41 Community Engagement and Outreach jobs

Nov 25, 2019
Transitions Specialist (YouthBuild Public Charter School) Featured
MISSION YouthBuild DC Public Charter School (YouthBuild PCS) is an alternative high school for young people seeking to transform their lives by re-engaging in their education in a non-traditional school environment. YouthBuild PCS prepares students for post secondary education and the workplace by offering, in English and Spanish, academic, vocational and workforce development programs. YouthBuild PCS believes that service to the community is an essential part of the transformative process. Therefore, students serve their community through volunteer projects and by creating housing for low-income residents in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.    For more information about YouthBuild PCS, visit  youthbuildpcs.org .  RESPONSIBILITIES The Transition Specialist helps to plan, facilitate, and provide oversight of students’ post-secondary placement. This is a full-time position, with occasional weekend and evening service hours. The Transition Specialist reports to the Head of School.  Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Career and College Readiness  Collaborate with the Transitions Director to build students’ career awareness and career readiness skills; work with students to develop Individual Transitions Plans. Set up job site visits and career exploration activities to introduce youth to various jobs, careers, and apprenticeship/internship opportunities. Collaborate with the Transitions Director to build students’ college awareness and college readiness skills; work with students to develop Individual Transitions Plans. Set up campus visits and college exploration activities to introduce youth to various jobs, careers, and apprenticeship/internship opportunities. Placement Collaborate with the Head of School, the Construction Manager, and other school leaders to secure student placement in internships, apprenticeships, and other employment opportunities.  Communicate via phone, email, and social media to follow-up with students on their employment status. Conduct site visits, phone calls, email communication, and Social Security Number employment inquiries to verify student placement. Track Alumni two years after exit to ensure retention in job/career opportunities.  Provide support to alumni with job hunts and career readiness.  Work to develop a resource guide to assist students with post-secondary placement. Help support the development of a YouthBuild Industry Advisory Council. AmeriCorps Program Support Recruit and enroll AmeriCorps student members in accordance with applicable CNCS guidelines, grant agreements, etc.  Track member progress toward achieving performance measures as outlined in the AmeriCorps grant agreement. Data Management Use YouthBuild’s database(s) to track the placement status of current students and all alumni, working in sync with the Post-Secondary Education Associate to verify placement of alumni. Enter data into funder-sponsored databases and write reports on placement status and activities.  QUALIFICATIONS Successful candidates will possess the following qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required, with at least two years of experience teaching at risk youth and demonstrated success assisting youth in obtaining employment.  Excellent oral and written communication skills.  Database management experience a plus.  Fluency in Spanish is preferred.   Flexible, energetic, and resourceful. Committed to working with a diverse group of traditionally under-served youth, and believe that all students can achieve success. HOW TO APPLY Click here to apply directly to the Transitions Specialist position.  NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.   YouthBuild PCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not allow discrimination with respect to employment or any of the terms or conditions of employment because of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, sexual identity, marital status or religion.
TenSquare YouthBuild Public Charter School, 16th Street Northwest, Washington, DC, USA Full-time
Nov 25, 2019
Impact Manager Featured
$40,000 - $45,000 yearly
City Year Detroit is seeking an Impact Manager (IM) who will lead and develop a team of AmeriCorps members (ACMs) as idealistic, emerging leaders and practitioners focused on strengthening schools and supporting students to improve performance. Reporting to an Impact Director and working from a partner school(s), the IM plays a critical role in implementing City Year’s school-based Whole School Whole Child (WSWC) service model, mission, and practices. The IM is also an effective talent developer who will support AmeriCorps members through a challenging and rewarding year of service. This may be the job for you if: • You lead through your connections with others, create spaces where individuals can flourish and grow, and support them to find meaning in their work. • You are always learning. You work on your own growth and development and authentically model that work for those you lead. • You are a collaborative worker with a strong sense of ownership over your success, strategy to get there, and organization to execute on your plans. Job Description AmeriCorps Member Experience Manage, coach, and develop up to 14 AmeriCorps members though a personally rewarding year of service in Detroit Public Schools Community District, where they achieve service performance and standards requirements while reaching their leadership development potential. Model leadership that is fueled by City Year's culture and values. Facilitate ongoing dialogues that empower AmeriCorps members to relate to our culture and values in personally meaningful ways.   Build Conditions for Success in our Schools Build and cultivate strong partnerships with teachers, principals, school officials, and other key decision makers and stakeholders. Manage implementation of partnership agreement between the school and City Year Detroit. Ensure the necessary conditions and resources are in place for their team of AmeriCorps members to deliver attendance, behavior, and course performance interventions for students. Service Delivery & Impact Implement City Year’s WSWC model with a high degree of quality to a targeted group of students at the right time, at assigned schoolhouse(s). Make data-informed decisions to ensure tutoring, classroom support, afterschool programs, and school-wide initiatives align with the shared goals of the school/City Year partnership. Local and National Organizational Initiatives Participate in Blitz Interview Days Assist with Impact specific initiatives Assist with Martin Luther King, Jr. Day service projects, Opening Day, Annual Gala and other side-wide designated events. Attend overnight events including Summer Charger (a conference for all City Year Impact staff held in Boston for one week in the summer), and other local and national events. What does a typical day look like? Start of day centering meeting with team Observe and share feedback with AmeriCorps members providing interventions for students Review Student Achievement data Review AmeriCorps Member event plans, student engagement data and offer feedback Individual Meetings with AmeriCorps Members Coach AmeriCorps Members through communication challenges and conflict resolution Connect with school administration to review upcoming initiatives and mutual expectations Meet with Impact Director for your own support Host City Year's potential and current funding partners on a school tour and roundtable Attend and support After School Programs End of day centering meeting with team Basic Qualifications Experience building and growing complex professional relationships with a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders. Experience holding people accountable to performance goals and navigating difficult conversations. Experience managing diverse teams, particularly managing teams of early-workforce members. Ability to apply creative problem solving when faced with perceived barriers. Ability to translate mission and vision from organization level to individual level and draw connections between mission and daily work. Ability to navigate complex topics and parse them for specific audiences. Additional Qualifications: 2-3 years of relevant experience, work in the education sector preferred. National service experience is a plus. Familiarity with DPSCD school system a plus. Salary Range: $40,000-$45,000 Compensation and Benefits Full time employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with experience. Benefits for full time employees include health insurance with Flexible Spending Account, paid vacation, holidays, parental leave, 401K, and more. City Year is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workforce. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including persons with disabilities and veterans.
City Year Detroit, MI, USA Full-time
Nov 25, 2019
Impact Manager Featured
The primary responsibility of the Impact Manager is to manage and provide support for AmeriCorps members, particularly in their roles to improve student performance through targeted academic interventions. The Impact Manager (IM) plays a critical role in implementing the City Year New Orleans’ school-based service model and will report directly to the Impact Director. The IM will manage 8-12 AmeriCorps members and serve as the primary liaison between City Year and their school. The IM will develop and manage partnerships with school administration and personnel to ensure the necessary conditions and resources are in place for AmeriCorps members to deliver high-quality interventions and support culture and climate initiatives. The IM will also work with school staff and AmeriCorps members to implement after-school programming. The IM is school-based, and spends about 80% of their time working out of their placement school. Job Description AmeriCorps Member Management: The IM is responsible for ensuring their team has the skills, knowledge, experiences and mindsets necessary to increase student outcomes. Team Leader Management: The IM effectively manages Team Leaders (Second Year AmeriCorps Members) to support service and partner relationships and the AmeriCorps members. AmeriCorps Member Development: The IM regularly observes and coaches ACMs on their instructional practice. The IM is also responsible for ensuring their team is professionally developed by designing, coordinating, and delivering leadership trainings for their team. Program Development: The IM works collaboratively with IMs from other schools to lead site-wide initiatives and projects. Impact: The IM is responsible for effective and timely collection of data as well as using data to make action plans and program improvements. After School Program: The IM is responsible for coordinating high-quality, effective, safe, and well-organized after school programming with their school leadership team. School Leadership and School House Support The IM serves as a member of their placement school’s leadership team and may have a role in whole-school support. Response to Intervention (RTI) Administration The IM works alongside their school’s RTI coordinator to ensure the quality of ACM interventions and maximize student impact. School Partner Management: The IM is responsible for building strong and sustainable partnerships with all school-based stakeholders, including administrators, content specialists, and teachers. Qualifications Works effectively in fast-paced and dynamic environments Demonstrates grit and tenacity during challenging times Pursues self-directed and continuous learning Demonstrates time management, organization and the ability to multitask Exhibits a growth mindset Demonstrates flexibility and patience Thrives in a team-oriented workplace Understands current issues related to national service and education policy and the   impact they have on New Orleans communities and schools Aware of importance of outreach, relationships, and partnerships in advancing organizational  mission Thrives in a highly collaborative environment Bachelor’s Degree required, candidates with City Year or AmeriCorps experience given special consideration Competencies Relationship Development: Demonstrated ability to develop and manage complex relationships with schools and community partners. Proven ability to have tough conversations and to hold staff accountable towards their performance goals. Manage relationships with a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders to help achieve service goals and AmeriCorps member development. Talent Development: Proven success managing diverse teams towards a common goal. History of coaching/leading young people between the ages of 20-25. Executes to Results: Must have a strong record of achieving transformational results with students from low-income communities, at the classroom, school, or network/multiple-school levels. Ability to problem solve, trouble-shoot, and show creativity when faced with perceived barriers. Communication: Ability to translate mission and vision from organizational level to AmeriCorps members and talk about complex topics and vary their messaging for specific audiences. Able to communicate effectively, efficiently, and with transparency to the right people at the right time to ensure success of our AmeriCorps members in service. Compensation and Benefits Full time employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with experience. Benefits for full time employees include health insurance with Flexible Spending Account, paid vacation, holidays, parental leave, 401K, and more. City Year is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workforce. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including persons with disabilities and veterans.
City Year New Orleans, LA, USA Full-time
Nov 25, 2019
Program Manager Featured
$45,000 - $50,000 yearly
We seek a Program Manager (PM) who will manage and mentor a team of full-time AmeriCorps members, overseeing the implementation of our service model in one school in South Seattle. Program Managers are responsible for three main areas: program implementation, corps member program delivery and experience, and service partner management. The Program Manager must be effective in relationship development and team management, coaching a team of 6-14 AmeriCorps members to deliver attendance, behavior, and course performance interventions to students, as well as enabling a rewarding, productive, professional and successful year of service. In this way, the PM is responsible for the overall management of the day-to-day programmatic operations of their team, as well as leading their team to ensure that all goals and service outcomes are met. Additionally, the Program Manager serves as the primary City Year liaison in schools, building strong relationships with school administrators and personnel to enable success and sustainability of our annual $100K contract with schools. Reporting to a Program Director, the Program Manager plays a critical role in implementing City Year Seattle / King County’s school-based service model. PMs are primarily based at one school site, with some time spent at our City Year Seattle offices. Responsibilities Responsibilities managing school-based programming (85% of job) Program Implementation Service Model Fidelity Implement City Year’s Whole School Whole Child model with fidelity to enhance service quality and maximize impact, ensuring AmeriCorps members utilize the appropriate curriculum and track student data to ensure academic gains are being made Set and monitor clear, measurable weekly and monthly deliverables for AmeriCorps members to ensure effective planning and execution of service priorities and parent/community engagement events Service Impact & Evaluation Support evaluation team in collection of data Support AmeriCorps member placement in classrooms Work with AmeriCorps members to coach around and ensure quality of day-to-day service implementation, including through classroom observations After School Program Lead City Year AmeriCorps members to provide a high quality, effective, safe, and well-organized after school program Collaborate with school partners to ensure the successful launch of the program Routinely monitor all elements of the program for quality, and make necessary adjustments AmeriCorps Member Management & Development: Lead, manage, and coach a team of 6-14 AmeriCorps members to achieve service performance requirements, meet AmeriCorps practitioner standards, and support members through their individual equity journeys Ensure team is well-developed, strong, connected to their work, and the organization. Lead on sustaining a strong sense of City Year culture and values, consistently using City Year culture tools; make meaning of City Year culture and foster strong personal connections to the deeper meaning of our work in schools Use performance management tools to set performance expectations, identify strengths and development opportunities, and partner with each AmeriCorps member on a development plan to maximize leadership potential Service Partner Management Develop and manage partnerships with school administration and personnel to as well as ensure the necessary conditions and resources are in place for corps members to deliver attendance and behavior interventions for students. Build and cultivate a strong partnership with teachers, principal, school officials, and other key decision makers. Engage with partners (individuals, corporate, and foundation) to ensure resourcing for schools and larger community Responsibilities as part of the CYSKC staff team (15% of job) In addition to these main priorities, Program Managers are also responsible for site-wide projects (such as Race & Equity work, academic coaching, professional development for AmeriCorps members, etc.), developing and leading trainings on our Learning & Development days, collaborating as a team to share best practices, and more.  Qualifications Strong passion for and commitment to City Year’s mission of delivering high impact service to children and schools in Seattle; developing young adults participating in national service as powerful civic leaders and life-long active citizens; promoting and advancing the concept of voluntary national service; belief in youth as agents of social change Experiences partnering with and engaging communities of color, and/or with immigrant and/or refugee and/or indigenous and/or trauma-effected populations Demonstrated experience managing others and leading a team, including: Setting high expectations and holding self and team accountable for performance goals Setting up structures for effective teams and ability to delegate effectively and appropriately Developing diverse talent through coaching, performance plans, reviews, and leadership opportunities Thrives in complex and fast-changing environments Strong project management skills; able to manage multiple tasks, priorities and stakeholders effectively; ability to generate results and complete projects within deadlines Committed to addressing personal, cultural, and institutional biases Background working in a school setting preferred Additional Qualities Needed: In order to succeed in this role, we desire that candidates have experience, skills, or confidence in the following competencies: Executes to Results Demonstrates an orientation towards goals, solutions, and strong follow through Ability to problem solve, trouble shoot and show creative problem solving when faced with perceived barriers Team Leadership & Coaching Experience leading diverse teams of individuals to achieve results toward a common goal Ability to coach and lead young people between the ages of 18-25, often through conflict and with an eye toward identity exploration and development Sets high expectations for self and others they are leading; ability to have tough conversations and hold people accountable towards their performance goals Relationship Development Ability to develop mutually beneficial relationships and manage complex relationships with schools, community partners, students, and families U nderstands different stakeholders’ perspectives and needs and finds creative solutions to meeting competing needs and priorities M anage relationships with diverse groups of internal and external stakeholders to help achieve service goals and corps member development Understands institutional barriers to services for students and families Communication Ability to translate mission and vision from organization level to corps members, talk about complex topics and adapt them for specific audiences. Able to communicate effectively, efficiently, and with transparency to the right people at the right time to ensure success of our corps members in service. Demonstrates an ability to articulate their own journey around race and equity, as well as how that journey intersects with power and privilege Compensation commensurate with experience; the salary range for this position is $45,000-$50,000. Compensation and Benefits Full time employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with experience. Benefits for full time employees include health insurance with Flexible Spending Account, paid vacation, holidays, parental leave, 401K, and more. City Year is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workforce. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including persons with disabilities and veterans.
City Year Seattle, WA, USA Full-time
Nov 21, 2019
Regional Admissions Manager, Midwest Featured
The Regional Admissions Manager, located in Kansas City, ensures the admissions needs of the site are met, while supporting the matriculation of a diverse, prepared corps for the entire region. The role implements a consistent process that enables strategic intake, communication / customer service, process management, and placement of applicants at City Year locations. The role works closely with site staff to ensure the right AmeriCorps members are identified to fill the needs of the site. Job Description Implement and Monitor Strategic Admissions and Matriculation Plan – Implement and monitor a strategy and placement process that ensures talent and diversity of applicants across multiple sites within the region. Customer Service Delivery –   Implement a comprehensive communication and customer service plan; Direct responses to general e - mail and telephone contact for City Year locally as well as regionally; and Respond to and route inquiries to appropriate team(s). Increase Efficiency of Application and Selections Process – Working with regional leadership, identify and establish greater alignment with Service Impact and other relevant departments. Implement Applicant Selections Process – Conduct Admissions interviews and supports interview days; Facilitate applicant selections committees; Manage applicant files; and Ensure AmeriCorps and City Year compliance. Develop Strong Internal Relationships – Build and manage relationships with home site corps, staff, and leadership to address the evolving needs of admissions in a local, regional, and national context; Work with regional leadership to facilitate solutions to challenges of competing priorities, and ensure that individual site needs are met while achieving overall regional goals; and Inform and implement the Senior AmeriCorps selections process, working closely with Impact Operations at home site. Serve as Home Site Liaison – Conduct annual interview training for selections interviewers at home site; Support site leadership with real time recruitment and admissions data; and Provide local Recruitment and Admissions perspective in decision making process. Confirmed AmeriCorps Member Management – Implement national strategy to retain confirmed AmeriCorps members through mailings, social media engagement, and general customer service; and Prepare incoming corps for service expectations, identify possible attrition risks within the incoming corps, and support corps background check and registration process. Performance Analysis and Strategy – Compare site - based admissions performance and structure course correction as needed to meet interval goals; and Use data as a management tool. Team Growth and Development –Attend quarterly regional team meetings, events, and calls; and Maintain connections and collaboration. Regional Model Growth and Development: In partnership with other members of the National Recruitment and Admissions team, work with recruitment teams and site leadership to continue building upon a regional / national recruitment and centralized admissions pool; and Travel to National Recruitment meetings and events.  Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent 1 + years of related experience Create persuasive written and verbal communication for internal and external audiences Organized and attention to detail Experience working in a team environment Flexible, solution-oriented and proactive Ability to manage multiple demands and deadlines in a fast paced environment Exhibit a passion for City Year’s mission and values Preferred Qualifications Admissions, development, or 1 + years of service experience City Year and AmeriCorps Alumni encouraged to apply Sales, customer service, or human relations experience Volunteer, corporate, or academic recruitment / admissions experience Travel Annual summer conference Compensation and Benefits Full time employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with experience. Benefits for full time employees include health insurance with Flexible Spending Account, paid vacation, holidays, parental leave, 401K, and more. City Year is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workforce. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including persons with disabilities and veterans.
City Year Kansas City, MO, USA Full-time
Nov 21, 2019
Program Manager Featured
Reporting directly to the Program Director, as a member of the Program and Service team, the Program Manager (PM) plays a critical role overseeing successful implementation of City Year Los Angeles’ school-based service model. In this role, the PM manages a team of up to 16 City Year AmeriCorps members at their designated school, where they spend the majority of the work week. The PM is an effective talent developer who will lead AmeriCorps members to have a successful and rewarding year of service through civic engagement and a citizenship development curriculum. The PM develops and manages partnerships with the school administration and personnel to ensure the necessary conditions and resources are in place for AmeriCorps members to deliver attendance, behavior, and course performance interventions for students throughout the school day. The PM also works with school staff and AmeriCorps members to implement after-school programming. City Year values and continuously works to build an equitable and inclusive culture where diverse people feel they belong. People and Partnership Management AmeriCorps Member Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with ACMs by creating an environment of open and honest two-way communication; provide both positive and constructive feedback and coaching to support ACM professional development in the civic leadership competencies; Ensure the professional accountability of all team members, including Team Leaders (TL), through ongoing one-on-one check-ins, formal performance reviews, and consistent implementation of the professional accountability system. Team Leader Management: Effectively manage and leverage Team Leader experience to support service delivery; engage school administrators and partner teachers; coach and provide feedback for TL professional development. School Partner Management: Build strong and sustainable partnerships with all school-based stakeholders, including parent councils; Program Manager ensures that Whole School Whole Child (WSWC) platforms are understood and implemented; reinforce commitment to shared goals with school leaders and deliver on City Year’s contributions.  External Partnership Management: Identify leaders and resources in the community to develop partnerships that support the ability of the team to implement its school-based and community-based service objectives; support City Year Development department in securing and engaging team sponsors AmeriCorps Member Experience Observation and Coaching:  Actively support AmeriCorps members in service with regular observation and coaching; AmeriCorps members are coached and managed to meet performance standards for service excellence and inspirational standards that are expected of all City Year members. Team Development: Ensure team is well-developed, strong, connected to their work, and the organization; Program Manager is well respected by AmeriCorps members and is an effective leader of the team; PM supports professional development of AmeriCorps members by effectively facilitating content to groups of 8-40. Community Awareness: Engage team in activities and experiences that deepen their understanding of the communities in which they serve; leverage City Year Values and frameworks to help AmeriCorps members develop perspective on their role in the school community; work with team to understand the resources provided by local community organizations that may benefit students and the school community.   Program Fidelity Service Model Fidelity: Use Whole School Whole Child model with fidelity to enhance service quality and maximize impact; ensure that service tools are utilized effectively; school site supports a practitioner culture; set and monitor clear, measurable weekly and monthly deliverables for AmeriCorps members to ensure effective planning and execution of service priorities and parent/community engagement events. Results & Outcomes: Ensure effective and timely collection of data through the administration of summative and formative standardized assessments, implementation of quantitative and qualitative evaluation tools, and that evaluation results are used to make service and program improvements. After School Program: Lead City Year team to provide a high quality, effective, safe, and well-organized after school program; collaborate with school partners to ensure the successful launch of the program; routinely monitor all elements of the program for quality and make necessary adjustments.  Qualifications : Bachelor’s Degree; or equivalent work experience 2-6 years of work experience A least 1 year of management experience with strong track record of results: Setting high expectations and holding self and team accountable for performance goals Developing diverse talent through performance plans, reviews and leadership opportunities Using progress and outcome data to inform team management Ability to meet deadlines , plan ahead, and manage competing priorities in a fast paced and diverse team environment Tenacity and flexibility in the face of challenges; working in high-need environments Experience setting-up structures for effective teams and ability to delegate effectively and appropriately Strong track record in building and maintaining productive relationships with key stakeholders Passion for service and the City Year mission Background in education is a plus City Year/AmeriCorps experience is a plus Additional Qualities Needed: In order to succeed in this role, an applicant must have the following competencies: Executes to Results: City Year is a very data-informed organization and all staff members are held accountable to performance metrics.  These metrics are used to ensure that our organization is achieving transformational results with students.  These outcomes are also central to our federal and state grants, as a mechanism for ensuring the effectiveness of City Year’s program.  Successful applicants must understand and be able to articulate the importance of utilizing a data-informed approach to provide excellent program services.  Desire to Learn: City Year has a unique service model and organizational culture.  Successful applicants will have strong experience and a proven track record of success in the above areas, but must also be willing and eager to continue to learn and must be self-aware of their areas for continued professional growth and development.  Communication: Ability to translate mission and vision from organization level to AmeriCorps members and talk about complex topics and parse them for specific audiences. Able to communicate effectively, efficiently and with transparency to the right people at the right time to ensure success of our AmeriCorps members in service. Models authenticity and powerful vulnerability, letting down their guard while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries. Grit and Resilience: As a direct service program, City Year AmeriCorps members and Program Managers are faced with challenging and emotional circumstances during their in-school service.  Program Managers must be able to lead their teams through these emotional circumstances; they must demonstrate resilience to support AmeriCorps members while also ensuring that the team continues to maintain focus on addressing the needs of our students and communities.   Compensation and Benefits Full time employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with experience. Benefits for full time employees include health insurance with Flexible Spending Account, paid vacation, holidays, parental leave, 401K, and more. City Year is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workforce. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including persons with disabilities and veterans.
City Year Los Angeles, CA, USA Full-time
Nov 21, 2019
Regional Admissions Manager, East Region Featured
You will lead the admissions process for the City Year Providence site, while collaborating with our regional admissions team in the hiring of AmeriCorps members for our entire East Region (Boston, Buffalo, New Hampshire, New York, Philadelphia, Providence, and Washington, DC). You will implement a comprehensive admissions process, with responsibility for front-line relationship management and customer service for our applicants, and for establishing resilient and effective partnership with Providence site colleagues. You will serve as part of our Recruitment and Admissions department, a national network of professionals working each year to recruit and hire 3,000 incredible young people to serve in schools in 29 communities across the country. Job Description The primary functions of your job will be to:   Implement City Year’s Admissions Process. You will organize and conduct applicant interviews, review and assess applications, make selections decisions, and support placement and preparation of City Year AmeriCorps members at your home site (Providence). You will implement this set process effectively and proactively seek to improve the process over time.   Model Excellence in Customer Service. You will communicate with responsiveness, consistency, and clarity to deepen applicants' connection to City Year.    Exhibit Commitment to All City Year Applicants. City Year recruits and attracts a diverse applicant pool, ages 18-25. You will  foster  a c ulture and c ommunity of support and inclusion throughout the hiring process. You will display a commitment to continuously learn and grow in ensuring the admissions process is equitable for all applicants.    Collaborate With Our Providence Site Partners. You will serve as the front-line connection between our regional admissions team and the Providence site. You will conduct interview trainings, report on relevant data, participate in site programming, and participate in conversations to help strengthen and streamline the partnership.    Strengthen our Regional Admissions Team. You will participate with intention and enthusiasm through meetings, events, calls, and shared projects.    What You Can Contribute on Day One:   You will demonstrate a desire to connect with, learn from, support, and grow with your new teammates. You will display self-awareness, curiosity, and empathy that will facilitate your connection with a diverse set of colleagues and applicants. You will show a capacity for process management – you enjoy the work of striking a balance between operating autonomously while implementing a set, shared admissions process.   What You Can Expect to Learn:   We want you to learn and grow in this role. You will be trained in all of the technical platforms City Year uses to implement our admissions process, manage applicant relationships, track and report on our progress, and communicate with key stakeholders. You will be introduced to tools, systems, and tactics to effectively connect and collaborate with remote teammates. You will engage in best practices in admissions, including Diversity, Equity & Inclusion training, interviewing techniques, and data-driven decision making.   Your Background Might Include, But We Do Not Require:   Post-secondary education   1+ year of professional experience   Previous City Year employment   Admissions, recruitment, development, or service experience   Sales, customer service, or human relations experience   Compensation and Benefits Full time employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with experience. Benefits for full time employees include health insurance with Flexible Spending Account, paid vacation, holidays, parental leave, 401K, and more. City Year is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workforce. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including persons with disabilities and veterans.
City Year Remote (Providence, RI, USA) Full-time
Nov 19, 2019
Program Manager Featured
Reporting directly to the Program Director, as a member of the Program and Service team, the Program Manager (PM) plays a critical role overseeing successful implementation of City Year Los Angeles’ school-based service model. In this role, the PM manages a team of up to 16 City Year AmeriCorps members at their designated school, where they spend the majority of the work week. The PM is an effective talent developer who will lead AmeriCorps members to have a successful and rewarding year of service through civic engagement and a citizenship development curriculum. The PM develops and manages partnerships with the school administration and personnel to ensure the necessary conditions and resources are in place for AmeriCorps members to deliver attendance, behavior, and course performance interventions for students throughout the school day. The PM also works with school staff and AmeriCorps members to implement after-school programming. Multiple Program Manager roles are open (6+). This position announcement will remain posted until all positions are filled. The target start date for these open positions is June 24, 2019. City Year values and continuously works to build an equitable and inclusive culture where diverse people feel they belong. People and Partnership Management AmeriCorps Member Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with ACMs by creating an environment of open and honest two-way communication; provide both positive and constructive feedback and coaching to support ACM professional development in the civic leadership competencies; Ensure the professional accountability of all team members, including Team Leaders (TL), through ongoing one-on-one check-ins, formal performance reviews, and consistent implementation of the professional accountability system. Team Leader Management: Effectively manage and leverage Team Leader experience to support service delivery; engage school administrators and partner teachers; coach and provide feedback for TL professional development. School Partner Management: Build strong and sustainable partnerships with all school-based stakeholders, including parent councils; Program Manager ensures that Whole School Whole Child (WSWC) platforms are understood and implemented; reinforce commitment to shared goals with school leaders and deliver on City Year’s contributions.  External Partnership Management: Identify leaders and resources in the community to develop partnerships that support the ability of the team to implement its school-based and community-based service objectives; support City Year Development department in securing and engaging team sponsors AmeriCorps Member Experience Observation and Coaching:  Actively support AmeriCorps members in service with regular observation and coaching; AmeriCorps members are coached and managed to meet performance standards for service excellence and inspirational standards that are expected of all City Year members. Team Development: Ensure team is well-developed, strong, connected to their work, and the organization; Program Manager is well respected by AmeriCorps members and is an effective leader of the team; PM supports professional development of AmeriCorps members by effectively facilitating content to groups of 8-40. Community Awareness: Engage team in activities and experiences that deepen their understanding of the communities in which they serve; leverage City Year Values and frameworks to help AmeriCorps members develop perspective on their role in the school community; work with team to understand the resources provided by local community organizations that may benefit students and the school community.   Program Fidelity Service Model Fidelity: Use Whole School Whole Child model with fidelity to enhance service quality and maximize impact; ensure that service tools are utilized effectively; school site supports a practitioner culture; set and monitor clear, measurable weekly and monthly deliverables for AmeriCorps members to ensure effective planning and execution of service priorities and parent/community engagement events. Results & Outcomes: Ensure effective and timely collection of data through the administration of summative and formative standardized assessments, implementation of quantitative and qualitative evaluation tools, and that evaluation results are used to make service and program improvements. After School Program: Lead City Year team to provide a high quality, effective, safe, and well-organized after school program; collaborate with school partners to ensure the successful launch of the program; routinely monitor all elements of the program for quality and make necessary adjustments.  Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree; or equivalent work experience 2-6 years of work experience A least 1 year of management experience with strong track record of results: Setting high expectations and holding self and team accountable for performance goals Developing diverse talent through performance plans, reviews and leadership opportunities Using progress and outcome data to inform team management Ability to meet deadlines , plan ahead, and manage competing priorities in a fast paced and diverse team environment Tenacity and flexibility in the face of challenges; working in high-need environments Experience setting-up structures for effective teams and ability to delegate effectively and appropriately Strong track record in building and maintaining productive relationships with key stakeholders Passion for service and the City Year mission Background in education is a plus City Year/AmeriCorps experience is a plus Additional Qualities Needed: In order to succeed in this role, an applicant must have the following competencies: Executes to Results: City Year is a very data-informed organization and all staff members are held accountable to performance metrics.  These metrics are used to ensure that our organization is achieving transformational results with students.  These outcomes are also central to our federal and state grants, as a mechanism for ensuring the effectiveness of City Year’s program.  Successful applicants must understand and be able to articulate the importance of utilizing a data-informed approach to provide excellent program services.  Desire to Learn: City Year has a unique service model and organizational culture.  Successful applicants will have strong experience and a proven track record of success in the above areas, but must also be willing and eager to continue to learn and must be self-aware of their areas for continued professional growth and development.  Communication: Ability to translate mission and vision from organization level to AmeriCorps members and talk about complex topics and parse them for specific audiences. Able to communicate effectively, efficiently and with transparency to the right people at the right time to ensure success of our AmeriCorps members in service. Models authenticity and powerful vulnerability, letting down their guard while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries. Grit and Resilience: As a direct service program, City Year AmeriCorps members and Program Managers are faced with challenging and emotional circumstances during their in-school service.  Program Managers must be able to lead their teams through these emotional circumstances; they must demonstrate resilience to support AmeriCorps members while also ensuring that the team continues to maintain focus on addressing the needs of our students and communities.   Compensation and Benefits Full time employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with experience. Benefits for full time employees include health insurance with Flexible Spending Account, paid vacation, holidays, parental leave, 401K, and more. City Year is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workforce. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including persons with disabilities and veterans.
City Year Los Angeles, CA, USA Full-time
Nov 19, 2019
Individual Giving Director Featured
City Year Boston is seeking an Individual Giving Director who will lead efforts to secure financial support from individuals and families in the Boston area as well as manage the Individual Giving team. The Individual Giving Director partners with Site Leadership and the Development team to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward individual donors and family foundations. The Individual Giving Director will focus on building the overall individual donor base to raise increased resources, and ultimately, serve more students in Boston. This position reports to the Managing Director of Resource Development & Marketing and manages two Individual Giving Managers. The Individual Giving Director will work collaboratively with the Major Gifts Officer, Executive Director and the Development & Communications team to raise the profile of City Year Boston and our individual giving programs and work seamlessly with the Major Gifts Officer to cultivate, solicit and steward a robust pipeline of Red Jacket Society prospects. Responsibilities Donor Acquisition Strategy: Create and implement a strategic plan for identifying and cultivating new individual donors, with a goal of securing $8M in total individual/family foundation support at scale. Take lead on soliciting leadership gifts and multi-year investments and collaborate with corporate team to leverage individual support from corporate partners. Donor Recognition and Ongoing Engagement: Ensure proper and timely recognition of donors and ongoing stewardship. With support of Development Operations team, maintain accurate records and donor information in database. Events:  Lead the individual giving team to leverage City Year Boston events to increase individual giving, such as the specialty breakfasts, gala fundraiser, service days, and school visits.  Oversee the Gala Committee to maximize attendance and revenue of CYB’s annual gala. Senior Staff and Volunteer Partnership:  Staff lead for Seven Generations Board to engage volunteers in raising visibility and resources for CYB.  Leverage the Executive Director, other senior City Year staff locally and nationally, and the City Year Boston Board and Development Committee to deepen and solidify individual donor relationships. Community Representation:  Represent City Year at corporate and community functions to establish and deepen potential and current donor relationships. Additional Individual Donor Activities:  Manage and support Individual Giving Managers to execute fundraising events and manage portfolios; lead the Annual Fund/Appeal and implement other new and innovative strategies to raise more revenue. Donor Management/Revenue Generation: Work closely with the Development team and Site Board to build a prospect portfolio and ensure the flow of prospects into the giving pipeline, from identification through stewardship. Collaborate with Major Gifts Officer on strategies to identify, cultivate, and solicit leadership-level support and multi-year commitments from new donors. Support the efforts of volunteer committees to identify and solicit prospects, with a specific focus on the annual dinner and specialty market events. Engage 3-5 donors per week, on average, through emails, calls and visits at their homes, offices, and events in the Boston area. Document and maintain clear and timely records and call reports to track contacts, donor giving, notes, and assist in the maintenance of an accurate database.  Management of the Individual Giving Team Manage and coach a team of high-functioning development professional in support of annual private revenue goal. Manage, retain, and as necessary, hire additional development professionals within the Individual Giving team. Collaborate with the Major Gifts Officer and the Managing Director of Resource Development & Marketing to create strategies to identify and secure new individual supporters, fully leverage existing relationships, and increase multi-year commitments. Support all Individual Giving efforts, including major gifts, annual giving, events, campaigns, young professional Seven Generations Board, and alumni and parent giving.  Program & Volunteer Management Work with the Development staff and volunteers to develop, execute and evaluate strategies to engage individual donors through outreach, education, invitations to special events, and personal contacts. Lead the development team to leverage existing and future City Year events, such as the annual dinner, specialty-market events, and other select gatherings, to raise awareness and to secure financial resources for our work. Collaborate with the Communications & Marketing Director and Development Operations Director to create and implement donor communications and acknowledgements related to cultivation and stewardship of donors and prospects. Recommend new engagement opportunities and implement best practices for future activities and strategies. Organizational Initiatives & Site Support Work closely with fellow Development team members to understand priorities and business goals, and develop strategies to meet the organization’s needs. Serve as a powerful City Year Boston representative at local events and community functions. Serve as a member of the DevComm Leadership Team providing strategic insight into site priorities Partner with City Year Boston’s departments and staff to ensure that site-wide goals are met, including, but not limited to, the AmeriCorps member applicant interview process, stakeholder engagement, event and service day participation, and cross-departmental committees. Attend overnight conferences and training activities throughout the year. Basic Qualifications In order to succeed in this role, an applicant must have the following competencies: Communication: clearly articulates information and ideas orally and in writing; inspires diverse audiences through compelling, tailored messaging; communicates with confidence and credibility; listens carefully and is responsive to feedback Executes to Results:  accomplishes tasks on time with high quality; accepts accountability and takes initiative; designs and plans to work to achieve desired results; prioritizes work and multitasks effectively; delegates responsibilities and holds others accountable Problem Solving and Decision Making: applies knowledge, experience, creativity, and critical thinking in solving challenges; looks beyond the obvious for answers; uses sound judgment to make well-informed, ethical decisions Relationship Development:  uses interpersonal interactions to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes and advance City Year’s mission; demonstrates cultural/diversity competence; builds trust in critical partner relationships, both internal and external to City Year; demonstrates personal presence and confidence when working with partners Team Collaboration & Leadership:  values individual perspectives and encourages sharing of information and ideas; provides inspirational leadership that mobilizes diverse groups towards achieving goals; builds systems and structures to facilitate collaboration across the organization Resource Catalyst:  generates commitments of time, resources, and advocacy from a broad range of City Year stakeholders; leverages personal networks on behalf of City Year Additional Qualifications Minimum of five years individual fundraising experience with proven track record of securing gifts of $10K+ Strong knowledge of all aspects of fundraising, particularly individual giving, and a proven ability to deliver strong, measurable results and meet fundraising goals Proven ability to lead and motivate a diverse team of staff and volunteers to meet fundraising goals Exceptional oral and written communication skills with an ability to engage and inspire a wide range of audiences Willingness to occasionally work irregular hours, such as early mornings, evenings and weekends Ability to adapt and excel in diverse, high energy, entrepreneurial, and rapidly-changing environment Passion for education and youth development Attitude essentials: growth mindset, passion for City Year’s mission, detail-oriented, committed to teamwork, grit and resilience AmeriCorps/City Year alumni who meet the minimum direct fundraising experience are encouraged to apply To Apply Qualified applicants should apply and submit a resume with cover letter and any salary requirements (written in the cover letter).  Applications without each of these 3 items will not be considered .  No phone calls, please. Compensation and Benefits Full time employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with experience. Benefits for full time employees include health insurance with Flexible Spending Account, paid vacation, holidays, parental leave, 401K, and more. City Year is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workforce. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including persons with disabilities and veterans.
City Year Boston, MA, USA Full-time
Nov 19, 2019
Major Gifts Officer Featured
The Major Gifts Officer (MGO) will lead the Red Jacket Society (RJS), City Year’s national, major gifts program and a key pillar of City Year Boston’s private fundraising strategy. The MGO will be responsible for building and managing relationships with high net worth donors and prospects, specifically focused on expanding the pool of major gift donors (defined as $10k+). Reporting directly to the Managing Director, Resource Development & Marketing, the MGO will also work in partnership with the Executive Director, the Individual Giving Director and Team, other staff and volunteers to leverage all of City Year’s assets to cultivate and engage RJS members and prospects. The MGO will maximize membership in, and revenue from RJS and help City Year Boston achieve its fundraising goals. Responsibilities Donor Acquisition Strategy: Create and implement a strategic plan for identifying and cultivating new individual donors with significant giving capacity, with a goal of securing $ 5M in major gift support annually at scale. Take lead on soliciting leadership gifts and multi-year investments and collaborate with corporate team to leverage individual support from corporate partners. Donor Recognition and Ongoing Engagement: Ensure proper and timely recognition of donors and ongoing stewardship. With support of Development Operations team, maintain accurate records and donor information in database. Events:  Leverage City Year Boston events to increase the number, of and revenue from, major gifts such as specialty breakfasts, gala, service days, and school visits. Oversee at least three RJS donor cultivation events a year aimed at engaging potential RJS members. Senior Staff and Volunteer Partnership:  Work directly with the Executive Director, other senior City Year staff locally and nationally, and the City Year Boston Board and Development Committee to deepen and solidify RJS relationships. Community Representation:  Represent City Year at corporate and community functions to establish and deepen potential and current donor relationships. Additional Individual Donor Activities:  Manage a portfolio of leadership donors for whom they will be directly responsible to cultivate, solicit, and steward, as RJS gifts. Promote membership in City Year Boston’s Red Jacket Society, inviting donors to personally invest $10,000+ per year, focusing on securing multi-year commitments of 3+ years. Partner with the Managing Director of Resource Development & Marketing to lead City Year Boston’s Red Jacket Society. This includes managing the overall local program, partnering with the national team, recruiting chairs/volunteers, facilitating internal meetings, and securing commitments of new and current supporters. Recruit, train, motivate, and manage a group of dedicated Red Jacket Society volunteers to help City Year strengthen donor relationships and raise the financial resources necessary to fund current and future programs Retain and increase alumni and parent RJS membership; and implement other new and innovative strategies to it increase RJS membership from these communities. Develop strategies to identify, cultivate, and solicit leadership-level support and multi-year commitments from new donors. Engage 5-7 donors per week, on average, through emails, calls and visits at their homes, offices, and events in the Boston area. Document and maintain clear and timely records and call reports to track contacts, donor giving, notes, and assist in the maintenance of an accurate database. Basic Qualifications In order to succeed in this role, an applicant must have the following competencies: Communication: clearly articulates information and ideas orally and in writing; inspires diverse audiences through compelling, tailored messaging; communicates with confidence and credibility; listens carefully and is responsive to feedback Executes to Results:  accomplishes tasks on time with high quality; accepts accountability and takes initiative; develops plans to achieve desired results; prioritizes work and multitasks effectively; delegates responsibilities and holds others accountable Problem Solving and Decision Making: applies knowledge, experience, creativity, and critical thinking in solving challenges; looks beyond the obvious for answers; uses sound judgment to make well-informed, ethical decisions Relationship Development:  uses interpersonal interactions to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes and advance City Year’s mission; demonstrates cultural/diversity competence; builds trust in critical partner relationships, both internal and external to City Year; demonstrates personal presence and confidence when working with partners Team Collaboration & Leadership:  values individual perspectives and encourages sharing of information and ideas; provides inspirational leadership that mobilizes diverse groups towards achieving goals; builds systems and structures to facilitate collaboration across the organization Resource Catalyst:  generates commitments of time, resources, and advocacy from a broad range of City Year stakeholders; leverages personal networks on behalf of City Year Additional Qualities Needed: 5+ years of fundraising experience, preferably for a non-profit or educational organization, with proven ability to close $100,000+ gifts Proven track record building relationships with high net worth donors. Strong networking and relationship management skills. Strong initiative and ability to work independently to achieve goals. Experience planning and executing successful individual donor cultivation and retention events. Strong research skills—ability to identify and research individual donor prospects. Knowledge of high net worth community via local business, civic, and cultural networks desirable. Efficient time management skills: ability to meet deadlines and prioritize multiple projects. Demonstrate excellent written, oral, and organizational skills; highly detail oriented. Demonstrate a willingness to work in a collaborative and strong team-based organization. Sets high expectations and holds self accountable for performance goals. Willingness to occasionally work irregular hours, such as early mornings, evenings and weekends Passion for education and youth development. Thrives in diverse, high energy, entrepreneurial environment. Apply Qualified applicants should apply and submit a resume with cover letter and any salary requirements (written in the cover letter).  Applications without each of these 3 items will not be considered .  No phone calls, please. Compensation and Benefits Full time employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with experience. Benefits for full time employees include health insurance with Flexible Spending Account, paid vacation, holidays, parental leave, 401K, and more. City Year is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workforce. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including persons with disabilities and veterans.
City Year Boston, MA, USA Full-time
Nov 19, 2019
Regional Recruitment Manager Featured
At City Year, our mission is to ensure every child succeeds through closing gaps in high-need schools. We are looking for passionate young people to dedicate a year of service as City Year AmeriCorps members and impact students as tutors, mentors, and role models. We are seeking a Regional Recruitment Manager to inspire these young people to join our mission and serve as a City Year AmeriCorps member. You will contribute to our work by establishing, developing, and sustaining community partnerships that create a pipeline of talented and diverse applicants ages 18-25 for the City Year AmeriCorps member program. You will be responsible for establishing new and leveraging existing partnerships with a variety of local organizations that are focused on serving youth across all the neighborhoods of Tulsa, OK to increase awareness of the opportunity to serve with City Year. You will be immersed in the community, and this position may require significant travel in and around Tulsa, OK to establish effective relationships that will compel young people to apply and serve with City Year. Reporting into the Regional Recruitment Director for the Central Region, you will work collaboratively with both the National Recruitment and Admissions department and City Year Tulsa team adding recruitment capacity to generate leads and applications for the City Year network.   Job Description Customer-focused Lead Management and Application Generation Develop relationships and communication strategies to cultivate leads through the City Year application process. Utilize lead management process to identify and cultivate leads through targeted, customer-focused multi-channel (phone, online, in-person) communication that ensures that leads are well informed about City Year and the AmeriCorps member experience.  Engage and support leads interested in serving at City Year in application submission. Marketing Activities Build relationships and execute local marketing efforts within partnership accounts to measurably raise awareness, familiarity, and understanding of City Year to prospective applicants throughout the greater Tulsa area. Maintain an active presence on social media to support organizational and team campaigns and support institutional relationships. Manage, Grow and Develop Partnerships Develop a plan with and for City Year staff to build strong relationships with key stakeholders such as university/community college career counselors, youth program directors and administrators, high school guidance counselors, and community leaders that will produce a consistent and strong applicant pool. Develop and coordinate presentations at area career fairs, targeted student group meetings and classes, and tabling events.  Create innovative approaches to reach and communicate with groups of eligible prospects and student populations. Develop and manage partnerships and key strategic relationships with the goal of expanding the reach of the national recruitment team with your local market. Performance Analysis and Strategy In conjunction with team leadership, develop engagement strategies through use of historical data. Regularly compare activities to applicant and confirmation yield and assess ROI for activities.  Utilize established AmeriCorps member profile to identify trends in successful applicants from portfolio accounts. Use real-time data to report on progress and course correct recruitment activities and strategy as necessary. Develop Strong Internal Relationships Build and manage a strong relationship between City Year Tulsa and the Regional Recruitment and Admissions Team supporting best practice sharing, collaborative problem solving, and collective achievement of filling the City Year corps with highly qualified and diverse AmeriCorps Members.   Qualifications 2-4 years of experience; 1-2 years of experience in relationship development with institutions such as colleges, high schools, clubs, and community-based organizations to meet organizational objectives. Strong cultural competency and passion for diversity, inclusivity, equity, and belonging work Personable and thoughtful approach to engaging diverse groups, particularly young adults.   Strong oral and written communication skills for internal and external audiences. Ability to deliver strong and inspirational messages to large groups. Calendar management, event planning, and logistics experience. Experience working in a team environment. Problem-solving and analytical skills Exhibit a passion for City Year’s mission and values . Demonstrated ability to work with individuals with diverse backgrounds, interests, and skills. Ability to travel frequently; includes having a driver’s license (personal vehicle a plus, approved work-related mileage will be reimbursed). Sales, customer service experience a plus Volunteer, corporate, or academic recruitment experience a plus   Compensation and Benefits Full time employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with experience. Benefits for full time employees include health insurance with Flexible Spending Account, paid vacation, holidays, parental leave, 401K, and more. City Year is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workforce. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including persons with disabilities and veterans.
City Year Tulsa, OK, USA Full-time
Nov 19, 2019
TCDD Grant Management Director Featured
$5,259 - $7,083 monthly
TCDD MISSION:  The mission of the Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities (TCDD) is to create change so that all people with disabilities are fully included in their communities and exercise control over their own lives. POSITION OVERVIEW:  Per a Governor’s Executive order, the Texas Education Agency is the designated state agency for TCDD, and as such provides administrative support to hire and select the best talent to support TCDD’s mission. TCDD operates as a separate government entity of TEA and manages its federal award separately. TCDD offices are located on E. Oltorf in Austin, Texas. TCDD is governed by a 27-member governor appointed Council. The Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities (TCDD) is seeking a senior-level Grant Management Director to join our team and play a critical role in overseeing and supervising the grants team and monitoring assigned grant projects approved by our Council. The Grants Management Director is responsible for the accountability of federal grant funds and monitoring them for compliance in accordance with state and federal laws, rules and regulations, and TCDD policies and procedures. Fiscal monitoring of grants may include monitoring budgets and workplans, processing quarterly reports, annual continuations, program revisions, grantee reimbursements and writing final project reports. The Grants Management Director is also responsible for developing and providing division strategic direction, quality assurance, and technical assistance. The Grants Management Director supervises a staff of three Grant Coordinators and provides oversight to their activities and assignments, conducts performance evaluations, training and continuing education. The Grants Management Director may provide input into the development of new initiative proposals, executive summaries and the review of grant applications. The Grants Management Director provides excellent customer service and support and is the liaison between grantees, Council members and TCDD division leads. The Grants Management Director will report outcomes at quarterly Council meetings to inform and support Council funding decisions and may provide input to the Annual Performance Progress Report (APPR). The Grant Management Director is expected to work independently and use initiative to perform essential functions. This position may require minimal travel within the state of Texas to perform on-site monitoring, attend grantee events and council meetings. This position reports to the TCDD Executive Director. TCDD is responsible for awarding and administering over $3 million in federal funds to organizations that assist people with developmental disabilities to achieve their potential for independence, productivity and integration into their communities by awarding grant funds to subrecipients who develop a comprehensive system of service and supports in Texas. The Grants Management Director may be responsible for monitoring between 5-10 grants during the grant’s life cycle, which can range from 1 year to 5 years. Please note that a resume and tailored cover letter is a required attachment for applying to this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Additionally, please be sure to respond to the short answer prompts found in the supplemental questions. These responses should be added in a separate Word or PDF document in the attachments section of the application. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Oversees and develops the strategic direction of grants monitoring including the establishment and update of policies and procedures and grants manual for staff and grantees that are consistent with federal and state guidelines. Provides reports and analysis of department functions to executive leadership and Council members. Develops and monitors division budget requests and expenditures. Serves as the liaison between grant, Council members, and TCDD communications, policy and operations divisions. Oversees the programmatic and fiscal monitoring of grant funds assigned to TCDD programs, and for budgets and workplans of assigned grantees. Responsible for processing and approval of quarterly reports, annual continuation applications, program revisions, grantee reimbursements, and final project reports. Provides quality assurance to the monitoring process through review and approval of activities performed by staff. Design retention and documentation policies and assist in the identification and development of electronic monitoring systems. May assist with data collection and reporting outcome activities from workplans for the Annual Program Performance Report. Oversees technical assistance services provided to grantees and staff. Identifies areas of need for training and makes recommendations to improve federal grant operations. Stays abreast of changes made to the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and Uniform Grants Management System (UGMS). Adjust policies and procedures related to technical assistance and ensure grantees and staff are complying. Oversee the grants data collection and monitoring tools and make recommendations for updating and or changing reporting system and forms as needed. Develops and provides customer service support to colleague organizations, grantees, or other external organizations related to federal grants. Reviews stipend, new grant and annual continuation applications and provides analysis to Council members to inform funding decisions. Evaluate and provide summary of workplan and budget justifications that outline whether proposed expenses are allowable, allocable, and reasonable. May recommend edits and conduct negotiations if needed. Hires, counsels, trains and evaluates the work activities of three Grant Coordinators to assure timely completion of assignments and quality of work is performed to meet Council standards and division goals and objectives. Assures staff follow policy and procedures pertaining to federal, state, and TCDD grants monitoring requirements. Provide professional development and ongoing training as needed.   Qualifications   MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education:  Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university. A degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting or Finance is preferred.  Experience:  At least six (6) years of experience in monitoring federal grants and contracts with an understanding of federal compliance in accordance with federal laws, rules and regulations. At least three of those years should be in a leadership or supervisory capacity or experience with general management and operations. At least 3 years of experience is required in using budget and accounting principles and/or fiscal management applications to document accountability and monitoring of grant funds and expenditures. Substitutions:  Each additional year of related experience above the required minimum may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis. OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Be familiar with federal and state policies and procedures, principles, regulations, and guidelines for federal grants management. Use of the Uniform Grant Management Standards (UGMS) and the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR). Highly skilled in budgeting, accounting principles and fiscal management of grant funds. Have negotiating and communicating skills and be able to present technical information orally and in writing to various audiences. Highly skilled in reviewing financial reports and the ability to analyze reports and report on information to internal and external audiences. Outstanding personnel management skills and the ability to direct the work activities of others. Excellent and positive customer service support to diverse organizations Ability to develop, complete, and oversee strategic goals, objectives, activities and evaluation measures. Experience with developing policies, procedures and training programs. Ability to provide technical assistance and guidance to others in the development and implementation of program activities. Maintain effective working relationships with diverse groups both as a team and as a leader. Skill in handling conflict while maintaining an effective working relationship with staff, Council members and grantees. Superior computer skills and the ability to operate Microsoft software programs. Be willing to learn financial management or database software programs. Excellent writing skills with the ability to produce written reports from collected data. Be able to work independently and the ability to manage time effectively. Skill in planning, coordinating, and multi-tasking, with the ability to complete complex projects on schedule. Meticulous attention to detail when reviewing budgets, workplans and numbers. How to Apply for a TCDD Position  TCDD receives human resources services from the Texas Education Agency (TEA). All applicants are required to enter their employment applications using TEA’s Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS). Learn  how to apply for a position  with TEA using CAPPS. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, or veteran status, unless an applicant is entitled to the veteran’s preference. Additional Military Crosswalk (occupational specialty code) information can be accessed  here . This position requires the applicant to meet Agency standards and criteria which may include passing a pre-employment criminal background check, prior to being offered employment by the Agency. No phone calls or emails, please. Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls and cannot reply to all email inquiries. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.  
Texas Education Agency Austin, TX, USA Full-time
Nov 19, 2019
Director of Communications Featured
$120,000 - $140,000 yearly
The Education Trust–West seeks a Director of Communications to advance the organization’s ambitious agenda to expose and eradicate injustices and inequities in California schools, colleges, and systems of education. Managing the Communications Department and reporting directly to the Executive Director, the Director of Communications will work alongside Ed Trust–West’s P-12 and higher education research, policy, and practice teams to develop and execute communications strategies that advance the organization’s advocacy goals. ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION The Education Trust–West works for educational justice and the high academic achievement of all students at all levels, pre-K through college. We expose educational injustices and inequities that separate students of color, English learners, and low-income students from their peers, and we identify and advocate for the strategies that will forever close equity gaps. We work alongside P-12 schools, districts and institutions of higher education to understand and evaluate the effectiveness of strategies intended to reduce and eliminate racial equity gaps. We use lessons learned in these efforts, together with unflinching data analysis, to drive a state and national conversation about how schools, from pre-kindergarten to universities, can better serve students of color, English learners, and low-income students. To learn more, please visit www.edtrustwest.org . MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES The Director of Communications’ responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Organizational Leadership and Management Collaborate across teams and with leaders to oversee and develop the editing and design process of ETW external materials in print, digital, and live mediums – including reports and associated collateral, opinion pieces, blogs, press releases, official statements, and external presentations Supervise Communications team members (1-3 people) as well as external contractors Provide media and communications training and support to key ETW staff and partners Strategic Communications Develop and implement short- and long-term multi-platform communications plans aligned with the ETW’s brand as part of advocacy campaigns Oversee the organization’s social and digital media strategy, and leverage multi-media platforms to maximize the impact of our advocacy efforts Develop and implement metrics to track the level of engagement of ETW’s network and to test the effectiveness of communications activities Ensure ETW brand identity and ETW voice through writing and editing a variety of materials Review written pieces from other teams and edit for clarity and brand alignment Contribute to grant reports and foundation proposals Relationships with Media Build and nurture relationships with journalists, opinion leaders, and a broad range of education stakeholders to help advance the mission and efforts of the organization Oversee the development and placement of news stories, op-eds, press statements, in key print and online media outlets to increase ETW’s visibility as a leader in the educational justice movement QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE At least 8 of experience in communications in an education policy, political, or advocacy setting Undergraduate degree required, Master’s degree in related field preferred Experience managing staff to their full potential Robust racial justice lens Demonstrated ability to plan effectively but maintain flexibility to handle the unexpected and to juggle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment Outstanding writing/editing and verbal communications skills Diplomatic communication and strong presentation ability Exceptional organizational skills with an eye for detail Strong computer skills; proficient or advanced skills in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), high level of comfort with social media and related software Fluency in writing and speaking in Spanish is a plus COMPENSATION Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.  The Education Trust-West offers a comprehensive benefits package. APPLICATION PROCESS Please provide an engaging cover letter, resume, and two previously written writing samples, similar to an ETW product to be considered for this position. In the file name, please write the name of the position you are applying for and your last name: e.g. “DirectorOfCommunications_Salazar” https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=9e2312b5-b5bd-498a-975d-1e1c12aead82&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=296809&source=CC3&lang=en_US   The Education Trust–West is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.
The Education Trust-West Oakland, CA, USA Full-time
Nov 19, 2019
Part Time: Bilingual Family Recruiter (Spanish, Arabic, Somali) Featured
At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential. And it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community. We are a collective of parents, teachers, leaders, and students working together to transform the future for underserved communities across our country. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential. Rocketship Public Schools is hiring for a part-time bilingual Family Recruiter position. The primary purpose of the Family Recruiter role is to support new and growing Rocketship schools to fill open spots and build robust waitlists of prospective students. This position will require you to work closely with the school's Office Manager, Community Development Manager, and Principal to execute on recruitment plans and meet goals set by the team. Ability to engage families in dialogue about Rocketship and a passion for our mission to eliminate the achievement gap is a must. Family recruiters are our faces and voice to new families and will be expected to execute their responsibilities with professionalism and a high degree of customer service. Responsibilities Canvassing within recruitment areas specified by the recruitment plan you are helping to execute Canvassing includes but is not limited to knocking on doors, making contact with local community groups and businesses, and handing out pamphlets to prospective families at events/high traffic locations Support in data entry Support with phone calls to new and prospective families Event planning and marketing of informational meetings for prospective families Tracking recruitment work in target area to ensure all potential families are contacted Supporting new and existing schools in enrollment Providing feedback to inform continued refinement of recruitment plans Requirements A passion for Rocketship's mission to eliminate the achievement gap and a belief that all students can achieve academic success Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills Strong PC-based computer skills, and ability to learn new computer programs quickly Ability to work in a team as well as follow through independently to complete tasks as required Ability to maintain strict confidentiality where required and discretion when involved in sensitive conversations High tolerance for ambiguity, changing work priorities and deadlines, and a willingness to take on responsibilities and to prioritize work on multiple projects Spanish bilingual required Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and communicate with both adults and children. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally climb ladders. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high. Compensation: Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent health and welfare benefits, 403b retirement plan, flexible spending account (FSA), and generous paid time off. Rocketship Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Rocketship Public Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Rocketship Public Schools expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Rocketship Public Schools' employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. Click here for our Sexual Harassment Policy and here for our Title IX Policy . For questions, concerns, or complaints, please contact Equity/Discrimination Title IX Compliance Officer, Email: compliance@rsed.org. Address: 350 Twin Dolphin Drive, Suite 109, Redwood City, CA 94065. Phone: 877-806-0920 ext. 115.
Rocketship Public Schools Nashville, TN, USA Part-time
Nov 19, 2019
Family Recruiter Featured
At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential. And it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community. We are a collective of parents, teachers, leaders, and students working together to transform the future for underserved communities across our country. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential. Rocketship Public Schools is hiring for the part-time Family Recruiter position. The primary purpose of the Family Recruiter role is to support new and growing Rocketship schools to fill open spots and build robust waitlists of prospective students. This position will require you to work closely with the school's Office Manager, Community Development Manager, and Principal to execute on recruitment plans and meet goals set by the team. Ability to engage families in dialogue about Rocketship and a passion for our mission to eliminate the achievement gap is a must. Family recruiters are our faces and voice to new families and will be expected to execute their responsibilities with professionalism and a high degree of customer service. Responsibilities Canvassing within recruitment areas specified by the recruitment plan you are helping to execute Canvassing includes but is not limited to knocking on doors, making contact with local community groups and businesses, and handing out pamphlets to prospective families at events/high traffic locations Support in data entry Support with phone calls to new and prospective families in English, Spanish and/or Vietnamese Event planning and marketing of informational meetings for prospective families Tracking recruitment work in target area to ensure all potential families are contacted Supporting new and existing schools in enrollment Providing feedback to inform continued refinement of recruitment plans Requirements A passion for Rocketship's mission to eliminate the achievement gap and a belief that all students can achieve academic success Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills Fluency in Spanish OR Vietnamese required Strong PC-based computer skills, and ability to learn new computer programs quickly Ability to work in a team as well as follow through independently to complete tasks as required Ability to maintain strict confidentiality where required and discretion when involved in sensitive conversations High tolerance for ambiguity, changing work priorities and deadlines, and a willingness to take on responsibilities and to prioritize work on multiple projects Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and communicate with both adults and children. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally climb ladders. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high. Compensation: Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent health and welfare benefits, 403b retirement plan, flexible spending account (FSA), and generous paid time off. Rocketship Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Rocketship Public Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Rocketship Public Schools expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Rocketship Public Schools' employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. Click here for our Sexual Harassment Policy and here for our Title IX Policy . For questions, concerns, or complaints, please contact Equity/Discrimination Title IX Compliance Officer, Email: compliance@rsed.org. Address: 350 Twin Dolphin Drive, Suite 109, Redwood City, CA 94065. Phone: 877-806-0920 ext. 115.
Rocketship Public Schools San Jose, CA, USA Part-time
Nov 19, 2019
Bilingual Family Recruiter Featured
At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential. And it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community. We are a collective of parents, teachers, leaders, and students working together to transform the future for underserved communities across our country. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential. Rocketship Public Schools is hiring for a part-time bilingual Family Recruiter position. The primary purpose of the Family Recruiter role is to support new and growing Rocketship schools to fill open spots and build robust waitlists of prospective students. This position will require you to work closely with the school's Office Manager, Community Development Manager, and Principal to execute on recruitment plans and meet goals set by the team. Ability to engage families in dialogue about Rocketship and a passion for our mission to eliminate the achievement gap is a must. Family recruiters are our faces and voice to new families and will be expected to execute their responsibilities with professionalism and a high degree of customer service. Responsibilities Canvassing within recruitment areas specified by the recruitment plan you are helping to execute Canvassing includes but is not limited to knocking on doors, making contact with local community groups and businesses, and handing out pamphlets to prospective families at events/high traffic locations Support in data entry Support with phone calls to new and prospective families Event planning and marketing of informational meetings for prospective families Tracking recruitment work in target area to ensure all potential families are contacted Supporting new and existing schools in enrollment Providing feedback to inform continued refinement of recruitment plans Requirements A passion for Rocketship's mission to eliminate the achievement gap and a belief that all students can achieve academic success Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills Strong PC-based computer skills, and ability to learn new computer programs quickly Ability to work in a team as well as follow through independently to complete tasks as required Ability to maintain strict confidentiality where required and discretion when involved in sensitive conversations High tolerance for ambiguity, changing work priorities and deadlines, and a willingness to take on responsibilities and to prioritize work on multiple projects Spanish bilingual required Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and communicate with both adults and children. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally climb ladders. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high. Compensation: Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent health and welfare benefits, 403b retirement plan, flexible spending account (FSA), and generous paid time off. Rocketship Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Rocketship Public Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Rocketship Public Schools expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Rocketship Public Schools' employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. Click here for our Sexual Harassment Policy and here for our Title IX Policy . For questions, concerns, or complaints, please contact Equity/Discrimination Title IX Compliance Officer, Email: compliance@rsed.org. Address: 350 Twin Dolphin Drive, Suite 109, Redwood City, CA 94065. Phone: 877-806-0920 ext. 115.
Rocketship Public Schools Washington, USA Part-time
Nov 19, 2019
Part Time Family Recruiter Featured
At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential. And it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community. We are a collective of parents, teachers, leaders, and students working together to transform the future for underserved communities across our country. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential. Rocketship Public Schools is hiring for the part-time Family Recruiter positions. The primary purpose of the Family Recruiter role is to support new and growing Rocketship schools to fill open spots and build robust waitlists of prospective students. This position will require you to work closely with the school's Office Manager, Community Development Manager, and Principal to execute on recruitment plans and meet goals set by the team. Ability to engage families in dialogue about Rocketship and a passion for our mission to eliminate the achievement gap is a must. Family recruiters are our faces and voice to new families and will be expected to execute their responsibilities with professionalism and a high degree of customer service. Responsibilities Canvassing within recruitment areas specified by the recruitment plan you are helping to execute Canvassing includes but is not limited to knocking on doors, making contact with local community groups and businesses, and handing out pamphlets to prospective families at events/high traffic locations Support in data entry Support with phone calls to new and prospective families Event planning and marketing of informational meetings for prospective families Tracking recruitment work in target area to ensure all potential families are contacted Supporting new and existing schools in enrollment Providing feedback to inform continued refinement of recruitment plans Requirements A passion for Rocketship's mission to eliminate the achievement gap and a belief that all students can achieve academic success Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills Strong PC-based computer skills, and ability to learn new computer programs quickly Ability to work in a team as well as follow through independently to complete tasks as required Ability to maintain strict confidentiality where required and discretion when involved in sensitive conversations High tolerance for ambiguity, changing work priorities and deadlines, and a willingness to take on responsibilities and to prioritize work on multiple projects Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and communicate with both adults and children. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally climb ladders. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high. Compensation: Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent health and welfare benefits, 403b retirement plan, flexible spending account (FSA), and generous paid time off. Rocketship Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Rocketship Public Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Rocketship Public Schools expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Rocketship Public Schools' employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. Click here for our Sexual Harassment Policy and here for our Title IX Policy . For questions, concerns, or complaints, please contact Equity/Discrimination Title IX Compliance Officer, Email: compliance@rsed.org. Address: 350 Twin Dolphin Drive, Suite 109, Redwood City, CA 94065. Phone: 877-806-0920 ext. 115.
Rocketship Public Schools Nashville, TN, USA Part-time
Nov 19, 2019
Family Recruiter Featured
At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential. And it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community. We are a collective of parents, teachers, leaders, and students working together to transform the future for underserved communities across our country. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential. Rocketship Public Schools is hiring for the part-time Family Recruiter position. The primary purpose of the Family Recruiter role is to support new and growing Rocketship schools to fill open spots and build robust waitlists of prospective students. This position will require you to work closely with the school's Office Manager, Community Development Manager, and Principal to execute on recruitment plans and meet goals set by the team. Ability to engage families in dialogue about Rocketship and a passion for our mission to eliminate the achievement gap is a must. Family recruiters are our faces and voice to new families and will be expected to execute their responsibilities with professionalism and a high degree of customer service. Responsibilities Canvassing within recruitment areas specified by the recruitment plan you are helping to execute Canvassing includes but is not limited to knocking on doors, making contact with local community groups and businesses, and handing out pamphlets to prospective families at events/high traffic locations Support in data entry Support with phone calls to new and prospective families Event planning and marketing of informational meetings for prospective families Tracking recruitment work in target area to ensure all potential families are contacted Supporting new and existing schools in enrollment Providing feedback to inform continued refinement of recruitment plans Requirements A passion for Rocketship's mission to eliminate the achievement gap and a belief that all students can achieve academic success Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills Strong PC-based computer skills, and ability to learn new computer programs quickly Ability to work in a team as well as follow through independently to complete tasks as required Ability to maintain strict confidentiality where required and discretion when involved in sensitive conversations High tolerance for ambiguity, changing work priorities and deadlines, and a willingness to take on responsibilities and to prioritize work on multiple projects Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and communicate with both adults and children. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally climb ladders. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high. Compensation: Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent health and welfare benefits, 403b retirement plan, flexible spending account (FSA), and generous paid time off. Rocketship Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Rocketship Public Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Rocketship Public Schools expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Rocketship Public Schools' employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. Click here for our Sexual Harassment Policy and here for our Title IX Policy . For questions, concerns, or complaints, please contact Equity/Discrimination Title IX Compliance Officer, Email: compliance@rsed.org. Address: 350 Twin Dolphin Drive, Suite 109, Redwood City, CA 94065. Phone: 877-806-0920 ext. 115.
Rocketship Public Schools Milwaukee, WI, USA Part-time