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Director of Development
Director of Development

The Attic is seeking to hire a full-time Director of Development to oversee its fundraising program and position the organization for further growth. In partnership with the Executive Director and the Board of Directors, the Director of Development will oversee strategies to raise funds from individuals, foundations, corporations, and the government sector. The Attic currently operates with a 1.8-million-dollar budget. The Director of Development will report directly to the Executive Director. The position provides a great opportunity to oversee all aspects of fundraising for a growing nonprofit. Responsibilities The Director of Development will oversee the development department of The Attic, which includes: Planning and Strategy- Drive the work of the development team including long-term, annual, and day-to-day planning, prioritizing, and management of The Attic’s development work. Create an annual fundraising plan in collaboration with Attic staff and board leadership. Donor Relations- Manage The Attic’s giving program, developing the strategies, cultivation activities, materials/messages, and stewardship programs required to attract and retain gifts from individuals. Work with The Attic’s Executive Director, Board, and Donor Relations Associate to find, cultivate, and solicit new major donors. Prepare the E.D. and board for donor meetings. Build relationships with donors. Grant Writing and Grants Management- Maintain and expand our grants program, draft and edit grant proposals and/or work in collaboration with a grant writing consultant to develop proposals, prepare timely grant reports, steward relationships with existing foundation donors, cultivate new foundations, and develop strategies for aligning The Attic’s programmatic goals and projects with the interests of corporate foundations. Manage grant tracking and record keeping. Event Planning- Work in collaboration with the Executive Director and Board to organize small events that would enhance The Attic’s donor cultivation strategies. Plan larger fundraising events on a less frequent basis. Marketing and Communications- supervise and develop content for online and offline fundraising campaigns and newsletters (direct mail, social media, and email). Create content for Attic website, social media accounts, and print marketing materials. Information Management- Ensure ongoing communication with donors, timely gift acknowledgement, accurate record keeping in Salesforce, and tracking and reporting. Staff Management- Supervise a full-time Development Associate and a part-time Donor Relations Associate. Board of Directors- Partner effectively with The Attic’s Board to raise funds for the organization. Participate in the Board fundraising committee and other Board committees as needed. Community Relations- Serve as external facing ambassador for The Attic with existing supporters and the community of potential future supporters. Assist with coordinating volunteers who inquire about service at The Attic. Other- Other development functions as needed. Qualifications -Bachelors degree or higher and Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience in a nonprofit fundraising environment, including at least 3 years of previous grant writing experience. Familiarity with regional and local funders a plus. -Proven track record of cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major individual and institutional donors in traditional and creative ways. -Strong staff and program management skills. -Excellent writer and communicator- ability to make The Attic’s work come alive through written materials, stories, and talking points. Please include a writing sample of a grant or appeal letter. -Excellent interpersonal and team-building skills; relationship-builder -Strategic thinker -Ability to plan effectively, meet all deadlines, and coordinate the involvement of others. -Ability to maintain high standards of ethics, integrity, and professionalism, including dealing with sensitive donor information -Knowledge of and demonstrated proficiency with donor management databases (The --Attic currently uses Salesforce) -Ability and willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed -Passionate about The Attic’s mission to create opportunities for LGBTQ youth -Dedicated commitment to youth development and social justice -A strong and demonstrated commitment to racial equity
Location: PhiladelphiaPennsylvania, United States

The Attic Youth Center – Posted by The Attic Youth Center
Location
PhiladelphiaPennsylvania, United States
Date Posted
16 Oct 2019
Type
Full-Time
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Associate- Consulting
Associate- Consulting

We are recruiting Associates to join our consulting team in our Boston office. The position offers an opportunity to focus on the most strategic, high impact issues that school systems face and to work directly with respected leaders in K-12 public education. The role also presents a rich developmental opportunity, including coaching from seasoned leaders with experience in running school systems, founding companies, and working at top-tier private sector consulting firms. The Associate role has a wide, evolving range of responsibilities, with opportunities for rapid advancement based on demonstrated success. Typical responsibilities include: Helping to develop and manage multi-year strategies for our client school districts by collecting data, conducting analysis, developing key recommendations, and presenting the findings to clients. Supporting successful implementation of strategy while working across multiple client school districts through effective project management and regular communication. Ensuring that clients fully understand solutions presented, demonstrating patience, empathy, and an appreciation for organizational dynamics and the barriers to change. Conducting primary and secondary research to expand our library of district case studies, best practices and rigorous analytical frameworks designed specifically for school districts. Providing feedback and ideas to our software solutions team as they develop technology products to embed reform in our client districts. Working collaboratively with internal staff to ensure the continued growth and effectiveness of DMGroup's programs, including our membership network and events, research and publications, software, and consulting. Because we are a small, fast-growing, firm, the individual hired for this position will be a very important member of the company and will be expected to participate in all aspects of our growth and development. About DMGroup DMGroup’s mission is to improve public education in the United States. We do meaningful work on a critical problem in our society. DMGroup is dedicated to improving public education in the United States by combining management techniques and education best practices. DMGroup provides district leaders with the expertise, tools, and support to help schools and students thrive. We focus on approaches that are proven, scalable, and replicable. Our work is challenging, strategic and important. Since 2004, we have served as a trusted partner to districts and established a superior reputation for driving change and enabling improved results. Today, member and client school districts of DMGroup serve more than 4.5 million students across 34 states. DMGroup gives you opportunities to make a real difference. Qualifications & Experience Key Attributes: Above all else, we look for two key qualities in our team members. The first is superior analytical strength. We seek individuals who possess the curiosity and force of intellect to take complex problems, conduct rigorous analyses, and present solutions in simple and concise terms. The second quality is a passion for service. We seek to hire individuals who derive genuine pleasure from providing a level of service far beyond what is required, and who care deeply about improving our nations’ schools Skills & Experience: Candidates for the Associate position are preferred to have 1 - 3 years of relevant work experience (consulting, finance or work in a school ideally) and a record of outstanding academic achievement and extracurricular leadership. Candidates should possess excellent problem-solving and brainstorming skills, comfort with quantitative and statistical analysis, superior interpersonal skills and experience with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. Candidates should be able to work both independently as well as collaboratively in a team and be able to present oneself and one's ideas with clarity, confidence and composure. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from all individuals regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or physical ability. Please submit your resume and cover letter explaining your interest in DMGroup with your salary requirements. Learn more about us at www.dmgroupK12.com Please Note: We are unable to sponsor candidates for this position. All applicants must be authorized to work in the US.
Location: BostonMassachusetts, United States

kwieland@dmgroupk12.com – Posted by kwieland@dmgroupk12.com
Location
BostonMassachusetts, United States
Date Posted
16 Oct 2019
Type
Full-Time
Job
Client Solutions Associate
Client Solutions Associate

OVERVIEW The District Management Group (www.dmgroupk12.com) (“DMGroup”) partners with public school district leaders to help them improve student outcomes, operational efficiency, and resource allocation. School districts face a myriad of challenges – stagnant achievement results, budget crises, federal and state mandates, increasing accountability measures – and they need practical solutions that can be implemented quickly to get results. The District Management Group was founded in 2004 with the goal of providing public school system leaders with superior strategic insights and practical solutions to the most common and pressing management challenges by combining educational and management best practices. DMGroup has become the trusted advisor to school district leaders across the country, helping them tackle their most important issues and achieve measurable results. DMGroup believes that leadership and management matter in our public school system. By helping strengthen and increase the managerial capacity of the people leading school districts, DMGroup contributes to the systematic performance improvement of the American public education system. DMGroup offers a broad range of services and products to school district members, including: 1) Membership services such as publications, conferences, and professional development sessions, 2) Project-based consulting services, and 3) Annual subscription- based technology solutions. Through this combination of services, DMGroup works hand-in-hand with districts to produce tangible, sustainable outcomes. DMGroup is based in Boston with more than 40 employees and is experiencing rapid growth. Today, DMGroup member school districts serve more than 4.5 million students across 34 states. The District Management Group prides itself on its high rate of client satisfaction and success and having a talented team that is passionate about its mission. To learn more about DMGroup, please visit www.dmgroupk12.com. THE OPPORTUNITY We are recruiting Associates to join our consulting team in our Boston office. The position offers an opportunity to focus on the most strategic, high impact issues that school systems face and to work directly with respected leaders in K-12 public education. The implementation team focuses on working closely with the software development team and school districts to create products that not only identify but also solve complex issues across elementary, middle and high schools. Additionally, the implementation team is focused on developing projects and processes that can scale quickly and be applied to a wide range of district profiles. The Associate role has a wide, evolving range of responsibilities, with opportunities for rapid advancement based on demonstrated success. The ideal candidate is interested in education technology with strong organizational and analytical skills. Typical responsibilities range from product development and implementation to usability testing and general QA associated with new product releases or enhancements. More specifically an Associate should have experience with/ interest in the following: Product implementation through requirements gathering, data collection, analysis, software configuration and training to meet the needs of our clients. This includes: the execution and management of exploratory, functional and regression tests, test cases and test suites; clearly documenting and communicating defects using tracking tools and procedures; providing high level of functionality, usability and testability knowledge during requirements phases and throughout the SDLC; a strong knowledge of development process and SQA methodologies including agile processes; and supporting ongoing continuous improvement efforts for QA practices and adherence to those practices. Ensuring that clients fully understand solutions presented while demonstrating patience, empathy, and an appreciation for organizational dynamics and the barriers to change. Supporting successful implementation of multiple, concurrent school district projects by exercising strong project management and communication skills. Client success and troubleshooting support through close collaboration with district and school leadership. Serving as an advocate for our software solutions and broader firm initiatives within school districts. Identifying emerging trends across projects and sharing insights to improve the software and improve implementation efficiency.* QUALIFICATIONS Key Attributes: Above all else, we look for two key qualities in our team members. The first is superior analytical strength. We seek individuals who possess the curiosity and force of intellect to take complex problems, conduct rigorous analyses, and present solutions in simple and concise terms. The second quality is a passion for service. We seek to hire individuals who derive genuine pleasure from providing a level of service far beyond what is required, and who care deeply about improving our nations’ schools. Skills & Experience: Candidates for the Associate position are preferred to have 1 - 3 years of relevant work experience (software implementation, customer support, or work in a school in some type of operations based role ideally) and a record of outstanding academic achievement and extracurricular leadership. Candidates should have excellent interpersonal skills and be capable of supporting and growing relationships at all levels of an organization from a Superintendent to principal to teacher. Individuals should be comfortable developing these relationships to ensure we have continued opportunities to serve districts and schools. Candidates should possess excellent problem solving and brainstorming skills, comfort with quantitative and statistical analysis, and experience with MS Office and G Suite products. Candidates should be able to work both independently as well as collaboratively within a team and be able to present oneself and one's ideas with clarity, confidence and composure. S/he/they should be detail oriented with the ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively, coupled with a growth mindset and the ability to thrive in an ever changing environment. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS This position offers a competitive salary, bonus opportunity, and robust benefits including medical, dental, and retirement plans. More details can be provided upon request. DMGroup is committed to building a truly diverse and inclusive organization, and to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. Candidates of color and from traditionally underrepresented backgrounds are highly encouraged to apply. DMGroup does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability.
Location: Anywhere

kwieland@dmgroupk12.com – Posted by kwieland@dmgroupk12.com
Location
Anywhere
Date Posted
16 Oct 2019
Type
Full-Time
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Paralegal
Paralegal

Paralegal 35 Hours per week (9am – 5pm) SportPark, Loughborough, LE11 3QF £25,810 - £27,771 Depending upon experience Swim England is the national governing body for swimming in England. We help people learn how to swim, enjoy the water, and compete in our sports of swimming, diving, water polo and synchronised swimming. We are seeking a Paralegal to join our team on 12 month Fixed Term basis. This is an exciting opportunity working within the Legal Department as part of a busy team, you will be responsible for delivering accurate and consistent advice to Swim England, based upon policies and procedures. You will also support the Director of Legal in all aspects of business, both sporting, regulatory and commercial. Reporting to the Director of Legal - Swim England you will also be responsible for providing legal support and assistance to the Director for Legal - British Swimming, your role will require you to manage Swim England cases and assist with the preparation, review and drafting of commercial contracts. The successful candidate must: • Have experience of working within a legal office or team • Have a Law Degree or similar • Have excellent knowledge of fundamental legal principles As this is a fixed term post Swim England is not in a position to be able to offer the successful candidate a training contract, or wider legal work experience. Find out more about at it’s like to work with us and the Swim England family: https://www.swimming.org/swimengland/working-at-swim-england/ So if you feel you have the suitable skills and attributes for this position then we would like to hear from you. As this is a fixed term post Swim England is not in a position to be able to offer the successful candidate a training contract, or wider legal work experience. This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are committed to inclusion and embrace the spirit of all equalities legislation. Where possible we will always make reasonable adjustments for accessibility to anyone who requires it. Please be advised that we cannot offer visa sponsorship and that you must have right to work status to apply or be considered for this role. If you are a non UK/EU National, you must have an appropriate working Visa to undertake employment. Closing date: 30th October 2019 Applications after this time will not be considered Interview date: W/c 11th November
Location: LoughboroughEngland, United Kingdom

Swim England – Posted by Swim England
Location
LoughboroughEngland, United Kingdom
Date Posted
16 Oct 2019
Type
Full-Time
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Foundation Relations Officer
Foundation Relations Officer

Founded in 1936, the National Wildlife Federation (NWF) has grown into America's largest and most trusted grassroots conservation organization with 52 state/territorial affiliates and more than six million members and supporters. The mission of the National Wildlife Federation is to unite all Americans to ensure wildlife thrive in our rapidly changing world, and the Federation is committed to inspiring all people around our shared love of nature and wildlife by creating a welcoming and inclusive community representative of all Americans. By respecting and valuing the diversity of connections to the natural world and wildlife, we work toward convening a powerful movement. To support our mission, we seek a Foundation Relations Officer who will join a high performing and accomplished team that is working to grow and diversify foundation funding, particularly in support of the National Wildlife Federation's South Central Region and the bold conservation agenda on which the Federation is delivering. In this role you will serve as a key partner to the South Central Regional Executive Director and will collaborate with program and philanthropy staff across the Federation, further building a robust portfolio of institutional funders and significantly scaling-up philanthropic revenue and investments as the organization embarks on new strategic vision aimed at addressing America's wildlife crisis. Among the programs emphasized will be the Texas Living Waters Project, the Gulf of Mexico Restoration Project, and the Mississippi River Delta Restoration Project, in addition to a portfolio of children’s education and community wildlife habitat programs led by the South Central team. This is an exciting time of growth at NWF, and this role is ideal for an entrepreneurial self-starter who seeks opportunities to leverage professional talents to contribute meaningfully toward accomplishing the Federation’s ambitious conservation agenda. In this role you will: Build collaborations and work in concert with colleagues to implement a donor-centered foundation relations program aimed at securing significant financial support for a range of conservation and education programs. Actively manage a portfolio of institutional funders, delivering on all aspects of relationship management and funder engagement. Develop and implement engagement strategies designed to substantially increase support from existing funders, while dedicating sufficient time to identify, qualify, and begin building relationships with new funders and partners. Proactively identify investment opportunities in collaboration with national and regional program staff, and provide coaching and guidance to colleagues in securing funding and building collaborations and partnerships with the foundation sector. Gather research and background information; track and maintain key data and actions in CRM; manage work plans and timelines; prepare letters of inquiry, outlines and concept papers; develop notices of intent to apply; and coordinate the drafting of pre-proposals, funding proposals, and various reports. Assist in prioritizing key actions for the President & CEO; the Vice President for Philanthropy; the South Central Regional Executive Director, and other key staff including vice presidents, regional executives, and senior program staff in the engagement, solicitation and stewardship of institutional funders. Prepare briefing documents and ensure participating staff understand objectives for various meetings, teleconferences and other funder interactions. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Demonstrated success in institutional relations and a proven ability in developing compelling proposals and securing investments at the $10,000 level and above. College degree required. Experience in environmental and/or education philanthropy is also highly desirable. Passion for the preservation and protection of wildlife and wild places a plus. Entrepreneurial, self-starting, and capable of working both independently and as an integral member of a team. Solid team building skills will serve this position well, as will direct experience in building collaborations with accomplished professionals, academics, and leaders of government and industry. Professionalism, with superior interpersonal abilities, communications and political savvy, and excellent time management and organization skills. Demonstrated ability in building funder relationships, developing and implementing engagement strategies, coaching senior staff and volunteer leaders, and writing winning proposals, fundraising collaterals, and reports. Knowledge of industry trends and command of philanthropy’s best practices; firm grasp of prospect identification and research tools; and experience partnering with colleagues to effectively engage and grow relationships with institutional funders. Ability to travel domestically. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with CRM and other fundraising software, various databases and management reporting tools. Your actions are expected to reflect the staff values of the National Wildlife Federation: collaboration, mindfulness, empowerment, inclusivity, and mission focus. The National Wildlife Federation offers excellent benefits, including 16 weeks of paid FMLA leave, competitive compensation, and a family-friendly, flexible work environment. We strive to increase diversity, equity, inclusion and justice (DEIJ) in all elements of our work and with our partners to support the interdependent needs of wildlife and people in a rapidly changing world. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, genetic information, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are invited to learn more about National Wildlife Federation’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion at https://www.nwf.org/About-Us/DEIJ. If you have a disability and require an accommodation or assistance with our online application process, please tell us how we can help by calling us at 703-438-6244. If you meet more than 75% of the qualifications of this description, we support your application. If selected, a background check will be conducted. Candidates should submit a cover letter and resume.
Location: AustinTexas, United States

National Wildlife Federation – Posted by bowenak
Location
AustinTexas, United States
Date Posted
16 Oct 2019
Type
Full-Time
Job
Veterans Resource Center Manager
Veterans Resource Center Manager

Clark College is currently accepting applications for the position of Veterans Resource Center Manager. This full-time exempt position will provide operational and administrative oversight of the Veterans Resource Center (VRC). This position reports to Director of Career Services. The schedule for this position is 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Monday – Thursday and 7:30 am – 4:30 pm Friday. Clark College is an equal opportunity employer. Protected group members are strongly encouraged to apply. Clark College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. The college considers equal opportunity, affirmative action, and non-discrimination to be fundamental to the mission, Core themes, and objectives of the college. All faculty and staff hired at Clark College are encouraged to embrace, continually support and enhance social equity on our campus and in our community. Questions regarding the College's Affirmative Action Policy may be directed to Human Resources, (360) 992-2105. Job Duties and Responsibilities: • Create long-term vision and provide overall management of the Veterans Resource Center (VRC). • Work to foster an inviting and supportive campus climate for Veterans in the center and on campus. Advocate for the needs of Veterans within the institution and in the community. Supervise Vet Corp Representative, work-study and volunteer staff. • Work collaboratively with financial aid certifying officials co-located in the VRC, and facilitate weekly staff meetings with all VRC staff members. • Ensure appropriate budget planning and monitoring, and effective management of resources. • Serve as a primary point of contact for prospective and currently enrolled military affiliated students and families as needed and appropriate. • Collect and analyze data and activities for the purpose of program review, evaluation, and revision. Analyze problem areas, recommend corrective action, and project future needs. • Participate in Student Affairs leadership meetings and communicate important issues with departments. Chair the Veterans Resource Center Advisory Committee. • Advise the Veterans Club and provide guidance on signature programs throughout the academic year. • Coordinate, conduct and promote student services for Veterans. Plan and promote transition programs and services to increase Veteran students' access, retention and success. • Partner with Counseling and Health Center, Career Services, Financial Aid, Advising, Student Life and other departments on campus to provide programs and services for Veterans and their families. • Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with community agencies to support the enrollment of veterans and to leverage support networks beyond the college. • Support college retention efforts by serving as the Veteran Student Cohort Leader and providing interventions for students who have received Academic Early Warning or Academic Concern notices. Consult with faculty who have questions about how to support Veterans in the classroom. • Work closely with various instructional and student services units to promote awareness of Veteran issues, advocate for Veteran services and educate on issues of war-related trauma. • Work with VRC staff to develop workshops and orientations for Veteran students. Establish a process for tracking Veteran students and evaluating program outcomes. • Assist the Clark College Foundation with fundraising activities for the Veterans program, as appropriate. • Provide leadership in accordance with the Mission and Vision established by the College, furthering Core Themes and College Objectives. • Model and demonstrate direct and professional communication, professional conduct, collaborative decision-making team building, and self-development. • Create a safe, bias-free working environment, which engenders respect for differences. • Provide leadership in accordance with the mission, Core themes, objectives and values established by the college. • Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Education, Business, Social or Behavioral Science, Social Work, or a related discipline from an accredited institution. • One year of relevant experience managing and implementing educational or service programs. • Two years of experience supervising employees or volunteers. • Strong computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access) • Excellent oral and written communication skills, including active listening skills. • Superior critical thinking and analytical skills. • Ability to respond to changing needs, requirements, and information. • Ability and willingness provide excellent customer service and function well in a busy, sometimes stressful environment. • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities. • Experience with and ability to work well with people of all ages from academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience developing partnerships and performing community outreach, especially with local Veterans' organizations and other Veteran service providers. • Experience working with Veterans with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Traumatic Brain Injury, and other war-related trauma. • Professional or personal experience overcoming barriers similar to those confronting Veterans. • Knowledge about Veterans educational and service benefits. • Knowledge of higher education structures, processes and procedures. Experience developing and managing budgets. • Ability to work independently and also collaborate and work well within a team. • Strong leadership skills and problem solving abilities. • Preference given to Veteran applicants. Salary Statement: $55,119 annually Benefits include vacation/ sick leave; medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance; retirement; and tuition waiver. APPLICATION PROCESS Required Online Application Materials: • Clark College Online Application • Letter of application describing background and experience related to qualifications and responsibilities of the position • Current résumé • Unofficial copy of all transcripts/certifications uploaded with online application or delivered to the Human Resources office in person or by fax (360-992-2873). Please apply online at www.clark.edu/jobs To contact Clark College Human Resources, please call (360) 992-2105. Application Deadline: This posting has been extended. Required application materials must be completed and submitted online by 3 p.m., November 7, 2019. Condition of employment: Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position. Completion of academic degrees will also be verified through receipt of official transcripts. DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS Upon request, accommodations are available to persons with disabilities for the application process. Contact Human Resources at (360)992-2105 or by video phone at (360)991-0901. SECURITY The security of all the members of the campus community is of vital concern to Clark College. Information regarding crime prevention advice, the authority of the Security/Safety Department, policies concerning reporting of any crimes which may occur on the campus, and crime statistics for the most recent 4-year period may be requested from the Clark College Security/Safety Department, (360) 992-2133. The most recent Annual Security Report can be viewed here: http://www.clark.edu/campus-life/student-support/security/report.php ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION If you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work. CORRECTIONS OR EXTENDED NOTICES Corrected or extended notices will be posted online and in the Human Resources Office. Clark College Human Resources October 15, 2019 19-00102
Location: VancouverWashington, United States

hr@clark.edu – Posted by hr@clark.edu
Location
VancouverWashington, United States
Date Posted
16 Oct 2019
Type
Full-Time
Job
International Events Specialist (remote)
International Events Specialist (remote)

The Wikimedia Foundation is seeking a Wikimania Program Manager, to advance the Wikimedia movement’s vision of every human being able to freely share in the sum of all knowledge; as well as its strategic direction - that by 2030, Wikimedia will become the essential infrastructure of the ecosystem of free knowledge, and anyone who shares our vision will be able to join us. As Wikimania Program Manager, you will be responsible for full and timely delivery of an important annual international flagship event of the Wikimedia movement; Wikimania. Located in different parts of the world each year, Wikimania is a key opportunity for our community of volunteers from all over the world to connect and collaborate on the movement’s goals. You will be the primary liaison between staff, contractors, volunteers, committees and local host teams who collectively plan, organize, and run this important event. The annual Wikimania program is mainly led by volunteer efforts, which you will provide input to and facilitate, where required. You will build and iterate on a strategic 3-5 year plan for Wikimania to ensure the event provides effective support to Wikimedia communities, and to ensure that the event runs sustainably, fosters interesting, timely and thought provoking dialogue, learning and conversations, and that it supports the global open and free knowledge agenda more generally. You will coordinate closely with a diverse range of volunteers and local event hosts, helping them navigate processes and guiding the overall effort to timely conclusions. You will collaborate to secure hosts from around the world for Wikimania several years in advance. You will bring precision, long range planning, attention to detail, energy, enthusiasm, patience, compassion, a natural interest to work with people from around the world, and a capacity to collaborate with people from different backgrounds and experience levels. You will be a key member of the Wikimedia Foundation’s Community Convenings & Events team, which is a relatively new team. You will be an active “builder” of processes and procedures that will benefit the team and the community we serve. These processes and procedures must be sensitive to the ethos of the movement and to a growing international community, as well as compliant with Wikimedia Foundation procedures. Your perspectives and experience will guide an evolving approach to convenorship in what is primarily an online community. You are responsible for: Budget management: participating in budgeting and forecasting exercises, estimating major conference costs; creating and managing budgets; preparing invoices for payment. Facilitating the bidding, review, negotiation, and finalization of contracts for venues and vendors. Scoping, recruiting, and supervising contractors handling logistics of events. Hire and supervise local temporary staff as needed. Conducting regular international travel for site visits to host locations. Identifying and approaching potential sponsors for Wikimania Actively supporting and fostering a cadre of volunteers who work on Wikimania; enlisting and maintaining relationships with them after the event, as well as coaching or mentoring host teams where needed so that volunteer skills and capacity are built. Facilitating and working collaboratively with these volunteers to provide advice, guidance, and support for the local host teams. Working closely and collaboratively with several WMF teams: Finance and Administration, Travel, Legal, Communications, Trust & Safety, Community Relations, Community Development and Learning & Evaluation to ensure their input and involvement in Wikimania preparations. Identifying movement partners with aligned agendas for potential collaboration. Working with an event coordinator and logistics team/contractors to ensure that all space and logistic requirements are met, including: A-V, internet connectivity, registration, printing and signage, accommodations, accessibility compliance, security, transportation and catering. Ensuring that the Friendly/Safe Space Policy is upheld and implemented at Wikimania. Coordinating with key stakeholders to ensure that an event registration system, database (CRM), web site, and other software is in place to enhance registration, logistics, promotion and program design. Ensuring that the onsite needs of WMF Executives are met during and at Wikimania. Managing a comprehensive post-event analysis and debrief with all stakeholders to learn from experience and make recommendations for future events; documenting these analyses/debriefs. Collaborating with Community Engagement department colleagues who are based in different regions to inform an evolving global events ecosystem. Skills and Experience: International Event Planning – a proven background in international event planning is vital in this role, as this annual event with participants reaching almost a thousand yearly, moves around the globe; Project Management – proven track record and affinity with project management principles and best practices is going to be important in this role to ensure that all elements are organized and event and production teams stay on schedule; Budget management – you will oversee financial elements of event planning and execution, so budget and financial management skills are vital to be successful in this role; Cross Cultural communication skills – effective and thoughtful written and verbal communication skills are essential in this role as liaison between many types of stakeholders; Collaboration skills – our events are collaborative in their design in accordance with our movement’s focus on volunteer leadership. and in order to create a positive experience for participants; Community management – working and navigating (internet based) communities that are self-governed by means of committees, organizations and working groups. Qualities that are important to us: Creativity in approaching challenges Ability to work with volunteers and facilitating work that is mainly led by the community Sensitivity to a culturally diverse range of people Strategic and long term vision Adaptability to change and resilience to ambiguity Self-organization, independence, efficiency and ability to meet deadlines in a remote culture Positivity and confidence in working with volunteers facing the sometimes stressful tasks associated with large event management Additionally, we’d love it if you have: Affinity or experience with Wiki communities and are aware of the Wikiverse Knowledge on open source event management systems and processes (registration, conference planning) Fluency in at least one other language in addition to mandatory professional competency in English. The Wikimedia Foundation is... ...the nonprofit organization that hosts and operates Wikipedia and the other Wikimedia free knowledge projects. Our vision is a world in which every single human can freely share in the sum of all knowledge. We believe that everyone has the potential to contribute something to our shared knowledge, and that everyone should be able to access that knowledge, free of interference. We host the Wikimedia projects, build software experiences for reading, contributing, and sharing Wikimedia content, support the volunteer communities and partners who make Wikimedia possible, and advocate for policies that enable Wikimedia and free knowledge to thrive. The Wikimedia Foundation is a charitable, not-for-profit organization that relies on donations. We receive financial support from millions of individuals around the world, with an average donation of about $15. We also receive donations through institutional grants and gifts. The Wikimedia Foundation is a United States 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization with offices in San Francisco, California, USA. The Wikimedia Foundation is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage people with a diverse range of backgrounds to apply. U.S. Benefits & Perks* Fully paid medical, dental and vision coverage for employees and their eligible families (yes, fully paid premiums!) The Wellness Program provides reimbursement for mind, body and soul activities such as fitness memberships, baby sitting, continuing education and much more The 401(k) retirement plan offers matched contributions at 4% of annual salary Flexible and generous time off - vacation, sick and volunteer days, plus 19 paid holidays - including the last week of the year. Family friendly! 100% paid new parent leave for seven weeks plus an additional five weeks for pregnancy, flexible options to phase back in after leave, fully equipped lactation room. For those emergency moments - long and short term disability, life insurance (2x salary) and an employee assistance program Pre-tax savings plans for health care, child care, elder care, public transportation and parking expenses Telecommuting and flexible work schedules available Appropriate fuel for thinking and coding (aka, a pantry full of treats) and monthly massages to help staff relax Great colleagues - diverse staff and contractors speaking dozens of languages from around the world, fantastic intellectual discourse, mission-driven and intensely passionate people *Eligible international workers' benefits are specific to their location and dependent on their employer of record
Location: Anywhere

Wikimedia Foundation – Posted by Wikimedia Foundation
Location
Anywhere
Date Posted
16 Oct 2019
Type
Full-Time
Job
SOJC Student Experiences Coordinator
SOJC Student Experiences Coordinator

Department Summary The School of Journalism and Communication (SOJC) is an accredited research and professional school serving approximately 2,200 undergraduates and 100 graduate students both on the University of Oregon campus in Eugene and at the George S. Turnbull Center in Portland. Degrees offered are the BA, BS, MA, MS and Ph.D., as well as a minor in Media Studies. The school also supports the interdisciplinary major in Cinema Studies and interdisciplinary minors in Multimedia and Native Studies. The SOJC employs approximately 125 individuals as faculty and staff, over 50 graduate employees as well as roughly 50 student employees. The School is one of the oldest journalism programs in the nation, founded in 1916. Position Summary The Student Experiences Coordinator is the first point of contact and curator of facilities, equipment, and training related to the School of Journalism and Communication (SOJC) catalog of hands-on learning initiatives in the SOJC Student Experiences HUB. This position consults with SOJC students, faculty and Partners to make production, equipment and crew recommendations to help with faculty projects, research, and programs. Serving as a key instructional technology specialist in support of hands-on learning for the SOJC, the Student Experiences Coordinator oversees the daily operations of the SOJC Student Experiences HUB. Responsibilities include the following: maintains the library of print and media guides and coordinates workshops for equipment and facilities contained in the SOJC Student Experiences HUB; consults with student executives of SOJC-affiliated student groups to ensure that students make room and event requests that follow SOJC and UO policies; assists with logistics and policy orientation for SOJC field trips and study abroad; and coordinates the submission of student work for student media and scholastic competitions. In collaboration with SOJC Building Manager and SOJC OPS IT staff, this position also coordinates the set-up, maintenance and removal of student work in exhibit spaces in Allen Hall. The Student Experiences Coordinator reports to the SOJC Academic IT Manager and supervises students responsible for event support and after-hours technical support in the SOJC Student Experiences HUB. Minimum Requirements This classification requires a basic foundation of knowledge and skills of technology and information systems generally obtained through an AA degree in computer science, information systems, educational technology, communications, or related fields, or similar certified course work in applicable fields of study and at least one year of related work experience. Professional Competencies • Excellent communication skills with the ability to discuss highly technical issues with non-technical people. • Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and track required functions with attention to detail. • Ability to take initiative and have the confidence to make independent decisions, knowing when and to whom to refer a wide range of problems and inquiries. • Exhibit a high level of interpersonal skills with demonstrated poise, tact, and diplomacy. • Ability to interpret and apply guidelines, policies, and procedures. • Excellent oral and written communication skills. • Demonstrated ability and/or commitment to working with faculty, staff, and students from diverse backgrounds in an inclusive, welcoming environment; ability to effectively work and communicate with individuals from different cultural backgrounds. • Excellent problem-solving and collaboration skills. • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor's degree with courses in an electronic media. • Experience with technology demonstration and/or mentoring others in media production equipment or emergent technology. • One year of experience in an instructional setting working in media or related technology. • Experience working with partners on media projects. FLSA Exempt: No All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background inquiry. This is a classified position represented by the SEIU Local 503, Oregon Public Employees Union. The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit http://hr.uoregon.edu/careers/about-benefits. The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply, and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact us at uocareers@uoregon.edu or 541-346-5112. UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, Office of Civil Rights Compliance, or to the Office for Civil Rights. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed on the statement of non-discrimination. In compliance with federal law, the University of Oregon prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and services. The Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at http://police.uoregon.edu/annual-report. Advertised: 30 Sep 2019 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: 25 Oct 2019 Pacific Daylight Time
Location: EugeneOregon, United States

University of Oregon – Posted by SOJC OPS
Location
EugeneOregon, United States
Date Posted
16 Oct 2019
Type
Full-Time
Job
Researcher
Researcher

American Oversight is seeking an exceptional researcher to join a growing team investigating corruption in the Trump administration and combatting attacks on voting rights in the states. The researcher will play an important part in our efforts to use open records requests, backed by aggressive litigation, to shed light on the workings of the Trump administration and state governments. American Oversight’s investigations have helped uncover stories including Trump administration actions against asylum-seekers; Ivanka Trump’s use of personal email; and favoritism by Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao for priorities promoted by the office of her husband, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell. We are currently suing the State Department for records related to President Trump’s attempts to pressure Ukraine to investigate a political rival. As we expand, we’re bringing our model to the states and using transparency tools to hold state governments accountable for attacks on voting rights. American Oversight researchers help to move our work forward by identifying opportunities for high-impact investigations, writing public records requests, and reviewing public records for new and important information. Successful researchers are avid consumers of the news and have keen political instincts, exceptional attention to detail, the utmost honesty and integrity, and a passion for holding the government accountable to the people. The researcher reports to the Investigations Director. The position is located in downtown Washington, DC, and is easily accessible by multiple metro and bus lines. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES As a researcher, your responsibilities will include: Investigation: You’ll use publicly available research databases, documents obtained through public records requests, and a broad range of news sources to identify corruption and other wrongdoing in the Trump administration and state governments and uncover avenues for future research. Public records requests: You’ll work with the legal team to draft public records requests aimed at uncovering corruption and malfeasance and promoting government transparency. Analysis: You’ll review records that American Oversight obtains through public records requests to identify underreported trends and stories. Writing: You’ll work with the investigations and communications teams to tell the stories we find with blog posts, background documents, and other written products. Rapid response: You’ll respond to breaking news by doing rapid-response research and drafting public records requests on tight deadlines. QUALIFICATIONS This position is open to individuals with diverse backgrounds, including journalism, opposition research, policy analysis, corporate investigations, and government oversight. The ideal candidate will have proven research and writing experience, familiarity with the workings of the federal government at the state and federal levels, and an avid interest in politics and policy. We are seeking individuals with the following qualifications: One to three years’ cumulative work and/or internship experience in journalism, opposition research, or another investigative or research field The drive to uncover hidden stories of corruption and wrongdoing and an understanding of how government corruption harms everyday people Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to find the key detail in a mountain of documents A sharp news sense and enthusiasm for keeping up with a rapidly changing political environment Strong writing skills and the ability to use documents to tell clear, compelling stories Comfort handling multiple projects in a fast-paced environment Self-motivation and an ability to work both collaboratively and independently High degree of professional ethics and integrity Previous work related to voting rights and/or voter protection is a plus, but not required ADDITIONAL INFORMATION American Oversight is proudly an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse team. People of color, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and/or veterans are encouraged to apply. The salary range for this position is $55,000 to $65,000, commensurate with experience. Generous and comprehensive benefits package. HOW TO APPLY Please send application materials, including a cover letter describing relevant experience and interest, résumé, and a brief writing sample to jobs@americanoversight.org. Please indicate in your email how you heard about this opening. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis and will complete our first round of review by October 25, 2019.
Location: Anywhere

American Oversight – Posted by americanoversight
Location
Anywhere
Date Posted
15 Oct 2019
Type
Full-Time
Job
Sales Representative
Sales Representative

Are you passionate about success and customer service? Confident, driven and thrive in a commissioned sales environment? Do you enjoy being out on the open road and not stuck in an office? Come join our team of Sales Project Consultants at the leader in do-it-for-me home improvement field! $40K-$60K First year potential and after first year $100K+ earning potential!! Why work for us?
Benefit Options including medical, dental, vision and life insurance
Uncapped Commissions
Additional 5% on self -generated leads
Paid Training
Laptop
Leads Provided Daily
Annual Trip Incentive and awards for top producers
Growth opportunities
Flexible schedule designed for entrepreneurs
Have what it takes to start your career?
Minimum of High School Diploma or Equivalent
Reliable vehicle
Valid driver’s license
Positive attitude & willingness to learn
Passion for building relationships, networking and customer satisfaction
Previous sales experience welcomed
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Vet
Location: AtlantaGeorgia, United States

jonwild – Posted by jonwild
Location
AtlantaGeorgia, United States
Date Posted
15 Oct 2019
Type
Full-Time
Job
Rappahannock-Rapidan Conservation Initiative Coordinator
Rappahannock-Rapidan Conservation Initiative Coordinator

Position Description Title: Rappahannock-Rapidan Conservation Initiative Coordinator Manager: Director of Conservation Location: Warrenton, Va. Job Classification: Full Time Non-Exempt Geographic Focus: The Upper Rappahannock watershed -- which covers Culpeper, Rappahannock, Madison, counties and parts of Fauquier, Greene and Orange counties within PEC’s service area. A specific focus of this position will be to execute a multi-faceted land and water conservation initiative within the Upper Rappahannock watershed. Introduction The Piedmont Environmental Council (PEC) is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization that has proudly promoted and protected the natural resources, rural economy, history and beauty of the Virginia Piedmont since 1972. PEC empowers residents to protect what makes the Piedmont a wonderful place, and works with citizens to conserve land, protect air and water quality, celebrate historic resources, build smart transportation networks, promote sustainable energy choices, restore wildlife habitat and improve people’s access to nature. The Piedmont Environmental Council (PEC) is seeking to hire a Coordinator to conduct and assist with PEC’s land use policy and land conservation activities in PEC’s nine county service area, particularly communities in PEC’s service area that are within the Upper Rappahannock watershed. Description of Position The Coordinator will be responsible for executing a diverse portfolio of land conservation, natural resource restoration, land use policy, and civic engagement efforts that further PEC’s mission. While the Coordinator will work throughout the Upper Rappahannock watershed, the successful candidate will play a key role in engaging a broad set of partners and other allied organizations in executing a multi-faceted initiative to promote land conservation, water quality improvements, natural habitat protection and restoration, and public access opportunities along the watershed’s two primary tributaries, the Rappahannock and Rapidan rivers. A particular focus of the initiative is to develop and demonstrate a replicable model for conserving land that supports working farms in the target area. Examples of activities include: ● Developing and implementing land protection strategies through (1) identification of key at-risk properties, landscapes, and resources; (2) outreach and education to landowners, farmers, and professional advisers on conservation tools such as voluntary conservation easement donations, Purchase of Development Rights programs, and other conservation programs; and (3) coordination with other public and private partners to further conservation in the Piedmont. ● Initiating, leading, or participating in local community based conservation efforts, such as historic preservation, water quality improvement, habitat restoration, and/or agricultural land management demonstration projects. ● Developing and successfully maintaining strong professional and organizational partnerships with allied groups and organizations critical to executing PEC’s multi-faceted approach to conservation in the Upper Rappahannock. ● Teaming with other PEC staff to respond appropriately to major land use, conservation, and transportation threats in the region. ● Working directly with citizens and allied organizations to organize the public around campaigns, policies and outcomes supportive of the PEC mission, including adoption of language in the counties’ comprehensive plans and support or opposition to specific land use threats and opportunities. ● Serving as part of the PEC’s stewardship team, responsible for ensuring appropriate monitoring and stewardship of PEC’s conservation projects, including easement and fee land portfolio. ● Regularly updating PEC Board members, other PEC staff, and members of local advisory committees on issues affecting the region. ● Using PEC information systems and other technology to effectively communicate and document the status of assigned projects, initiatives, and partnerships. ● Collaborating with PEC communications and development staff to secure appropriate funding and highlight the benefits of PEC’s work in the region The Coordinator reports to PEC’s Director of Conservation, but will also work closely with other field representatives, departments within PEC, and members of the PEC Board of Directors. This position will be based at PEC’s headquarters office in Warrenton, VA. Qualifications ● Bachelor’s degree required. Five years of work experience or Graduate degree in agriculture, forestry, natural resources, planning, law or related field preferred. ● A working knowledge of local land use planning and zoning in Virginia is preferred. ● A working knowledge of conservation policies, conservation easements, and real estate transactions, etc. ● Demonstrated strong communication skills, both written and oral, including ability to write, edit, and proofread written materials for use in communicating with the PEC Board of Directors, PEC staff, PEC members, and the public at large. ● Ability to organize, coordinate and manage diverse activities and deadlines. ● Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with a diverse constituency including elected officials, non-profit representatives, neighborhood associations, and individual citizens with a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. ● Experience working with rural landowners and the farming community is preferred. ● Experience working with local residents and/or community organizations, particularly in leading public outreach and/or education campaigns. ● Knowledge and experience with Google Suite and Microsoft Office productivity software. Familiarity with ArcMap, Salesforce, and LOCATE a plus. ● Requires minimal supervision. ● Willing to work some weekends and evenings. ● Willingness to live in the region you will work is highly desirable. ● Valid driver’s and reliable transportation required. ● Ability to lift up to 40 pounds. Compensation Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience. Benefits PEC offers an outstanding benefits package including health, dental, vision, short and long term disability and term life insurance, a 403 (b) employee pension plan, HSA and FSA options and some employer paid additional supplemental insurance benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity. Upon employment, you will be entitled to paid holidays and will begin accruing personal leave as designated in the PEC Employee Handbook. PEC also offers employees one day of leave per year to perform volunteer work. PEC is an equal opportunity employer.
Location: WarrentonVirginia, United States

dfredenburgh@pecva.org – Posted by dfredenburgh@pecva.org
Location
WarrentonVirginia, United States
Date Posted
15 Oct 2019
Type
Freelance
Job
Community Fund Panel Memeber
Community Fund Panel Memeber

Community Fund Panel Member
Voluntary Role
Severn Trent Region
Our customers, and the communities we live and work in, are at the heart of everything we do. And that’s why, from 2020, we’re going to donate around £10million over the next five years to support local projects, charities and community groups, helping to make a real and tangible difference in the communities we serve.
The Fund will be overseen by a customer panel whose role will be to review applications and ultimately decide where our money will be spent.
We are searching for a chair person to lead this panel.
The community fund
Our customers have helped us to create and shape our new Community
Fund. We’ve spoken to lots of people to better understand their community needs, and as a result, have chosen to design our fund around improving community wellbeing.
By community wellbeing we mean:
People:Projects that facilitate healthier lifestyles and skills development
Places: Projects that help to create better places to live in and use
Environment: Projects that facilitate a healthier natural environment, greater access to that environment or support the preservation of water
And of course, being a water company, we’d also love applications for projects that have a connection to the water cycle too! This might mean creating sustainable drainage, installing grey water recycling, creating water efficient green spaces or encouraging hydration for health.
We’ve recruited a new Community Fund team whose role will be to promote the scheme, provide support to grant applicants and to assess the grant applications against our eligibility criteria.
The Community Fund team will then make recommendations to the panel. The Community Panel will meet face to face on a quarterly basis to review these recommendations and ultimately decide where they want our money to go.
The panel itself will be approximately 9 people and include a mix of Severn Trent customers and our own employees; all with a range of interests and backgrounds.
Grant applications will open in January 2020 via our website. In March, we’ll be holding our first Customer Panel and from April 2020 we’ll be administering our first grants.
The Panel Member role:
Role objective:
To be a valuable member of our customer panel by making fair and evidence-based decisions, in line with our eligibility criteria and guidelines, on which projects should be recipients of grants through Severn Trent’s new Community Fund
Key accountabilities:
• Support with making fair and evidence -based decisions, in line with the fund’s eligibility criteria andguidelines.
• Always act in good faith and in the best interests of Severn Trent and our customers.
• Participate and engage with the process fully including reading preparation documents prior to the meetings to facilitate informed discussions.
• Communicate well, contribute your own opinions and challenge where necessary.
• Conduct a review of smaller-sized grants by exception on a monthly basis.
• Attend quarterly panel meetings held in March, June, September and December (duration c.4 hrs per meeting).
• Follow and adhere to Community Fund guidelines, eligibility processes etc.
• Occasional support with Community Fund review reporting and strategy development, and make recommendations for improvement.
Experience:
Experience in supporting decision making with ability to question intelligently and debate constructively.
A willingness to be challenged on your own views and subsequently re-examine them to reach new conclusions.
Professionalexperience or genuine & demonstrable personal interest in one or more of the following (or similar):
•Environmental protection
•Sustainability
•Working with young people
•Diversity, equality & Inclusion –including Mental Health, Social Mobility & Disabilities.
•Work supporting the local community
Previous board or panel experience isn’t essential.
Capabilities:
• Ability to communicate well and constructively challenge where necessary .
• Ability to develop a professional rapport with other board members.
• Ability to work effectively with the group in making decisions and understand when compromise may berequired.
• Capable of not letting personal attitudes toward projects or other members impede your decision making.
• Have a genuine interest in supporting community projects for the benefit of community wellbeing
We want our Community Panel & Chair to fully represent the communities we serve, therefore we are seeking to appoint someone who is a Severn Trent customer.
Time commitment & fees:
There will be 4 panel meetings held quarterly across the year in March, June, September and Decemberwhich will be held a various locations across our region (duration c.4 hrs per meeting).
We’ll ask you come prepared having read all relevant documents prior to the meetings to facilitate informed discussions (c.1hr per month).
You will also be required to conduct a review of smaller-sized grants by exception on a monthly basis (c. 1hr per month) which can be done from home.
The role will be unpaid & voluntary, with all reasonable expenses will be
covered. You will also be supplied with an iPad where all the documents can be accessed.
Our Panel Member appointments will be review annually.
Location: Anywhere

Severn Trent – Posted by Severn Trent
Location
Anywhere
Date Posted
15 Oct 2019
Type
Full-Time
Job
Book Designer
Book Designer

Timber Press is a publisher located in Portland, Oregon. Our mission is to share the wonders of the natural world by publishing books from experts in the fields of gardening, horticulture, and natural history. The Timber Press art department builds beautiful, essential books for gardeners, landscape professionals, scientists, foragers, hikers, and plant lovers. We invite the reader to explore the natural world, whether in the garden, in the wild, or in the pages of a well-designed book. Grow with us! Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Envision, design, and produce book interiors and covers, including: researching design and market trends; designing type specifications and layout systems; completing page revisions and text corrections; and preparing production-ready book files.
Prepare and present your work at critiques and design meetings.
Productively encourage, receive, and synthesize criticism of your work, and the work of your team, from a variety of collaborators.
Build and maintain a pool of freelance designers and illustrators.
Manage freelance designers and direct cover design, interior design, layout, and production.
Manage art commissions, including: communicating with illustrators; assessing and maintaining budgets; writing contracts; and steering the development of art assets as necessary for each project.
Remain up-to-date on trends in typography, illustration, photography, and design; be prepared to share and discuss at Art Department meetings.
Collaborate with editors, designers, marketing, and production staff throughout the book development process.
Other tasks as required.
Education & Skill Requirements
Demonstrated experience in a professional design setting, preferably in book design and production.
Clear understanding of the structure, layout, and production of professionally printed, bound, and manufactured books.
Proven skills in Adobe Creative Suite applications—expert level in InDesign, high proficiency in Illustrator and Acrobat, and a working understanding of Photoshop and Bridge. Fluency in MS Excel and Word also beneficial.
Extensive experience working with typography and typesetting in a publishing environment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Our books are written, read, and depended upon by experts in their fields—as such, our work requires an unfailing dedication to accuracy and procedure. Must demonstrate an ability to strictly adhere to an array of checklists, style guides, and quality assurance checks that such rigor demands.
An interest in plants, gardening, and/or natural sciences is recommended, but not required.
Physical Demands
Must have close visual acuity
Must be able to sit or stand in one location for extended periods of time
Timber Press is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Timber Press makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. Timber Press policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, income, political opinion, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic characteristics or information, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. All such discrimination is unlawful and not tolerated by Timber Press.
Location: PortlandOregon, United States

Timber Press – Posted by HCaudle
Location
PortlandOregon, United States
Date Posted
15 Oct 2019
Type
Full-Time
Job
Expressive Art Behavioral Counselor
Expressive Art Behavioral Counselor

Are you looking for a direct approach to support youth in the foster care system and their families? AACI is a community health organization serving the marginalized communities in Santa Clara County. Recently AACI received a new grant allowing us to start a Katie A program allowing us to expand our services to include youth in the foster care system and hire more Behavioral Health professionals! We provide employees with: Flexible schedule Professional development opportunities Access to training and clinical supervision hours Learning management system with free CEUs Licensed providers eligible for student loan assistance Paid annual license fee Experienced clinical guidance and a supportive environment Additional pay for bilingual staff We offer convenient freeway access, bagel Mondays, delicious coffee and excellent benefits! 403(b) retirement plan with match and AACI pays 95% of benefit premiums for full time staff and 50% of dependent benefits. The ideal candidate has: Master degree in psychology or related field Licensed with the BBS or working toward licensure (ASW, AMFT or APCC) Minimum 3-4 years’ experience of directly related experience Experience with youth outreach and engagement Knowledge of Juvenile Probation Department , Santa Clara County Department of Family and Children Services, Family Advocates, Social Security Agency, private insurance companies, Victim Witness and other involved agencies Understanding of cultural issues, community resources and family dynamics Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships Fluent in Spanish or Vietnamese highly desired Ability to possess and maintain a valid CA Driver’s License, must have suitable vehicle for agency travel and current automobile insurance. Experience in Art Therapy or in a related role is desirable For a full job description: https://aaci.org/wellness-counselor/ Apply now and help us strengthen the hope and resilience of our community members by improving their health, mental health and well-being!
Location: San JoseCalifornia, United States

hr@aaci.org – Posted by hr@aaci.org
Location
San JoseCalifornia, United States
Date Posted
15 Oct 2019
Type
Full-Time
Job
Certified Medical Assistant
Certified Medical Assistant

Are you looking for a more direct approach to support your community? AACI is looking for a Medical Assistant. We are a community health organization serving the marginalized communities in Santa Clara County. We provide employees with professional development opportunities, and a supportive environment with an onsite mindfulness room. We offer convenient freeway access, bagel Mondays, and excellent coffee! AACI pays 95% of benefit premiums for full time staff and 50% of dependent benefits. The Medical Assistant assists physicians and nurses in all aspects of medical practice delivery in our Health Clinic as appropriate for the role. The Ideal Candidate: Has a Certificate of completion of Medical Assisting Program (Front and Back Office procedures) including the completion of instructions in injections, skin tests and withdrawal of blood. An Active/current Board certification with one of the following: AAMA, AMCA, AMT, CCBMA, or MMCI 1-4 years of experience in health center setting is ideal. Fluency in Vietnamese preferred. Apply now and help us strengthen the hope and resilience of our community members by improving their health, mental health and well-being! For a full job description: https://aaci.org/medical-assistant/
Location: San JoseCalifornia, United States

hr@aaci.org – Posted by hr@aaci.org
Location
San JoseCalifornia, United States
Date Posted
15 Oct 2019
Type
Full-Time
Job
Development Assistant
Development Assistant

Title: Development Assistant Supervisor: Associate Director of Development Location: Warrenton, VA Job Classification: Full Time Introduction: The Piedmont Environmental Council (PEC) was established in 1972 as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization to promote and protect the natural resources, rural economy, history and beauty of the Virginia Piedmont. PEC is a national leader in land conservation, land use policy and smart growth with its main headquarters in Warrenton, Virginia and offices throughout a nine county Piedmont Region that includes Albemarle, Clarke, Culpeper, Fauquier, Greene, Loudoun, Madison, Orange and Rappahannock counties. PEC staff provides technical expertise and organizational support to citizen groups and governmental officials on land use policy, land conservation, transportation, water quality, historic preservation and environmental issues. One of PEC’s top priorities is to promote voluntary land conservation in the form of conservation easements. Areas of Responsibility Development ● Collaborate on strategy development for direct mail appeals and membership campaigns ● Collaborate with key stakeholders within the organization in developing the direct mail and online fundraising calendar; work with the Associate Director of Development to ensure that established deadlines are met ● Conduct donor and prospect research in support of the Development team and the organization’s fundraising goals ● Coordinate donation acknowledgement process for all gifts ($10+), preparing and sending personalized letters in-house; acknowledge all donor gifts in a timely fashion ● Coordinate monthly membership mailings (renewals and lapsed), preparing and sending personalized letters in-house ● Work with the Database Coordinator and Development team members to maintain accurate donor records and extract information for use in mailing lists and financial reports ● Maintain accurate and complete records of donor communications in the CRM database ● Support the Senior Conservation Fellow in donor data input into PEC’s database using best management practices; update donor records for the purpose of relationship management ● Provide support for fundraising and outreach events; coordinate with event vendors; help draft invitation lists and mailing materials; track event responses, including ticket purchases and sponsor gifts; act as secretary for event planning committee meetings ● Other duties as assigned Qualifications ● Bachelor’s degree preferred, with 1-2 years of relevant experience required ● Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher) and proficient in using Google Apps/G Suite (Gmail, Sheets, Slides, Docs, and Drive); expertise in conducting mail merges using Microsoft Word and Excel software ● Experience working with CRMs and donor databases (Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce NPSP) ● Tech savvy, organized, detail-oriented and a self-starter ● Ability to calmly and effectively resolve customer service concerns in sometimes stressful or ambiguous situations, with the support of the Associate Director of Development ● Demonstrated strong communication skills, both written and oral, including ability to write, edit, and proofread written materials for the purpose of direct mail appeals, acknowledgment letters, emails, and other similar correspondence ● Ability to positively engage in direct communication with donors and prospects and collaborate with other staff and external vendors ● Ability to handle simultaneous projects and manage competing deadlines ● Discretion and mature judgment in handling sensitive and confidential information ● Ability to organize, coordinate and manage diverse activities and deadlines ● Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required; position requires driving ● Ability to lift up to 40 pounds Compensation This is a Non-Exempt position with an annual salary range in the low to mid-40’s, depending on qualifications. Benefits PEC offers an outstanding benefits package including health, dental, vision, short and long term disability and term life insurance, a 403 (b) employee pension plan, HSA and FSA options and some employer paid additional supplemental insurance benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity. Upon employment, you will be entitled to paid holidays and will begin accruing personal leave as designated in the PEC Employee Handbook. PEC also offers employees one day of leave per year to perform volunteer work. To Apply: Please email your cover letter and resume to apply@pecva.org To learn more about PEC, go to our website – https://www.pecva.org PEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Location: WarrentonVirginia, United States

dfredenburgh@pecva.org – Posted by dfredenburgh@pecva.org
Location
WarrentonVirginia, United States
Date Posted
12 Oct 2019
Type
Freelance
Job
Node.js Tutorial Writer
osiolabs – Posted by osiolabs
Location
Anywhere
Date Posted
10 Oct 2019
Type
Part-Time
Job
Non Executive Director
Non Executive Director

Non-Executive Directors Employer: Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Location: Dorchester, Dorset Salary: £13,283 (for approximately 20 hrs per month, to be worked flexibly) Contract: 3 years fixed term Join us on our journey from Good to Outstanding Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is the main provider of acute hospital care to the largely rural communities of North and West Dorset, Weymouth and Portland. We are a high performing Trust, providing services in GP surgeries, schools, residential homes, people’s own homes, Dorset County Hospital and five community hospitals, by a dedicated workforce of 3,000 employees. Following its last inspection towards the end of 2018, the Trust was rated as ‘Good’ overall and ‘Good’ for well led with extremely positive observations relating to leadership culture, governance and strong financial management. Dorset County Hospital is also a partner in Dorset’s integrated care system, known locally as “Our Dorset”. This has evolved from years of partnership working to improve services. As well as our Trust, the partnership includes: • Dorset Clinical Commissioning Group • Poole Hospital, the Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals, Dorset Health University Foundation Trust, South Western Ambulance Service. • Bournemouth, Poole & Christchurch Council and Dorset Council. As the NHS undergoes unprecedented change and has published its vision for the future in the NHS Long Term Plan, Our Dorset is further developing its vision to improve the health and wellbeing of our communities. Dorset County Hospital has a key role to play in this vision, seeking innovative ways to ensure the continued provision of safe and sustainable services. By changing how we work with our partners we will ensure that these services are provided at the right time and in the right place for patients, making the most of the skills and expertise of our staff. At this time of huge opportunity and challenge, the Trust is looking to appoint two new non-executive directors, one of whom will have a financial background and will Chair the Trust’s Finance and Performance Committee. We are seeking experienced and talented individuals who will add value to our strong, vibrant, ambitious and forward thinking Board. As a Non- Executive Director you will: • Work with fellow directors to set the Trust’s strategic aims, providing advice and challenge to ensure the standards of good governance are upheld • Provide independent judgement and advice, working with colleagues to provide inspiring leadership within a framework, which enables risks to be assessed and managed whilst upholding the highest standards of probity; • As Board member, be collectively responsible for developing, monitoring and delivering the performance of the Trust, ensuring that excellence remains at its core; • Act as an ambassador for the Trust, promoting its values, engaging with a wide range of stakeholders What we are looking for: If you share our vision and passion for delivering high quality services that are fit for future generations this is the opportunity for you to make a difference to healthcare in Dorset supporting us to take the Trust from ‘Good’ to ‘Outstanding’. • You will ideally have experience as a Director within a complex organisation • You will have a track record of successfully leading organisation change through partnering, collaboration and leadership • You will be a skilled ambassador offering, exceptional communication and strategic influencing skills that deliver results and constructively challenge Board decision making from a neutral and independent perspective • You may have experience of local government or IM&T, or finance in the public or private sector with the highest standards of personal propriety in relation to governance, accountability, risk and financial management We are a Trust that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We would welcome applications from people in groups which are under-represented at Board level. For further information and a confidential discussion please contact Rebekah Ley, Company Secretary on 01305 253295 rebekah.ley@dchft.nhs.uk Timetable: Closing date for applications: 31st October 2019. Telephone/Skype interviews: between 1st-8th November 2019 to suit candidate availability. Formal interviews: 6th December 2019
Location: EnglandUnited Kingdom

Dorset County Hospital – Posted by Dorset County Hospital
Location
EnglandUnited Kingdom
Date Posted
7 Oct 2019
Type
Full-Time
Job
People Person
People Person

Based in Charlottesville, VA, OpenSource Connections is a search / discovery / analytics firm focusing on software development and technology consulting. We believe that when search & discovery is core to your value, you should own it. We do this through empowering search teams with a focus throughout the entire company on the values of Results Matter, I’ve Got This, and Go Team. We believe that when search & discovery is core to your value, you should own it. Our People Person will need to be flexible and adaptable while also being confident enough to advise the leadership team on both daily and strategic people management.
The People Person is part of the company leadership team representing the human resource function with administrative and strategic responsibilities for the US and UK. This role will focus on recruiting, compensation, benefits administration, compliance, employee relations, resource allocation, and culture ambassadorship.
Sample of Responsibilities:
Develop and execute personnel procedures and policies, providing guidance and interpretation for business operations
Administer benefits, compensation, and employee performance programs
Employee relations including conflict management and employee coaching
Administer compensation and benefits programs
“Cruise Ship” director who promotes the company culture and engages employees to do the same
For the UK, US and the states of Virginia and New York as applicable, ensure legal compliance of HR regulations and applicable employment laws
Onboarding - familiarize new employees with OSC programs and practices including utilized systems (payroll, billing, planning, etc), the Entrepreneurial Operating System, continual check-ins with new employees.
Manage recruitment process to ensure that OSC attracts, hires and retains top talent that bring the desired skills while fitting the company culture. This will include employer brand management, development of job descriptions and job postings, compliance with OFCCP, sourcing and screening candidates, internal team interviews, selection, offers, and pre-employment screening. Ensure EEO compliance and applicable UK compliance.
Resource/Capacity Planning – As not all members of the leadership team engaged with employees are fully in touch with all demands on employees’ time, the People Person will keep abreast of billable employees and consultants to ensure they are meeting billable targets, their time is properly allocated, and/or they are not over-extended. This position will also be able to advise if there are consultants/employees who are under utilized and have capacity to serve on another account.
Skills and Qualifications:
Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent
Min of 5 years experience in Human Resources or People Management roles
Excellent communication skills, interpersonal skills, ethics, and cultural awareness
Resourceful, problem-solving aptitude and thorough knowledge of HR procedures and policies
Knowledge of MS Office, HRIS systems, and comfortable learning new technical systems as needed
Proven experience in a lead/generalist role in the human resources function
Confidence and tact to guide leadership team regarding proper people management principles and best business practices
Knowledge of HR federal laws and regulations including OFCCP
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of UK employment laws and regulations
Experience supporting staff in the UK
Consulting firm experience
Technical background
Management experience
Professional coaching experience
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
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OpenSource Connections – Posted by OpenSource
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Anywhere
Date Posted
7 Oct 2019
Type
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Research Assistant or Engineering Technician: Off-grid Energy Access
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Location
ArcataCalifornia, United States
Date Posted
1 Oct 2019
Type
Full-Time
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Police Constable
Police Constable

LGBTI Focused Event Police Scotland is running one day events aimed at encouraging you to ‘Discover your Journey’ towards considering a career in policing. The events are designed to provide an insight into the role of a police officer/special constable. Members of the LGBTI community are currently under-represented in Police Scotland and it is hoped the event will inspire you to consider a career in the policing family. At the event you will: •Hear from serving LGBTI officers and Allies about their personal journey before and during their career in Police Scotland •Receive inputs from specialist departments •Speak to police officers •Learn about the recruitment process Force Training campus Recruitment Centre, Eaglesham Road Jackton G75, 8GR 9:30am - 3.30pm Saturday 26th October 2019 For more information and to reserve a space please email: recruitmentpositiveactionteam@scotland.pnn.police.uk On appointment to the service £26,037 On completion of 1 years service £28,392 On completion of 2 years service £30,747 Rising by annual increments after 10 years to £40,878 Police Officer vacancies throughout Scotland.
Location: ScotlandUnited Kingdom

POLICE SCOTLAND – Posted by POLICE SCOTLAND
Location
ScotlandUnited Kingdom
Date Posted
11 Sep 2019
Type
Full-Time
Job
Ballot Access Field Organizer
Ballot Access Field Organizer

Ballot Access Field Organizer Location: Multiple States Desired Start Date: ASAP Type: Full time Application Deadline: Rolling Summary: Bernie 2020 is seeking motivated, dynamic Field Organizers to join our Ballot Access Organizing Team. The Ballot Access Organizing Team travels the country to organize the important effort to gather petition signatures to qualify Senator Bernie Sanders for the ballot across a number of states. Our campaign will harness its large national grassroots volunteer base to complete this effort. We encourage you to apply for this position if you are passionate about building a volunteer capacity to do this critical signature collection work. The ideal candidate enjoys recruiting volunteer leaders, developing and training volunteers, managing signature collection in their designated regions and is extremely organized and detail-oriented. Essential Duties: Identify, recruit, and support volunteer leaders; Recruit, train and develop teams of volunteers; Build meaningful relationships with volunteers and supporters; Organize events and mass meetings; Use digital tools to support organizing on the ground; Motivate volunteers to meet signature collection goals; Collect signatures during door-to-door and site-based canvassing events; Carefully track and report progress to goal in assigned region; Meet and exceed signature collection goals; Frequent travel throughout the U.S.; and Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Ability to multitask, create and achieve goals, meet deadlines and creatively solve problems; Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to quickly build relationships with volunteers; Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, such as canvasses and barnstorms; Strong willingness to learn and adapt; Ability to take feedback and implement changes in real time; Good listening skills; Strong organizational skills and incredible attention to detail; Willingness to spend several weeks at a time away from home; Valid license to drive and ability to drive a rental car. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in signature collection efforts, whether for candidate or ballot initiative campaigns; Public speaking skills and/or experience leading trainings for medium-sized or large groups; Experience working in the following states: AL, DE, IL, IN, MT, OH, VA, WA; and Experience working or volunteering on electoral, union, or community organizing campaigns. Salary $42,000 a year Benefits Full Time employees are eligible for benefits, including health care, vision, and dental insurance; sick leave, paid time off, cell phone stipend, and more. Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion This campaign is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in hiring, in programming, and in all other aspects of the work we do. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are deeply connected to our mission, our success, and to serving the American people. Some organizational priorities include: Building policies, procedures and services that uplift and protect everyone and do not lead to inequalities; Creating teams and relationships among staff, volunteers, and supporters that are reflective of the populations we serve; Increasing engagement of communities of color, women, those with disabilities, and all people historically shut out of electoral and caucus processes; Prioritizing the inclusion of diverse communities in internal leadership; Fostering a culture of open-mindedness, compassion, and inclusiveness; Creating and maintaining opportunities for engagement, education, and discourse related to issues of equity, diversity, and inclusion; and Changing the historical culture of inequity and exclusion pervasive in political campaigns. Equal Opportunity Employer The Campaign recruits, hires, trains, transfers, and promotes qualified candidates on the basis of individual merit and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law.
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Bernie 2020 – Posted by Bernie 2020
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Anywhere
Date Posted
10 Sep 2019

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