JOB ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: JA-01-2026
OPEN : February 3, 2026
CLOSES: Until Position is Filled
Position Title : Chief Development Officer
Location: Washington, DC
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer.
We are seeking an experienced, energetic and highly organized Chief Development Officer (CDO) to develop and implement a strategic development plan. This is a key role in helping to grow the organization. The successful candidate will be analytical and creative, collaborate, coordinate and manage multiple projects. The CDO plays a vital role in the leadership of the organization as part of the organization’s Executive Team.
Organization: The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) is a non-profit organization and serves as the nation’s largest and oldest civil rights volunteer-based organization that empowers Hispanic Americans and builds strong Latino communities. Headquartered in Washington, DC, with over 1,000 councils around the United States and Puerto Rico, LULAC’s programs, services and advocacy address the most important issues for Latinos, meeting critical needs of today and the future. For more information, visit www.LULAC.org.
Essential Functions: The CDO provides strategic leadership for the planning, implementation, evaluation, integration, and administration of the development department. The CDO is responsible for achieving the organization’s revenue goals, increasing income, and educating and engaging more individuals and institutions in the to advance the organization’s mission. The CDO is part of a skilled team of professionals working to raise at least $10 million annually. The CDO manages a multi-faceted fundraising program; central to this role will be prioritizing personal solicitation of major donors, events, online and direct marketing, and foundation fundraising.
Duties:
Work closely with the CEO to establish fundraising goals, set strategic priorities, advise on program development, and develop and meet annual budget
Work closely in collaboration with the Boards of Directors to engage them more deeply in the fundraising process and to help cultivate a strong relationship between board members and the organization
Tracks cultivation and prospecting activity and ensure the execution of action items
Solicit contributions from major individual donors and steward long-term relationships with donors
Develop relationships with prospective individuals and foundation donors to increase funding
Research prospective institutional and individual funders
Works with internal partners to draft and edit proposals and reports
Tracks proposal and reporting deadlines, ensure that all submitted materials are accurate and comply with any funder requirements
Manages all grant activity in a central database and deliver regular reports to the CEO
Serves as the point person for management and maintenance of funders database and ensure efficient system utilization across all units
Oversee the implementation of ongoing programs to improve the renewal rates of existing annual donors, creatively use events to upgrade donors and maintain a diversity of revenue
Develops annual budgets and income projections
Maintains abreast of political and philanthropic trends and ensure that Board and staff are informed of changes in legislation and other trends and initiatives that might impact giving
Competencies:
Experience in fundraising and achieving corporate
Extensive knowledge of fundraising strategies and
Excellent written and verbal communication
Excellent interpersonal
Expertise in conducting research for potential
Skills in conducting analysis and industry trends
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree plus 7+ years fundraising experience
Proven success in securing foundation and individual donor support
Experience managing a team, including experience in creating and managing successful major gifts programs
A clear understanding of 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) nonprofit legal issues/structures.
Well-developed writing, interpersonal and organizational skills and experience managing
Commitment to organization’s mission and understanding of current policy issues and political
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with, and quickly gain the respect and support of, various constituencies, including a visible chief executive committed to raising money, established development management team, active board members, other senior leadership, program directors and donors.
Experience as an effective communicator who is articulate and persuasive in both the spoken and written word; must be adept at crafting materials and making presentations to a variety of
Work Environment: This job operates in a typical office setting. This position routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a permanent full-time position. This position regularly requires long hours and frequent weekend work.
Travel Requirements: This position may at times require frequent travel throughout the United States and Puerto Rico.
Salary Range: $100,000-$120,000/year
Commensurate according to years of experience. All employees must meet a 6-month probationary period. Continuation of this position after one year is dependent on the successful candidate meeting jointly determined performance goals.
Benefits:
Accrual of 8 hours of sick time and 8 hours of vacation time per month
11 Paid Federal Holidays
Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance available for enrollment
Retirement Plan
How to Apply: Candidates should submit their resume demonstrating qualifications, education and work experience required for the position. All applications must be submitted electronically to jobs@lulac.org by 5:00pm EST on the closing date. Any questions may be directed via email to the Human Resource Officer at jobs@lulac.org.
LULAC is committed to diversity among its staff, and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. LULAC is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote, and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity or physical disability, or any other legally protected basis. LULAC will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination and any such conduct is strictly prohibited.
Feb 03, 2026
Full time
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: JA-01-2026
OPEN : February 3, 2026
CLOSES: Until Position is Filled
Position Title : Chief Development Officer
Location: Washington, DC
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer.
We are seeking an experienced, energetic and highly organized Chief Development Officer (CDO) to develop and implement a strategic development plan. This is a key role in helping to grow the organization. The successful candidate will be analytical and creative, collaborate, coordinate and manage multiple projects. The CDO plays a vital role in the leadership of the organization as part of the organization’s Executive Team.
Organization: The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) is a non-profit organization and serves as the nation’s largest and oldest civil rights volunteer-based organization that empowers Hispanic Americans and builds strong Latino communities. Headquartered in Washington, DC, with over 1,000 councils around the United States and Puerto Rico, LULAC’s programs, services and advocacy address the most important issues for Latinos, meeting critical needs of today and the future. For more information, visit www.LULAC.org.
Essential Functions: The CDO provides strategic leadership for the planning, implementation, evaluation, integration, and administration of the development department. The CDO is responsible for achieving the organization’s revenue goals, increasing income, and educating and engaging more individuals and institutions in the to advance the organization’s mission. The CDO is part of a skilled team of professionals working to raise at least $10 million annually. The CDO manages a multi-faceted fundraising program; central to this role will be prioritizing personal solicitation of major donors, events, online and direct marketing, and foundation fundraising.
Duties:
Work closely with the CEO to establish fundraising goals, set strategic priorities, advise on program development, and develop and meet annual budget
Work closely in collaboration with the Boards of Directors to engage them more deeply in the fundraising process and to help cultivate a strong relationship between board members and the organization
Tracks cultivation and prospecting activity and ensure the execution of action items
Solicit contributions from major individual donors and steward long-term relationships with donors
Develop relationships with prospective individuals and foundation donors to increase funding
Research prospective institutional and individual funders
Works with internal partners to draft and edit proposals and reports
Tracks proposal and reporting deadlines, ensure that all submitted materials are accurate and comply with any funder requirements
Manages all grant activity in a central database and deliver regular reports to the CEO
Serves as the point person for management and maintenance of funders database and ensure efficient system utilization across all units
Oversee the implementation of ongoing programs to improve the renewal rates of existing annual donors, creatively use events to upgrade donors and maintain a diversity of revenue
Develops annual budgets and income projections
Maintains abreast of political and philanthropic trends and ensure that Board and staff are informed of changes in legislation and other trends and initiatives that might impact giving
Competencies:
Experience in fundraising and achieving corporate
Extensive knowledge of fundraising strategies and
Excellent written and verbal communication
Excellent interpersonal
Expertise in conducting research for potential
Skills in conducting analysis and industry trends
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree plus 7+ years fundraising experience
Proven success in securing foundation and individual donor support
Experience managing a team, including experience in creating and managing successful major gifts programs
A clear understanding of 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) nonprofit legal issues/structures.
Well-developed writing, interpersonal and organizational skills and experience managing
Commitment to organization’s mission and understanding of current policy issues and political
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with, and quickly gain the respect and support of, various constituencies, including a visible chief executive committed to raising money, established development management team, active board members, other senior leadership, program directors and donors.
Experience as an effective communicator who is articulate and persuasive in both the spoken and written word; must be adept at crafting materials and making presentations to a variety of
Work Environment: This job operates in a typical office setting. This position routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a permanent full-time position. This position regularly requires long hours and frequent weekend work.
Travel Requirements: This position may at times require frequent travel throughout the United States and Puerto Rico.
Salary Range: $100,000-$120,000/year
Commensurate according to years of experience. All employees must meet a 6-month probationary period. Continuation of this position after one year is dependent on the successful candidate meeting jointly determined performance goals.
Benefits:
Accrual of 8 hours of sick time and 8 hours of vacation time per month
11 Paid Federal Holidays
Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance available for enrollment
Retirement Plan
How to Apply: Candidates should submit their resume demonstrating qualifications, education and work experience required for the position. All applications must be submitted electronically to jobs@lulac.org by 5:00pm EST on the closing date. Any questions may be directed via email to the Human Resource Officer at jobs@lulac.org.
LULAC is committed to diversity among its staff, and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. LULAC is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote, and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity or physical disability, or any other legally protected basis. LULAC will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination and any such conduct is strictly prohibited.
Title: Senior Director, Organizing Programs and Advocacy
Department: Community and Civic Engagement
Status: Exempt
Reports to: Vice President of Organizing
Positions Reporting to this Position: Director of Organizing Leadership
Location: United States
Remote Work Eligibility: Yes; Regular Remote Work
Travel Requirements: Up to 25%
Union Position: No
Job Classification Level: M-III
Salary Range (depending on qualified experience): $121,380 - $168,300
General Description:
The League of Conservation Voters, Inc. (“LCV”), a non-profit organization, builds political power to protect people and the planet. We envision a world in which tackling the climate crisis, confronting environmental injustice, and strengthening our democracy lead to cleaner and healthier communities, good, well-paying jobs, and a more just, equitable, and sustainable planet for all.
For more than 50 years, LCV has fought for solutions to the interconnected threats our environment and democracy face. We do so by working with and holding elected officials accountable, mobilizing, organizing, and building grassroots power in communities, electing candidates who share our values, and partnering with and supporting our 30+ state affiliates across the country.
Through grassroots community organizing, issue advocacy, and civic engagement, LCV’s organizing programs create local wins led by communities of color, contributing to momentum for strong national action on climate change and environmental justice. At the same time, we are growing the infrastructure and leadership in communities that result in families and communities of color having the political clout to stand up to polluters and demand accountability from decision makers who have turned a blind eye to environmental racism and inequities in their communities. This leadership is essential not only at the community-level, but also for ensuring that LCV, our state affiliate partners, and mainstream environmental organizations become more racially diverse, integrate justice and equity into their priorities and analyses, and become more inclusive organizations that better represent and reflect all communities in the U.S.
LCV is hiring a Senior Director of Organizing Programs and Advocacy with extensive experience in advocacy, organizing, and campaign strategy, and a demonstrated track record of developing and managing large-scale advocacy initiatives that center community voice and power. They should bring a strong understanding of where grassroots organizing and advocacy intersect, and how to design programs that translate community priorities into meaningful policy change.
The Senior Director of Organizing Programs and Advocacy will lead the next chapter of the Chispa program and advocacy work, strengthening its role as a national voice for Latine communities in the fight for climate justice. They will oversee the Chispa program’s strategy, consultants, and partnerships, ensuring alignment between national advocacy goals and state-based organizing. They will also collaborate closely with communications, digital, and vended field teams to design and test campaign sprints that deepen basebuilding and generate actionable insights about engagement, leadership development, and power-building within Latine communities.
This role is ideal for a strategic, collaborative, and equity-driven leader with deep program management experience and a proven ability to deliver results through deep, relational organizing, advocacy, community partnerships, and cross-team coordination. The ideal candidate will be comfortable navigating complex coalitions, translating data into strategy, and representing Chispa in national spaces focused on environmental, racial, and social justice.
This position is classified as “ Regular Remote Work ,” which means the position is not assigned to an office and can work remotely full-time.
This job operates in a professional office or home office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment, including, but not limited to, computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. The person in this position frequently communicates with internal and external stakeholders using electronic platforms. Additionally, this job operates at off-site locations. It requires reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and proof of automobile insurance for the location of this position, which will be verified during the hiring process.
Applicants must be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. Applicants must reside in the location listed above.
Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership & Program Development
Lead Chispa’s policy and advocacy strategy, ensuring the program centers the priorities and voices of Latine communities in advancing climate justice and clean energy solutions aligned with broadening LCV’s base.
Develop and oversee multi-year advocacy strategies that integrate organizing, communications, and policy to expand Chispa’s reach and impact.
Work with the VP of Organizing and SVP of Community and Civic Engagement (CCE), key LCV staff, and state affiliates to help envision, develop, implement, and garner resources for organizing programs and advocacy campaigns that grow the Conservation Voter Movement and expand Chispa efforts beyond current states.
Translate field and campaign data into program learning, informing a continuous cycle of testing, reflection, and innovation.
Campaign Management & Cross-Team Collaboration
Lead the design and execution of advocacy and organizing campaigns in collaboration with communications, digital, and vended field teams, using sprint-based approaches to test engagement strategies and scale basebuilding efforts.
Oversee messaging and narrative development in partnership with the Communications team, ensuring Chispa’s advocacy priorities resonate authentically with Latine audiences.
Manage relationships with external partners, coalitions, and vendors to strengthen Chispa’s visibility and influence in federal and state advocacy spaces.
Supervise, coach, and support the Director of Organizing Leadership to ensure strong alignment and delivery across campaigns and policy initiatives.
Program Management & Evaluation
Oversee Chispa’s program operations, including consultant management, budgeting, and grant administration, in coordination with the CCE Administrative and Operations team.
Track and assess campaign metrics, basebuilding data, and advocacy outcomes to evaluate progress and refine strategy across programs and campaigns.
Ensure program compliance, subgranting, and reporting in partnership with Finance and Legal teams.
Lead fundraising strategy and stewardship of funder relationships tied to Chispa’s advocacy and organizing work, including developing proposals and impact reports.
Leadership & Culture
Serve as a thought partner to national and state teams on integrating advocacy, organizing, and narrative strategy to build long-term community power.
Foster an inclusive, collaborative, and learning-centered team culture across programs, teams, and departments in the Conservation Voter Movement.
Represent Chispa and LCV’s National Organizing team in national climate, social justice, and Latine advocacy spaces, advancing partnerships that amplify impact and equity.
Travel up to 25% of the time for in-person work, including staff retreats, meetings, conferences, and professional development opportunities, as needed.
Qualifications:
Work Experience: Required - 8 years of experience in advocacy, organizing, or campaign leadership, including program or team management. Demonstrated success in building and executing multi-layered advocacy or organizing campaigns that achieve policy or systems change. Experience in organizational management and program planning with the ability to manage, lead and coach senior staff, develop and manage high-performing staff, and the ability to delegate. Preferred - Experience working within or alongside coalitions focused on climate, environmental justice, or Latine civic engagement. Experience managing consultants, contracts, and program budgets.
Skills: Required - Strong understanding of grassroots organizing, campaigns and advocacy, including how they differ, intersect, and reinforce one another. Proven ability to lead collaborative, cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Exceptional training, communication and writing skills with experience translating complex issues into compelling narratives. Excellent manager of staff and builder of effective teams. Deep commitment to racial justice, equity, and building power across Latine, and other BIPOC communities. Preferred - Fluency or strong proficiency in Spanish. Familiarity with CRM systems and digital organizing tools.
Racial Justice and Equity Competencies: Demonstrated awareness of how one’s life experiences influence one’s personal attitudes, biases, and assumptions. Demonstrated commitment to continual learning and ability to successfully deliver culturally responsive services. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
Apply Here: Candidates must apply through our job portal by April 16, 2026 . No phone calls please.
All applicants must include the month and year for the experience provided on their uploaded resume. Final resumes must be completed and submitted at the time of application, and should include all relevant experience to meet the minimum requirements and for salary considerations. Applications are reviewed by humans; we do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the hiring process.
Pre-employment Screening
All employment is contingent upon the completion of a background check, employment verifications and reference checks.
This position requires a Motor Vehicle Report as driving is an essential requirement of the position.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the employee selection process, including, completing the application, interviewing, or pre-employment testing, please contact hr@lcv.org .
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
Title: Senior Director, Organizing Programs and Advocacy
Department: Community and Civic Engagement
Status: Exempt
Reports to: Vice President of Organizing
Positions Reporting to this Position: Director of Organizing Leadership
Location: United States
Remote Work Eligibility: Yes; Regular Remote Work
Travel Requirements: Up to 25%
Union Position: No
Job Classification Level: M-III
Salary Range (depending on qualified experience): $121,380 - $168,300
General Description:
The League of Conservation Voters, Inc. (“LCV”), a non-profit organization, builds political power to protect people and the planet. We envision a world in which tackling the climate crisis, confronting environmental injustice, and strengthening our democracy lead to cleaner and healthier communities, good, well-paying jobs, and a more just, equitable, and sustainable planet for all.
For more than 50 years, LCV has fought for solutions to the interconnected threats our environment and democracy face. We do so by working with and holding elected officials accountable, mobilizing, organizing, and building grassroots power in communities, electing candidates who share our values, and partnering with and supporting our 30+ state affiliates across the country.
Through grassroots community organizing, issue advocacy, and civic engagement, LCV’s organizing programs create local wins led by communities of color, contributing to momentum for strong national action on climate change and environmental justice. At the same time, we are growing the infrastructure and leadership in communities that result in families and communities of color having the political clout to stand up to polluters and demand accountability from decision makers who have turned a blind eye to environmental racism and inequities in their communities. This leadership is essential not only at the community-level, but also for ensuring that LCV, our state affiliate partners, and mainstream environmental organizations become more racially diverse, integrate justice and equity into their priorities and analyses, and become more inclusive organizations that better represent and reflect all communities in the U.S.
LCV is hiring a Senior Director of Organizing Programs and Advocacy with extensive experience in advocacy, organizing, and campaign strategy, and a demonstrated track record of developing and managing large-scale advocacy initiatives that center community voice and power. They should bring a strong understanding of where grassroots organizing and advocacy intersect, and how to design programs that translate community priorities into meaningful policy change.
The Senior Director of Organizing Programs and Advocacy will lead the next chapter of the Chispa program and advocacy work, strengthening its role as a national voice for Latine communities in the fight for climate justice. They will oversee the Chispa program’s strategy, consultants, and partnerships, ensuring alignment between national advocacy goals and state-based organizing. They will also collaborate closely with communications, digital, and vended field teams to design and test campaign sprints that deepen basebuilding and generate actionable insights about engagement, leadership development, and power-building within Latine communities.
This role is ideal for a strategic, collaborative, and equity-driven leader with deep program management experience and a proven ability to deliver results through deep, relational organizing, advocacy, community partnerships, and cross-team coordination. The ideal candidate will be comfortable navigating complex coalitions, translating data into strategy, and representing Chispa in national spaces focused on environmental, racial, and social justice.
This position is classified as “ Regular Remote Work ,” which means the position is not assigned to an office and can work remotely full-time.
This job operates in a professional office or home office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment, including, but not limited to, computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. The person in this position frequently communicates with internal and external stakeholders using electronic platforms. Additionally, this job operates at off-site locations. It requires reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and proof of automobile insurance for the location of this position, which will be verified during the hiring process.
Applicants must be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. Applicants must reside in the location listed above.
Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership & Program Development
Lead Chispa’s policy and advocacy strategy, ensuring the program centers the priorities and voices of Latine communities in advancing climate justice and clean energy solutions aligned with broadening LCV’s base.
Develop and oversee multi-year advocacy strategies that integrate organizing, communications, and policy to expand Chispa’s reach and impact.
Work with the VP of Organizing and SVP of Community and Civic Engagement (CCE), key LCV staff, and state affiliates to help envision, develop, implement, and garner resources for organizing programs and advocacy campaigns that grow the Conservation Voter Movement and expand Chispa efforts beyond current states.
Translate field and campaign data into program learning, informing a continuous cycle of testing, reflection, and innovation.
Campaign Management & Cross-Team Collaboration
Lead the design and execution of advocacy and organizing campaigns in collaboration with communications, digital, and vended field teams, using sprint-based approaches to test engagement strategies and scale basebuilding efforts.
Oversee messaging and narrative development in partnership with the Communications team, ensuring Chispa’s advocacy priorities resonate authentically with Latine audiences.
Manage relationships with external partners, coalitions, and vendors to strengthen Chispa’s visibility and influence in federal and state advocacy spaces.
Supervise, coach, and support the Director of Organizing Leadership to ensure strong alignment and delivery across campaigns and policy initiatives.
Program Management & Evaluation
Oversee Chispa’s program operations, including consultant management, budgeting, and grant administration, in coordination with the CCE Administrative and Operations team.
Track and assess campaign metrics, basebuilding data, and advocacy outcomes to evaluate progress and refine strategy across programs and campaigns.
Ensure program compliance, subgranting, and reporting in partnership with Finance and Legal teams.
Lead fundraising strategy and stewardship of funder relationships tied to Chispa’s advocacy and organizing work, including developing proposals and impact reports.
Leadership & Culture
Serve as a thought partner to national and state teams on integrating advocacy, organizing, and narrative strategy to build long-term community power.
Foster an inclusive, collaborative, and learning-centered team culture across programs, teams, and departments in the Conservation Voter Movement.
Represent Chispa and LCV’s National Organizing team in national climate, social justice, and Latine advocacy spaces, advancing partnerships that amplify impact and equity.
Travel up to 25% of the time for in-person work, including staff retreats, meetings, conferences, and professional development opportunities, as needed.
Qualifications:
Work Experience: Required - 8 years of experience in advocacy, organizing, or campaign leadership, including program or team management. Demonstrated success in building and executing multi-layered advocacy or organizing campaigns that achieve policy or systems change. Experience in organizational management and program planning with the ability to manage, lead and coach senior staff, develop and manage high-performing staff, and the ability to delegate. Preferred - Experience working within or alongside coalitions focused on climate, environmental justice, or Latine civic engagement. Experience managing consultants, contracts, and program budgets.
Skills: Required - Strong understanding of grassroots organizing, campaigns and advocacy, including how they differ, intersect, and reinforce one another. Proven ability to lead collaborative, cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Exceptional training, communication and writing skills with experience translating complex issues into compelling narratives. Excellent manager of staff and builder of effective teams. Deep commitment to racial justice, equity, and building power across Latine, and other BIPOC communities. Preferred - Fluency or strong proficiency in Spanish. Familiarity with CRM systems and digital organizing tools.
Racial Justice and Equity Competencies: Demonstrated awareness of how one’s life experiences influence one’s personal attitudes, biases, and assumptions. Demonstrated commitment to continual learning and ability to successfully deliver culturally responsive services. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
Apply Here: Candidates must apply through our job portal by April 16, 2026 . No phone calls please.
All applicants must include the month and year for the experience provided on their uploaded resume. Final resumes must be completed and submitted at the time of application, and should include all relevant experience to meet the minimum requirements and for salary considerations. Applications are reviewed by humans; we do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the hiring process.
Pre-employment Screening
All employment is contingent upon the completion of a background check, employment verifications and reference checks.
This position requires a Motor Vehicle Report as driving is an essential requirement of the position.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the employee selection process, including, completing the application, interviewing, or pre-employment testing, please contact hr@lcv.org .
Chief Development Officer (CDO) Austin, Texas (Hybrid)
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The Opportunity
The SAFE Alliance is seeking a Chief Development Officer to lead a transformational phase of philanthropic growth and organizational impact.
This is not a maintenance role. This is a build, scale, and lead role.
The SAFE Alliance (SAFE) is one of the largest nonprofit organizations in Central Texas, operating at the intersection of crisis response, prevention, housing stability, and long-term healing. With an annual operating budget of approximately $30M and philanthropy as a critical revenue driver, SAFE is poised for its next phase of growth.
The Chief Development Officer will partner directly with the CEO, Board of Directors, and Executive Leadership Team to build a high-performing, accountable development function that can sustain and expand SAFE's impact across the region.
This leader will be responsible for both delivering near-term revenue results and building the long-term systems and strategy required to scale philanthropy.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Why This Role, Why Now
SAFE has strong community credibility, mission urgency, and programmatic scale. The organization is already operating at meaningful size and impact-but the development function has not yet reached the level of discipline, infrastructure, and performance required to sustain the next phase of growth.
This role exists to close that gap.
The next phase of SAFE's trajectory requires more than incremental improvement. It requires building a development function that is both high performing in the near term and structurally sound for long-term scale. That means delivering revenue today while putting in place the systems, processes, and expectations that make growth repeatable.
This role is designed to:
Build a disciplined, data-informed, and scalable fundraising engine from a partially developed foundation
Expand major and principal gift capacity while strengthening donor strategy and execution
Establish the systems, tools, and processes required for consistent performance and accountability
Activate the CEO and Board more fully in fundraising through shared ownership of relationships
Align development, marketing, communications, and external engagement into a cohesive external strategy
Prepare the organization for ongoing capital needs and future campaign opportunities
This is a defining leadership role at a pivotal moment-requiring a leader who can build, execute, and partner at a high level simultaneously.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Growth Mandate & Revenue Accountability
This role carries clear responsibility for both fundraising performance and long-term revenue growth.
The Chief Development Officer is expected to deliver measurable results in the near term while building the systems, strategy, and relationships required for sustained growth over time.
Key expectations include:
Grow annual philanthropic revenue from approximately $15M to $20M+ over the next 2-3 years
Build and manage a major and principal gift portfolio targeting gifts of $25,000 to $250,000+
Increase donor retention, average gift size, and multi-year commitments
Expand revenue across individuals, corporations, and foundations
Reactivate and grow a portfolio of dormant and lapsed donors, unlocking existing but under-leveraged relationships
Strengthening the major gifts pipeline, including identification, qualification, and movement of high-capacity prospects
Drive greater engagement and accountability from the CEO and Board in fundraising, resulting in increased participation and giving
Establish clear performance metrics, reporting, and forecasting to enable disciplined revenue management
Build a diversified and resilient philanthropic portfolio that reduces volatility and supports long-term sustainability
Success will be measured by both revenue outcomes and the strength, sustainability, and scalability of the development function.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The Role & Core Responsibilities
The Chief Development Officer is a senior executive responsible for building, integrating, and leading SAFE's overall external engagement and philanthropic strategy.
This leader will operate as both a strategic architect and a hands-on fundraiser-personally engaging top donors while building the systems, team, and cross-functional alignment required for long-term growth.
This role requires the ability to deliver near-term revenue results while strengthening infrastructure, performance, and accountability across the development function and related teams.
Revenue Strategy & Execution
Develop and execute a multi-year fundraising strategy aligned with organizational priorities and growth targets
Lead all aspects of philanthropy, including major gifts, annual giving, corporate partnerships, and foundation support
Personally manage a portfolio of high-capacity donors and prospects
Translate SAFE's scale, impact, and system-level value into compelling philanthropic investment opportunities
Major & Principal Gifts
Build and grow a disciplined pipeline of major and principal gift donors
Lead cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of top-tier donors
Partner closely with the CEO to co-develop and execute strategies for high-level donor relationships
Ensure shared ownership of key relationships, activating the CEO and Board effectively in cultivation and stewardship
Capital Strategy & Campaign Readiness
Lead strategy for ongoing capital needs, including development of cases for support and targeted fundraising efforts
Assess and strengthen organizational readiness for future campaign opportunities
Build the lead donor pipeline and structures required for capital investment over time
Development Infrastructure & Operations
Build and strengthen systems, processes, and reporting to support disciplined, scalable growth
Optimize CRM, donor analytics, segmentation, and performance tracking
Establish clear forecasting, goal setting, and accountability structures across the function
Drive a data-informed culture that links activity to outcomes
Team Leadership & Performance
Lead, coach, and develop a development team of approximately 10 staff, including individuals with varied levels of fundraising experience
Oversee communications and marketing staff (approximately 3 team members), ensuring alignment with fundraising strategy and organizational positioning
Assess team structure, capabilities, and performance; make adjustments as needed to strengthen execution and results
Establish clear roles, expectations, and performance metrics across teams
Foster a culture of accountability, ownership, continuous improvement, and professional development
External Strategy, Marketing & Communications
Oversee and align marketing and communications as a core component of fundraising and external engagement strategy
Ensure consistency and strength in messaging, brand positioning, and storytelling
Strengthen how SAFE communicates its impact, value, and role within broader public systems
Integrate donor engagement, communications, and external visibility into a cohesive strategy
Board & CEO Partnership
Strengthen board engagement, accountability, and participation in fundraising
Equip board members with tools, structure, and clear expectations
Partner with the Board Development Committee to increase giving and involvement
Work in close partnership with the CEO to expand external relationships, co-manage key donors, and drive strategic engagement
Cross-Functional Leadership & Integration
Partner closely with the CFO to align fundraising strategy with financial planning, forecasting, and organizational sustainability
Collaborate with internal teams responsible for government and institutional funding to ensure alignment across funding streams
Strengthening coordination across development, programs, finance, and external partners to support a unified strategy
Operate effectively within evolving structures, helping to shape how fundraising and related functions are organized over time
SAFE Alliance Foundation Leadership
Serve as the functional Executive Director of the SAFE Alliance Foundation, which exists to support the mission and sustainability of SAFE
Partner closely with the Foundation Chair and Board (including the PNC) to guide strategy, governance, and philanthropic investment decisions
Align Foundation priorities, investments, and fundraising strategy with the broader goals of SAFE
Support and strengthen Foundation board engagement, including stewardship, growth, and participation
Ensure strong coordination between Foundation activities and the organization's overall development strategy
Navigate dual accountability to organizational and Foundation leadership with clarity, transparency, and strategic alignment
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ First 12 Months: Priorities & Outcomes
Months 1-3: Assessment & Alignment
Build trust with leadership, board members, and key donors
Conduct a full assessment of development performance, pipeline, and infrastructure
Refine and strengthen the case for support
Months 4-6: Strategy & Infrastructure
Implement a clear major gifts strategy and donor segmentation
Establish individualized plans for top donors and prospects
Identify and begin closing infrastructure and process gaps
Months 7-12: Execution & Momentum
Demonstrate measurable progress toward revenue targets
Strengthening board participation in fundraising
Deliver a campaign readiness plan, including goal, timeline, and lead donor strategy
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Candidate Profile
SAFE is seeking a leader who can deliver results in the near term while building systems, teams, and partnerships that sustain long-term growth.
This role requires a combination of strategic clarity, operational discipline, and relational intelligence, along with the ability to lead through complexity and evolving structures.
Experience
10+ years of progressive nonprofit fundraising leadership experience, including oversight of multi-million-dollar revenue portfolios
Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent years of professional-level relevant experience is acceptable in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree
Advanced degree in nonprofit management, fundraising, communications, or related field preferred
Proven success securing and closing major and principal gifts, including direct responsibility for high-capacity donor relationships
Demonstrated experience building or significantly strengthening development functions, including systems, processes, and team performance
Experience working closely with executive leadership and boards in advancing fundraising strategy and outcomes
Experience overseeing or closely integrating marketing and communications with fundraising strategy preferred
Experience with capital strategy, campaign readiness, or targeted capital efforts strongly preferred
Leadership Capabilities
Builder mindset : able to assess, design, and implement systems and structures that improve performance over time
Execution-oriented : comfortable operating at both strategic and tactical levels, with clear accountability for outcomes
Team leader and developer of talent : able to coach, support, and elevate team performance while making necessary changes when expectations are not met
High emotional intelligence and maturity : able to build trust, navigate complexity, and operate effectively within shared leadership environments
Strong executive presence : credible and compelling with donors, board members, and external partners
Comfort with ambiguity and change : able to lead effectively in environments where structures, roles, and strategies are evolving
Core Competencies
Deep expertise in fundraising strategy, donor engagement, and portfolio management
Strong business acumen and performance orientation, including goal setting, forecasting, and metrics-driven management
Ability to translate organizational impact and system-level value into compelling cases for philanthropic investment
Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills across diverse stakeholders
Ability to align and integrate fundraising, communications, and external engagement into a cohesive strategy
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Board & Leadership Environment
SAFE's leadership and board are committed to strengthening their role in advancing philanthropy.
This role operates in close partnership with the CEO and Board, with shared ownership of key relationships and fundraising outcomes.
The CDO will play a key role in:
Building shared accountability for fundraising outcomes across leadership and board members
Increasing board engagement, participation, and giving
Establishing clear expectations, structures, and support systems for effective board involvement
Activating the CEO and Board in donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Compensation & Benefits
At SAFE, we recognize that meaningful leadership starts with strong support. Our benefits are designed to care for the whole person-so you can focus on advancing our mission and expanding our impact.
The salary range for this position is $160,000 to $180,000, commensurate with experience
Our benefits package is designed to support your well-being, sustainability, and long-term impact-featuring employer-paid health, life, and disability coverage, along with a suite of flexible, family-friendly benefit options.
We offer generous paid time off, holidays, and personal days to encourage balance, as well as a 403(b)-retirement plan with employer contributions that grow with your tenure. Benefits begin shortly after hire, reflecting our commitment to supporting those who drive meaningful change from day one.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Location
This is a hybrid role based in Austin, Texas, requiring regular in-person engagement across all SAFE locations and the community.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ About The SAFE Alliance
The SAFE Alliance is a leading nonprofit serving individuals and families impacted by abuse, violence, and exploitation across Central Texas.
Formed through the merger of Austin Children's Shelter and SafePlace, SAFE provides an integrated continuum of services including prevention, crisis intervention, advocacy, shelter, housing, and long-term healing support.
SAFE operates on a meaningful scale, reaching thousands of individuals each year through direct services and partnerships across schools, hospitals, courts, and public systems.
The mission is to interrupt the cycle of abuse by cultivating safety, healing, and just outcomes.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Application Process
Please submit applications through our official process only; we do not accept materials via email or social media. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and all candidates will receive timely updates via email.
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Mar 26, 2026
Full time
Chief Development Officer (CDO) Austin, Texas (Hybrid)
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The Opportunity
The SAFE Alliance is seeking a Chief Development Officer to lead a transformational phase of philanthropic growth and organizational impact.
This is not a maintenance role. This is a build, scale, and lead role.
The SAFE Alliance (SAFE) is one of the largest nonprofit organizations in Central Texas, operating at the intersection of crisis response, prevention, housing stability, and long-term healing. With an annual operating budget of approximately $30M and philanthropy as a critical revenue driver, SAFE is poised for its next phase of growth.
The Chief Development Officer will partner directly with the CEO, Board of Directors, and Executive Leadership Team to build a high-performing, accountable development function that can sustain and expand SAFE's impact across the region.
This leader will be responsible for both delivering near-term revenue results and building the long-term systems and strategy required to scale philanthropy.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Why This Role, Why Now
SAFE has strong community credibility, mission urgency, and programmatic scale. The organization is already operating at meaningful size and impact-but the development function has not yet reached the level of discipline, infrastructure, and performance required to sustain the next phase of growth.
This role exists to close that gap.
The next phase of SAFE's trajectory requires more than incremental improvement. It requires building a development function that is both high performing in the near term and structurally sound for long-term scale. That means delivering revenue today while putting in place the systems, processes, and expectations that make growth repeatable.
This role is designed to:
Build a disciplined, data-informed, and scalable fundraising engine from a partially developed foundation
Expand major and principal gift capacity while strengthening donor strategy and execution
Establish the systems, tools, and processes required for consistent performance and accountability
Activate the CEO and Board more fully in fundraising through shared ownership of relationships
Align development, marketing, communications, and external engagement into a cohesive external strategy
Prepare the organization for ongoing capital needs and future campaign opportunities
This is a defining leadership role at a pivotal moment-requiring a leader who can build, execute, and partner at a high level simultaneously.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Growth Mandate & Revenue Accountability
This role carries clear responsibility for both fundraising performance and long-term revenue growth.
The Chief Development Officer is expected to deliver measurable results in the near term while building the systems, strategy, and relationships required for sustained growth over time.
Key expectations include:
Grow annual philanthropic revenue from approximately $15M to $20M+ over the next 2-3 years
Build and manage a major and principal gift portfolio targeting gifts of $25,000 to $250,000+
Increase donor retention, average gift size, and multi-year commitments
Expand revenue across individuals, corporations, and foundations
Reactivate and grow a portfolio of dormant and lapsed donors, unlocking existing but under-leveraged relationships
Strengthening the major gifts pipeline, including identification, qualification, and movement of high-capacity prospects
Drive greater engagement and accountability from the CEO and Board in fundraising, resulting in increased participation and giving
Establish clear performance metrics, reporting, and forecasting to enable disciplined revenue management
Build a diversified and resilient philanthropic portfolio that reduces volatility and supports long-term sustainability
Success will be measured by both revenue outcomes and the strength, sustainability, and scalability of the development function.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The Role & Core Responsibilities
The Chief Development Officer is a senior executive responsible for building, integrating, and leading SAFE's overall external engagement and philanthropic strategy.
This leader will operate as both a strategic architect and a hands-on fundraiser-personally engaging top donors while building the systems, team, and cross-functional alignment required for long-term growth.
This role requires the ability to deliver near-term revenue results while strengthening infrastructure, performance, and accountability across the development function and related teams.
Revenue Strategy & Execution
Develop and execute a multi-year fundraising strategy aligned with organizational priorities and growth targets
Lead all aspects of philanthropy, including major gifts, annual giving, corporate partnerships, and foundation support
Personally manage a portfolio of high-capacity donors and prospects
Translate SAFE's scale, impact, and system-level value into compelling philanthropic investment opportunities
Major & Principal Gifts
Build and grow a disciplined pipeline of major and principal gift donors
Lead cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of top-tier donors
Partner closely with the CEO to co-develop and execute strategies for high-level donor relationships
Ensure shared ownership of key relationships, activating the CEO and Board effectively in cultivation and stewardship
Capital Strategy & Campaign Readiness
Lead strategy for ongoing capital needs, including development of cases for support and targeted fundraising efforts
Assess and strengthen organizational readiness for future campaign opportunities
Build the lead donor pipeline and structures required for capital investment over time
Development Infrastructure & Operations
Build and strengthen systems, processes, and reporting to support disciplined, scalable growth
Optimize CRM, donor analytics, segmentation, and performance tracking
Establish clear forecasting, goal setting, and accountability structures across the function
Drive a data-informed culture that links activity to outcomes
Team Leadership & Performance
Lead, coach, and develop a development team of approximately 10 staff, including individuals with varied levels of fundraising experience
Oversee communications and marketing staff (approximately 3 team members), ensuring alignment with fundraising strategy and organizational positioning
Assess team structure, capabilities, and performance; make adjustments as needed to strengthen execution and results
Establish clear roles, expectations, and performance metrics across teams
Foster a culture of accountability, ownership, continuous improvement, and professional development
External Strategy, Marketing & Communications
Oversee and align marketing and communications as a core component of fundraising and external engagement strategy
Ensure consistency and strength in messaging, brand positioning, and storytelling
Strengthen how SAFE communicates its impact, value, and role within broader public systems
Integrate donor engagement, communications, and external visibility into a cohesive strategy
Board & CEO Partnership
Strengthen board engagement, accountability, and participation in fundraising
Equip board members with tools, structure, and clear expectations
Partner with the Board Development Committee to increase giving and involvement
Work in close partnership with the CEO to expand external relationships, co-manage key donors, and drive strategic engagement
Cross-Functional Leadership & Integration
Partner closely with the CFO to align fundraising strategy with financial planning, forecasting, and organizational sustainability
Collaborate with internal teams responsible for government and institutional funding to ensure alignment across funding streams
Strengthening coordination across development, programs, finance, and external partners to support a unified strategy
Operate effectively within evolving structures, helping to shape how fundraising and related functions are organized over time
SAFE Alliance Foundation Leadership
Serve as the functional Executive Director of the SAFE Alliance Foundation, which exists to support the mission and sustainability of SAFE
Partner closely with the Foundation Chair and Board (including the PNC) to guide strategy, governance, and philanthropic investment decisions
Align Foundation priorities, investments, and fundraising strategy with the broader goals of SAFE
Support and strengthen Foundation board engagement, including stewardship, growth, and participation
Ensure strong coordination between Foundation activities and the organization's overall development strategy
Navigate dual accountability to organizational and Foundation leadership with clarity, transparency, and strategic alignment
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ First 12 Months: Priorities & Outcomes
Months 1-3: Assessment & Alignment
Build trust with leadership, board members, and key donors
Conduct a full assessment of development performance, pipeline, and infrastructure
Refine and strengthen the case for support
Months 4-6: Strategy & Infrastructure
Implement a clear major gifts strategy and donor segmentation
Establish individualized plans for top donors and prospects
Identify and begin closing infrastructure and process gaps
Months 7-12: Execution & Momentum
Demonstrate measurable progress toward revenue targets
Strengthening board participation in fundraising
Deliver a campaign readiness plan, including goal, timeline, and lead donor strategy
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Candidate Profile
SAFE is seeking a leader who can deliver results in the near term while building systems, teams, and partnerships that sustain long-term growth.
This role requires a combination of strategic clarity, operational discipline, and relational intelligence, along with the ability to lead through complexity and evolving structures.
Experience
10+ years of progressive nonprofit fundraising leadership experience, including oversight of multi-million-dollar revenue portfolios
Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent years of professional-level relevant experience is acceptable in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree
Advanced degree in nonprofit management, fundraising, communications, or related field preferred
Proven success securing and closing major and principal gifts, including direct responsibility for high-capacity donor relationships
Demonstrated experience building or significantly strengthening development functions, including systems, processes, and team performance
Experience working closely with executive leadership and boards in advancing fundraising strategy and outcomes
Experience overseeing or closely integrating marketing and communications with fundraising strategy preferred
Experience with capital strategy, campaign readiness, or targeted capital efforts strongly preferred
Leadership Capabilities
Builder mindset : able to assess, design, and implement systems and structures that improve performance over time
Execution-oriented : comfortable operating at both strategic and tactical levels, with clear accountability for outcomes
Team leader and developer of talent : able to coach, support, and elevate team performance while making necessary changes when expectations are not met
High emotional intelligence and maturity : able to build trust, navigate complexity, and operate effectively within shared leadership environments
Strong executive presence : credible and compelling with donors, board members, and external partners
Comfort with ambiguity and change : able to lead effectively in environments where structures, roles, and strategies are evolving
Core Competencies
Deep expertise in fundraising strategy, donor engagement, and portfolio management
Strong business acumen and performance orientation, including goal setting, forecasting, and metrics-driven management
Ability to translate organizational impact and system-level value into compelling cases for philanthropic investment
Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills across diverse stakeholders
Ability to align and integrate fundraising, communications, and external engagement into a cohesive strategy
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Board & Leadership Environment
SAFE's leadership and board are committed to strengthening their role in advancing philanthropy.
This role operates in close partnership with the CEO and Board, with shared ownership of key relationships and fundraising outcomes.
The CDO will play a key role in:
Building shared accountability for fundraising outcomes across leadership and board members
Increasing board engagement, participation, and giving
Establishing clear expectations, structures, and support systems for effective board involvement
Activating the CEO and Board in donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Compensation & Benefits
At SAFE, we recognize that meaningful leadership starts with strong support. Our benefits are designed to care for the whole person-so you can focus on advancing our mission and expanding our impact.
The salary range for this position is $160,000 to $180,000, commensurate with experience
Our benefits package is designed to support your well-being, sustainability, and long-term impact-featuring employer-paid health, life, and disability coverage, along with a suite of flexible, family-friendly benefit options.
We offer generous paid time off, holidays, and personal days to encourage balance, as well as a 403(b)-retirement plan with employer contributions that grow with your tenure. Benefits begin shortly after hire, reflecting our commitment to supporting those who drive meaningful change from day one.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Location
This is a hybrid role based in Austin, Texas, requiring regular in-person engagement across all SAFE locations and the community.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ About The SAFE Alliance
The SAFE Alliance is a leading nonprofit serving individuals and families impacted by abuse, violence, and exploitation across Central Texas.
Formed through the merger of Austin Children's Shelter and SafePlace, SAFE provides an integrated continuum of services including prevention, crisis intervention, advocacy, shelter, housing, and long-term healing support.
SAFE operates on a meaningful scale, reaching thousands of individuals each year through direct services and partnerships across schools, hospitals, courts, and public systems.
The mission is to interrupt the cycle of abuse by cultivating safety, healing, and just outcomes.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Application Process
Please submit applications through our official process only; we do not accept materials via email or social media. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and all candidates will receive timely updates via email.
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Organization Overview
America Votes works year-round to build a more representative democracy, strengthen every American's right to vote, and win elections in key states.
America Votes leads a robust, growing coalition of more than 400 progressive organizations across the country, building coordinated plans and executing shared strategies to win elections. America Votes provides a range of services to partners, including strategic planning, advocacy and electoral campaign coordination, data tools and targeting services, and on-the-ground leadership in states.
For more than 20 years, America Votes has been the common link between many of the most influential and impactful issue and membership organizations in the country, serving as the coordination hub of the progressive community. America Votes' work has brought together a wide range of causes and built a unified coalition that has transformed how the progressive community works. Together, America Votes and its partners have engaged communities across the country to act on critical issues – from fighting for working families, to defending reproductive freedom, to protecting the environment, and more – and mobilized millions of voters.
Racial Equity Statement
As a leader of collaborative efforts to mobilize voters, protect voting rights, and win elections, America Votes is committed to advancing racial equity within our organization and across our coalition.
We acknowledge the systematic racism that permeates all facets of our society, including the right to vote. America Votes is also engaging with an understanding of the ways gender, sexuality and other forms of oppression intersect with race and how those relationships impact inequities our staff, our partners, and the communities that we engage in our work face.
America Votes strives to model our commitment to racial equity through our internal and external operations, programs, and partnerships. We acknowledge the inequitable structures that continue to exist and are moving forward with a sustained commitment in time, resources and people to challenge structural racism and work towards creating a reflective organization and democracy.
Position Description
America Votes is seeking a North Carolina State Director to work collaboratively with local, state, and national America Votes partner organizations in the development and execution of coordinated plans to advance progressive change in North Carolina.
The State Director leads the planning and engagement process with partners to win elections year-round and to develop strategies for electoral and issue priorities.
The State Director will lead and support the state table in North Carolina in the development, implementation, and analysis of state campaign plans, both advocacy and electoral, with an emphasis on direct voter contact and education.
The State Director will recognize and capitalize on immediate political opportunities while also staying focused on long-term strategic priorities.
The ideal candidate will have expertise in electoral field program management, superb interpersonal skills, a demonstrated commitment to racial equity, the ability to foster trust and respect with stakeholders, and the capacity to lead an inclusive, collaborative and diverse coalition of partner organizations.
This is an incredible opportunity for an experienced direct voter contact strategist with a record of success in coalition building, stakeholder management and electoral and issue campaigns to lead the efforts of America Votes and its partners to build the progressive infrastructure in North Carolina.
Key Responsibilities
Lead Campaign Strategy: Work with America Votes partner organizations and stakeholders to design efficient and effective statewide and ballot-level electoral and voter education plans. Evaluate and report on stakeholder's program outcomes and monitor progress toward goals. Ensure the security, development, and appropriate usage of the state coalition voter file. Work with America Votes' national development team to identify in-state funding opportunities to support America Votes' operations and partner-led programs.
Staff Management : Mentor, develop and lead a talented team in North Carolina. Manage the team including development of work plans, professional development, and ongoing supervision and support. Implement America Votes' organizational goals and manage staff toward delivering on the shared goals of the organization.
Coalition Leadership & Management: Convene individual coalition partners and the collective table on a regular basis and facilitate collaboration and decision making. Assist local organizations in identifying resources to build capacity and improve performance, shared strategy, and organization-specific campaign plans. Implement systems for ongoing evaluation of effectiveness of strategies. Work directly with national staff and partners to ensure smooth communication with state operations. Explore strategic opportunities to expand coalition membership, partnerships, and collaborations with stakeholders. Facilitate a collaborative and productive state coalition environment that advances racial equity goals.
Equity and Inclusion : Lead the coalition in approaching campaign, electoral, and coalition work through a lens of racial equity. Model principles of equity, diversity and inclusion internally and externally. Be culturally competent and support work to build power with BIPOC-led and focused partners.
Advance Election Modernization: Support ongoing programs and legislative advocacy related to election modernization in collaboration with voting rights organizations and advocates.
Additional duties as assigned.
Key Qualifications
Required
7+ years of electoral and advocacy campaign experience, preferably with experience working with c4 organizations or independent expenditures; at least two cycles in leadership for statewide campaign operations and management of senior-level campaign staff.
Expertise in electoral field program management, including outstanding organizing skills and the ability to write, evaluate, and execute winning campaign plans with a strong direct voter contact component in racially diverse states.
Proven ability to successfully manage a coalition in a thoughtful, strategic and inclusive manner while exercising excellent political judgement and discretion
Track record of advancing racial equity through programmatic work, partner relationships and organizational systems and processes.
Strong staff management skills, including the ability to foster a culture of collaboration, support, mentoring, and consistent feedback.
Superb interpersonal skills, with an impressive history of forging strong and positive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
Ability to be resilient and flexible with respect to planning, finding alternative paths when needed, and moving forward after setbacks.
Compelling communication skills, including excellent writing and presentation skills.
Ability to negotiate, build consensus, resolve conflicts, and strategically disagree.
Ability to understand and synthesize data, using it to inform strategy and problem solve across diverse audiences.
Willingness to work long and irregular hours and to travel as needed.
Collaborative leadership style, low ego, spirit of service and a sense of humor.
Proficiency in Google Suite tools or MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
Preferred
Experience working with funders, including preparing reports and presentations.
Knowledge or background in North Carolina politics, organizations and the legislature.
Experience with vote-by-mail, absentee voter programs, digital programs, new voter contact technologies, and program testing.
Experience managing unionized staff.
Location and Travel
This position is based in North Carolina, with a preference for Raleigh or Durham. The Director should expect frequent travel around the state and in-office time in Raleigh.
Compensation and Benefits
The minimum starting salary for this position is $115,000; negotiable dependent upon experience.
America Votes offers a competitive benefits package covering 100% of employee medical, dental, & vision insurance premiums, life insurance, long term disability coverage, a monthly cell phone stipend, personal professional development funds, parental leave, and 401 (K) after four months of continuous service with the organization.
America Votes provides a generous paid time off policy including paid vacation; paid sick leave and personal days; at least 10 Federal paid holidays including Juneteenth; and paid organizational time off from at least December 25 to January 1.
To Apply
To apply, submit a cover letter and resume online at https://grossmansolutions.com/jobs/. The cover letter should be concise, compelling, and outline the specific ways in which you would be a good fit for this position. America Votes sees its commitment to racial equity as an integral part of its success. Applicants are encouraged to reflect on how they see themselves contributing to America Votes' work on advancing racial equity.
America Votes is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. America Votes does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under local, state or federal law. People of color, LGBTQ candidates, individuals with disabilities, and neurodivergent individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.
Mar 24, 2026
Full time
Organization Overview
America Votes works year-round to build a more representative democracy, strengthen every American's right to vote, and win elections in key states.
America Votes leads a robust, growing coalition of more than 400 progressive organizations across the country, building coordinated plans and executing shared strategies to win elections. America Votes provides a range of services to partners, including strategic planning, advocacy and electoral campaign coordination, data tools and targeting services, and on-the-ground leadership in states.
For more than 20 years, America Votes has been the common link between many of the most influential and impactful issue and membership organizations in the country, serving as the coordination hub of the progressive community. America Votes' work has brought together a wide range of causes and built a unified coalition that has transformed how the progressive community works. Together, America Votes and its partners have engaged communities across the country to act on critical issues – from fighting for working families, to defending reproductive freedom, to protecting the environment, and more – and mobilized millions of voters.
Racial Equity Statement
As a leader of collaborative efforts to mobilize voters, protect voting rights, and win elections, America Votes is committed to advancing racial equity within our organization and across our coalition.
We acknowledge the systematic racism that permeates all facets of our society, including the right to vote. America Votes is also engaging with an understanding of the ways gender, sexuality and other forms of oppression intersect with race and how those relationships impact inequities our staff, our partners, and the communities that we engage in our work face.
America Votes strives to model our commitment to racial equity through our internal and external operations, programs, and partnerships. We acknowledge the inequitable structures that continue to exist and are moving forward with a sustained commitment in time, resources and people to challenge structural racism and work towards creating a reflective organization and democracy.
Position Description
America Votes is seeking a North Carolina State Director to work collaboratively with local, state, and national America Votes partner organizations in the development and execution of coordinated plans to advance progressive change in North Carolina.
The State Director leads the planning and engagement process with partners to win elections year-round and to develop strategies for electoral and issue priorities.
The State Director will lead and support the state table in North Carolina in the development, implementation, and analysis of state campaign plans, both advocacy and electoral, with an emphasis on direct voter contact and education.
The State Director will recognize and capitalize on immediate political opportunities while also staying focused on long-term strategic priorities.
The ideal candidate will have expertise in electoral field program management, superb interpersonal skills, a demonstrated commitment to racial equity, the ability to foster trust and respect with stakeholders, and the capacity to lead an inclusive, collaborative and diverse coalition of partner organizations.
This is an incredible opportunity for an experienced direct voter contact strategist with a record of success in coalition building, stakeholder management and electoral and issue campaigns to lead the efforts of America Votes and its partners to build the progressive infrastructure in North Carolina.
Key Responsibilities
Lead Campaign Strategy: Work with America Votes partner organizations and stakeholders to design efficient and effective statewide and ballot-level electoral and voter education plans. Evaluate and report on stakeholder's program outcomes and monitor progress toward goals. Ensure the security, development, and appropriate usage of the state coalition voter file. Work with America Votes' national development team to identify in-state funding opportunities to support America Votes' operations and partner-led programs.
Staff Management : Mentor, develop and lead a talented team in North Carolina. Manage the team including development of work plans, professional development, and ongoing supervision and support. Implement America Votes' organizational goals and manage staff toward delivering on the shared goals of the organization.
Coalition Leadership & Management: Convene individual coalition partners and the collective table on a regular basis and facilitate collaboration and decision making. Assist local organizations in identifying resources to build capacity and improve performance, shared strategy, and organization-specific campaign plans. Implement systems for ongoing evaluation of effectiveness of strategies. Work directly with national staff and partners to ensure smooth communication with state operations. Explore strategic opportunities to expand coalition membership, partnerships, and collaborations with stakeholders. Facilitate a collaborative and productive state coalition environment that advances racial equity goals.
Equity and Inclusion : Lead the coalition in approaching campaign, electoral, and coalition work through a lens of racial equity. Model principles of equity, diversity and inclusion internally and externally. Be culturally competent and support work to build power with BIPOC-led and focused partners.
Advance Election Modernization: Support ongoing programs and legislative advocacy related to election modernization in collaboration with voting rights organizations and advocates.
Additional duties as assigned.
Key Qualifications
Required
7+ years of electoral and advocacy campaign experience, preferably with experience working with c4 organizations or independent expenditures; at least two cycles in leadership for statewide campaign operations and management of senior-level campaign staff.
Expertise in electoral field program management, including outstanding organizing skills and the ability to write, evaluate, and execute winning campaign plans with a strong direct voter contact component in racially diverse states.
Proven ability to successfully manage a coalition in a thoughtful, strategic and inclusive manner while exercising excellent political judgement and discretion
Track record of advancing racial equity through programmatic work, partner relationships and organizational systems and processes.
Strong staff management skills, including the ability to foster a culture of collaboration, support, mentoring, and consistent feedback.
Superb interpersonal skills, with an impressive history of forging strong and positive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
Ability to be resilient and flexible with respect to planning, finding alternative paths when needed, and moving forward after setbacks.
Compelling communication skills, including excellent writing and presentation skills.
Ability to negotiate, build consensus, resolve conflicts, and strategically disagree.
Ability to understand and synthesize data, using it to inform strategy and problem solve across diverse audiences.
Willingness to work long and irregular hours and to travel as needed.
Collaborative leadership style, low ego, spirit of service and a sense of humor.
Proficiency in Google Suite tools or MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
Preferred
Experience working with funders, including preparing reports and presentations.
Knowledge or background in North Carolina politics, organizations and the legislature.
Experience with vote-by-mail, absentee voter programs, digital programs, new voter contact technologies, and program testing.
Experience managing unionized staff.
Location and Travel
This position is based in North Carolina, with a preference for Raleigh or Durham. The Director should expect frequent travel around the state and in-office time in Raleigh.
Compensation and Benefits
The minimum starting salary for this position is $115,000; negotiable dependent upon experience.
America Votes offers a competitive benefits package covering 100% of employee medical, dental, & vision insurance premiums, life insurance, long term disability coverage, a monthly cell phone stipend, personal professional development funds, parental leave, and 401 (K) after four months of continuous service with the organization.
America Votes provides a generous paid time off policy including paid vacation; paid sick leave and personal days; at least 10 Federal paid holidays including Juneteenth; and paid organizational time off from at least December 25 to January 1.
To Apply
To apply, submit a cover letter and resume online at https://grossmansolutions.com/jobs/. The cover letter should be concise, compelling, and outline the specific ways in which you would be a good fit for this position. America Votes sees its commitment to racial equity as an integral part of its success. Applicants are encouraged to reflect on how they see themselves contributing to America Votes' work on advancing racial equity.
America Votes is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. America Votes does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under local, state or federal law. People of color, LGBTQ candidates, individuals with disabilities, and neurodivergent individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.
Organization Overview
America Votes works year-round to build a more representative democracy, strengthen every American's right to vote, and win elections in key states.
America Votes leads a robust, growing coalition of more than 400 progressive organizations across the country, building coordinated plans and executing shared strategies to win elections. America Votes provides a range of services to partners, including strategic planning, advocacy and electoral campaign coordination, data tools and targeting services, and on-the-ground leadership in states.
For more than 20 years, America Votes has been the common link between many of the most influential and impactful issue and membership organizations in the country, serving as the coordination hub of the progressive community. America Votes' work has brought together a wide range of causes and built a unified coalition that has transformed how the progressive community works. Together, America Votes and its partners have engaged communities across the country to act on critical issues – from fighting for working families, to defending reproductive freedom, to protecting the environment, and more – and mobilizing millions of voters.
Racial Equity Statement
As a leader of collaborative efforts to mobilize voters, protect voting rights, and win elections, America Votes is committed to advancing racial equity within our organization and across our coalition.
We acknowledge the systematic racism that permeates all facets of our society, including the right to vote. America Votes is also engaging with an understanding of the ways gender, sexuality and other forms of oppression intersect with race and how those relationships impact inequities our staff, our partners, and the communities that we engage in our work face.
America Votes strives to model our commitment to racial equity through our internal and external operations, programs, and partnerships. We acknowledge the inequitable structures that continue to exist and are moving forward with a sustained commitment in time, resources and people to challenge structural racism and work towards creating a reflective organization and democracy.
Position Description
America Votes is seeking a Nevada State Director to work collaboratively with local, state, and national America Votes partner organizations in the development and execution of coordinated plans to advance progressive change in Nevada.
The State Director leads the planning and engagement process with partners to win elections year-round and to develop strategies for electoral and issue priorities.
The State Director will lead and support the state table in Nevada in the development, implementation, and analysis of state campaign plans, both advocacy and electoral, with an emphasis on direct voter contact and education.
The State Director will recognize and capitalize on immediate political opportunities while also staying focused on long-term strategic priorities.
The ideal candidate will have expertise in electoral field program management, superb interpersonal skills, a demonstrated commitment to racial equity, the ability to foster trust and respect with stakeholders, and the capacity to lead an inclusive, collaborative and diverse coalition of partner organizations.
This is an incredible opportunity for an experienced direct voter contact strategist with a record of success in coalition building, stakeholder management and electoral and issue campaigns to lead the efforts of America Votes and its partners to build the progressive infrastructure in Nevada.
Key Responsibilities
Lead Campaign Strategy: Work with America Votes partner organizations and stakeholders to design efficient and effective statewide and ballot-level electoral and voter education plans. Evaluate and report on stakeholder's program outcomes and monitor progress toward goals. Ensure the security, development, and appropriate usage of the state coalition voter file. Work with America Votes' national development team to identify in-state funding opportunities to support America Votes' operations and partner-led programs.
Staff Management : Mentor, develop and lead a talented team in Nevada. Manage the team including development of work plans, professional development, and ongoing supervision and support. Implement America Votes' organizational goals and manage staff toward delivering on the shared goals of the organization.
Coalition Leadership & Management: Convene individual coalition partners and the collective table on a regular basis and facilitate collaboration and decision making. Assist local organizations in identifying resources to build capacity and improve performance, shared strategy, and organization-specific campaign plans. Implement systems for ongoing evaluation of effectiveness of strategies. Work directly with national staff and partners to ensure smooth communication with state operations. Explore strategic opportunities to expand coalition membership, partnerships, and collaborations with stakeholders. Facilitate a collaborative and productive state coalition environment that advances racial equity goals.
Equity and Inclusion : Lead the coalition in approaching campaign, electoral, and coalition work through a lens of racial equity. Model principles of equity, diversity and inclusion internally and externally. Be culturally competent and support work to build power with BIPOC-led and focused partners.
Advance Election Modernization: Support ongoing programs and legislative advocacy related to election modernization in collaboration with voting rights organizations and advocates.
Additional duties as assigned.
Key Qualifications
Required
7+ years of electoral and advocacy campaign experience, preferably with experience working with c4 organizations or independent expenditures; at least two cycles in leadership for statewide campaign operations and management of senior-level campaign staff.
Expertise in electoral field program management, including outstanding organizing skills and the ability to write, evaluate, and execute winning campaign plans with a strong direct voter contact component in racially diverse states.
Proven ability to successfully manage a coalition in a thoughtful, strategic and inclusive manner while exercising excellent political judgement and discretion
Track record of advancing racial equity through programmatic work, partner relationships and organizational systems and processes.
Strong staff management skills, including the ability to foster a culture of collaboration, support, mentoring, and consistent feedback.
Superb interpersonal skills, with an impressive history of forging strong and positive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
Ability to be resilient and flexible with respect to planning, finding alternative paths when needed, and moving forward after setbacks.
Compelling communication skills, including excellent writing and presentation skills.
Ability to negotiate, build consensus, resolve conflicts, and strategically disagree.
Ability to understand and synthesize data, using it to inform strategy and problem solve across diverse audiences.
Willingness to work long and irregular hours and to travel as needed.
Collaborative leadership style, low ego, spirit of service and a sense of humor.
Proficiency in Google Suite tools or MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
Preferred
Experience working with funders, including preparing reports and presentations.
Knowledge or background in Nevada politics, organizations and the legislature.
Experience with vote-by-mail, absentee voter programs, digital programs, new voter contact technologies, and program testing.
Experience managing unionized staff.
Location and Travel
This position is based in Nevada, with a preference for Las Vegas. The Director should expect frequent travel around the state.
Compensation and Benefits
The minimum starting salary for this position is $114,000; negotiable dependent upon experience.
America Votes offers a competitive benefits package covering 100% of employee medical, dental, & vision insurance premiums, life insurance, long term disability coverage, a monthly cell phone stipend, personal professional development funds, parental leave, and 401 (K) after four months of continuous service with the organization.
America Votes provides a generous paid time off policy including paid vacation; paid sick leave and personal days; at least 10 Federal paid holidays including Juneteenth; and paid organizational time off from at least December 25 to January 1.
To Apply
To apply, submit a cover letter and resume online at https://grossmansolutions.com/jobs/. The cover letter should be concise, compelling, and outline the specific ways in which you would be a good fit for this position. America Votes sees its commitment to racial equity as an integral part of its success. Applicants are encouraged to reflect on how they see themselves contributing to America Votes' work on advancing racial equity.
America Votes is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. America Votes does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under local, state or federal law. People of color, LGBTQ candidates, individuals with disabilities, and neurodivergent individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.
Mar 24, 2026
Full time
Organization Overview
America Votes works year-round to build a more representative democracy, strengthen every American's right to vote, and win elections in key states.
America Votes leads a robust, growing coalition of more than 400 progressive organizations across the country, building coordinated plans and executing shared strategies to win elections. America Votes provides a range of services to partners, including strategic planning, advocacy and electoral campaign coordination, data tools and targeting services, and on-the-ground leadership in states.
For more than 20 years, America Votes has been the common link between many of the most influential and impactful issue and membership organizations in the country, serving as the coordination hub of the progressive community. America Votes' work has brought together a wide range of causes and built a unified coalition that has transformed how the progressive community works. Together, America Votes and its partners have engaged communities across the country to act on critical issues – from fighting for working families, to defending reproductive freedom, to protecting the environment, and more – and mobilizing millions of voters.
Racial Equity Statement
As a leader of collaborative efforts to mobilize voters, protect voting rights, and win elections, America Votes is committed to advancing racial equity within our organization and across our coalition.
We acknowledge the systematic racism that permeates all facets of our society, including the right to vote. America Votes is also engaging with an understanding of the ways gender, sexuality and other forms of oppression intersect with race and how those relationships impact inequities our staff, our partners, and the communities that we engage in our work face.
America Votes strives to model our commitment to racial equity through our internal and external operations, programs, and partnerships. We acknowledge the inequitable structures that continue to exist and are moving forward with a sustained commitment in time, resources and people to challenge structural racism and work towards creating a reflective organization and democracy.
Position Description
America Votes is seeking a Nevada State Director to work collaboratively with local, state, and national America Votes partner organizations in the development and execution of coordinated plans to advance progressive change in Nevada.
The State Director leads the planning and engagement process with partners to win elections year-round and to develop strategies for electoral and issue priorities.
The State Director will lead and support the state table in Nevada in the development, implementation, and analysis of state campaign plans, both advocacy and electoral, with an emphasis on direct voter contact and education.
The State Director will recognize and capitalize on immediate political opportunities while also staying focused on long-term strategic priorities.
The ideal candidate will have expertise in electoral field program management, superb interpersonal skills, a demonstrated commitment to racial equity, the ability to foster trust and respect with stakeholders, and the capacity to lead an inclusive, collaborative and diverse coalition of partner organizations.
This is an incredible opportunity for an experienced direct voter contact strategist with a record of success in coalition building, stakeholder management and electoral and issue campaigns to lead the efforts of America Votes and its partners to build the progressive infrastructure in Nevada.
Key Responsibilities
Lead Campaign Strategy: Work with America Votes partner organizations and stakeholders to design efficient and effective statewide and ballot-level electoral and voter education plans. Evaluate and report on stakeholder's program outcomes and monitor progress toward goals. Ensure the security, development, and appropriate usage of the state coalition voter file. Work with America Votes' national development team to identify in-state funding opportunities to support America Votes' operations and partner-led programs.
Staff Management : Mentor, develop and lead a talented team in Nevada. Manage the team including development of work plans, professional development, and ongoing supervision and support. Implement America Votes' organizational goals and manage staff toward delivering on the shared goals of the organization.
Coalition Leadership & Management: Convene individual coalition partners and the collective table on a regular basis and facilitate collaboration and decision making. Assist local organizations in identifying resources to build capacity and improve performance, shared strategy, and organization-specific campaign plans. Implement systems for ongoing evaluation of effectiveness of strategies. Work directly with national staff and partners to ensure smooth communication with state operations. Explore strategic opportunities to expand coalition membership, partnerships, and collaborations with stakeholders. Facilitate a collaborative and productive state coalition environment that advances racial equity goals.
Equity and Inclusion : Lead the coalition in approaching campaign, electoral, and coalition work through a lens of racial equity. Model principles of equity, diversity and inclusion internally and externally. Be culturally competent and support work to build power with BIPOC-led and focused partners.
Advance Election Modernization: Support ongoing programs and legislative advocacy related to election modernization in collaboration with voting rights organizations and advocates.
Additional duties as assigned.
Key Qualifications
Required
7+ years of electoral and advocacy campaign experience, preferably with experience working with c4 organizations or independent expenditures; at least two cycles in leadership for statewide campaign operations and management of senior-level campaign staff.
Expertise in electoral field program management, including outstanding organizing skills and the ability to write, evaluate, and execute winning campaign plans with a strong direct voter contact component in racially diverse states.
Proven ability to successfully manage a coalition in a thoughtful, strategic and inclusive manner while exercising excellent political judgement and discretion
Track record of advancing racial equity through programmatic work, partner relationships and organizational systems and processes.
Strong staff management skills, including the ability to foster a culture of collaboration, support, mentoring, and consistent feedback.
Superb interpersonal skills, with an impressive history of forging strong and positive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
Ability to be resilient and flexible with respect to planning, finding alternative paths when needed, and moving forward after setbacks.
Compelling communication skills, including excellent writing and presentation skills.
Ability to negotiate, build consensus, resolve conflicts, and strategically disagree.
Ability to understand and synthesize data, using it to inform strategy and problem solve across diverse audiences.
Willingness to work long and irregular hours and to travel as needed.
Collaborative leadership style, low ego, spirit of service and a sense of humor.
Proficiency in Google Suite tools or MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
Preferred
Experience working with funders, including preparing reports and presentations.
Knowledge or background in Nevada politics, organizations and the legislature.
Experience with vote-by-mail, absentee voter programs, digital programs, new voter contact technologies, and program testing.
Experience managing unionized staff.
Location and Travel
This position is based in Nevada, with a preference for Las Vegas. The Director should expect frequent travel around the state.
Compensation and Benefits
The minimum starting salary for this position is $114,000; negotiable dependent upon experience.
America Votes offers a competitive benefits package covering 100% of employee medical, dental, & vision insurance premiums, life insurance, long term disability coverage, a monthly cell phone stipend, personal professional development funds, parental leave, and 401 (K) after four months of continuous service with the organization.
America Votes provides a generous paid time off policy including paid vacation; paid sick leave and personal days; at least 10 Federal paid holidays including Juneteenth; and paid organizational time off from at least December 25 to January 1.
To Apply
To apply, submit a cover letter and resume online at https://grossmansolutions.com/jobs/. The cover letter should be concise, compelling, and outline the specific ways in which you would be a good fit for this position. America Votes sees its commitment to racial equity as an integral part of its success. Applicants are encouraged to reflect on how they see themselves contributing to America Votes' work on advancing racial equity.
America Votes is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. America Votes does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under local, state or federal law. People of color, LGBTQ candidates, individuals with disabilities, and neurodivergent individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.
Title: Government Affairs Associate, Judiciary & Democracy
Department: Government Affairs
Status: Non-exempt
Duration: 1 Year from Start Date, extension dependent upon funding
Reports To: Senior Judiciary and Democracy Director
Positions Reporting to this Position: None
Location: Washington, DC
Remote Work Eligibility: Yes; Occasional Office Work (average of two days per week in person in Washington, DC outside of LCV office)
Travel Requirements: Up to 5%
Union: Yes
Job Classification Level: A
Salary Range (depending on qualified experience): $60,343 - $75,949 (effective April 1, 2026)
General Description:
The League of Conservation Voters, Inc. (“LCV”), a non-profit organization, builds political power to protect people and the planet. We envision a world in which tackling the climate crisis, confronting environmental injustice, and strengthening our democracy lead to cleaner and healthier communities, good, well-paying jobs, and a more just, equitable, and sustainable planet for all.
For more than 50 years, LCV has fought for solutions to the interconnected threats our environment and democracy face. We do so by working with and holding elected officials accountable, mobilizing, organizing, and building grassroots power in communities, electing candidates who share our values, and partnering with and supporting our 30+ state affiliates across the country.
LCV is hiring a Government Affairs Associate, Judiciary & Democracy who assist the Senior Judiciary and Democracy Director in leading LCV’s federal advocacy and public education on democracy issues, including combating threats to democracy across all three branches of government; advocating for Supreme Court reform, D.C. statehood, pro-environment and pro-democracy judicial nominees, and national voting rights legislation such as the Freedom to Vote Act and John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act; as well as issues regarding the rule of law, money in politics, government ethics, and civil rights. This position will work closely with members of the Government Affairs department, the cross-departmental democracy team, elected officials and staff, coalition partners and state affiliates, as needed. The ideal candidate has experience with issue advocacy, government affairs, and/or policymaking around democracy and judiciary issues. They should also be highly organized, have strong attention to detail, the ability to represent the organization with elected officials and coalition partners, build and maintain professional relationships, and have a commitment to advancing racial justice and equity as part of all of our efforts.
This position is classified as “ Occasional Office Work ”, which means the position does not have a regular schedule for working in an office but sometimes they will need to work from the office on a schedule that has no day(s) per week commitment. This position is expected to conduct in-person work in Washington, DC outside of the LCV office an average of two days per week.
This job operates in a professional office or home office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment including, but not limited to, computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. The person in this position frequently communicates with internal and external stakeholders using electronic platforms.
Applicants must be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. Applicants must reside in the location listed above.
Responsibilities:
Assist the Senior Judiciary and Democracy Director in educating decision-makers, allies, and the public on the following issue areas:
The impact of the courts on the environment, public health, environmental justice, voting rights, campaign finance, civil rights, and access to democracy, and on the need for judges who reflect our country’s diversity and have experience working for the public interest;
The importance of reforming, expanding, and rebalancing the United States Supreme Court so that it protects our environment, democracy, and civil rights;
The importance of protecting and advancing the democratic rights of the people of Washington, D.C., including statehood and home rule; and,
The importance of expanding access to the ballot, protecting voting rights for all people in this country, and opposing racially discriminatory voting restrictions, such as the SAVE Act.
Directly lobby or advocate for judiciary and democracy priorities, centered in racial justice and equity, with Members of Congress and staff.
Work closely with key staff across departments to engage LCV’s members, state affiliates, Congressional champions, coalition allies, and donors on democracy and judiciary issues, and generate earned media coverage about judicial nominees and democracy issues.
Research, track, and analyze nominees, legislation, and judicial actions, and the impact of them on environmental, democracy, and racial justice issues for a variety of audiences, including the broader public, LCV membership, earned media, paid media, social media, policy-makers and donors.
Participate in federal democracy and judicial nominations coalitions and support environmental partners in their judiciary and democracy work.
Conduct in-person work in Washington, DC on average two days per week for meetings, events, and hearings on Capitol Hill and other partners’ office locations, and other responsibilities, as needed.
Travel up to 5% for in-person work outside of Washington, DC, including for events, staff retreats, meetings, conferences, and professional development opportunities, as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Work Experience: Required - At least one year of experience working in judiciary or democracy policy, issue advocacy, political campaigns, government, or related work. Preferred - JD degree from an accredited law school.
Skills: Excellent writing, editing, and oral communication skills. Well-organized; hard-working; thorough and detail-oriented; strong research and critical thinking skills; able to manage multiple tasks at once and work across departments to achieve shared goals; thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment; exhibits a professional demeanor and able to maintain confidentiality; demonstrated relationship building skills. Experience working with teams representing a rich mix of talent, backgrounds, and perspectives. A sense of teamwork and community, collaborative with an ability to work closely with a diverse set of allies. Commitment to environmental protection, democracy, fair courts, civil rights, and the mission of LCV.
Racial Justice and Equity Competencies: Demonstrated awareness of how one’s life experiences influence one’s personal attitudes, biases, and assumptions. Demonstrated commitment to continual learning and ability to successfully deliver culturally responsive services. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
Apply Here: Candidates must apply through our job portal by April 6, 2026 . No phone calls please.
All applicants must include the month and year for the experience provided on their uploaded resume. Final resumes must be completed and submitted at the time of application, and should include all relevant experience to meet the minimum requirements and for salary considerations. Applications are reviewed by humans; we do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the hiring process.
Pre-employment Screening
All employment is contingent upon the completion of a background check, employment verifications and reference checks.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the employee selection process, including, completing the application, interviewing, or pre-employment testing, please contact hr@lcv.org .
Mar 19, 2026
Full time
Title: Government Affairs Associate, Judiciary & Democracy
Department: Government Affairs
Status: Non-exempt
Duration: 1 Year from Start Date, extension dependent upon funding
Reports To: Senior Judiciary and Democracy Director
Positions Reporting to this Position: None
Location: Washington, DC
Remote Work Eligibility: Yes; Occasional Office Work (average of two days per week in person in Washington, DC outside of LCV office)
Travel Requirements: Up to 5%
Union: Yes
Job Classification Level: A
Salary Range (depending on qualified experience): $60,343 - $75,949 (effective April 1, 2026)
General Description:
The League of Conservation Voters, Inc. (“LCV”), a non-profit organization, builds political power to protect people and the planet. We envision a world in which tackling the climate crisis, confronting environmental injustice, and strengthening our democracy lead to cleaner and healthier communities, good, well-paying jobs, and a more just, equitable, and sustainable planet for all.
For more than 50 years, LCV has fought for solutions to the interconnected threats our environment and democracy face. We do so by working with and holding elected officials accountable, mobilizing, organizing, and building grassroots power in communities, electing candidates who share our values, and partnering with and supporting our 30+ state affiliates across the country.
LCV is hiring a Government Affairs Associate, Judiciary & Democracy who assist the Senior Judiciary and Democracy Director in leading LCV’s federal advocacy and public education on democracy issues, including combating threats to democracy across all three branches of government; advocating for Supreme Court reform, D.C. statehood, pro-environment and pro-democracy judicial nominees, and national voting rights legislation such as the Freedom to Vote Act and John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act; as well as issues regarding the rule of law, money in politics, government ethics, and civil rights. This position will work closely with members of the Government Affairs department, the cross-departmental democracy team, elected officials and staff, coalition partners and state affiliates, as needed. The ideal candidate has experience with issue advocacy, government affairs, and/or policymaking around democracy and judiciary issues. They should also be highly organized, have strong attention to detail, the ability to represent the organization with elected officials and coalition partners, build and maintain professional relationships, and have a commitment to advancing racial justice and equity as part of all of our efforts.
This position is classified as “ Occasional Office Work ”, which means the position does not have a regular schedule for working in an office but sometimes they will need to work from the office on a schedule that has no day(s) per week commitment. This position is expected to conduct in-person work in Washington, DC outside of the LCV office an average of two days per week.
This job operates in a professional office or home office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment including, but not limited to, computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. The person in this position frequently communicates with internal and external stakeholders using electronic platforms.
Applicants must be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. Applicants must reside in the location listed above.
Responsibilities:
Assist the Senior Judiciary and Democracy Director in educating decision-makers, allies, and the public on the following issue areas:
The impact of the courts on the environment, public health, environmental justice, voting rights, campaign finance, civil rights, and access to democracy, and on the need for judges who reflect our country’s diversity and have experience working for the public interest;
The importance of reforming, expanding, and rebalancing the United States Supreme Court so that it protects our environment, democracy, and civil rights;
The importance of protecting and advancing the democratic rights of the people of Washington, D.C., including statehood and home rule; and,
The importance of expanding access to the ballot, protecting voting rights for all people in this country, and opposing racially discriminatory voting restrictions, such as the SAVE Act.
Directly lobby or advocate for judiciary and democracy priorities, centered in racial justice and equity, with Members of Congress and staff.
Work closely with key staff across departments to engage LCV’s members, state affiliates, Congressional champions, coalition allies, and donors on democracy and judiciary issues, and generate earned media coverage about judicial nominees and democracy issues.
Research, track, and analyze nominees, legislation, and judicial actions, and the impact of them on environmental, democracy, and racial justice issues for a variety of audiences, including the broader public, LCV membership, earned media, paid media, social media, policy-makers and donors.
Participate in federal democracy and judicial nominations coalitions and support environmental partners in their judiciary and democracy work.
Conduct in-person work in Washington, DC on average two days per week for meetings, events, and hearings on Capitol Hill and other partners’ office locations, and other responsibilities, as needed.
Travel up to 5% for in-person work outside of Washington, DC, including for events, staff retreats, meetings, conferences, and professional development opportunities, as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Work Experience: Required - At least one year of experience working in judiciary or democracy policy, issue advocacy, political campaigns, government, or related work. Preferred - JD degree from an accredited law school.
Skills: Excellent writing, editing, and oral communication skills. Well-organized; hard-working; thorough and detail-oriented; strong research and critical thinking skills; able to manage multiple tasks at once and work across departments to achieve shared goals; thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment; exhibits a professional demeanor and able to maintain confidentiality; demonstrated relationship building skills. Experience working with teams representing a rich mix of talent, backgrounds, and perspectives. A sense of teamwork and community, collaborative with an ability to work closely with a diverse set of allies. Commitment to environmental protection, democracy, fair courts, civil rights, and the mission of LCV.
Racial Justice and Equity Competencies: Demonstrated awareness of how one’s life experiences influence one’s personal attitudes, biases, and assumptions. Demonstrated commitment to continual learning and ability to successfully deliver culturally responsive services. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
Apply Here: Candidates must apply through our job portal by April 6, 2026 . No phone calls please.
All applicants must include the month and year for the experience provided on their uploaded resume. Final resumes must be completed and submitted at the time of application, and should include all relevant experience to meet the minimum requirements and for salary considerations. Applications are reviewed by humans; we do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the hiring process.
Pre-employment Screening
All employment is contingent upon the completion of a background check, employment verifications and reference checks.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the employee selection process, including, completing the application, interviewing, or pre-employment testing, please contact hr@lcv.org .
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Department of Ecology is hiring a Senior Financial Advisor (WMS Band 2 ) within the Financial Services Division.
Location:
Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA .
Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.
Schedule:
This position is eligible for telework and flexible schedule options.
A minimum of three days per week is required in the office.
Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.
Application Timeline:
Apply by March 26, 2026
This position will remain open until filled. The agency reserves the right to make a hire at any time after application review begins. Applications received after the date above may not be considered.
Duties
As the Senior Financial Advisor, you will provide expert accounting and financial guidance that supports strong decision-making across the agency. You will collaborate closely with the Fiscal Manager and agency financial leaders to ensure accurate, reliable financial information and strong internal controls. Your work will strengthen Ecology’s financial foundation and ensure consistent compliance with state and federal requirements.
In this role, you will work on projects and issues that affect every program at Ecology. You will coordinate statewide audits, guide the development of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, and help shape agency-wide financial policies and practices. You will deepen your expertise with complex financial systems, regulations, and statewide processes. If you are looking for meaningful public service and a role with high impact and professional growth, this position offers both.
What you will do:
Provide senior-level financial and accounting guidance to the Fiscal Manager, CFO, Budget Director, policy managers, and section managers to ensure accurate and credible financial information across statewide systems.
Manage the agency’s cost allocation processes, fund equity work, and Grants Receivable cycle, including scheduling and ensuring timely and accurate distribution of financial data.
Oversee the integrity and reconciliation of Ecology’s financial systems with statewide systems, ensuring compatibility, accuracy, and strong internal controls.
Coordinate all state, federal, and contracted audits as the agency’s Audit Liaison, respond to auditor requests, develop and monitor Corrective Action Plans, and provide regular updates on progress and risk.
Lead the planning, coordination, and production of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report in collaboration with the Fiscal Office and the Office of Financial Management.
Interpret state and federal financial regulations, develop agency-wide financial policies, participate in statewide financial management discussions, and analyze proposed legislation.
Implement new statewide financial and administrative processes and deliver training to fiscal, budget, and program staff on systems, reporting tools, and grant and loan administration.
Manage capital asset accountability as the Agency Inventory Officer, ensuring compliance with asset protection and loss reporting requirements.
Qualifications
For detailed information on how we calculate experience and responses to other frequently asked questions, please visit our Recruitment website .
Required Qualifications:
Nine (9) years of experience and/or education as described below:
Experience in state accounting. Experience must include three (3) years of supervising or leading fiscal positions.
Education involving a major study in business, accounting, public administration or a closely related field with a minimum of 30 quarter or 20 semester credit hours in accounting, auditing, or budgeting.
Experience must include demonstrated competence in the following skill sets:
Advanced knowledge of and ability to effectively use state accounting systems, state laws, policies, and procedures regarding fiscal and administrative issues, and federal laws impacting financial activities.
Demonstrated knowledge of appropriation, allotment, and budget processes within state government.
Knowledge of state budget management systems and ability to work collaboratively with agency budget managers and staff.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, work collaboratively with, and present complex financial material to all levels of agency management and staff.
Advanced skills and ability to analyze an existing process, identify areas in need of improvement, and develop new steps that will improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the process.
Ability to use professional, technical, and intuitive judgment to make decisions and exercise extreme confidentiality, discretion, and professional decorum always.
Examples of how to qualify:
9 years of experience.
8 years of experience AND 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter college credits.
7 years of experience AND 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter college credits (Associate’s degree).
6 years of experience AND 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter college credits.
5 years of experience AND a Bachelor’s degree.
3 years of experience AND a Master’s degree or higher.
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Must read, sign, and abide by the Financial Services/Fiscal Office Agreement on Confidential Information (Part A), Internal Control Responsibility (Part B), and Safeguarding and Preventing Misuse of Ecology’s Data (Part C).
Desired Qualifications:
Demonstrated knowledge of federal grant management, cash management, and revenue management.
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of federal and state laws and rules regarding compensation and pay.
Demonstrated knowledge of state and federal contracting and procurement laws, policies, and procedures.
Experience in designing expenditure and revenue codes and reports that will meet state requirements and the needs of agency management.
Ability to negotiate with and influence both internal and external customers and entities by utilizing negotiation skills and/or effective oral and written communication skills, while maintaining a recognized level of trust, respect, and confidentiality.
If you are excited about this role but not sure if your experience aligns perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At the Department of Ecology, we are dedicated to building a diverse and authentic workplace centered in belonging. You may just be the needed candidate for this or other roles.
Supplemental Information
Ecology does not use the E-Verify system; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov .
Application Process
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 job seekers from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Click “Apply” at the top of this page. Complete the entire application, including full work history and responses to all supplemental questions, and attach:
Cover letter, describing your interest in and qualifications for this position
Resume
Because we base our selection on the information you provide, it is in your best interest to complete the application thoroughly. A resume will not substitute for the “work experience” section of the application or vice versa. Applications with blank fields or supplemental question responses with comments such as “see resume” may be considered incomplete.
For detailed application information, please visit our Recruitment website .
Application Attestation: By submitting an application, you are affirming that the information contained in your application and on all attachments is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information, and any false or misleading answers may result in rejection of your application or dismissal if employed.
Need an Accommodation?
If you need reasonable accommodation during the application and/or screening process, including this job announcement in an alternate format:
Please contact us at 360-407-6186 or careers@ecy.wa.gov
If you are deaf or hard of hearing, you may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 711 or 1-800-833-6384.
Questions?
For specific questions about the position location options, schedule, or duties, please contact Beth Swanson at Beth.Swanson@ecy.wa.gov
If you need assistance applying for this job, are inquiring about the status of your application, would like to request the full position description, or have any other questions, please contact the Recruitment Team at careers@ecy.wa.gov
About the Department of Ecology
As the State of Washington’s environmental protection agency, we are deeply committed to protecting, preserving, and enhancing Washington’s environment for current and future generations. Joining Ecology means becoming part of a team dedicated to protecting and sustaining healthy land, air, water, and climate in harmony with a strong economy. A career in public service at Ecology 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. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability.
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.
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.
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 , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth * Click here for more information
To learn more about Ecology, please visit our website , explore Working at Ecology , check out our Strategic Plan , and connect with us on LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram , YouTube , 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.
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency.
Mar 13, 2026
Full time
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Department of Ecology is hiring a Senior Financial Advisor (WMS Band 2 ) within the Financial Services Division.
Location:
Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA .
Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.
Schedule:
This position is eligible for telework and flexible schedule options.
A minimum of three days per week is required in the office.
Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.
Application Timeline:
Apply by March 26, 2026
This position will remain open until filled. The agency reserves the right to make a hire at any time after application review begins. Applications received after the date above may not be considered.
Duties
As the Senior Financial Advisor, you will provide expert accounting and financial guidance that supports strong decision-making across the agency. You will collaborate closely with the Fiscal Manager and agency financial leaders to ensure accurate, reliable financial information and strong internal controls. Your work will strengthen Ecology’s financial foundation and ensure consistent compliance with state and federal requirements.
In this role, you will work on projects and issues that affect every program at Ecology. You will coordinate statewide audits, guide the development of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, and help shape agency-wide financial policies and practices. You will deepen your expertise with complex financial systems, regulations, and statewide processes. If you are looking for meaningful public service and a role with high impact and professional growth, this position offers both.
What you will do:
Provide senior-level financial and accounting guidance to the Fiscal Manager, CFO, Budget Director, policy managers, and section managers to ensure accurate and credible financial information across statewide systems.
Manage the agency’s cost allocation processes, fund equity work, and Grants Receivable cycle, including scheduling and ensuring timely and accurate distribution of financial data.
Oversee the integrity and reconciliation of Ecology’s financial systems with statewide systems, ensuring compatibility, accuracy, and strong internal controls.
Coordinate all state, federal, and contracted audits as the agency’s Audit Liaison, respond to auditor requests, develop and monitor Corrective Action Plans, and provide regular updates on progress and risk.
Lead the planning, coordination, and production of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report in collaboration with the Fiscal Office and the Office of Financial Management.
Interpret state and federal financial regulations, develop agency-wide financial policies, participate in statewide financial management discussions, and analyze proposed legislation.
Implement new statewide financial and administrative processes and deliver training to fiscal, budget, and program staff on systems, reporting tools, and grant and loan administration.
Manage capital asset accountability as the Agency Inventory Officer, ensuring compliance with asset protection and loss reporting requirements.
Qualifications
For detailed information on how we calculate experience and responses to other frequently asked questions, please visit our Recruitment website .
Required Qualifications:
Nine (9) years of experience and/or education as described below:
Experience in state accounting. Experience must include three (3) years of supervising or leading fiscal positions.
Education involving a major study in business, accounting, public administration or a closely related field with a minimum of 30 quarter or 20 semester credit hours in accounting, auditing, or budgeting.
Experience must include demonstrated competence in the following skill sets:
Advanced knowledge of and ability to effectively use state accounting systems, state laws, policies, and procedures regarding fiscal and administrative issues, and federal laws impacting financial activities.
Demonstrated knowledge of appropriation, allotment, and budget processes within state government.
Knowledge of state budget management systems and ability to work collaboratively with agency budget managers and staff.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, work collaboratively with, and present complex financial material to all levels of agency management and staff.
Advanced skills and ability to analyze an existing process, identify areas in need of improvement, and develop new steps that will improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the process.
Ability to use professional, technical, and intuitive judgment to make decisions and exercise extreme confidentiality, discretion, and professional decorum always.
Examples of how to qualify:
9 years of experience.
8 years of experience AND 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter college credits.
7 years of experience AND 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter college credits (Associate’s degree).
6 years of experience AND 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter college credits.
5 years of experience AND a Bachelor’s degree.
3 years of experience AND a Master’s degree or higher.
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Must read, sign, and abide by the Financial Services/Fiscal Office Agreement on Confidential Information (Part A), Internal Control Responsibility (Part B), and Safeguarding and Preventing Misuse of Ecology’s Data (Part C).
Desired Qualifications:
Demonstrated knowledge of federal grant management, cash management, and revenue management.
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of federal and state laws and rules regarding compensation and pay.
Demonstrated knowledge of state and federal contracting and procurement laws, policies, and procedures.
Experience in designing expenditure and revenue codes and reports that will meet state requirements and the needs of agency management.
Ability to negotiate with and influence both internal and external customers and entities by utilizing negotiation skills and/or effective oral and written communication skills, while maintaining a recognized level of trust, respect, and confidentiality.
If you are excited about this role but not sure if your experience aligns perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At the Department of Ecology, we are dedicated to building a diverse and authentic workplace centered in belonging. You may just be the needed candidate for this or other roles.
Supplemental Information
Ecology does not use the E-Verify system; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov .
Application Process
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 job seekers from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Click “Apply” at the top of this page. Complete the entire application, including full work history and responses to all supplemental questions, and attach:
Cover letter, describing your interest in and qualifications for this position
Resume
Because we base our selection on the information you provide, it is in your best interest to complete the application thoroughly. A resume will not substitute for the “work experience” section of the application or vice versa. Applications with blank fields or supplemental question responses with comments such as “see resume” may be considered incomplete.
For detailed application information, please visit our Recruitment website .
Application Attestation: By submitting an application, you are affirming that the information contained in your application and on all attachments is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information, and any false or misleading answers may result in rejection of your application or dismissal if employed.
Need an Accommodation?
If you need reasonable accommodation during the application and/or screening process, including this job announcement in an alternate format:
Please contact us at 360-407-6186 or careers@ecy.wa.gov
If you are deaf or hard of hearing, you may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 711 or 1-800-833-6384.
Questions?
For specific questions about the position location options, schedule, or duties, please contact Beth Swanson at Beth.Swanson@ecy.wa.gov
If you need assistance applying for this job, are inquiring about the status of your application, would like to request the full position description, or have any other questions, please contact the Recruitment Team at careers@ecy.wa.gov
About the Department of Ecology
As the State of Washington’s environmental protection agency, we are deeply committed to protecting, preserving, and enhancing Washington’s environment for current and future generations. Joining Ecology means becoming part of a team dedicated to protecting and sustaining healthy land, air, water, and climate in harmony with a strong economy. A career in public service at Ecology 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. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability.
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.
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.
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 , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth * Click here for more information
To learn more about Ecology, please visit our website , explore Working at Ecology , check out our Strategic Plan , and connect with us on LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram , YouTube , 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.
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Department of Ecology is hiring a Deschutes Estuary Restoration Project Planner (Environmental Planner 4 ) within the Southwest Region Office.
This is a 12-month project position with the possibility of extension based on available funding and performance.
Location:
Southwest Region Office in Lacey, WA .
Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.
Schedule:
This position is eligible for telework and flexible schedule options.
A minimum of three days per week is required in the office (Monday-Wednesday preferred).
Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.
Application Timeline:
Apply by March 26, 2026
This position will remain open until filled. The agency reserves the right to make a hire at any time after application review begins. Applications received after the date above may not be considered.
Duties
The Deschutes Estuary Restoration Project offers a unique opportunity to join a team leading one of the largest urban estuary restoration efforts in the nation. This 260-acre restoration project sits at the mouth of the Deschutes River, at the doorstep of the State Capital. Ecology’s Southwest Region leads this multi-benefit initiative in close collaboration with the Squaxin Island Tribe, City of Olympia, City of Tumwater, Thurston County, Port of Olympia, LOTT Clean Water Alliance, the Department of Enterprise Services, and Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife.
As the Deschutes Estuary Restoration Project Planner, you will support the agency’s project management team, lead permit applications, coordinate with state, federal, and local agencies, and oversee tasks related to public outreach and community and partner engagement.
The project is estimated to complete 100% design by June 30, 2027, with construction anticipated from 2027 through 2033. Funding for this position is currently through June 30, 2027. However, it is eligible for extension depending on future project funding and individual performance.
What you will do:
Support the overall management of the Deschutes Estuary Restoration Project, and lead the following areas of the project:
Environmental Permitting and Design Coordination:
Serve as the lead planner for environmental permitting for the Deschutes Estuary Restoration Project, coordinating closely with the Southwest Region Planner and project leadership to align permitting, design, and implementation schedules.
Lead environmental permitting processes for the project, including planning, sequencing, and tracking permit actions across multiple regulatory jurisdictions, and coordinating with state, federal and local permitting agencies.
Provide direction, oversight, and technical review of environmental permit applications and supporting documentation prepared by consultants and project team members to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency with project objectives and regulatory requirements.
Deliver senior staffing support for the project’s design phase, including participation in technical design meetings and interdisciplinary coordination with engineers, scientists, consultants, and external design partners.
Review design concepts, plans, and technical materials to ensure alignment with permitting requirements and project goals.
Public Outreach and Community & Partner Engagement:
Coordinate and oversee public outreach, education, and engagement activities for the Deschutes Estuary Restoration Project, including the development and implementation of comprehensive outreach and engagement strategies that support project goals, timelines, and regulatory requirements.
Coordinate engagement efforts with internal Ecology staff and leadership, project partners, consultants, and other organizations to ensure consistent and accurate messaging.
Support the Region Director in coordinating elected official engagement and participation in outreach events.
Serve as the primary point of contact for project-related public engagement, responding to inquiries and coordinating timely follow-up.
Represent Ecology and the project at community events, interagency meetings, and public forums. This may include planning, organizing, and facilitating public meetings and events, workshops, or briefings for diverse audiences, as well as developing outreach materials.
Build and maintain collaborative relationships with Tribal governments, local jurisdictions, community organizations, environmental groups, business interests, and the general public.
Qualifications
For detailed information on how we calculate experience and responses to other frequently asked questions, please visit our Recruitment website .
Required Qualifications:
Nine (9) years of experience and/or education as described below:
Experience in land use, urban, regional, environmental science, or natural resource planning, and/or program development.
Education involving a major study in land use, urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning, landscape architecture, environmental science, geography, land use or environmental law, public administration with an environmental emphasis, or closely related field.
Experience must include demonstrated competence in the following skill sets:
Project Management – Ability to manage and coordinate daily project activities to keep work on schedule, within scope, and aligned with regulatory requirements and organizational priorities.
Environmental Permitting – Ability to plan, coordinate, and track permitting processes across multiple agencies to obtain required approvals and maintain compliance with environmental laws and regulations.
Regulatory Compliance – Ability to apply environmental laws, regulations, and policies to project planning and implementation to reduce risk and ensure legal compliance.
Technical Review and Coordination – Ability to review technical plans and work collaboratively with subject matter experts to ensure project designs meet regulatory requirements and project goals.
Public Engagement – Ability to plan and carry out public outreach activities and serve as a primary point of contact to ensure clear communication, timely responses, and meaningful community involvement.
Examples of how to qualify:
9 years of experience.
8 years of experience AND 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter college credits.
7 years of experience AND 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter college credits (Associate’s degree).
6 years of experience AND 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter college credits.
5 years of experience AND a Bachelor’s degree.
3 years of experience AND a Master’s degree.
2 years of experience AND a Ph.D.
Desired Qualifications:
Public Sector Resource or Planning Experience – Ability to apply knowledge of state, federal, local or Tribal resource management or planning practices to support program goals and regulatory responsibilities.
Work Group Facilitation – Ability to organize, facilitate, or lead professional work groups to advance tasks, support collaboration, and achieve shared objectives.
Interagency and Multi-Jurisdictional Coordination – Ability to work effectively within interagency coalitions or multi-jurisdictional planning efforts to support coordinated decision-making and aligned outcomes.
Analytical Writing – Ability to prepare clear, well-organized reports and papers that communicate complex information effectively to the intended audience.
If you are excited about this role but not sure if your experience aligns perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At the Department of Ecology, we are dedicated to building a diverse and authentic workplace centered in belonging. You may just be the needed candidate for this or other roles.
Supplemental Information
Ecology does not use the E-Verify system; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov .
Application Process
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 job seekers from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Click “Apply” at the top of this page. Complete the entire application, including full work history and responses to all supplemental questions, and attach:
Cover letter, describing your interest in and qualifications for this position
Resume
Because we base our selection on the information you provide, it is in your best interest to complete the application thoroughly. A resume will not substitute for the “work experience” section of the application or vice versa. Applications with blank fields or supplemental question responses with comments such as “see resume” may be considered incomplete.
For detailed application information, please visit our Recruitment website .
Application Attestation: By submitting an application, you are affirming that the information contained in your application and on all attachments is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information, and any false or misleading answers may result in rejection of your application or dismissal if employed.
Need an Accommodation?
If you need reasonable accommodation during the application and/or screening process, including this job announcement in an alternate format:
Please contact us at 360-407-6186 or careers@ecy.wa.gov
If you are deaf or hard of hearing, you may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 711 or 1-800-833-6384.
Questions?
For specific questions about the position location options, schedule, or duties, please contact Bobbak Talebi at Bobbak.Talebi@ecy.wa.gov
If you need assistance applying for this job, are inquiring about the status of your application, would like to request the full position description, or have any other questions, please contact the Recruitment Team at careers@ecy.wa.gov
About the Southwest Region Office
Ecology’s Southwest & Olympic Regional Office (SWRO) serves Clallam, Clark, Cowlitz, Grays Harbor, Jefferson, Mason, Lewis, Pacific, Pierce, Skamania, Thurston, and Wahkiakum Counties and partners with 14 Tribal nations. SWRO is co-located at Ecology’s Lacey headquarters building, and also operates a Vancouver Field Office (VFO), with more than 180 staff providing environmental and administrative services across the region.
The Senior Planner will be part of the SWRO administration team, which provides regional support including communications, safety, and project coordination. While this position is dedicated to the Deschutes Estuary Restoration Project, it will collaborate closely with staff across the region’s programs. The position reports directly to the Region Director and receives task assignments and direction from the Region Planner. Success in this role depends on strong internal and external partnerships, collaboration, and relationship-building.
About the Department of Ecology
As the State of Washington’s environmental protection agency, we are deeply committed to protecting, preserving, and enhancing Washington’s environment for current and future generations. Joining Ecology means becoming part of a team dedicated to protecting and sustaining healthy land, air, water, and climate in harmony with a strong economy. A career in public service at Ecology 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. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability.
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.
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.
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 , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth * Click here for more information
To learn more about Ecology, please visit our website , explore Working at Ecology , check out our Strategic Plan , and connect with us on LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram , YouTube , 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.
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
Mar 12, 2026
Full time
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Department of Ecology is hiring a Deschutes Estuary Restoration Project Planner (Environmental Planner 4 ) within the Southwest Region Office.
This is a 12-month project position with the possibility of extension based on available funding and performance.
Location:
Southwest Region Office in Lacey, WA .
Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.
Schedule:
This position is eligible for telework and flexible schedule options.
A minimum of three days per week is required in the office (Monday-Wednesday preferred).
Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.
Application Timeline:
Apply by March 26, 2026
This position will remain open until filled. The agency reserves the right to make a hire at any time after application review begins. Applications received after the date above may not be considered.
Duties
The Deschutes Estuary Restoration Project offers a unique opportunity to join a team leading one of the largest urban estuary restoration efforts in the nation. This 260-acre restoration project sits at the mouth of the Deschutes River, at the doorstep of the State Capital. Ecology’s Southwest Region leads this multi-benefit initiative in close collaboration with the Squaxin Island Tribe, City of Olympia, City of Tumwater, Thurston County, Port of Olympia, LOTT Clean Water Alliance, the Department of Enterprise Services, and Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife.
As the Deschutes Estuary Restoration Project Planner, you will support the agency’s project management team, lead permit applications, coordinate with state, federal, and local agencies, and oversee tasks related to public outreach and community and partner engagement.
The project is estimated to complete 100% design by June 30, 2027, with construction anticipated from 2027 through 2033. Funding for this position is currently through June 30, 2027. However, it is eligible for extension depending on future project funding and individual performance.
What you will do:
Support the overall management of the Deschutes Estuary Restoration Project, and lead the following areas of the project:
Environmental Permitting and Design Coordination:
Serve as the lead planner for environmental permitting for the Deschutes Estuary Restoration Project, coordinating closely with the Southwest Region Planner and project leadership to align permitting, design, and implementation schedules.
Lead environmental permitting processes for the project, including planning, sequencing, and tracking permit actions across multiple regulatory jurisdictions, and coordinating with state, federal and local permitting agencies.
Provide direction, oversight, and technical review of environmental permit applications and supporting documentation prepared by consultants and project team members to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency with project objectives and regulatory requirements.
Deliver senior staffing support for the project’s design phase, including participation in technical design meetings and interdisciplinary coordination with engineers, scientists, consultants, and external design partners.
Review design concepts, plans, and technical materials to ensure alignment with permitting requirements and project goals.
Public Outreach and Community & Partner Engagement:
Coordinate and oversee public outreach, education, and engagement activities for the Deschutes Estuary Restoration Project, including the development and implementation of comprehensive outreach and engagement strategies that support project goals, timelines, and regulatory requirements.
Coordinate engagement efforts with internal Ecology staff and leadership, project partners, consultants, and other organizations to ensure consistent and accurate messaging.
Support the Region Director in coordinating elected official engagement and participation in outreach events.
Serve as the primary point of contact for project-related public engagement, responding to inquiries and coordinating timely follow-up.
Represent Ecology and the project at community events, interagency meetings, and public forums. This may include planning, organizing, and facilitating public meetings and events, workshops, or briefings for diverse audiences, as well as developing outreach materials.
Build and maintain collaborative relationships with Tribal governments, local jurisdictions, community organizations, environmental groups, business interests, and the general public.
Qualifications
For detailed information on how we calculate experience and responses to other frequently asked questions, please visit our Recruitment website .
Required Qualifications:
Nine (9) years of experience and/or education as described below:
Experience in land use, urban, regional, environmental science, or natural resource planning, and/or program development.
Education involving a major study in land use, urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning, landscape architecture, environmental science, geography, land use or environmental law, public administration with an environmental emphasis, or closely related field.
Experience must include demonstrated competence in the following skill sets:
Project Management – Ability to manage and coordinate daily project activities to keep work on schedule, within scope, and aligned with regulatory requirements and organizational priorities.
Environmental Permitting – Ability to plan, coordinate, and track permitting processes across multiple agencies to obtain required approvals and maintain compliance with environmental laws and regulations.
Regulatory Compliance – Ability to apply environmental laws, regulations, and policies to project planning and implementation to reduce risk and ensure legal compliance.
Technical Review and Coordination – Ability to review technical plans and work collaboratively with subject matter experts to ensure project designs meet regulatory requirements and project goals.
Public Engagement – Ability to plan and carry out public outreach activities and serve as a primary point of contact to ensure clear communication, timely responses, and meaningful community involvement.
Examples of how to qualify:
9 years of experience.
8 years of experience AND 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter college credits.
7 years of experience AND 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter college credits (Associate’s degree).
6 years of experience AND 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter college credits.
5 years of experience AND a Bachelor’s degree.
3 years of experience AND a Master’s degree.
2 years of experience AND a Ph.D.
Desired Qualifications:
Public Sector Resource or Planning Experience – Ability to apply knowledge of state, federal, local or Tribal resource management or planning practices to support program goals and regulatory responsibilities.
Work Group Facilitation – Ability to organize, facilitate, or lead professional work groups to advance tasks, support collaboration, and achieve shared objectives.
Interagency and Multi-Jurisdictional Coordination – Ability to work effectively within interagency coalitions or multi-jurisdictional planning efforts to support coordinated decision-making and aligned outcomes.
Analytical Writing – Ability to prepare clear, well-organized reports and papers that communicate complex information effectively to the intended audience.
If you are excited about this role but not sure if your experience aligns perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At the Department of Ecology, we are dedicated to building a diverse and authentic workplace centered in belonging. You may just be the needed candidate for this or other roles.
Supplemental Information
Ecology does not use the E-Verify system; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov .
Application Process
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 job seekers from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
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About the Southwest Region Office
Ecology’s Southwest & Olympic Regional Office (SWRO) serves Clallam, Clark, Cowlitz, Grays Harbor, Jefferson, Mason, Lewis, Pacific, Pierce, Skamania, Thurston, and Wahkiakum Counties and partners with 14 Tribal nations. SWRO is co-located at Ecology’s Lacey headquarters building, and also operates a Vancouver Field Office (VFO), with more than 180 staff providing environmental and administrative services across the region.
The Senior Planner will be part of the SWRO administration team, which provides regional support including communications, safety, and project coordination. While this position is dedicated to the Deschutes Estuary Restoration Project, it will collaborate closely with staff across the region’s programs. The position reports directly to the Region Director and receives task assignments and direction from the Region Planner. Success in this role depends on strong internal and external partnerships, collaboration, and relationship-building.
About the Department of Ecology
As the State of Washington’s environmental protection agency, we are deeply committed to protecting, preserving, and enhancing Washington’s environment for current and future generations. Joining Ecology means becoming part of a team dedicated to protecting and sustaining healthy land, air, water, and climate in harmony with a strong economy. A career in public service at Ecology 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. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability.
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.
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.
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 , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth * Click here for more information
To learn more about Ecology, please visit our website , explore Working at Ecology , check out our Strategic Plan , and connect with us on LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram , YouTube , 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.
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Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
Organization Overview
America Votes works year-round to build a more representative democracy, strengthen every American's right to vote, and win elections in key states.
America Votes leads a robust, growing coalition of more than 400 progressive organizations across the country, building coordinated plans and executing shared strategies to win elections. America Votes provides a range of services to partners, including strategic planning, advocacy and electoral campaign coordination, data tools and targeting services, and on-the-ground leadership in states.
For more than 20 years, America Votes has been the common link between many of the most influential and impactful issue and membership organizations in the country, serving as the coordination hub of the progressive community. America Votes' work has brought together a wide range of causes and built a unified coalition that has transformed how the progressive community works. Together, America Votes and its partners have engaged communities across the country to act on critical issues – from fighting for working families, to defending reproductive freedom, to protecting the environment, and more – and mobilized millions of voters.
Racial Equity Statement
As a leader of collaborative efforts to mobilize voters, protect voting rights, and win elections, America Votes is committed to advancing racial equity within our organization and across our coalition. We acknowledge the systematic racism that permeates all facets of our society, including the right to vote. America Votes is also engaging with an understanding of the ways gender, sexuality, and other forms of oppression intersect with race and how those relationships impact inequities faced by our staff, our partners, and the communities that we engage in our work.
America Votes strives to model our commitment to racial equity through our internal and external operations, programs, and partnerships. We acknowledge the inequitable structures that continue to exist and are moving forward with a sustained commitment in time, resources, and people to challenge structural racism and work towards creating a reflective organization and democracy.
Position Description
America Votes is seeking a dynamic, collaborative leader with a history of successfully executing issue and electoral campaign programs as well as deep experience building strong partnerships and coalitions to serve as the Minnesota Senior Strategy and Program Director through 2026.
This position is responsible for developing the strategy to advance coalition-wide priorities and managing the execution of coordinated direct voter contact plans in Minnesota. The Senior Director will coordinate strategies between state and national partners to maximize the priorities, resources, and effectiveness of all partners.
The Senior Director will take a strategic, collaborative, and flexible approach to coalition management and leverage immediate political opportunities to service short and long-term strategic priorities.
The ideal candidate will have expertise in electoral field program management, superb interpersonal skills, a demonstrated commitment to racial equity, the ability to foster trust and respect with stakeholders, and the capacity to lead an inclusive, collaborative and diverse coalition of partner organizations. This is a full-time temporary position that ends on December 31, 2026. This is a management position and is not union eligible.
Position Responsibilities
Strategic planning: Supporting coalition partners and allies through the development of campaign plans (electoral, accountability, issue advocacy, and voting rights campaigns), providing technical and organizing assistance, responding to programmatic requests and participating in long-range strategic planning for the Minnesota progressive movement.
Work with America Votes partner organizations and stakeholders to design efficient and strategic electoral and voter education plans.
Responsibility: Work with America Votes' national team to identify in-state funding opportunities to support America Votes' operations and partner-led programs.
Serve as a liaison between national and state based partners to align resources and strategies. Convene individual coalition partners and the collective table on a regular basis and facilitate discussions, decision making, and other critical work.
Assist local organizations in identifying resources to build capacity and improve performance, shared strategy, and organization-specific campaign plans.
Lead the coalition in approaching campaign, electoral, and coalition work through a lens of racial equity.
Support or develop ongoing programs and legislative advocacy related to election modernization in collaboration with voting rights organizations and advocates.
Manage the Minnesota staff of America Votes. Manage lobbying contracts and vendors as assigned.
Play a key role in shaping America Votes strategy for the ongoing engagement and coordination of stakeholders in Minnesota-focused programs.
Other responsibilities as needed by partners and stakeholders.
Qualifications
Relationship-building: Enthusiasm for building strong, trusting relationships with a diverse set of partners and allies over the long term; ability to build consensus, negotiate, and strategically disagree within a highly collaborative environment
6+ years of electoral and advocacy campaign experience. At least two cycles in leadership for statewide campaign operations and management of campaign staff.
Expertise in electoral field program management, including outstanding organizing skills and the ability to write, evaluate, and execute winning campaign plans with a strong direct voter contact component. Ideal candidates have experience with ballot initiatives, early voting programs and strategies, and election modernization programs.
Ability to successfully manage a coalition in a thoughtful, strategic and inclusive manner. Proven track record of leading work through a lens of racial equity.
Demonstrated ability to exercise excellent political judgment and discretion.
Demonstrated ability to recognize the strengths of others; to coach, manage, and develop them as professionals; and to exemplify a people-management style that is results-oriented, inclusive, collaborative, and respectful.
Superb interpersonal skills, with an impressive history of forging strong and positive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
Ability to negotiate, build consensus, resolve conflicts, and strategically disagree.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Experience working with funders, including preparing reports and presentations.
Ability to understand and synthesize data, using it to inform strategy and problem solve across diverse audiences.
Willingness to work long and irregular hours campaign style hours and to travel as needed.
Nice to have
Understanding of the Minnesota political landscape and election administration laws.
Baseline understanding of campaign finance.
Location
This position is based in Minnesota and is a cycle position through December 2026.
Compensation
The salary for this position will be $110,000 and will depend on the applicant's experience. America Votes offers a competitive benefits package covering 100% of employee medical, dental, & vision insurance premiums, life insurance, long term disability coverage, monthly cell phone reimbursement, personal professional development funds, parental leave, and 401 (K) after four months of continuous service with the organization. America Votes provides a generous paid time off policy with paid vacation, unlimited sick and safe leave, paid personal days, at least 10 Federal paid holidays including Juneteenth, as well as paid organizational time off from at least December 23 to January 1.
To Apply
Please submit a copy of your resume, a cover letter and three references to the application form.
Please note that only applications received through the application form will be considered; please do not email us your application materials.
America Votes is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. America Votes does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under local, state or federal law. People of color, LGBTQ candidates, individuals with disabilities, and neurodivergent individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Organization Overview
America Votes works year-round to build a more representative democracy, strengthen every American's right to vote, and win elections in key states.
America Votes leads a robust, growing coalition of more than 400 progressive organizations across the country, building coordinated plans and executing shared strategies to win elections. America Votes provides a range of services to partners, including strategic planning, advocacy and electoral campaign coordination, data tools and targeting services, and on-the-ground leadership in states.
For more than 20 years, America Votes has been the common link between many of the most influential and impactful issue and membership organizations in the country, serving as the coordination hub of the progressive community. America Votes' work has brought together a wide range of causes and built a unified coalition that has transformed how the progressive community works. Together, America Votes and its partners have engaged communities across the country to act on critical issues – from fighting for working families, to defending reproductive freedom, to protecting the environment, and more – and mobilized millions of voters.
Racial Equity Statement
As a leader of collaborative efforts to mobilize voters, protect voting rights, and win elections, America Votes is committed to advancing racial equity within our organization and across our coalition. We acknowledge the systematic racism that permeates all facets of our society, including the right to vote. America Votes is also engaging with an understanding of the ways gender, sexuality, and other forms of oppression intersect with race and how those relationships impact inequities faced by our staff, our partners, and the communities that we engage in our work.
America Votes strives to model our commitment to racial equity through our internal and external operations, programs, and partnerships. We acknowledge the inequitable structures that continue to exist and are moving forward with a sustained commitment in time, resources, and people to challenge structural racism and work towards creating a reflective organization and democracy.
Position Description
America Votes is seeking a dynamic, collaborative leader with a history of successfully executing issue and electoral campaign programs as well as deep experience building strong partnerships and coalitions to serve as the Minnesota Senior Strategy and Program Director through 2026.
This position is responsible for developing the strategy to advance coalition-wide priorities and managing the execution of coordinated direct voter contact plans in Minnesota. The Senior Director will coordinate strategies between state and national partners to maximize the priorities, resources, and effectiveness of all partners.
The Senior Director will take a strategic, collaborative, and flexible approach to coalition management and leverage immediate political opportunities to service short and long-term strategic priorities.
The ideal candidate will have expertise in electoral field program management, superb interpersonal skills, a demonstrated commitment to racial equity, the ability to foster trust and respect with stakeholders, and the capacity to lead an inclusive, collaborative and diverse coalition of partner organizations. This is a full-time temporary position that ends on December 31, 2026. This is a management position and is not union eligible.
Position Responsibilities
Strategic planning: Supporting coalition partners and allies through the development of campaign plans (electoral, accountability, issue advocacy, and voting rights campaigns), providing technical and organizing assistance, responding to programmatic requests and participating in long-range strategic planning for the Minnesota progressive movement.
Work with America Votes partner organizations and stakeholders to design efficient and strategic electoral and voter education plans.
Responsibility: Work with America Votes' national team to identify in-state funding opportunities to support America Votes' operations and partner-led programs.
Serve as a liaison between national and state based partners to align resources and strategies. Convene individual coalition partners and the collective table on a regular basis and facilitate discussions, decision making, and other critical work.
Assist local organizations in identifying resources to build capacity and improve performance, shared strategy, and organization-specific campaign plans.
Lead the coalition in approaching campaign, electoral, and coalition work through a lens of racial equity.
Support or develop ongoing programs and legislative advocacy related to election modernization in collaboration with voting rights organizations and advocates.
Manage the Minnesota staff of America Votes. Manage lobbying contracts and vendors as assigned.
Play a key role in shaping America Votes strategy for the ongoing engagement and coordination of stakeholders in Minnesota-focused programs.
Other responsibilities as needed by partners and stakeholders.
Qualifications
Relationship-building: Enthusiasm for building strong, trusting relationships with a diverse set of partners and allies over the long term; ability to build consensus, negotiate, and strategically disagree within a highly collaborative environment
6+ years of electoral and advocacy campaign experience. At least two cycles in leadership for statewide campaign operations and management of campaign staff.
Expertise in electoral field program management, including outstanding organizing skills and the ability to write, evaluate, and execute winning campaign plans with a strong direct voter contact component. Ideal candidates have experience with ballot initiatives, early voting programs and strategies, and election modernization programs.
Ability to successfully manage a coalition in a thoughtful, strategic and inclusive manner. Proven track record of leading work through a lens of racial equity.
Demonstrated ability to exercise excellent political judgment and discretion.
Demonstrated ability to recognize the strengths of others; to coach, manage, and develop them as professionals; and to exemplify a people-management style that is results-oriented, inclusive, collaborative, and respectful.
Superb interpersonal skills, with an impressive history of forging strong and positive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
Ability to negotiate, build consensus, resolve conflicts, and strategically disagree.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Experience working with funders, including preparing reports and presentations.
Ability to understand and synthesize data, using it to inform strategy and problem solve across diverse audiences.
Willingness to work long and irregular hours campaign style hours and to travel as needed.
Nice to have
Understanding of the Minnesota political landscape and election administration laws.
Baseline understanding of campaign finance.
Location
This position is based in Minnesota and is a cycle position through December 2026.
Compensation
The salary for this position will be $110,000 and will depend on the applicant's experience. America Votes offers a competitive benefits package covering 100% of employee medical, dental, & vision insurance premiums, life insurance, long term disability coverage, monthly cell phone reimbursement, personal professional development funds, parental leave, and 401 (K) after four months of continuous service with the organization. America Votes provides a generous paid time off policy with paid vacation, unlimited sick and safe leave, paid personal days, at least 10 Federal paid holidays including Juneteenth, as well as paid organizational time off from at least December 23 to January 1.
To Apply
Please submit a copy of your resume, a cover letter and three references to the application form.
Please note that only applications received through the application form will be considered; please do not email us your application materials.
America Votes is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. America Votes does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under local, state or federal law. People of color, LGBTQ candidates, individuals with disabilities, and neurodivergent individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.
Organization Overview
America Votes works year-round to build a more representative democracy, strengthen every American's right to vote, and win elections in key states.
America Votes leads a robust, growing coalition of more than 400 progressive organizations across the country, building coordinated plans and executing shared strategies to win elections. America Votes provides a range of services to partners, including strategic planning, advocacy and electoral campaign coordination, data tools and targeting services, and on-the-ground leadership in states.
For more than 20 years, America Votes has been the common link between many of the most influential and impactful issue and membership organizations in the country, serving as the coordination hub of the progressive community. America Votes' work has brought together a wide range of causes and built a unified coalition that has transformed how the progressive community works. Together, America Votes and its partners have engaged communities across the country to act on critical issues - from fighting for working families, to defending reproductive freedom, to protecting the environment, and more - and mobilized millions of voters.
Racial Equity Statement
As a leader of collaborative efforts to mobilize voters, protect voting rights, and win elections, America Votes is committed to advancing racial equity within our organization and across our coalition. We acknowledge the systematic racism that permeates all facets of our society, including the right to vote. America Votes is also engaging with an understanding of the ways gender, sexuality and other forms of oppression intersect with race and how those relationships impact inequities our staff, our partners, and the communities that we engage in our work face.
America Votes strives to model our commitment to racial equity through our internal and external operations, programs, and partnerships. We acknowledge the inequitable structures that continue to exist and are moving forward with a sustained commitment in time, resources and people to challenge structural racism and work towards creating a reflective organization and democracy.
Position Description
America Votes is seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Manager of Campaigns and Partnerships to manage coalition wide voter engagement programs and winning electoral campaigns.
The Senior Manager of Partnerships and Campaigns plays a key role in the advancement of the progressive movement and is responsible for supporting the coordination and alignment of electoral, organizing, and advocacy work among partners and allies, with an emphasis on direct voter contact. This person will be a critical part of the state team and be responsible for partner-facing projects such as coordinating and implementing cross-coalition voter engagement programs, developing winning electoral strategies, and fostering a sense of community across the coalition. The Senior Manager for Partnerships and Campaigns will work directly with America Votes partners and allies in the state to facilitate best practices and incorporate research-tested tactics. This position reports directly to theMichigan State Director and will manage projects that advance shared electoral and democracy goals.
The ideal candidate brings deep experience building winning advocacy and independent expenditure campaigns, deep knowledge of coalition work, and experience implementing shared strategies. They are energized by bringing out the best work in others and comfortable switching frequently between on-the-ground support and developing complex spreadsheets. A high level of discretion, political judgement, and collaboration is required.
Position Responsibilities
Partnership Management and Coordination: Build and maintain thoughtful and trusting relationships with key stakeholders, including America Votes staff, America Votes partners, and allies in our work. Support coalition coordination by gathering information, elevating critical needs, monitoring benchmarks, providing high quality technical assistance including scaling up tactics and basic use of tools like Voter Activation Network (VAN) and internal tools and identifying gaps in collective strategy. This position will support coalition growth, sustainability, and effectiveness. Maintain external communications with partners (i.e. may include weekly emails) and workgroup listservs, meeting follow-up, regular phone calls, etc. Facilitate meetings or portions of meetings. Work assignments will include in person work including 1 on 1, small group, and larger coalition meetings and support to partner programs that will vary in size.
Campaign Support: Support coalition partners through the development of campaign plans and supporting the implementation of winning strategies. Lead coalition campaign work on voter engagement programs and electoral field campaigns, including supporting the integration of best practices as well as managing coordination and universe coverage. Support program implementation by leading meetings of coalition partners, which may include work groups on election-related topics, participating in campaign activities (like canvassing). Identify key opportunities to better leverage and/or mitigate state-specific election administration law or to strengthen voting access in the state.
Project Management: Own a portfolio of projects they are responsible for managing to completion. Support the State Director in implementing America Votes' organizational goals, including REI goals. Participate in team creation of work plans and team benchmarks for success. Manage special projects to deliver on team goals. Manage information about partner plans and programs. Represent America Votes at meetings and events, including the America Votes State Summit.
Program and Campaign Technical Assistance: Working with the State Director, state team, and national team, support partner usage of voter engagement tools including VAN or direct voter contact tools like Scale to Win. Work with staff, partners, vendors, consultants, and others on supporting the use of voter contact data in coalition programs. Ensure consistent support and access to best practice and data training and facilitate trouble shooting for the implementation of various campaign tools.
Voting Rights and Election Administration Leadership: Coordinate and align America Votes partner programs seeking to protect the vote and engage voters in their rights; this will include identifying gaps in current strategies, as well as cultivating trusted relationships with key election officials to gather necessary information to inform the overall program.
Capacity Building: Collaborates with other departments to provide training and resources for partner organizations. Develop or co-develop capacity-building opportunities for partners and work with the state team to assess program gaps and overlaps to maximize program impact for both issue and electoral efforts. Work with the state data director to support data needs of partner programs. The portfolio may include some grant management. Assist and lead in planning and implementation of meetings and events with partners and other stakeholders - including both AV led and stakeholder led.
Other responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
Professional Experience: At least 3-5 years of experience in progressive political campaigns, progressive non-profits or similar organizations or similar transferable experience. At least one cycle of experience with campaign field operations including canvass operations. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years experience managing voter engagement programs including expertise in direct voter contact tactics like paid canvass, mail, and phone programs.
Relationship-building: Enthusiasm for building strong, trusting relationships with a diverse set of partners and allies over the long term; ability to build consensus, negotiate, and strategically disagree within a highly collaborative environment, Demonstrated ability to to practice confidentiality, discretion, and legal compliance in the work.
Entrepreneurial and Innovative: A general curiosity in how to strengthen traditional campaign tactics and programs-driving program innovations. Resilience in the face of set-backs and ability to pivot, often on short notice.
Tools: Familiarity with various data tools (i.e. VAN) with a deeper understanding how various tools can drive, align, and/or improve plans and programs. Proficient in Microsoft Office / Google Drive with emphasis on using Google Slides and Google Sheets. Must have the ability to manage a high volume of campaign data as well as create informational decks/slideshows.
Plan Writing: Experience developing advocacy or electoral campaign plans and strategies
Campaign Experience: Proven track record of leading programmatic work through a lens of racial equity. Familiarity with early vote, vote by mail, and voter mobilization programs. Understanding of common voter contact methods like canvass, mail, and phone programs and applying those to persuasion and mobilization efforts, including early vote.
Approach: Ability to work independently and to drive and manage own workload; ability to manage several tasks/projects concurrently and prioritize work effectively. Ability to travel within the state (as needed); ability to work irregular campaign style hours, especially during the peak months of the electoral cycle. Candidates should have a spirit of service and curiosity, along with a diplomatic approach to problem-solving in work with outside partners and while working independently or on a team.
Nice-to-have Qualifications: Skills and qualities that are a plus, but not a requirement:
Michigan/Battleground Experience: Experience working on advocacy and/or electoral campaigns in the state of Michigan or a similar competitive environment. Ideal candidates will have experience with data and targeting, using data to inform organizing and electoral campaign strategies. Familiarity with demographic specific programs like young voter/campus programs is a plus.
Election Administration/Protection Program Experience: Familiarity with state election administration laws and programs to educate and engage voters about their rights.
Location
This position is based in Michigan with a strong preference for SE Michigan (Detroit area), Lansing and travel around the state is expected with this position. Some national travel may be expected and reasonable access to an airport is required.
Compensation
The salary for this position will be between $70,000 and $75,000 and depend upon the applicant's experience. America Votes offers a competitive benefits package covering 100% of employee medical, dental, & vision insurance premiums, life insurance, long term disability coverage, monthly cell phone reimbursement, personal professional development funds, parental leave, and 401 (K) after four months of continuous service with the organization. America Votes provides a generous paid time off policy with paid vacation, unlimited sick and safe leave, paid personal days, at least 10 Federal paid holidays including Juneteenth, as well as paid organizational time off from at least December 23 to January 1. If represented byThe position is represented by the America Votes Workers Union.
To Apply
Please submit a copy of your resume, a cover letter and three references to the application form.
Please note that only applications received through the application form will be considered; please do not email us your application materials.
America Votes is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. America Votes does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under local, state or federal law. People of color, LGBTQ candidates, individuals with disabilities, and neurodivergent individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Organization Overview
America Votes works year-round to build a more representative democracy, strengthen every American's right to vote, and win elections in key states.
America Votes leads a robust, growing coalition of more than 400 progressive organizations across the country, building coordinated plans and executing shared strategies to win elections. America Votes provides a range of services to partners, including strategic planning, advocacy and electoral campaign coordination, data tools and targeting services, and on-the-ground leadership in states.
For more than 20 years, America Votes has been the common link between many of the most influential and impactful issue and membership organizations in the country, serving as the coordination hub of the progressive community. America Votes' work has brought together a wide range of causes and built a unified coalition that has transformed how the progressive community works. Together, America Votes and its partners have engaged communities across the country to act on critical issues - from fighting for working families, to defending reproductive freedom, to protecting the environment, and more - and mobilized millions of voters.
Racial Equity Statement
As a leader of collaborative efforts to mobilize voters, protect voting rights, and win elections, America Votes is committed to advancing racial equity within our organization and across our coalition. We acknowledge the systematic racism that permeates all facets of our society, including the right to vote. America Votes is also engaging with an understanding of the ways gender, sexuality and other forms of oppression intersect with race and how those relationships impact inequities our staff, our partners, and the communities that we engage in our work face.
America Votes strives to model our commitment to racial equity through our internal and external operations, programs, and partnerships. We acknowledge the inequitable structures that continue to exist and are moving forward with a sustained commitment in time, resources and people to challenge structural racism and work towards creating a reflective organization and democracy.
Position Description
America Votes is seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Manager of Campaigns and Partnerships to manage coalition wide voter engagement programs and winning electoral campaigns.
The Senior Manager of Partnerships and Campaigns plays a key role in the advancement of the progressive movement and is responsible for supporting the coordination and alignment of electoral, organizing, and advocacy work among partners and allies, with an emphasis on direct voter contact. This person will be a critical part of the state team and be responsible for partner-facing projects such as coordinating and implementing cross-coalition voter engagement programs, developing winning electoral strategies, and fostering a sense of community across the coalition. The Senior Manager for Partnerships and Campaigns will work directly with America Votes partners and allies in the state to facilitate best practices and incorporate research-tested tactics. This position reports directly to theMichigan State Director and will manage projects that advance shared electoral and democracy goals.
The ideal candidate brings deep experience building winning advocacy and independent expenditure campaigns, deep knowledge of coalition work, and experience implementing shared strategies. They are energized by bringing out the best work in others and comfortable switching frequently between on-the-ground support and developing complex spreadsheets. A high level of discretion, political judgement, and collaboration is required.
Position Responsibilities
Partnership Management and Coordination: Build and maintain thoughtful and trusting relationships with key stakeholders, including America Votes staff, America Votes partners, and allies in our work. Support coalition coordination by gathering information, elevating critical needs, monitoring benchmarks, providing high quality technical assistance including scaling up tactics and basic use of tools like Voter Activation Network (VAN) and internal tools and identifying gaps in collective strategy. This position will support coalition growth, sustainability, and effectiveness. Maintain external communications with partners (i.e. may include weekly emails) and workgroup listservs, meeting follow-up, regular phone calls, etc. Facilitate meetings or portions of meetings. Work assignments will include in person work including 1 on 1, small group, and larger coalition meetings and support to partner programs that will vary in size.
Campaign Support: Support coalition partners through the development of campaign plans and supporting the implementation of winning strategies. Lead coalition campaign work on voter engagement programs and electoral field campaigns, including supporting the integration of best practices as well as managing coordination and universe coverage. Support program implementation by leading meetings of coalition partners, which may include work groups on election-related topics, participating in campaign activities (like canvassing). Identify key opportunities to better leverage and/or mitigate state-specific election administration law or to strengthen voting access in the state.
Project Management: Own a portfolio of projects they are responsible for managing to completion. Support the State Director in implementing America Votes' organizational goals, including REI goals. Participate in team creation of work plans and team benchmarks for success. Manage special projects to deliver on team goals. Manage information about partner plans and programs. Represent America Votes at meetings and events, including the America Votes State Summit.
Program and Campaign Technical Assistance: Working with the State Director, state team, and national team, support partner usage of voter engagement tools including VAN or direct voter contact tools like Scale to Win. Work with staff, partners, vendors, consultants, and others on supporting the use of voter contact data in coalition programs. Ensure consistent support and access to best practice and data training and facilitate trouble shooting for the implementation of various campaign tools.
Voting Rights and Election Administration Leadership: Coordinate and align America Votes partner programs seeking to protect the vote and engage voters in their rights; this will include identifying gaps in current strategies, as well as cultivating trusted relationships with key election officials to gather necessary information to inform the overall program.
Capacity Building: Collaborates with other departments to provide training and resources for partner organizations. Develop or co-develop capacity-building opportunities for partners and work with the state team to assess program gaps and overlaps to maximize program impact for both issue and electoral efforts. Work with the state data director to support data needs of partner programs. The portfolio may include some grant management. Assist and lead in planning and implementation of meetings and events with partners and other stakeholders - including both AV led and stakeholder led.
Other responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
Professional Experience: At least 3-5 years of experience in progressive political campaigns, progressive non-profits or similar organizations or similar transferable experience. At least one cycle of experience with campaign field operations including canvass operations. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years experience managing voter engagement programs including expertise in direct voter contact tactics like paid canvass, mail, and phone programs.
Relationship-building: Enthusiasm for building strong, trusting relationships with a diverse set of partners and allies over the long term; ability to build consensus, negotiate, and strategically disagree within a highly collaborative environment, Demonstrated ability to to practice confidentiality, discretion, and legal compliance in the work.
Entrepreneurial and Innovative: A general curiosity in how to strengthen traditional campaign tactics and programs-driving program innovations. Resilience in the face of set-backs and ability to pivot, often on short notice.
Tools: Familiarity with various data tools (i.e. VAN) with a deeper understanding how various tools can drive, align, and/or improve plans and programs. Proficient in Microsoft Office / Google Drive with emphasis on using Google Slides and Google Sheets. Must have the ability to manage a high volume of campaign data as well as create informational decks/slideshows.
Plan Writing: Experience developing advocacy or electoral campaign plans and strategies
Campaign Experience: Proven track record of leading programmatic work through a lens of racial equity. Familiarity with early vote, vote by mail, and voter mobilization programs. Understanding of common voter contact methods like canvass, mail, and phone programs and applying those to persuasion and mobilization efforts, including early vote.
Approach: Ability to work independently and to drive and manage own workload; ability to manage several tasks/projects concurrently and prioritize work effectively. Ability to travel within the state (as needed); ability to work irregular campaign style hours, especially during the peak months of the electoral cycle. Candidates should have a spirit of service and curiosity, along with a diplomatic approach to problem-solving in work with outside partners and while working independently or on a team.
Nice-to-have Qualifications: Skills and qualities that are a plus, but not a requirement:
Michigan/Battleground Experience: Experience working on advocacy and/or electoral campaigns in the state of Michigan or a similar competitive environment. Ideal candidates will have experience with data and targeting, using data to inform organizing and electoral campaign strategies. Familiarity with demographic specific programs like young voter/campus programs is a plus.
Election Administration/Protection Program Experience: Familiarity with state election administration laws and programs to educate and engage voters about their rights.
Location
This position is based in Michigan with a strong preference for SE Michigan (Detroit area), Lansing and travel around the state is expected with this position. Some national travel may be expected and reasonable access to an airport is required.
Compensation
The salary for this position will be between $70,000 and $75,000 and depend upon the applicant's experience. America Votes offers a competitive benefits package covering 100% of employee medical, dental, & vision insurance premiums, life insurance, long term disability coverage, monthly cell phone reimbursement, personal professional development funds, parental leave, and 401 (K) after four months of continuous service with the organization. America Votes provides a generous paid time off policy with paid vacation, unlimited sick and safe leave, paid personal days, at least 10 Federal paid holidays including Juneteenth, as well as paid organizational time off from at least December 23 to January 1. If represented byThe position is represented by the America Votes Workers Union.
To Apply
Please submit a copy of your resume, a cover letter and three references to the application form.
Please note that only applications received through the application form will be considered; please do not email us your application materials.
America Votes is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. America Votes does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under local, state or federal law. People of color, LGBTQ candidates, individuals with disabilities, and neurodivergent individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.
We’re Hiring!
Associate Director, Recruitment & Onboarding
Location of Position: Marin Headlands, Sausalito, California
Reports to : Senior Director, People & Culture
Position Classification & Expected Hours of Work, and Travel:
This is a full-time position.
Regular onsite work is required.
Days and hours of work may vary according to the needs of The Marine Mammal Center.
Evening, weekend, and holiday work is required as job duties demand.
Travel within California is expected for this position.
Compensation Range: $93,600 - $109,738 annual
Benefits:
Holidays
Sick Time
Vacation
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Life Insurance
Long Term Disability Insurance
401k Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Job Summary:
The Associate Director, Recruitment & Onboarding serves as the senior operational lead and is the architect for staff recruitment, hiring, and onboarding and volunteer recruitment, onboarding, and placement at The Marine Mammal Center. This role provides strategic input, architectural design, and operational leadership to ensure recruitment and onboarding practices are consistent, equitable, compliant, and aligned with the Center’s mission and strategic priorities. The Associate Director, Recruitment & Onboarding translates organizational direction, workforce and volunteer priorities, and operational needs into scalable recruitment and onboarding frameworks, tools, and practices. This role oversees and develops a multidisciplinary recruitment team, manages recruitment systems, and stewards the organization’s staff position description and volunteer role description libraries. This role is accountable for day-to-day staff hiring outcomes and volunteer placements. This position actively supports the Center’s mission by ensuring the organization attracts, selects, and onboards a diverse, skilled, and mission-aligned staff workforce and volunteer community.
Essential Functions:
Recruitment & Onboarding Strategy: 60%
Serve as the senior operational lead and manage recruitment and onboarding frameworks that support staff recruitment, hiring, and onboarding and volunteer recruitment, onboarding, and placement, aligned with organizational priorities established by the People & Culture department and Executive leadership
Provide oversight of end-to-end processes for staff and volunteer recruitment and onboarding, ensuring consistent, equitable, and high-quality practices.
Manage and administer all Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and onboarding platforms, ensuring appropriate configuration, data integrity, user access, and system performance.
Provide operational leadership for ATS and onboarding platform reviews, assessing system effectiveness, alignment with organizational needs, compliance requirements, and user experience.
Lead and support the development of Requests for Proposal (RFPs) for recruitment and onboarding systems as needed, including requirements gathering, evaluation criteria, and cross-functional coordination.
Manage and facilitate recruitment and onboarding vendor evaluation and selection processes, including demonstrations, comparative analysis, and recommendation development in partnership with People & Culture leadership and other stakeholders as needed.
Provide leadership and guidance for recruitment and onboarding system implementation, configuration, testing, and rollout, ensuring data integrity, minimal disruption, and alignment with recruitment and onboarding workflows as needed.
Ensure background checks, motor vehicle checks, Form I-9, E-Verify, and other pre-boarding requirements for staff and volunteers are completed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with all applicable requirements.
Ensure recruitment and onboarding practices align with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, funding requirements and budget constraints, and organizational policies.
Develop and maintain dashboards and reports measuring staff time-to-fill, source of staff hire, volunteer pipeline health, placement timelines, compliance, candidate and volunteer experience, and outreach or event return on investment (ROI).
Review recruitment and onboarding data to identify trends, risks, and gaps; implement corrective actions and provide recommendations to People & Culture leadership as needed.
Lead continuous improvement of recruitment and onboarding frameworks, tools, and standards to strengthen effectiveness, experience, and outcomes.
Design sourcing approaches that support organizational hiring priorities, including proactive pipeline development for hard-to-fill, technical, and mission-critical staff roles.
Provide oversight of talent pipeline development for staff and volunteers, ensuring sustainable, mission-aligned candidate and volunteer pools are maintained.
Serve as a visible talent brand ambassador for the Center, confidently articulating the organization’s mission, impact, culture, and opportunities to candidates and prospective volunteers.
Engage directly in sourcing and outreach activities for staff and volunteer roles when positions are senior-level, highly specialized, strategically critical, or present unique recruitment challenges.
Establish standards and expectations for candidate and volunteer experience across recruitment stages, ensuring timely communication, structured interviews, and consistent offer or placement practices.
Manage and steward the Center’s staff position description library and role description library, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and alignment with organizational structure, position and role levels, equitable classification practices, workforce planning, and operational needs.
Maintain established templates, standards, and review processes for the creation, updating, and approval of staff position descriptions and volunteer role descriptions.
Provide oversight and guidance to management during the development or revision of a position or role description using established protocols.
Conduct regular and periodic reviews of position and volunteer role descriptions to ensure ongoing relevance, clarity, and organizational alignment.
Ensure position description and role description libraries are integrated with recruitment and onboarding systems and workflows.
Leadership & Management: 25 %
Hire, train, mentor, and manage staff, ensuring individual and team development, alignment with goals, and adherence to policies and best practices.
Provide direct supervision and coaching to strengthen communication capacity across departments, building a culture of clear, consistent, and mission-driven storytelling.
Meet with direct reports to identify and resolve problems; perform personnel actions, such as approving timesheets and evaluating performance.
Monitor workload distribution and team capacity to ensure sustainable operations and effective service delivery.
Coach and train direct reports to build sourcing and outreach capabilities across the Recruitment & Onboarding team for position and role levels, ensuring sustainability and high-quality recruitment practices.
Foster a collaborative, service-oriented, and mission-aligned team culture grounded in professionalism, confidentiality, and continuous improvement.
Partner with hiring managers and organizational leaders to clarify staffing and volunteer needs, define hiring and onboarding criteria, and set expectations for recruitment and onboarding timelines.
Review hiring and volunteer placement outcomes and intervene when barriers, delays, or risks arise.
Serve as the primary escalation point for staff recruitment, hiring, and onboarding and volunteer recruitment, onboarding, and placement issues, resolving most challenges and elevating matters to People & Culture leadership when issues involve policy interpretation, legal or compliance risk, and/or cross-departmental impact.
Supports the development of the Recruitment & Onboarding budget in collaboration with the Senior Director, Human Resources; tracks results to ensure alignment with key financial targets for expenses and/or revenue in collaboration with management; approves and monitors team expenditures within established parameters.
Organizational Impact: 10%
Actively contribute as a core member of the Center’s DEI committee, providing insight, data analysis, and recommendations related to recruitment, onboarding, risk mitigation, and data analytics to inform innovative practices to enhance organizational culture.
Lead the implementation of DEI initiatives aligned with organizational priorities for recruitment and onboarding of staff and volunteers.
Support and prioritize the Center’s DEI objectives and integrate as opportunities arise.
May actively serve on various organizational wide committees as assigned.
Other Duties as Assigned: 5%
Perform special projects and research as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibility:
- Human Resources Specialist
- Volunteer Recruitment & Onboarding Coordinator
1 - Volunteer Recruitment & Onboarding Manager
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Strong commitment to the mission and strategic priorities of The Marine Mammal Center.
Ability to understand strategic organizational issues and influence change.
Strong knowledge of human resources practices, policies, and procedures, with demonstrated judgment and discretion in application
Demonstrated knowledge of current recruitment, onboarding, talent acquisition tools, strategies, processes, and best practices.
Experience serving as a system administrator/super user for a complex Applicant Tracking System (ATS), including requisitions, job postings, candidate communications, interview scheduling, offer management, onboarding workflows, and advanced analytics/reporting.
Experience implementing, optimizing, and maintaining platforms, including workflow design, change management, documentation, and end-user training.
Experience managing vendor relationships, contracts, and service delivery for recruiting systems and related tools.
Experience with employer branding and recruitment-related marketing strategies to support candidate attraction and engagement.
Strong, current knowledge of applicable state and federal laws and regulations related to recruiting and hiring.
Demonstrated ability to develop, interpret, and leverage data and analytics to inform strategy, drive continuous improvement, and improve outcomes.
Customer-focused approach with the ability to understand stakeholder needs, set clear expectations, and consistently deliver high-quality service.
Strong leadership and team building skills, with the ability to motivate team members, balance workloads, set priorities, monitor performance, and mentor, coach and develop talent.
Ability to quickly establish professional rapport with internal customers; approachable and able to engage with sensitivity, patience, and professionalism in addressing interpersonal concerns.
Demonstrated professionalism and confidentiality in handling sensitive and confidential information.
Excellent written, verbal, active listening, presentation, and facilitation skills, with the ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and timely.
Comfort participating in group presentations and negotiations, representing the function effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to work collaboratively and maintain open communication in a team environment, partnering effectively across functions and levels.
Ability to work independently to manage projects, priorities, commitments, and deadlines.
Strong organization skills including attention to detail, effective problem-solving, multitasking, and time management.
Ability to solve complex problems efficiently and effectively, applying sound judgment and making timely decisions
Demonstrated ability to take initiative, prioritize competing demands, resolve conflicts, and follow through to completion
Adapts to and learns from change, challenges, and feedback; demonstrates flexibility in approach and supports others in adopting new processes and expectations.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Word) and virtual collaboration tools (Asana, Slack, Teams, Zoom).
Ability to build and sustain effective working relationships with people from diverse backgrounds while demonstrating self-awareness, respect, and professionalism.
Willingness to support and participate in the Center’s diversity, equity, and inclusion programs.
Qualifications and Experience:
Professional HR certification such as SHRM-SCP or SPHR preferred.
Valid driver license with acceptable motor vehicle record to maintain standards of insurability. (Must be 21+ years old as frequently driving company vehicles is required for this position.)
This position requires a combination of education and/or experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field; and 7 years of experience directly related in recruitment and onboarding operations, with at least 5 years in a leadership/people management capacity.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements:
This position operates in a professional office, laboratory, and hospital environment both indoors and outdoors with access to other parts of the facilities via outdoor pathways.
Routinely uses standard office equipment, which may involve repetitive motion.
This role involves extended periods of desk work and computer use.
Job responsibilities may include physical tasks requiring manual dexterity, coordination, and mobility, including lifting or moving up to 25 pounds.
Exposure to odors associated with animals and the care of animals.
Limited exposure to allergens and zoonotic diseases.
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY
The Marine Mammal Center actively engages individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to embracing diversity within our organization because we firmly believe that diverse employee teams help us to achieve our best organizational outcomes and provide the most effective support to the communities we serve. We are deeply dedicated to creating and maintaining an inclusive, equitable and supportive work environment. We strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply. The Marine Mammal Center believes in growth and supporting our employees as best we can so they can become their best selves in and outside of work. We believe that a healthy work environment means building an inclusive culture where people can thrive together and feel supported and empowered. We believe in stretch versus constraint.
OUR MISSION
The Marine Mammal Center advances ocean health through marine mammal rescue and rehabilitation, research, and education.
ABOUT THE MARINE MAMMAL CENTER For more information, please visit our “About Us” page at www.marinemammalcenter.org
To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and resume and provide a brief description about how your experience aligns with the role.
Note that applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
In your cover letter, please feel free to note which pronouns you use (For example – she/her/hers, he/him/his, they/them/theirs, etc).
We strongly encourage people of color, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and non-binary people, veterans, parents, and individuals with disabilities to apply. The Center is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to our team. If you need reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.
Feb 20, 2026
Full time
We’re Hiring!
Associate Director, Recruitment & Onboarding
Location of Position: Marin Headlands, Sausalito, California
Reports to : Senior Director, People & Culture
Position Classification & Expected Hours of Work, and Travel:
This is a full-time position.
Regular onsite work is required.
Days and hours of work may vary according to the needs of The Marine Mammal Center.
Evening, weekend, and holiday work is required as job duties demand.
Travel within California is expected for this position.
Compensation Range: $93,600 - $109,738 annual
Benefits:
Holidays
Sick Time
Vacation
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Life Insurance
Long Term Disability Insurance
401k Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Job Summary:
The Associate Director, Recruitment & Onboarding serves as the senior operational lead and is the architect for staff recruitment, hiring, and onboarding and volunteer recruitment, onboarding, and placement at The Marine Mammal Center. This role provides strategic input, architectural design, and operational leadership to ensure recruitment and onboarding practices are consistent, equitable, compliant, and aligned with the Center’s mission and strategic priorities. The Associate Director, Recruitment & Onboarding translates organizational direction, workforce and volunteer priorities, and operational needs into scalable recruitment and onboarding frameworks, tools, and practices. This role oversees and develops a multidisciplinary recruitment team, manages recruitment systems, and stewards the organization’s staff position description and volunteer role description libraries. This role is accountable for day-to-day staff hiring outcomes and volunteer placements. This position actively supports the Center’s mission by ensuring the organization attracts, selects, and onboards a diverse, skilled, and mission-aligned staff workforce and volunteer community.
Essential Functions:
Recruitment & Onboarding Strategy: 60%
Serve as the senior operational lead and manage recruitment and onboarding frameworks that support staff recruitment, hiring, and onboarding and volunteer recruitment, onboarding, and placement, aligned with organizational priorities established by the People & Culture department and Executive leadership
Provide oversight of end-to-end processes for staff and volunteer recruitment and onboarding, ensuring consistent, equitable, and high-quality practices.
Manage and administer all Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and onboarding platforms, ensuring appropriate configuration, data integrity, user access, and system performance.
Provide operational leadership for ATS and onboarding platform reviews, assessing system effectiveness, alignment with organizational needs, compliance requirements, and user experience.
Lead and support the development of Requests for Proposal (RFPs) for recruitment and onboarding systems as needed, including requirements gathering, evaluation criteria, and cross-functional coordination.
Manage and facilitate recruitment and onboarding vendor evaluation and selection processes, including demonstrations, comparative analysis, and recommendation development in partnership with People & Culture leadership and other stakeholders as needed.
Provide leadership and guidance for recruitment and onboarding system implementation, configuration, testing, and rollout, ensuring data integrity, minimal disruption, and alignment with recruitment and onboarding workflows as needed.
Ensure background checks, motor vehicle checks, Form I-9, E-Verify, and other pre-boarding requirements for staff and volunteers are completed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with all applicable requirements.
Ensure recruitment and onboarding practices align with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, funding requirements and budget constraints, and organizational policies.
Develop and maintain dashboards and reports measuring staff time-to-fill, source of staff hire, volunteer pipeline health, placement timelines, compliance, candidate and volunteer experience, and outreach or event return on investment (ROI).
Review recruitment and onboarding data to identify trends, risks, and gaps; implement corrective actions and provide recommendations to People & Culture leadership as needed.
Lead continuous improvement of recruitment and onboarding frameworks, tools, and standards to strengthen effectiveness, experience, and outcomes.
Design sourcing approaches that support organizational hiring priorities, including proactive pipeline development for hard-to-fill, technical, and mission-critical staff roles.
Provide oversight of talent pipeline development for staff and volunteers, ensuring sustainable, mission-aligned candidate and volunteer pools are maintained.
Serve as a visible talent brand ambassador for the Center, confidently articulating the organization’s mission, impact, culture, and opportunities to candidates and prospective volunteers.
Engage directly in sourcing and outreach activities for staff and volunteer roles when positions are senior-level, highly specialized, strategically critical, or present unique recruitment challenges.
Establish standards and expectations for candidate and volunteer experience across recruitment stages, ensuring timely communication, structured interviews, and consistent offer or placement practices.
Manage and steward the Center’s staff position description library and role description library, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and alignment with organizational structure, position and role levels, equitable classification practices, workforce planning, and operational needs.
Maintain established templates, standards, and review processes for the creation, updating, and approval of staff position descriptions and volunteer role descriptions.
Provide oversight and guidance to management during the development or revision of a position or role description using established protocols.
Conduct regular and periodic reviews of position and volunteer role descriptions to ensure ongoing relevance, clarity, and organizational alignment.
Ensure position description and role description libraries are integrated with recruitment and onboarding systems and workflows.
Leadership & Management: 25 %
Hire, train, mentor, and manage staff, ensuring individual and team development, alignment with goals, and adherence to policies and best practices.
Provide direct supervision and coaching to strengthen communication capacity across departments, building a culture of clear, consistent, and mission-driven storytelling.
Meet with direct reports to identify and resolve problems; perform personnel actions, such as approving timesheets and evaluating performance.
Monitor workload distribution and team capacity to ensure sustainable operations and effective service delivery.
Coach and train direct reports to build sourcing and outreach capabilities across the Recruitment & Onboarding team for position and role levels, ensuring sustainability and high-quality recruitment practices.
Foster a collaborative, service-oriented, and mission-aligned team culture grounded in professionalism, confidentiality, and continuous improvement.
Partner with hiring managers and organizational leaders to clarify staffing and volunteer needs, define hiring and onboarding criteria, and set expectations for recruitment and onboarding timelines.
Review hiring and volunteer placement outcomes and intervene when barriers, delays, or risks arise.
Serve as the primary escalation point for staff recruitment, hiring, and onboarding and volunteer recruitment, onboarding, and placement issues, resolving most challenges and elevating matters to People & Culture leadership when issues involve policy interpretation, legal or compliance risk, and/or cross-departmental impact.
Supports the development of the Recruitment & Onboarding budget in collaboration with the Senior Director, Human Resources; tracks results to ensure alignment with key financial targets for expenses and/or revenue in collaboration with management; approves and monitors team expenditures within established parameters.
Organizational Impact: 10%
Actively contribute as a core member of the Center’s DEI committee, providing insight, data analysis, and recommendations related to recruitment, onboarding, risk mitigation, and data analytics to inform innovative practices to enhance organizational culture.
Lead the implementation of DEI initiatives aligned with organizational priorities for recruitment and onboarding of staff and volunteers.
Support and prioritize the Center’s DEI objectives and integrate as opportunities arise.
May actively serve on various organizational wide committees as assigned.
Other Duties as Assigned: 5%
Perform special projects and research as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibility:
- Human Resources Specialist
- Volunteer Recruitment & Onboarding Coordinator
1 - Volunteer Recruitment & Onboarding Manager
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Strong commitment to the mission and strategic priorities of The Marine Mammal Center.
Ability to understand strategic organizational issues and influence change.
Strong knowledge of human resources practices, policies, and procedures, with demonstrated judgment and discretion in application
Demonstrated knowledge of current recruitment, onboarding, talent acquisition tools, strategies, processes, and best practices.
Experience serving as a system administrator/super user for a complex Applicant Tracking System (ATS), including requisitions, job postings, candidate communications, interview scheduling, offer management, onboarding workflows, and advanced analytics/reporting.
Experience implementing, optimizing, and maintaining platforms, including workflow design, change management, documentation, and end-user training.
Experience managing vendor relationships, contracts, and service delivery for recruiting systems and related tools.
Experience with employer branding and recruitment-related marketing strategies to support candidate attraction and engagement.
Strong, current knowledge of applicable state and federal laws and regulations related to recruiting and hiring.
Demonstrated ability to develop, interpret, and leverage data and analytics to inform strategy, drive continuous improvement, and improve outcomes.
Customer-focused approach with the ability to understand stakeholder needs, set clear expectations, and consistently deliver high-quality service.
Strong leadership and team building skills, with the ability to motivate team members, balance workloads, set priorities, monitor performance, and mentor, coach and develop talent.
Ability to quickly establish professional rapport with internal customers; approachable and able to engage with sensitivity, patience, and professionalism in addressing interpersonal concerns.
Demonstrated professionalism and confidentiality in handling sensitive and confidential information.
Excellent written, verbal, active listening, presentation, and facilitation skills, with the ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and timely.
Comfort participating in group presentations and negotiations, representing the function effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to work collaboratively and maintain open communication in a team environment, partnering effectively across functions and levels.
Ability to work independently to manage projects, priorities, commitments, and deadlines.
Strong organization skills including attention to detail, effective problem-solving, multitasking, and time management.
Ability to solve complex problems efficiently and effectively, applying sound judgment and making timely decisions
Demonstrated ability to take initiative, prioritize competing demands, resolve conflicts, and follow through to completion
Adapts to and learns from change, challenges, and feedback; demonstrates flexibility in approach and supports others in adopting new processes and expectations.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Word) and virtual collaboration tools (Asana, Slack, Teams, Zoom).
Ability to build and sustain effective working relationships with people from diverse backgrounds while demonstrating self-awareness, respect, and professionalism.
Willingness to support and participate in the Center’s diversity, equity, and inclusion programs.
Qualifications and Experience:
Professional HR certification such as SHRM-SCP or SPHR preferred.
Valid driver license with acceptable motor vehicle record to maintain standards of insurability. (Must be 21+ years old as frequently driving company vehicles is required for this position.)
This position requires a combination of education and/or experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field; and 7 years of experience directly related in recruitment and onboarding operations, with at least 5 years in a leadership/people management capacity.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements:
This position operates in a professional office, laboratory, and hospital environment both indoors and outdoors with access to other parts of the facilities via outdoor pathways.
Routinely uses standard office equipment, which may involve repetitive motion.
This role involves extended periods of desk work and computer use.
Job responsibilities may include physical tasks requiring manual dexterity, coordination, and mobility, including lifting or moving up to 25 pounds.
Exposure to odors associated with animals and the care of animals.
Limited exposure to allergens and zoonotic diseases.
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY
The Marine Mammal Center actively engages individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to embracing diversity within our organization because we firmly believe that diverse employee teams help us to achieve our best organizational outcomes and provide the most effective support to the communities we serve. We are deeply dedicated to creating and maintaining an inclusive, equitable and supportive work environment. We strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply. The Marine Mammal Center believes in growth and supporting our employees as best we can so they can become their best selves in and outside of work. We believe that a healthy work environment means building an inclusive culture where people can thrive together and feel supported and empowered. We believe in stretch versus constraint.
OUR MISSION
The Marine Mammal Center advances ocean health through marine mammal rescue and rehabilitation, research, and education.
ABOUT THE MARINE MAMMAL CENTER For more information, please visit our “About Us” page at www.marinemammalcenter.org
To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and resume and provide a brief description about how your experience aligns with the role.
Note that applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
In your cover letter, please feel free to note which pronouns you use (For example – she/her/hers, he/him/his, they/them/theirs, etc).
We strongly encourage people of color, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and non-binary people, veterans, parents, and individuals with disabilities to apply. The Center is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to our team. If you need reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.
SUMMARY Reports to: Chief Development Officer FLSA Status: Exempt Union Position: Yes EMILYs List, the nation’s largest resource for women in politics, is searching for a Regional Finance Director to join our Development team. The Tri-State Regional Finance Director is part of a dynamic team whose principal responsibility is cultivating continued support among existing $5K+ donors and recruiting new supporters at the major gifts level. Candidates should be experienced, innovative fundraisers who can create and implement a fundraising plan for a designated territory. This territory serves New York, New Jersey, Connecticut. This position is based in the territory. At EMILYs List, you’ll be part of a dynamic team committed to electing Democratic pro-choice women up and down the ballot. Read on for more details about the job and about EMILYs List.
Essential Job Functions
Cultivate and solicit major gifts from individuals in the region;
Develop new relationships and build robust prospect pool, as well as retain and upgrade existing donors;
Use a variety of solicitation tools, including events, meetings, calls, and online communication;
Maintain strong internal relationships as the individual works with a variety of staff members in the national office, including the Sr. Director of Major Gifts, Chief Development Officer, President, and other members of the senior staff as well as peers across the country;
Play a leadership roll in the planning of the annual regional conference and Luncheon;
Plan regular development and fundraising trips for the President and other senior staff as needed;
Work closely with the regional fundraising team to reach annual and cycle fundraising goals;
Travel is expected up to 40% - 50% of the time, including regular trips to Washington, DC.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Ideal candidates will have a minimum of five years of fundraising experience and direct major donor solicitation, including prospecting and upgrading, and a proven track record securing major gifts.
Candidates should be innovative self-starters, able to work independently, as well as with a wide variety of people, demonstrate an ability to prioritize and handle a wide variety of projects and commit to results.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and fundraising databases, ideally Raiser’s Edge, is a plus.
Campaign and/or political experience helpful but not required.
All candidates should possess commitment and passion to elect Democratic pro-choice women, as well as a commitment to the diversity of our candidates, membership, partners, and staff.
The salary range for this position is $112,000 - $130,000 and comes with a comprehensive benefits package . The starting pay for this position is equal to others at the same level throughout the organization. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted directly. No calls, please. Our office is based in Washington, DC. This position is eligible for full-time remote work. About EMILYs List EMILYs List, the nation’s largest resource for women in politics, works to elect Democratic pro-choice women up and down the ballot and across the country with a goal of fighting for our rights and our communities. Over 40 years, EMILYs List has raised over $978 million to help Democratic women win competitive elections by recruiting and training candidates, supporting and helping build strong campaigns, researching the issues that impact women and families, running one of the most impactful independent expenditure operations for Democrats, and turning out women voters to the polls. Since our founding in 1985, we have helped elect the country’s first woman as vice president, 193 women to the House, 29 to the Senate, 22 governors, and over 1,600 women to state and local office. More than 40% of the candidates EMILYs List has helped elect to Congress have been women of color. Visit www.emilyslist.org for more information. EMILYs List is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values a multicultural, diverse working environment. Applicants of diverse backgrounds are welcomed and encouraged to apply. EMILYs List prohibits discrimination of employment, promotion, compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment based on gender, disability, race, age, national origin, color, creed, sexual orientation, sex (including marital and parental status), gender identity and expression, religion, economic status, ethnic identity, veteran’s status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the person holding this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. EMILYs List reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
SUMMARY Reports to: Chief Development Officer FLSA Status: Exempt Union Position: Yes EMILYs List, the nation’s largest resource for women in politics, is searching for a Regional Finance Director to join our Development team. The Tri-State Regional Finance Director is part of a dynamic team whose principal responsibility is cultivating continued support among existing $5K+ donors and recruiting new supporters at the major gifts level. Candidates should be experienced, innovative fundraisers who can create and implement a fundraising plan for a designated territory. This territory serves New York, New Jersey, Connecticut. This position is based in the territory. At EMILYs List, you’ll be part of a dynamic team committed to electing Democratic pro-choice women up and down the ballot. Read on for more details about the job and about EMILYs List.
Essential Job Functions
Cultivate and solicit major gifts from individuals in the region;
Develop new relationships and build robust prospect pool, as well as retain and upgrade existing donors;
Use a variety of solicitation tools, including events, meetings, calls, and online communication;
Maintain strong internal relationships as the individual works with a variety of staff members in the national office, including the Sr. Director of Major Gifts, Chief Development Officer, President, and other members of the senior staff as well as peers across the country;
Play a leadership roll in the planning of the annual regional conference and Luncheon;
Plan regular development and fundraising trips for the President and other senior staff as needed;
Work closely with the regional fundraising team to reach annual and cycle fundraising goals;
Travel is expected up to 40% - 50% of the time, including regular trips to Washington, DC.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Ideal candidates will have a minimum of five years of fundraising experience and direct major donor solicitation, including prospecting and upgrading, and a proven track record securing major gifts.
Candidates should be innovative self-starters, able to work independently, as well as with a wide variety of people, demonstrate an ability to prioritize and handle a wide variety of projects and commit to results.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and fundraising databases, ideally Raiser’s Edge, is a plus.
Campaign and/or political experience helpful but not required.
All candidates should possess commitment and passion to elect Democratic pro-choice women, as well as a commitment to the diversity of our candidates, membership, partners, and staff.
The salary range for this position is $112,000 - $130,000 and comes with a comprehensive benefits package . The starting pay for this position is equal to others at the same level throughout the organization. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted directly. No calls, please. Our office is based in Washington, DC. This position is eligible for full-time remote work. About EMILYs List EMILYs List, the nation’s largest resource for women in politics, works to elect Democratic pro-choice women up and down the ballot and across the country with a goal of fighting for our rights and our communities. Over 40 years, EMILYs List has raised over $978 million to help Democratic women win competitive elections by recruiting and training candidates, supporting and helping build strong campaigns, researching the issues that impact women and families, running one of the most impactful independent expenditure operations for Democrats, and turning out women voters to the polls. Since our founding in 1985, we have helped elect the country’s first woman as vice president, 193 women to the House, 29 to the Senate, 22 governors, and over 1,600 women to state and local office. More than 40% of the candidates EMILYs List has helped elect to Congress have been women of color. Visit www.emilyslist.org for more information. EMILYs List is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values a multicultural, diverse working environment. Applicants of diverse backgrounds are welcomed and encouraged to apply. EMILYs List prohibits discrimination of employment, promotion, compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment based on gender, disability, race, age, national origin, color, creed, sexual orientation, sex (including marital and parental status), gender identity and expression, religion, economic status, ethnic identity, veteran’s status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the person holding this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. EMILYs List reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.
About Flamboyan Foundation
Guided by the belief that all children deserve the opportunity to live a fulfilling life, the Flamboyan Foundation works to ensure every child in the US and Puerto Rico receives an outstanding education. In Puerto Rico, we are focused on improving reading proficiency for students in the early grades and revitalizing the island by making strategic investments in arts, culture, and education. Our work in Washington, D.C. centers on strengthening family engagement in schools and school systems across the country through trainings, fellowships, and school- based partnerships.
Role Overview
Please note that this role requires full bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish. Candidates will be asked to demonstrate oral and written proficiency in both languages throughout the course of the interview process.
The Managing Director (MD), Communications leads the execution of Flamboyan’s digital-first communication strategy, ensuring high-quality, consistent and timely delivery across all channels. This role manages a small communications team and is responsible for turning organizational priorities, programmatic work, and leadership perspectives into compelling, audience-centered content that advances Flamboyan’s priorities in Washington, DC, Puerto Rico, and across the country. The MD works to grow Flamboyan’s profile and expands engagement efforts by strengthening the local and national brand and broadening the visibility of Flamboyan’s impact. The Managing Director ensures that our external communications priorities are equity-driven, strategically coordinated, reflective of local context in both Washington, DC and Puerto Rico, expansive in their reach to existing and potential partners, and align with Flamboyan’s organizational strategic priorities and influence strategy.
The MD, Communications is a hands-on people manager and operational leader who knows how to build systems, manage workflows, and monitor accountability to ensure that communications plans meet high standards of excellence. The MD, Communications will collaborate with team leads across both offices to help create a cohesive, digital first communications approach to promote the impact of our work in Washington, DC, Puerto Rico, and influence stakeholders across the country. This role is responsible for growing social media reach for the organization, including advancement of Flamboyan’s executive thought leadership in the fields of education, early literacy, family engagement, and philanthropy. The MD will partner with stakeholders across the organization to cultivate productive relationships and execute communications and marketing priorities across internal teams. While the role closely collaborates with senior leaders, the primary focus of the MD is on delivery, coordination, and execution of Flamboyan’s digital-first strategy.
Job Responsibilities
Digital First Communications Execution
Develop and oversee the implementation of a comprehensive social media and digital communications presence for Flamboyan aligned at reaching our educator and partner audiences grounded in Flamboyan’s core values.
Ensure execution of social media campaigns that are timely, targeted to appropriate audiences, and tied to program milestones and initiatives.
Translate data and programmatic work into compelling storytelling to expand the reach and impact of the organization, locally and nationally, including producing platform-appropriate content.
Oversee all content creation, review, and publishing workflows.
Lead efforts to publicly convey our story of impact, particularly for students most affected by systems of inequity, and ensuring it is amplified and leveraged widely.
Monitor performance metrics (reach, engagement, growth) and adjust execution tactics as needed.
Communications Operations
Lead the day-to-day operations of Flamboyan’s communications function across both regions, including planning and overseeing the execution of the communications editorial calendar.
Build and maintain systems for planning, tracking, and delivering communications in partnership with the Director, Communications Operations.
Proactively plan and implement end-to-end workflows for all digital content
Oversee the Communications budget, delivering communication and marketing initiatives within established budgets and identifying opportunities to reduce spending or increase value at all times.
Executive Communications Support
Ensure social media and digital communications plans for Flamboyan’s executive leadership are developed and implemented, including drafting, scheduling, and publishing content.
Develop talking points and supporting materials for external events such as webinars, panels, and speaking engagements.
Partner with senior leaders to ensure messaging is clear, consistent, and aligned with organizational priorities.
People Management & Team Leadership
Manage, coach, and support a team of 3-4 communications professionals and contractors (as needed) to help deliver high-quality communications deliverables on deadline.
Maintain a strong understanding of best practices, key trends, and industry changes in the digital communications space to help inform future communication strategies.
Track and report out on annual measurable success metrics for Flamboyan’s communications strategy in partnership with regional Senior Managing Directors of program.
Improve workflows, tools, and processes to increase efficiency, quality, and consistency of communications outputs.
Foster a collaborative, accountable team culture aligned with Flamboyan’s values.
Organizational Stewardship
Serve as an ambassador for Flamboyan’s organizational brand.
Model and foster the Flamboyan core values of People, Impact, Catalytic Action, and Equity
Responsibly steward financial and human resources
Continuously deepen your expertise and readiness to be an equity-centered team member and contributor in our programmatic efforts, self-awareness, inclusivity in your work, and serve as an agent of change for Flamboyan.
Other duties as assigned.
Organizational Equity + Culture Responsibilities
In addition to the responsibilities of the role detailed above, as a member of the Flamboyan team, you will be expected to carry high standards, contribute to a positive workplace culture, and exercise a deep and active commitment to equity and inclusion. As a member of the staff, you will be expected to:
Self Awareness + Maturity
Carry a strong sense of your authentic self.
Carry high self-efficacy and ownership of goals.
Acknowledge and correct mistakes without ego.
Maintain a willingness to learn and grow.
Understand where your strength and growth areas are.
Manage upward proactively and with confidence.
Be discrete and trustworthy, able to handle confidential information with care and grace.
Have high emotional intelligence and be able to navigate nuance.
Anti-Racist + Bias Competence
Actionably live your commitment to social justice.
Confidently speak openly and courageously about your own equity journey.
Be willing to confront your own biases and hold yourself accountable for disrupting them.
Ask who is not at the table.
Build time into projects to prioritize the voices that are not historically heard or valued.
Collaboration + Influence
Be a skilled collaborator and look for ways to include internal and external stakeholders in your work.
Know how to get results by leveraging the power of your expertise and informal authority to influence internal and external stakeholders, and discern which to use, and when.
Qualifications + Interview Process
Bachelor's degree in strategic communications, marketing, or public affairs
5-7+ years of related professional experience in communications, marketing, or digital media
1-3 years of people management or team-lead experience, either formal or informal
Fully bilingual in Spanish and English (written and spoken)
Proven ability to execute digital communications plans across multiple channels.
Experience building highly engaging owned media platforms
Track record of developing strong, collaborative partnerships with colleagues
Excellent writing and presentation skills, experience developing and delivering external presentations
Proven ability to break down silos and promote cross-functional communication and collaboration
Fluency in digital communication platforms such as SproutSocial, Cision, Meta Business Suite, etc.
Candidates can anticipate a multi-step interview process that will include opportunities to demonstrate oral and written proficiency in both languages.
Compensation
The starting salary range for the Managing Director, Communications role is $91,000 - $125,970. At Flamboyan, our starting salaries are based on four beliefs: we are competitive, we maintain internal equity across functions, there is room to develop, and salaries are aligned with the market. We avoid negotiating starting salaries to create equity across our team, and we set our salaries in such a way that staff can increase their compensation as they develop over time within their role.
Total rewards include an excellent benefit package including employer-sponsored health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), access to FSA and HSA plans, a retirement plan that includes employer matching, and a generous paid-time-off policy.
Work Location + Schedule
This position is based out of either our Washington, DC office or our San Juan, Puerto Rico office. All staff are required to live a commutable distance to our offices located at 1730 Massachusetts Avenue, NW (if based in Washington, DC) or 800 Avenida Roberto H Todd, San Juan, PR (if based in San Juan, PR) .
Flamboyan has a hybrid work schedule which is 4-days in the office (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday) and 1-day remote (Wednesday) each week along with 1 fully remote week quarterly. Our in-person workplace design is based on our belief that being physically present with colleagues internally and partners externally is essential to building relationships and optimizing our ability to achieve our individual and collective goals.
Local and national travel may be necessary.
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
About Flamboyan Foundation
Guided by the belief that all children deserve the opportunity to live a fulfilling life, the Flamboyan Foundation works to ensure every child in the US and Puerto Rico receives an outstanding education. In Puerto Rico, we are focused on improving reading proficiency for students in the early grades and revitalizing the island by making strategic investments in arts, culture, and education. Our work in Washington, D.C. centers on strengthening family engagement in schools and school systems across the country through trainings, fellowships, and school- based partnerships.
Role Overview
Please note that this role requires full bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish. Candidates will be asked to demonstrate oral and written proficiency in both languages throughout the course of the interview process.
The Managing Director (MD), Communications leads the execution of Flamboyan’s digital-first communication strategy, ensuring high-quality, consistent and timely delivery across all channels. This role manages a small communications team and is responsible for turning organizational priorities, programmatic work, and leadership perspectives into compelling, audience-centered content that advances Flamboyan’s priorities in Washington, DC, Puerto Rico, and across the country. The MD works to grow Flamboyan’s profile and expands engagement efforts by strengthening the local and national brand and broadening the visibility of Flamboyan’s impact. The Managing Director ensures that our external communications priorities are equity-driven, strategically coordinated, reflective of local context in both Washington, DC and Puerto Rico, expansive in their reach to existing and potential partners, and align with Flamboyan’s organizational strategic priorities and influence strategy.
The MD, Communications is a hands-on people manager and operational leader who knows how to build systems, manage workflows, and monitor accountability to ensure that communications plans meet high standards of excellence. The MD, Communications will collaborate with team leads across both offices to help create a cohesive, digital first communications approach to promote the impact of our work in Washington, DC, Puerto Rico, and influence stakeholders across the country. This role is responsible for growing social media reach for the organization, including advancement of Flamboyan’s executive thought leadership in the fields of education, early literacy, family engagement, and philanthropy. The MD will partner with stakeholders across the organization to cultivate productive relationships and execute communications and marketing priorities across internal teams. While the role closely collaborates with senior leaders, the primary focus of the MD is on delivery, coordination, and execution of Flamboyan’s digital-first strategy.
Job Responsibilities
Digital First Communications Execution
Develop and oversee the implementation of a comprehensive social media and digital communications presence for Flamboyan aligned at reaching our educator and partner audiences grounded in Flamboyan’s core values.
Ensure execution of social media campaigns that are timely, targeted to appropriate audiences, and tied to program milestones and initiatives.
Translate data and programmatic work into compelling storytelling to expand the reach and impact of the organization, locally and nationally, including producing platform-appropriate content.
Oversee all content creation, review, and publishing workflows.
Lead efforts to publicly convey our story of impact, particularly for students most affected by systems of inequity, and ensuring it is amplified and leveraged widely.
Monitor performance metrics (reach, engagement, growth) and adjust execution tactics as needed.
Communications Operations
Lead the day-to-day operations of Flamboyan’s communications function across both regions, including planning and overseeing the execution of the communications editorial calendar.
Build and maintain systems for planning, tracking, and delivering communications in partnership with the Director, Communications Operations.
Proactively plan and implement end-to-end workflows for all digital content
Oversee the Communications budget, delivering communication and marketing initiatives within established budgets and identifying opportunities to reduce spending or increase value at all times.
Executive Communications Support
Ensure social media and digital communications plans for Flamboyan’s executive leadership are developed and implemented, including drafting, scheduling, and publishing content.
Develop talking points and supporting materials for external events such as webinars, panels, and speaking engagements.
Partner with senior leaders to ensure messaging is clear, consistent, and aligned with organizational priorities.
People Management & Team Leadership
Manage, coach, and support a team of 3-4 communications professionals and contractors (as needed) to help deliver high-quality communications deliverables on deadline.
Maintain a strong understanding of best practices, key trends, and industry changes in the digital communications space to help inform future communication strategies.
Track and report out on annual measurable success metrics for Flamboyan’s communications strategy in partnership with regional Senior Managing Directors of program.
Improve workflows, tools, and processes to increase efficiency, quality, and consistency of communications outputs.
Foster a collaborative, accountable team culture aligned with Flamboyan’s values.
Organizational Stewardship
Serve as an ambassador for Flamboyan’s organizational brand.
Model and foster the Flamboyan core values of People, Impact, Catalytic Action, and Equity
Responsibly steward financial and human resources
Continuously deepen your expertise and readiness to be an equity-centered team member and contributor in our programmatic efforts, self-awareness, inclusivity in your work, and serve as an agent of change for Flamboyan.
Other duties as assigned.
Organizational Equity + Culture Responsibilities
In addition to the responsibilities of the role detailed above, as a member of the Flamboyan team, you will be expected to carry high standards, contribute to a positive workplace culture, and exercise a deep and active commitment to equity and inclusion. As a member of the staff, you will be expected to:
Self Awareness + Maturity
Carry a strong sense of your authentic self.
Carry high self-efficacy and ownership of goals.
Acknowledge and correct mistakes without ego.
Maintain a willingness to learn and grow.
Understand where your strength and growth areas are.
Manage upward proactively and with confidence.
Be discrete and trustworthy, able to handle confidential information with care and grace.
Have high emotional intelligence and be able to navigate nuance.
Anti-Racist + Bias Competence
Actionably live your commitment to social justice.
Confidently speak openly and courageously about your own equity journey.
Be willing to confront your own biases and hold yourself accountable for disrupting them.
Ask who is not at the table.
Build time into projects to prioritize the voices that are not historically heard or valued.
Collaboration + Influence
Be a skilled collaborator and look for ways to include internal and external stakeholders in your work.
Know how to get results by leveraging the power of your expertise and informal authority to influence internal and external stakeholders, and discern which to use, and when.
Qualifications + Interview Process
Bachelor's degree in strategic communications, marketing, or public affairs
5-7+ years of related professional experience in communications, marketing, or digital media
1-3 years of people management or team-lead experience, either formal or informal
Fully bilingual in Spanish and English (written and spoken)
Proven ability to execute digital communications plans across multiple channels.
Experience building highly engaging owned media platforms
Track record of developing strong, collaborative partnerships with colleagues
Excellent writing and presentation skills, experience developing and delivering external presentations
Proven ability to break down silos and promote cross-functional communication and collaboration
Fluency in digital communication platforms such as SproutSocial, Cision, Meta Business Suite, etc.
Candidates can anticipate a multi-step interview process that will include opportunities to demonstrate oral and written proficiency in both languages.
Compensation
The starting salary range for the Managing Director, Communications role is $91,000 - $125,970. At Flamboyan, our starting salaries are based on four beliefs: we are competitive, we maintain internal equity across functions, there is room to develop, and salaries are aligned with the market. We avoid negotiating starting salaries to create equity across our team, and we set our salaries in such a way that staff can increase their compensation as they develop over time within their role.
Total rewards include an excellent benefit package including employer-sponsored health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), access to FSA and HSA plans, a retirement plan that includes employer matching, and a generous paid-time-off policy.
Work Location + Schedule
This position is based out of either our Washington, DC office or our San Juan, Puerto Rico office. All staff are required to live a commutable distance to our offices located at 1730 Massachusetts Avenue, NW (if based in Washington, DC) or 800 Avenida Roberto H Todd, San Juan, PR (if based in San Juan, PR) .
Flamboyan has a hybrid work schedule which is 4-days in the office (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday) and 1-day remote (Wednesday) each week along with 1 fully remote week quarterly. Our in-person workplace design is based on our belief that being physically present with colleagues internally and partners externally is essential to building relationships and optimizing our ability to achieve our individual and collective goals.
Local and national travel may be necessary.
Please Note: This position has the opportunity to be based at any one of our three campuses located in Fort Collins, CO (Larimer Campus), Longmont, CO (Boulder County Campus), or Westminster, CO (Westminster Campus).
Please select your campus(es) of interest in the application.
Who We Are
With three campuses along Colorado’s Front Range, FRCC is the state’s largest community college. We enroll close to 28,000 students annually from our diverse service area, which offers a variety of cultural and recreational activities.
Each year approximately 5,000 FRCC students transfer to four-year universities and FRCC offers more than 36 career training programs that prepare students for immediate employment and rewarding careers. Last year, more than 5,000 high school students took concurrent enrollment classes with us, earning college credit without having to pay college tuition. And we were recently ranked as one of the “Top Online Colleges” in the country by Newsweek.
One of FRCC’s main goals is to offer educational excellence for everyone. The college’s strong commitment to student success means we start by creating an inclusive and equitable environment—one where both students and employees feel they belong and are supported. FRCC’s focus on diversity, equity and inclusion is woven into the fabric of our college conversations and decision-making processes. We are actively seeking to hire a workforce that reflects the diversity of our student body.
The college is also an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution. For us, becoming an HSI is an intentional commitment to being a college where our Latinx (and other historically marginalized) students thrive.
FRCC employees and leaders work hard to create a culture of collaboration, innovation and pride. We’re looking to hire people who share these values—along with our commitment to student success, equity and excellence.
Who You Are
As the inaugural Director of Infrastructure and Maintenance, you will be the operational backbone of FRCC’s Strategic Plan, “ Forward, Together ,” providing strategic, operational, and technical leadership for Facilities Services across three campuses. You will direct day-to-day departmental functions, guide Assistant Directors and staff, and partner closely with the Associate Vice President of Facilities to shape long-term goals, priorities, and resource planning. You will foster a culture of accountability, service excellence, and continuous improvement amongst a team who take pride in their part of student success.
In this role, you will lead regulatory compliance, environmental health, and safety programs across three campuses, driving proactive audits, hazardous materials management, and campus-wide risk mitigation. As a member of key institutional committees, including the Crisis Management Team, you contribute expertise and provide decisive leadership in emergency response and continuity planning.
In partnership with senior leadership, you advance multi-campus inspection programs and shape long-range facilities strategy, capital construction planning, and controlled maintenance prioritization to align infrastructure investments with institutional goals.
This is an essential, highly visible leadership role requiring consistent on-campus presence and regular travel across all campuses to effectively coordinate departmental needs, collaborate with stakeholders, and foster a supportive culture. You may be required to work onsite or remain on campus during delayed starts, early releases, or campus closures.
Please note: You need to be a Colorado resident on your first day of employment. Also, Front Range Community College is an E-Verify employer.
SALARY: $103,275-$105,341 annually
The salary range reflects the minimum and maximum starting salary for the position. When determining the starting salary for a new employee, FRCC takes into consideration a combination of the selected candidate’s education, training and experience as it relates to the requirements of the position, as well as the position’s scope and complexity, internal pay equity and external market value.
BENEFITS: For information about benefits, please view APT & Faculty Benefits .
SELECTION PROCESS: Position will remain open until filled with a priority deadline of March 24, 2026. This posting may be used to fill multiple or similar positions.
The selection process for the Director of Infrastructure Maintenance will be conducted through a competitive, merit-based evaluation of all qualified applicants. Preliminary screening will be based on the completed application package submitted by the candidate. In your application, please include a resume and cover letter that specifically address how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
Primary Duties
Department Leadership:
Provide strategic and operational leadership for Infrastructure and Maintenance across three campuses, guiding Assistant Directors and Facilities Services staff while establishing departmental goals, policies, and performance standards aligned with institutional priorities and regulatory requirements.
Lead recruitment, coaching, and performance management efforts to build a culture of accountability, engagement, continuous improvement, and safe hazardous materials handling practices, including required training such as Bloodborne Pathogens compliance.
Partner with the Associate Vice President of Facilities to develop and manage departmental budgets, ensuring responsible resource stewardship and identifying operational and fiscal efficiencies.
Operational and Technical Leadership:
Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Life Safety Code, National Electric Code (NEC), Uniform Building Code (UBC), and Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC).
Lead internal audits, environmental health programs, chemical inventory and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) systems, and hazardous spill response team development across all campuses, identifying operational risks, compliance gaps, and opportunities for improvement across all campuses.
Serve on institutional committees focused on campus infrastructure, safety, and environmental quality, contributing expertise to enhance the physical environment and support student and employee well-being.
Act as a key member of the Crisis Management Team, communicating and advising the Vice President of Operations and directing Facilities personnel during emergency response activities and collaborating with Campus Safety.
Maintain accurate chemical inventory databases supporting teaching and research activities, ensuring compliance with community right-to-know reporting requirements and applicable building, fire, and environmental regulations.
Project Management:
Direct multi-campus inspection programs and maintain required documentation and reporting systems to meet regulatory and environmental compliance standards and ensure timely corrective action.
Collaborate with leadership, the Associate Vice President of Facilities, and the Vice President of Finance and Administration on capital construction planning, controlled maintenance submissions, deferred maintenance strategy, and long-range facilities planning.
Lead emergency preparedness and continuity of operations planning in coordination with Campus Safety and local emergency responders.
Required Competencies
Project Management: Prepares and maintains a Facilities master plan. Develops estimates including time and material for remodeling and repair projects.
Supervision : Directs and coordinates the overall day-to-day operations of the Facilities Services Department. Provides overall management and supervision of department personnel including hiring, motivating, and performance management.
Strategic Leadership : Recognition of Facilities’ role in promoting student success and completion. Provides direction and assistance to Campus Security and Preparedness and local responders in emergency situations. Directs and coordinates preventative and responsive maintenance of all college buildings and property. Allocates budgetary and personnel resources appropriately to respond to maintenance needs.
Construction : Provides direction and management of construction and/or controlled maintenance projects within the scope of responsibility. Monitors each site through inspection, detection, and sampling for safety and hazardous material violations.
Relationship Building : Coordinates with College and Campus leadership regarding capitol construction projects. Supervises the Facilities department staff.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion : Champions equity through reducing or eliminating barriers within departmental practices, policies and processes. Uses an equity lens to guide decisions.
Commitment to Values: Demonstrates leadership and collaborative behaviors and actions that support FRCC values. Promotes an environment where equity creates opportunities for all students to achieve their educational goals.
Student Success Focus: Demonstrates behaviors and actions that support a student-first culture.
Change Catalyst: Ability to encourage others to seek opportunities for different and innovative approaches when addressing problems and opportunities.
Strategic Planning: Develops a vision for the future and creates a culture in which long-range goals can be achieved. Ensures that contributions to the strategic plan are rooted in equity-mindedness and student success.
Leadership: Ability to influence others to perform their jobs effectively and to be responsible for making decisions.
Consensus Building: Ability to bring about group solidarity to achieve goals.
Communication : Communicates effectively with individuals with different backgrounds; ability to communicate in a way that is consistent, competent, persuasive and confident while choosing words carefully and articulates expectations clearly.
Team Building : Ability to convince a group of people to work towards a goal.
Motivation: Ability to inspire oneself and others to reach goals and/or perform to the best of their ability.
Dynamic Mindset : Focuses on building resilience in employees, promotes innovation and creativity, and fosters a commitment to professional growth.
Collaboration: Willingness to work with colleagues across departments, specifically when job processes are integrated to strategically focus on ways to improve efficiency and effectiveness for students.
Data Analysis: Uses data as a key component to assess performance towards goals supporting student success; uses data to determine current trends and issues and predict future impacts to the students and/or college. Plans for the future.
Relationship Building: Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to establish positive and respectful working relationships with students, staff, and faculty.
Coaching & Mentoring: Coaches and/or mentors direct reports and emerging leaders within the college. Willingness to share personal experience to guide their growth; seeks coaching to continue their own personal growth.
Evaluation for Improvement: Reviews evaluations of programs and services and seeks ways to improve performance where data reveals that achievement is not on track. Implements changes and reassess; willingness to phase out programs and services that are not relevant to current and future needs.
Qualifications
Required Education/Training & Work Experience:
Graduation from a college/university with a Bachelor's degree.
Seven years of increasingly responsible professional experience in facilities management including the supervision of staff, construction/project management, contract management.
Familiarity with computerized building automated systems (BAS) and general understanding of how to manage BAS systems.
Knowledge/ability to safely operate hand and power tools.
Extensive knowledge of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and structural fields.
Working knowledge of construction practices and project management.
Thorough knowledge of federal and state regulations regarding related safety and health issues, management and supervisory practices and principles.
Experience in operational and strategic planning as well as budget development.
Preferred Education/Training & Work Experience:
Ability to communicate effectively in Spanish.
Welcoming. Respectful. Inclusive. Together, we are FRCC. For information on Front Range Community College’s Security, including Clery Act/Crime Statistics for the campuses and surrounding area, view FRCC’s Annual Security Report .
Feb 18, 2026
Full time
Please Note: This position has the opportunity to be based at any one of our three campuses located in Fort Collins, CO (Larimer Campus), Longmont, CO (Boulder County Campus), or Westminster, CO (Westminster Campus).
Please select your campus(es) of interest in the application.
Who We Are
With three campuses along Colorado’s Front Range, FRCC is the state’s largest community college. We enroll close to 28,000 students annually from our diverse service area, which offers a variety of cultural and recreational activities.
Each year approximately 5,000 FRCC students transfer to four-year universities and FRCC offers more than 36 career training programs that prepare students for immediate employment and rewarding careers. Last year, more than 5,000 high school students took concurrent enrollment classes with us, earning college credit without having to pay college tuition. And we were recently ranked as one of the “Top Online Colleges” in the country by Newsweek.
One of FRCC’s main goals is to offer educational excellence for everyone. The college’s strong commitment to student success means we start by creating an inclusive and equitable environment—one where both students and employees feel they belong and are supported. FRCC’s focus on diversity, equity and inclusion is woven into the fabric of our college conversations and decision-making processes. We are actively seeking to hire a workforce that reflects the diversity of our student body.
The college is also an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution. For us, becoming an HSI is an intentional commitment to being a college where our Latinx (and other historically marginalized) students thrive.
FRCC employees and leaders work hard to create a culture of collaboration, innovation and pride. We’re looking to hire people who share these values—along with our commitment to student success, equity and excellence.
Who You Are
As the inaugural Director of Infrastructure and Maintenance, you will be the operational backbone of FRCC’s Strategic Plan, “ Forward, Together ,” providing strategic, operational, and technical leadership for Facilities Services across three campuses. You will direct day-to-day departmental functions, guide Assistant Directors and staff, and partner closely with the Associate Vice President of Facilities to shape long-term goals, priorities, and resource planning. You will foster a culture of accountability, service excellence, and continuous improvement amongst a team who take pride in their part of student success.
In this role, you will lead regulatory compliance, environmental health, and safety programs across three campuses, driving proactive audits, hazardous materials management, and campus-wide risk mitigation. As a member of key institutional committees, including the Crisis Management Team, you contribute expertise and provide decisive leadership in emergency response and continuity planning.
In partnership with senior leadership, you advance multi-campus inspection programs and shape long-range facilities strategy, capital construction planning, and controlled maintenance prioritization to align infrastructure investments with institutional goals.
This is an essential, highly visible leadership role requiring consistent on-campus presence and regular travel across all campuses to effectively coordinate departmental needs, collaborate with stakeholders, and foster a supportive culture. You may be required to work onsite or remain on campus during delayed starts, early releases, or campus closures.
Please note: You need to be a Colorado resident on your first day of employment. Also, Front Range Community College is an E-Verify employer.
SALARY: $103,275-$105,341 annually
The salary range reflects the minimum and maximum starting salary for the position. When determining the starting salary for a new employee, FRCC takes into consideration a combination of the selected candidate’s education, training and experience as it relates to the requirements of the position, as well as the position’s scope and complexity, internal pay equity and external market value.
BENEFITS: For information about benefits, please view APT & Faculty Benefits .
SELECTION PROCESS: Position will remain open until filled with a priority deadline of March 24, 2026. This posting may be used to fill multiple or similar positions.
The selection process for the Director of Infrastructure Maintenance will be conducted through a competitive, merit-based evaluation of all qualified applicants. Preliminary screening will be based on the completed application package submitted by the candidate. In your application, please include a resume and cover letter that specifically address how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
Primary Duties
Department Leadership:
Provide strategic and operational leadership for Infrastructure and Maintenance across three campuses, guiding Assistant Directors and Facilities Services staff while establishing departmental goals, policies, and performance standards aligned with institutional priorities and regulatory requirements.
Lead recruitment, coaching, and performance management efforts to build a culture of accountability, engagement, continuous improvement, and safe hazardous materials handling practices, including required training such as Bloodborne Pathogens compliance.
Partner with the Associate Vice President of Facilities to develop and manage departmental budgets, ensuring responsible resource stewardship and identifying operational and fiscal efficiencies.
Operational and Technical Leadership:
Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Life Safety Code, National Electric Code (NEC), Uniform Building Code (UBC), and Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC).
Lead internal audits, environmental health programs, chemical inventory and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) systems, and hazardous spill response team development across all campuses, identifying operational risks, compliance gaps, and opportunities for improvement across all campuses.
Serve on institutional committees focused on campus infrastructure, safety, and environmental quality, contributing expertise to enhance the physical environment and support student and employee well-being.
Act as a key member of the Crisis Management Team, communicating and advising the Vice President of Operations and directing Facilities personnel during emergency response activities and collaborating with Campus Safety.
Maintain accurate chemical inventory databases supporting teaching and research activities, ensuring compliance with community right-to-know reporting requirements and applicable building, fire, and environmental regulations.
Project Management:
Direct multi-campus inspection programs and maintain required documentation and reporting systems to meet regulatory and environmental compliance standards and ensure timely corrective action.
Collaborate with leadership, the Associate Vice President of Facilities, and the Vice President of Finance and Administration on capital construction planning, controlled maintenance submissions, deferred maintenance strategy, and long-range facilities planning.
Lead emergency preparedness and continuity of operations planning in coordination with Campus Safety and local emergency responders.
Required Competencies
Project Management: Prepares and maintains a Facilities master plan. Develops estimates including time and material for remodeling and repair projects.
Supervision : Directs and coordinates the overall day-to-day operations of the Facilities Services Department. Provides overall management and supervision of department personnel including hiring, motivating, and performance management.
Strategic Leadership : Recognition of Facilities’ role in promoting student success and completion. Provides direction and assistance to Campus Security and Preparedness and local responders in emergency situations. Directs and coordinates preventative and responsive maintenance of all college buildings and property. Allocates budgetary and personnel resources appropriately to respond to maintenance needs.
Construction : Provides direction and management of construction and/or controlled maintenance projects within the scope of responsibility. Monitors each site through inspection, detection, and sampling for safety and hazardous material violations.
Relationship Building : Coordinates with College and Campus leadership regarding capitol construction projects. Supervises the Facilities department staff.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion : Champions equity through reducing or eliminating barriers within departmental practices, policies and processes. Uses an equity lens to guide decisions.
Commitment to Values: Demonstrates leadership and collaborative behaviors and actions that support FRCC values. Promotes an environment where equity creates opportunities for all students to achieve their educational goals.
Student Success Focus: Demonstrates behaviors and actions that support a student-first culture.
Change Catalyst: Ability to encourage others to seek opportunities for different and innovative approaches when addressing problems and opportunities.
Strategic Planning: Develops a vision for the future and creates a culture in which long-range goals can be achieved. Ensures that contributions to the strategic plan are rooted in equity-mindedness and student success.
Leadership: Ability to influence others to perform their jobs effectively and to be responsible for making decisions.
Consensus Building: Ability to bring about group solidarity to achieve goals.
Communication : Communicates effectively with individuals with different backgrounds; ability to communicate in a way that is consistent, competent, persuasive and confident while choosing words carefully and articulates expectations clearly.
Team Building : Ability to convince a group of people to work towards a goal.
Motivation: Ability to inspire oneself and others to reach goals and/or perform to the best of their ability.
Dynamic Mindset : Focuses on building resilience in employees, promotes innovation and creativity, and fosters a commitment to professional growth.
Collaboration: Willingness to work with colleagues across departments, specifically when job processes are integrated to strategically focus on ways to improve efficiency and effectiveness for students.
Data Analysis: Uses data as a key component to assess performance towards goals supporting student success; uses data to determine current trends and issues and predict future impacts to the students and/or college. Plans for the future.
Relationship Building: Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to establish positive and respectful working relationships with students, staff, and faculty.
Coaching & Mentoring: Coaches and/or mentors direct reports and emerging leaders within the college. Willingness to share personal experience to guide their growth; seeks coaching to continue their own personal growth.
Evaluation for Improvement: Reviews evaluations of programs and services and seeks ways to improve performance where data reveals that achievement is not on track. Implements changes and reassess; willingness to phase out programs and services that are not relevant to current and future needs.
Qualifications
Required Education/Training & Work Experience:
Graduation from a college/university with a Bachelor's degree.
Seven years of increasingly responsible professional experience in facilities management including the supervision of staff, construction/project management, contract management.
Familiarity with computerized building automated systems (BAS) and general understanding of how to manage BAS systems.
Knowledge/ability to safely operate hand and power tools.
Extensive knowledge of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and structural fields.
Working knowledge of construction practices and project management.
Thorough knowledge of federal and state regulations regarding related safety and health issues, management and supervisory practices and principles.
Experience in operational and strategic planning as well as budget development.
Preferred Education/Training & Work Experience:
Ability to communicate effectively in Spanish.
Welcoming. Respectful. Inclusive. Together, we are FRCC. For information on Front Range Community College’s Security, including Clery Act/Crime Statistics for the campuses and surrounding area, view FRCC’s Annual Security Report .
Organization Overview
America Votes works year-round to build a more representative democracy, strengthen every American's right to vote, and win elections in key states.
America Votes leads a robust, growing coalition of more than 400 progressive organizations across the country, building coordinated plans and executing shared strategies to win elections. America Votes provides a range of services to partners, including strategic planning, advocacy and electoral campaign coordination, data tools and targeting services, and on-the-ground leadership in states.
For more than 20 years, America Votes has been the common link between many of the most influential and impactful issue and membership organizations in the country, serving as the coordination hub of the progressive community. America Votes' work has brought together a wide range of causes and built a unified coalition that has transformed how the progressive community works. Together, America Votes and its partners have engaged communities across the country to act on critical issues - from fighting for working families, to defending reproductive freedom, to protecting the environment, and more - and mobilized millions of voters.
Racial Equity Statement
As a leader of collaborative efforts to mobilize voters, protect voting rights, and win elections, America Votes is committed to advancing racial equity within our organization and across our coalition. We acknowledge the systematic racism that permeates all facets of our society, including the right to vote. America Votes is also engaging with an understanding of the ways gender, sexuality and other forms of oppression intersect with race and how those relationships impact inequities our staff, our partners, and the communities that we engage in our work face.
America Votes strives to model our commitment to racial equity through our internal and external operations, programs, and partnerships. We acknowledge the inequitable structures that continue to exist and are moving forward with a sustained commitment in time, resources and people to challenge structural racism and work towards creating a reflective organization and democracy.
Position Description
The National Accounts Receivable and Finance Associate provides first-class financial, compliance, and customer service support to the organization, with a primary focus on accounts receivable management, invoicing, payment processing, donor/partner stewardship, financial recordkeeping, and campaign compliance activities. The core work includes delivering timely and accurate financial service to internal and external stakeholders, supporting the preparation of required financial and campaign compliance reports, maintaining well-organized financial records, and assisting with reconciliation and collections processes.
Their primary objective is to ensure responsive, service-oriented support to staff, donors, and partners; strengthen financial accuracy and documentation quality; support the organization's monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes; and assist the Senior Director of Finance and National Budget & Compliance Manager in meeting operational and regulatory requirements. This person is a meaningful contributor to the finance function and helps maintain a positive, professional, and solutions-focused experience for everyone interacting with the Finance team. A high level of discretion and confidentiality is required in this role.
Position Responsibilities
Accounts Receivable & Financial Processing: Exercise substantial discretion and independent judgment while managing all aspects of the accounts receivable function and delivering high-quality internal and external customer service. Lead the preparation, review, and issuance of invoices to donors, partners, and other external stakeholders, determining appropriate timing, documentation, and billing treatment in accordance with organizational policy and funding requirements. Independently assess, record, and apply incoming payments to the correct accounts, resolving complex or unclear remittance information and ensuring accurate, timely reconciliation of payment activity. Evaluate outstanding balances, determine appropriate follow-up strategies, and proactively engage with stakeholders to address overdue accounts and resolve discrepancies in a professional, service-oriented manner that represents the organization's interests. Apply judgment in supporting schedules, reconciliations, and documentation for monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including the preparation of materials for annual audits. Incorporate an equity-informed approach to financial operations by promoting consistent and transparent procedures, providing clear guidance and equitable support to staff, and identifying and recommending improvements that reduce financial or administrative barriers across teams.
Documentation & Donor/Grantee Management: Maintain accurate and organized financial files, including invoices, receipts, contribution agreements, grants documentation, and correspondence related to receivables. Provide guidance and support to staff in maintaining documentation standards. Respond promptly and professionally to inquiries from donors, partners, and internal staff, ensuring the Finance department is known for reliable and respectful service. Manage and maintain documentation required for the monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles, including preparing backup for accounts, updating records, and ensuring completeness. Assist with organizing and retrieving materials for annual auditing, ensuring timely and complete access to all needed files.
Campaign Finance Compliance Support: Collaborate closely with the National Budget & Compliance Manager on all aspects of campaign finance compliance and any other local, state, or federal requirements as needed. Provide responsive assistance with transaction reviews, documentation management, and classification of contributions. Support account reconciliations and prepare draft campaign finance reports for state and federal submissions. Offer clear, courteous support to staff involved in campaign-related contributions, ensuring they have guidance and timely answers. Help maintain compliance calendars, ensure deadlines are met, and support audit readiness. Additional duties may arise during election years.
Administrative & Operational Support: Support the Finance department with administrative tasks-including preparation of account reconciliations, reporting on contributions and receivables, coordinating documentation, and generating routine internal financial reports. Provide supportive, solution-oriented customer service to staff across departments interacting with financial systems and processes. Assist with internal processes required for the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close, including gathering documentation, updating schedules, preparing reconciliations, and ensuring department records are in good order. Support special projects led by the Senior Director of Finance including the annual State Summit. Provide trainings for employees on finance and human resources related software and processes. Other duties as assigned.
Project Management: Own a portfolio of finance and compliance-related projects and manage them through completion. Help implement departmental goals, maintain workflow standards, and contribute to internal process improvements that enhance the service experience for staff and vendors. Represent the Finance team in internal meetings and collaborate with other teams in a professional, service-focused manner.
Qualifications
Skills: Strong commitment to courteous, responsive customer service. Clear and professional communication with staff and vendors. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion. Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines. Ability to analyze financial documents for accuracy. Curiosity and willingness to learn compliance regulations and financial procedures. Ability to work independently and exercise discretion in decision-making
Approach: Service-oriented mindset. Reliability, accuracy, and persistence. Resourcefulness and problem solving. Ability to work with urgency when deadlines require. Respectful communication and positive relationship-building that maintains a fair, kind, and inclusive workplace. Commitment to process improvement.
Core Competencies: Customer service orientation. Accounts receivable processing and financial recordkeeping. Basic accounting and reconciliation practices. Campaign finance reporting (willingness to learn). Ability to collaborate in cross-functional settings.
Experience: Minimum 2-3 years of experience in accounts receivable, bookkeeping, or financial administrative experience. Experience in compliance-supporting, nonprofit, advocacy, or campaign environments is preferred but not required.
Nice-to-have Qualifications:
Experience working with Quickbooks
Experience working in multi-entity organizations
Location
This position is based in Washington, DC.
Compensation
The salary for this position will be between $60,000 - $70,000 and depend upon the applicant's experience. America Votes offers a competitive benefits package covering 100% of employee medical, dental, & vision insurance premiums, life insurance, long term disability coverage, monthly cell phone reimbursement, personal professional development funds, parental leave, and 401 (K) after four months of continuous service with the organization. America Votes provides a generous paid time off policy with paid vacation, unlimited sick and safe leave, paid personal days, at least 10 Federal paid holidays including Juneteenth, as well as paid organizational time off from at least December 23 to January 1. The position is represented by the America Votes Workers Union.
To Apply
Please submit a copy of your resume, a cover letter and three references to the application form.
Please note that only applications received through the application form will be considered; please do not email us your application materials.
America Votes is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. America Votes does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under local, state or federal law. People of color, LGBTQ candidates, individuals with disabilities, and neurodivergent individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Organization Overview
America Votes works year-round to build a more representative democracy, strengthen every American's right to vote, and win elections in key states.
America Votes leads a robust, growing coalition of more than 400 progressive organizations across the country, building coordinated plans and executing shared strategies to win elections. America Votes provides a range of services to partners, including strategic planning, advocacy and electoral campaign coordination, data tools and targeting services, and on-the-ground leadership in states.
For more than 20 years, America Votes has been the common link between many of the most influential and impactful issue and membership organizations in the country, serving as the coordination hub of the progressive community. America Votes' work has brought together a wide range of causes and built a unified coalition that has transformed how the progressive community works. Together, America Votes and its partners have engaged communities across the country to act on critical issues - from fighting for working families, to defending reproductive freedom, to protecting the environment, and more - and mobilized millions of voters.
Racial Equity Statement
As a leader of collaborative efforts to mobilize voters, protect voting rights, and win elections, America Votes is committed to advancing racial equity within our organization and across our coalition. We acknowledge the systematic racism that permeates all facets of our society, including the right to vote. America Votes is also engaging with an understanding of the ways gender, sexuality and other forms of oppression intersect with race and how those relationships impact inequities our staff, our partners, and the communities that we engage in our work face.
America Votes strives to model our commitment to racial equity through our internal and external operations, programs, and partnerships. We acknowledge the inequitable structures that continue to exist and are moving forward with a sustained commitment in time, resources and people to challenge structural racism and work towards creating a reflective organization and democracy.
Position Description
The National Accounts Receivable and Finance Associate provides first-class financial, compliance, and customer service support to the organization, with a primary focus on accounts receivable management, invoicing, payment processing, donor/partner stewardship, financial recordkeeping, and campaign compliance activities. The core work includes delivering timely and accurate financial service to internal and external stakeholders, supporting the preparation of required financial and campaign compliance reports, maintaining well-organized financial records, and assisting with reconciliation and collections processes.
Their primary objective is to ensure responsive, service-oriented support to staff, donors, and partners; strengthen financial accuracy and documentation quality; support the organization's monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes; and assist the Senior Director of Finance and National Budget & Compliance Manager in meeting operational and regulatory requirements. This person is a meaningful contributor to the finance function and helps maintain a positive, professional, and solutions-focused experience for everyone interacting with the Finance team. A high level of discretion and confidentiality is required in this role.
Position Responsibilities
Accounts Receivable & Financial Processing: Exercise substantial discretion and independent judgment while managing all aspects of the accounts receivable function and delivering high-quality internal and external customer service. Lead the preparation, review, and issuance of invoices to donors, partners, and other external stakeholders, determining appropriate timing, documentation, and billing treatment in accordance with organizational policy and funding requirements. Independently assess, record, and apply incoming payments to the correct accounts, resolving complex or unclear remittance information and ensuring accurate, timely reconciliation of payment activity. Evaluate outstanding balances, determine appropriate follow-up strategies, and proactively engage with stakeholders to address overdue accounts and resolve discrepancies in a professional, service-oriented manner that represents the organization's interests. Apply judgment in supporting schedules, reconciliations, and documentation for monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including the preparation of materials for annual audits. Incorporate an equity-informed approach to financial operations by promoting consistent and transparent procedures, providing clear guidance and equitable support to staff, and identifying and recommending improvements that reduce financial or administrative barriers across teams.
Documentation & Donor/Grantee Management: Maintain accurate and organized financial files, including invoices, receipts, contribution agreements, grants documentation, and correspondence related to receivables. Provide guidance and support to staff in maintaining documentation standards. Respond promptly and professionally to inquiries from donors, partners, and internal staff, ensuring the Finance department is known for reliable and respectful service. Manage and maintain documentation required for the monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles, including preparing backup for accounts, updating records, and ensuring completeness. Assist with organizing and retrieving materials for annual auditing, ensuring timely and complete access to all needed files.
Campaign Finance Compliance Support: Collaborate closely with the National Budget & Compliance Manager on all aspects of campaign finance compliance and any other local, state, or federal requirements as needed. Provide responsive assistance with transaction reviews, documentation management, and classification of contributions. Support account reconciliations and prepare draft campaign finance reports for state and federal submissions. Offer clear, courteous support to staff involved in campaign-related contributions, ensuring they have guidance and timely answers. Help maintain compliance calendars, ensure deadlines are met, and support audit readiness. Additional duties may arise during election years.
Administrative & Operational Support: Support the Finance department with administrative tasks-including preparation of account reconciliations, reporting on contributions and receivables, coordinating documentation, and generating routine internal financial reports. Provide supportive, solution-oriented customer service to staff across departments interacting with financial systems and processes. Assist with internal processes required for the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close, including gathering documentation, updating schedules, preparing reconciliations, and ensuring department records are in good order. Support special projects led by the Senior Director of Finance including the annual State Summit. Provide trainings for employees on finance and human resources related software and processes. Other duties as assigned.
Project Management: Own a portfolio of finance and compliance-related projects and manage them through completion. Help implement departmental goals, maintain workflow standards, and contribute to internal process improvements that enhance the service experience for staff and vendors. Represent the Finance team in internal meetings and collaborate with other teams in a professional, service-focused manner.
Qualifications
Skills: Strong commitment to courteous, responsive customer service. Clear and professional communication with staff and vendors. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion. Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines. Ability to analyze financial documents for accuracy. Curiosity and willingness to learn compliance regulations and financial procedures. Ability to work independently and exercise discretion in decision-making
Approach: Service-oriented mindset. Reliability, accuracy, and persistence. Resourcefulness and problem solving. Ability to work with urgency when deadlines require. Respectful communication and positive relationship-building that maintains a fair, kind, and inclusive workplace. Commitment to process improvement.
Core Competencies: Customer service orientation. Accounts receivable processing and financial recordkeeping. Basic accounting and reconciliation practices. Campaign finance reporting (willingness to learn). Ability to collaborate in cross-functional settings.
Experience: Minimum 2-3 years of experience in accounts receivable, bookkeeping, or financial administrative experience. Experience in compliance-supporting, nonprofit, advocacy, or campaign environments is preferred but not required.
Nice-to-have Qualifications:
Experience working with Quickbooks
Experience working in multi-entity organizations
Location
This position is based in Washington, DC.
Compensation
The salary for this position will be between $60,000 - $70,000 and depend upon the applicant's experience. America Votes offers a competitive benefits package covering 100% of employee medical, dental, & vision insurance premiums, life insurance, long term disability coverage, monthly cell phone reimbursement, personal professional development funds, parental leave, and 401 (K) after four months of continuous service with the organization. America Votes provides a generous paid time off policy with paid vacation, unlimited sick and safe leave, paid personal days, at least 10 Federal paid holidays including Juneteenth, as well as paid organizational time off from at least December 23 to January 1. The position is represented by the America Votes Workers Union.
To Apply
Please submit a copy of your resume, a cover letter and three references to the application form.
Please note that only applications received through the application form will be considered; please do not email us your application materials.
America Votes is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. America Votes does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under local, state or federal law. People of color, LGBTQ candidates, individuals with disabilities, and neurodivergent individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.
Marketing and Events Manager
Marketing and Events Manager
Rock Creek Conservancy | Bethesda, MD | Hybrid
Rock Creek Conservancy seeks a creative, operationally savvy, and development-oriented go-getter to grow its community events program. The ideal candidate will lead the creation, promotion, and execution of the experiences that connect people to Rock Creek: from 5K races and bird-watching classes to music showcases and community celebrations. You’ll shape how the world sees the Conservancy and give our supporters the feelings of fulfillment and joy that come from being involved in Rock Creek Park.
You’ll blend creativity with strategy, relationship-building with logistics, and big-picture thinking with hands-on execution. Most of all, you’ll help grow a vibrant, engaged Rock Creek community that protects, restores, and celebrates our unique urban green spaces in a watershed that stretches through Washington, DC and Montgomery County, MD.
What you’ll do
As Marketing and Events Manager, you’ll oversee and implement our community events portfolio, manage our corporate outreach, and help grow awareness, participation, and support for our mission. You will specifically be relied upon to:
Lead unforgettable events (35%)
Build and manage an annual community events calendar aligned with the Conservancy’s program and development goals.
Plan, promote, execute, and report out on 2-3 major community events each year in and around Rock Creek Park.
Collaborate with the Conservancy’s program team and the community to offer park events throughout the year that increase awareness of the Conservancy and appreciation for park resources.
Own event logistics from start to finish: timelines, vendors, permits, registration, communications, run-of-show, and on-site coordination, ensuring exceptional standards across all events.
Drive corporate and business partnerships (35%)
Create and execute an event sponsorship strategy that grows our corporate support for special events and programs.
Build meaningful relationships with existing and potential corporate partners.
Develop sponsorship packages tailored to meet the needs and aspirations of prospective sponsors and partners.
Collaborate with volunteer program staff to channel corporate interest in employee service opportunities.
Coordinate related support operations (15%)
Plan, prepare and manage event budgets and timelines.
Negotiate and secure rates and contracts with vendors (e.g., event planning, catering, venues, A/V).
Coordinate event finance and administration with the Operations Team.
Track and report on fundraising outcomes, community / sponsor engagement, and ROI for events, using our CRM, EveryAction.
Grow our community (15%)
Develop and implement integrated marketing strategies that grow attendance, sponsorships and donations, and visibility.
Create engaging digital and print materials from social posts and email campaigns to event signage and invitations.
Offer pathways for event participants to easily enter the Conservancy’s system for cultivating prospective donors.
Represent the Conservancy as a warm, professional, and mission-driven ambassador.
What you bring
3+ years of experience in marketing, event management, communications, community relations, or a related nonprofit role.
A passion for parks, conservation, and community, because you care deeply about making nature accessible and welcoming.
Strong writing and storytelling skills that connect emotion to action.
Experience with executing an effective event sponsorship campaign, or comparable experience with securing the partnership of individuals and organizations.
Excellent project, budget, and vendor management abilities, as well as organizational skills that allow you to comfortably handle multiple priorities.
A people-first mindset—as a team player, you love bringing people together around shared purpose.
Comfort with social media (FB, IG, X, LI) and basic design tools such as Canva.
Familiarity with CRMs is a plus.The Conservancy uses EveryAction.
Prior experience managing 5/10K races, gala fundraising events, and other nonprofit events a plus.
Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends for events.
Ability to lift and transport event materials and help with setup/breakdown.
Access to reliable transportation for local travel.
What you’ll love about working here
Impact you can see. Your work will help restore Rock Creek’s forests, protect wildlife, and expand your neighbors’ access to healthy, life-sustaining experiences in nature.
People who care. You’ll join a warm, collaborative team, as well as thousands of volunteers, supporters, and partners, who believe in the importance of parks in general, and Rock Creek in particular.
Room to grow. You’ll have space to innovate, stretch your skills, and see your ideas come to life.
Flexibility. Hybrid schedule and a workplace culture that values balance and wellbeing.
Belonging. We’re committed to equity, inclusion, and increasing the park access of the diverse communities throughout the DMV.
The details
Reports to: Senior Director of Development and Communications Team: 18 staff based in the DC metro area Location: Hybrid – 2 days/week in our Bethesda, MD office is the current expectation; local travel within DC and Montgomery County Schedule: Full-time, with occasional evenings/weekends Salary range: $62,000 - 70,000 + benefits (health, dental, vision; 401k employer contribution at 4% (non-elective) ; paid leave; holidays)
How to apply
Send a resume and a short, thoughtful cover letter telling us why you’re excited about this role to info@rockcreekconservancy.org , with the subject line “Marketing and Events Manager ” and your full name, by Friday, February 20 for best consideration. Applications will continue to be reviewed after that date, and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Marketing and Events Manager
Marketing and Events Manager
Rock Creek Conservancy | Bethesda, MD | Hybrid
Rock Creek Conservancy seeks a creative, operationally savvy, and development-oriented go-getter to grow its community events program. The ideal candidate will lead the creation, promotion, and execution of the experiences that connect people to Rock Creek: from 5K races and bird-watching classes to music showcases and community celebrations. You’ll shape how the world sees the Conservancy and give our supporters the feelings of fulfillment and joy that come from being involved in Rock Creek Park.
You’ll blend creativity with strategy, relationship-building with logistics, and big-picture thinking with hands-on execution. Most of all, you’ll help grow a vibrant, engaged Rock Creek community that protects, restores, and celebrates our unique urban green spaces in a watershed that stretches through Washington, DC and Montgomery County, MD.
What you’ll do
As Marketing and Events Manager, you’ll oversee and implement our community events portfolio, manage our corporate outreach, and help grow awareness, participation, and support for our mission. You will specifically be relied upon to:
Lead unforgettable events (35%)
Build and manage an annual community events calendar aligned with the Conservancy’s program and development goals.
Plan, promote, execute, and report out on 2-3 major community events each year in and around Rock Creek Park.
Collaborate with the Conservancy’s program team and the community to offer park events throughout the year that increase awareness of the Conservancy and appreciation for park resources.
Own event logistics from start to finish: timelines, vendors, permits, registration, communications, run-of-show, and on-site coordination, ensuring exceptional standards across all events.
Drive corporate and business partnerships (35%)
Create and execute an event sponsorship strategy that grows our corporate support for special events and programs.
Build meaningful relationships with existing and potential corporate partners.
Develop sponsorship packages tailored to meet the needs and aspirations of prospective sponsors and partners.
Collaborate with volunteer program staff to channel corporate interest in employee service opportunities.
Coordinate related support operations (15%)
Plan, prepare and manage event budgets and timelines.
Negotiate and secure rates and contracts with vendors (e.g., event planning, catering, venues, A/V).
Coordinate event finance and administration with the Operations Team.
Track and report on fundraising outcomes, community / sponsor engagement, and ROI for events, using our CRM, EveryAction.
Grow our community (15%)
Develop and implement integrated marketing strategies that grow attendance, sponsorships and donations, and visibility.
Create engaging digital and print materials from social posts and email campaigns to event signage and invitations.
Offer pathways for event participants to easily enter the Conservancy’s system for cultivating prospective donors.
Represent the Conservancy as a warm, professional, and mission-driven ambassador.
What you bring
3+ years of experience in marketing, event management, communications, community relations, or a related nonprofit role.
A passion for parks, conservation, and community, because you care deeply about making nature accessible and welcoming.
Strong writing and storytelling skills that connect emotion to action.
Experience with executing an effective event sponsorship campaign, or comparable experience with securing the partnership of individuals and organizations.
Excellent project, budget, and vendor management abilities, as well as organizational skills that allow you to comfortably handle multiple priorities.
A people-first mindset—as a team player, you love bringing people together around shared purpose.
Comfort with social media (FB, IG, X, LI) and basic design tools such as Canva.
Familiarity with CRMs is a plus.The Conservancy uses EveryAction.
Prior experience managing 5/10K races, gala fundraising events, and other nonprofit events a plus.
Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends for events.
Ability to lift and transport event materials and help with setup/breakdown.
Access to reliable transportation for local travel.
What you’ll love about working here
Impact you can see. Your work will help restore Rock Creek’s forests, protect wildlife, and expand your neighbors’ access to healthy, life-sustaining experiences in nature.
People who care. You’ll join a warm, collaborative team, as well as thousands of volunteers, supporters, and partners, who believe in the importance of parks in general, and Rock Creek in particular.
Room to grow. You’ll have space to innovate, stretch your skills, and see your ideas come to life.
Flexibility. Hybrid schedule and a workplace culture that values balance and wellbeing.
Belonging. We’re committed to equity, inclusion, and increasing the park access of the diverse communities throughout the DMV.
The details
Reports to: Senior Director of Development and Communications Team: 18 staff based in the DC metro area Location: Hybrid – 2 days/week in our Bethesda, MD office is the current expectation; local travel within DC and Montgomery County Schedule: Full-time, with occasional evenings/weekends Salary range: $62,000 - 70,000 + benefits (health, dental, vision; 401k employer contribution at 4% (non-elective) ; paid leave; holidays)
How to apply
Send a resume and a short, thoughtful cover letter telling us why you’re excited about this role to info@rockcreekconservancy.org , with the subject line “Marketing and Events Manager ” and your full name, by Friday, February 20 for best consideration. Applications will continue to be reviewed after that date, and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Department of Ecology is hiring a Program Manager (Exempt Management Service Band 4) within the Environmental Assessment Program .
Location:
Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA .
Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.
Schedule:
This position is eligible for telework and flexible schedule options.
A minimum of three days per week is required in the office.
Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.
Application Timeline:
Apply by February 22, 2026
This position will remain open until filled. The agency reserves the right to make a hire at any time after application review begins. Applications received after the date above may not be considered.
Duties
We are looking for a transformational leader who is ready to team with a group of dedicated professionals to manage statewide systems that measure, assess, and report on freshwater quality and quantity, habitat conditions, marine water and sediment in Puget Sound and coastal Washington, groundwater and toxic studies, environmental modeling for TMDL compliance, and Ecology’s environmental laboratory services.
In this role, you will serve as the executive leader for the Department of Ecology’s Environmental Assessment Program (EAP), a statewide scientific and technical program that delivers credible environmental data to inform policy and protect Washington’s environment. You will provide strategic decision-making and develop policies with broad, agency-wide impacts affecting both government operations and the public.
Responsibilities include:
Planning, leading, organizing, and directing the Environmental Assessment Program, negotiating program scope, priorities, resources, and outcomes.
Leading Ecology’s scientific enterprise to ensure sound, defensible science informs regulatory and policy decisions that protect Washington’s land, air, and water and supports decisions by state and federal partners.
Establishing and executing the program’s strategic direction by aligning policy development, environmental monitoring, modeling, laboratory services, and research investments with Ecology’s mission and priorities.
Managing the program’s biennial operating and capital budget, personnel, equipment, and infrastructure, ensuring transparent stewardship of public funds and effective allocation of resources.
Hiring, leading, and developing managers, senior scientists, and policy staff while fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing workplace that supports diversity, staff engagement, and professional growth.
Ensuring scientific integrity and quality across all program activities—including research, monitoring, laboratory testing, modeling, accreditation, and environmental assessments.
Representing Ecology on research and applied science issues with legislators, the Governor’s Office, tribes, local, state, and federal agencies, EPA, regulated entities, and the public, and serving on state, regional, and national councils and boards.
Who are we looking for? We are looking for an experienced leader who is ready to team with a large group of dedicated professionals. You will need to have the ability to:
Problem solve and adjust strategies to capture emerging opportunities or unexpected challenges.
Communicate effectively with diverse entities including local governments, academic and research institutions, community-based organizations, community residents, legislators, federal and Tribal partners, businesses and the regulated community.
Demonstrate a clear understanding of state and federal environmental laws, policies, and regulatory frameworks that influence environmental assessment, monitoring, and laboratory programs, and translate those broader policy drivers into strategic direction and operational priorities for the Environmental Assessment Program.
See and understand how the program’s scientific, regulatory, and policy work affects communities, partners, and decision-makers, and identify what is needed to achieve durable, science-based outcomes that protect and restore Washington’s environment.
A Key Member of Ecology's Executive Leadership Team This position serves as a key member of the Washington State Department of Ecology’s Executive Leadership Team and plays a critical role in advancing the agency’s mission to protect, preserve, and enhance Washington’s environment for current and future generations.
It is essential that this position demonstrates the highest standards of personal, professional, and ethical conduct in support of the state’s commitment to efficient, effective, and accountable government.
This is a highly visible leadership role responsible for providing scientific direction and oversight for Ecology’s statewide environmental assessment, monitoring, modeling, and laboratory services programs. The position represents Ecology’s scientific and technical interests with Tribes, environmental justice advocates, local communities, academic institutions, regulated entities, partner agencies, and elected officials. The role requires the application of advanced executive and management principles to address complex, technical, and often competing perspectives while ensuring the delivery of credible, defensible science to support regulatory, policy, and investment decisions.
The Executive Manager must be able to conceptualize, initiate, develop, and implement strategic scientific programs that support state and federal environmental laws and priorities related to water quality, habitat protection, toxics, groundwater, and marine and freshwater systems. Effective communication is essential to translate complex scientific information for decision-makers, partners, and the public.
As a key member of the Department’s Executive Leadership Team, you will:
Represent the Director and the agency with federal, state, local, Tribal, and elected officials; partner agencies; the scientific community; environmental organizations; environmental justice advocates; and the public.
Serve as a trusted scientific and technical advisor, building credibility as a problem solver and as a source of high-quality environmental data and analysis for decision-makers.
Advise the Executive Leadership Team on program implementation, policy development, and agency direction to ensure science-based, consistent, and responsive service delivery.
Collaborate across programs to align scientific priorities with agency goals and emerging environmental challenges.
Foster a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and respectful workplace that supports innovation, accountability, and staff engagement.
Why Join the Team?
This is an opportunity to make a lasting, statewide impact. In this role, you will lead the science that informs Washington’s most important environmental decisions, address complex and emerging environmental challenges, and work collaboratively with diverse partners to deliver durable, meaningful outcomes that protect the state’s land, air, and water for generations to come.
This position is an Exempt Management Service (EMS) Band IV position. The minimum and maximum salary for EMS Band IV positions is $98,712 - $170,076.
Qualifications
For detailed information on how we calculate experience and responses to other frequently asked questions, please visit our Recruitment website .
Required Qualifications:
Demonstrated expertise in environmental, physical or natural science, environmental studies, engineering, public administration, planning public policy, political science, law, or another related qualifying discipline. This expertise can be demonstrated through professional degrees and/or professional and lived experience.
Demonstrated understanding of scientific principles and methods as applied to environmental assessment and applied science , including the ability to evaluate the quality, defensibility, and appropriate use of scientific data, research, monitoring, modeling, and laboratory results to inform regulatory, policy, and resource management decisions.
Demonstrated professional level management experience which includes:
Strategic planning experience , including leading the development and implementation of annual and biannual program or organizational plans, setting long-term scientific and operational priorities, and clearly articulating future direction aligned with agency goals, legislative expectations, and available resources.
Experience with policy development or program implementation related to natural resources. Examples may include, but are not limited to, translating environmental laws, regulations, or agency directives into science-based programs, monitoring strategies, laboratory services, modeling efforts, or assessment tools that inform regulatory and policy decisions.
Experience managing relationships with high-level, influential, elected, and appointed officials with a proven track record of consensus building, collaboration and negotiations that reflect a strong understanding of legislative processes and inter-government relations. Examples may include, but are not limited to, briefing legislators or executive leadership, responding to policy inquiries, and negotiating complex or sensitive issues, with demonstrated ability to build consensus and collaborate effectively within legislative and intergovernmental processes.
Community outreach experience. Examples may include, but are not limited to, communicating technical or scientific information to community members, environmental justice organizations, or the public in clear, accessible ways, and incorporating community perspectives into program planning or decision-making.
Budget management experience. Examples may include, but are not limited to, oversight of complex, multi-fund budgets; setting funding priorities; ensuring compliance with public-sector fiscal requirements; and aligning financial decisions with program strategy and performance outcomes.
Experience supervising high-level technical and applied science teams. Examples may include, but are not limited to, direct supervision of managers and senior scientific staff, with responsibility for performance management, workload prioritization, and delivery of complex, multidisciplinary environmental science programs.
Desired Qualifications:
Education and involvement in scientific/technical services issues in the environmental, natural resource management and/or public health fields.
Experience using advanced management, communication, negotiation and consensus building skills with high-level, influential, elected and appointed officials.
Providing leadership to a large staff of over 100 employees.
Experience managing diverse fund sources.
Member of a senior or executive leadership team.
Advanced knowledge of the Puget Sound Partnership.
Advanced knowledge of the Clean Water Act.
Working knowledge of the Salmon Recovery Funding Board.
Experience and a successful record of accomplishment working with state agencies, city, county and federal governments.
Experience as a second-level supervisor.
Experience leading or managing in a large agency or organization.
Working in or collaborating with state government.
Experience working with or applying policy decisions from the Washington Health Disparities Map.
If you are excited about this role but not sure if your experience aligns perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At the Department of Ecology, we are dedicated to building a diverse and authentic workplace centered in belonging. You may just be the needed candidate for this or other roles.
Supplemental Information
Ecology does not use the E-Verify system; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov .
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.
Application Process
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 job seekers from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Click “Apply” at the top of this page. Complete the entire application, including full work history and responses to all supplemental questions, and attach:
Cover letter, describing your interest in and qualifications for this position
Resume
Because we base our selection on the information you provide, it is in your best interest to complete the application thoroughly. A resume will not substitute for the “work experience” section of the application or vice versa. Applications with blank fields or supplemental question responses with comments such as “see resume” may be considered incomplete.
For detailed application information, please visit our Recruitment website .
Application Attestation: By submitting an application, you are affirming that the information contained in your application and on all attachments is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information, and any false or misleading answers may result in rejection of your application or dismissal if employed.
Need an Accommodation?
If you need reasonable accommodation during the application and/or screening process, including this job announcement in an alternate format:
Please contact us at 360-407-6186 or careers@ecy.wa.gov
If you are deaf or hard of hearing, you may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 711 or 1-800-833-6384.
Questions?
For specific questions about the position location options, schedule, or duties, please contact Heather Bartlett at Heather.Bartlett@ecy.wa.gov
If you need assistance applying for this job, are inquiring about the status of your application, would like to request the full position description, or have any other questions, please contact the Recruitment Team at careers@ecy.wa.gov
About the Environmental Assessment Program
The mission of the Environmental Assessment Program (EAP) is to measure, assess, and communicate environmental conditions in Washington State, providing credible science to guide Washington's environmental choices.
About the Department of Ecology
As the State of Washington’s environmental protection agency, we are deeply committed to protecting, preserving, and enhancing Washington’s environment for current and future generations. Joining Ecology means becoming part of a team dedicated to protecting and sustaining healthy land, air, water, and climate in harmony with a strong economy. A career in public service at Ecology 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. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability.
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 , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth * Click here for more information
To learn more about Ecology, please visit our website , explore Working at Ecology , check out our Strategic Plan , and connect with us on LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram , YouTube , 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.
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency.
Feb 03, 2026
Full time
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Department of Ecology is hiring a Program Manager (Exempt Management Service Band 4) within the Environmental Assessment Program .
Location:
Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA .
Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.
Schedule:
This position is eligible for telework and flexible schedule options.
A minimum of three days per week is required in the office.
Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.
Application Timeline:
Apply by February 22, 2026
This position will remain open until filled. The agency reserves the right to make a hire at any time after application review begins. Applications received after the date above may not be considered.
Duties
We are looking for a transformational leader who is ready to team with a group of dedicated professionals to manage statewide systems that measure, assess, and report on freshwater quality and quantity, habitat conditions, marine water and sediment in Puget Sound and coastal Washington, groundwater and toxic studies, environmental modeling for TMDL compliance, and Ecology’s environmental laboratory services.
In this role, you will serve as the executive leader for the Department of Ecology’s Environmental Assessment Program (EAP), a statewide scientific and technical program that delivers credible environmental data to inform policy and protect Washington’s environment. You will provide strategic decision-making and develop policies with broad, agency-wide impacts affecting both government operations and the public.
Responsibilities include:
Planning, leading, organizing, and directing the Environmental Assessment Program, negotiating program scope, priorities, resources, and outcomes.
Leading Ecology’s scientific enterprise to ensure sound, defensible science informs regulatory and policy decisions that protect Washington’s land, air, and water and supports decisions by state and federal partners.
Establishing and executing the program’s strategic direction by aligning policy development, environmental monitoring, modeling, laboratory services, and research investments with Ecology’s mission and priorities.
Managing the program’s biennial operating and capital budget, personnel, equipment, and infrastructure, ensuring transparent stewardship of public funds and effective allocation of resources.
Hiring, leading, and developing managers, senior scientists, and policy staff while fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing workplace that supports diversity, staff engagement, and professional growth.
Ensuring scientific integrity and quality across all program activities—including research, monitoring, laboratory testing, modeling, accreditation, and environmental assessments.
Representing Ecology on research and applied science issues with legislators, the Governor’s Office, tribes, local, state, and federal agencies, EPA, regulated entities, and the public, and serving on state, regional, and national councils and boards.
Who are we looking for? We are looking for an experienced leader who is ready to team with a large group of dedicated professionals. You will need to have the ability to:
Problem solve and adjust strategies to capture emerging opportunities or unexpected challenges.
Communicate effectively with diverse entities including local governments, academic and research institutions, community-based organizations, community residents, legislators, federal and Tribal partners, businesses and the regulated community.
Demonstrate a clear understanding of state and federal environmental laws, policies, and regulatory frameworks that influence environmental assessment, monitoring, and laboratory programs, and translate those broader policy drivers into strategic direction and operational priorities for the Environmental Assessment Program.
See and understand how the program’s scientific, regulatory, and policy work affects communities, partners, and decision-makers, and identify what is needed to achieve durable, science-based outcomes that protect and restore Washington’s environment.
A Key Member of Ecology's Executive Leadership Team This position serves as a key member of the Washington State Department of Ecology’s Executive Leadership Team and plays a critical role in advancing the agency’s mission to protect, preserve, and enhance Washington’s environment for current and future generations.
It is essential that this position demonstrates the highest standards of personal, professional, and ethical conduct in support of the state’s commitment to efficient, effective, and accountable government.
This is a highly visible leadership role responsible for providing scientific direction and oversight for Ecology’s statewide environmental assessment, monitoring, modeling, and laboratory services programs. The position represents Ecology’s scientific and technical interests with Tribes, environmental justice advocates, local communities, academic institutions, regulated entities, partner agencies, and elected officials. The role requires the application of advanced executive and management principles to address complex, technical, and often competing perspectives while ensuring the delivery of credible, defensible science to support regulatory, policy, and investment decisions.
The Executive Manager must be able to conceptualize, initiate, develop, and implement strategic scientific programs that support state and federal environmental laws and priorities related to water quality, habitat protection, toxics, groundwater, and marine and freshwater systems. Effective communication is essential to translate complex scientific information for decision-makers, partners, and the public.
As a key member of the Department’s Executive Leadership Team, you will:
Represent the Director and the agency with federal, state, local, Tribal, and elected officials; partner agencies; the scientific community; environmental organizations; environmental justice advocates; and the public.
Serve as a trusted scientific and technical advisor, building credibility as a problem solver and as a source of high-quality environmental data and analysis for decision-makers.
Advise the Executive Leadership Team on program implementation, policy development, and agency direction to ensure science-based, consistent, and responsive service delivery.
Collaborate across programs to align scientific priorities with agency goals and emerging environmental challenges.
Foster a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and respectful workplace that supports innovation, accountability, and staff engagement.
Why Join the Team?
This is an opportunity to make a lasting, statewide impact. In this role, you will lead the science that informs Washington’s most important environmental decisions, address complex and emerging environmental challenges, and work collaboratively with diverse partners to deliver durable, meaningful outcomes that protect the state’s land, air, and water for generations to come.
This position is an Exempt Management Service (EMS) Band IV position. The minimum and maximum salary for EMS Band IV positions is $98,712 - $170,076.
Qualifications
For detailed information on how we calculate experience and responses to other frequently asked questions, please visit our Recruitment website .
Required Qualifications:
Demonstrated expertise in environmental, physical or natural science, environmental studies, engineering, public administration, planning public policy, political science, law, or another related qualifying discipline. This expertise can be demonstrated through professional degrees and/or professional and lived experience.
Demonstrated understanding of scientific principles and methods as applied to environmental assessment and applied science , including the ability to evaluate the quality, defensibility, and appropriate use of scientific data, research, monitoring, modeling, and laboratory results to inform regulatory, policy, and resource management decisions.
Demonstrated professional level management experience which includes:
Strategic planning experience , including leading the development and implementation of annual and biannual program or organizational plans, setting long-term scientific and operational priorities, and clearly articulating future direction aligned with agency goals, legislative expectations, and available resources.
Experience with policy development or program implementation related to natural resources. Examples may include, but are not limited to, translating environmental laws, regulations, or agency directives into science-based programs, monitoring strategies, laboratory services, modeling efforts, or assessment tools that inform regulatory and policy decisions.
Experience managing relationships with high-level, influential, elected, and appointed officials with a proven track record of consensus building, collaboration and negotiations that reflect a strong understanding of legislative processes and inter-government relations. Examples may include, but are not limited to, briefing legislators or executive leadership, responding to policy inquiries, and negotiating complex or sensitive issues, with demonstrated ability to build consensus and collaborate effectively within legislative and intergovernmental processes.
Community outreach experience. Examples may include, but are not limited to, communicating technical or scientific information to community members, environmental justice organizations, or the public in clear, accessible ways, and incorporating community perspectives into program planning or decision-making.
Budget management experience. Examples may include, but are not limited to, oversight of complex, multi-fund budgets; setting funding priorities; ensuring compliance with public-sector fiscal requirements; and aligning financial decisions with program strategy and performance outcomes.
Experience supervising high-level technical and applied science teams. Examples may include, but are not limited to, direct supervision of managers and senior scientific staff, with responsibility for performance management, workload prioritization, and delivery of complex, multidisciplinary environmental science programs.
Desired Qualifications:
Education and involvement in scientific/technical services issues in the environmental, natural resource management and/or public health fields.
Experience using advanced management, communication, negotiation and consensus building skills with high-level, influential, elected and appointed officials.
Providing leadership to a large staff of over 100 employees.
Experience managing diverse fund sources.
Member of a senior or executive leadership team.
Advanced knowledge of the Puget Sound Partnership.
Advanced knowledge of the Clean Water Act.
Working knowledge of the Salmon Recovery Funding Board.
Experience and a successful record of accomplishment working with state agencies, city, county and federal governments.
Experience as a second-level supervisor.
Experience leading or managing in a large agency or organization.
Working in or collaborating with state government.
Experience working with or applying policy decisions from the Washington Health Disparities Map.
If you are excited about this role but not sure if your experience aligns perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At the Department of Ecology, we are dedicated to building a diverse and authentic workplace centered in belonging. You may just be the needed candidate for this or other roles.
Supplemental Information
Ecology does not use the E-Verify system; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov .
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.
Application Process
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 job seekers from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Click “Apply” at the top of this page. Complete the entire application, including full work history and responses to all supplemental questions, and attach:
Cover letter, describing your interest in and qualifications for this position
Resume
Because we base our selection on the information you provide, it is in your best interest to complete the application thoroughly. A resume will not substitute for the “work experience” section of the application or vice versa. Applications with blank fields or supplemental question responses with comments such as “see resume” may be considered incomplete.
For detailed application information, please visit our Recruitment website .
Application Attestation: By submitting an application, you are affirming that the information contained in your application and on all attachments is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information, and any false or misleading answers may result in rejection of your application or dismissal if employed.
Need an Accommodation?
If you need reasonable accommodation during the application and/or screening process, including this job announcement in an alternate format:
Please contact us at 360-407-6186 or careers@ecy.wa.gov
If you are deaf or hard of hearing, you may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 711 or 1-800-833-6384.
Questions?
For specific questions about the position location options, schedule, or duties, please contact Heather Bartlett at Heather.Bartlett@ecy.wa.gov
If you need assistance applying for this job, are inquiring about the status of your application, would like to request the full position description, or have any other questions, please contact the Recruitment Team at careers@ecy.wa.gov
About the Environmental Assessment Program
The mission of the Environmental Assessment Program (EAP) is to measure, assess, and communicate environmental conditions in Washington State, providing credible science to guide Washington's environmental choices.
About the Department of Ecology
As the State of Washington’s environmental protection agency, we are deeply committed to protecting, preserving, and enhancing Washington’s environment for current and future generations. Joining Ecology means becoming part of a team dedicated to protecting and sustaining healthy land, air, water, and climate in harmony with a strong economy. A career in public service at Ecology 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. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability.
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 , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth * Click here for more information
To learn more about Ecology, please visit our website , explore Working at Ecology , check out our Strategic Plan , and connect with us on LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram , YouTube , 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.
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency.
Company Description
Arista Networks is an industry leader in data-driven, client-to-cloud networking for large data center, campus and routing environments. What sets us apart is our relentless pursuit of innovation. We leverage the latest advancements in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and software-defined networking to provide our clients with a competitive edge in an increasingly interconnected world. Our solutions are designed to not only meet the current demands of the digital landscape but to also anticipate and adapt to future challenges.
At Arista we value the diversity of thought and perspectives that each employee brings to the table. We believe that fostering an inclusive environment, where individuals from various backgrounds and experiences feel welcome, is essential for driving creativity and innovation.
Our commitment to excellence has earned us several prestigious awards, such as Best Engineering Team, Best Company for Diversity, Compensation, and Work-Life Balance. At Arista, we take pride in our track record of success and strive to maintain the highest standards of quality and performance in everything we do.
Job Description
Who You’ll Work With As a Technical Program Manager, Hardware at Arista, you will collaborate closely with customers, strategic partners, and experienced internal cross-disciplinary team leaders. You’ll be at the center of driving customer-focused programs forward, ensuring deliverables are met on time to support our customers' internal development and deployment goals.
What You’ll Do In this critical role, you’ll lead hardware product development efforts from concept through release to volume production. Approximately 75% of your time will be focused on the New Product Introduction (NPI) process, while the remaining 25% will support Manufacturing. Your success in the role will rely on strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills to keep projects aligned and moving forward.
Creating statement of work (SoW) documents for complex technical programs
Interface with key customers and strategic partners to develop program plans including negotiating schedules, milestone deliverables, prototype allocations, and feature set.
Lead a cross-functional team from HW, SW, Central, and Diagnostic engineering, manufacturing, product management, ODM/JDM partners, and customer support to deliver outstanding products to the market.
Prepare and present weekly program status updates to Director/Senior VP level audiences through the course of the program
You will be responsible for tracking and reporting on the overall state of your programs, as well as identifying and solving any concerns prior to them causing impact.
Create a master schedule that captures and inter-connects the key cross-functional deliverables as defined by the product development lifecycle and ensure the team delivers. Drive and lead development milestone checkpoints.
Drive, coordinate, and monitor engineering programs including scheduling, planning, product and project cost analysis, early access, & first customer shipment.
Drive cross-functional issue resolution ensuring issues are identified, owned and resolved. Ensure issues are escalated to the appropriate functional leaders.
Qualifications
10+ years of NPI hardware engineering and leadership experience
Design engineering, New Product Introduction, and manufacturing experience with rack-mounted data center or enterprise equipment
Experience working with multiple engineering disciplines including electrical, mechanical, software, diagnostics, test, and manufacturing engineering team members
Exceptional project management skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
Significant working knowledge of hardware development.
Proven track record of managing hardware projects and delivering on time.
Demonstrated ability to take initiative, define, document, implement new processes.
Experience interfacing with product management, internal cross-functional engineering teams, and contract manufacturing (CM’s) partners
Ability to listen and simplify complex topics for non-technical audiences, and prepare summaries for executives and stakeholders.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, industrial engineering or equivalent experience. MS/MBA and PMP desirable.
Compensation Information The new hire base pay for this role has a salary range of $122,000 to $200,000. Arista offers different pay ranges based on work location, so that we can offer consistent and competitive pay appropriate to the market. The actual base pay offered will be based on a wide range of factors, including skills, qualifications, relevant experience, and work location. The pay range provided reflects base pay only and in addition certain roles may also be eligible for discretionary Arista bonuses and equity. Employees in Sales roles are eligible to participate in Arista’s Sales Incentive Plan, which pays commissions calculated as a percentage of eligible sales. US-based employees are also entitled to benefits including medical, dental, vision, wellbeing, tax savings and income protection. The recruiting team can share more details during the hiring process specific to the role and location.
Additional Information
Arista Networks is an equal opportunity employer. Arista makes all hiring and employment-related decisions in a non-discriminatory manner without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other factor determined to be unlawful under applicable federal, state, or law law. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Feb 02, 2026
Full time
Company Description
Arista Networks is an industry leader in data-driven, client-to-cloud networking for large data center, campus and routing environments. What sets us apart is our relentless pursuit of innovation. We leverage the latest advancements in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and software-defined networking to provide our clients with a competitive edge in an increasingly interconnected world. Our solutions are designed to not only meet the current demands of the digital landscape but to also anticipate and adapt to future challenges.
At Arista we value the diversity of thought and perspectives that each employee brings to the table. We believe that fostering an inclusive environment, where individuals from various backgrounds and experiences feel welcome, is essential for driving creativity and innovation.
Our commitment to excellence has earned us several prestigious awards, such as Best Engineering Team, Best Company for Diversity, Compensation, and Work-Life Balance. At Arista, we take pride in our track record of success and strive to maintain the highest standards of quality and performance in everything we do.
Job Description
Who You’ll Work With As a Technical Program Manager, Hardware at Arista, you will collaborate closely with customers, strategic partners, and experienced internal cross-disciplinary team leaders. You’ll be at the center of driving customer-focused programs forward, ensuring deliverables are met on time to support our customers' internal development and deployment goals.
What You’ll Do In this critical role, you’ll lead hardware product development efforts from concept through release to volume production. Approximately 75% of your time will be focused on the New Product Introduction (NPI) process, while the remaining 25% will support Manufacturing. Your success in the role will rely on strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills to keep projects aligned and moving forward.
Creating statement of work (SoW) documents for complex technical programs
Interface with key customers and strategic partners to develop program plans including negotiating schedules, milestone deliverables, prototype allocations, and feature set.
Lead a cross-functional team from HW, SW, Central, and Diagnostic engineering, manufacturing, product management, ODM/JDM partners, and customer support to deliver outstanding products to the market.
Prepare and present weekly program status updates to Director/Senior VP level audiences through the course of the program
You will be responsible for tracking and reporting on the overall state of your programs, as well as identifying and solving any concerns prior to them causing impact.
Create a master schedule that captures and inter-connects the key cross-functional deliverables as defined by the product development lifecycle and ensure the team delivers. Drive and lead development milestone checkpoints.
Drive, coordinate, and monitor engineering programs including scheduling, planning, product and project cost analysis, early access, & first customer shipment.
Drive cross-functional issue resolution ensuring issues are identified, owned and resolved. Ensure issues are escalated to the appropriate functional leaders.
Qualifications
10+ years of NPI hardware engineering and leadership experience
Design engineering, New Product Introduction, and manufacturing experience with rack-mounted data center or enterprise equipment
Experience working with multiple engineering disciplines including electrical, mechanical, software, diagnostics, test, and manufacturing engineering team members
Exceptional project management skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
Significant working knowledge of hardware development.
Proven track record of managing hardware projects and delivering on time.
Demonstrated ability to take initiative, define, document, implement new processes.
Experience interfacing with product management, internal cross-functional engineering teams, and contract manufacturing (CM’s) partners
Ability to listen and simplify complex topics for non-technical audiences, and prepare summaries for executives and stakeholders.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, industrial engineering or equivalent experience. MS/MBA and PMP desirable.
Compensation Information The new hire base pay for this role has a salary range of $122,000 to $200,000. Arista offers different pay ranges based on work location, so that we can offer consistent and competitive pay appropriate to the market. The actual base pay offered will be based on a wide range of factors, including skills, qualifications, relevant experience, and work location. The pay range provided reflects base pay only and in addition certain roles may also be eligible for discretionary Arista bonuses and equity. Employees in Sales roles are eligible to participate in Arista’s Sales Incentive Plan, which pays commissions calculated as a percentage of eligible sales. US-based employees are also entitled to benefits including medical, dental, vision, wellbeing, tax savings and income protection. The recruiting team can share more details during the hiring process specific to the role and location.
Additional Information
Arista Networks is an equal opportunity employer. Arista makes all hiring and employment-related decisions in a non-discriminatory manner without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other factor determined to be unlawful under applicable federal, state, or law law. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Reports To: Vice President of Student Affairs
Job Summary
Hawkeye Community College's Division of Student Affairs is seeking a full-time Administrative Assistant II to join their team. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and have excellent attention to detail and communication skills, this may be for you!
The Division of Student Affairs offers a broad range of services to support student success as a college student and beyond. We work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students and the community to support student engagement, diversity and inclusion, and learning and success at Hawkeye Community College. We promote the continuous improvement of the college experience by helping students to connect, collaborate and commit to engage in activities, programs, and opportunities as they achieve their goals.
As the Administrative Assistant II, you are responsible for providing high-level administrative support to the Vice President of Student Affairs, including support for special projects, committees, and division-wide initiatives. Additionally, you will be handling confidential/sensitive information as well as maintaining calendars and fielding incoming office inquiries.
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:
Provides administrative support to the Vice President of Student Affairs.
Performs administrative duties beyond the primary assignment and may be assigned to various departmental areas as directed by the Vice President of Student Affairs.
Maintains the Vice President of Student Affairs and division calendars.
Responsible for scheduling meetings, events, and appointments.
Fields incoming office inquiries via in-person, telephone, or email.
Maintains effective and efficient flow of communication and information through calendars, correspondence, memos, messages and office records.
Organizes college committee meetings by providing the following services: calendar and room scheduling, agenda preparation, taking meeting minutes, and coordinating specific event tasks as assigned by the Vice President of Student Affairs.
Makes business travel arrangements for staff as needed.
Assists in reading, researching, and routing correspondence such as drafting letters and documents, collecting and analyzing information, and initiating telecommunications.
Ensures operation of office equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer’s instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; arranging for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
Receives, prepares, and submits requisitions into Colleague.
Fields incoming public and campus requests and routes them to appropriate personnel.
Maintains confidentiality with sensitive information.
Participates in campus committees as assigned.
Coordinates in-services and professional development days for division, as needed.
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 REQUIREMENTS:
Associate’s degree and four (4) years of experience as an Administrative Assistant or related field or a combination of education and experience to total six (6) years.
Knowledge of financial rules, regulations, and procedures.
Demonstrated ability to handle confidential/sensitive information with discretion.
Experience with making travel arrangements for senior staff or leadership.
Demonstrated ability to work independently.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively verbally and via written correspondence.
Demonstrated ability to understand and follow complex oral and written directions.
Demonstrated ability to work with a wide array of students, 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.
Knowledge of general office equipment, procedures and protocols.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple and shifting tasks and demands to meet timely deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
Experience with event planning
Working Conditions
Anticipated hours/schedule is Monday – Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm with occasional evening or weekend hours based on business need.
Work is performed either in or a combination of an office setting or classroom setting 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. Sit, stand, bend, lift and move frequently during working hours. During the course of the day, interact with students, faculty and staff in person, by telephone and computers.
Employment Status
Full-time, non-exempt position with comprehensive or competitive benefits program including health, dental, vision, life, and LTD insurance, a Section 125 plan for medical and dependent care expenses; holiday, personal, sick, and vacation leave; tuition reimbursement/remission; and a choice of retirement programs—IPERS (defined benefit) or TIAA (defined contribution).
Salary will be commensurate with the candidate’s education and experience.
The wage range for this position begins at $18.03/hr. (Approximately $37,500 annually)
Application Procedure
Complete an online application at hawkeyecollege.edu/employment
Submit/upload a cover letter addressing the following:
Please describe how your experiences would enable you to be successful in this position.
Submit/upload a resume.
Submit/upload 3 professional references with a minimum of 1 being from a current/past supervisor.
Application Deadline: Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Priority screening is set to begin on: Thursday, February 19, 2026
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 30, 2026
Full time
Reports To: Vice President of Student Affairs
Job Summary
Hawkeye Community College's Division of Student Affairs is seeking a full-time Administrative Assistant II to join their team. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and have excellent attention to detail and communication skills, this may be for you!
The Division of Student Affairs offers a broad range of services to support student success as a college student and beyond. We work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students and the community to support student engagement, diversity and inclusion, and learning and success at Hawkeye Community College. We promote the continuous improvement of the college experience by helping students to connect, collaborate and commit to engage in activities, programs, and opportunities as they achieve their goals.
As the Administrative Assistant II, you are responsible for providing high-level administrative support to the Vice President of Student Affairs, including support for special projects, committees, and division-wide initiatives. Additionally, you will be handling confidential/sensitive information as well as maintaining calendars and fielding incoming office inquiries.
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:
Provides administrative support to the Vice President of Student Affairs.
Performs administrative duties beyond the primary assignment and may be assigned to various departmental areas as directed by the Vice President of Student Affairs.
Maintains the Vice President of Student Affairs and division calendars.
Responsible for scheduling meetings, events, and appointments.
Fields incoming office inquiries via in-person, telephone, or email.
Maintains effective and efficient flow of communication and information through calendars, correspondence, memos, messages and office records.
Organizes college committee meetings by providing the following services: calendar and room scheduling, agenda preparation, taking meeting minutes, and coordinating specific event tasks as assigned by the Vice President of Student Affairs.
Makes business travel arrangements for staff as needed.
Assists in reading, researching, and routing correspondence such as drafting letters and documents, collecting and analyzing information, and initiating telecommunications.
Ensures operation of office equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer’s instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; arranging for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
Receives, prepares, and submits requisitions into Colleague.
Fields incoming public and campus requests and routes them to appropriate personnel.
Maintains confidentiality with sensitive information.
Participates in campus committees as assigned.
Coordinates in-services and professional development days for division, as needed.
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 REQUIREMENTS:
Associate’s degree and four (4) years of experience as an Administrative Assistant or related field or a combination of education and experience to total six (6) years.
Knowledge of financial rules, regulations, and procedures.
Demonstrated ability to handle confidential/sensitive information with discretion.
Experience with making travel arrangements for senior staff or leadership.
Demonstrated ability to work independently.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively verbally and via written correspondence.
Demonstrated ability to understand and follow complex oral and written directions.
Demonstrated ability to work with a wide array of students, 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.
Knowledge of general office equipment, procedures and protocols.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple and shifting tasks and demands to meet timely deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
Experience with event planning
Working Conditions
Anticipated hours/schedule is Monday – Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm with occasional evening or weekend hours based on business need.
Work is performed either in or a combination of an office setting or classroom setting 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. Sit, stand, bend, lift and move frequently during working hours. During the course of the day, interact with students, faculty and staff in person, by telephone and computers.
Employment Status
Full-time, non-exempt position with comprehensive or competitive benefits program including health, dental, vision, life, and LTD insurance, a Section 125 plan for medical and dependent care expenses; holiday, personal, sick, and vacation leave; tuition reimbursement/remission; and a choice of retirement programs—IPERS (defined benefit) or TIAA (defined contribution).
Salary will be commensurate with the candidate’s education and experience.
The wage range for this position begins at $18.03/hr. (Approximately $37,500 annually)
Application Procedure
Complete an online application at hawkeyecollege.edu/employment
Submit/upload a cover letter addressing the following:
Please describe how your experiences would enable you to be successful in this position.
Submit/upload a resume.
Submit/upload 3 professional references with a minimum of 1 being from a current/past supervisor.
Application Deadline: Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Priority screening is set to begin on: Thursday, February 19, 2026
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.
