opportunities in service of your professional growth and impact on the organization.
KEY EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
What you’ve accomplished (required):
5+ years of experience in nonprofit leadership or institutional fundraising with a proven record of achieving ambitious goals
Prior experience working in K-12 education, external partnerships, or strategy highly preferred
Knowledge of Salesforce CRM preferred but not required
Undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university
Skills you have developed and knowledge you have acquired:
A highly strategic professional with a history of setting a vision and defining strategies to achieve ambitious goals.
Innovative and creative thinker who consistently develops new and bold ideas. Ability to operate independently in ambiguity and thrive in an entrepreneurial environment.
Exceptional relationship-builder with experience building authentic relationships and partnerships with civic, nonprofit, political, and community leaders. Ability to understand the perspectives of others, engender trust, and draw on this to inspire others to collaborate and take action.
An adept operator who is capable of complex project management in a relationship funnel context and is highly effective at managing others to outcomes through solid and dotted lines
Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, that allows you to represent Making Waves to a broad scope of external constituents.
Ability to translate strategy into action and move multiple projects forward. Strong organizational skills with a track record of producing high-quality work and meeting deadlines.
Commitment to constant learning. Strives to continuously develop and improve performance by reflecting on lessons from successes and failures, demonstrating resilience after setbacks, and then acting on reflections to inform future performance.
How you work and what you value:
You relate with and align with our core values (drive impact, promote equity, build community, do hard things, learn and grow)
You have a deep and authentic commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and are eager to manage staff, serve on our leadership team, and lead our development function in ways that are fully centered on these values
You are excited to innovate, enjoy the iterative nature of that work, and are an entrepreneurial self-starter
You enjoy working on a team and will operate in ways that will build trust with teammates (integrity, reliability, empathy, etc.)
You enjoy fundraising, business development, and partnership creation. You are driven by results and will be satisfied in a role that fully spans high level strategy to tactical execution.
ABOUT MAKING WAVES EDUCATION FOUNDATION
Making Waves Education Foundation is an education nonprofit that students historically underserved and underrepresented to pursue college and career pathways that set them up for a thriving career, financial independence, and a choice-filled life.
We support Making Waves Academy (MWA), a 5-12 grade public charter school in Richmond, CA. After high school graduation, each of our students (we call them “Wave-Makers”) is invited to join our college success and early career program, where they can receive a need-based scholarship, one-to-one college coaching, and financial literacy training. Each year, we support over 1,200 5th – 12th graders and over 500 college students on their journeys to and through college. In 2020, Making Waves Foundation launched a new strategic plan to serve more students and families. We will do this by taking the best of what we’ve learned at Making Waves Academy about college access and the best of what we’ve learned at Making Waves Foundation about college success and work to increase the college attendance and graduation rate for low-income students across Contra Costa County and beyond.
RELEVANT POLICIES AT MAKING WAVES EDUCATION FOUNDATION
Making Waves Education Foundation strives to build a staff that reflects the cultural diversity of the communities that we partner with. Making Waves Education Foundation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We encourage BIPOC identifying individuals to apply.
This job description reflects Making Waves Education Foundation’s assignment of essential functions and qualifications of the role. Nothing in this herein restricts management's right to assign, reassign, or eliminate duties and responsibilities to this role at any time
Feb 22, 2024
Full time
ABOUT THE POSITION
Our Director, Corporate and Foundation Partnerships will play an important role building external partnerships that position Making Waves to increase college and career opportunities and outcomes for underrepresented students in the Bay Area. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, you will be responsible for 1) leading the year-to-year strategy and execution of corporate partnerships, 2) managing a portfolio of institutional funders, 3) retaining, upgrading, and diversifying our base of corporate and foundation partners.
OUR COMMITMENT TO THE DIRECTOR, CORPORATE AND FOUNDATION PARTNERSHIPS
We are proud of the above market total rewards package to our employees in line with our guiding principles of centering transparency and equity, rewarding expertise and performance, and championing professional wellness. The Director, Corporate and Foundation Partnerships is a full-time, exempt role, and will be eligible to receive:
A competitive base salary range of $102,672-154,008 based on requisite work experience and performance during the interview process. We intend to hire a candidate who fully meets or exceeds the qualifications for this role, so we expect to offer a base salary in the top half of the salary band.
In line with our commitment to equity, fairness, and transparency, we do not negotiate salaries.
Signing bonus of 5% of base salary to be paid in two installments: 50% on the first eligible payroll and 50% within 6 months of the hire date.
51 total days off per fiscal year (a combination of company-paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time).
100% employer paid medical (Kaiser HMO Platinum), vision, and dental benefits for the full-time staff member and a spouse/domestic partner or dependent child(ren).
Occasional paid staff lunches and free access to Grubhub+, 3% retirement match, a $750 HSA account to help fund mental health benefits, FSA for medical and childcare expenses, and an annual professional development stipend.
A hybrid work environment where you will work from the office on five (5) common days and up to 3 additional days for Leadership Team meetings a month, with flexibility to work remotely otherwise. In-person meetings with donors will also be required as part of relationship building and donor cultivation and stewardship efforts. We provide a monthly wi-fi reimbursement and a home set-up stipend to set staff up to successfully work remotely.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Director, Corporate and Foundation Partnerships’ primary responsibilities include:
Corporate Partnerships Strategy and Execution
Craft and execute an overall annual and long-term vision for Corporate partnerships, including strategies and campaigns for retaining and upgrading current donors, securing new donor investments, and strengthening pathways for Making Waves Academy and college students to pursue postsecondary opportunities
Conduct regular analysis of quantitative and qualitative data to inform ongoing priorities and adjust course where needed in order to ultimately meet ambitious annual goals aligned with organization OKRs and strategic plan
Funder Cultivation and Stewardship
Source, cultivate, and steward a portfolio of high-capacity corporations and foundations by developing and executing tailored cultivation and engagement plans
Develop and maintain fluency in Making Waves Education Foundation and Making Waves Academy programs and operations
Strategically leverage the CEO, Chief Development Officer, board members, and other senior leaders to steward and engage donors, including preparing these individuals for successful funder interactions
Compose tailored grant narratives, pitches, and employee engagement opportunities for high-stakes corporate and foundation donors, including reports, proposals, and donor correspondence
Collaborate with Making Waves Academy team to cultivate/steward current and prospective corporate and foundation funders
Maintain up-to-date donor records for relationships to ensure accuracy of account information, interaction history, and proposal/report submissions
Assess Bay Area corporate and foundation philanthropy landscape through research and prospecting databases, identifying and qualifying new and lapsed funders for outreach and cultivation efforts
Contribute to important cross-functional projects
Serve as a member of the Leadership Team
Participate in organization-wide systems, processes, and rituals (e.g., annual and quarterly goal setting, employee engagement surveys, All Hands); commit to providing feedback to improve our work in the future.
Contribute to the development of a growing, fast-paced organization, including participation in events and programming as well as database and technology oversight and maintenance.
Prioritize professional growth by researching, scheduling, and participating in professional development opportunities in service of your professional growth and impact on the organization.
KEY EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
What you’ve accomplished (required):
5+ years of experience in nonprofit leadership or institutional fundraising with a proven record of achieving ambitious goals
Prior experience working in K-12 education, external partnerships, or strategy highly preferred
Knowledge of Salesforce CRM preferred but not required
Undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university
Skills you have developed and knowledge you have acquired:
A highly strategic professional with a history of setting a vision and defining strategies to achieve ambitious goals.
Innovative and creative thinker who consistently develops new and bold ideas. Ability to operate independently in ambiguity and thrive in an entrepreneurial environment.
Exceptional relationship-builder with experience building authentic relationships and partnerships with civic, nonprofit, political, and community leaders. Ability to understand the perspectives of others, engender trust, and draw on this to inspire others to collaborate and take action.
An adept operator who is capable of complex project management in a relationship funnel context and is highly effective at managing others to outcomes through solid and dotted lines
Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, that allows you to represent Making Waves to a broad scope of external constituents.
Ability to translate strategy into action and move multiple projects forward. Strong organizational skills with a track record of producing high-quality work and meeting deadlines.
Commitment to constant learning. Strives to continuously develop and improve performance by reflecting on lessons from successes and failures, demonstrating resilience after setbacks, and then acting on reflections to inform future performance.
How you work and what you value:
You relate with and align with our core values (drive impact, promote equity, build community, do hard things, learn and grow)
You have a deep and authentic commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and are eager to manage staff, serve on our leadership team, and lead our development function in ways that are fully centered on these values
You are excited to innovate, enjoy the iterative nature of that work, and are an entrepreneurial self-starter
You enjoy working on a team and will operate in ways that will build trust with teammates (integrity, reliability, empathy, etc.)
You enjoy fundraising, business development, and partnership creation. You are driven by results and will be satisfied in a role that fully spans high level strategy to tactical execution.
ABOUT MAKING WAVES EDUCATION FOUNDATION
Making Waves Education Foundation is an education nonprofit that students historically underserved and underrepresented to pursue college and career pathways that set them up for a thriving career, financial independence, and a choice-filled life.
We support Making Waves Academy (MWA), a 5-12 grade public charter school in Richmond, CA. After high school graduation, each of our students (we call them “Wave-Makers”) is invited to join our college success and early career program, where they can receive a need-based scholarship, one-to-one college coaching, and financial literacy training. Each year, we support over 1,200 5th – 12th graders and over 500 college students on their journeys to and through college. In 2020, Making Waves Foundation launched a new strategic plan to serve more students and families. We will do this by taking the best of what we’ve learned at Making Waves Academy about college access and the best of what we’ve learned at Making Waves Foundation about college success and work to increase the college attendance and graduation rate for low-income students across Contra Costa County and beyond.
RELEVANT POLICIES AT MAKING WAVES EDUCATION FOUNDATION
Making Waves Education Foundation strives to build a staff that reflects the cultural diversity of the communities that we partner with. Making Waves Education Foundation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We encourage BIPOC identifying individuals to apply.
This job description reflects Making Waves Education Foundation’s assignment of essential functions and qualifications of the role. Nothing in this herein restricts management's right to assign, reassign, or eliminate duties and responsibilities to this role at any time
Our Mission
At New Leaders, we develop transformational, equity-minded school leaders and advance policies and practices that ensure high academic achievement for all children—especially students of color and students from communities with lower incomes.
Position Details
The Director, Engagement and Alumni Impact will be based out of a home office located anywhere within the contiguous United States (Pacific, Mountain, Central, and Eastern time zones) or United States territories that fall within the Atlantic time zone.
Position Overview
The Director, Engagement and Alumni Impact will deliver best-in-class in-person, hybrid, and virtual activations that directly engage a national network of educators to interact with the New Leaders brand, showcasing our reputation for equity and excellence, while leading with a collaborative approach that sets the standard for activations of significance and impact. The Director will analyze and track data to ensure alignment of content, optimize processes, understand patterns, and make better decisions for our alumni. The Director will understand promotional strategies to drive attendance across social and integrated media and form collaborative partnerships to seamlessly and cost-effectively integrate educators into the New Leaders Network. The Director will also be responsible for developing strong relationships and fostering collaboration with other New Leaders teams in the planning and execution of these events. The Director will ensure New Leaders delivers highly engaging, rich and rewarding experiences that amplify the mission, vision, and strategic priorities of the organization.
The Director reports to the Executive Director, Engagement and Alumni Impact.
Specific Responsibilities
Alumni Relations
Create ongoing and regular opportunities for community building and support between and among New Leaders and alumni, including the development of both formal and informal supports, to meet leaders where they are and are most likely to seek connection, resources, and development.
Represent the organization at various community and/or organizational meetings, committees, third-party events and conferences, and task forces to promote new and existing programs, policies, and impact data.
Facilitate ongoing professional learning and coaching sessions – including point-in-time learning, series-based workshops, seminars, leadership coaching, and lectures – designed to help educational leaders actively learn how to best address challenges and implement solutions and learn from leaders in the field.
Design and institute a process to match alumni with local mentors to provide support, networking, and guidance around career trajectories.
To increase brand awareness, create and execute the content strategy and vision for the alumni newsletter to improve overall customer perception and satisfaction with New Leaders.
Institute a cadence of regular communication to alumni to encourage participation in upcoming events, highlight opportunities, provide certifications updates and requirements, share new products and services, and celebrate successes within the Alumni community.
Manage content updates, communications and engagement across the alumni network hub, website pages, and social media pages, developing and/or culling those materials as needed.
To increase brand awareness, elevate stories of impact from the alumni audience, identifying specific alum, schools, and school systems that can serve as exemplars of our programming, and working alongside External Relations teammates to identify appropriate distribution channels for impact stories (external and internal conferences, webinars, blogs, case studies).
Design and launch a referral rewards program and alumni-only programmatic pricing to incentivize active ambassadors and direct consumers across the alumni community.
Support alumni career development and placement activities.
Community and Strategic Engagement
Conceptualize, strategize, develop and test new community activation activities, benefits, and partnerships to deliver against the organization’s impact, scale, and sustainability objectives.
Manage cross-functional projects to implement community engagement initiatives.
Assess the impact of community engagement activities on Relationship Quality scores and referral/buying behavior.
Establish and maintain strategic alliances with key partners identifying potential in-roads and connections in service of the organization’s growth, placement opportunities, impact data, and revenue possibilities.
Team Collaboration
Model and inspire excellence, results-orientation, and what it means to be a team player.
Participate in strategic planning sessions; contributing to product ideation and content development processes; informing market research initiatives; and sharing relevant industry data as required.
Collaborate with colleagues on the External Relations Team to support cohesion in the overall team strategy in service of the organization’s goals around scale, impact, and sustainability.
Create and manage systems and tools that facilitate the exchange of knowledge and information within and across teams.
Data
Use data from the alumni survey and other sources, knowledge of local contexts, and insight into New Leaders expertise and priorities to identify the highest value-add possibilities for local alumni events.
Track competitive data, research industry best practices and emerging opportunities, to identify new engagement strategies and maintain competitive insights.
Use/implement a data system to track alumni’s impact, retention, and location data, tracking information from alumni as needed.
Define and evolve 'best-measurement' community engagement KPIs and leverage data-driven insights based on community, client and industry quantitative analysis, behaviors and trends
Manage the set up and execution as well as adjustments of the Relationship Quality Scoring System in HubSpot.
Events
Manage the development of a resource bank associated with events; for example, library of best practices, list of content currently available for alumni programming, communication models, project plan templates, etc.
Curate innovative, thought-provoking content for events that educates, attracts new partners, and engages target audiences.
Develop and implement strategies to elevate the brand profile of New Leaders’ events with key thought leaders, existing customers, and potential customers.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills, Experiences, and Competencies
Belief that every student, in every circumstance, can achieve the highest levels of academic excellence, and passionate commitment to New Leaders’ mission and vision.
Bachelor’s degree required.
At least 7 years of professional experience required.
Equity-driven with demonstrated ability to work well with people from a wide diversity of demographic and cultural characteristics; must be capable of achieving results while maintaining an inclusive, collaborative leadership style.
3-5 years of experience leading professional development in an adult leadership setting preferred.
At least 3-5 years of experience in a school or educational setting preferred.
School leadership experience is a strong plus; principal experience preferred.
Proven record of success improving outcomes for all students by using multiple data sources to inform instructional decisions; and using a cycle of inquiry and action-research.
Proven record of success supporting adult learning around using multiple data sources to inform instructional decisions; using a cycle of inquiry and action-research; using data to set and monitor growth against individual and group goals; and leadership development.
Track record of distinguished success in educational and organizational leadership.
Experience teaching, coaching, and leading adults in a school-based setting.
Experience working successfully across geographies in a virtual space.
New Leaders Alumnus/Alumna preferred.
Exercise independent judgment and decision making on complex issues regarding job duties and related tasks.
Knowledge and experience with Common Core or similar college-and-career-readiness standards.
Demonstrated excellence in oral and written communication.
Demonstrated strong personal leadership capability, including facilitating adult leaders, interpersonal relations, relationship building and management, and coaching, including building trust among adults and giving candid feedback to adults including engaging in difficult conversations.
Strong project management and organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
Self-starter/self-manager with a learning orientation and ability to initiate work and meet deadlines with minimum supervision.
Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment; ability to remain flexible in a dynamic environment.
Strong leadership content knowledge such as personal leadership, instructional leadership, and school culture leadership.
Technology savvy for web-based instructional techniques and tools, computer proficiency, including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Zoom, and Internet tools.
Familiarity with WYSIWYG website update platforms and customer relationship management (CRM) platforms preferred.
Familiarity with and connections to current local, state, and national education reform practices is a strong plus.
Requirements
Must be able to travel up to 40% aligned to New Leaders’ Travel and In-Person Activities policy.
Flexibility to work evening and weekend hours, as needed.
The salary range for new hires in this position is $83,000 – $99,000. Salaries vary based on geographical location. After submitting an application, candidates who move forward in the hiring process are provided with the salary for their geographical location. Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible to participate in the New Leaders Health Benefits and Wellness Program, through which New Leaders offers two robust medical plan options, dental care, vision, and other benefits. New Leaders also offers a 401K plan for eligible employees and generous paid-time-off benefits. Employees may be eligible for merit awards, bonuses, and/or commissions depending on the role, organizational guidelines, and individual performance. New Leaders also has a 4 ½ day work week.
New Leaders requires each employee to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccination (i.e., at least two weeks have passed since the employee received the dose of a single-dose vaccine or the second dose of a two-dose vaccine with at least the minimum recommended interval between doses) or to obtain an approved exemption or reasonable accommodation through the Human Resources team within six weeks of their start date as a term and condition of employment.
New Leaders is an equal opportunity employer. New Leaders evaluates applicants for employment on the basis of qualifications, merit and work-related criteria and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, mental or physical disability, handicap, pregnancy, childbirth, medical condition, marital or familial status, family responsibilities, veteran status, personal appearance, political affiliation, matriculation, or any other characteristic protected by law in administration and operation of its Programs and activities, including admission or access thereto, or treatment or employment therein. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of such status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of such status.
Jan 26, 2024
Full time
Our Mission
At New Leaders, we develop transformational, equity-minded school leaders and advance policies and practices that ensure high academic achievement for all children—especially students of color and students from communities with lower incomes.
Position Details
The Director, Engagement and Alumni Impact will be based out of a home office located anywhere within the contiguous United States (Pacific, Mountain, Central, and Eastern time zones) or United States territories that fall within the Atlantic time zone.
Position Overview
The Director, Engagement and Alumni Impact will deliver best-in-class in-person, hybrid, and virtual activations that directly engage a national network of educators to interact with the New Leaders brand, showcasing our reputation for equity and excellence, while leading with a collaborative approach that sets the standard for activations of significance and impact. The Director will analyze and track data to ensure alignment of content, optimize processes, understand patterns, and make better decisions for our alumni. The Director will understand promotional strategies to drive attendance across social and integrated media and form collaborative partnerships to seamlessly and cost-effectively integrate educators into the New Leaders Network. The Director will also be responsible for developing strong relationships and fostering collaboration with other New Leaders teams in the planning and execution of these events. The Director will ensure New Leaders delivers highly engaging, rich and rewarding experiences that amplify the mission, vision, and strategic priorities of the organization.
The Director reports to the Executive Director, Engagement and Alumni Impact.
Specific Responsibilities
Alumni Relations
Create ongoing and regular opportunities for community building and support between and among New Leaders and alumni, including the development of both formal and informal supports, to meet leaders where they are and are most likely to seek connection, resources, and development.
Represent the organization at various community and/or organizational meetings, committees, third-party events and conferences, and task forces to promote new and existing programs, policies, and impact data.
Facilitate ongoing professional learning and coaching sessions – including point-in-time learning, series-based workshops, seminars, leadership coaching, and lectures – designed to help educational leaders actively learn how to best address challenges and implement solutions and learn from leaders in the field.
Design and institute a process to match alumni with local mentors to provide support, networking, and guidance around career trajectories.
To increase brand awareness, create and execute the content strategy and vision for the alumni newsletter to improve overall customer perception and satisfaction with New Leaders.
Institute a cadence of regular communication to alumni to encourage participation in upcoming events, highlight opportunities, provide certifications updates and requirements, share new products and services, and celebrate successes within the Alumni community.
Manage content updates, communications and engagement across the alumni network hub, website pages, and social media pages, developing and/or culling those materials as needed.
To increase brand awareness, elevate stories of impact from the alumni audience, identifying specific alum, schools, and school systems that can serve as exemplars of our programming, and working alongside External Relations teammates to identify appropriate distribution channels for impact stories (external and internal conferences, webinars, blogs, case studies).
Design and launch a referral rewards program and alumni-only programmatic pricing to incentivize active ambassadors and direct consumers across the alumni community.
Support alumni career development and placement activities.
Community and Strategic Engagement
Conceptualize, strategize, develop and test new community activation activities, benefits, and partnerships to deliver against the organization’s impact, scale, and sustainability objectives.
Manage cross-functional projects to implement community engagement initiatives.
Assess the impact of community engagement activities on Relationship Quality scores and referral/buying behavior.
Establish and maintain strategic alliances with key partners identifying potential in-roads and connections in service of the organization’s growth, placement opportunities, impact data, and revenue possibilities.
Team Collaboration
Model and inspire excellence, results-orientation, and what it means to be a team player.
Participate in strategic planning sessions; contributing to product ideation and content development processes; informing market research initiatives; and sharing relevant industry data as required.
Collaborate with colleagues on the External Relations Team to support cohesion in the overall team strategy in service of the organization’s goals around scale, impact, and sustainability.
Create and manage systems and tools that facilitate the exchange of knowledge and information within and across teams.
Data
Use data from the alumni survey and other sources, knowledge of local contexts, and insight into New Leaders expertise and priorities to identify the highest value-add possibilities for local alumni events.
Track competitive data, research industry best practices and emerging opportunities, to identify new engagement strategies and maintain competitive insights.
Use/implement a data system to track alumni’s impact, retention, and location data, tracking information from alumni as needed.
Define and evolve 'best-measurement' community engagement KPIs and leverage data-driven insights based on community, client and industry quantitative analysis, behaviors and trends
Manage the set up and execution as well as adjustments of the Relationship Quality Scoring System in HubSpot.
Events
Manage the development of a resource bank associated with events; for example, library of best practices, list of content currently available for alumni programming, communication models, project plan templates, etc.
Curate innovative, thought-provoking content for events that educates, attracts new partners, and engages target audiences.
Develop and implement strategies to elevate the brand profile of New Leaders’ events with key thought leaders, existing customers, and potential customers.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills, Experiences, and Competencies
Belief that every student, in every circumstance, can achieve the highest levels of academic excellence, and passionate commitment to New Leaders’ mission and vision.
Bachelor’s degree required.
At least 7 years of professional experience required.
Equity-driven with demonstrated ability to work well with people from a wide diversity of demographic and cultural characteristics; must be capable of achieving results while maintaining an inclusive, collaborative leadership style.
3-5 years of experience leading professional development in an adult leadership setting preferred.
At least 3-5 years of experience in a school or educational setting preferred.
School leadership experience is a strong plus; principal experience preferred.
Proven record of success improving outcomes for all students by using multiple data sources to inform instructional decisions; and using a cycle of inquiry and action-research.
Proven record of success supporting adult learning around using multiple data sources to inform instructional decisions; using a cycle of inquiry and action-research; using data to set and monitor growth against individual and group goals; and leadership development.
Track record of distinguished success in educational and organizational leadership.
Experience teaching, coaching, and leading adults in a school-based setting.
Experience working successfully across geographies in a virtual space.
New Leaders Alumnus/Alumna preferred.
Exercise independent judgment and decision making on complex issues regarding job duties and related tasks.
Knowledge and experience with Common Core or similar college-and-career-readiness standards.
Demonstrated excellence in oral and written communication.
Demonstrated strong personal leadership capability, including facilitating adult leaders, interpersonal relations, relationship building and management, and coaching, including building trust among adults and giving candid feedback to adults including engaging in difficult conversations.
Strong project management and organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
Self-starter/self-manager with a learning orientation and ability to initiate work and meet deadlines with minimum supervision.
Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment; ability to remain flexible in a dynamic environment.
Strong leadership content knowledge such as personal leadership, instructional leadership, and school culture leadership.
Technology savvy for web-based instructional techniques and tools, computer proficiency, including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Zoom, and Internet tools.
Familiarity with WYSIWYG website update platforms and customer relationship management (CRM) platforms preferred.
Familiarity with and connections to current local, state, and national education reform practices is a strong plus.
Requirements
Must be able to travel up to 40% aligned to New Leaders’ Travel and In-Person Activities policy.
Flexibility to work evening and weekend hours, as needed.
The salary range for new hires in this position is $83,000 – $99,000. Salaries vary based on geographical location. After submitting an application, candidates who move forward in the hiring process are provided with the salary for their geographical location. Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible to participate in the New Leaders Health Benefits and Wellness Program, through which New Leaders offers two robust medical plan options, dental care, vision, and other benefits. New Leaders also offers a 401K plan for eligible employees and generous paid-time-off benefits. Employees may be eligible for merit awards, bonuses, and/or commissions depending on the role, organizational guidelines, and individual performance. New Leaders also has a 4 ½ day work week.
New Leaders requires each employee to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccination (i.e., at least two weeks have passed since the employee received the dose of a single-dose vaccine or the second dose of a two-dose vaccine with at least the minimum recommended interval between doses) or to obtain an approved exemption or reasonable accommodation through the Human Resources team within six weeks of their start date as a term and condition of employment.
New Leaders is an equal opportunity employer. New Leaders evaluates applicants for employment on the basis of qualifications, merit and work-related criteria and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, mental or physical disability, handicap, pregnancy, childbirth, medical condition, marital or familial status, family responsibilities, veteran status, personal appearance, political affiliation, matriculation, or any other characteristic protected by law in administration and operation of its Programs and activities, including admission or access thereto, or treatment or employment therein. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of such status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of such status.
Job Summary
Hawkeye Community College’s Athletics program is looking for a Head Women’s Volleyball Coach to join their team.
Hawkeye Community College’s Volleyball program began in 2018 and has quickly become a nationally recognized program. The program has produced annual top 20 rankings in the NJCAA DII polls, with a height of #9 in the country. Competing within one of the most difficult conferences in the country, the program has consistently finished in the top of the ICCAC. With great student-athlete and program success, the athletic department is looking for the next head coach to take the program to even greater heights.
Our Head Volleyball Coach is responsible for the overall management and supervision of the volleyball program. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: recruitment, development, and retention of student-athletes; budget management; scheduling; fundraising; academic monitoring; and supervision and evaluation of student-athletes and assistant coaches. Additionally, our Head Volleyball Coach is responsible for cultivating highly competitive programs within the NJCAA, Iowa Community College Athletic Conference (ICCAC), and Hawkeye Community College policies, procedures, and expectations. Needs of the department vary, the percent of time devoted to each part of the job will be governed by seasonal and immediate needs of the department.
In 2015, Hawkeye Community College launched its first ever intercollegiate sport program and has since accumulated 17 athletic programs to include: sports shooting, men & women’s soccer, men and women’s cross country, men & women’s track and field, men & women’s golf, women's volleyball, esports, competitive dance, women’s softball, men & women’s bowling, and men and women’s wrestling (new in 2024). The Hawkeye RedTail Athletic Programs compete within the Iowa Community College Athletic Conference (ICCAC) and the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) as Division II when applicable. For additional information, please visit our website at: Hawkeye Community College RedTail Athletics
Essential Job Functions Important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Responsibilities include the recruitment, development, academic monitoring and retention of student athletes.
Budget management, fundraising.
Arranges all scheduling and travel related tasks.
Manages and directs practice schedules, team supervision during competition, as well as travel, tournaments and other program events.
Assist the Athletic Administration in marketing and promotion of the volleyball program.
Promote positive public relations for the volleyball program.
Monitor student-athletes’ academic progress toward graduation at the college and assist with placement at four-year institutions.
Oversight of the maintenance and inventory of equipment and supplies.
Participates in campus committees as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Unless otherwise approved under Hawkeye’s remote work policy, regular on campus and/or onsite attendance is considered an essential function of the position.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education/experience.
Experience coaching volleyball at the Collegiate level.
CPR/First Aid certification required or ability to obtain within the first 3 months of employment.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience providing leadership for both players and coaches.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience of general admissions processes and procedures practiced by post-secondary education institutions
Strong commitment to high ethical standards and integrity.
Must possess a current driver’s license valid in the State of Iowa and a driving record insurable by the College’s insurer. Must be able to obtain additional endorsements as needed.
Demonstrated ability to work flexible hours to include evening and weekend hours.
Demonstrated ability to work with a culturally diverse student population, faculty, staff, and the general public.
Ability to demonstrate strong interpersonal communication.
Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, Google applications, and video conferencing technology.
Demonstrated ability to execute organization and department policies and procedures.
Preferred Qualifications
Three years’ experience working with college age athletes.
Three years’ experience NJCAA and ICCAC policies.
Three years’ experience in recruiting collegiate athletes at the NJCAA level.
Working Conditions
Requires skills for succeeding in an outdoor and office environment, using technology. Requires good hand-eye coordination including visual acuity to use a keyboard and read technical information; arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp. Work is in a combination of indoor and outdoor environments. Outdoor environments may become susceptible to inclement weather conditions. During the course of the day, interact with students, faculty and staff in person, by telephone and computer.
Employment Status
Full time, exempt position with comprehensive benefits program including health, dental, vision, life, and LTD insurance, a Section 125 plan for medical and dependent care expenses; personal and sick leave; tuition reimbursement; and a choice of retirement programs—IPERS (defined benefit) or TIAA (defined contribution). Salary will be commensurate with the applicant’s education and experience. Anticipated hours will be flexible including evenings and weekends.
Salary will be commensurate with the candidate’s education and experience with a salary range starting at $37,500.
Application Procedure
Complete an online application at hawkeyecollege.edu/employment
Submit/upload a cover letter addressing the following:
Describe your experience recruiting student athletes.
Share how you measure both academic success and competitive success.
Describe your experience creating a positive student-athlete experience.
Submit/upload a resume.
Submit/upload 3 professional references with a minimum of 1 being from a current/past supervisor.
Priority screening is set to begin on Thursday, February 1, 2024. Completed applications, along with the required materials, received after the priority screening date will be considered at the discretion of the college.
Hawkeye Community College is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to equity and diversity in its educational services and employment practices: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/about/diversity-inclusion/equal-opportunity . The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex; race; age; color; creed; national origin; religion; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity; genetic information; or actual or potential parental, family, or marital status in its programs, activities, or employment practices. Veteran status is also included to the extent covered by law. Any person alleging a violation of equity regulations shall have the right to file a formal complaint. Inquiries concerning application of this statement should be addressed to: Equity Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator for employees, 319-296-4405; or Title IX Coordinator for students, 319-296-4448; Hawkeye Community College, 1501 East Orange Road, P.O. Box 8015, Waterloo, Iowa 50704-8015; or email equity-titleIX@hawkeyecollege.edu , or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Citigroup Center, 500 W. Madison, Suite 1475, Chicago, IL 60661, phone number 312-730-1560, fax 312-730-1576, email: OCR.Chicago@ed.gov .
If any applicant is in need of a reasonable accommodation in completing the application process, please notify a member of Human Resource Services.
Jan 17, 2024
Full time
Job Summary
Hawkeye Community College’s Athletics program is looking for a Head Women’s Volleyball Coach to join their team.
Hawkeye Community College’s Volleyball program began in 2018 and has quickly become a nationally recognized program. The program has produced annual top 20 rankings in the NJCAA DII polls, with a height of #9 in the country. Competing within one of the most difficult conferences in the country, the program has consistently finished in the top of the ICCAC. With great student-athlete and program success, the athletic department is looking for the next head coach to take the program to even greater heights.
Our Head Volleyball Coach is responsible for the overall management and supervision of the volleyball program. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: recruitment, development, and retention of student-athletes; budget management; scheduling; fundraising; academic monitoring; and supervision and evaluation of student-athletes and assistant coaches. Additionally, our Head Volleyball Coach is responsible for cultivating highly competitive programs within the NJCAA, Iowa Community College Athletic Conference (ICCAC), and Hawkeye Community College policies, procedures, and expectations. Needs of the department vary, the percent of time devoted to each part of the job will be governed by seasonal and immediate needs of the department.
In 2015, Hawkeye Community College launched its first ever intercollegiate sport program and has since accumulated 17 athletic programs to include: sports shooting, men & women’s soccer, men and women’s cross country, men & women’s track and field, men & women’s golf, women's volleyball, esports, competitive dance, women’s softball, men & women’s bowling, and men and women’s wrestling (new in 2024). The Hawkeye RedTail Athletic Programs compete within the Iowa Community College Athletic Conference (ICCAC) and the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) as Division II when applicable. For additional information, please visit our website at: Hawkeye Community College RedTail Athletics
Essential Job Functions Important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Responsibilities include the recruitment, development, academic monitoring and retention of student athletes.
Budget management, fundraising.
Arranges all scheduling and travel related tasks.
Manages and directs practice schedules, team supervision during competition, as well as travel, tournaments and other program events.
Assist the Athletic Administration in marketing and promotion of the volleyball program.
Promote positive public relations for the volleyball program.
Monitor student-athletes’ academic progress toward graduation at the college and assist with placement at four-year institutions.
Oversight of the maintenance and inventory of equipment and supplies.
Participates in campus committees as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Unless otherwise approved under Hawkeye’s remote work policy, regular on campus and/or onsite attendance is considered an essential function of the position.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education/experience.
Experience coaching volleyball at the Collegiate level.
CPR/First Aid certification required or ability to obtain within the first 3 months of employment.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience providing leadership for both players and coaches.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience of general admissions processes and procedures practiced by post-secondary education institutions
Strong commitment to high ethical standards and integrity.
Must possess a current driver’s license valid in the State of Iowa and a driving record insurable by the College’s insurer. Must be able to obtain additional endorsements as needed.
Demonstrated ability to work flexible hours to include evening and weekend hours.
Demonstrated ability to work with a culturally diverse student population, faculty, staff, and the general public.
Ability to demonstrate strong interpersonal communication.
Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, Google applications, and video conferencing technology.
Demonstrated ability to execute organization and department policies and procedures.
Preferred Qualifications
Three years’ experience working with college age athletes.
Three years’ experience NJCAA and ICCAC policies.
Three years’ experience in recruiting collegiate athletes at the NJCAA level.
Working Conditions
Requires skills for succeeding in an outdoor and office environment, using technology. Requires good hand-eye coordination including visual acuity to use a keyboard and read technical information; arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp. Work is in a combination of indoor and outdoor environments. Outdoor environments may become susceptible to inclement weather conditions. During the course of the day, interact with students, faculty and staff in person, by telephone and computer.
Employment Status
Full time, exempt position with comprehensive benefits program including health, dental, vision, life, and LTD insurance, a Section 125 plan for medical and dependent care expenses; personal and sick leave; tuition reimbursement; and a choice of retirement programs—IPERS (defined benefit) or TIAA (defined contribution). Salary will be commensurate with the applicant’s education and experience. Anticipated hours will be flexible including evenings and weekends.
Salary will be commensurate with the candidate’s education and experience with a salary range starting at $37,500.
Application Procedure
Complete an online application at hawkeyecollege.edu/employment
Submit/upload a cover letter addressing the following:
Describe your experience recruiting student athletes.
Share how you measure both academic success and competitive success.
Describe your experience creating a positive student-athlete experience.
Submit/upload a resume.
Submit/upload 3 professional references with a minimum of 1 being from a current/past supervisor.
Priority screening is set to begin on Thursday, February 1, 2024. Completed applications, along with the required materials, received after the priority screening date will be considered at the discretion of the college.
Hawkeye Community College is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to equity and diversity in its educational services and employment practices: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/about/diversity-inclusion/equal-opportunity . The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex; race; age; color; creed; national origin; religion; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity; genetic information; or actual or potential parental, family, or marital status in its programs, activities, or employment practices. Veteran status is also included to the extent covered by law. Any person alleging a violation of equity regulations shall have the right to file a formal complaint. Inquiries concerning application of this statement should be addressed to: Equity Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator for employees, 319-296-4405; or Title IX Coordinator for students, 319-296-4448; Hawkeye Community College, 1501 East Orange Road, P.O. Box 8015, Waterloo, Iowa 50704-8015; or email equity-titleIX@hawkeyecollege.edu , or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Citigroup Center, 500 W. Madison, Suite 1475, Chicago, IL 60661, phone number 312-730-1560, fax 312-730-1576, email: OCR.Chicago@ed.gov .
If any applicant is in need of a reasonable accommodation in completing the application process, please notify a member of Human Resource Services.
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
The National Curriculum and Training Specialist provides leadership and vision in the ongoing planning, implementation, development, assessment, and evaluation of ANY’s curriculum and workshops. The Specialist ensures that ANY’s learning objectives are aligned to robust career development frameworks and to instructional practices that yield the highest standards of Fellow achievement and instructional excellence in workshops. The Specialist also leads ANY’s internal professional development for staff to provide best-in-class services to ANY Fellows. The position is currently hybrid, based out of New York, NY, Northern, NJ, or Chicago, IL, and may require in-person support at monthly Saturday workshops and in-person attendance at other work-related events/meetings, as needed. This position reports to the National Program Director, collaborating closely with the FirstGenU Director and COO.
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
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
Connections to a large, high-powered professional network
Key Responsibilities:
Design and coordinate all programmatic curriculum development and review, ensuring that review and revision of curriculum and all related materials occurs continuously
Create and revise curriculum for the virtual program, including adapting content, reflections, and activities to fit asynchronous modules, as well as instructing and providing feedback to instructional designer.
Ensure that ANY’s curriculum and instructional practices promote set learning objectives, meet Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion competencies
Prepare and lead workshop trainings/previews, prepare program staff for workshop facilitation; refine instructional approaches and workshop operational standards; update facilitation and engagement tools and resources in various formats (in-person and virtual)
Ensure that curriculum drives students to acquire targeted competencies and skills as evidenced by program evaluation and survey results
Develop, guide, and support curricular innovation, including the development of new curriculum assets, tools, and systems for new virtual program offerings
Maintain current knowledge of curricular trends and research, reporting findings and making recommendations to the COO as appropriate
Implement a professional development program to address employee experience and skills gaps
Work with the COO to develop systems to evaluate the skill, experience, and professional development needs of all staff to deliver a high-quality program
Contribute to the implementation of ANY’s professional development and Learning Management Systems
Support program pilots and evaluation
Encourage strong cross-team collaboration and knowledge-sharing
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required, MA preferred
Experience in online learning
Demonstrated success developing and evaluating program models, and successfully operationalizing innovative programs
Proficient in using technology as a management reporting tool and experience working with staff to develop and implement program monitoring systems
Excellent project management skills managing complex, multifaceted projects resulting in measurable successes and program growth
Experience working with a high-performance, collaborative, constructive peer group
Strength in developing and coaching individuals and teams, empowering them to elevate their levels of responsibility and performance
Experience in student support and developing strong mentoring relationships
Experience in curriculum development for college students and first-generation college students preferred
Experience managing internal learning and development initiatives
Expertise in facilitation, training, and evaluation
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with exceptional attention to detail
High level of drive and achievement
Integrity, credibility, and a commitment to and passion for ANY's mission
To Apply:
Please submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@americaneedsyou.org (subject line: National Curriculum and Training Specialist – Last_Name, First_Name). Please note that your application will not be considered without a cover letter. No phone calls please.
Salary for this position is in the low to mid $70k range, commensurate with experience.
Jan 04, 2024
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
The National Curriculum and Training Specialist provides leadership and vision in the ongoing planning, implementation, development, assessment, and evaluation of ANY’s curriculum and workshops. The Specialist ensures that ANY’s learning objectives are aligned to robust career development frameworks and to instructional practices that yield the highest standards of Fellow achievement and instructional excellence in workshops. The Specialist also leads ANY’s internal professional development for staff to provide best-in-class services to ANY Fellows. The position is currently hybrid, based out of New York, NY, Northern, NJ, or Chicago, IL, and may require in-person support at monthly Saturday workshops and in-person attendance at other work-related events/meetings, as needed. This position reports to the National Program Director, collaborating closely with the FirstGenU Director and COO.
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
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
Connections to a large, high-powered professional network
Key Responsibilities:
Design and coordinate all programmatic curriculum development and review, ensuring that review and revision of curriculum and all related materials occurs continuously
Create and revise curriculum for the virtual program, including adapting content, reflections, and activities to fit asynchronous modules, as well as instructing and providing feedback to instructional designer.
Ensure that ANY’s curriculum and instructional practices promote set learning objectives, meet Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion competencies
Prepare and lead workshop trainings/previews, prepare program staff for workshop facilitation; refine instructional approaches and workshop operational standards; update facilitation and engagement tools and resources in various formats (in-person and virtual)
Ensure that curriculum drives students to acquire targeted competencies and skills as evidenced by program evaluation and survey results
Develop, guide, and support curricular innovation, including the development of new curriculum assets, tools, and systems for new virtual program offerings
Maintain current knowledge of curricular trends and research, reporting findings and making recommendations to the COO as appropriate
Implement a professional development program to address employee experience and skills gaps
Work with the COO to develop systems to evaluate the skill, experience, and professional development needs of all staff to deliver a high-quality program
Contribute to the implementation of ANY’s professional development and Learning Management Systems
Support program pilots and evaluation
Encourage strong cross-team collaboration and knowledge-sharing
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required, MA preferred
Experience in online learning
Demonstrated success developing and evaluating program models, and successfully operationalizing innovative programs
Proficient in using technology as a management reporting tool and experience working with staff to develop and implement program monitoring systems
Excellent project management skills managing complex, multifaceted projects resulting in measurable successes and program growth
Experience working with a high-performance, collaborative, constructive peer group
Strength in developing and coaching individuals and teams, empowering them to elevate their levels of responsibility and performance
Experience in student support and developing strong mentoring relationships
Experience in curriculum development for college students and first-generation college students preferred
Experience managing internal learning and development initiatives
Expertise in facilitation, training, and evaluation
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with exceptional attention to detail
High level of drive and achievement
Integrity, credibility, and a commitment to and passion for ANY's mission
To Apply:
Please submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@americaneedsyou.org (subject line: National Curriculum and Training Specialist – Last_Name, First_Name). Please note that your application will not be considered without a cover letter. No phone calls please.
Salary for this position is in the low to mid $70k range, commensurate with experience.
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.
Director of Student Success, Future Forward CT
Location: Greater Hartford, Greater New Haven, and/or Greater Bridgeport, CT
Start Date: Winter 2024
Applications Due: The priority application deadline is January 16, 2024. After this date we do not guarantee review of submissions.
Overview
A college degree can be a game changer – it often leads to career advancement, economic opportunity, and upward mobility. But the high financial barriers and lack of flexibility within the existing system presents challenges to college access for many students. Enter Future Forward CT , an innovative new college support program designed for students who are looking for an accelerated, affordable, and achievable degree program. Future Forward CT is a community-based program that provides access to degree programs AND high touch coaching, career support, and wraparound services (such as technology, childcare, and guidance through the financial aid process) to ensure students have what they need to succeed and earn their degree. We aim to triple Connecticut's average college graduation rate, cut college debt in half, and provide direct and indirect supports to ensure our graduates get jobs that pay a living wage within the state.
Future Forward CT was incubated by the Trio New College Network , a group that launches local community based organizations to help nontraditional students navigate the higher education landscape toward a pathway that works for them. Trio is excited to launch this innovative new model starting in Hartford and Bridgeport CT to equip working adults with the skills and credentials needed to advance their careers and access high quality jobs leading to fulfilling, economically independent lives. This model has had early promising results, doubling graduation rates and eliminating the black-white college completion gap in Boston, San Francisco, and Philadelphia. We’re looking for founding team members who are committed to equity and breaking barriers to help our students achieve equitable college and career outcomes and are ready to roll up their sleeves and help us build this program in Connecticut – come join us!
About the Role
As the Director of Student Success with Future Forward CT, you will be part of a small, innovative, and entrepreneurial team focused on guiding students through a unique college process so that they can earn their degree and achieve their goals without significant financial burden. The primary functions of this role include coaching students through degree program projects and providing holistic support and access to community-based resources and support as needed. In this role you will work with a wide range of students providing them with a personalized, 1:1 support to complete their college degree as quickly and affordably as possible. As we build out our coaching staff, this role will also be responsible for coaching and leading our academic and career efforts to support our students in earning their degrees and advancing in their careers–work that will include managing a small team of coaches, spearheading our career services buildout, and collaborating with the Executive Director (ED) on big picture strategy for the organization.
Responsibilities
Coaching and Student Support:
Implement a targeted and effective coaching program to support students from enrollment to graduation
Coach a wide range of students providing them with the personalized 1:1 support through their degree program and other key milestones including project completion, financial aid renewal, and course planning
Build strong relationships with students in support of academic progress and goals
Provide academic support and feedback
Ensure students have the proper wrap-around supports to successfully complete their degree such as: access to technology, childcare, transportation
Provide extended coaching hours to students as needed during evenings and weekends
Maintain regular and ongoing communication with students via email, text, phone, events, and/or in-person meetings
Partner with and manage other coaches added as student volumes grow
Collaborate with the ED on the buildout of a career services program
Data Management:
Utilize and execute data-driven approach to provide meaningful advising, coaching, support, and intervention to individual and groups of students
Track and maintain student outreach and data in our database management system
Collaborate with the statewide ED to ensure all students make adequate daily and weekly progress towards degree completion by reviewing aggregate daily/weekly data
Review students’ financial aid status ahead of each new term and help students complete the FAFSA to finalize their financial aid as necessary
Analyze caseload data to identify trends and gaps to strengthen programming and support of students and inform our core practices
Administration and Operations:
Build out day-to-day operations for study spaces as organization grows
Manage student orientations and other key annual events
Support ad hoc projects and initiatives related to student success
Future Forward CT is an entrepreneurial start-up organization so there will be many opportunities to take on diverse responsibilities as needed
Desired Experience, Skills, and Mindsets
Unwavering commitment to the mission of Future Forward CT including a deep belief in the idea that all of our students have the right to an equitable college and career outcome
4-6+ years of experience with a focus on coaching, advising, or student success highly preferred
Ability and willingness to work some evenings and weekend hours to accommodate schedules of working adults
Demonstrated ability to help others understand, break down, and complete complex projects
Experience managing significant projects
Experience managing a caseload of students and/or other clients
Proven creativity, initiative, and energy to build new programs
Experience building and maintaining meaningful relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds
Excellent attention to detail and an ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
Reflective and responsive to feedback
Perseverant, solutions and goal-oriented; views challenges as problems to be solved
Compensation
This is a full-time position. The salary range is $80,000 - 90,000 per year based on qualifications and experience. Benefits include: generous paid time off, health, dental, vision, and 401(k).
How to Apply
Please submit your application here . Note: the priority application deadline is January 16, 2024. After this date we do not guarantee review of submissions.
Future Forward CT is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We value diversity and encourage candidates from historically underrepresented backgrounds to apply.
Dec 15, 2023
Full time
Director of Student Success, Future Forward CT
Location: Greater Hartford, Greater New Haven, and/or Greater Bridgeport, CT
Start Date: Winter 2024
Applications Due: The priority application deadline is January 16, 2024. After this date we do not guarantee review of submissions.
Overview
A college degree can be a game changer – it often leads to career advancement, economic opportunity, and upward mobility. But the high financial barriers and lack of flexibility within the existing system presents challenges to college access for many students. Enter Future Forward CT , an innovative new college support program designed for students who are looking for an accelerated, affordable, and achievable degree program. Future Forward CT is a community-based program that provides access to degree programs AND high touch coaching, career support, and wraparound services (such as technology, childcare, and guidance through the financial aid process) to ensure students have what they need to succeed and earn their degree. We aim to triple Connecticut's average college graduation rate, cut college debt in half, and provide direct and indirect supports to ensure our graduates get jobs that pay a living wage within the state.
Future Forward CT was incubated by the Trio New College Network , a group that launches local community based organizations to help nontraditional students navigate the higher education landscape toward a pathway that works for them. Trio is excited to launch this innovative new model starting in Hartford and Bridgeport CT to equip working adults with the skills and credentials needed to advance their careers and access high quality jobs leading to fulfilling, economically independent lives. This model has had early promising results, doubling graduation rates and eliminating the black-white college completion gap in Boston, San Francisco, and Philadelphia. We’re looking for founding team members who are committed to equity and breaking barriers to help our students achieve equitable college and career outcomes and are ready to roll up their sleeves and help us build this program in Connecticut – come join us!
About the Role
As the Director of Student Success with Future Forward CT, you will be part of a small, innovative, and entrepreneurial team focused on guiding students through a unique college process so that they can earn their degree and achieve their goals without significant financial burden. The primary functions of this role include coaching students through degree program projects and providing holistic support and access to community-based resources and support as needed. In this role you will work with a wide range of students providing them with a personalized, 1:1 support to complete their college degree as quickly and affordably as possible. As we build out our coaching staff, this role will also be responsible for coaching and leading our academic and career efforts to support our students in earning their degrees and advancing in their careers–work that will include managing a small team of coaches, spearheading our career services buildout, and collaborating with the Executive Director (ED) on big picture strategy for the organization.
Responsibilities
Coaching and Student Support:
Implement a targeted and effective coaching program to support students from enrollment to graduation
Coach a wide range of students providing them with the personalized 1:1 support through their degree program and other key milestones including project completion, financial aid renewal, and course planning
Build strong relationships with students in support of academic progress and goals
Provide academic support and feedback
Ensure students have the proper wrap-around supports to successfully complete their degree such as: access to technology, childcare, transportation
Provide extended coaching hours to students as needed during evenings and weekends
Maintain regular and ongoing communication with students via email, text, phone, events, and/or in-person meetings
Partner with and manage other coaches added as student volumes grow
Collaborate with the ED on the buildout of a career services program
Data Management:
Utilize and execute data-driven approach to provide meaningful advising, coaching, support, and intervention to individual and groups of students
Track and maintain student outreach and data in our database management system
Collaborate with the statewide ED to ensure all students make adequate daily and weekly progress towards degree completion by reviewing aggregate daily/weekly data
Review students’ financial aid status ahead of each new term and help students complete the FAFSA to finalize their financial aid as necessary
Analyze caseload data to identify trends and gaps to strengthen programming and support of students and inform our core practices
Administration and Operations:
Build out day-to-day operations for study spaces as organization grows
Manage student orientations and other key annual events
Support ad hoc projects and initiatives related to student success
Future Forward CT is an entrepreneurial start-up organization so there will be many opportunities to take on diverse responsibilities as needed
Desired Experience, Skills, and Mindsets
Unwavering commitment to the mission of Future Forward CT including a deep belief in the idea that all of our students have the right to an equitable college and career outcome
4-6+ years of experience with a focus on coaching, advising, or student success highly preferred
Ability and willingness to work some evenings and weekend hours to accommodate schedules of working adults
Demonstrated ability to help others understand, break down, and complete complex projects
Experience managing significant projects
Experience managing a caseload of students and/or other clients
Proven creativity, initiative, and energy to build new programs
Experience building and maintaining meaningful relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds
Excellent attention to detail and an ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
Reflective and responsive to feedback
Perseverant, solutions and goal-oriented; views challenges as problems to be solved
Compensation
This is a full-time position. The salary range is $80,000 - 90,000 per year based on qualifications and experience. Benefits include: generous paid time off, health, dental, vision, and 401(k).
How to Apply
Please submit your application here . Note: the priority application deadline is January 16, 2024. After this date we do not guarantee review of submissions.
Future Forward CT is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We value diversity and encourage candidates from historically underrepresented backgrounds to apply.
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 an ambitious and organized Career Success Coordinator to implement our Fellows Program in New York. As a Career Success Coordinator, you will provide career counseling and deliver a series of professional development workshops over the course of two years for a cohort of Fellows (ambitious, first-generation college students) and their Mentor Coaches (accomplished professionals). In addition to delivering workshops, you will be the primary point of contact for Fellows, including supporting them through personal, academic, and professional challenges, and securing internships.
The NY Career Success Coordinator reports directly to the NY Program Director. The position is based in New York City, NY and is currently hybrid, requiring in-person attendance at the office some days of the week, in-person attendance at monthly Saturday workshops, and in-person attendance at other work-related events/meetings, as needed.
Our Ideal Candidate:
Is committed to ANY’s mission of supporting ambitious, first-generation college students
Is excited about building their skills in facilitation, advising, career counseling and event planning
Is passionate about data and analytics to improve outcomes for first-generation college students
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 career counseling and professional development to Fellows to ensure they persist in college and attain an internship placement throughout the program
Ensure Fellows meet all programmatic requirements and expectations, and provide timely interventions and support plans
Assess Fellows’ skills and assist them in understanding various internship and career options
Prepare Fellows for successful internship applications and interviews
Provide Fellows with confidence building, coaching, and crisis management support
Support academic development for Fellows through study skills, effective use of campus resources, and transfer advisement (for community college students)
Facilitate workshops, manage logistics, moderate panels, and facilitate group discussions
Analyze Fellow outcomes by tracking data on internship rates, program standing, attendance, and program retention
S upport Volunteers and provide case management to Volunteer and Fellow pairs
Plan, prepare, and conduct recruitment sessions, and other events
Interview and evaluate Fellow and Mentor Coach applicants; track results and supporting robust external communications
Additional projects and duties as determined by local and national program teams
Qualifications:
Minimum 2 years of experience, preferably in career counseling or a related field
Bachelor’s Degree required – all majors and professionals backgrounds are welcome to apply
Ability to work in a fast paced, results-driven environment
Highly developed verbal and written communication skills
Strong listening and mediation skills, with a high level of empathy
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
Desire for continuous improvement and openness to feedback
Willingness to work approximately 12 Saturdays per year, plus occasional evenings
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: NY Career Success Coordinator - Last_Name, First_Name). Please note that your application will not be considered without a cover letter. No phone calls please.
Salary for this position is in the low-$50k range, commensurate with experience.
Sep 13, 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 an ambitious and organized Career Success Coordinator to implement our Fellows Program in New York. As a Career Success Coordinator, you will provide career counseling and deliver a series of professional development workshops over the course of two years for a cohort of Fellows (ambitious, first-generation college students) and their Mentor Coaches (accomplished professionals). In addition to delivering workshops, you will be the primary point of contact for Fellows, including supporting them through personal, academic, and professional challenges, and securing internships.
The NY Career Success Coordinator reports directly to the NY Program Director. The position is based in New York City, NY and is currently hybrid, requiring in-person attendance at the office some days of the week, in-person attendance at monthly Saturday workshops, and in-person attendance at other work-related events/meetings, as needed.
Our Ideal Candidate:
Is committed to ANY’s mission of supporting ambitious, first-generation college students
Is excited about building their skills in facilitation, advising, career counseling and event planning
Is passionate about data and analytics to improve outcomes for first-generation college students
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 career counseling and professional development to Fellows to ensure they persist in college and attain an internship placement throughout the program
Ensure Fellows meet all programmatic requirements and expectations, and provide timely interventions and support plans
Assess Fellows’ skills and assist them in understanding various internship and career options
Prepare Fellows for successful internship applications and interviews
Provide Fellows with confidence building, coaching, and crisis management support
Support academic development for Fellows through study skills, effective use of campus resources, and transfer advisement (for community college students)
Facilitate workshops, manage logistics, moderate panels, and facilitate group discussions
Analyze Fellow outcomes by tracking data on internship rates, program standing, attendance, and program retention
S upport Volunteers and provide case management to Volunteer and Fellow pairs
Plan, prepare, and conduct recruitment sessions, and other events
Interview and evaluate Fellow and Mentor Coach applicants; track results and supporting robust external communications
Additional projects and duties as determined by local and national program teams
Qualifications:
Minimum 2 years of experience, preferably in career counseling or a related field
Bachelor’s Degree required – all majors and professionals backgrounds are welcome to apply
Ability to work in a fast paced, results-driven environment
Highly developed verbal and written communication skills
Strong listening and mediation skills, with a high level of empathy
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
Desire for continuous improvement and openness to feedback
Willingness to work approximately 12 Saturdays per year, plus occasional evenings
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: NY Career Success Coordinator - Last_Name, First_Name). Please note that your application will not be considered without a cover letter. No phone calls please.
Salary for this position is in the low-$50k range, commensurate with experience.
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 Overview
The Illinois Executive Director (ED) is the face of ANY in the community and a champion for first-generation college students, who will lead and grow their team and market to achieve more impact. A passionate mobilizer and result-oriented changemaker, the ED leads our Illinois site and is responsible for its performance, growth, funding and success. Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer (COO), the ED will be tasked with setting and articulating a compelling site strategy; fundraising and external affairs; overseeing program delivery, partnerships, and people; and providing overall nonprofit leadership and management. The ED will also work closely with the CEO and Chief External Affairs Officer (CEAO) to lead local fundraising and external affairs.
This inspirational leader is passionate about ANY’s mission, is highly collaborative, has a hunger for developing strong partnerships and raising critical funds, has a track-record of achieving excellence, and demonstrates proven success in managing the day-to-day operations of a growing organization. The ED will have a growth-mindset and execute ANY’s current program, while also focusing on opportunities for growth.
The position is based in Chicago, Illinois and is currently hybrid, requiring in-person attendance at monthly Saturday workshops, and in-person attendance at other work-related events/meetings, as needed.
Responsibilities:
Leadership and Strategy : Deliver ANY’s vision and strategic plan in the local site, engaging with Leadership, the Board, staff, and as appropriate, external stakeholders to develop and evaluate local site strategy and ANY’s exciting growth plans.
Fundraising and External Affairs : Evaluate, develop, and execute the site’s fundraising strategy to identify and prioritize funding sources to meet funding targets and diversify revenue streams. Serve as the face and primary spokesperson of ANY locally.
Program Growth and Partnerships : Grow the site and build higher education and corporate partnerships for internships and volunteer and Fellow recruitment pipelines.
Site Management and Performance : Oversee delivery, quality control, and evaluation of programs. Prepare annual operating budgets, manage resources and site expenses within budget guidelines and the strategic roadmap. Day-to-day management of local team.
Board Management : Actively manage a local 10 to 16 person Advisory Board, recruiting and engaging a diverse group of board members.
What does success look like?
A financially healthy site that raises its budget each year and is well-known and regarded in the community
A program people love coming to and getting our incredible students through graduation and into jobs! (Goals: 90% college graduation, 90% internships and employment annually.)
Program growth to serve 200+ Fellow and Mentor Coach pairs annually
College partnerships and relationships that support enrollment of 1,000+ students into ANY’s national virtual program, FirstGenU
A highly engaged site team and Advisory Board with a healthy, feedback-rich, continuously-learning, mission-driven and collaborative culture
Skills and Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree required
5-10 years of professional experience, including proven experience leading and managing high performing teams and programs or projects
Experience leading successful fundraising campaigns or possess a curiosity to learn and do this well; possesses a baseline ability to negotiate with and influence others
Experience mobilizing and inspiring diverse stakeholders
Outstanding interpersonal skills, including public speaking, writing and editing; relationship management with demonstrated ability of building and sustaining community relationships/partnerships
Strong management and coaching skills with the ability to give effective and direct feedback and provide results-focused and motivational management
Experience and comfort managing and using data effectively
Embodies ANY’s Core Values and commitment to Diversity and Belonging
We invite candidates from both the for-profit and non-profit sectors; experience working in and with communities resembling those of ANY is helpful
As ANY workshops are held on Saturdays, this position will require flexibility and willingness to work nontraditional work hours
To Apply:
Please submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@americaneedsyou.org (subject line: Illinois Executive Director – Last_Name, First_Name). Please note that your application will not be considered without a cover letter. No phone calls please.
Salary for this position is in the range of $100,000 to $120,000, commensurate with experience.
Sep 13, 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 Overview
The Illinois Executive Director (ED) is the face of ANY in the community and a champion for first-generation college students, who will lead and grow their team and market to achieve more impact. A passionate mobilizer and result-oriented changemaker, the ED leads our Illinois site and is responsible for its performance, growth, funding and success. Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer (COO), the ED will be tasked with setting and articulating a compelling site strategy; fundraising and external affairs; overseeing program delivery, partnerships, and people; and providing overall nonprofit leadership and management. The ED will also work closely with the CEO and Chief External Affairs Officer (CEAO) to lead local fundraising and external affairs.
This inspirational leader is passionate about ANY’s mission, is highly collaborative, has a hunger for developing strong partnerships and raising critical funds, has a track-record of achieving excellence, and demonstrates proven success in managing the day-to-day operations of a growing organization. The ED will have a growth-mindset and execute ANY’s current program, while also focusing on opportunities for growth.
The position is based in Chicago, Illinois and is currently hybrid, requiring in-person attendance at monthly Saturday workshops, and in-person attendance at other work-related events/meetings, as needed.
Responsibilities:
Leadership and Strategy : Deliver ANY’s vision and strategic plan in the local site, engaging with Leadership, the Board, staff, and as appropriate, external stakeholders to develop and evaluate local site strategy and ANY’s exciting growth plans.
Fundraising and External Affairs : Evaluate, develop, and execute the site’s fundraising strategy to identify and prioritize funding sources to meet funding targets and diversify revenue streams. Serve as the face and primary spokesperson of ANY locally.
Program Growth and Partnerships : Grow the site and build higher education and corporate partnerships for internships and volunteer and Fellow recruitment pipelines.
Site Management and Performance : Oversee delivery, quality control, and evaluation of programs. Prepare annual operating budgets, manage resources and site expenses within budget guidelines and the strategic roadmap. Day-to-day management of local team.
Board Management : Actively manage a local 10 to 16 person Advisory Board, recruiting and engaging a diverse group of board members.
What does success look like?
A financially healthy site that raises its budget each year and is well-known and regarded in the community
A program people love coming to and getting our incredible students through graduation and into jobs! (Goals: 90% college graduation, 90% internships and employment annually.)
Program growth to serve 200+ Fellow and Mentor Coach pairs annually
College partnerships and relationships that support enrollment of 1,000+ students into ANY’s national virtual program, FirstGenU
A highly engaged site team and Advisory Board with a healthy, feedback-rich, continuously-learning, mission-driven and collaborative culture
Skills and Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree required
5-10 years of professional experience, including proven experience leading and managing high performing teams and programs or projects
Experience leading successful fundraising campaigns or possess a curiosity to learn and do this well; possesses a baseline ability to negotiate with and influence others
Experience mobilizing and inspiring diverse stakeholders
Outstanding interpersonal skills, including public speaking, writing and editing; relationship management with demonstrated ability of building and sustaining community relationships/partnerships
Strong management and coaching skills with the ability to give effective and direct feedback and provide results-focused and motivational management
Experience and comfort managing and using data effectively
Embodies ANY’s Core Values and commitment to Diversity and Belonging
We invite candidates from both the for-profit and non-profit sectors; experience working in and with communities resembling those of ANY is helpful
As ANY workshops are held on Saturdays, this position will require flexibility and willingness to work nontraditional work hours
To Apply:
Please submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@americaneedsyou.org (subject line: Illinois Executive Director – Last_Name, First_Name). Please note that your application will not be considered without a cover letter. No phone calls please.
Salary for this position is in the range of $100,000 to $120,000, commensurate with experience.
Who We Are and What We Believe:
Founded in 1997, Bottom Line is a nationally recognized nonprofit organization with a mission to partner with degree-aspiring students of color from under-resourced communities as they get into college, graduate, and go far in life. We achieve this mission by providing one-on-one guidance during the college application process through college graduation and the successful launch of their careers.
Our vision is to dramatically transform urban communities by producing thousands of new career-ready college graduates.
When you join Bottom Line, you will find a rewarding, fast-paced, results-oriented environment. We build strong relationships with our students and with each other. We take our work seriously, and we know that a focus on data and metrics is integral to our continued success. Experts in our fields, we are driven by our mission and extremely proud of the work we do.
What You Will Do:
This new role offers an exciting opportunity to support Bottom Line’s national team in achieving our goals on behalf of the students we serve. Reporting to the Chief Regional Officer, the Vice President of Regional Growth will be responsible for leading new site cultivation and selection in support of doubling the number of students served by Bottom Line to 20,000 by the year 2030. Bottom Line expects to open between five and eight new sites before the year 2030. This position will work in close partnership with key members of the National Team (including CEO, Chief of External Affairs, Managing Director of Development) to assess the potential of new markets and support the launch of expansion sites.
By working in multiple potential sites in a variety of stages, this person will work to quickly build champions of Bottom Line’s work in new markets and relationships with a diverse set of local stakeholders including community representatives, philanthropic leaders, corporate partners, non-profit colleagues, and educational constituents. The vice president of regional growth will quickly develop a deep understanding of the Bottom Line model and a broad understanding of evolving college-going landscape to advocate within each prospective site.
Strategic Planning and New Site Prospecting (20%)
Refine and execute strategic plan for Bottom Line’s geographic expansion to 5-8 new communities by 2030
Through research and dialogue with local stakeholders, develop/refine landscape analyses to determine if conditions for success exist in potential new sites
Use continuous data gathering and research to refine and codify Bottom Line’s site selection process
Develop a deep understanding of revenue potential in each site by conducting local funding landscape analysis
Develop and maintain current understanding of college completion gaps, programs and funders around the country to inform selection of new sites
Cultivate Champions for Prospective Sites (50%)
Lead the identification of key stakeholders in prospective sites (community representatives, philanthropic leaders, corporate partners, non-profit colleagues, and educational constituents)
Create and execute on a stakeholder engagement plan for each prospective new site leveraging existing relationships across current Bottom Line staff as well as members of the board of directors and other leadership committees
Build strong relationships with university partners to communicate Bottom Line model and establish foundation for ongoing collaboration
In collaboration with the External Affairs team, ensure consistent, One Bottom Line branding and messaging in each new region
Build relationships with high schools with high potential for participation and to support future recruitment efforts
Utilize relationships, research, and knowledge to build pipeline of start-up and long-term donors in prioritized sites
Develop fundraising strategic plan unique to each prospective site that considers how to best leverage members of the Bottom Line national team and other key supporters
In collaboration with CEO and national managing director of development, maintain a portfolio of donors who have identified interest in a particular site prospect or expressed interest in investing in Bottom Line’s expansion
Build a local community of champions who are prepared to play significant roles in Bottom Line’s new site as members of the Founding Committee and potential advisory board members
Through networking, identify potential candidates for the executive director role in each site
New Site Development (20%)
Serve on the hiring team for the executive director
Support executive director to design and implement a strategy to raise significant start-up funding that is in line with Bottom Line’s Development plan
Support executive director to establish regional Board of Directors, seeded by members of Founding Committee, develop a local fundraising plan, and finalize strategic partnerships
Execute transfer of local relationships to executive director and ensure smooth transition
Supervision & Coaching (10%)
Supervise the director of regional growth (new position in FY24) along with consultants who will guide various aspects of new site selection
Support executive directors in pre-launch year with translating strategy documents into realistic action plans
Support executive director in hiring first development team members
Collaborate with the new site supports team and managing director of network integration and new site supports to ensure strong transition of regions from pre-launch to launch
Work Schedule:
9:00 am to 5:00 pm with additional hours as needed
Expected Travel:
40% Travel
Who Should Apply:
If you meet the qualifications below, you should apply.
Work authorization
A minimum of 10-15 years of leadership and external affairs (or development) experience in nonprofit, government, or philanthropy, overseeing multiple projects ideally at an organization serving students from first-generation and low-income backgrounds
Experience in building relationships on a national scale in either external affairs or development
A passion for, and a demonstrated commitment to, Bottom Line’s Mission, Vision, Core Values, and commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Significant experience managing multiple stakeholders in creation and implementation of an ambitious strategy
Experience making and clearly communicating high-stakes decisions after gathering significant input
Demonstrated ability to analyze and compile complex data for planning, decision-making, and reporting purposes
Desire and enthusiasm to spend significant and sustained time traveling in service of these responsibilities
Excellent interpersonal skills
Preferred:
Experience working within a national, multi-site non-profit organization in a role that relied significantly on working across regions and departments to achieve successful outcomes
Previous experience supporting an organization to scale its operations to new regions
Experience directly supervising a team
How to Apply/Application Deadline:
All applications must be submitted via Bottom Line’s Career Page .
Priority will be given to applications received by May 10, 2023.
Start Date:
Preferred start date is July 10, 2023.
Compensation:
$148,900-$166,800, dependent on location
Benefits:
Learn about our benefits here .
Apr 26, 2023
Full time
Who We Are and What We Believe:
Founded in 1997, Bottom Line is a nationally recognized nonprofit organization with a mission to partner with degree-aspiring students of color from under-resourced communities as they get into college, graduate, and go far in life. We achieve this mission by providing one-on-one guidance during the college application process through college graduation and the successful launch of their careers.
Our vision is to dramatically transform urban communities by producing thousands of new career-ready college graduates.
When you join Bottom Line, you will find a rewarding, fast-paced, results-oriented environment. We build strong relationships with our students and with each other. We take our work seriously, and we know that a focus on data and metrics is integral to our continued success. Experts in our fields, we are driven by our mission and extremely proud of the work we do.
What You Will Do:
This new role offers an exciting opportunity to support Bottom Line’s national team in achieving our goals on behalf of the students we serve. Reporting to the Chief Regional Officer, the Vice President of Regional Growth will be responsible for leading new site cultivation and selection in support of doubling the number of students served by Bottom Line to 20,000 by the year 2030. Bottom Line expects to open between five and eight new sites before the year 2030. This position will work in close partnership with key members of the National Team (including CEO, Chief of External Affairs, Managing Director of Development) to assess the potential of new markets and support the launch of expansion sites.
By working in multiple potential sites in a variety of stages, this person will work to quickly build champions of Bottom Line’s work in new markets and relationships with a diverse set of local stakeholders including community representatives, philanthropic leaders, corporate partners, non-profit colleagues, and educational constituents. The vice president of regional growth will quickly develop a deep understanding of the Bottom Line model and a broad understanding of evolving college-going landscape to advocate within each prospective site.
Strategic Planning and New Site Prospecting (20%)
Refine and execute strategic plan for Bottom Line’s geographic expansion to 5-8 new communities by 2030
Through research and dialogue with local stakeholders, develop/refine landscape analyses to determine if conditions for success exist in potential new sites
Use continuous data gathering and research to refine and codify Bottom Line’s site selection process
Develop a deep understanding of revenue potential in each site by conducting local funding landscape analysis
Develop and maintain current understanding of college completion gaps, programs and funders around the country to inform selection of new sites
Cultivate Champions for Prospective Sites (50%)
Lead the identification of key stakeholders in prospective sites (community representatives, philanthropic leaders, corporate partners, non-profit colleagues, and educational constituents)
Create and execute on a stakeholder engagement plan for each prospective new site leveraging existing relationships across current Bottom Line staff as well as members of the board of directors and other leadership committees
Build strong relationships with university partners to communicate Bottom Line model and establish foundation for ongoing collaboration
In collaboration with the External Affairs team, ensure consistent, One Bottom Line branding and messaging in each new region
Build relationships with high schools with high potential for participation and to support future recruitment efforts
Utilize relationships, research, and knowledge to build pipeline of start-up and long-term donors in prioritized sites
Develop fundraising strategic plan unique to each prospective site that considers how to best leverage members of the Bottom Line national team and other key supporters
In collaboration with CEO and national managing director of development, maintain a portfolio of donors who have identified interest in a particular site prospect or expressed interest in investing in Bottom Line’s expansion
Build a local community of champions who are prepared to play significant roles in Bottom Line’s new site as members of the Founding Committee and potential advisory board members
Through networking, identify potential candidates for the executive director role in each site
New Site Development (20%)
Serve on the hiring team for the executive director
Support executive director to design and implement a strategy to raise significant start-up funding that is in line with Bottom Line’s Development plan
Support executive director to establish regional Board of Directors, seeded by members of Founding Committee, develop a local fundraising plan, and finalize strategic partnerships
Execute transfer of local relationships to executive director and ensure smooth transition
Supervision & Coaching (10%)
Supervise the director of regional growth (new position in FY24) along with consultants who will guide various aspects of new site selection
Support executive directors in pre-launch year with translating strategy documents into realistic action plans
Support executive director in hiring first development team members
Collaborate with the new site supports team and managing director of network integration and new site supports to ensure strong transition of regions from pre-launch to launch
Work Schedule:
9:00 am to 5:00 pm with additional hours as needed
Expected Travel:
40% Travel
Who Should Apply:
If you meet the qualifications below, you should apply.
Work authorization
A minimum of 10-15 years of leadership and external affairs (or development) experience in nonprofit, government, or philanthropy, overseeing multiple projects ideally at an organization serving students from first-generation and low-income backgrounds
Experience in building relationships on a national scale in either external affairs or development
A passion for, and a demonstrated commitment to, Bottom Line’s Mission, Vision, Core Values, and commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Significant experience managing multiple stakeholders in creation and implementation of an ambitious strategy
Experience making and clearly communicating high-stakes decisions after gathering significant input
Demonstrated ability to analyze and compile complex data for planning, decision-making, and reporting purposes
Desire and enthusiasm to spend significant and sustained time traveling in service of these responsibilities
Excellent interpersonal skills
Preferred:
Experience working within a national, multi-site non-profit organization in a role that relied significantly on working across regions and departments to achieve successful outcomes
Previous experience supporting an organization to scale its operations to new regions
Experience directly supervising a team
How to Apply/Application Deadline:
All applications must be submitted via Bottom Line’s Career Page .
Priority will be given to applications received by May 10, 2023.
Start Date:
Preferred start date is July 10, 2023.
Compensation:
$148,900-$166,800, dependent on location
Benefits:
Learn about our benefits here .
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About Us:
Frontier is a leading communications provider offering gigabit speeds to empower and connect millions of consumers and businesses in 25 states. It is building critical digital infrastructure across the country with its fiber-optic network and cloud-based solutions, enabling connections today and future proofing for tomorrow. Rallied around its purpose of Building Gigabit America™, the company is focused on supporting a digital society, closing the digital divide, and working toward a more sustainable environment. Frontier is preparing today for a better tomorrow. Visit www.frontier.com .
Job Description: Frontier’s leadership team will bring to life our Leadership Model focusing on Operations Proficiency, Safety, Employee Relations, Community Relations, Competition, and Customer Ownership. From fostering innovation and working cross-functionally to driving performance and delivering results through customer contact and community involvement the Frontier leadership model will allow us to exceed our market growth targets and delivery 100% employee and customer satisfaction.
This position will provide leadership and supervision to staff and a workforce of field technicians that safely install and maintain both residential and business lines, OSP cable facilities, multi-line CPE equipment, hi-cap access services, broadband services, central office/transmission equipment and digital loop carrier equipment, installation and construction of central office transmission equipment and outside plant line and cable facilities .
Position duties include meeting service activation and repair commitment dates, maintaining revenue and expense budget objectives and promotion of new and existing company products as well as supervision of company and contract resources to ensure that construction projects are completed in a timely manner and are in compliance with Frontier's construction, service, quality and safety standards. Ensures that maintenance of equipment and DEG components is completed throughout the year according to a set schedule to avoid service interruption to customers. Accountable for daily coordination with the Operations Center and Network Engineers, material disbursements, time sheet approval for contractors and company resources and other duties as assigned by the Director of Operations .
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
Operations Proficiency:
Has solid understanding of the business/department and is able to pull P&L/budget levers to ensure revenue goals and expense targets are met (i.e., able to manage departmental budget)
Able to articulate business/departmental KPI’s to work groups (i.e., can clearly set goals/objectives to positively impact the P&L/budget).
Holds team accountable to clearly achieving results through coaching and performance management.
Promotes new/existing products as required.
Ensures all customers’ requirements and needs are met.
Collaborate with Regional staff and provide feedback to improve on processes to be more responsive to customers
Working with dispatch, monitor workload and schedule manpower and resources needed to meet workload demands, customer needs and company objectives.
Responsible for determining and fulfilling the needs of the team for employee development and training.
Communicate with other departments, i.e. assignment, engineering and dispatch, in an effort to improve the coordination between these departments as well as the overall quality of service experience for our customers.
Quality Control, i.e. tool inspections, building and vehicle inspections, Quality assurance inspections etc.
Be cognizant of and support revenue budget.
Provide Capital Budget input as required.
Analyze operational reporting and utilize statistical process control tools to identify performance opportunities and provide corrective action plans as required.
Business related functions: Employee time sheet approval, email administration, Internal/external communications, procurement management, Viryanet Administration and Overtime Equalization.
Employee Relations:
Consistently provides feedback and direction to staff to ensure employee development, engagement and business knowledge; complete bi-annual employee performance appraisals/reviews.
Leverages all employee communication vehicles and opportunities (weekly/monthly/quarterly/one-on-ones) to obtain feedback on departmental goals, gains input on action plans and modifies direction as necessary and to engage and to hold employees accountable to overall business operations and results
Utilizes and leverages existing employee recognition programs to reward key contributions and positively impact employee morale.
Partners with Human Resources to ensure firm, fair and consistent application of HR practices/policies and labor agreements.
Ensures employee advocacy and a positive work environment by listening and responding to employee feedback, issues, questions and concerns in a timely manner. (When possible, 24-hour response time to all employee relations issues).
Responds to issues identified on the Employee Survey, works with teams to ensure continual action planning against issues throughout the year and ensures follow-up to employees on issue resolution identified in action plans.
Maintain a safe work environment by conducting regularly scheduled safety meetings, applicable safety training and reinforcing state/federal safety requirements within the work place.
Community Relations:
Positively represents the Company through active engagement and involvement in the community.
Competitive Marketplace:
Engages in marketing initiatives to promote the Company’s products and services (i.e., TTL and marketing events).
Customer Ownership
Supports employees that directly interface with the customers by removing barriers, soliciting process improvement suggestions and streamlining the work.
Holds employees and other departments accountable to meet customer needs/demands. (Does not take “no” for an answer).
Responds to issues identified on Customer Surveys, works with teams to ensure action plans are developed and ensures follow-up on customer issue resolution identified in action plans.
Required Skills:
Two to four years of prior supervisory experience
Must be able to interact with internal/external customers and various community leaders to establish relationships and to assist with problem resolution
Must possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills along with a strong work ethic, and the ability to work well under pressure and/or with deadlines
Basic knowledge of engineering, plant service center and outside plant functions.
Must possess basic PC skills: Excel, Word, Power Point and Outlook.
Must demonstrate good oral and written communication skills
Must take pride and ownership in work, and exhibit a willingness to learn.
2-3 years HSI/ DSL installation and repair experience.
Advance knowledge of plant service center, central office and outside plant functions
Basic knowledge of FTTH and data networking
Must possess basic understanding of electronics, electrical circuitry, network installation, maintenance and testing of central offices
Must be able to perform complex hardware/software research and provide first level technical support
Five years minimum experience in OSP and central office engineering and construction.
Experience and knowledge of capital project management preferred.
Knowledge of the practical experience with Outside Plant Engineering and Outside Plant Construction to include cable placement, line work and splicing.
Knowledge of and practical experience with various CO switching equipment, optical transport equipment, DSLAM hardware, ATM, TDM, DAC's and various special service hardware.
Education, certification and/or license requirements:
Must possess a valid state driver’s license
Must have high school diploma or equivalent. College degree in business/management/telecommunications preferred.
Successful completion/certification in related technical fields or vendor equipment desired
BA/BS in Telecommunications, Operations Management or Business Administration preferred
CCNA, PMP or CWNP a plus
Environmental Factors/Physical Requirements:
Must be available 24/7 to support off-shift technicians and emergency situations as needed.
Must be able to work in inclement weather, extended driving and lifting and carrying of moderately heavy objects.
Must be willing to work overtime, be on call periodically for nights and weekends and work as required to accomplish NPEC goals and objectives. Overnight travel will occasionally be required.
Apr 25, 2023
Full time
Job Title: Local Manager JD
When you’re in the business of making connections, diversity and inclusion become part of your fiber. We believe in unlocking the power of diversity to drive digital connectivity, so if you feel your experience looks a little different, and you can add value, we encourage you to apply! #BuildGigabitAmerica
About Us:
Frontier is a leading communications provider offering gigabit speeds to empower and connect millions of consumers and businesses in 25 states. It is building critical digital infrastructure across the country with its fiber-optic network and cloud-based solutions, enabling connections today and future proofing for tomorrow. Rallied around its purpose of Building Gigabit America™, the company is focused on supporting a digital society, closing the digital divide, and working toward a more sustainable environment. Frontier is preparing today for a better tomorrow. Visit www.frontier.com .
Job Description: Frontier’s leadership team will bring to life our Leadership Model focusing on Operations Proficiency, Safety, Employee Relations, Community Relations, Competition, and Customer Ownership. From fostering innovation and working cross-functionally to driving performance and delivering results through customer contact and community involvement the Frontier leadership model will allow us to exceed our market growth targets and delivery 100% employee and customer satisfaction.
This position will provide leadership and supervision to staff and a workforce of field technicians that safely install and maintain both residential and business lines, OSP cable facilities, multi-line CPE equipment, hi-cap access services, broadband services, central office/transmission equipment and digital loop carrier equipment, installation and construction of central office transmission equipment and outside plant line and cable facilities .
Position duties include meeting service activation and repair commitment dates, maintaining revenue and expense budget objectives and promotion of new and existing company products as well as supervision of company and contract resources to ensure that construction projects are completed in a timely manner and are in compliance with Frontier's construction, service, quality and safety standards. Ensures that maintenance of equipment and DEG components is completed throughout the year according to a set schedule to avoid service interruption to customers. Accountable for daily coordination with the Operations Center and Network Engineers, material disbursements, time sheet approval for contractors and company resources and other duties as assigned by the Director of Operations .
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
Operations Proficiency:
Has solid understanding of the business/department and is able to pull P&L/budget levers to ensure revenue goals and expense targets are met (i.e., able to manage departmental budget)
Able to articulate business/departmental KPI’s to work groups (i.e., can clearly set goals/objectives to positively impact the P&L/budget).
Holds team accountable to clearly achieving results through coaching and performance management.
Promotes new/existing products as required.
Ensures all customers’ requirements and needs are met.
Collaborate with Regional staff and provide feedback to improve on processes to be more responsive to customers
Working with dispatch, monitor workload and schedule manpower and resources needed to meet workload demands, customer needs and company objectives.
Responsible for determining and fulfilling the needs of the team for employee development and training.
Communicate with other departments, i.e. assignment, engineering and dispatch, in an effort to improve the coordination between these departments as well as the overall quality of service experience for our customers.
Quality Control, i.e. tool inspections, building and vehicle inspections, Quality assurance inspections etc.
Be cognizant of and support revenue budget.
Provide Capital Budget input as required.
Analyze operational reporting and utilize statistical process control tools to identify performance opportunities and provide corrective action plans as required.
Business related functions: Employee time sheet approval, email administration, Internal/external communications, procurement management, Viryanet Administration and Overtime Equalization.
Employee Relations:
Consistently provides feedback and direction to staff to ensure employee development, engagement and business knowledge; complete bi-annual employee performance appraisals/reviews.
Leverages all employee communication vehicles and opportunities (weekly/monthly/quarterly/one-on-ones) to obtain feedback on departmental goals, gains input on action plans and modifies direction as necessary and to engage and to hold employees accountable to overall business operations and results
Utilizes and leverages existing employee recognition programs to reward key contributions and positively impact employee morale.
Partners with Human Resources to ensure firm, fair and consistent application of HR practices/policies and labor agreements.
Ensures employee advocacy and a positive work environment by listening and responding to employee feedback, issues, questions and concerns in a timely manner. (When possible, 24-hour response time to all employee relations issues).
Responds to issues identified on the Employee Survey, works with teams to ensure continual action planning against issues throughout the year and ensures follow-up to employees on issue resolution identified in action plans.
Maintain a safe work environment by conducting regularly scheduled safety meetings, applicable safety training and reinforcing state/federal safety requirements within the work place.
Community Relations:
Positively represents the Company through active engagement and involvement in the community.
Competitive Marketplace:
Engages in marketing initiatives to promote the Company’s products and services (i.e., TTL and marketing events).
Customer Ownership
Supports employees that directly interface with the customers by removing barriers, soliciting process improvement suggestions and streamlining the work.
Holds employees and other departments accountable to meet customer needs/demands. (Does not take “no” for an answer).
Responds to issues identified on Customer Surveys, works with teams to ensure action plans are developed and ensures follow-up on customer issue resolution identified in action plans.
Required Skills:
Two to four years of prior supervisory experience
Must be able to interact with internal/external customers and various community leaders to establish relationships and to assist with problem resolution
Must possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills along with a strong work ethic, and the ability to work well under pressure and/or with deadlines
Basic knowledge of engineering, plant service center and outside plant functions.
Must possess basic PC skills: Excel, Word, Power Point and Outlook.
Must demonstrate good oral and written communication skills
Must take pride and ownership in work, and exhibit a willingness to learn.
2-3 years HSI/ DSL installation and repair experience.
Advance knowledge of plant service center, central office and outside plant functions
Basic knowledge of FTTH and data networking
Must possess basic understanding of electronics, electrical circuitry, network installation, maintenance and testing of central offices
Must be able to perform complex hardware/software research and provide first level technical support
Five years minimum experience in OSP and central office engineering and construction.
Experience and knowledge of capital project management preferred.
Knowledge of the practical experience with Outside Plant Engineering and Outside Plant Construction to include cable placement, line work and splicing.
Knowledge of and practical experience with various CO switching equipment, optical transport equipment, DSLAM hardware, ATM, TDM, DAC's and various special service hardware.
Education, certification and/or license requirements:
Must possess a valid state driver’s license
Must have high school diploma or equivalent. College degree in business/management/telecommunications preferred.
Successful completion/certification in related technical fields or vendor equipment desired
BA/BS in Telecommunications, Operations Management or Business Administration preferred
CCNA, PMP or CWNP a plus
Environmental Factors/Physical Requirements:
Must be available 24/7 to support off-shift technicians and emergency situations as needed.
Must be able to work in inclement weather, extended driving and lifting and carrying of moderately heavy objects.
Must be willing to work overtime, be on call periodically for nights and weekends and work as required to accomplish NPEC goals and objectives. Overnight travel will occasionally be required.
Job Summary
Hawkeye Community College’s Athletics and Recreation department is looking for a part time Recreation and Athletics Specialist to join their team.
The Athletics and Recreation department is a great place to gain knowledge and experience in a multitude of areas. We have a growing athletic department that is passionate about developing great student athletes and successful sports programs. Our recreation program presents opportunities to be creative in developing new and exciting activities for students to participate in while attending Hawkeye Community College.
Specifically, as a Specialist, you would assist in providing group fitness instruction, personal training, and supervision of intramural activities within the Health Education Services Center (HESC). Additionally, you would be assisting with athletic and recreation events as event staff based on seasonal need (i.e., soccer, volleyball, etc.). During your shift, you would primarily be stationed at the front desk ensuring that only authorized patrons (students, faculty, staff, game day visitors, etc.) are accessing the facilities. The best part is that our Recreation and Athletics Specialist position allows you to be a part of a growing NJCAA Athletic program as well as make an impact on both students and student athletes alike.
Hawkeye Community College is a comprehensive community college focused on meeting the needs of the community by providing quality, affordable learning experiences for a diverse student body through our Adult Learning Center, Business and Community Education Department as well as through more than 50 career and technical programs and liberal arts transfer programs. Hawkeye Community College’s mission is about empowering students, strengthening businesses and enriching communities with a vision to improve the quality of life in the communities we serve.
Essential Job Functions
Important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Assists with student activities including intramural, social, recreational, and athletic events.
Provides group fitness instruction and personal training for students, faculty, and staff.
Assists in the general supervision of HESC activities and student employees.
Opens and/or closes the facility requiring flexible hours to include mornings, evenings nights, and weekends.
Monitors usage throughout the facility, ensuring safety protocols are being upheld.
Assists with coordinating, marketing, and promoting recreation and athletic activities.
Provides oversight of intramural activities.
Serves as event staff for various activities throughout the year.
Promotes a positive atmosphere with students, faculty, and staff that utilize the facility.
Performs general inspection and maintenance of equipment. Maintains a daily cleaning schedule for the weight room, equipment, and training areas.
Performs set-up, tear-down, and storage of equipment.
Transports students in college van to activities and events off campus as needed.
Performs duties of the Recreation & Athletics Coordinator in their absence.
Participates in campus committees as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Unless otherwise approved under Hawkeye’s remote work policy, regular on campus and/or onsite attendance is considered an essential function of the position.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate’s degree and/or a combination of education and relevant experience to total of two (2) years, in leisure services, exercise science, health promotion, fitness management, business, communications, or related field.
Experience leading group fitness classes and/or personal training sessions.
Group fitness and/or personal training certification
Must possess a current driver’s license valid in the State of Iowa and a driving record insurable by the College’s insurer. Must be able to obtain additional endorsements as needed.
CPR/First Aid certification required or ability to obtain within the first 3 months of employment.
Must possess or be able to obtain Personal Training/Group Exercise Certifications within the first 3 months of employment. (i.e. ACE, ACSM, NSCA, NASM).
Demonstrated ability to maintain a flexible schedule to include mornings, evenings, nights, and weekends.
Demonstrated ability to work with a culturally diverse student population, faculty, staff, and the general public.
Ability to demonstrate strong interpersonal communication.
Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, Google applications, and video conferencing technology.
Demonstrated ability to execute organization and department policies and procedures.
Demonstrated ability to handle confidential/sensitive information with discretion.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience leading group fitness classes and/or personal training sessions.
Group fitness and/or personal training certification
Experience coaching strength and conditioning.
Working Conditions
Part-time position averaging approximately 20 hours per week. Extra hours available for athletic events based on seasonal needs. The anticipated schedule is: Monday/Wednesday/Friday 3p – 9p or Tuesday/Thursday from 4p – 9p as well as alternating weekends on a regular schedule of Saturday 8a – 12p and Sunday 4p – 7p.
Requires skills for succeeding in an outdoor and office environment, using technology. Requires good hand-
eye coordination including visual acuity to use a keyboard and read technical information; arm, hand and finger
dexterity, including ability to grasp. Work is in a combination of indoor and outdoor environments. Outdoor
environments may become susceptible to inclement weather conditions. During the course of the day, interact
with students, faculty and staff in person, by telephone and computer.
Employment Status
Part-time nonexempt position with a choice of retirement programs – IPERS (defined benefit) or TIAA (defined contribution).
Application Procedure
Complete an online application at hawkeyecollege.edu/employment
Submit/upload a cover letter addressing the following:
Please share any experience with group fitness classes, personal training sessions, facility supervision and/or event management.
Submit/upload a resume.
Submit/upload 3 professional references with a minimum of 1 being from a current/past supervisor.
All required documents must be submitted in order for your application to move forward.
Priority screening is set to begin on Monday, May 1, 2023. Completed applications, along with the required materials, received after the priority screening date will be considered at the discretion of the college.
Hawkeye Community College is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to equity and diversity in its educational services and employment practices: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/about/diversity-inclusion/equal-opportunity . The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex; race; age; color; creed; national origin; religion; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity; genetic information; or actual or potential parental, family, or marital status in its programs, activities, or employment practices. Veteran status is also included to the extent covered by law. Any person alleging a violation of equity regulations shall have the right to file a formal complaint. Inquiries concerning application of this statement should be addressed to: Equity Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator for employees, 319-296-4405; or Title IX Coordinator for students, 319-296-4448; Hawkeye Community College, 1501 East Orange Road, P.O. Box 8015, Waterloo, Iowa 50704-8015; or email equity-titleIX@hawkeyecollege.edu , or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Citigroup Center, 500 W. Madison, Suite 1475, Chicago, IL 60661, phone number 312-730-1560, fax 312-730-1576, email: OCR.Chicago@ed.gov .
If any applicant is in need of a reasonable accommodation in completing the application process, please notify a member of Human Resource Services.
Apr 06, 2023
Part time
Job Summary
Hawkeye Community College’s Athletics and Recreation department is looking for a part time Recreation and Athletics Specialist to join their team.
The Athletics and Recreation department is a great place to gain knowledge and experience in a multitude of areas. We have a growing athletic department that is passionate about developing great student athletes and successful sports programs. Our recreation program presents opportunities to be creative in developing new and exciting activities for students to participate in while attending Hawkeye Community College.
Specifically, as a Specialist, you would assist in providing group fitness instruction, personal training, and supervision of intramural activities within the Health Education Services Center (HESC). Additionally, you would be assisting with athletic and recreation events as event staff based on seasonal need (i.e., soccer, volleyball, etc.). During your shift, you would primarily be stationed at the front desk ensuring that only authorized patrons (students, faculty, staff, game day visitors, etc.) are accessing the facilities. The best part is that our Recreation and Athletics Specialist position allows you to be a part of a growing NJCAA Athletic program as well as make an impact on both students and student athletes alike.
Hawkeye Community College is a comprehensive community college focused on meeting the needs of the community by providing quality, affordable learning experiences for a diverse student body through our Adult Learning Center, Business and Community Education Department as well as through more than 50 career and technical programs and liberal arts transfer programs. Hawkeye Community College’s mission is about empowering students, strengthening businesses and enriching communities with a vision to improve the quality of life in the communities we serve.
Essential Job Functions
Important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Assists with student activities including intramural, social, recreational, and athletic events.
Provides group fitness instruction and personal training for students, faculty, and staff.
Assists in the general supervision of HESC activities and student employees.
Opens and/or closes the facility requiring flexible hours to include mornings, evenings nights, and weekends.
Monitors usage throughout the facility, ensuring safety protocols are being upheld.
Assists with coordinating, marketing, and promoting recreation and athletic activities.
Provides oversight of intramural activities.
Serves as event staff for various activities throughout the year.
Promotes a positive atmosphere with students, faculty, and staff that utilize the facility.
Performs general inspection and maintenance of equipment. Maintains a daily cleaning schedule for the weight room, equipment, and training areas.
Performs set-up, tear-down, and storage of equipment.
Transports students in college van to activities and events off campus as needed.
Performs duties of the Recreation & Athletics Coordinator in their absence.
Participates in campus committees as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Unless otherwise approved under Hawkeye’s remote work policy, regular on campus and/or onsite attendance is considered an essential function of the position.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate’s degree and/or a combination of education and relevant experience to total of two (2) years, in leisure services, exercise science, health promotion, fitness management, business, communications, or related field.
Experience leading group fitness classes and/or personal training sessions.
Group fitness and/or personal training certification
Must possess a current driver’s license valid in the State of Iowa and a driving record insurable by the College’s insurer. Must be able to obtain additional endorsements as needed.
CPR/First Aid certification required or ability to obtain within the first 3 months of employment.
Must possess or be able to obtain Personal Training/Group Exercise Certifications within the first 3 months of employment. (i.e. ACE, ACSM, NSCA, NASM).
Demonstrated ability to maintain a flexible schedule to include mornings, evenings, nights, and weekends.
Demonstrated ability to work with a culturally diverse student population, faculty, staff, and the general public.
Ability to demonstrate strong interpersonal communication.
Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, Google applications, and video conferencing technology.
Demonstrated ability to execute organization and department policies and procedures.
Demonstrated ability to handle confidential/sensitive information with discretion.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience leading group fitness classes and/or personal training sessions.
Group fitness and/or personal training certification
Experience coaching strength and conditioning.
Working Conditions
Part-time position averaging approximately 20 hours per week. Extra hours available for athletic events based on seasonal needs. The anticipated schedule is: Monday/Wednesday/Friday 3p – 9p or Tuesday/Thursday from 4p – 9p as well as alternating weekends on a regular schedule of Saturday 8a – 12p and Sunday 4p – 7p.
Requires skills for succeeding in an outdoor and office environment, using technology. Requires good hand-
eye coordination including visual acuity to use a keyboard and read technical information; arm, hand and finger
dexterity, including ability to grasp. Work is in a combination of indoor and outdoor environments. Outdoor
environments may become susceptible to inclement weather conditions. During the course of the day, interact
with students, faculty and staff in person, by telephone and computer.
Employment Status
Part-time nonexempt position with a choice of retirement programs – IPERS (defined benefit) or TIAA (defined contribution).
Application Procedure
Complete an online application at hawkeyecollege.edu/employment
Submit/upload a cover letter addressing the following:
Please share any experience with group fitness classes, personal training sessions, facility supervision and/or event management.
Submit/upload a resume.
Submit/upload 3 professional references with a minimum of 1 being from a current/past supervisor.
All required documents must be submitted in order for your application to move forward.
Priority screening is set to begin on Monday, May 1, 2023. Completed applications, along with the required materials, received after the priority screening date will be considered at the discretion of the college.
Hawkeye Community College is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to equity and diversity in its educational services and employment practices: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/about/diversity-inclusion/equal-opportunity . The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex; race; age; color; creed; national origin; religion; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity; genetic information; or actual or potential parental, family, or marital status in its programs, activities, or employment practices. Veteran status is also included to the extent covered by law. Any person alleging a violation of equity regulations shall have the right to file a formal complaint. Inquiries concerning application of this statement should be addressed to: Equity Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator for employees, 319-296-4405; or Title IX Coordinator for students, 319-296-4448; Hawkeye Community College, 1501 East Orange Road, P.O. Box 8015, Waterloo, Iowa 50704-8015; or email equity-titleIX@hawkeyecollege.edu , or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Citigroup Center, 500 W. Madison, Suite 1475, Chicago, IL 60661, phone number 312-730-1560, fax 312-730-1576, email: OCR.Chicago@ed.gov .
If any applicant is in need of a reasonable accommodation in completing the application process, please notify a member of Human Resource Services.
Clark College’s Nursing Program is currently accepting applications for a full-time, permanent classified Program Specialist 2. The Program Specialist 2 is a dynamic position with two distinct yet related roles which support student success and effective program operations. This role will work collaboratively with the administrative team and bring both administrative skills and experience in success coaching, including motivation techniques, and the ability to identify barriers, and suggest success strategies. This is an opportunity to work one-on-one with students and in groups to help remove barriers to assist students in achieving their academic and career goals. The position also provides essential administrative support and communication for several department program processes related to selective admission and batch enrollment. This position is expected to be hybrid (on-campus three days per week with an option for hybrid/remote work a maximum of two days per week) and will begin May 1, 2023.
At Clark, we value equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to growing, learning, and supporting our employees.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:
Assist in the delivery of support services to nursing students to promote student progression and improve program completion rates.
Coordinate and collaborate with the Associate Director of Outcomes, Inclusion & Support regarding new student orientation and ongoing student support.
Offer individual appointments, group sessions, or workshops to assist students in navigating systems; remove barriers, develop components of an individualized success plan, and access resources and community services.
Support new student academic orientation by leading administrative organization and facilitating student support content.
Assist students in goal setting, time management, organizational techniques, and self-care strategies.
Provide referrals to financial assistance resources, housing, food, transportation, childcare, and/or scholarships.
Provide support and training on managing test anxiety, study tips, life balance, career counseling, resume building, and APA workshops.
Develop and maintain partnerships with Clark College and community support services.
Maintain service delivery records and database with statistics required by nursing program accreditation and regulation.
Provide information to students, staff, professional partners, and the public regarding program content, policies, and activities through a variety of communication modalities (email, Canvas, Zoom, and formal documents). Direct specific inquiries from students to the appropriate nursing department or campus contact.
Work collaboratively with Nursing Department leadership and the college Advising Office personnel in the program entry process, maintain applicant status updates, and compose appropriate status notification letters to advise students of selection status.
Create and maintain accurate records of student selection and status; create, maintain, and update documents associated with scheduling and batch enrollment of all students in the nursing program. Utilizing word processing, spreadsheets, and SharePoint.
Manage multiple priorities within a dynamic environment, while providing appropriate support to students, faculty, and staff in a collaborative atmosphere.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND COMPETENCIES:
Candidates will be evaluated based on application materials, including the supplemental questions and personal interview(s), and will be required to demonstrate competencies in the following areas:
Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, education, or equivalent education/experience.
Three (3) years of experience in student services or success coaching, or a related field.
Vaccination requirement: Per Washington State Proclamation 22-13.1: college employees must be fully vaccinated. Your COVID-19 vaccine attestation status must be received by the Human Resources office prior to the commencement of work. Requesting a disability or religious exemption would be done through the Human Resources office.
JOB READINESS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
Ability to work well with people of all ages from academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds.
The initial appointment will include a 6-month probationary period and the employee will earn permanent status after successfully completing probation.
This position is represented by Washington Public Employees Association.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
WHAT WE OFFER:
A healthy work/life balance for our employees with the opportunity for flexible work schedules and remote work depending on position and college needs.
McClaskey Culinary Institute offers fast, fresh, and healthy dining options for students, faculty, staff, and the community. The space, located in Gaiser Hall, features three kiosks, a full-service retail bakery and barista bar, grab-and-go items, and a student-run restaurant.
Coffee Lounge in Hannah Hall and Clark Café in Joan Stout Hall.
Campus bookstore offers snacks, apparel, and specialty supplies.
On-campus early childhood education care program (pending registration and availability).
Gym and recreation facilities available for membership.
Clark promotes wellness with a variety of different workshops and events.
SALARY/BENEFITS:
Salary Range: $3,401-$4,540/month | Step A-M (commensurate with qualifications and experience) | Range: 42 | Code: 107I
Successful candidates typically start at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases.
Clark College offers an exceptional benefits package that includes vacation/sick leave; medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance; retirement; and tuition waiver.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Required application materials must be completed and submitted online by 3 p.m., March 7, 2023.
REQUIRED ONLINE APPLICATION MATERIALS:
Clark College online application
Current resume, with a minimum of three (3) references listed
Cover letter describing background and experience related to qualifications and responsibilities of the position
Responses to the supplemental questions included in the online application process
Please apply online at www.clark.edu/jobs .
To contact Clark College Human Resources, please call (360) 992-2105.
DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS
Upon request, accommodations are available to persons with disabilities for the application process. Contact Human Resources at (360) 992-2105 or by video phone at (360) 991-0901.
SECURITY
The security of all the members of the campus community is of vital concern to Clark College. Information regarding crime prevention advice, the authority of the Security/Safety Department, policies concerning reporting of any crimes which may occur on or near college property, and crime statistics for the most recent 3-year period may be requested from the Clark College Security/Safety Department, (360) 992-2133 or security.requests@clark.edu . The most recent Annual Security Report, written in compliance with the Clery Act, can be reviewed here: http://www.clark.edu/campus-life/student-support/security/report.php .
ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION
If you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work.
CORRECTIONS OR EXTENDED NOTICES Corrected or extended notices will be posted online and in the Human Resources Office.
Clark College’s Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI) supports individuals with their academic, personal, and professional development, as well as provides training and educational resources for all members of the college community around diversity, inclusion, power, privilege, inequity, social equity, and social justice. The college offers further professional development for our employees through opportunities such as Employee Resource Groups, Social Justice Leadership Institute, Cross Institution Faculty of Color Mentorship program, Administrators of Color Leadership Program, and Faculty and Staff of Color Conference.
Clark College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Protected group members are strongly encouraged to apply. Clark College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, citizenship, immigration status or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). The college considers equal opportunity, affirmative action, and non-discrimination to be fundamental to the mission, vision and values of the college. All faculty and staff hired at Clark College are encouraged to embrace, continually support and enhance social equity on our campus and in our community. The college provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, Title II and Title IX, and Affirmative Action: Gerald Gabbard, Director of Labor and Compliance, 360-992-2317, ggabbard@clark.edu , 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Baird 142, Vancouver, Washington 98663. Clark College is a smoke-free/drug free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and or modified without notice.
Clark College Human Resources
February 22, 2023 (updated)
23-00014
Feb 22, 2023
Full time
Clark College’s Nursing Program is currently accepting applications for a full-time, permanent classified Program Specialist 2. The Program Specialist 2 is a dynamic position with two distinct yet related roles which support student success and effective program operations. This role will work collaboratively with the administrative team and bring both administrative skills and experience in success coaching, including motivation techniques, and the ability to identify barriers, and suggest success strategies. This is an opportunity to work one-on-one with students and in groups to help remove barriers to assist students in achieving their academic and career goals. The position also provides essential administrative support and communication for several department program processes related to selective admission and batch enrollment. This position is expected to be hybrid (on-campus three days per week with an option for hybrid/remote work a maximum of two days per week) and will begin May 1, 2023.
At Clark, we value equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to growing, learning, and supporting our employees.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:
Assist in the delivery of support services to nursing students to promote student progression and improve program completion rates.
Coordinate and collaborate with the Associate Director of Outcomes, Inclusion & Support regarding new student orientation and ongoing student support.
Offer individual appointments, group sessions, or workshops to assist students in navigating systems; remove barriers, develop components of an individualized success plan, and access resources and community services.
Support new student academic orientation by leading administrative organization and facilitating student support content.
Assist students in goal setting, time management, organizational techniques, and self-care strategies.
Provide referrals to financial assistance resources, housing, food, transportation, childcare, and/or scholarships.
Provide support and training on managing test anxiety, study tips, life balance, career counseling, resume building, and APA workshops.
Develop and maintain partnerships with Clark College and community support services.
Maintain service delivery records and database with statistics required by nursing program accreditation and regulation.
Provide information to students, staff, professional partners, and the public regarding program content, policies, and activities through a variety of communication modalities (email, Canvas, Zoom, and formal documents). Direct specific inquiries from students to the appropriate nursing department or campus contact.
Work collaboratively with Nursing Department leadership and the college Advising Office personnel in the program entry process, maintain applicant status updates, and compose appropriate status notification letters to advise students of selection status.
Create and maintain accurate records of student selection and status; create, maintain, and update documents associated with scheduling and batch enrollment of all students in the nursing program. Utilizing word processing, spreadsheets, and SharePoint.
Manage multiple priorities within a dynamic environment, while providing appropriate support to students, faculty, and staff in a collaborative atmosphere.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND COMPETENCIES:
Candidates will be evaluated based on application materials, including the supplemental questions and personal interview(s), and will be required to demonstrate competencies in the following areas:
Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, education, or equivalent education/experience.
Three (3) years of experience in student services or success coaching, or a related field.
Vaccination requirement: Per Washington State Proclamation 22-13.1: college employees must be fully vaccinated. Your COVID-19 vaccine attestation status must be received by the Human Resources office prior to the commencement of work. Requesting a disability or religious exemption would be done through the Human Resources office.
JOB READINESS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
Ability to work well with people of all ages from academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds.
The initial appointment will include a 6-month probationary period and the employee will earn permanent status after successfully completing probation.
This position is represented by Washington Public Employees Association.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
WHAT WE OFFER:
A healthy work/life balance for our employees with the opportunity for flexible work schedules and remote work depending on position and college needs.
McClaskey Culinary Institute offers fast, fresh, and healthy dining options for students, faculty, staff, and the community. The space, located in Gaiser Hall, features three kiosks, a full-service retail bakery and barista bar, grab-and-go items, and a student-run restaurant.
Coffee Lounge in Hannah Hall and Clark Café in Joan Stout Hall.
Campus bookstore offers snacks, apparel, and specialty supplies.
On-campus early childhood education care program (pending registration and availability).
Gym and recreation facilities available for membership.
Clark promotes wellness with a variety of different workshops and events.
SALARY/BENEFITS:
Salary Range: $3,401-$4,540/month | Step A-M (commensurate with qualifications and experience) | Range: 42 | Code: 107I
Successful candidates typically start at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases.
Clark College offers an exceptional benefits package that includes vacation/sick leave; medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance; retirement; and tuition waiver.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Required application materials must be completed and submitted online by 3 p.m., March 7, 2023.
REQUIRED ONLINE APPLICATION MATERIALS:
Clark College online application
Current resume, with a minimum of three (3) references listed
Cover letter describing background and experience related to qualifications and responsibilities of the position
Responses to the supplemental questions included in the online application process
Please apply online at www.clark.edu/jobs .
To contact Clark College Human Resources, please call (360) 992-2105.
DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS
Upon request, accommodations are available to persons with disabilities for the application process. Contact Human Resources at (360) 992-2105 or by video phone at (360) 991-0901.
SECURITY
The security of all the members of the campus community is of vital concern to Clark College. Information regarding crime prevention advice, the authority of the Security/Safety Department, policies concerning reporting of any crimes which may occur on or near college property, and crime statistics for the most recent 3-year period may be requested from the Clark College Security/Safety Department, (360) 992-2133 or security.requests@clark.edu . The most recent Annual Security Report, written in compliance with the Clery Act, can be reviewed here: http://www.clark.edu/campus-life/student-support/security/report.php .
ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION
If you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work.
CORRECTIONS OR EXTENDED NOTICES Corrected or extended notices will be posted online and in the Human Resources Office.
Clark College’s Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI) supports individuals with their academic, personal, and professional development, as well as provides training and educational resources for all members of the college community around diversity, inclusion, power, privilege, inequity, social equity, and social justice. The college offers further professional development for our employees through opportunities such as Employee Resource Groups, Social Justice Leadership Institute, Cross Institution Faculty of Color Mentorship program, Administrators of Color Leadership Program, and Faculty and Staff of Color Conference.
Clark College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Protected group members are strongly encouraged to apply. Clark College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, citizenship, immigration status or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). The college considers equal opportunity, affirmative action, and non-discrimination to be fundamental to the mission, vision and values of the college. All faculty and staff hired at Clark College are encouraged to embrace, continually support and enhance social equity on our campus and in our community. The college provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, Title II and Title IX, and Affirmative Action: Gerald Gabbard, Director of Labor and Compliance, 360-992-2317, ggabbard@clark.edu , 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Baird 142, Vancouver, Washington 98663. Clark College is a smoke-free/drug free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and or modified without notice.
Clark College Human Resources
February 22, 2023 (updated)
23-00014
Making Waves Education Foundation
Richmond, CA Hybrid
OUR VISION FOR THE MARKETING MANAGER
The Marketing and Storytelling team at Making Waves Foundation supports the organization’s ambitious strategic plan and mission to expand access to educational opportunities by leading strategy and implementation and providing consultation for the spectrum of marketing and storytelling. This includes leading branding, marketing, storytelling, digital and multimedia strategy, and supporting internal communications.
Reporting to the Director of Marketing and Storytelling, the Marketing Manager is an integral member of the team, working with team members across the organization, with student interns, outside vendors, and independently.
The Marketing Manager supports the organization’s mission to provide educational opportunities and reach more students, leading a variety of marketing and storytelling projects and campaigns from conception to assessment – particularly for student and family audiences, focusing on social media, web, and digital channels.
The Marketing Manager provides leadership and champions marketing expertise and best practices in integrated marketing, content creation, peer-to-peer marketing, digital advertising and email marketing, search engine optimization (SEO), and accessibility and inclusion in marketing. The Marketing Manager also contributes to team initiatives related to brand management, storytelling, development and fundraising, and more. Based on the final candidate's preference, the title of this role can be Marketing Manager or Marketing Specialist. This does not impact compensation.
In the first year in the role, the Marketing Manager will be responsible for:
Collaboratively developing a plan for marketing and engagement strategies for college and career access and success programs, planning for the lifecycle of student, family, and alumni experiences with our brand.
Building working relationships, getting fully acquainted with, leading, and making recommendations around software, systems, accounts or channels within role.
Developing targeted marketing campaigns and multimedia projects for college and career access and success programs.
Developing new tools, processes, and media organization for user-generated content and peer-to-peer marketing.
Contributing to overall marketing and storytelling planning and projects, brand management, and team building and knowledge management.
OUR COMMITMENT TO THE MARKETING MANAGER
We are proud of the above-market total rewards package to our employees in line with our guiding principles of centering transparency and equity, rewarding expertise and performance, and championing professional wellness. This is a full-time, exempt role, and will be eligible to receive:
A competitive base salary range of $75,055-$101,545 based on requisite work experience and performance during the interview process. In line with our commitment to equity, fairness, and transparency, we have adopted a no salary negotiation policy.
51 total days off per fiscal year (a combination of company-paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time).
100% employer paid medical (Kaiser HMO Platinum), vision, and dental benefits for the full-time staff member and a spouse/domestic partner or dependent child(ren).
Lunch on in-person days (5x a month) and free access to Grubhub+, 3% retirement match, a $750 HRA account to help fund mental health benefits, FSA for medical and childcare expenses, and an annual professional development stipend.
A hybrid work environment where staff work from the office on five (5) common days a month with flexibility to work remotely otherwise. There are occasional additional in-person meetings and events that this role would be responsible to attend.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
This job description reflects Making Waves Foundation’s assignment of essential functions and qualifications of the role. Nothing in this herein restricts management's right to assign, reassign, or eliminate duties and responsibilities to this role at any time.
Lead program marketing planning, implementation, and assessment (35%)
Plan marketing research and engagement strategies for college and career access and success programs across channels
Collaboratively lead program marketing campaigns from conceptualization to assessment; manage content and materials including websites social media, email marketing, Google Ads, videos, photoshoots, branded and promotional items.
Support marketing for events and programs for student and alumni engagement.
Serve as the primary marketing contact for the Program team, providing leadership and working collaboratively on projects and questions. Create internal processes for managing multiple projects, defining project scopes, roles, and meeting deadlines.
Contribute to and coordinate with the Marketing and Storytelling content calendar and projects for Making Waves Foundation and Making Waves Academy such as fundraising campaigns, impact reports, leadership communications.
Lead digital, multimedia, and integrated marketing for student and family audiences (30%)
Manage and provide expertise for student-facing and family-facing social media and explore newer platforms. Plan marketing and engagement strategies, create content, and develop student and alumni generated content and peer-to-peer marketing.
Lead or collaborate on web, email marketing, Google Advertising, and digital content strategy for the foundation’s student, family, and alumni audiences. Consult and collaborate on text message, chatbot, and student portal marketing and communications.
With support from vendors and interns, manage or contribute to video projects and photoshoots; occasionally take or edit photos, create visuals, or produce short videos.
Manage and contribute to digital activity and impact reports.
Support implementing best practices in accessibility, diversity, equity, and inclusion, SEO, and user experience.
Support Marketing and Storytelling team projects (25%)
Support the Director of Marketing and Storytelling and other team leaders, contributing to brand management and messaging, web strategy, news, development marketing and storytelling, leadership and internal communications.
Support the Director of Marketing and Storytelling with administrative work such as team knowledge and media management, management of the Marketing Resources and Requests site, meeting administration, process improvement, proofreading, research projects, and budget and vendor management – including with photography, videography, and design vendors.
Help champion Marketing and Storytelling team strategies, projects, and brand management; present at All-Hands or team meetings; on occasion, serve as back-up to Director.
Support the Director of Marketing and Storytelling with managing, mentoring, and overseeing projects with student interns.
Actively engage in continuous improvement and organization processes (10%)
Research, schedule, and participate in professional development opportunities in service of professional growth and impact on the organization.
Participate in organization processes and rituals (e.g., goal setting, engagement surveys, All-Hands meetings) and provide feedback to improve our work in the future.
Participate in Marketing and Storytelling goal setting and strategy activities, leading several initiatives, and providing recommendations or solutions for challenges.
Actively track and assess best practices in marketing, create new or improved multimedia opportunities, and present on new approaches or new strategies.
Project management and communication
The following responsibilities are included throughout the role:
Strong interpersonal and communication skills in taking and making project requests, managing projects inclusively, considering others’ perspectives, and receiving and providing feedback.
Strong project management and communication skills to set and meet deadlines and provide updates, ask questions, or express the need for guidance.
Initiative to manage multiple cyclical projects – improving processes and approaches overtime.
Manage assigned and independent projects, setting scope, objectives, timelines, steps, deliverables, and assessment while planning for input and approvals.
KEY EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS, AND SKILLS
Required Qualifications:
4+ years of full-time work experience in marketing and communications or related field.
Experience with working with or learning various digital and multimedia software and systems (e.g., web content management systems, social media channels, email marketing tools, Adobe Creative, Canva, Giphy, Google Analytics and Ads, Asana).
Strong portfolio of marketing, storytelling, web, or social media projects – and skills in planning, writing, editing, content creation, and project management and assessment.
Commitment to championing diversity, equity, and inclusion in marketing.
Strong attention to detail and willingness to double check work.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills in managing projects collaboratively and inclusively and considering the perspectives of others. Experience working collaboratively and inclusively as a part of cross-functional teams.
Experience with creating, managing, and assessing content for websites, social media, and other channels, while strategically growing engagement. Knowledge of social media and digital advertising, Google Ads, accessibility standards, and search engine optimization (SEO).
Experience managing projects independently, including multiple projects at the same time.
A bachelor’s degree or four years of relevant work experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience or enthusiasm for working at education, nonprofit, or social impact organizations.
Experience or enthusiasm for marketing to high school and college student and family audiences – and supporting fundraising marketing projects.
Experience working in roles that require leadership, problem-solving, follow-through, attention to detail, and written and verbal communication.
Experience leading projects through entire lifecycle from conception to launch to assessment.
Knowledge or experience around user experience, user-generated or peer-to-peer marketing.
How you work and what you value:
Culture Values: Relates and aligns with our mission and core values (drive impact, promote equity, build community, do hard things, learn and grow). Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Building Relationships: Develops beneficial internal and external relationships to achieve results. Consistently demonstrates the ability to work effectively with others across, including inspiring, challenging, and supporting self and others to be at our best.
Planning and Executing: Able to organize, prioritize, track, and manage workflow. Strong project manager who has strong attention to detail and executes to reach goals. Consistently tracks tasks to meet goals, timelines, and milestones, and effectively follows through on plans.
Strategic Thinking: Identifies and prioritizes opportunities to pursue and problems to solve. Makes connections between a range of data, information, or ideas and creates actionable strategies or solutions.
You are excited to innovate, enjoy the iterative nature of that work, and are an entrepreneurial self-starter.
ABOUT MAKING WAVES FOUNDATION
Making Waves Foundation is a private operating foundation located in Richmond, California. With a unique focus on college attendance and graduation, Making Waves Foundation has supported historically underrepresented and underserved students in pursuing their dreams for more than 30 years. The foundation supports Making Waves Academy, a public charter school in Richmond, California, educating more than 1,100 students, and leads a college success program, which provides coaching, scholarships, financial and career support for more than 500 college students as well as a network for more than 500 Wave-Maker alumni.
Our unique, holistic educational model supports students academically, socially, emotionally, and financially on their journey to, through, and beyond college. In 2020, Making Waves Foundation launched a new ten-year strategic plan centered on increasing the effectiveness of our existing program and expanding that programming to reach more students across Contra Costa County in the Bay Area.
RELEVANT POLICIES AT MAKING WAVES FOUNDATION
We require all staff members who work on-site to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, as defined by the CDC. Accommodations or exceptions can be requested directly to someone on the People & Culture Team for medical or religious reasons.
Making Waves Foundation strives to build a staff that reflects the cultural diversity of the communities that we partner with. Making Waves Foundation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We encourage BIPOC identifying individuals to apply.
Jan 11, 2023
Full time
OUR VISION FOR THE MARKETING MANAGER
The Marketing and Storytelling team at Making Waves Foundation supports the organization’s ambitious strategic plan and mission to expand access to educational opportunities by leading strategy and implementation and providing consultation for the spectrum of marketing and storytelling. This includes leading branding, marketing, storytelling, digital and multimedia strategy, and supporting internal communications.
Reporting to the Director of Marketing and Storytelling, the Marketing Manager is an integral member of the team, working with team members across the organization, with student interns, outside vendors, and independently.
The Marketing Manager supports the organization’s mission to provide educational opportunities and reach more students, leading a variety of marketing and storytelling projects and campaigns from conception to assessment – particularly for student and family audiences, focusing on social media, web, and digital channels.
The Marketing Manager provides leadership and champions marketing expertise and best practices in integrated marketing, content creation, peer-to-peer marketing, digital advertising and email marketing, search engine optimization (SEO), and accessibility and inclusion in marketing. The Marketing Manager also contributes to team initiatives related to brand management, storytelling, development and fundraising, and more. Based on the final candidate's preference, the title of this role can be Marketing Manager or Marketing Specialist. This does not impact compensation.
In the first year in the role, the Marketing Manager will be responsible for:
Collaboratively developing a plan for marketing and engagement strategies for college and career access and success programs, planning for the lifecycle of student, family, and alumni experiences with our brand.
Building working relationships, getting fully acquainted with, leading, and making recommendations around software, systems, accounts or channels within role.
Developing targeted marketing campaigns and multimedia projects for college and career access and success programs.
Developing new tools, processes, and media organization for user-generated content and peer-to-peer marketing.
Contributing to overall marketing and storytelling planning and projects, brand management, and team building and knowledge management.
OUR COMMITMENT TO THE MARKETING MANAGER
We are proud of the above-market total rewards package to our employees in line with our guiding principles of centering transparency and equity, rewarding expertise and performance, and championing professional wellness. This is a full-time, exempt role, and will be eligible to receive:
A competitive base salary range of $75,055-$101,545 based on requisite work experience and performance during the interview process. In line with our commitment to equity, fairness, and transparency, we have adopted a no salary negotiation policy.
51 total days off per fiscal year (a combination of company-paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time).
100% employer paid medical (Kaiser HMO Platinum), vision, and dental benefits for the full-time staff member and a spouse/domestic partner or dependent child(ren).
Lunch on in-person days (5x a month) and free access to Grubhub+, 3% retirement match, a $750 HRA account to help fund mental health benefits, FSA for medical and childcare expenses, and an annual professional development stipend.
A hybrid work environment where staff work from the office on five (5) common days a month with flexibility to work remotely otherwise. There are occasional additional in-person meetings and events that this role would be responsible to attend.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
This job description reflects Making Waves Foundation’s assignment of essential functions and qualifications of the role. Nothing in this herein restricts management's right to assign, reassign, or eliminate duties and responsibilities to this role at any time.
Lead program marketing planning, implementation, and assessment (35%)
Plan marketing research and engagement strategies for college and career access and success programs across channels
Collaboratively lead program marketing campaigns from conceptualization to assessment; manage content and materials including websites social media, email marketing, Google Ads, videos, photoshoots, branded and promotional items.
Support marketing for events and programs for student and alumni engagement.
Serve as the primary marketing contact for the Program team, providing leadership and working collaboratively on projects and questions. Create internal processes for managing multiple projects, defining project scopes, roles, and meeting deadlines.
Contribute to and coordinate with the Marketing and Storytelling content calendar and projects for Making Waves Foundation and Making Waves Academy such as fundraising campaigns, impact reports, leadership communications.
Lead digital, multimedia, and integrated marketing for student and family audiences (30%)
Manage and provide expertise for student-facing and family-facing social media and explore newer platforms. Plan marketing and engagement strategies, create content, and develop student and alumni generated content and peer-to-peer marketing.
Lead or collaborate on web, email marketing, Google Advertising, and digital content strategy for the foundation’s student, family, and alumni audiences. Consult and collaborate on text message, chatbot, and student portal marketing and communications.
With support from vendors and interns, manage or contribute to video projects and photoshoots; occasionally take or edit photos, create visuals, or produce short videos.
Manage and contribute to digital activity and impact reports.
Support implementing best practices in accessibility, diversity, equity, and inclusion, SEO, and user experience.
Support Marketing and Storytelling team projects (25%)
Support the Director of Marketing and Storytelling and other team leaders, contributing to brand management and messaging, web strategy, news, development marketing and storytelling, leadership and internal communications.
Support the Director of Marketing and Storytelling with administrative work such as team knowledge and media management, management of the Marketing Resources and Requests site, meeting administration, process improvement, proofreading, research projects, and budget and vendor management – including with photography, videography, and design vendors.
Help champion Marketing and Storytelling team strategies, projects, and brand management; present at All-Hands or team meetings; on occasion, serve as back-up to Director.
Support the Director of Marketing and Storytelling with managing, mentoring, and overseeing projects with student interns.
Actively engage in continuous improvement and organization processes (10%)
Research, schedule, and participate in professional development opportunities in service of professional growth and impact on the organization.
Participate in organization processes and rituals (e.g., goal setting, engagement surveys, All-Hands meetings) and provide feedback to improve our work in the future.
Participate in Marketing and Storytelling goal setting and strategy activities, leading several initiatives, and providing recommendations or solutions for challenges.
Actively track and assess best practices in marketing, create new or improved multimedia opportunities, and present on new approaches or new strategies.
Project management and communication
The following responsibilities are included throughout the role:
Strong interpersonal and communication skills in taking and making project requests, managing projects inclusively, considering others’ perspectives, and receiving and providing feedback.
Strong project management and communication skills to set and meet deadlines and provide updates, ask questions, or express the need for guidance.
Initiative to manage multiple cyclical projects – improving processes and approaches overtime.
Manage assigned and independent projects, setting scope, objectives, timelines, steps, deliverables, and assessment while planning for input and approvals.
KEY EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS, AND SKILLS
Required Qualifications:
4+ years of full-time work experience in marketing and communications or related field.
Experience with working with or learning various digital and multimedia software and systems (e.g., web content management systems, social media channels, email marketing tools, Adobe Creative, Canva, Giphy, Google Analytics and Ads, Asana).
Strong portfolio of marketing, storytelling, web, or social media projects – and skills in planning, writing, editing, content creation, and project management and assessment.
Commitment to championing diversity, equity, and inclusion in marketing.
Strong attention to detail and willingness to double check work.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills in managing projects collaboratively and inclusively and considering the perspectives of others. Experience working collaboratively and inclusively as a part of cross-functional teams.
Experience with creating, managing, and assessing content for websites, social media, and other channels, while strategically growing engagement. Knowledge of social media and digital advertising, Google Ads, accessibility standards, and search engine optimization (SEO).
Experience managing projects independently, including multiple projects at the same time.
A bachelor’s degree or four years of relevant work experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience or enthusiasm for working at education, nonprofit, or social impact organizations.
Experience or enthusiasm for marketing to high school and college student and family audiences – and supporting fundraising marketing projects.
Experience working in roles that require leadership, problem-solving, follow-through, attention to detail, and written and verbal communication.
Experience leading projects through entire lifecycle from conception to launch to assessment.
Knowledge or experience around user experience, user-generated or peer-to-peer marketing.
How you work and what you value:
Culture Values: Relates and aligns with our mission and core values (drive impact, promote equity, build community, do hard things, learn and grow). Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Building Relationships: Develops beneficial internal and external relationships to achieve results. Consistently demonstrates the ability to work effectively with others across, including inspiring, challenging, and supporting self and others to be at our best.
Planning and Executing: Able to organize, prioritize, track, and manage workflow. Strong project manager who has strong attention to detail and executes to reach goals. Consistently tracks tasks to meet goals, timelines, and milestones, and effectively follows through on plans.
Strategic Thinking: Identifies and prioritizes opportunities to pursue and problems to solve. Makes connections between a range of data, information, or ideas and creates actionable strategies or solutions.
You are excited to innovate, enjoy the iterative nature of that work, and are an entrepreneurial self-starter.
ABOUT MAKING WAVES FOUNDATION
Making Waves Foundation is a private operating foundation located in Richmond, California. With a unique focus on college attendance and graduation, Making Waves Foundation has supported historically underrepresented and underserved students in pursuing their dreams for more than 30 years. The foundation supports Making Waves Academy, a public charter school in Richmond, California, educating more than 1,100 students, and leads a college success program, which provides coaching, scholarships, financial and career support for more than 500 college students as well as a network for more than 500 Wave-Maker alumni.
Our unique, holistic educational model supports students academically, socially, emotionally, and financially on their journey to, through, and beyond college. In 2020, Making Waves Foundation launched a new ten-year strategic plan centered on increasing the effectiveness of our existing program and expanding that programming to reach more students across Contra Costa County in the Bay Area.
RELEVANT POLICIES AT MAKING WAVES FOUNDATION
We require all staff members who work on-site to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, as defined by the CDC. Accommodations or exceptions can be requested directly to someone on the People & Culture Team for medical or religious reasons.
Making Waves Foundation strives to build a staff that reflects the cultural diversity of the communities that we partner with. Making Waves Foundation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We encourage BIPOC identifying individuals to apply.
Making Waves Education Foundation
Richmond, CA Hybrid
This position is perfect for an innovative fundraiser who loves building relationships and rallying others to make a powerful impact through philanthropy.
The Chief Development Officer will lead the next chapter of our organization’s fundraising efforts and will partner with teammates, board members, students, alumni, and donors to dramatically increase the number of underrepresented students in our region who achieve college and career success. The Chief Development Officer will build new networks of donors who are excited to fund our growth strategy and will steward our current donors to fund our core college access and success program that supports students from Making Waves Academy.
In the first two years, the Chief Development Officer will be responsible for:
Creating a strategy to grow and diversify our donor base,
Shaping a culture of philanthropy on our board and supporting board members to connect their networks to Making Waves programs and impact,
Building relationships with and growing funding from current donors and new networks,
Building inspiring programming that connects donors to our work, and
Achieving the annual $3.5m fundraising goal and identifying $500k in potential new funding.
This position reports to the CEO, Patrick O’Donnell, will hire and manage one full-time employee, and will have access to resources to hire consulting support as needed.
OUR COMMITMENT TO THE CHIEF DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
We are proud of the above market total rewards package to our employees in line with our guiding principles of centering transparency and equity, rewarding expertise and performance, and championing professional wellness. The Chief Development Officer is a full-time, exempt role, and will be eligible to receive:
A competitive base salary range of 146,400 – 219,600 based on requisite work experience and performance during the interview process. In line with our commitment to equity, fairness, and transparency, we have adopted a no salary negotiation policy.
Signing bonus of 5% of base salary to be paid in two installments: 50% on the first eligible payroll and 50% within 6 months of the hire date.
51 total days off per fiscal year (a combination of company-paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time)
100% employer paid medical (Kaiser HMO Platinum), vision, and dental benefits for the full-time staff member and a spouse/domestic partner or dependent child(ren).
Lunch on in-person days (5x a month) and free access to Grubhub+, 3% retirement match, a $750 HRA account to help fund mental health benefits, FSA for medical and childcare expenses, and an annual professional development stipend
A hybrid work environment where staff work from the office on five (5) common days a month with flexibility to work remotely otherwise. In-person meetings with donors will also be required as part of relationship building and donor cultivation and stewardship efforts. We provide a monthly wi-fi reimbursement and a home set-up stipend to set staff up to successfully work remotely.
RESPONSIBILITIES
This job description reflects Making Waves Foundation’s assignment of essential functions and qualifications of the role. Nothing in this herein restricts management's right to assign, reassign, or eliminate duties and responsibilities to this role at any time.
The Chief Development Officer’s primary responsibilities include:
Define fundraising strategy
Set a vision and strategy for fundraising at Making Waves and create annual and long-term fundraising goals across revenue streams, with a primary focus on individuals and foundations, that advance the organization’ strategic plan
Conduct a feasibility study, collaborating closely with the CEO and Board of Directors, to determine the needed board fundraising strategy to achieve our fundraising goals and advance our strategic plan
Build donor-facing programming to connect existing and potential donors to our work
Partner with the Chief Finance and Strategy Officer to set a vision for forecasting grounded in a weighted pipeline
Anticipate fundraising outcomes and create smart pivots and/or contingency plans to mitigate risk
Ensure that the organization is operating in Salesforce in ways that ensure strong data integrity and accurate reporting
Lead fundraising execution
Ensure that the organization consistently hits fundraising targets (estimated at $3.5mm for FY24).
Directly oversee a portfolio of existing donors and donor prospects, taking an active role in building relationships, expanding networks, cultivating donors, soliciting donations, and stewarding donors.
Leverage board members to actively engage their networks with Making Waves and building board members’ skill at telling our story.
Support the Foundation and Academy CEOs on the portfolio of high-profile donor relationships that they manage, and deploy them as part of a larger funder cultivation strategy
Maintaining existing funding levels for Making Waves Academy through strong stewardship of existing donors.
Leverage the Senior Leadership Team to engage their networks, cultivate and steward donors, and define donor strategy and proposals.
Serve as the board liaison, managing the scheduling, team preparation, and logistics of quarterly board meetings.
Collaborate across Making Waves Foundation and Making Waves Academy
Collaborate with the Director of Marketing & Storytelling to create donor-facing narratives, appeals, and stewardship.
Collaborate with Vice President of Partnerships to increase corporate funding, state funding, and earned income revenue.
Collaborate with the Chief Program Officer to translate programmatic efforts into creative, impactful appeals to prospective funders
Collaborate with the Chief Finance & Strategy Officer to create donor-facing budgets and to prepare revenue forecasting and projections
Collaborate with the Director of Product Innovation and VP of Community Development & Social Impact on funding our AI College Advisor and on government funding opportunities.
Lead, manage, and develop a high-performing and inclusive team
Partner with the Chief People & Operations Officer to hire and onboard a development support staff member
Lead team’s annual goal setting, reflection, and continuous learning
Monitor programmatic performance, assess strengths and growth areas, spot patterns, and define opportunities for action that put the team on track to achieve our student impact goals.
Set vision for and implement systems, processes, and rituals to cultivate a high performing, inclusive team (e.g., consistent 1:1 check-ins, team meetings, clear communication, etc.)
Set clear expectations for direct reports and empower them to lead with a commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Leverage experience and resources (e.g., team management software, MWF-sponsored management training) to build a culture of continuous feedback and development
Contribute to important cross-functional projects
Serve as a member of the Senior Leadership Team and Leadership Team
Participate in organization-wide systems, processes, and rituals (e.g., annual and quarterly goal setting, employee engagement surveys, All Hands); commit to providing feedback to improve our work in the future
Contribute to the development of a growing, fast-paced organization, including participation in events and programming as well as database and technology oversight and maintenance
Prioritize professional growth by researching, scheduling, and participating in professional development opportunities in service of your professional growth and impact on the organization
KEY EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
Minimum Qualifications:
10+ years of experience in and a passion for frontline fundraising, preferably in individual and/or foundation giving
Fundraising experience that includes leading the entire donor lifecycle with individuals and institutions resulting in 5, 6, and 7-figure gifts
Experience working with boards of directors to engage the board’s networks so that the board is playing a catalytic role in the organization’s ability to fundraise.
Experience working on a development team that successfully forecasts and conducts regular progress to goal conversations
Experience managing full time staff members to strong job performance and satisfaction
Preferred Qualifications:
A working knowledge of education systems, including schools and college access, and an excitement to stay current on trends within education at the national level and local to the Bay Area
Skills you have developed and knowledge you have acquired:
An adept operator who is capable of complex project management in a relationship funnel context and is highly effective at managing others to outcomes through solid and dotted lines
A highly relational professional with the capacity to build strong, trusting relationships at both Making Waves organizations and the gravitas to compel existing and potential donors to support our work
A strategist who approaches work through an analytical lens in service of thoughtful prioritization, disciplined and purposeful pivots, and contingency planning to ensure outcomes are met
An experienced fundraising professional with the content knowledge necessary to find success in this role:
Knowledge of best practices to identify and build network maps of high wealth individuals and institutions
Full understanding of the major gift donor life cycle and a depth of knowledge to drive differentiated strategy and approach across donors
Ability to oversee team and stakeholders towards strong data integrity
Ability to lead effective forecasting and progress to goal conversations
Ability both fully own donor relationships and to support executives to fundraise efficiently and effectively
How you work and what you value:
You relate with and align with our core values (drive impact, promote equity, build community, do hard things, learn and grow)
You have a deep and authentic commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and are eager to manage staff, serve on our leadership team, and lead our development function in ways that are fully centered on these values
You are excited to innovate, enjoy the iterative nature of that work, and are an entrepreneurial self-starter
You enjoy working on a team and will operate in ways that will build trust with teammates (integrity, reliability, empathy, etc.)
You enjoy fundraising, are driven by results, and will be satisfied in a leadership role that fully spans high level strategy to tactical execution
You have a deep belief in people and enjoy managing others and are adept at coaching and developing others to strong job performance and satisfaction outcomes
ABOUT MAKING WAVES FOUNDATION
Making Waves Foundation is an education nonprofit that supports historically underserved and underrepresented students to pursue college and career pathways that set them up for a thriving career, financial independence, and a choice-filled life.
We support Making Waves Academy (MWA), a 5-12 grade public charter school in Richmond, CA. After high school graduation, each of our students (we call them “Wave-Makers”) are invited to join our college success and early career program, where they can receive a need-based scholarship, one-to-one college coaching, and financial literacy training. Each year, we support over 1,200 students grades 5-12 and over 500 college students on their journeys to and through college. In 2020, Making Waves Foundation launched a new strategic plan to serve more students and families. We will do this by taking the best of what we’ve learned at Making Waves Academy about college access and the best of what we’ve learned at Making Waves Foundation about college success and work to increase the college attendance and graduation rate for low-income students across Contra Costa County and beyond.
RELEVANT POLICIES AT MAKING WAVES FOUNDATION
Making Waves Foundation is requiring all staff members who work on-site to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, as defined by the CDC. Accommodations or exceptions can be requested directly to someone on the People & Culture Team for medical or religious reasons.
Making Waves Foundation strives to build a staff that reflects the cultural diversity of the communities that we partner with. Making Waves Foundation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We encourage BIPOC identifying individuals to apply.
Jan 11, 2023
Full time
This position is perfect for an innovative fundraiser who loves building relationships and rallying others to make a powerful impact through philanthropy.
The Chief Development Officer will lead the next chapter of our organization’s fundraising efforts and will partner with teammates, board members, students, alumni, and donors to dramatically increase the number of underrepresented students in our region who achieve college and career success. The Chief Development Officer will build new networks of donors who are excited to fund our growth strategy and will steward our current donors to fund our core college access and success program that supports students from Making Waves Academy.
In the first two years, the Chief Development Officer will be responsible for:
Creating a strategy to grow and diversify our donor base,
Shaping a culture of philanthropy on our board and supporting board members to connect their networks to Making Waves programs and impact,
Building relationships with and growing funding from current donors and new networks,
Building inspiring programming that connects donors to our work, and
Achieving the annual $3.5m fundraising goal and identifying $500k in potential new funding.
This position reports to the CEO, Patrick O’Donnell, will hire and manage one full-time employee, and will have access to resources to hire consulting support as needed.
OUR COMMITMENT TO THE CHIEF DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
We are proud of the above market total rewards package to our employees in line with our guiding principles of centering transparency and equity, rewarding expertise and performance, and championing professional wellness. The Chief Development Officer is a full-time, exempt role, and will be eligible to receive:
A competitive base salary range of 146,400 – 219,600 based on requisite work experience and performance during the interview process. In line with our commitment to equity, fairness, and transparency, we have adopted a no salary negotiation policy.
Signing bonus of 5% of base salary to be paid in two installments: 50% on the first eligible payroll and 50% within 6 months of the hire date.
51 total days off per fiscal year (a combination of company-paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time)
100% employer paid medical (Kaiser HMO Platinum), vision, and dental benefits for the full-time staff member and a spouse/domestic partner or dependent child(ren).
Lunch on in-person days (5x a month) and free access to Grubhub+, 3% retirement match, a $750 HRA account to help fund mental health benefits, FSA for medical and childcare expenses, and an annual professional development stipend
A hybrid work environment where staff work from the office on five (5) common days a month with flexibility to work remotely otherwise. In-person meetings with donors will also be required as part of relationship building and donor cultivation and stewardship efforts. We provide a monthly wi-fi reimbursement and a home set-up stipend to set staff up to successfully work remotely.
RESPONSIBILITIES
This job description reflects Making Waves Foundation’s assignment of essential functions and qualifications of the role. Nothing in this herein restricts management's right to assign, reassign, or eliminate duties and responsibilities to this role at any time.
The Chief Development Officer’s primary responsibilities include:
Define fundraising strategy
Set a vision and strategy for fundraising at Making Waves and create annual and long-term fundraising goals across revenue streams, with a primary focus on individuals and foundations, that advance the organization’ strategic plan
Conduct a feasibility study, collaborating closely with the CEO and Board of Directors, to determine the needed board fundraising strategy to achieve our fundraising goals and advance our strategic plan
Build donor-facing programming to connect existing and potential donors to our work
Partner with the Chief Finance and Strategy Officer to set a vision for forecasting grounded in a weighted pipeline
Anticipate fundraising outcomes and create smart pivots and/or contingency plans to mitigate risk
Ensure that the organization is operating in Salesforce in ways that ensure strong data integrity and accurate reporting
Lead fundraising execution
Ensure that the organization consistently hits fundraising targets (estimated at $3.5mm for FY24).
Directly oversee a portfolio of existing donors and donor prospects, taking an active role in building relationships, expanding networks, cultivating donors, soliciting donations, and stewarding donors.
Leverage board members to actively engage their networks with Making Waves and building board members’ skill at telling our story.
Support the Foundation and Academy CEOs on the portfolio of high-profile donor relationships that they manage, and deploy them as part of a larger funder cultivation strategy
Maintaining existing funding levels for Making Waves Academy through strong stewardship of existing donors.
Leverage the Senior Leadership Team to engage their networks, cultivate and steward donors, and define donor strategy and proposals.
Serve as the board liaison, managing the scheduling, team preparation, and logistics of quarterly board meetings.
Collaborate across Making Waves Foundation and Making Waves Academy
Collaborate with the Director of Marketing & Storytelling to create donor-facing narratives, appeals, and stewardship.
Collaborate with Vice President of Partnerships to increase corporate funding, state funding, and earned income revenue.
Collaborate with the Chief Program Officer to translate programmatic efforts into creative, impactful appeals to prospective funders
Collaborate with the Chief Finance & Strategy Officer to create donor-facing budgets and to prepare revenue forecasting and projections
Collaborate with the Director of Product Innovation and VP of Community Development & Social Impact on funding our AI College Advisor and on government funding opportunities.
Lead, manage, and develop a high-performing and inclusive team
Partner with the Chief People & Operations Officer to hire and onboard a development support staff member
Lead team’s annual goal setting, reflection, and continuous learning
Monitor programmatic performance, assess strengths and growth areas, spot patterns, and define opportunities for action that put the team on track to achieve our student impact goals.
Set vision for and implement systems, processes, and rituals to cultivate a high performing, inclusive team (e.g., consistent 1:1 check-ins, team meetings, clear communication, etc.)
Set clear expectations for direct reports and empower them to lead with a commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Leverage experience and resources (e.g., team management software, MWF-sponsored management training) to build a culture of continuous feedback and development
Contribute to important cross-functional projects
Serve as a member of the Senior Leadership Team and Leadership Team
Participate in organization-wide systems, processes, and rituals (e.g., annual and quarterly goal setting, employee engagement surveys, All Hands); commit to providing feedback to improve our work in the future
Contribute to the development of a growing, fast-paced organization, including participation in events and programming as well as database and technology oversight and maintenance
Prioritize professional growth by researching, scheduling, and participating in professional development opportunities in service of your professional growth and impact on the organization
KEY EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
Minimum Qualifications:
10+ years of experience in and a passion for frontline fundraising, preferably in individual and/or foundation giving
Fundraising experience that includes leading the entire donor lifecycle with individuals and institutions resulting in 5, 6, and 7-figure gifts
Experience working with boards of directors to engage the board’s networks so that the board is playing a catalytic role in the organization’s ability to fundraise.
Experience working on a development team that successfully forecasts and conducts regular progress to goal conversations
Experience managing full time staff members to strong job performance and satisfaction
Preferred Qualifications:
A working knowledge of education systems, including schools and college access, and an excitement to stay current on trends within education at the national level and local to the Bay Area
Skills you have developed and knowledge you have acquired:
An adept operator who is capable of complex project management in a relationship funnel context and is highly effective at managing others to outcomes through solid and dotted lines
A highly relational professional with the capacity to build strong, trusting relationships at both Making Waves organizations and the gravitas to compel existing and potential donors to support our work
A strategist who approaches work through an analytical lens in service of thoughtful prioritization, disciplined and purposeful pivots, and contingency planning to ensure outcomes are met
An experienced fundraising professional with the content knowledge necessary to find success in this role:
Knowledge of best practices to identify and build network maps of high wealth individuals and institutions
Full understanding of the major gift donor life cycle and a depth of knowledge to drive differentiated strategy and approach across donors
Ability to oversee team and stakeholders towards strong data integrity
Ability to lead effective forecasting and progress to goal conversations
Ability both fully own donor relationships and to support executives to fundraise efficiently and effectively
How you work and what you value:
You relate with and align with our core values (drive impact, promote equity, build community, do hard things, learn and grow)
You have a deep and authentic commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and are eager to manage staff, serve on our leadership team, and lead our development function in ways that are fully centered on these values
You are excited to innovate, enjoy the iterative nature of that work, and are an entrepreneurial self-starter
You enjoy working on a team and will operate in ways that will build trust with teammates (integrity, reliability, empathy, etc.)
You enjoy fundraising, are driven by results, and will be satisfied in a leadership role that fully spans high level strategy to tactical execution
You have a deep belief in people and enjoy managing others and are adept at coaching and developing others to strong job performance and satisfaction outcomes
ABOUT MAKING WAVES FOUNDATION
Making Waves Foundation is an education nonprofit that supports historically underserved and underrepresented students to pursue college and career pathways that set them up for a thriving career, financial independence, and a choice-filled life.
We support Making Waves Academy (MWA), a 5-12 grade public charter school in Richmond, CA. After high school graduation, each of our students (we call them “Wave-Makers”) are invited to join our college success and early career program, where they can receive a need-based scholarship, one-to-one college coaching, and financial literacy training. Each year, we support over 1,200 students grades 5-12 and over 500 college students on their journeys to and through college. In 2020, Making Waves Foundation launched a new strategic plan to serve more students and families. We will do this by taking the best of what we’ve learned at Making Waves Academy about college access and the best of what we’ve learned at Making Waves Foundation about college success and work to increase the college attendance and graduation rate for low-income students across Contra Costa County and beyond.
RELEVANT POLICIES AT MAKING WAVES FOUNDATION
Making Waves Foundation is requiring all staff members who work on-site to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, as defined by the CDC. Accommodations or exceptions can be requested directly to someone on the People & Culture Team for medical or religious reasons.
Making Waves Foundation strives to build a staff that reflects the cultural diversity of the communities that we partner with. Making Waves Foundation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We encourage BIPOC identifying individuals to apply.
Alliance Health
Charlotte, North Carolina Morrisville, North Carolina Fayetteville, North Carolina Smithfield, North Carolina
Description
The Internal Auditor II provides senior level staff advisory, consultative, and audit work to include the preparation of audit programs and independent review of various functions, policies, and programs for soundness, adequacy, and application. The position ensures resources are efficiently and effectively employed, operating in compliance with the Institute of Internal Auditors International Standards and brings a systematic and disciplined approach to evaluating and improving governance, risk management and internal control in the achievement of business objectives.
This position will allow the successful candidate to work a flexible and primarily remote schedule. A minimum of one day a week working in-office will be required.
Responsibilities & Duties
Auditing
Drive internal audit initiatives, special projects, and improvement initiatives.
Design and implement key metrics.
Evaluate the adequacy, effectiveness and efficiency of the systems of internal control of ongoing operations
Perform detailed review of work files.
Review audit responses and action plans developed by the auditee/management.
Conduct periodic audit follow-up reviews to assess and report on progress or completion of management’s corrective actions.
Conduct other audit and compliance activity, such as internal investigations, as assigned.
Prepare internal audit and consulting reports for completed engagements for Director of Internal Audit review.
Design and Implement Internal Controls, Strategy, Policies, and Procedures
Implement and promote internal audit policies and standards.
Define and implement audit methodology procedures, tools, etc.
Align audit activities with internal audit strategy, goals, and objectives.
Design and review audit work programs, testing strategies, and detailed testing procedures.
Assist in defining and managing content for the internal audit manual.
Develop and review engagement scope and objectives.
Contribute to the development of the internal audit training program; work with supervisor to establish training goals.
Risk Management
Actively participate in all phases of risk assessment and annual audit planning and execution.
Assist in the annual system-wide Enterprise Risk Management risk assessment cycle
Staff Advisor
Provide first level of review on audit issue and report write-ups completed by internal audit staff.
Provide mentoring and coaching to internal auditor staff and compliance auditors (analysts).
Communication & Relationship Management
Effectively communicate with internal audit staff, Director of Internal audit, and Alliance management.
Build relationships with key constituents and serve as a resource of professional advice, as appropriate.
Build and nurture key management and business relationships
Manage external relationships – external auditors, regulators and consultants.
Communicate the results of audit activities via written reports and oral presentations to auditee management when needed, to other specified stakeholders.
Minimum Requirements
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration or other appropriate area from an accredited college or university plus a minimum of seven (7) years’ auditing experience, or experience related to the field, including three (3) years in managed care or government in a compliance or audit capacity;
or
Master’s degree in accounting, business administration or other appropriate area from an accredited college or university plus a minimum of five (5) years’ auditing experience, or experience related to the field, including three (3) years in managed care or government in a compliance or audit capacity.
Contract review and/or delegation experience is strongly preferred
One of the following professional certifications is required
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC)
Accredited Healthcare Fraud Investigator (AHFI)
Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA)
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
Certified Financial Analyst (CFA)
Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
Certified Financial Services Auditor (CFSA)
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities-
Knowledge in auditing standards, compliance standards, enterprise risk management, and audit best practices.
Knowledge of state and federal Medicaid laws, administrative rules, state policies, and other guidelines.
General understanding of all major MCO functions. Particularly as they relate to claims processing, utilization reviews, grievance management, provider credentialing, and contracting.
Ability to interpret contractual agreements and other business documents.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle highly sensitive information with discretion.
Ability to evaluate financial documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
Ability to communicate professionally and succinctly with various stakeholders.
Excellent analytical, decision-making, and time management skills.
Ability to analyze financial data and identify concerning trends, patterns, and other risks.
Knowledge of investigative techniques and methods, such as interviewing, gathering evidence, etc.
Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel)
Ability to maintain professional competencies related to the internal audit profession, internal control issues, and other relevant topics.
Salary Range
$68,360-$117,679/Annually
Aug 18, 2022
Full time
Description
The Internal Auditor II provides senior level staff advisory, consultative, and audit work to include the preparation of audit programs and independent review of various functions, policies, and programs for soundness, adequacy, and application. The position ensures resources are efficiently and effectively employed, operating in compliance with the Institute of Internal Auditors International Standards and brings a systematic and disciplined approach to evaluating and improving governance, risk management and internal control in the achievement of business objectives.
This position will allow the successful candidate to work a flexible and primarily remote schedule. A minimum of one day a week working in-office will be required.
Responsibilities & Duties
Auditing
Drive internal audit initiatives, special projects, and improvement initiatives.
Design and implement key metrics.
Evaluate the adequacy, effectiveness and efficiency of the systems of internal control of ongoing operations
Perform detailed review of work files.
Review audit responses and action plans developed by the auditee/management.
Conduct periodic audit follow-up reviews to assess and report on progress or completion of management’s corrective actions.
Conduct other audit and compliance activity, such as internal investigations, as assigned.
Prepare internal audit and consulting reports for completed engagements for Director of Internal Audit review.
Design and Implement Internal Controls, Strategy, Policies, and Procedures
Implement and promote internal audit policies and standards.
Define and implement audit methodology procedures, tools, etc.
Align audit activities with internal audit strategy, goals, and objectives.
Design and review audit work programs, testing strategies, and detailed testing procedures.
Assist in defining and managing content for the internal audit manual.
Develop and review engagement scope and objectives.
Contribute to the development of the internal audit training program; work with supervisor to establish training goals.
Risk Management
Actively participate in all phases of risk assessment and annual audit planning and execution.
Assist in the annual system-wide Enterprise Risk Management risk assessment cycle
Staff Advisor
Provide first level of review on audit issue and report write-ups completed by internal audit staff.
Provide mentoring and coaching to internal auditor staff and compliance auditors (analysts).
Communication & Relationship Management
Effectively communicate with internal audit staff, Director of Internal audit, and Alliance management.
Build relationships with key constituents and serve as a resource of professional advice, as appropriate.
Build and nurture key management and business relationships
Manage external relationships – external auditors, regulators and consultants.
Communicate the results of audit activities via written reports and oral presentations to auditee management when needed, to other specified stakeholders.
Minimum Requirements
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration or other appropriate area from an accredited college or university plus a minimum of seven (7) years’ auditing experience, or experience related to the field, including three (3) years in managed care or government in a compliance or audit capacity;
or
Master’s degree in accounting, business administration or other appropriate area from an accredited college or university plus a minimum of five (5) years’ auditing experience, or experience related to the field, including three (3) years in managed care or government in a compliance or audit capacity.
Contract review and/or delegation experience is strongly preferred
One of the following professional certifications is required
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC)
Accredited Healthcare Fraud Investigator (AHFI)
Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA)
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
Certified Financial Analyst (CFA)
Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
Certified Financial Services Auditor (CFSA)
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities-
Knowledge in auditing standards, compliance standards, enterprise risk management, and audit best practices.
Knowledge of state and federal Medicaid laws, administrative rules, state policies, and other guidelines.
General understanding of all major MCO functions. Particularly as they relate to claims processing, utilization reviews, grievance management, provider credentialing, and contracting.
Ability to interpret contractual agreements and other business documents.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle highly sensitive information with discretion.
Ability to evaluate financial documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
Ability to communicate professionally and succinctly with various stakeholders.
Excellent analytical, decision-making, and time management skills.
Ability to analyze financial data and identify concerning trends, patterns, and other risks.
Knowledge of investigative techniques and methods, such as interviewing, gathering evidence, etc.
Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel)
Ability to maintain professional competencies related to the internal audit profession, internal control issues, and other relevant topics.
Salary Range
$68,360-$117,679/Annually
Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14.2 (Download PDF reader) , Washington State employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination as part of the hiring process, prior to their start date. Requests for medical and religious exemptions will be considered. If you have questions, please contact Careers@ecy.wa.gov with “ COVID-19 vaccination ” in the subject line.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Washington State Department of Ecology has an exciting opportunity for an executive-level Information Solutions strategist and proven technology team leader who is looking to leverage their experience and passion for technology services to protect, preserve, and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations.
As the Chief Information Officer (CIO) for Ecology, this position is highly visible and reports directly to the Director of Ecology to achieve our mission by aligning and directing the agency's Information Technology (IT) capability and capacity to achieve our business strategies.
This position plays a significant role within the agency's executive leadership team and serves as the chair of Ecology's IT Governance Committee, working with key business and operational stakeholders across the agency. It also plays a critical role within the State IT enterprise, representing Ecology on State IT boards, and working closely with the Office of the Chief Information Officer, State of Washington Technology Services (WaTech), Office of Financial Management, local and federal agencies, Tribal entities, private vendors, legislative staff, and other state agencies for all things related to information technology.
This is a fast-paced and challenging position for a proven information services integration leader. It is an opportunity to provide leadership to a successful IT senior-level management team that develops and executes strategic plans around agency-wide information services and initiatives ensuring a service-oriented experience with internal customers. This executive will lead a team of more than 110 employees, plus additional IT contractors.
This position is located in our headquarters office in Lacey, Washington .
During Healthy Washington Roadmap to Recovery, employees are working a combination of in-office and/or telework based on position and business need. Ecology is following current state guidance regarding mask requirements and health-screening questions before entry.
Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of May 13, 2022 . In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before May 12, 2022 . The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
About the Department of Ecology
Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
A wellness program that offers education, fitness classes, and an agency-wide fondness for outdoor meetings.
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
Our commitment to DEIR Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity : We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions. Equity : We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive. Inclusion : We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work. Respect : We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement. We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued.
Duties
What you will be doing:
Director of the Information Technology Services Office (ITSO) The Chief Information Officer is responsible for 110+ full-time employees and has six (6) direct reports, the highest of which are Senior IT Managers overseeing business services, architecture design, infrastructure, operations, and project management and planning. This position is the appointing authority for all new hires, approves all personnel actions and oversees the performance management direction. This position is responsible for the:
Development of biennial spending plans based on strategic priorities.
Development of a cost allocation biennial budget based on spending plans and strategic priorities.
$33 million biennial operating budget.
In addition, the CIO has significant responsibilities in purchasing and contracts through delegated authority up to $500,000 on Information Technology contracts, purchases, maintenance agreements, telephone equipment purchases, WaTech and Department of Enterprise Services IT related Service Level Agreements.
Serves as the Chief Technology / Information Officer
This position has the responsibility for IT governance, leadership, development and implementation of the agency's information technology direction, plans, policies and standards. Specifically, this position is responsible for:
Policy and direction for IT related services.
Ensuring agency IT work is done according to policies, standards, and best practices.
Assuring agency and program applications and related investments receive architecture reviews to facilitate cross-media data integration, consistency and reuse of application components thereby ensuring application investments align with agency and state strategic priorities.
Ensuring agency IT staff are developing applications using a consistent methodology, standards and best practices.
Measuring and evaluating the performance of computer and network systems, including the design and implementation of new methods, policies and procedures for the best use of resources (people, software, and hardware).
Who are we looking for ?
We are searching for an innovator with impeccable leadership skills that is ready to team with a large group of dedicated professionals committed to meeting the evolving information technology needs of a large agency. A leader with heart who can communicate and influence change, modeling the highest standards of ethics, follow-through, and accountability. Key attributes of who we are searching for include:
Strong communication and problem solving skills
Collaborative and inclusive approach
Commitment to the highest quality products and information technology services
Ability to leverage the creativity and innovation of others to deliver services, problem solve and improve processes.
A Key Member of Ecology's Executive Management Team This position is a key member of the agency's Executive Management Team, with responsibility for:
Managing the agency's strategic planning and direction for Ecology's IT related services.
Developing and implementing Ecology's statewide Information Services policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards pertaining to Ecology's IT infrastructure, application, and data architecture.
Representing the agency with WaTech, Office of the CIO, OFM, other state agencies, federal agencies, local governments, tribal entities, private vendors, and legislative staff on agency IT related matters.
Representing the agency in IT consults, investment plans, and architecture reviews with Office of the CIO and WaTech to ensure that network, desktop, and infrastructure investments are consistent with statewide strategic direction.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, educational and volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify.
Eleven (11) years of experience and/or education:
Experience : with increasing responsibilities for managing and supporting professional information technology services and solutions that span multiple functional areas (application development and maintenance, GIS, server operations, infrastructure, IT security, enterprise architecture, network/desktop services, project management, etc.). which includes the following:
Five (5) years of professional level supervisory responsibility, including experience-managing supervisors.
Providing direction to mid-level managers and supervisors which included coaching, training, recruitment, evaluation, and performance.
Providing oversight of a program's diverse functions combining and directing all aspects to meet overall program objectives.
A minimum of five (5) years of budget management experience.
A minimum of three (3) years of strategic planning experience (annual or biennial based business plan) including the ability to conceptualize and articulate the future direction of a program.
Please note: Experience in each of the areas may have been gained concurrently.
Education: in Business Administration , Public Administration, Information Technology or Governance, Environmental Science, Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics ( STEM ) or other related fields.
All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position:
Possible Combinations | College credit hours or degree | Years of required experience - as listed above
Combination 1 | No college credit hours or degree. | 11 years of experience
Combination 2 | 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits. | 10 years of experience
Combination 3 | 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree). | 9 years of experience
Combination 4 | 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits. | 8 years of experience
Combination 5 | A Bachelor's Degree. | 7 years of experience
Combination 6 | A Master’s Degree or higher. | 5 years of experience
Desired Qualifications:
We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Project Management certification and/or organization skills and understanding of the unique aspects of sponsoring a project and supporting enterprise wide projects.
Change Management certification and knowledge/experience leading work with understanding the human element of organizational change.
Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up on the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page.
If you are reading this announcement in print format , please enter the following URL to your search engine to apply: https://ecology.wa.gov/About-us/Get-to-know-us/Jobs-at-Ecology .
Application Instructions: It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
Three professional references.
Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable. For Your Privacy: When attaching documents to your application (such as Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):
Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.
Do not attach documents that are password-protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.
Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees: Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources. Application Attestation: The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. Other Information:
If you have specific questions about the position, please email Heather Bartlett at: Heather.Bartlett@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not contact Heather to inquire about the status of your application. To request the full position description: email careers@ecy.wa.gov
Why work for Ecology? As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability. Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. Ecology employees may be eligible for the following: Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave *, 11 Paid Holidays per year *, Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader) , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth *See the Benefits tab in this announcement for more information Student debt: how working for Ecology can help The Department of Ecology is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF). See https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more details.
To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at www.ecology.wa.gov and follow, like or visit us on LinkedIn , Twitter , Facebook , Instagram or our blog .
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186 . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
Apr 29, 2022
Full time
Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14.2 (Download PDF reader) , Washington State employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination as part of the hiring process, prior to their start date. Requests for medical and religious exemptions will be considered. If you have questions, please contact Careers@ecy.wa.gov with “ COVID-19 vaccination ” in the subject line.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Washington State Department of Ecology has an exciting opportunity for an executive-level Information Solutions strategist and proven technology team leader who is looking to leverage their experience and passion for technology services to protect, preserve, and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations.
As the Chief Information Officer (CIO) for Ecology, this position is highly visible and reports directly to the Director of Ecology to achieve our mission by aligning and directing the agency's Information Technology (IT) capability and capacity to achieve our business strategies.
This position plays a significant role within the agency's executive leadership team and serves as the chair of Ecology's IT Governance Committee, working with key business and operational stakeholders across the agency. It also plays a critical role within the State IT enterprise, representing Ecology on State IT boards, and working closely with the Office of the Chief Information Officer, State of Washington Technology Services (WaTech), Office of Financial Management, local and federal agencies, Tribal entities, private vendors, legislative staff, and other state agencies for all things related to information technology.
This is a fast-paced and challenging position for a proven information services integration leader. It is an opportunity to provide leadership to a successful IT senior-level management team that develops and executes strategic plans around agency-wide information services and initiatives ensuring a service-oriented experience with internal customers. This executive will lead a team of more than 110 employees, plus additional IT contractors.
This position is located in our headquarters office in Lacey, Washington .
During Healthy Washington Roadmap to Recovery, employees are working a combination of in-office and/or telework based on position and business need. Ecology is following current state guidance regarding mask requirements and health-screening questions before entry.
Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of May 13, 2022 . In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before May 12, 2022 . The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
About the Department of Ecology
Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
A wellness program that offers education, fitness classes, and an agency-wide fondness for outdoor meetings.
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
Our commitment to DEIR Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity : We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions. Equity : We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive. Inclusion : We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work. Respect : We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement. We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued.
Duties
What you will be doing:
Director of the Information Technology Services Office (ITSO) The Chief Information Officer is responsible for 110+ full-time employees and has six (6) direct reports, the highest of which are Senior IT Managers overseeing business services, architecture design, infrastructure, operations, and project management and planning. This position is the appointing authority for all new hires, approves all personnel actions and oversees the performance management direction. This position is responsible for the:
Development of biennial spending plans based on strategic priorities.
Development of a cost allocation biennial budget based on spending plans and strategic priorities.
$33 million biennial operating budget.
In addition, the CIO has significant responsibilities in purchasing and contracts through delegated authority up to $500,000 on Information Technology contracts, purchases, maintenance agreements, telephone equipment purchases, WaTech and Department of Enterprise Services IT related Service Level Agreements.
Serves as the Chief Technology / Information Officer
This position has the responsibility for IT governance, leadership, development and implementation of the agency's information technology direction, plans, policies and standards. Specifically, this position is responsible for:
Policy and direction for IT related services.
Ensuring agency IT work is done according to policies, standards, and best practices.
Assuring agency and program applications and related investments receive architecture reviews to facilitate cross-media data integration, consistency and reuse of application components thereby ensuring application investments align with agency and state strategic priorities.
Ensuring agency IT staff are developing applications using a consistent methodology, standards and best practices.
Measuring and evaluating the performance of computer and network systems, including the design and implementation of new methods, policies and procedures for the best use of resources (people, software, and hardware).
Who are we looking for ?
We are searching for an innovator with impeccable leadership skills that is ready to team with a large group of dedicated professionals committed to meeting the evolving information technology needs of a large agency. A leader with heart who can communicate and influence change, modeling the highest standards of ethics, follow-through, and accountability. Key attributes of who we are searching for include:
Strong communication and problem solving skills
Collaborative and inclusive approach
Commitment to the highest quality products and information technology services
Ability to leverage the creativity and innovation of others to deliver services, problem solve and improve processes.
A Key Member of Ecology's Executive Management Team This position is a key member of the agency's Executive Management Team, with responsibility for:
Managing the agency's strategic planning and direction for Ecology's IT related services.
Developing and implementing Ecology's statewide Information Services policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards pertaining to Ecology's IT infrastructure, application, and data architecture.
Representing the agency with WaTech, Office of the CIO, OFM, other state agencies, federal agencies, local governments, tribal entities, private vendors, and legislative staff on agency IT related matters.
Representing the agency in IT consults, investment plans, and architecture reviews with Office of the CIO and WaTech to ensure that network, desktop, and infrastructure investments are consistent with statewide strategic direction.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, educational and volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify.
Eleven (11) years of experience and/or education:
Experience : with increasing responsibilities for managing and supporting professional information technology services and solutions that span multiple functional areas (application development and maintenance, GIS, server operations, infrastructure, IT security, enterprise architecture, network/desktop services, project management, etc.). which includes the following:
Five (5) years of professional level supervisory responsibility, including experience-managing supervisors.
Providing direction to mid-level managers and supervisors which included coaching, training, recruitment, evaluation, and performance.
Providing oversight of a program's diverse functions combining and directing all aspects to meet overall program objectives.
A minimum of five (5) years of budget management experience.
A minimum of three (3) years of strategic planning experience (annual or biennial based business plan) including the ability to conceptualize and articulate the future direction of a program.
Please note: Experience in each of the areas may have been gained concurrently.
Education: in Business Administration , Public Administration, Information Technology or Governance, Environmental Science, Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics ( STEM ) or other related fields.
All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position:
Possible Combinations | College credit hours or degree | Years of required experience - as listed above
Combination 1 | No college credit hours or degree. | 11 years of experience
Combination 2 | 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits. | 10 years of experience
Combination 3 | 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree). | 9 years of experience
Combination 4 | 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits. | 8 years of experience
Combination 5 | A Bachelor's Degree. | 7 years of experience
Combination 6 | A Master’s Degree or higher. | 5 years of experience
Desired Qualifications:
We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Project Management certification and/or organization skills and understanding of the unique aspects of sponsoring a project and supporting enterprise wide projects.
Change Management certification and knowledge/experience leading work with understanding the human element of organizational change.
Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up on the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page.
If you are reading this announcement in print format , please enter the following URL to your search engine to apply: https://ecology.wa.gov/About-us/Get-to-know-us/Jobs-at-Ecology .
Application Instructions: It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
Three professional references.
Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable. For Your Privacy: When attaching documents to your application (such as Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):
Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.
Do not attach documents that are password-protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.
Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees: Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources. Application Attestation: The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. Other Information:
If you have specific questions about the position, please email Heather Bartlett at: Heather.Bartlett@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not contact Heather to inquire about the status of your application. To request the full position description: email careers@ecy.wa.gov
Why work for Ecology? As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability. Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. Ecology employees may be eligible for the following: Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave *, 11 Paid Holidays per year *, Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader) , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth *See the Benefits tab in this announcement for more information Student debt: how working for Ecology can help The Department of Ecology is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF). See https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more details.
To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at www.ecology.wa.gov and follow, like or visit us on LinkedIn , Twitter , Facebook , Instagram or our blog .
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186 . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
University of South Carolina Upstate
Spartanburg, SC
Assistant Director of Disability Services University of South Carolina Upstate STA01073PO21 Spartanburg, SC www.uscupstate.edu The Assistant Director of Disability Services is responsible for providing front line professional assistance to the Office of Disability Services to include: conducting initial and returning student interviews, establishing/facilitating accommodations for students, managing student files and records, coordinating Alternative Testing programs, and consultations with students, faculty, and staff. Assistant Director will also be responsible for management and delivery of academic coaching for students with disabilities.
Provides front line professional assistance to the office of Disability Services to include conducting initial interviews and returning students appointments and establishing/facilitating accommodations under the supervision of the Director of Disability Services.
Coordinates and provides direct services for students with disabilities, to include: coordinating any assistance technologies with third party vendors or staff, facilitating test accommodations (including test acquisition, proctoring, return and security), managing student files and records, reviewing documentation, preparing correspondence for students.
Manages Academic Coaching program for students.
Assists Director with managing data of all services and helps to interpret that data in order to assess the department.
Responsible, together with Director, to serve as a consultant to faculty, staff and students on ADA issues.
Assists Director in development and revision of student policies and procedures for the office. Assists in the development and revision of printed and online information disseminated from the office.
Manages student files, ensures accommodations listed in software are appropriate and adds as needed, maintains students databases.
Performs other duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in special education, counseling, psychology, social work, or related field and four years of related experience in an educational field. Successful background check is required. Preferred Qualifications: Prefer work experience in a college setting.
Salary: $41,729 - $58,425; Salary commensurate with education and experience. For more information and/or to apply, go to: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/107239
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.
Feb 21, 2022
Full time
Assistant Director of Disability Services University of South Carolina Upstate STA01073PO21 Spartanburg, SC www.uscupstate.edu The Assistant Director of Disability Services is responsible for providing front line professional assistance to the Office of Disability Services to include: conducting initial and returning student interviews, establishing/facilitating accommodations for students, managing student files and records, coordinating Alternative Testing programs, and consultations with students, faculty, and staff. Assistant Director will also be responsible for management and delivery of academic coaching for students with disabilities.
Provides front line professional assistance to the office of Disability Services to include conducting initial interviews and returning students appointments and establishing/facilitating accommodations under the supervision of the Director of Disability Services.
Coordinates and provides direct services for students with disabilities, to include: coordinating any assistance technologies with third party vendors or staff, facilitating test accommodations (including test acquisition, proctoring, return and security), managing student files and records, reviewing documentation, preparing correspondence for students.
Manages Academic Coaching program for students.
Assists Director with managing data of all services and helps to interpret that data in order to assess the department.
Responsible, together with Director, to serve as a consultant to faculty, staff and students on ADA issues.
Assists Director in development and revision of student policies and procedures for the office. Assists in the development and revision of printed and online information disseminated from the office.
Manages student files, ensures accommodations listed in software are appropriate and adds as needed, maintains students databases.
Performs other duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in special education, counseling, psychology, social work, or related field and four years of related experience in an educational field. Successful background check is required. Preferred Qualifications: Prefer work experience in a college setting.
Salary: $41,729 - $58,425; Salary commensurate with education and experience. For more information and/or to apply, go to: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/107239
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.
University of South Carolina Upstate
Spartanburg, SC
Head Coach – eSports University of South Carolina Upstate STA00230PO22 Spartanburg, SC www.uscupstate.edu The Head Coach of eSports provides leadership and vision for the Varsity eSports program, which will be competing with other schools across the Big South Conference and participating in national tournaments. The Head Coach hires and supervises an eSports coaching staff; recruits student-athletes in partnership with Enrollment Services; mentors students, and creates competitive varsity teams. The Head Coach is responsible for mission development, and supervision of a comprehensive program including current games and growth/change in game offerings. This individual will successfully lead and oversee the eSports program in a cost-effective manner. Responsible for developing a healthy community of gamers and enhancing revenue, as well growing sponsor/partner/donor revenue to support the Varsity eSports program.
Develop and maintain a varsity eSports program:
Coach, strategize, encourage, discipline and assess student-athlete development, conduct and team position.
Conduct recruitment activities in accordance with any eSports governing body.
Develop rules and regulations for team membership and activities.
Coordinate recruitment and scholarship activities with the Vice Chancellor for Enrollment Services.
Establish an effective schedule for practices and games (league & tournament schedule coordination).
Supervise a temporary assistant coach, and/or Graduate Assistant. Work with assistant coaches to develop a competition season and coordinate any travel.
Promotion of Program:
Develop, organize and direct the fund-raising and sponsorship activities through advertising and vendor contacts for the varsity eSports program.
Organize and manage summer camps for prospective eSports student-athletes.
Promote attendance at eSports events by providing information for students, faculty, staff and the public.
Assist with maintaining information on the web page and coordinate television, print and radio information.
Connect eSports with academic programs that help all of Campus Recreation recruit interns, student employees, graduate assistants, etc.
Student Success:
Oversee the academic progress of student athletes and maintain high levels of retention and graduation.
Provide academic progress monitoring and develop guidelines around player usage.
Provide health and wellness education/programming for members of the team.
Administrative Functions:
Collaborate with Assistant Director for Campus Recreation to maintain eSports equipment and facility.
Assist Assistant Director in preparing a budget within established guidelines.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree. One year of experience in metagame knowledge (i.e. strategies, play patterns, and dynamics of competitive play) for eSports Titles (e.g. League of Legends, Valorant, and Rocket League). Requires a valid driver’s license, good driving record and a successful background check. Some travel with be necessary with student groups.
Preferred Qualifications: At least one year of successful recruiting and coaching experience in eSports at the high school or college level. Current player ranking in one of the relevant eSports Titles preferred. Salary: $35,568 - $42,000; Salary commensurate with education and experience.
For more information and/or to apply, go to: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/115422
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.
Feb 17, 2022
Full time
Head Coach – eSports University of South Carolina Upstate STA00230PO22 Spartanburg, SC www.uscupstate.edu The Head Coach of eSports provides leadership and vision for the Varsity eSports program, which will be competing with other schools across the Big South Conference and participating in national tournaments. The Head Coach hires and supervises an eSports coaching staff; recruits student-athletes in partnership with Enrollment Services; mentors students, and creates competitive varsity teams. The Head Coach is responsible for mission development, and supervision of a comprehensive program including current games and growth/change in game offerings. This individual will successfully lead and oversee the eSports program in a cost-effective manner. Responsible for developing a healthy community of gamers and enhancing revenue, as well growing sponsor/partner/donor revenue to support the Varsity eSports program.
Develop and maintain a varsity eSports program:
Coach, strategize, encourage, discipline and assess student-athlete development, conduct and team position.
Conduct recruitment activities in accordance with any eSports governing body.
Develop rules and regulations for team membership and activities.
Coordinate recruitment and scholarship activities with the Vice Chancellor for Enrollment Services.
Establish an effective schedule for practices and games (league & tournament schedule coordination).
Supervise a temporary assistant coach, and/or Graduate Assistant. Work with assistant coaches to develop a competition season and coordinate any travel.
Promotion of Program:
Develop, organize and direct the fund-raising and sponsorship activities through advertising and vendor contacts for the varsity eSports program.
Organize and manage summer camps for prospective eSports student-athletes.
Promote attendance at eSports events by providing information for students, faculty, staff and the public.
Assist with maintaining information on the web page and coordinate television, print and radio information.
Connect eSports with academic programs that help all of Campus Recreation recruit interns, student employees, graduate assistants, etc.
Student Success:
Oversee the academic progress of student athletes and maintain high levels of retention and graduation.
Provide academic progress monitoring and develop guidelines around player usage.
Provide health and wellness education/programming for members of the team.
Administrative Functions:
Collaborate with Assistant Director for Campus Recreation to maintain eSports equipment and facility.
Assist Assistant Director in preparing a budget within established guidelines.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree. One year of experience in metagame knowledge (i.e. strategies, play patterns, and dynamics of competitive play) for eSports Titles (e.g. League of Legends, Valorant, and Rocket League). Requires a valid driver’s license, good driving record and a successful background check. Some travel with be necessary with student groups.
Preferred Qualifications: At least one year of successful recruiting and coaching experience in eSports at the high school or college level. Current player ranking in one of the relevant eSports Titles preferred. Salary: $35,568 - $42,000; Salary commensurate with education and experience.
For more information and/or to apply, go to: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/115422
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.
Director of Student Services
(Somerville Campus)
ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW
About Us and Our Philosophy
Breakthrough Greater Boston (BTGB) is a transformative college access and teacher training program. BTGB offers six years of academic enrichment and college preparation to middle school and high school students with high potential but limited opportunities. Simultaneously, BTGB recruits, trains and inspires a diverse cohort of high achieving college students to become the next generation of urban teachers. Leveraging a Students Teaching Students model, BTGB provides engaging, tuition-free academic programming during the summer and after school. Our students gain the skills and motivation to succeed in rigorous high school courses and, ultimately, in college. Meanwhile, our teachers gain hands-on experience, research-based training and coaching from professional educators.
Over the past eight years, 97% of our graduating students have matriculated to college, and 82% of them have persisted through their undergraduate years. On average, more than 70% of our graduating teachers have gone on to pursue careers in education. After two decades of success at our original Cambridge site, BTGB embarked upon a significant program expansion and opened a second site in Boston in the summer of 2013 and a third site in Somerville in 2018. As an independent 501c3 nonprofit, Breakthrough Greater Boston is part of The Breakthrough Collaborative, a national educational movement working to improve educational outcomes for youth across 25 U.S. cities.
With a deep commitment to our mission, BTGB operates with the highest standards of integrity and best practices, while also enjoying the ability to be innovative and flexible to meet the evolving needs of our students, families and teachers. Our team is diverse, high-performing and dedicated. We continue to build an organizational culture that emphasizes our core values for every member of our community:
Spirit: We cherish and embody the youthful energy and spirit of our students and teachers
Continual Learning: Everyone in our community has something to learn and something to teach
Team Together: We all chip in to accomplish whatever is needed for our teammates and the broader organization
Student Centered: Our students are our first priority and our decisions center around what benefits our students
Equity and Opportunity: We value diversity of identity, background and thought. We treat everyone with dignity and respect
Excellence in Everything: We maintain high expectations for ourselves
Breakthrough Greater Boston encourages individuals of all backgrounds to apply for this position, and we do not discriminate on any basis prohibited by applicable law. We celebrate the diversity of our world and our community, and we seek to build a team that reflects that diversity in every way. We welcome and encourage all qualified applicants who share that same vision, as we wish to engage all those who can contribute to our work and this mission.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Breakthrough Greater Boston is currently seeking a highly motivated and talented Director of Student Services (DSS) to oversee all aspects of student and family support services as well as program management for our 7 th - 8 th grade school-year and summer programs at Breakthrough’s Somerville Campus. The DSS will be responsible for student recruitment and admissions, student support services, management of the Advising Program, family engagement, social emotional learning and fostering strong school partnerships. The DSS also plans and co-leads a weekly after-school program and six-week academic summer program for middle school students. The SDSS works closely with other members of a dynamic Program Team and reports directly to the Managing Director of Student Services.
POSITION OUTCOMES
A successful Director of Student Services will in close alignment with the Managing Director of Student Services to:
Manage recruitment and admissions efforts across Breakthrough’s partner schools to enroll a cohort of 45-50 students annually
Oversee family engagement initiatives including maintaining frequent positive communication and facilitating fall and spring family check-ins for all 7 th and 8 th grade families
Maintain accurate, up-to-date student records to inform appropriate social emotional support services and/or academic interventions
Collaborate with the Director of Curriculum and Instruction to plan and implement high quality school year and summer programming
Work closely with the Director of Curriculum and Instruction to ensure all middle school students are well supported in their academic and social emotional learning
YOUR CONTRIBUTION
In this role you will be responsible for a combination of direct service and program oversight responsibilities including:
Program Management
Work with the Director of Curriculum and Instruction to: Plan and implement the school-year and summer programming
Oversee the day-to-day operations of year-round academic programs
Train and provide ongoing support to summer teaching fellows
Ensure accurate and effective data collection to inform programmatic decision making and student success
Student Recruitment and Admissions
Develop and maintain student recruitment pipeline relationships with teachers, administrators and parent liaisons at partner schools as well as representatives from other youth-serving organizations
Plan and conduct a comprehensive student recruitment effort, including recruitment presentations and workshops in all sixth grade classrooms at partner schools
Oversee student admissions, selecting the most qualified students from a pool of applicants from 6 th grade classes across our partner schools
Student Support
Support students’ social emotional health and well-being, including supervising BTGB’s school-year and summer counselors
Manage Student Advising Program to ensure that all students are connected to a BTGB advisor and receiving consistent advocacy touchpoints
Oversee the creation and implementation of Tier I, Tier II and Tier III interventions to support students, including daily mindfulness practice (Tier I), restorative circles (Tier II) and SEL Skill Building groups (Tier III)
Provide students with connections to supplemental and enrichment opportunities and maintain important organizational partnerships
Collect relevant data (report cards and progress reports) to track student academic progress
Family Involvement
Maintain positive, frequent communication with students’ families, nurturing healthy, trusting relationships and collaboratively ensuring students’ success
Conduct family check-ins each semester with all families to assess academic progress, address areas of concern and discuss extra-curricular enrichment opportunities
Work with the Board of Directors family representative to support the Family Advisory Board and encourage broad family participation in student recruitment, family communications, special events, and more
School Partnership Management
Maintain positive, frequent communication with teachers, administrators and parent liaisons at partner schools as well as representatives from other youth-serving organizations to work collaboratively to ensure our students’ success
Conduct teacher check-ins each semester with all BTGB students’ teachers to assess academic progress, address areas of concern and identify enrichment opportunities
Oversee collection of student academic records, including report cards, progress reports and Individualized Education Plans
YOUR BACKGROUND AND QUALIFICATIONS
As the incoming Director of Student Services, you will possess many, though perhaps not all, of the following characteristics and qualifications:
Passion for the mission of BTGB, closing opportunity gaps and training the next generation of urban teachers
Four to five years of experience working directly with students; preferably in grades 6-9, ideally with students who will be first generation to college
An unwavering commitment to equity, in deepening your personal understanding and in advancing our collective work
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with students, families and educators
Superior organization and project management skills
Ability to work on multiple projects, adjust quickly to shifting priorities, meet deadlines, exercise good judgment and handle high-pressure situations
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with a variety of audiences
Team player who demonstrates a positive attitude, sense of humor, energy, entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to collaboration
Prior experience with Breakthrough model highly desirable; familiarity with partner schools or districts a plus
Flexibility that allows for periodic work on Saturdays and evenings
Candidates of color and those from low-income backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply as are those with fluency in Spanish, Haitian Creole, Amharic, Somali, Arabic, Bengali, Hindi, Tigrinya or Urdu
Bachelor’s degree
COMPENSATION
Breakthrough Greater Boston offers a competitive compensation package and is deeply committed to pay equity and transparency. The salary range for this position is $64,345-87,055; Breakthrough Greater Boston makes an offer based on relevant years of experience and does not negotiate salaries.
HOW TO JOIN OUR TEAM
If you are interested in learning more about how your passion and experience can help Breakthrough meet its mission and grow its impact, please email a resume with a thoughtful and targeted cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position and stating how you heard about this opportunity and addressed to Chloe Davis-Carden, Managing Director of Student Services, at jobs@btgbmail.org .
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Learn more about Breakthrough Greater Boston at breakthroughgreaterboston.org .
Jan 12, 2022
Full time
Director of Student Services
(Somerville Campus)
ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW
About Us and Our Philosophy
Breakthrough Greater Boston (BTGB) is a transformative college access and teacher training program. BTGB offers six years of academic enrichment and college preparation to middle school and high school students with high potential but limited opportunities. Simultaneously, BTGB recruits, trains and inspires a diverse cohort of high achieving college students to become the next generation of urban teachers. Leveraging a Students Teaching Students model, BTGB provides engaging, tuition-free academic programming during the summer and after school. Our students gain the skills and motivation to succeed in rigorous high school courses and, ultimately, in college. Meanwhile, our teachers gain hands-on experience, research-based training and coaching from professional educators.
Over the past eight years, 97% of our graduating students have matriculated to college, and 82% of them have persisted through their undergraduate years. On average, more than 70% of our graduating teachers have gone on to pursue careers in education. After two decades of success at our original Cambridge site, BTGB embarked upon a significant program expansion and opened a second site in Boston in the summer of 2013 and a third site in Somerville in 2018. As an independent 501c3 nonprofit, Breakthrough Greater Boston is part of The Breakthrough Collaborative, a national educational movement working to improve educational outcomes for youth across 25 U.S. cities.
With a deep commitment to our mission, BTGB operates with the highest standards of integrity and best practices, while also enjoying the ability to be innovative and flexible to meet the evolving needs of our students, families and teachers. Our team is diverse, high-performing and dedicated. We continue to build an organizational culture that emphasizes our core values for every member of our community:
Spirit: We cherish and embody the youthful energy and spirit of our students and teachers
Continual Learning: Everyone in our community has something to learn and something to teach
Team Together: We all chip in to accomplish whatever is needed for our teammates and the broader organization
Student Centered: Our students are our first priority and our decisions center around what benefits our students
Equity and Opportunity: We value diversity of identity, background and thought. We treat everyone with dignity and respect
Excellence in Everything: We maintain high expectations for ourselves
Breakthrough Greater Boston encourages individuals of all backgrounds to apply for this position, and we do not discriminate on any basis prohibited by applicable law. We celebrate the diversity of our world and our community, and we seek to build a team that reflects that diversity in every way. We welcome and encourage all qualified applicants who share that same vision, as we wish to engage all those who can contribute to our work and this mission.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Breakthrough Greater Boston is currently seeking a highly motivated and talented Director of Student Services (DSS) to oversee all aspects of student and family support services as well as program management for our 7 th - 8 th grade school-year and summer programs at Breakthrough’s Somerville Campus. The DSS will be responsible for student recruitment and admissions, student support services, management of the Advising Program, family engagement, social emotional learning and fostering strong school partnerships. The DSS also plans and co-leads a weekly after-school program and six-week academic summer program for middle school students. The SDSS works closely with other members of a dynamic Program Team and reports directly to the Managing Director of Student Services.
POSITION OUTCOMES
A successful Director of Student Services will in close alignment with the Managing Director of Student Services to:
Manage recruitment and admissions efforts across Breakthrough’s partner schools to enroll a cohort of 45-50 students annually
Oversee family engagement initiatives including maintaining frequent positive communication and facilitating fall and spring family check-ins for all 7 th and 8 th grade families
Maintain accurate, up-to-date student records to inform appropriate social emotional support services and/or academic interventions
Collaborate with the Director of Curriculum and Instruction to plan and implement high quality school year and summer programming
Work closely with the Director of Curriculum and Instruction to ensure all middle school students are well supported in their academic and social emotional learning
YOUR CONTRIBUTION
In this role you will be responsible for a combination of direct service and program oversight responsibilities including:
Program Management
Work with the Director of Curriculum and Instruction to: Plan and implement the school-year and summer programming
Oversee the day-to-day operations of year-round academic programs
Train and provide ongoing support to summer teaching fellows
Ensure accurate and effective data collection to inform programmatic decision making and student success
Student Recruitment and Admissions
Develop and maintain student recruitment pipeline relationships with teachers, administrators and parent liaisons at partner schools as well as representatives from other youth-serving organizations
Plan and conduct a comprehensive student recruitment effort, including recruitment presentations and workshops in all sixth grade classrooms at partner schools
Oversee student admissions, selecting the most qualified students from a pool of applicants from 6 th grade classes across our partner schools
Student Support
Support students’ social emotional health and well-being, including supervising BTGB’s school-year and summer counselors
Manage Student Advising Program to ensure that all students are connected to a BTGB advisor and receiving consistent advocacy touchpoints
Oversee the creation and implementation of Tier I, Tier II and Tier III interventions to support students, including daily mindfulness practice (Tier I), restorative circles (Tier II) and SEL Skill Building groups (Tier III)
Provide students with connections to supplemental and enrichment opportunities and maintain important organizational partnerships
Collect relevant data (report cards and progress reports) to track student academic progress
Family Involvement
Maintain positive, frequent communication with students’ families, nurturing healthy, trusting relationships and collaboratively ensuring students’ success
Conduct family check-ins each semester with all families to assess academic progress, address areas of concern and discuss extra-curricular enrichment opportunities
Work with the Board of Directors family representative to support the Family Advisory Board and encourage broad family participation in student recruitment, family communications, special events, and more
School Partnership Management
Maintain positive, frequent communication with teachers, administrators and parent liaisons at partner schools as well as representatives from other youth-serving organizations to work collaboratively to ensure our students’ success
Conduct teacher check-ins each semester with all BTGB students’ teachers to assess academic progress, address areas of concern and identify enrichment opportunities
Oversee collection of student academic records, including report cards, progress reports and Individualized Education Plans
YOUR BACKGROUND AND QUALIFICATIONS
As the incoming Director of Student Services, you will possess many, though perhaps not all, of the following characteristics and qualifications:
Passion for the mission of BTGB, closing opportunity gaps and training the next generation of urban teachers
Four to five years of experience working directly with students; preferably in grades 6-9, ideally with students who will be first generation to college
An unwavering commitment to equity, in deepening your personal understanding and in advancing our collective work
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with students, families and educators
Superior organization and project management skills
Ability to work on multiple projects, adjust quickly to shifting priorities, meet deadlines, exercise good judgment and handle high-pressure situations
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with a variety of audiences
Team player who demonstrates a positive attitude, sense of humor, energy, entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to collaboration
Prior experience with Breakthrough model highly desirable; familiarity with partner schools or districts a plus
Flexibility that allows for periodic work on Saturdays and evenings
Candidates of color and those from low-income backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply as are those with fluency in Spanish, Haitian Creole, Amharic, Somali, Arabic, Bengali, Hindi, Tigrinya or Urdu
Bachelor’s degree
COMPENSATION
Breakthrough Greater Boston offers a competitive compensation package and is deeply committed to pay equity and transparency. The salary range for this position is $64,345-87,055; Breakthrough Greater Boston makes an offer based on relevant years of experience and does not negotiate salaries.
HOW TO JOIN OUR TEAM
If you are interested in learning more about how your passion and experience can help Breakthrough meet its mission and grow its impact, please email a resume with a thoughtful and targeted cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position and stating how you heard about this opportunity and addressed to Chloe Davis-Carden, Managing Director of Student Services, at jobs@btgbmail.org .
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Learn more about Breakthrough Greater Boston at breakthroughgreaterboston.org .