SUNY Orange County Community College
Middletown, NY, USA
Academic Fieldwork Coordinator (AFWC) - 10 Month
Category: Staff and Chair Department: Occupational Therapy Assistant Locations: Middletown, NY Posted: May 8, 2024 Closes: May 28, 2024 - 11:59 PM EDT Type: 10-month Position ID: 175496
About SUNY Orange:
Orange County Community College (SUNY Orange), located in the scenic Hudson Valley, is a multi-campus College with locations in the cities of Middletown and Newburgh, NY. We proudly claim the distinction of being the first county-sponsored New York State Community College. And, for over 70 years, SUNY Orange has been the primary workforce provider and educational resource for residents of Orange County and neighboring counties.
Our students come from all walks of life and are committed to their education and career development. Our graduates speak highly of a curriculum that challenges them and prepares them upon graduation to be competitive and successful if they are directly entering the workforce or to thrive when they transfer to four-year institutions. SUNY Orange values diversity, has been certified as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and has been named a Military Friendly college.
The College seeks dynamic individuals eager to engage in thoughtful, energetic and impactful leadership, and to help shape the future of a College that is respected within its community. If you desire the opportunity to mold the members of our diverse student body into the accomplished professionals and leaders they wish to become, crave an administrative atmosphere where creativity and forward-thinking ideas are welcomed, and are willing to roll up your sleeves to make it all happen, we encourage you to consider joining our College community.
Job Description:
SUNY Orange is currently seeking an Academic Fieldwork Coordinator to join their team in the Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) department.
The Academic Fieldwork Coordinator (AFWC) serves as a liaison between the Occupational Therapy Assistant program and the clinical fieldwork education sites. This role is also responsible for the establishment of fieldwork/clinical site and clinical faculty standards, implementation, selection, and evaluation of clinical sites, and fosters the ongoing development of and communication with fieldwork clinical education sites and their faculty.
The Academic Fieldwork Coordinator (AFWC) must be able to travel between both campuses and clinical fieldwork sites as needed.
Requirements:
Education Required: Master's degree awarded by an institution that is accredited by a USDE-recognized institutional accrediting agency.
Experience Required: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in the State of NY; National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certified; Two (2) years of clinical experience which includes serving as a fieldwork educator and/or center coordinator of fieldwork education; Computer literate.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Worker Characteristics:
• Community college or higher education experience teaching.
• Ability to effectively establish and maintain working relationships with supervising personnel, coworkers, all constituents, and the public.
• Perform well under pressure, within time constraints, with a high degree of accuracy, diplomacy, and confidentiality.
• Ability to coordinate workflow while dealing with multiple projects and deadlines.
• Bilingual skills.
Additional Information:
Deadline for Applying: May 27, 2024
Position begins August 5, 2024.
Salary: $57,431 per annum plus a $3,273 stipend per contract; Redefined load of 12 credits or 16 contacts per Academic Year. This is a full-time, 10 month, Staff & Chair position.
SUNY Orange offers a competitive benefits package which includes:
• Excellent low-cost health insurance
• Generous leave policy (including Winter and Spring Breaks)
• Educational Assistance
• Retirement Plans
• Retiree Health Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance
• PSLF Loan Forgiveness
Orange County Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction or any other category protected by law. The College adheres to all federal and state civil rights laws prohibiting discrimination in public institutions of higher education. Inquiries regarding this non-discrimination policy may be directed to: Iris Martinez-Davis, Civil Rights Compliance Officer, 115 South Street, Middletown, NY 10940, (845) 341-4662, iris.martinezdavis@sunyorange.edu.
Application Instructions:
Create a SUNY Orange Employment Account by clicking on the APPLY NOW button. Upload the following documents, which are required for consideration:
• Cover Letter
• Resume
• References: Include three (3) professional references (including names, phone numbers and e-mail addresses). References will not be contacted without prior permission of the candidate.
• Orange County Community College values a diverse and inclusive community. Please include in your cover letter an answer to the following questions: 1. How has diversity and inclusion played a part in your career? 2. How would you bring that insight into your position at the college?
Official transcripts will be required upon employment. Foreign transcripts which are not accompanied by an evaluation from an approved agency may not be reviewed. Applicants may contact NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluating Service) at www.naces.org to obtain a list of members providing this service. Any expenses incurred for this service must be borne by the applicant. Foreign transcript translations by applicant or educational institution are not acceptable.
All applicants must have the legal right to accept employment in the United States. SUNY Orange does not support visa applications.
Employment at the College may be subject to the favorable result of a background investigation.
To apply: https://apptrkr.com/5263685
Full Time
Academic Fieldwork Coordinator (AFWC) - 10 Month
Category: Staff and Chair Department: Occupational Therapy Assistant Locations: Middletown, NY Posted: May 8, 2024 Closes: May 28, 2024 - 11:59 PM EDT Type: 10-month Position ID: 175496
About SUNY Orange:
Orange County Community College (SUNY Orange), located in the scenic Hudson Valley, is a multi-campus College with locations in the cities of Middletown and Newburgh, NY. We proudly claim the distinction of being the first county-sponsored New York State Community College. And, for over 70 years, SUNY Orange has been the primary workforce provider and educational resource for residents of Orange County and neighboring counties.
Our students come from all walks of life and are committed to their education and career development. Our graduates speak highly of a curriculum that challenges them and prepares them upon graduation to be competitive and successful if they are directly entering the workforce or to thrive when they transfer to four-year institutions. SUNY Orange values diversity, has been certified as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and has been named a Military Friendly college.
The College seeks dynamic individuals eager to engage in thoughtful, energetic and impactful leadership, and to help shape the future of a College that is respected within its community. If you desire the opportunity to mold the members of our diverse student body into the accomplished professionals and leaders they wish to become, crave an administrative atmosphere where creativity and forward-thinking ideas are welcomed, and are willing to roll up your sleeves to make it all happen, we encourage you to consider joining our College community.
Job Description:
SUNY Orange is currently seeking an Academic Fieldwork Coordinator to join their team in the Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) department.
The Academic Fieldwork Coordinator (AFWC) serves as a liaison between the Occupational Therapy Assistant program and the clinical fieldwork education sites. This role is also responsible for the establishment of fieldwork/clinical site and clinical faculty standards, implementation, selection, and evaluation of clinical sites, and fosters the ongoing development of and communication with fieldwork clinical education sites and their faculty.
The Academic Fieldwork Coordinator (AFWC) must be able to travel between both campuses and clinical fieldwork sites as needed.
Requirements:
Education Required: Master's degree awarded by an institution that is accredited by a USDE-recognized institutional accrediting agency.
Experience Required: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in the State of NY; National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certified; Two (2) years of clinical experience which includes serving as a fieldwork educator and/or center coordinator of fieldwork education; Computer literate.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Worker Characteristics:
• Community college or higher education experience teaching.
• Ability to effectively establish and maintain working relationships with supervising personnel, coworkers, all constituents, and the public.
• Perform well under pressure, within time constraints, with a high degree of accuracy, diplomacy, and confidentiality.
• Ability to coordinate workflow while dealing with multiple projects and deadlines.
• Bilingual skills.
Additional Information:
Deadline for Applying: May 27, 2024
Position begins August 5, 2024.
Salary: $57,431 per annum plus a $3,273 stipend per contract; Redefined load of 12 credits or 16 contacts per Academic Year. This is a full-time, 10 month, Staff & Chair position.
SUNY Orange offers a competitive benefits package which includes:
• Excellent low-cost health insurance
• Generous leave policy (including Winter and Spring Breaks)
• Educational Assistance
• Retirement Plans
• Retiree Health Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance
• PSLF Loan Forgiveness
Orange County Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction or any other category protected by law. The College adheres to all federal and state civil rights laws prohibiting discrimination in public institutions of higher education. Inquiries regarding this non-discrimination policy may be directed to: Iris Martinez-Davis, Civil Rights Compliance Officer, 115 South Street, Middletown, NY 10940, (845) 341-4662, iris.martinezdavis@sunyorange.edu.
Application Instructions:
Create a SUNY Orange Employment Account by clicking on the APPLY NOW button. Upload the following documents, which are required for consideration:
• Cover Letter
• Resume
• References: Include three (3) professional references (including names, phone numbers and e-mail addresses). References will not be contacted without prior permission of the candidate.
• Orange County Community College values a diverse and inclusive community. Please include in your cover letter an answer to the following questions: 1. How has diversity and inclusion played a part in your career? 2. How would you bring that insight into your position at the college?
Official transcripts will be required upon employment. Foreign transcripts which are not accompanied by an evaluation from an approved agency may not be reviewed. Applicants may contact NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluating Service) at www.naces.org to obtain a list of members providing this service. Any expenses incurred for this service must be borne by the applicant. Foreign transcript translations by applicant or educational institution are not acceptable.
All applicants must have the legal right to accept employment in the United States. SUNY Orange does not support visa applications.
Employment at the College may be subject to the favorable result of a background investigation.
To apply: https://apptrkr.com/5263685
University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA, USA
Pediatric Cardiology Health Sciences Series - Heart Failure and Transplantation
University of California Los Angeles
Requisition Number: JPF09362
UCLA Mattel Children's Hospital Division of Pediatric Cardiology is seeking a Pediatric heart failure and transplantation physician. Applicants should have formal 4th year fellowship training in Pediatric heart failure, cardiomyopathy, transplantation, and mechanical circulatory support and must be board certified/eligible in Pediatric Cardiology. Current trainees are welcome to apply.
The Heart Transplant program at UCLA Mattel Children's Hospital was established in 1984. We have grown to average ~12 transplants a year and 4-6 ventricular assist devices a year, in patients of all complexities, with great outcomes. We recently performed our programs 500th transplant. We currently follow greater than 100 post-transplant patients and a similar number of heart failure patients. The new faculty member will join the team as a junior transplant cardiologist working with our group of four academic specialized cardiologists (Dr. Leigh Reardon, Dr. Nancy Halnon, and Dr. Juan “Chuck” Alejos), two transplant coordinator/nurse practitioner and an extensive multidisciplinary team who serve our cardiomyopathy/ventricular device/ heart failure/transplant population. We have outreach clinics at several local hospitals. The UCLA Mattel Children's Heart Transplant/Heart Failure team also spearheads the single ventricle, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, muscular dystrophies and pulmonary hypertension programs. These programs are multidisciplinary including hepatologists, electrophysiologists, neuromuscular specialist and pulmonologists. We also benefit from the adult transplant programs and their vast experience. Our center participates in multiple research/collaborative databases as well as clinical research studies.
The UCLA Mattel Children's Heart Center serves a population of over 25 million in the heart of the USA. Our referral base locally extends over 4 counties. Annually, we perform over 300 cardiac surgeries (including hybrid procedures), over 600 cardiac catheterizations (including EP procedures), and 18,000 echocardiograms. We have a growing group of cardiologists covering all other subspecialties (EP, interventional, advanced imaging and fetal. We have a collaborative program with Children's Hospital Orange County with joint conferences and we are responsible for the care of their cardiomyopathy population.
The position also includes a faculty appointment at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. In addition to heart failure/transplant care, applicants will also participate in general cardiology outpatient clinics, inpatient cardiology service, consults and occasional general cardiology call. Salary and academic rank are commensurate with experience.
The successful applicant must share our unwavering commitment to excellence, integrity, collegiality, antiracism, and respect for inclusion of individuals with diverse backgrounds.
Application link: https://apptrkr.com/5253061
Salary Scales The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 5, APU 4 [https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2023-24/oct-2023-acad-salary-scales/t5-summary.pdf]. The salary range for this position is $121,100 - $468,530. This position includes membership in the health sciences compensation plan [https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-670.pdf], which provides for eligibility for additional compensation.
Cultural North Star: The shared values of the DGSOM are expressed in the Cultural North Star, which was developed by members of our community and affirms our unswerving commitment to doing what's right, making things better, and being kind. These are the standards to which we hold ourselves, and one another. Please read more about this important DGSOM program at https://medschool.ucla.edu/cultural-north-star
UC Regents Statement on Ethical Values and Standards of Conduct: All aspects of searches are confidential, and all candidates are expected to review and abide by UC Regents Policy 1111 on Statement on Ethical Values and Standards of Conduct https://regents.universityofcalifornia.edu/governance/policies/1111.html.
Anti-Racism Roadmap The David Geffen School of Medicine Anit-racism roadmap is our co-created path to ensuring racial justice, equity, diversity and inclusion. We are committed to actively dismantling structural racism in our organization as described in more detail at: https://medschool.ucla.edu/diversity-anti-racism-roadmap
To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/5253061
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, see: UC Nondiscrimination & Affirmative Action Policy, https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/DiscHarassAffirmAction
Full Time
Pediatric Cardiology Health Sciences Series - Heart Failure and Transplantation
University of California Los Angeles
Requisition Number: JPF09362
UCLA Mattel Children's Hospital Division of Pediatric Cardiology is seeking a Pediatric heart failure and transplantation physician. Applicants should have formal 4th year fellowship training in Pediatric heart failure, cardiomyopathy, transplantation, and mechanical circulatory support and must be board certified/eligible in Pediatric Cardiology. Current trainees are welcome to apply.
The Heart Transplant program at UCLA Mattel Children's Hospital was established in 1984. We have grown to average ~12 transplants a year and 4-6 ventricular assist devices a year, in patients of all complexities, with great outcomes. We recently performed our programs 500th transplant. We currently follow greater than 100 post-transplant patients and a similar number of heart failure patients. The new faculty member will join the team as a junior transplant cardiologist working with our group of four academic specialized cardiologists (Dr. Leigh Reardon, Dr. Nancy Halnon, and Dr. Juan “Chuck” Alejos), two transplant coordinator/nurse practitioner and an extensive multidisciplinary team who serve our cardiomyopathy/ventricular device/ heart failure/transplant population. We have outreach clinics at several local hospitals. The UCLA Mattel Children's Heart Transplant/Heart Failure team also spearheads the single ventricle, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, muscular dystrophies and pulmonary hypertension programs. These programs are multidisciplinary including hepatologists, electrophysiologists, neuromuscular specialist and pulmonologists. We also benefit from the adult transplant programs and their vast experience. Our center participates in multiple research/collaborative databases as well as clinical research studies.
The UCLA Mattel Children's Heart Center serves a population of over 25 million in the heart of the USA. Our referral base locally extends over 4 counties. Annually, we perform over 300 cardiac surgeries (including hybrid procedures), over 600 cardiac catheterizations (including EP procedures), and 18,000 echocardiograms. We have a growing group of cardiologists covering all other subspecialties (EP, interventional, advanced imaging and fetal. We have a collaborative program with Children's Hospital Orange County with joint conferences and we are responsible for the care of their cardiomyopathy population.
The position also includes a faculty appointment at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. In addition to heart failure/transplant care, applicants will also participate in general cardiology outpatient clinics, inpatient cardiology service, consults and occasional general cardiology call. Salary and academic rank are commensurate with experience.
The successful applicant must share our unwavering commitment to excellence, integrity, collegiality, antiracism, and respect for inclusion of individuals with diverse backgrounds.
Application link: https://apptrkr.com/5253061
Salary Scales The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 5, APU 4 [https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2023-24/oct-2023-acad-salary-scales/t5-summary.pdf]. The salary range for this position is $121,100 - $468,530. This position includes membership in the health sciences compensation plan [https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-670.pdf], which provides for eligibility for additional compensation.
Cultural North Star: The shared values of the DGSOM are expressed in the Cultural North Star, which was developed by members of our community and affirms our unswerving commitment to doing what's right, making things better, and being kind. These are the standards to which we hold ourselves, and one another. Please read more about this important DGSOM program at https://medschool.ucla.edu/cultural-north-star
UC Regents Statement on Ethical Values and Standards of Conduct: All aspects of searches are confidential, and all candidates are expected to review and abide by UC Regents Policy 1111 on Statement on Ethical Values and Standards of Conduct https://regents.universityofcalifornia.edu/governance/policies/1111.html.
Anti-Racism Roadmap The David Geffen School of Medicine Anit-racism roadmap is our co-created path to ensuring racial justice, equity, diversity and inclusion. We are committed to actively dismantling structural racism in our organization as described in more detail at: https://medschool.ucla.edu/diversity-anti-racism-roadmap
To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/5253061
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, see: UC Nondiscrimination & Affirmative Action Policy, https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/DiscHarassAffirmAction
Alachua County Board of County Commissioners
Gainesville, FL
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree with major course work in environmental science, environmental engineering, chemistry, natural science, or a related field, and three years of professional level environmental related experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Applicants within six months of meeting the education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. This is a supervisory land management position in the Alachua County Land Conservation and Management program (Alachua County Forever). This position is responsible for all aspects of managing conservation lands in the Alachua County preserve system. Forestry experience desirable. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is a professional position that may supervise work in any of the following areas depending on the hiring division: inspection, testing and enforcement of air and water pollution control ordinances, hazardous waste management or collection, as well as protection, evaluation, stewardship and/or management of natural and historic resources for Alachua County. The employee assigned to this classification may be responsible for coordinating and supervising field and laboratory activities related to water quality, air quality or other environmental monitoring and assessment, technical review of contaminated site remediation, public education program coordination, regulatory activities regarding natural/historic resources, hazardous materials, hazardous waste collection, and/or land stewardship activities. Responsibilities will vary according to Department and division assignment within the Solid Waste & Resource Recovery Department (Hazardous Waste Management) and the Environmental Protection Department (Natural Resources, Water Resources, Petroleum Management, Land Conservation and/or Hazardous Materials Management). Work is performed under the direction of a higher level professional supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of results obtained. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Conducts and supervises field collection of samples and/or data and/or observations for environmental analysis, evaluates data, prepares reports and recommendations. Coordinates with other regulatory agencies. May supervise and coordinate the activities of subordinate employees including determining work procedures and schedules; issuing instructions and assigning duties; reviewing work; recommending personnel actions; conducting performance reviews; and conducting departmental training and orientation. Receives complaints regarding violations of environmental regulations and/or solid waste regulations and/or site-specific rules, plans, and guidelines; investigates complaint for corrective action and makes recommendations. Provides guidance and oversight and enforcement of federal, state and local environmental regulations. Evaluates inspection and monitoring data from multiple sources. Depending on the hiring division, examples may include water monitoring wells, solid waste management sites, wastewater treatment plants, and hazardous materials management facilities, photopoints, transects or data from other agencies as appropriate. May coordinate and/or assist with stewardship activities such as natural resource restoration, controlled burns, exotic plant control, field inspections, and environmental monitoring and assist with land acquisition. Prepares reports and recommendations. Prepares and conducts public education programs and compliance assistance training programs. Designs and establishes environmental monitoring programs as needed. Testifies, as needed, at administrative hearings and/or court as a technical witness and/or to support enforcement actions. Assists the supervisor in the preparation of periodic operating reports and presentations to various Boards; provides input into area budget needs. Operates, as required, motor vehicles (including departmental motor vehicles and four-wheel drive vehicles), as well as small equipment and machinery, in order to conduct job duties that, depending on the hiring division, may include field tests, inspections, evaluations, prescribed burns, exotic species control, and investigations to obtain data for use in determining code compliance, sources of, and methods for controlling County-wide environmental pollutants, performing on-site evaluations, plant and animal surveys, and other ecological monitoring as appropriate. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. Land Conservation Division: Plans and implements land stewardship activities on Alachua County natural areas including exotic plant control, prescribed fire, forestry, restoration and site development. Develops projects and scopes of work, coordinates and oversees contractors performing land stewardship activities such as: invasive plant and animal control, site preparation, planting, timber harvesting, site maintenance, site development, natural and cultural resource monitoring, restoration and prescribed burning. May coordinate prescribed burning activities on County owned or managed properties, through preparation, review and implementation of burn prescriptions. May serve as burn boss or burn crew member on prescribed burns. May plan and implement maintenance and creation of firebreaks and preparation of areas for burning. May coordinate with the Florida Forest Service, contractors and other agencies on prescribed burning and other stewardship activities. May perform environmental assessments of properties nominated for acquisition through the Alachua County Forever Program to identify natural resources, physiographic and ecological characteristics, hydrological resources, manageability, and public accessibility. Analyzes environmental considerations and prepares evaluation reports. Responsible for land acquisition and stewardship activities such as controlled burns, exotic plant control, field inspections, and environmental monitoring, preparation of base-line monitoring reports and development of management plans. Natural Resources Division: Analyzes environmental characteristics of development applications and administrative permits and may provide recommendations on land use, zoning and site plans. Performs compliance inspections for development projects to determine consistency with environmental code requirements and development order conditions. Responds to citizen and agency inquiries and complaints related to natural and water resource issues. Receives complaints regarding violations of environmental regulations and/or site-specific rules, plans, and guidelines; investigates potential enforcement situations for corrective action and resolution. Coordinates and conducts natural resources outreach and education. Performs environmental assessments of special planning areas to identify natural resources and historic resources and physiographic and ecological characteristics. Assists in developing and implementing elements in the County's Comprehensive Plan and land development regulations. Hazardous Materials Management: Performs rotational 24/7 on call and emergency response as required for hazardous materials incidents/releases within the County and coordinates remediation of spills. Interacts and coordinates with inter-agencies, state and federal agencies as needed/required. Performs periodic compliance and enforcement inspections of regulated facilities, contaminated sites, remediation sites, and other environmental sites to ensure compliance with and enforcement of local codes, ordinances, state and federal regulatory programs; reviews permits and compliance status. Manages remediation activities at environmental sites, including technical and/or cost oversight of engineering contractors for compliance monitoring, contamination assessments and remedial actions arising from groundwater, surface water, soil or ambient air contamination with hazardous or toxic materials and petroleum products to ensure compliance with program regulations and local ordinances. Prepares and reviews purchase orders or work orders and reviews invoices for work performed or services or goods provided by contractors and vendors in support of county or state contracted regulatory programs or hazardous materials and waste management programs. Performs emergency spill response as required for hazardous materials or petroleum product spills in support of first responders and coordinates remediation of spills. Assists in developing pollution control, air pollution and hazardous and solid waste elements of land development regulations, County Comprehensive Plan, and ordinances and regulations. Oversees and enforces compliance with federal, state and local regulations, including the proper storage, handling, transportation and disposal of hazardous materials. Responds to citizen and multi-agency inquiries and complaints related to hazardous materials and hazardous waste issues. Receives complaints regarding violations of environmental regulations, codes, and ordinances and/or site-specific rules, plans, and guidelines; investigates potential civil and/or criminal enforcement situations for corrective action and resolution. Coordinates and conducts hazardous materials outreach and education. Prepares and revises procedures and implements staff training on various hazardous materials safety policies and procedures including proper documentation and training records. Petroleum Management Division: Petroleum Restoration Program: Provides oversight and management of work conducted at petroleum hydrocarbon contaminated sites under the Florida Department of Environmental Protection's Petroleum Restoration Program. Provides technical and fiscal oversight of assessment and remediation activities. Develops cost effective scopes of work and purchase orders, and reviews invoices for quality and completeness of work performed or goods and service provided by contractors and vendors. Reviews deliverables, technical documents and invoices for accuracy and completeness, issues comment and approval letters, and updates County and State project tracking databases and document repositories. Conducts field, installation, and operation & maintenance inspections. Storage Tanks Compliance Program: Conducts petroleum storage tanks inspections under the Florida Department of Environmental Protection's Storage Tanks Compliance Verification Program, including but not limited to routine compliance, installation, closure, discharge, non-compliance, and complaint inspections. Records inspection results in the State's Florida Inspection Reporting Storage Tanks (FIRST) on-line database, produces inspection reports, and issues in compliance, compliance assistance offer, and return to compliance letters. Communicates with facility owners/operators, compliance contractors, and certified pollutant storage system contractors to schedule and conduct annual compliance inspections, and coordinate installation and closure inspections. Water Resources Division: Coordinates and conducts water resources outreach and education. Monitors and performs wastewater treatment facility inspections. Conducts training on erosion and sediment control. Prepares, coordinates and manages contracts and grants. Collects groundwater and surface water samples and ensures data quality assurance and quality control procedures and targets are met. Analyzes water quality and hydrologic data and prepares technical reports. Oversees and enforces compliance with federal, state and local water resources regulations. Drives a County and/or personal vehicle to perform required duties. Hazardous Waste Management Division (SWRR): Coordinates operations programs for solid waste, household hazardous wastes, used oil collection and waste reduction/recycling alternatives so as to maintain compliance with appropriate regulations. Prepares and reviews purchase orders or work orders and reviews invoices for work performed or services or goods provided by contractors and vendors in support of county or state contracted hazardous waste management programs. Prepares and revises procedures and implements staff training on various hazardous materials safety policies and procedures including proper documentation and training records. Routinely prepares hazardous waste packages for shipment according to DOT regulations. Routinely identifies and categorizes unknown waste streams received from customers according to SOP. Assists with fiscal budgeting, scheduling, communication and logistical details of hazardous waste collection grants, special projects and neighborhood collection activities. Oversees and supervises all operations of the HHW collection center when the Household Hazardous Waste Coordinator is not present. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Thorough knowledge of the technical methods and procedures involved in the administration of environmental regulations, programs and policies. Depending on assigned division, this may include: technical methods and procedures involved in land management and acquisition; theories and practices of ecology and land management, including restoration, weed science and prescribed burning; knowledge of the flora, fauna and ecology of North Central Florida; general environmental programs such as solid waste management, hazardous waste disposal, petroleum cleanup, air and water monitoring, natural and historic resource protection, land acquisition and land stewardship. Considerable knowledge of environmental sampling procedures and equipment. Knowledge of local, state, and federal rules, regulations, and ordinances related to environmental protection. Knowledge of word processing and data management programs and Geographic Information Systems. Knowledge of effective supervisory techniques and modern principles and practices of supervision. Skill in the operation of motor vehicles, small equipment and machinery. Ability to apply engineering and scientific principles and methods. Ability to effectively supervise and coordinate the activities of subordinate employees. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to create concise, clear and succinct technical reports. Ability to research technical problems, formulates recommendations, and compiles related reports. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, the general public and other County agencies. Hazardous Materials Division: Knowledge of applicable codes, ordinances, statutes, rules, regulations, program policies, technical guidance, and memoranda. Knowledge of hazardous materials and hazardous waste regulations and emergency response operations. Working knowledge of MS Office Suite, ArcMap, GIS, data management and data validation. Water Resources Division: Working knowledge of MS Word and Excel, and data management and data validation. Natural Resources D i v i s i on : Working knowledge of GIS, MS Word and Excel, SharePoint, and data management.. Considerable skill in the identification of local flora, fauna and natural communities, and wetland delineation. Land Conservation Division: Considerable skill in the identification of local flora, fauna and natural communities, operation, maintenance and transportation of heavy trucks, farm tractors, wildland fire engines, pumps, chain saws, mowers and trimmers used in preserve maintenance, fuels management and restoration. Working knowledge of GIS and data management. Petroleum Management Division: Knowledge of applicable statutes, rules, regulations, program policies, technical guidance, and memoranda. Knowledge of state-approved storage tank system equipment, installation specifications, and closure procedures. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must lift and/or move up to 80 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Hazardous Waste Management Division (SWRR): While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to use hands to finger, handle or fell, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, sit; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb stairs or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move in excess of 100 pounds in the preparation of hazardous waste for disposal by use of 55-gallon drums. Occasionally required to use personal protective equipment (PPE) in dealing with hazardous waste. Specific visual abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee may perform field work in inclement weather and harsh conditions such as wet areas and dense brush with biting insects, venomous animals or irritating plants. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Land Conservation Division: The employee may regularly work near moving parts, are regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles, extreme heat and a loud work environment. Hazardous Materials: While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in various facilities, near moving mechanical parts, potential elevation with climbing and is regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The employee occasionally works in precarious places, occasional extreme climate conditions and can be potentially exposed to vapors, airborne particles, and toxic chemicals. Hazardous Waste Management Division (SWRR): While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts, and is regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The employee occasionally works in precarious places, and is frequently exposed to fumes and airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Full-time
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree with major course work in environmental science, environmental engineering, chemistry, natural science, or a related field, and three years of professional level environmental related experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Applicants within six months of meeting the education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. This is a supervisory land management position in the Alachua County Land Conservation and Management program (Alachua County Forever). This position is responsible for all aspects of managing conservation lands in the Alachua County preserve system. Forestry experience desirable. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is a professional position that may supervise work in any of the following areas depending on the hiring division: inspection, testing and enforcement of air and water pollution control ordinances, hazardous waste management or collection, as well as protection, evaluation, stewardship and/or management of natural and historic resources for Alachua County. The employee assigned to this classification may be responsible for coordinating and supervising field and laboratory activities related to water quality, air quality or other environmental monitoring and assessment, technical review of contaminated site remediation, public education program coordination, regulatory activities regarding natural/historic resources, hazardous materials, hazardous waste collection, and/or land stewardship activities. Responsibilities will vary according to Department and division assignment within the Solid Waste & Resource Recovery Department (Hazardous Waste Management) and the Environmental Protection Department (Natural Resources, Water Resources, Petroleum Management, Land Conservation and/or Hazardous Materials Management). Work is performed under the direction of a higher level professional supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of results obtained. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Conducts and supervises field collection of samples and/or data and/or observations for environmental analysis, evaluates data, prepares reports and recommendations. Coordinates with other regulatory agencies. May supervise and coordinate the activities of subordinate employees including determining work procedures and schedules; issuing instructions and assigning duties; reviewing work; recommending personnel actions; conducting performance reviews; and conducting departmental training and orientation. Receives complaints regarding violations of environmental regulations and/or solid waste regulations and/or site-specific rules, plans, and guidelines; investigates complaint for corrective action and makes recommendations. Provides guidance and oversight and enforcement of federal, state and local environmental regulations. Evaluates inspection and monitoring data from multiple sources. Depending on the hiring division, examples may include water monitoring wells, solid waste management sites, wastewater treatment plants, and hazardous materials management facilities, photopoints, transects or data from other agencies as appropriate. May coordinate and/or assist with stewardship activities such as natural resource restoration, controlled burns, exotic plant control, field inspections, and environmental monitoring and assist with land acquisition. Prepares reports and recommendations. Prepares and conducts public education programs and compliance assistance training programs. Designs and establishes environmental monitoring programs as needed. Testifies, as needed, at administrative hearings and/or court as a technical witness and/or to support enforcement actions. Assists the supervisor in the preparation of periodic operating reports and presentations to various Boards; provides input into area budget needs. Operates, as required, motor vehicles (including departmental motor vehicles and four-wheel drive vehicles), as well as small equipment and machinery, in order to conduct job duties that, depending on the hiring division, may include field tests, inspections, evaluations, prescribed burns, exotic species control, and investigations to obtain data for use in determining code compliance, sources of, and methods for controlling County-wide environmental pollutants, performing on-site evaluations, plant and animal surveys, and other ecological monitoring as appropriate. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. Land Conservation Division: Plans and implements land stewardship activities on Alachua County natural areas including exotic plant control, prescribed fire, forestry, restoration and site development. Develops projects and scopes of work, coordinates and oversees contractors performing land stewardship activities such as: invasive plant and animal control, site preparation, planting, timber harvesting, site maintenance, site development, natural and cultural resource monitoring, restoration and prescribed burning. May coordinate prescribed burning activities on County owned or managed properties, through preparation, review and implementation of burn prescriptions. May serve as burn boss or burn crew member on prescribed burns. May plan and implement maintenance and creation of firebreaks and preparation of areas for burning. May coordinate with the Florida Forest Service, contractors and other agencies on prescribed burning and other stewardship activities. May perform environmental assessments of properties nominated for acquisition through the Alachua County Forever Program to identify natural resources, physiographic and ecological characteristics, hydrological resources, manageability, and public accessibility. Analyzes environmental considerations and prepares evaluation reports. Responsible for land acquisition and stewardship activities such as controlled burns, exotic plant control, field inspections, and environmental monitoring, preparation of base-line monitoring reports and development of management plans. Natural Resources Division: Analyzes environmental characteristics of development applications and administrative permits and may provide recommendations on land use, zoning and site plans. Performs compliance inspections for development projects to determine consistency with environmental code requirements and development order conditions. Responds to citizen and agency inquiries and complaints related to natural and water resource issues. Receives complaints regarding violations of environmental regulations and/or site-specific rules, plans, and guidelines; investigates potential enforcement situations for corrective action and resolution. Coordinates and conducts natural resources outreach and education. Performs environmental assessments of special planning areas to identify natural resources and historic resources and physiographic and ecological characteristics. Assists in developing and implementing elements in the County's Comprehensive Plan and land development regulations. Hazardous Materials Management: Performs rotational 24/7 on call and emergency response as required for hazardous materials incidents/releases within the County and coordinates remediation of spills. Interacts and coordinates with inter-agencies, state and federal agencies as needed/required. Performs periodic compliance and enforcement inspections of regulated facilities, contaminated sites, remediation sites, and other environmental sites to ensure compliance with and enforcement of local codes, ordinances, state and federal regulatory programs; reviews permits and compliance status. Manages remediation activities at environmental sites, including technical and/or cost oversight of engineering contractors for compliance monitoring, contamination assessments and remedial actions arising from groundwater, surface water, soil or ambient air contamination with hazardous or toxic materials and petroleum products to ensure compliance with program regulations and local ordinances. Prepares and reviews purchase orders or work orders and reviews invoices for work performed or services or goods provided by contractors and vendors in support of county or state contracted regulatory programs or hazardous materials and waste management programs. Performs emergency spill response as required for hazardous materials or petroleum product spills in support of first responders and coordinates remediation of spills. Assists in developing pollution control, air pollution and hazardous and solid waste elements of land development regulations, County Comprehensive Plan, and ordinances and regulations. Oversees and enforces compliance with federal, state and local regulations, including the proper storage, handling, transportation and disposal of hazardous materials. Responds to citizen and multi-agency inquiries and complaints related to hazardous materials and hazardous waste issues. Receives complaints regarding violations of environmental regulations, codes, and ordinances and/or site-specific rules, plans, and guidelines; investigates potential civil and/or criminal enforcement situations for corrective action and resolution. Coordinates and conducts hazardous materials outreach and education. Prepares and revises procedures and implements staff training on various hazardous materials safety policies and procedures including proper documentation and training records. Petroleum Management Division: Petroleum Restoration Program: Provides oversight and management of work conducted at petroleum hydrocarbon contaminated sites under the Florida Department of Environmental Protection's Petroleum Restoration Program. Provides technical and fiscal oversight of assessment and remediation activities. Develops cost effective scopes of work and purchase orders, and reviews invoices for quality and completeness of work performed or goods and service provided by contractors and vendors. Reviews deliverables, technical documents and invoices for accuracy and completeness, issues comment and approval letters, and updates County and State project tracking databases and document repositories. Conducts field, installation, and operation & maintenance inspections. Storage Tanks Compliance Program: Conducts petroleum storage tanks inspections under the Florida Department of Environmental Protection's Storage Tanks Compliance Verification Program, including but not limited to routine compliance, installation, closure, discharge, non-compliance, and complaint inspections. Records inspection results in the State's Florida Inspection Reporting Storage Tanks (FIRST) on-line database, produces inspection reports, and issues in compliance, compliance assistance offer, and return to compliance letters. Communicates with facility owners/operators, compliance contractors, and certified pollutant storage system contractors to schedule and conduct annual compliance inspections, and coordinate installation and closure inspections. Water Resources Division: Coordinates and conducts water resources outreach and education. Monitors and performs wastewater treatment facility inspections. Conducts training on erosion and sediment control. Prepares, coordinates and manages contracts and grants. Collects groundwater and surface water samples and ensures data quality assurance and quality control procedures and targets are met. Analyzes water quality and hydrologic data and prepares technical reports. Oversees and enforces compliance with federal, state and local water resources regulations. Drives a County and/or personal vehicle to perform required duties. Hazardous Waste Management Division (SWRR): Coordinates operations programs for solid waste, household hazardous wastes, used oil collection and waste reduction/recycling alternatives so as to maintain compliance with appropriate regulations. Prepares and reviews purchase orders or work orders and reviews invoices for work performed or services or goods provided by contractors and vendors in support of county or state contracted hazardous waste management programs. Prepares and revises procedures and implements staff training on various hazardous materials safety policies and procedures including proper documentation and training records. Routinely prepares hazardous waste packages for shipment according to DOT regulations. Routinely identifies and categorizes unknown waste streams received from customers according to SOP. Assists with fiscal budgeting, scheduling, communication and logistical details of hazardous waste collection grants, special projects and neighborhood collection activities. Oversees and supervises all operations of the HHW collection center when the Household Hazardous Waste Coordinator is not present. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Thorough knowledge of the technical methods and procedures involved in the administration of environmental regulations, programs and policies. Depending on assigned division, this may include: technical methods and procedures involved in land management and acquisition; theories and practices of ecology and land management, including restoration, weed science and prescribed burning; knowledge of the flora, fauna and ecology of North Central Florida; general environmental programs such as solid waste management, hazardous waste disposal, petroleum cleanup, air and water monitoring, natural and historic resource protection, land acquisition and land stewardship. Considerable knowledge of environmental sampling procedures and equipment. Knowledge of local, state, and federal rules, regulations, and ordinances related to environmental protection. Knowledge of word processing and data management programs and Geographic Information Systems. Knowledge of effective supervisory techniques and modern principles and practices of supervision. Skill in the operation of motor vehicles, small equipment and machinery. Ability to apply engineering and scientific principles and methods. Ability to effectively supervise and coordinate the activities of subordinate employees. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to create concise, clear and succinct technical reports. Ability to research technical problems, formulates recommendations, and compiles related reports. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, the general public and other County agencies. Hazardous Materials Division: Knowledge of applicable codes, ordinances, statutes, rules, regulations, program policies, technical guidance, and memoranda. Knowledge of hazardous materials and hazardous waste regulations and emergency response operations. Working knowledge of MS Office Suite, ArcMap, GIS, data management and data validation. Water Resources Division: Working knowledge of MS Word and Excel, and data management and data validation. Natural Resources D i v i s i on : Working knowledge of GIS, MS Word and Excel, SharePoint, and data management.. Considerable skill in the identification of local flora, fauna and natural communities, and wetland delineation. Land Conservation Division: Considerable skill in the identification of local flora, fauna and natural communities, operation, maintenance and transportation of heavy trucks, farm tractors, wildland fire engines, pumps, chain saws, mowers and trimmers used in preserve maintenance, fuels management and restoration. Working knowledge of GIS and data management. Petroleum Management Division: Knowledge of applicable statutes, rules, regulations, program policies, technical guidance, and memoranda. Knowledge of state-approved storage tank system equipment, installation specifications, and closure procedures. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must lift and/or move up to 80 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Hazardous Waste Management Division (SWRR): While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to use hands to finger, handle or fell, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, sit; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb stairs or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move in excess of 100 pounds in the preparation of hazardous waste for disposal by use of 55-gallon drums. Occasionally required to use personal protective equipment (PPE) in dealing with hazardous waste. Specific visual abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee may perform field work in inclement weather and harsh conditions such as wet areas and dense brush with biting insects, venomous animals or irritating plants. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Land Conservation Division: The employee may regularly work near moving parts, are regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles, extreme heat and a loud work environment. Hazardous Materials: While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in various facilities, near moving mechanical parts, potential elevation with climbing and is regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The employee occasionally works in precarious places, occasional extreme climate conditions and can be potentially exposed to vapors, airborne particles, and toxic chemicals. Hazardous Waste Management Division (SWRR): While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts, and is regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The employee occasionally works in precarious places, and is frequently exposed to fumes and airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
The John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts
Washington DC
***Please submit a cover letter for consideration*** About The Kennedy Center “I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit.” – President John F. Kennedy The Kennedy Center is the nation’s cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra. At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Mission Statement: As the nation's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across America and around the world, reaching and connecting with artists, inspiring and educating communities. We welcome all to create, experience, learn about, and engage with the arts. Why Join Us We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to all full-time employees including: Staff offers for discount tickets Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment) Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA) Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire 11 paid holidays per year Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA Flexible work arrangements We like to have fun! Check out the Kennedy Center National Dance Day 2023 staff video! Job Description The Assistant Manager, NSO Individual Giving, assists the Director of NSO Operations and Stewardship in the management and long-term development of the NSO National Trustees (donors $15,000+) and designated, programmatic giving campaigns, including research, cultivation, acquisition, stewardship, and ongoing maintenance for both restricted and unrestricted contributions. This position holds a donor portfolio comprising NSO National Trustees and other mid- and major gifts donors and prospects supporting specific program areas. Additionally, this position ensures the implementation of engagement activities around programmatic activity and maintains accurate revenue and expense budget projections. The incumbent serves as a development liaison and assists with and manages other special initiatives and events as necessary. This position generates work for at least one Development Assistant, all reporting to the Director of NSO Operations and Stewardship. The Assistant Manager must be able to exercise discretion, effectively prioritize their time for both short- and long-term project management, maintain database records for effective fundraising success, and develop and grow personal relationships with a range of NSO contributors. An eagerness to communicate and problem solve with a positive attitude and creativity is essential. Key Responsibilities Fundraising Portfolio - Manage a portfolio of donors for the National Trustees campaign, programmatic/designated funding areas, and major fundraising events: Steward a portfolio of active and prospective NSO donors via direct contact through phone, email, in-person visits/events, and off-site events and travel Qualify, and strategically cultivate donors for new, renewing, and upgraded giving by assessing research briefings, custom cultivation and solicitation strategies, solicitations and proposals, and soliciting gifts personally Ensure prompt and appropriate donor stewardship by overseeing correct gift entry, acknowledgments, tax receipts, database updates, involvement of NSO leadership, recognition/crediting, event and engagement invitations, benefits fulfillment, and overall portfolio moves management tracking Work directly with the Prospect Development, Intelligence and Analytics and Special Events teams to identify potential upgrade and new National Trustees, programmatic funders, and major fundraising event sponsors Campaign Strategy & Management - Support the Director of NSO Operations and Stewardship and Chief Development Officer in all aspects of implementing NSO individual giving campaign strategy: Develop solicitation materials such as one-pagers, proposals, presentations, and brochures in support of the National Trustees and programmatic funding campaigns, including the Amici di Gianandrea and Noseda Era Fund Develop campaign strategy and work cross-departmentally to activate plans for one-time and ongoing designated and programmatic funding opportunities and appeals Oversee the financial tracking and performance monitoring of the NSO National Trustees and specific programmatic funding campaigns, including reporting progress to the Director of NSO Operations and Stewardship and Chief Development Officer on a regular basis and recommending strategy and projection adjustments Serve as primary contact and liaison for individual donor programmatic crediting and recognition Responsible for all Development budget reporting to senior leadership and Board of Directors, and assist with projection changes as needed Donor Engagement, Travel, and Meetings - Support the Director of NSO Operations and Stewardship, Special Events, and broader NSO development teams in implementing NSO donor engagement and travel strategy: Proactively engage portfolio donors through formal and informal (i.e. attending rehearsals, meeting in lounges pre-concert, arranging meals and meetings with Development staff and/or NSO staff and artists) engagement opportunities throughout the season and in support of individual moves management strategies and fundraising goals Plan and develop/coordinate content, including talking points, meeting booklets, and presentations, for three annual NSO National Trustees business meetings Assist in conceiving and designing thoughtful and strategic donor engagement opportunities including small cultivation events, large-scale donor benefit events, and national and international travel opportunities connected to specific programs and National Trustees meeting schedules Serve as primary liaison and coordinator within broader NSO development team to leverage NSO programming for strategic donor engagement Personally staff on-site and off-site NSO and Kennedy Center events, both locally and nationally, in support of donor and prospect cultivation and solicitation strategies Other duties as assigned. Key Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required 2-4 years development or related experience required Working knowledge of the performing arts is preferred, specifically classical music Superior organizational, written, and verbal communications and interpersonal skills Careful attention to detail Proven organization and prioritization skills Ability to exercise discretion and tact with staff and donors Ability and confidence to work without close supervision Ability to delegate, multitask, and manage projects with varying timelines Experience with Tessitura is ideal
Full Time Regular
***Please submit a cover letter for consideration*** About The Kennedy Center “I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit.” – President John F. Kennedy The Kennedy Center is the nation’s cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra. At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Mission Statement: As the nation's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across America and around the world, reaching and connecting with artists, inspiring and educating communities. We welcome all to create, experience, learn about, and engage with the arts. Why Join Us We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to all full-time employees including: Staff offers for discount tickets Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment) Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA) Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire 11 paid holidays per year Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA Flexible work arrangements We like to have fun! Check out the Kennedy Center National Dance Day 2023 staff video! Job Description The Assistant Manager, NSO Individual Giving, assists the Director of NSO Operations and Stewardship in the management and long-term development of the NSO National Trustees (donors $15,000+) and designated, programmatic giving campaigns, including research, cultivation, acquisition, stewardship, and ongoing maintenance for both restricted and unrestricted contributions. This position holds a donor portfolio comprising NSO National Trustees and other mid- and major gifts donors and prospects supporting specific program areas. Additionally, this position ensures the implementation of engagement activities around programmatic activity and maintains accurate revenue and expense budget projections. The incumbent serves as a development liaison and assists with and manages other special initiatives and events as necessary. This position generates work for at least one Development Assistant, all reporting to the Director of NSO Operations and Stewardship. The Assistant Manager must be able to exercise discretion, effectively prioritize their time for both short- and long-term project management, maintain database records for effective fundraising success, and develop and grow personal relationships with a range of NSO contributors. An eagerness to communicate and problem solve with a positive attitude and creativity is essential. Key Responsibilities Fundraising Portfolio - Manage a portfolio of donors for the National Trustees campaign, programmatic/designated funding areas, and major fundraising events: Steward a portfolio of active and prospective NSO donors via direct contact through phone, email, in-person visits/events, and off-site events and travel Qualify, and strategically cultivate donors for new, renewing, and upgraded giving by assessing research briefings, custom cultivation and solicitation strategies, solicitations and proposals, and soliciting gifts personally Ensure prompt and appropriate donor stewardship by overseeing correct gift entry, acknowledgments, tax receipts, database updates, involvement of NSO leadership, recognition/crediting, event and engagement invitations, benefits fulfillment, and overall portfolio moves management tracking Work directly with the Prospect Development, Intelligence and Analytics and Special Events teams to identify potential upgrade and new National Trustees, programmatic funders, and major fundraising event sponsors Campaign Strategy & Management - Support the Director of NSO Operations and Stewardship and Chief Development Officer in all aspects of implementing NSO individual giving campaign strategy: Develop solicitation materials such as one-pagers, proposals, presentations, and brochures in support of the National Trustees and programmatic funding campaigns, including the Amici di Gianandrea and Noseda Era Fund Develop campaign strategy and work cross-departmentally to activate plans for one-time and ongoing designated and programmatic funding opportunities and appeals Oversee the financial tracking and performance monitoring of the NSO National Trustees and specific programmatic funding campaigns, including reporting progress to the Director of NSO Operations and Stewardship and Chief Development Officer on a regular basis and recommending strategy and projection adjustments Serve as primary contact and liaison for individual donor programmatic crediting and recognition Responsible for all Development budget reporting to senior leadership and Board of Directors, and assist with projection changes as needed Donor Engagement, Travel, and Meetings - Support the Director of NSO Operations and Stewardship, Special Events, and broader NSO development teams in implementing NSO donor engagement and travel strategy: Proactively engage portfolio donors through formal and informal (i.e. attending rehearsals, meeting in lounges pre-concert, arranging meals and meetings with Development staff and/or NSO staff and artists) engagement opportunities throughout the season and in support of individual moves management strategies and fundraising goals Plan and develop/coordinate content, including talking points, meeting booklets, and presentations, for three annual NSO National Trustees business meetings Assist in conceiving and designing thoughtful and strategic donor engagement opportunities including small cultivation events, large-scale donor benefit events, and national and international travel opportunities connected to specific programs and National Trustees meeting schedules Serve as primary liaison and coordinator within broader NSO development team to leverage NSO programming for strategic donor engagement Personally staff on-site and off-site NSO and Kennedy Center events, both locally and nationally, in support of donor and prospect cultivation and solicitation strategies Other duties as assigned. Key Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required 2-4 years development or related experience required Working knowledge of the performing arts is preferred, specifically classical music Superior organizational, written, and verbal communications and interpersonal skills Careful attention to detail Proven organization and prioritization skills Ability to exercise discretion and tact with staff and donors Ability and confidence to work without close supervision Ability to delegate, multitask, and manage projects with varying timelines Experience with Tessitura is ideal
University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign
Urbana, IL, USA
Publicity Coordinator
(Remote Eligible) University Press
Job Summary Develops publicity campaigns and implements media efforts for the Press's entire book list (trade, scholarly, regional), focusing primarily on newly published books, currently about 80 new books per year. Duties & Responsibilities
• Publicity and communication 1. Create comprehensive and successful publicity plans for 80 or more titles each year. 2. Oversee all review media mailings; develop creative, thorough, and targeted mailing lists for bound proof and finished books. 3. Write press releases, develop media kits, and research media contacts. 4. Develop strong relationships with print and electronic media; meet and communicate with book review editors and radio/TV producers regularly to present new titles; special focus on metropolitan media in: Chicago, New York and Washington, D.C. 5. Update and maintain in-house publicity database (FileMaker) and research media contacts via online guide (Muck Rack). 6. Arrange book signings and launch parties at bookstores, libraries, museums, historical societies, book festivals, and academic conferences. 7. Oversee the production of video book trailers. 8. Arrange regional, national, and international radio/TV appearances. 9. Create and coordinate virtual author events. • Administrative 1. Attend editorial and marketing meetings and provide analyses of publicity prospects for new titles. 2. Maintain relationships with other departments at UI (Urbana, Chicago, and Springfield campuses), including the office of the alumni relations, the office of Public Affairs, and the office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs. 3. Communicate publicity information to authors, editors, and UIP marketing staff. 4. Manage publicity budget and schedules. 5. Manage author relationships. 6. Participate in the professional activities of the Association of American University Presses. 7. Serve on the Crisis Communication Committee. • Manager Supervision 1. Responsible for overseeing staff (Marketing and Sales Assistant). 2. Supervise student workers, student interns, and social media interns. • Travel 1. Attend annual Press retreat. 2. Attend selected academic and trade conferences (including weekend travel). 3. Meet with New York and Chicago media as appropriate.
Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in marketing, business administration, communications, public relations, or a closely related field. • One (1) year (12 months) of professional work experience in marketing, public relations, communications, brand management, or a related professional area. • Note: Master's Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year (12 months) of work experience. Preferred Qualifications
• Preferred: 1-3 years of experience in media relations or publishing. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• 1. Strong writing, interpersonal and organizational skills. • 2. Strong verbal communication skills. • 3. Knowledge of databases and the web. • 4. Ability to travel out of state (by airplane).
Appointment Information
This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5007 - Publicity-Promotions Associate position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 5/6/2024. The minimum salary for this position is $50,000 and the salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. System Office jobs such as this one are not eligible for the Referral Program.
Sponsorship for Work authorization is not available for this position.
For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx. Application Procedures & Deadline Information
Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on May 14th, 2024. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Bree Smith at mailto:cbsmith@uillinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit https://go.uillinois.edu/noticesandposters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf.
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations https://illinois-accommodate.symplicity.com/public_accommodation/, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing mailto:accessibility@illinois.edu.
Requisition ID: 1023892 Job Category: Administrative
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Requisition ID: 1023892 Job Category: Administrative
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5247075
Full Time
Publicity Coordinator
(Remote Eligible) University Press
Job Summary Develops publicity campaigns and implements media efforts for the Press's entire book list (trade, scholarly, regional), focusing primarily on newly published books, currently about 80 new books per year. Duties & Responsibilities
• Publicity and communication 1. Create comprehensive and successful publicity plans for 80 or more titles each year. 2. Oversee all review media mailings; develop creative, thorough, and targeted mailing lists for bound proof and finished books. 3. Write press releases, develop media kits, and research media contacts. 4. Develop strong relationships with print and electronic media; meet and communicate with book review editors and radio/TV producers regularly to present new titles; special focus on metropolitan media in: Chicago, New York and Washington, D.C. 5. Update and maintain in-house publicity database (FileMaker) and research media contacts via online guide (Muck Rack). 6. Arrange book signings and launch parties at bookstores, libraries, museums, historical societies, book festivals, and academic conferences. 7. Oversee the production of video book trailers. 8. Arrange regional, national, and international radio/TV appearances. 9. Create and coordinate virtual author events. • Administrative 1. Attend editorial and marketing meetings and provide analyses of publicity prospects for new titles. 2. Maintain relationships with other departments at UI (Urbana, Chicago, and Springfield campuses), including the office of the alumni relations, the office of Public Affairs, and the office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs. 3. Communicate publicity information to authors, editors, and UIP marketing staff. 4. Manage publicity budget and schedules. 5. Manage author relationships. 6. Participate in the professional activities of the Association of American University Presses. 7. Serve on the Crisis Communication Committee. • Manager Supervision 1. Responsible for overseeing staff (Marketing and Sales Assistant). 2. Supervise student workers, student interns, and social media interns. • Travel 1. Attend annual Press retreat. 2. Attend selected academic and trade conferences (including weekend travel). 3. Meet with New York and Chicago media as appropriate.
Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in marketing, business administration, communications, public relations, or a closely related field. • One (1) year (12 months) of professional work experience in marketing, public relations, communications, brand management, or a related professional area. • Note: Master's Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year (12 months) of work experience. Preferred Qualifications
• Preferred: 1-3 years of experience in media relations or publishing. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• 1. Strong writing, interpersonal and organizational skills. • 2. Strong verbal communication skills. • 3. Knowledge of databases and the web. • 4. Ability to travel out of state (by airplane).
Appointment Information
This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5007 - Publicity-Promotions Associate position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 5/6/2024. The minimum salary for this position is $50,000 and the salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. System Office jobs such as this one are not eligible for the Referral Program.
Sponsorship for Work authorization is not available for this position.
For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx. Application Procedures & Deadline Information
Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on May 14th, 2024. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Bree Smith at mailto:cbsmith@uillinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit https://go.uillinois.edu/noticesandposters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf.
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations https://illinois-accommodate.symplicity.com/public_accommodation/, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing mailto:accessibility@illinois.edu.
Requisition ID: 1023892 Job Category: Administrative
To apply, visit .
Requisition ID: 1023892 Job Category: Administrative
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5247075
Clean Energy Fund, Sr. Communications Strategist (Coordinator III - CPPW)
City of Portland
Salary: $94,390.40 - $122,636.80 Annually
Job Type: Regular
Job Number: 2024-00461
Location: OR, OR
Bureau: Bureau of Planning and Sustainability
Closing: 5/20/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
The Position
Job Appointment: Regular, Full time
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm. Alternate schedule may be available.
Work Location: Hybrid. In-person work to be conducted at The Vanport Building located at 1810 SW 5th Avenue. Remote work must be performed within Oregon or Washington. For more information, https://www.portland.gov/policies/human-resources-administrative-rules/employee-behavior-expectations/hrar-4045-employee.
Benefits: Please check our benefit tab for an overview of benefit for this position
Language Pay Differential: City of Portland employees who speak one or more languages in addition to English, may be eligible to receive a “language pay differential.” This is compensation for qualifying multilingual City employees who use their language skill to assist the community. More about the language pay differential can be found https://www.portland.gov/bhr/class-comp/language-pay-differential-overview.
Union Representation: This classification was recently recognized as represented by a new labor union, City of Portland Professional Workers (CPPW). Terms and Conditions are currently being negotiated as part of a new CPPW collective bargaining agreement. Current and future labor agreements can be viewed https://www.portland.gov/bhr/employee-relations/labor-relations/documents/cop-2022-2025-collective-bargaining-agreement/download.
Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland's online portal. You will need to attach a cover letter and resume.
Position Summary
The Bureau of Planning and Sustainability (BPS) and the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund are seeking a Senior Communication Strategist (Coordinator III) to lead and implement proactive public relations campaigns. This position will oversee the design and production of compelling materials including print collateral, media releases, reports, e-newsletters, online content, and interactive engagement tools. The Senior Communication Strategist will work closely with the BPS Communications Team in support of PCEF's communications needs.
This position is one of two PCEF Senior Communication Strategists and will serve as the PCEF storyteller. The successful applicant will have the essential role of sourcing emergent examples of community work and showcasing stories that illustrate the impact of the fund. Working closely with PCEF communications staff and the BPS Communications teams, the Senior Communication Strategist will also organize and execute marketing, materials production, and media relations activities with discretion and awareness of intergovernmental and community issues. As a Senior Communications Strategist, you will:
• Plan and Implement communications needs: Meet regularly with PCEF communications team, community partners, and supervisor to understand critical needs, project goals, and timelines. Develop and implement strategic communication plans that advance PCEF goals, including writing/editing press releases, coordinating media responses, drafting talking points and responding to ongoing communications needs. • Create and share compelling stories: Use creative and community-centered approaches to tell compelling stories of community-led work enabled by PCEF grants. Assess and utilize appropriate platforms to determine where stories should be told and amplified while increasing public awareness and highlighting achievements. • Work with local and national media: In close coordination with the BPS Communications Director, pitch stories of PCEF impact to local and national media, coordinate media responses, and develop public responses that explain positions in a timely manner. • Support community-engagement efforts: Support PCEF staff in developing and strengthening partnerships with community groups, businesses, and other public and private organizations. Coordinate with partners on storytelling and education in alignment with https://www.portland.gov/bps/cleanenergy/about#toc-guiding-principles.
Ideal Candidate Profile: The ideal candidate will be a skilled writer and communicator with a passion for impactful storytelling using all forms of media. They should have a strong attention to detail and the ability to independently initiate and manage multiple projects at once. They should have a demonstrated track record with projects and a strong commitment to racial justice and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Ideal qualities include being creative, organized, data centric, collaborative, professional, and inclusive.
PCEF and BPS value a diverse workforce and seek ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization. Candidates of color, those who can speak a language other than English, and those with knowledge, ability and experience working with a broad range of individuals and diverse communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Background As a first-in-the-nation community-led climate fund, PCEF's mission is to fulfill a vision that builds resilience and quality jobs with proactive steps to fight climate change while advancing racial and social justice. More information about the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund can be found at https://www.portland.gov/bps/cleanenergy.
Virtual Zoom Meet & Greet Opportunity Come meet the hiring manager and the senior recruiter! We'll be talking about the position duties and responsibilities, day to day life in the role, review the announcement, discuss how to apply, and answer questions you may have about the position. Tuesday, May 7th at 5:00PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84454937025Meeting ID: 844 5493 7025 Thursday, May 9th at 12:00PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88108756443 Meeting ID: 881 0875 6443 Please note, these information sessions will also cover the Clean Energy Fund Communications Strategist (2024-00462) recruitment. Questions? Jaclyn Snyder, Senior RecruiterBureau of Human Resourcesmailto:Jaclyn.Snyder@portlandoregon.gov
To Qualify
The following minimum qualifications are required for this position:
• Experience with communications planning, communications project management, coordination of collateral production, digital-media management and editing a variety of content in a community-focused organization. • Experience developing and implementing culturally conscious and competent communications and outreach with an equity lens.. • Experience developing relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including collaborating with communities of color and people traditionally underrepresented in local decision-making, and facilitating inclusive participation in programs and activities. • Experience in media relations, including developing and refining proactive and reactive messaging in a high-stakes situation. • Progressively responsible experience involving media relations, writing, editing, multimedia communications, and/or program marketing.
The Recruitment Process
STEP 1: Apply online between Monday, May 6, 2024 - Monday, May 20, 2024 Required Application Materials: • Resume • Cover Letter • Answer to three (3) Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions)
Optional Application Materials:
• Veteran documents to request for Veteran Preference (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.)
Application Tips: • Your cover letter should include details describing your education, training and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement. • Your resume should support the details described in your cover letter. • Salary Range/Equity Pay Analysis: Please note per the https://www.oregon.gov/boli/workers/pages/equal-pay.aspx your salary is determined based on the experience and education listed in your resume/application. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all directly related and equivalent experience. • Do not attach materials not requested. • All completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment. • All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.
Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of May 20, 2024 • An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and cover letter, weighted 100%. • Your resume and cover letter will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification.
Step 3: Writing Sample Submission: Week of May 27, 2024 • Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will receive an email with instructions to submit two writing samples:
• Sample news release. • A communications piece of your choice that you are proud of.
• Applicants will have one week to attach their writing samples to their application. • Each writing sample should be no more than two (2) pages. • Each writing sample should be in a Word or PDF document. No zipped files or links will be accepted.
*Please note, your writing sample will be reviewed during the interview process. Step 4: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of June 3, 2024 • Only candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and submitted their writing sample will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list. • You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the https://www.portland.gov/policies/human-resources-administrative-rules/employment/hrar-301-recruitment-processes for complete information. • Additional evaluation may be required prior to establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection.
Step 5: Selection (Interview): June
• Hiring bureau will review and select candidates to interview. • Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list.
Step 6: Offer of Employment: July
Step 7: Start Date: August • A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.
*Timeline is approximate and subject to change*
Additional Information
https://www.portland.gov/bhr/career-center/recruitment-policy for additional information regarding the following:
• Veteran Preference • ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations • Work Status • Equal Employment Opportunity
To apply, please visit https://apptrkr.com/5237662
Full Time
Clean Energy Fund, Sr. Communications Strategist (Coordinator III - CPPW)
City of Portland
Salary: $94,390.40 - $122,636.80 Annually
Job Type: Regular
Job Number: 2024-00461
Location: OR, OR
Bureau: Bureau of Planning and Sustainability
Closing: 5/20/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
The Position
Job Appointment: Regular, Full time
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm. Alternate schedule may be available.
Work Location: Hybrid. In-person work to be conducted at The Vanport Building located at 1810 SW 5th Avenue. Remote work must be performed within Oregon or Washington. For more information, https://www.portland.gov/policies/human-resources-administrative-rules/employee-behavior-expectations/hrar-4045-employee.
Benefits: Please check our benefit tab for an overview of benefit for this position
Language Pay Differential: City of Portland employees who speak one or more languages in addition to English, may be eligible to receive a “language pay differential.” This is compensation for qualifying multilingual City employees who use their language skill to assist the community. More about the language pay differential can be found https://www.portland.gov/bhr/class-comp/language-pay-differential-overview.
Union Representation: This classification was recently recognized as represented by a new labor union, City of Portland Professional Workers (CPPW). Terms and Conditions are currently being negotiated as part of a new CPPW collective bargaining agreement. Current and future labor agreements can be viewed https://www.portland.gov/bhr/employee-relations/labor-relations/documents/cop-2022-2025-collective-bargaining-agreement/download.
Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland's online portal. You will need to attach a cover letter and resume.
Position Summary
The Bureau of Planning and Sustainability (BPS) and the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund are seeking a Senior Communication Strategist (Coordinator III) to lead and implement proactive public relations campaigns. This position will oversee the design and production of compelling materials including print collateral, media releases, reports, e-newsletters, online content, and interactive engagement tools. The Senior Communication Strategist will work closely with the BPS Communications Team in support of PCEF's communications needs.
This position is one of two PCEF Senior Communication Strategists and will serve as the PCEF storyteller. The successful applicant will have the essential role of sourcing emergent examples of community work and showcasing stories that illustrate the impact of the fund. Working closely with PCEF communications staff and the BPS Communications teams, the Senior Communication Strategist will also organize and execute marketing, materials production, and media relations activities with discretion and awareness of intergovernmental and community issues. As a Senior Communications Strategist, you will:
• Plan and Implement communications needs: Meet regularly with PCEF communications team, community partners, and supervisor to understand critical needs, project goals, and timelines. Develop and implement strategic communication plans that advance PCEF goals, including writing/editing press releases, coordinating media responses, drafting talking points and responding to ongoing communications needs. • Create and share compelling stories: Use creative and community-centered approaches to tell compelling stories of community-led work enabled by PCEF grants. Assess and utilize appropriate platforms to determine where stories should be told and amplified while increasing public awareness and highlighting achievements. • Work with local and national media: In close coordination with the BPS Communications Director, pitch stories of PCEF impact to local and national media, coordinate media responses, and develop public responses that explain positions in a timely manner. • Support community-engagement efforts: Support PCEF staff in developing and strengthening partnerships with community groups, businesses, and other public and private organizations. Coordinate with partners on storytelling and education in alignment with https://www.portland.gov/bps/cleanenergy/about#toc-guiding-principles.
Ideal Candidate Profile: The ideal candidate will be a skilled writer and communicator with a passion for impactful storytelling using all forms of media. They should have a strong attention to detail and the ability to independently initiate and manage multiple projects at once. They should have a demonstrated track record with projects and a strong commitment to racial justice and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Ideal qualities include being creative, organized, data centric, collaborative, professional, and inclusive.
PCEF and BPS value a diverse workforce and seek ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization. Candidates of color, those who can speak a language other than English, and those with knowledge, ability and experience working with a broad range of individuals and diverse communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Background As a first-in-the-nation community-led climate fund, PCEF's mission is to fulfill a vision that builds resilience and quality jobs with proactive steps to fight climate change while advancing racial and social justice. More information about the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund can be found at https://www.portland.gov/bps/cleanenergy.
Virtual Zoom Meet & Greet Opportunity Come meet the hiring manager and the senior recruiter! We'll be talking about the position duties and responsibilities, day to day life in the role, review the announcement, discuss how to apply, and answer questions you may have about the position. Tuesday, May 7th at 5:00PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84454937025Meeting ID: 844 5493 7025 Thursday, May 9th at 12:00PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88108756443 Meeting ID: 881 0875 6443 Please note, these information sessions will also cover the Clean Energy Fund Communications Strategist (2024-00462) recruitment. Questions? Jaclyn Snyder, Senior RecruiterBureau of Human Resourcesmailto:Jaclyn.Snyder@portlandoregon.gov
To Qualify
The following minimum qualifications are required for this position:
• Experience with communications planning, communications project management, coordination of collateral production, digital-media management and editing a variety of content in a community-focused organization. • Experience developing and implementing culturally conscious and competent communications and outreach with an equity lens.. • Experience developing relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including collaborating with communities of color and people traditionally underrepresented in local decision-making, and facilitating inclusive participation in programs and activities. • Experience in media relations, including developing and refining proactive and reactive messaging in a high-stakes situation. • Progressively responsible experience involving media relations, writing, editing, multimedia communications, and/or program marketing.
The Recruitment Process
STEP 1: Apply online between Monday, May 6, 2024 - Monday, May 20, 2024 Required Application Materials: • Resume • Cover Letter • Answer to three (3) Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions)
Optional Application Materials:
• Veteran documents to request for Veteran Preference (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.)
Application Tips: • Your cover letter should include details describing your education, training and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement. • Your resume should support the details described in your cover letter. • Salary Range/Equity Pay Analysis: Please note per the https://www.oregon.gov/boli/workers/pages/equal-pay.aspx your salary is determined based on the experience and education listed in your resume/application. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all directly related and equivalent experience. • Do not attach materials not requested. • All completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment. • All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.
Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of May 20, 2024 • An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and cover letter, weighted 100%. • Your resume and cover letter will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification.
Step 3: Writing Sample Submission: Week of May 27, 2024 • Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will receive an email with instructions to submit two writing samples:
• Sample news release. • A communications piece of your choice that you are proud of.
• Applicants will have one week to attach their writing samples to their application. • Each writing sample should be no more than two (2) pages. • Each writing sample should be in a Word or PDF document. No zipped files or links will be accepted.
*Please note, your writing sample will be reviewed during the interview process. Step 4: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of June 3, 2024 • Only candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and submitted their writing sample will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list. • You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the https://www.portland.gov/policies/human-resources-administrative-rules/employment/hrar-301-recruitment-processes for complete information. • Additional evaluation may be required prior to establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection.
Step 5: Selection (Interview): June
• Hiring bureau will review and select candidates to interview. • Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list.
Step 6: Offer of Employment: July
Step 7: Start Date: August • A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.
*Timeline is approximate and subject to change*
Additional Information
https://www.portland.gov/bhr/career-center/recruitment-policy for additional information regarding the following:
• Veteran Preference • ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations • Work Status • Equal Employment Opportunity
To apply, please visit https://apptrkr.com/5237662
Alachua County Board of County Commissioners
Gainesville FL, FL
Minimum Qualifications Associate’s degree and one (1) year of experience in business development, marketing, or public relations; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Complete Tier One Training and pass the Tier One Certificate Exam within six (6) months of being hired. Position Summary This is administrative support work in securing worksite agreements to support the local area work experience initiatives in the CareerSource North Central Florida (NCF) Office of the Alachua County Community and Administrative Services Department. The employee assigned to this classification implements policies and procedures to ensure worksites adhere to federal, state, and local guidance; and serves as a point of contact for work experience participants regarding orientation, payroll, and ongoing measures of progress. Work is performed under the direction of a higher level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of results obtained. Examples of Duties This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Retains current and generates new worksites to meet regional needs and supports participant training initiatives. Obtains and reviews performance evaluations from employers and take appropriate actions. Appropriates direct placements to worksites with eligible program participants. Reviews, enters, and completes participant's timesheets in the timesheet management system. Coordinates new hire orientations, timesheet collection, and paycheck distribution. Analyzes and tracks outcomes from work experience programs and communicates trends effectively with management. Provides programmatic guidance and assistance to make recommendations and improve outcomes. Maintains full compliance with all personnel policies and procedures. Works retail hours and/or hours as assigned. Drives a personal vehicle regularly to perform duties as required. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of computer basics including Microsoft Office applications. Knowledge of office machine usage (copier, fax, phone, and scanner). Knowledge of customer-focused service delivery systems. Skill in Microsoft Office. Skill in verbal and written communication. Strong ability to coordinate with internal and external partners. Ability to engage, understand, and respond to the needs of business accounts. Ability to work in a fast-paced and diverse environment. Ability to interpret and understand program policy and establish necessary work processes and procedures. Ability to set and manage priorities and execute programmatic data entry on a timely basis. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Full-time
Minimum Qualifications Associate’s degree and one (1) year of experience in business development, marketing, or public relations; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Complete Tier One Training and pass the Tier One Certificate Exam within six (6) months of being hired. Position Summary This is administrative support work in securing worksite agreements to support the local area work experience initiatives in the CareerSource North Central Florida (NCF) Office of the Alachua County Community and Administrative Services Department. The employee assigned to this classification implements policies and procedures to ensure worksites adhere to federal, state, and local guidance; and serves as a point of contact for work experience participants regarding orientation, payroll, and ongoing measures of progress. Work is performed under the direction of a higher level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of results obtained. Examples of Duties This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Retains current and generates new worksites to meet regional needs and supports participant training initiatives. Obtains and reviews performance evaluations from employers and take appropriate actions. Appropriates direct placements to worksites with eligible program participants. Reviews, enters, and completes participant's timesheets in the timesheet management system. Coordinates new hire orientations, timesheet collection, and paycheck distribution. Analyzes and tracks outcomes from work experience programs and communicates trends effectively with management. Provides programmatic guidance and assistance to make recommendations and improve outcomes. Maintains full compliance with all personnel policies and procedures. Works retail hours and/or hours as assigned. Drives a personal vehicle regularly to perform duties as required. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of computer basics including Microsoft Office applications. Knowledge of office machine usage (copier, fax, phone, and scanner). Knowledge of customer-focused service delivery systems. Skill in Microsoft Office. Skill in verbal and written communication. Strong ability to coordinate with internal and external partners. Ability to engage, understand, and respond to the needs of business accounts. Ability to work in a fast-paced and diverse environment. Ability to interpret and understand program policy and establish necessary work processes and procedures. Ability to set and manage priorities and execute programmatic data entry on a timely basis. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Fuel and Energy Program Coordinator (Coordinator II - CPPW)
City of Portland
Salary: $80,558.40 - $114,982.40 Annually
Job Type: Regular
Job Number: 2024-00482
Location: Portland, OR
Bureau: OMF-Office of the Chief Administrative Officer
Closing: 5/13/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
The Position
Job Appointment: Regular, Full-time
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 am- 3:30 pm. An alternate schedule may be available after probation.
Work Location: Hybrid; In-person work will be conducted at 2835 N Kerby Ave. Portland, OR 97227-1611. Remote work must be performed within Oregon or Washington. For more information, click https://www.portland.gov/policies/human-resources-administrative-rules/employee-behavior-expectations/hrar-4045-employee#toc-geographic-work-location.
Benefits: Please check our benefit tab for an overview of benefits for this position.
Union Representation: This classification was recently recognized as represented by a new labor union, City of Portland Professional Workers (CPPW). Terms and Conditions are currently being negotiated as part of a new CPPW collective bargaining agreement. To view current labor agreements, please visit https://www.portland.gov/bhr/employee-relations/labor-relations/labor-agreements.
Language Pay Premium Eligible: This position may be eligible for https://www.portland.gov/bhr/class-comp/language-pay-differential-overview for qualifying employees.
Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland's online portal. You will need to respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume.
Position Summary
CityFleet's Green Fleet Transition has sparked an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional to lead the charge in managing the daily operations, coordination, and financial oversight of Portland's dynamic liquid, gaseous, and electric fuel programs. As the city takes bold steps towards sustainability, this role offers the chance to be at the forefront of innovation, shaping the future of transportation in a vibrant urban environment. Join us in driving positive change as we propel Portland towards a greener, more sustainable future through cutting-edge fuel initiatives and electric vehicle infrastructure development.
As a Fuel Coordinator, you will:
• Support the smooth day-to-day functioning of the City's fuel programs. This includes monitoring fuel levels, scheduling fuel deliveries, and managing fuel inventory. • Monitor fuel card issuance and management, ensuring that authorized users have access to the necessary fuels and tracking their usage. • Coordinate the operation and maintenance of the city's nine fuel stations, ensuring their proper functioning and promptly addressing any operational issues as they arise. • Ensure that all fuel-related activities comply with relevant regulations, such as the OR State DEQ permit requirements, and process the reporting and documentation necessary to meet those regulations. • Manage data related to fuel and charging, including tracking usage, costs, and efficiency. This might also involve entering data into a database or system. • Oversee the electric vehicle charging program, including coordination with charging service vendors and supporting the expansion and maintenance of charging infrastructure. • Provide support for new charging infrastructure projects, including the installation of charging stations and "make ready" infrastructure to support electric vehicle charging. • Deliver excellent internal and external customer service regarding programs and services related to the unit; compile, research, and evaluate customer service complaints and issues; identify areas of concern and develop recommendations for solutions and improvements. • Facilitate the delivery of services, products, and projects to the public, other governmental agencies, and private industry through collaborative efforts with City staff, management, and external partners, ensuring comprehensive support and fostering cross-sector collaboration.
About the Bureau: CityFleet, housed within the Division of Asset Management (DAM) of the City of Portland's Office of Management and Finance, consists of approximately 82 staff dedicated to providing a comprehensive fleet management program. Their responsibility is to fulfill the vehicle and equipment needs of City customers efficiently and affordably, ensuring safety, reliability, and cleanliness. This includes maintaining approximately 4,000 assets, encompassing electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, renewable natural gas vehicles, and renewable diesel vehicles. Recognizing the transportation sector as the most significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions in Multnomah County, CityFleet is committed to transitioning the fleet from fossil fuels to alternative options like electricity and renewable natural gas, aligning with the City's goal of achieving net zero emissions by 2050.
Questions? Amanda Hillebrecht, Senior Recruiter Bureau of Human Resources mailto:Jaclyn.Snyder@portlandoregon.gov
To Qualify
The following minimum qualifications are required for this position:
• Knowledge related to liquid transportation fuel types, and infrastructure, including delivery, storage, distribution, and dispensing. • Knowledge of electric vehicle charging infrastructure. • Knowledge of compressed natural gas (CNG) fueling infrastructure and dispensing. • Knowledge of accounting and billing processes as it relates to fuel. • Ability to communicate clearly, logically, and persuasively, both verbally and in writing; prepare concise and comprehensive reports, correspondence, and other documents.
Applicants must also possess:
• A current/valid state driver's license. Applicants must meet City "good driver" requirements.
The Recruitment Process
STEP 1: Apply online between April 29, 2024 and May 13, 2024 Required Application Materials: • Resume • Answer the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions)
Optional Application Materials:
• Veteran documents to request for Veteran Preference (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.)
Application Tips:
• The City of Portland has https://tinyurl.com/pdxh2a and offers https://www.portland.gov/bhr/eventshttps://www.portland.gov/bhr/events once per month. If you have questions after watching the videos you are invited to contact the recruiter listed on the announcement. • Your responses to the supplemental questions should include details describing your education, training, and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement. • Your resume should support the details described in your responses to the supplemental questions. • Salary Range/Equity Pay Analysis: Please note per the https://www.oregon.gov/boli/workers/pages/equal-pay.aspx your salary is determined based on the experience and education listed in your resume/application. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all directly related and equivalent experience. • Do not attach materials not requested. • All completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than the closing date and time of this recruitment. • All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.
Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of May 13, 2024 • An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and responses to the supplemental questions, weighted 100%. • Your resume and responses to the supplemental questions will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification. • You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the https://www.portland.gov/policies/human-resources-administrative-rules/employment/hrar-301-recruitment-processes for complete information. • Additional evaluation may be required before the establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection.
Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of May 20, 2024 • Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list.
Step 4: Selection (Interview): June
• The hiring bureau will review and select candidates to interview. • Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list.
Step 5: Offer of Employment: June
Step 6: Start Date: July • A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.
*Timeline is approximate and subject to change*
Additional Information
https://www.portland.gov/bhr/career-center/recruitment-policy for additional information regarding the following:
• Veteran Preference • ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations • Work Status • Equal Employment Opportunity
To apply, please visit https://apptrkr.com/5225165
Full Time
Fuel and Energy Program Coordinator (Coordinator II - CPPW)
City of Portland
Salary: $80,558.40 - $114,982.40 Annually
Job Type: Regular
Job Number: 2024-00482
Location: Portland, OR
Bureau: OMF-Office of the Chief Administrative Officer
Closing: 5/13/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
The Position
Job Appointment: Regular, Full-time
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 am- 3:30 pm. An alternate schedule may be available after probation.
Work Location: Hybrid; In-person work will be conducted at 2835 N Kerby Ave. Portland, OR 97227-1611. Remote work must be performed within Oregon or Washington. For more information, click https://www.portland.gov/policies/human-resources-administrative-rules/employee-behavior-expectations/hrar-4045-employee#toc-geographic-work-location.
Benefits: Please check our benefit tab for an overview of benefits for this position.
Union Representation: This classification was recently recognized as represented by a new labor union, City of Portland Professional Workers (CPPW). Terms and Conditions are currently being negotiated as part of a new CPPW collective bargaining agreement. To view current labor agreements, please visit https://www.portland.gov/bhr/employee-relations/labor-relations/labor-agreements.
Language Pay Premium Eligible: This position may be eligible for https://www.portland.gov/bhr/class-comp/language-pay-differential-overview for qualifying employees.
Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland's online portal. You will need to respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume.
Position Summary
CityFleet's Green Fleet Transition has sparked an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional to lead the charge in managing the daily operations, coordination, and financial oversight of Portland's dynamic liquid, gaseous, and electric fuel programs. As the city takes bold steps towards sustainability, this role offers the chance to be at the forefront of innovation, shaping the future of transportation in a vibrant urban environment. Join us in driving positive change as we propel Portland towards a greener, more sustainable future through cutting-edge fuel initiatives and electric vehicle infrastructure development.
As a Fuel Coordinator, you will:
• Support the smooth day-to-day functioning of the City's fuel programs. This includes monitoring fuel levels, scheduling fuel deliveries, and managing fuel inventory. • Monitor fuel card issuance and management, ensuring that authorized users have access to the necessary fuels and tracking their usage. • Coordinate the operation and maintenance of the city's nine fuel stations, ensuring their proper functioning and promptly addressing any operational issues as they arise. • Ensure that all fuel-related activities comply with relevant regulations, such as the OR State DEQ permit requirements, and process the reporting and documentation necessary to meet those regulations. • Manage data related to fuel and charging, including tracking usage, costs, and efficiency. This might also involve entering data into a database or system. • Oversee the electric vehicle charging program, including coordination with charging service vendors and supporting the expansion and maintenance of charging infrastructure. • Provide support for new charging infrastructure projects, including the installation of charging stations and "make ready" infrastructure to support electric vehicle charging. • Deliver excellent internal and external customer service regarding programs and services related to the unit; compile, research, and evaluate customer service complaints and issues; identify areas of concern and develop recommendations for solutions and improvements. • Facilitate the delivery of services, products, and projects to the public, other governmental agencies, and private industry through collaborative efforts with City staff, management, and external partners, ensuring comprehensive support and fostering cross-sector collaboration.
About the Bureau: CityFleet, housed within the Division of Asset Management (DAM) of the City of Portland's Office of Management and Finance, consists of approximately 82 staff dedicated to providing a comprehensive fleet management program. Their responsibility is to fulfill the vehicle and equipment needs of City customers efficiently and affordably, ensuring safety, reliability, and cleanliness. This includes maintaining approximately 4,000 assets, encompassing electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, renewable natural gas vehicles, and renewable diesel vehicles. Recognizing the transportation sector as the most significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions in Multnomah County, CityFleet is committed to transitioning the fleet from fossil fuels to alternative options like electricity and renewable natural gas, aligning with the City's goal of achieving net zero emissions by 2050.
Questions? Amanda Hillebrecht, Senior Recruiter Bureau of Human Resources mailto:Jaclyn.Snyder@portlandoregon.gov
To Qualify
The following minimum qualifications are required for this position:
• Knowledge related to liquid transportation fuel types, and infrastructure, including delivery, storage, distribution, and dispensing. • Knowledge of electric vehicle charging infrastructure. • Knowledge of compressed natural gas (CNG) fueling infrastructure and dispensing. • Knowledge of accounting and billing processes as it relates to fuel. • Ability to communicate clearly, logically, and persuasively, both verbally and in writing; prepare concise and comprehensive reports, correspondence, and other documents.
Applicants must also possess:
• A current/valid state driver's license. Applicants must meet City "good driver" requirements.
The Recruitment Process
STEP 1: Apply online between April 29, 2024 and May 13, 2024 Required Application Materials: • Resume • Answer the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions)
Optional Application Materials:
• Veteran documents to request for Veteran Preference (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.)
Application Tips:
• The City of Portland has https://tinyurl.com/pdxh2a and offers https://www.portland.gov/bhr/eventshttps://www.portland.gov/bhr/events once per month. If you have questions after watching the videos you are invited to contact the recruiter listed on the announcement. • Your responses to the supplemental questions should include details describing your education, training, and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement. • Your resume should support the details described in your responses to the supplemental questions. • Salary Range/Equity Pay Analysis: Please note per the https://www.oregon.gov/boli/workers/pages/equal-pay.aspx your salary is determined based on the experience and education listed in your resume/application. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all directly related and equivalent experience. • Do not attach materials not requested. • All completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than the closing date and time of this recruitment. • All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.
Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of May 13, 2024 • An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and responses to the supplemental questions, weighted 100%. • Your resume and responses to the supplemental questions will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification. • You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the https://www.portland.gov/policies/human-resources-administrative-rules/employment/hrar-301-recruitment-processes for complete information. • Additional evaluation may be required before the establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection.
Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of May 20, 2024 • Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list.
Step 4: Selection (Interview): June
• The hiring bureau will review and select candidates to interview. • Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list.
Step 5: Offer of Employment: June
Step 6: Start Date: July • A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.
*Timeline is approximate and subject to change*
Additional Information
https://www.portland.gov/bhr/career-center/recruitment-policy for additional information regarding the following:
• Veteran Preference • ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations • Work Status • Equal Employment Opportunity
To apply, please visit https://apptrkr.com/5225165
City Planner II -Environmental
City of Portland
Salary: $46.24 - $53.53 Hourly
Job Type: Regular
Job Number: 2024-00453
Location: OR, OR
Bureau: Bureau of Planning and Sustainability
Closing: 5/20/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
The Position
Job Appointment: Full time, regular
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm. Alternate schedule may be available.
Work Location: Hybrid. In-person work to be conducted at The Vanport Building located at 1810 SW 5th Avenue. Field work and/or attendance at project events at locations in Portland may also be required. Remote work must be performed within Oregon or Washington. For more information, https://employees.portland.gov/human-resources/people-culture/workplace-framework-and-requirements.
Benefits: Please check our benefit tab for an overview of benefit for this position
Union Representation: This classification is represented by the Professional Technical Employees, Local 17 (PROTEC17) collective bargaining agreement. You can view the labor agreement here: https://www.portland.gov/bhr/employee-relations/labor-relations/labor-agreements.
Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland's online portal. You will need respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume.
About the classification: The City Planner II- Environmental classification is utilized in both Bureau of Development Services and Bureau of Planning and Sustainability. If you apply and meet minimum qualifications, you will remain eligible for future opportunities within this classification for both bureaus for the duration of the eligible list. Please review the open vacancy information below, along with a general description of how each bureau utilizes City Planner II-Environmental professionals.
Current Vacancy Bureau of Planning and Sustainability The Bureau of Planning and Sustainability (BPS) is seeking to fill a City Planner II - Environmental position within the bureau's River, Environmental and Resilience Team. As the City of Portland's long-range planning bureau, BPS coordinates and leads complex multi-agency projects that shape Portland's built environment and the lives of its residents.
The City Planner II - Environmental participates in long range planning projects focused on the integration of natural resource functions into the built environment by incorporating green infrastructure, natural resource protection and restoration into plans and project designs. This requires analyzing issues in the context of complex existing or potential policies and code provisions and explaining the results and recommendations clearly and persuasively. This frequently results in the need for the City Planner II - Environmental to draft or amend policies and regulations. This position works within collaborative project teams and may serve as a project manager or coordinator. The successful candidate will work under the general direction of a Supervising Planner.
This position is on the River, Environmental and Resilience Team. This team both leads and collaborates with other City bureaus in developing plans for Portland's rivers and natural resources; updates to Portland's natural resource inventories, environmental and floodplain policies and regulations (e.g., environmental and greenway overlay zones); and plans to address natural hazards (extreme rain and flooding, extreme heat, wildfires and smoke, landslides) and other resiliency and climate change topics. This group provides technical assistance to BPS and other planning projects.
As a City Planner II - Environmental, you will:
• Coordinate complex planning projects to develop policies, planning recommendations or develop solutions to long- and short-term problems; designs and coordinates projects by identifying problems, determining methodology, setting project goals and objectives and developing work plans and budgets. • Evaluate project proposals or plans for compliance/consistency with applicable codes, criteria, requirements, and regulations. • Research policy issues and conditions; collect information regarding study needs from other sources; conduct and analyze surveys, inventories, and evaluations. • Develop and implement public involvement and outreach processes, with a focus on engaging historically marginalized and underserved communities; prepare written and graphic materials and presentations for a range of audiences. • Facilitate public meetings and workshops; coordinate work with outside groups, inter-bureau representatives and co-workers to discuss issues and develop bureau policy. • Answer questions and provide information and assistance to the public in person, by telephone and in writing; document citizen feedback. • Develop and monitor the work program of technical and community advisory committees, professional service contractors, inter-bureau work groups, and ad-hoc project-specific teams; assist in drafting scope of work documents, requests for proposals, funding proposals, and budget-related documents. • Present project deliverables to the City Council and other decision-making bodies. • Manage professional service contracts and intergovernmental agreements; drafts requests for proposal, contracts, and scope of services; participate in consultant selection process; coordinate and review the work of consultants; monitor work programs and schedules to ensure terms of contract are met and project is completed in a timely manner.
Our ideal candidate is:
• Collaborative and Independent: An outgoing professional who values partnership and stakeholder relationships. Someone who can both work independently and in a collaborative environment. • Strong Communicator: An effective communicator who listens intently, works to identify concerns, engages respectfully, relays information clearly, checks for understanding, and adapts their communication style to meet the needs of the audience. • Proficient Time Manager: Demonstrates exceptional planning skills, consistently meeting deadlines with precision. Responds promptly to inquiries from both internal teams and external stakeholders, showcasing efficient time allocation and prioritization. • Solutions Oriented: A problem solver who applies critical thinking to develop various approaches to tackle issues and opportunities. • Invested in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI): Use DEI concepts to guide and inform work. Experience with inclusive, respectful, and culturally responsive practices. • Emotionally Intelligent: Motivated, passionate, team-oriented, and empathetic. Strong interpersonal skills.
About the Bureau: The Portland Bureau of Planning and Sustainability develops creative and practical solutions enhance Portland's livability, preserve distinctive places and plan for a resilient future. We are committed to advancing equity as a means of achieving prosperous, healthy, resilient communities. In collaboration with community partners, we provide leadership in planning, climate/sustainability, and community technology. The Planning programs include comprehensive land use, neighborhood, economic, historic and environmental planning, and urban design. The Climate and Sustainability programs includes policy to address climate change and technical services to advance green building and a just transition to clean energy, waste prevention, composting and recycling, and administration of the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund. The Community Technology programs include regulation of private franchise utilities, administration of the Mt. Hood Cable Regulatory Commission, digital equity and inclusion policy and projects, and Smart Cities PDX.
https://www.portland.gov/bps BPS values a diverse workforce and seeks ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization. We encourage candidates with knowledge, ability and experience working with abroad range of individuals and diverse communities to apply. Although not required, BPS encourages candidates that can fluently speak more than one language to include that information in your resume. BPS offers an excellent benefits package, flexible work schedules and support for training and skills development in a positive, engaging, and creative work environment.
Studies have shown that women, non-binary people, and Black, Indigenous, and other people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet all the qualifications listed. BPS considers lived experience and transferrable skills as qualifying unless an item is labeled as required. We are most interested in finding the best candidates for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply.
Potential Vacancy Bureau of Development Services The City Planner II - Environmental position at the Bureau of Development Services performs reviews of complex development proposals and plans for compliance with Title 33 Zoning Code and applicable environmental codes, approval criteria, requirements, and regulations. They use their environmental expertise to evaluate development alternatives, seek to minimize impacts to resources and to ensure unavoidable impacts are mitigated. City Planner IIs are expected to exercise sound independent judgment, initiative, and decision-making to develop timely solutions to complex problems. Planners in this role are also expected of provide excellent customer service in an equitable manner to meet the needs of the community.
What you'll get to do:
• Manage complex and controversial land use reviews in the environmental specialty area, which typically includes Environmental, Greenway and River reviews. • Review development proposals and environmental impact evaluations against the Zoning Code standards and approval criteria and related documents, such as resource inventories and design guidelines. • Conduct site visits and assess potential impacts in the field. • Solicit input from and coordinate with bureau and agency reviewers on specific development proposals. • Work collaboratively with customers to address problems and find solutions. • Write staff decisions or recommendations addressing discretionary approval criteria with legally defensible findings. • Present staff recommendation and/or decision to decision-making bodies at public hearings. • Provide zoning and land use review process information to a wide range of customers through Early Assistance appointments, 15-minute virtual appointments and the Zoning Hotline.
Information SessionCome meet the hiring manager and the senior recruiter! We'll be talking about the position duties and responsibilities, day to day life in the role, review the announcement, discuss how to apply, and answer questions you may have about the position. Thursday, May 9th 2024, at 12pm PSTJoin Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87132524464 Meeting ID: 871 3252 4464 Questions? Jaclyn Snyder, Senior RecruiterBureau of Human Resourcesmailto:Jaclyn.Snyder@portlandoregon.gov
To Qualify
The following minimum qualifications are required for this position:
• Ability to engage with issues related to access, equity, diversity, displacement, inclusion, implicit bias, and institutional racism, as they relate to planning. • Experience evaluating, drafting, and explaining land use regulations and policies. • Experience interpreting and applying planning principles, regulations, and procedures to a variety of planning issues, including land use, environmental, and other related topics. • Experience planning projects that integrate environmental quality and climate resilience into the urban environment through development design, green infrastructure, and natural resource protection, enhancement, and restoration. • Experience managing large, complex, and politically sensitive planning projects or tasks. • Experience communicating effectively both verbally and in writing with a wide variety of audiences, including government agencies, the public, appointed or elected officials and decision-makers, businesspeople, non-governmental organizations, and people who speak different languages. Although not required, you may have one or more of the following:
• Knowledge of and experience with Oregon's Statewide Planning Goals and the state and local land use regulatory framework, including specialized knowledge of Oregon's Statewide Planning Goals 5 and 15. • Knowledge of and experience with federal, state and/or regional requirements, including the Endangered Species Act, FEMA National Flood Insurance Program floodplain management, the Metro Urban Growth Management Functional Plan, and others. • Advanced degree or professional certification in urban planning, environmental planning, natural resource management, public administration or related field. • Experience using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to evaluate issues and inform policies and regulations. A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is graduation from a college or university with an undergraduate or graduate degree in urban planning or a closely related field; and four years of progressively responsible professional planning experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Experience in a public agency is preferred.
The Recruitment Process
STEP 1: Apply online between Monday, April 29, 2024 - Monday, May 20, 2024 Required Application Materials: • Resume • Answer to the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions)
Optional Application Materials:
• Veteran documents to request for Veteran Preference (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.)
Application Tips: • Your responses to the supplemental questions should include details describing your education, training and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement. • Your resume should support the details described in your responses to the supplemental questions. • Salary Range/Equity Pay Analysis: Please note per the https://www.oregon.gov/boli/workers/pages/equal-pay.aspx your salary is determined based on the experience and education listed in your resume/application. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all directly related and equivalent experience. • Do not attach materials not requested. • All completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment. • All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.
Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of May 20, 2024 • An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and supplemental questions, weighted 100%. • Your resume and responses to the supplemental questions will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification. • You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the https://www.portland.gov/policies/human-resources-administrative-rules/employment/hrar-301-recruitment-processes for complete information. • Additional evaluation may be required prior to establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection.
Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of May 27, 2024 • Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list.
Step 4: Selection (Interview): June
• Hiring bureau will review and select candidates to interview. • Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list.
Step 5: Offer of Employment: July
Step 6: Start Date: August • A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.
*Timeline is approximate and subject to change*
Additional Information
https://www.portland.gov/bhr/career-center/recruitment-policy for additional information regarding the following:
• Veteran Preference • ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations • Work Status • Equal Employment Opportunity
To apply, please visit https://apptrkr.com/5225140
Full Time
City Planner II -Environmental
City of Portland
Salary: $46.24 - $53.53 Hourly
Job Type: Regular
Job Number: 2024-00453
Location: OR, OR
Bureau: Bureau of Planning and Sustainability
Closing: 5/20/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
The Position
Job Appointment: Full time, regular
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm. Alternate schedule may be available.
Work Location: Hybrid. In-person work to be conducted at The Vanport Building located at 1810 SW 5th Avenue. Field work and/or attendance at project events at locations in Portland may also be required. Remote work must be performed within Oregon or Washington. For more information, https://employees.portland.gov/human-resources/people-culture/workplace-framework-and-requirements.
Benefits: Please check our benefit tab for an overview of benefit for this position
Union Representation: This classification is represented by the Professional Technical Employees, Local 17 (PROTEC17) collective bargaining agreement. You can view the labor agreement here: https://www.portland.gov/bhr/employee-relations/labor-relations/labor-agreements.
Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland's online portal. You will need respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume.
About the classification: The City Planner II- Environmental classification is utilized in both Bureau of Development Services and Bureau of Planning and Sustainability. If you apply and meet minimum qualifications, you will remain eligible for future opportunities within this classification for both bureaus for the duration of the eligible list. Please review the open vacancy information below, along with a general description of how each bureau utilizes City Planner II-Environmental professionals.
Current Vacancy Bureau of Planning and Sustainability The Bureau of Planning and Sustainability (BPS) is seeking to fill a City Planner II - Environmental position within the bureau's River, Environmental and Resilience Team. As the City of Portland's long-range planning bureau, BPS coordinates and leads complex multi-agency projects that shape Portland's built environment and the lives of its residents.
The City Planner II - Environmental participates in long range planning projects focused on the integration of natural resource functions into the built environment by incorporating green infrastructure, natural resource protection and restoration into plans and project designs. This requires analyzing issues in the context of complex existing or potential policies and code provisions and explaining the results and recommendations clearly and persuasively. This frequently results in the need for the City Planner II - Environmental to draft or amend policies and regulations. This position works within collaborative project teams and may serve as a project manager or coordinator. The successful candidate will work under the general direction of a Supervising Planner.
This position is on the River, Environmental and Resilience Team. This team both leads and collaborates with other City bureaus in developing plans for Portland's rivers and natural resources; updates to Portland's natural resource inventories, environmental and floodplain policies and regulations (e.g., environmental and greenway overlay zones); and plans to address natural hazards (extreme rain and flooding, extreme heat, wildfires and smoke, landslides) and other resiliency and climate change topics. This group provides technical assistance to BPS and other planning projects.
As a City Planner II - Environmental, you will:
• Coordinate complex planning projects to develop policies, planning recommendations or develop solutions to long- and short-term problems; designs and coordinates projects by identifying problems, determining methodology, setting project goals and objectives and developing work plans and budgets. • Evaluate project proposals or plans for compliance/consistency with applicable codes, criteria, requirements, and regulations. • Research policy issues and conditions; collect information regarding study needs from other sources; conduct and analyze surveys, inventories, and evaluations. • Develop and implement public involvement and outreach processes, with a focus on engaging historically marginalized and underserved communities; prepare written and graphic materials and presentations for a range of audiences. • Facilitate public meetings and workshops; coordinate work with outside groups, inter-bureau representatives and co-workers to discuss issues and develop bureau policy. • Answer questions and provide information and assistance to the public in person, by telephone and in writing; document citizen feedback. • Develop and monitor the work program of technical and community advisory committees, professional service contractors, inter-bureau work groups, and ad-hoc project-specific teams; assist in drafting scope of work documents, requests for proposals, funding proposals, and budget-related documents. • Present project deliverables to the City Council and other decision-making bodies. • Manage professional service contracts and intergovernmental agreements; drafts requests for proposal, contracts, and scope of services; participate in consultant selection process; coordinate and review the work of consultants; monitor work programs and schedules to ensure terms of contract are met and project is completed in a timely manner.
Our ideal candidate is:
• Collaborative and Independent: An outgoing professional who values partnership and stakeholder relationships. Someone who can both work independently and in a collaborative environment. • Strong Communicator: An effective communicator who listens intently, works to identify concerns, engages respectfully, relays information clearly, checks for understanding, and adapts their communication style to meet the needs of the audience. • Proficient Time Manager: Demonstrates exceptional planning skills, consistently meeting deadlines with precision. Responds promptly to inquiries from both internal teams and external stakeholders, showcasing efficient time allocation and prioritization. • Solutions Oriented: A problem solver who applies critical thinking to develop various approaches to tackle issues and opportunities. • Invested in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI): Use DEI concepts to guide and inform work. Experience with inclusive, respectful, and culturally responsive practices. • Emotionally Intelligent: Motivated, passionate, team-oriented, and empathetic. Strong interpersonal skills.
About the Bureau: The Portland Bureau of Planning and Sustainability develops creative and practical solutions enhance Portland's livability, preserve distinctive places and plan for a resilient future. We are committed to advancing equity as a means of achieving prosperous, healthy, resilient communities. In collaboration with community partners, we provide leadership in planning, climate/sustainability, and community technology. The Planning programs include comprehensive land use, neighborhood, economic, historic and environmental planning, and urban design. The Climate and Sustainability programs includes policy to address climate change and technical services to advance green building and a just transition to clean energy, waste prevention, composting and recycling, and administration of the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund. The Community Technology programs include regulation of private franchise utilities, administration of the Mt. Hood Cable Regulatory Commission, digital equity and inclusion policy and projects, and Smart Cities PDX.
https://www.portland.gov/bps BPS values a diverse workforce and seeks ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization. We encourage candidates with knowledge, ability and experience working with abroad range of individuals and diverse communities to apply. Although not required, BPS encourages candidates that can fluently speak more than one language to include that information in your resume. BPS offers an excellent benefits package, flexible work schedules and support for training and skills development in a positive, engaging, and creative work environment.
Studies have shown that women, non-binary people, and Black, Indigenous, and other people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet all the qualifications listed. BPS considers lived experience and transferrable skills as qualifying unless an item is labeled as required. We are most interested in finding the best candidates for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply.
Potential Vacancy Bureau of Development Services The City Planner II - Environmental position at the Bureau of Development Services performs reviews of complex development proposals and plans for compliance with Title 33 Zoning Code and applicable environmental codes, approval criteria, requirements, and regulations. They use their environmental expertise to evaluate development alternatives, seek to minimize impacts to resources and to ensure unavoidable impacts are mitigated. City Planner IIs are expected to exercise sound independent judgment, initiative, and decision-making to develop timely solutions to complex problems. Planners in this role are also expected of provide excellent customer service in an equitable manner to meet the needs of the community.
What you'll get to do:
• Manage complex and controversial land use reviews in the environmental specialty area, which typically includes Environmental, Greenway and River reviews. • Review development proposals and environmental impact evaluations against the Zoning Code standards and approval criteria and related documents, such as resource inventories and design guidelines. • Conduct site visits and assess potential impacts in the field. • Solicit input from and coordinate with bureau and agency reviewers on specific development proposals. • Work collaboratively with customers to address problems and find solutions. • Write staff decisions or recommendations addressing discretionary approval criteria with legally defensible findings. • Present staff recommendation and/or decision to decision-making bodies at public hearings. • Provide zoning and land use review process information to a wide range of customers through Early Assistance appointments, 15-minute virtual appointments and the Zoning Hotline.
Information SessionCome meet the hiring manager and the senior recruiter! We'll be talking about the position duties and responsibilities, day to day life in the role, review the announcement, discuss how to apply, and answer questions you may have about the position. Thursday, May 9th 2024, at 12pm PSTJoin Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87132524464 Meeting ID: 871 3252 4464 Questions? Jaclyn Snyder, Senior RecruiterBureau of Human Resourcesmailto:Jaclyn.Snyder@portlandoregon.gov
To Qualify
The following minimum qualifications are required for this position:
• Ability to engage with issues related to access, equity, diversity, displacement, inclusion, implicit bias, and institutional racism, as they relate to planning. • Experience evaluating, drafting, and explaining land use regulations and policies. • Experience interpreting and applying planning principles, regulations, and procedures to a variety of planning issues, including land use, environmental, and other related topics. • Experience planning projects that integrate environmental quality and climate resilience into the urban environment through development design, green infrastructure, and natural resource protection, enhancement, and restoration. • Experience managing large, complex, and politically sensitive planning projects or tasks. • Experience communicating effectively both verbally and in writing with a wide variety of audiences, including government agencies, the public, appointed or elected officials and decision-makers, businesspeople, non-governmental organizations, and people who speak different languages. Although not required, you may have one or more of the following:
• Knowledge of and experience with Oregon's Statewide Planning Goals and the state and local land use regulatory framework, including specialized knowledge of Oregon's Statewide Planning Goals 5 and 15. • Knowledge of and experience with federal, state and/or regional requirements, including the Endangered Species Act, FEMA National Flood Insurance Program floodplain management, the Metro Urban Growth Management Functional Plan, and others. • Advanced degree or professional certification in urban planning, environmental planning, natural resource management, public administration or related field. • Experience using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to evaluate issues and inform policies and regulations. A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is graduation from a college or university with an undergraduate or graduate degree in urban planning or a closely related field; and four years of progressively responsible professional planning experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Experience in a public agency is preferred.
The Recruitment Process
STEP 1: Apply online between Monday, April 29, 2024 - Monday, May 20, 2024 Required Application Materials: • Resume • Answer to the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions)
Optional Application Materials:
• Veteran documents to request for Veteran Preference (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.)
Application Tips: • Your responses to the supplemental questions should include details describing your education, training and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement. • Your resume should support the details described in your responses to the supplemental questions. • Salary Range/Equity Pay Analysis: Please note per the https://www.oregon.gov/boli/workers/pages/equal-pay.aspx your salary is determined based on the experience and education listed in your resume/application. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all directly related and equivalent experience. • Do not attach materials not requested. • All completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment. • All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.
Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of May 20, 2024 • An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and supplemental questions, weighted 100%. • Your resume and responses to the supplemental questions will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification. • You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the https://www.portland.gov/policies/human-resources-administrative-rules/employment/hrar-301-recruitment-processes for complete information. • Additional evaluation may be required prior to establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection.
Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of May 27, 2024 • Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list.
Step 4: Selection (Interview): June
• Hiring bureau will review and select candidates to interview. • Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list.
Step 5: Offer of Employment: July
Step 6: Start Date: August • A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.
*Timeline is approximate and subject to change*
Additional Information
https://www.portland.gov/bhr/career-center/recruitment-policy for additional information regarding the following:
• Veteran Preference • ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations • Work Status • Equal Employment Opportunity
To apply, please visit https://apptrkr.com/5225140
Human Resources Manager
Job no: 533761
Work type: Officer of Administration
Location: Eugene, OR
Categories: Administrative/Professional, Administrative/Office Support, Human Resources
Department: PAST Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing Salary: $60,000 - $70,000 per year Compensation Band: OS-OA06-Fiscal Year 2023-2024 FTE: 1.0
Application Review Begins
May 21, 2024; position open until filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please complete an online application and upload a current resume that clearly demonstrates how you meet the listed qualifications. You will also be asked to provide names and contact information for 3 professional references; you will be notified before references are contacted.
Department Summary
Administrative Services oversees multiple business hubs and shared service organizations throughout the University. Located within the Finance and Administration portfolio, the objective of the division is to provide efficient, strategic and specialized administrative services to support the missions of various departments, schools and colleges at the University of Oregon. Administrative Services focuses on department-specific budget, finance, payroll, human resources, and procure-to-pay functions as well as specialized physical security and utility technologies. Administrative Services is a metric-driven, people-first administrative team that strives to create efficient, effective and sustainable administrative support structures across campus.
As one of the shared services hubs in Administrative Services, the Provost's Administrative Services Team (PAST) provides business and administrative services for Partner Units in the Office of the Provost (OtP) portfolio. PAST partner units include the Division of Global Engagement; Division of Graduate Studies; Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art; Museum of Natural and Cultural History; Undergraduate Education and Student Success; and University Libraries. The units supported by PAST constitute a large business enterprise consisting of more than 1,500 employees and total operating expenditures of more than $73.5 million, all funds. PAST works with multiple employee category types including three different unions, student employees, and officers of administration.
Position Summary
The Human Resources Manager will provide essential human resources management within the PAST shared services team and PAST partner units. This position will support and facilitate effective communication, excellent standards of workplace conduct, and interpersonal problem-solving with high levels of confidentiality, sensitivity, and cultural awareness for approximately 1500 employees. This position is expected to use diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility frameworks in every part of their responsibilities.
Within the PAST portfolio, the HR Manager's responsibilities will include overseeing and managing onboarding and offboarding activities, coordinating the performance evaluation process, as well as maintaining and tracking the student hire process. They will manage projects for PAST HR strategic initiatives and responsibilities, plan and execute administrative processes, and recommend and implement process improvements. This position will support recruitment and the hiring process, helping to ensure diverse and robust candidate pools.
This position regularly exercises independent judgment and develops unit procedures involving personnel and office staffing resources. In addition, they interpret and apply the appropriate policies, procedures, rules, and regulations to ensure compliance with all applicable entities.
The HR Manager reports to the Associate Director of PAST HR, and will be a key support to the Associate Director in process management, performance evaluations, promotions, student hires, and recruitment. The HR Manager will supervise a team of 2-3 HR Coordinators who support HR processes across the PAST portfolio.
Minimum Requirements
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and skills.
• Three years experience as a human resources professional in a large, complex organization including any of the following: personnel and pay actions, HRIS data management, recruiting, job analysis, job description development and/or classification and compensation.
• One year of supervisory or lead work experience.
Professional Competencies
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing priorities and provide proactive, effective change leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to build productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, diplomacy, and to make decisions prudently.
• Superior communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential materials and issues with care and tact.
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously and meet multiple overlapping, cascading deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and consistent follow-through.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a respectful workplace and model a positive and proactive attitude.
• Understanding of and ability to implement recruitment strategies that promote a diverse workforce.
• Demonstrated ability to advance diversity and inclusion efforts through their actions and influencing the actions of others.
Preferred Qualifications
• Human resources experience in a higher education setting or similarly complex multi-unit organization.
• Experience understanding and applying provisions of collective bargaining agreements to personnel situations, and working with a variety of employee groups including: administrative, faculty, and student employees.
• Experience with developing and implementing processes and procedures.
• Experience managing and tracking details for complex data sets.
• Experience with project management principles and implementing projects.
• Human Resources credential (for example, SHRM-CP/SCP, PHR, etc.).
FLSA Exempt: Yes
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background inquiry.
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 mailto: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 http://studentlife.uoregon.edu/nondiscrimination.
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 https://clery.uoregon.edu/annual-campus-security-and-fire-safety-report.
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5226864
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Full Time
Human Resources Manager
Job no: 533761
Work type: Officer of Administration
Location: Eugene, OR
Categories: Administrative/Professional, Administrative/Office Support, Human Resources
Department: PAST Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing Salary: $60,000 - $70,000 per year Compensation Band: OS-OA06-Fiscal Year 2023-2024 FTE: 1.0
Application Review Begins
May 21, 2024; position open until filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please complete an online application and upload a current resume that clearly demonstrates how you meet the listed qualifications. You will also be asked to provide names and contact information for 3 professional references; you will be notified before references are contacted.
Department Summary
Administrative Services oversees multiple business hubs and shared service organizations throughout the University. Located within the Finance and Administration portfolio, the objective of the division is to provide efficient, strategic and specialized administrative services to support the missions of various departments, schools and colleges at the University of Oregon. Administrative Services focuses on department-specific budget, finance, payroll, human resources, and procure-to-pay functions as well as specialized physical security and utility technologies. Administrative Services is a metric-driven, people-first administrative team that strives to create efficient, effective and sustainable administrative support structures across campus.
As one of the shared services hubs in Administrative Services, the Provost's Administrative Services Team (PAST) provides business and administrative services for Partner Units in the Office of the Provost (OtP) portfolio. PAST partner units include the Division of Global Engagement; Division of Graduate Studies; Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art; Museum of Natural and Cultural History; Undergraduate Education and Student Success; and University Libraries. The units supported by PAST constitute a large business enterprise consisting of more than 1,500 employees and total operating expenditures of more than $73.5 million, all funds. PAST works with multiple employee category types including three different unions, student employees, and officers of administration.
Position Summary
The Human Resources Manager will provide essential human resources management within the PAST shared services team and PAST partner units. This position will support and facilitate effective communication, excellent standards of workplace conduct, and interpersonal problem-solving with high levels of confidentiality, sensitivity, and cultural awareness for approximately 1500 employees. This position is expected to use diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility frameworks in every part of their responsibilities.
Within the PAST portfolio, the HR Manager's responsibilities will include overseeing and managing onboarding and offboarding activities, coordinating the performance evaluation process, as well as maintaining and tracking the student hire process. They will manage projects for PAST HR strategic initiatives and responsibilities, plan and execute administrative processes, and recommend and implement process improvements. This position will support recruitment and the hiring process, helping to ensure diverse and robust candidate pools.
This position regularly exercises independent judgment and develops unit procedures involving personnel and office staffing resources. In addition, they interpret and apply the appropriate policies, procedures, rules, and regulations to ensure compliance with all applicable entities.
The HR Manager reports to the Associate Director of PAST HR, and will be a key support to the Associate Director in process management, performance evaluations, promotions, student hires, and recruitment. The HR Manager will supervise a team of 2-3 HR Coordinators who support HR processes across the PAST portfolio.
Minimum Requirements
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and skills.
• Three years experience as a human resources professional in a large, complex organization including any of the following: personnel and pay actions, HRIS data management, recruiting, job analysis, job description development and/or classification and compensation.
• One year of supervisory or lead work experience.
Professional Competencies
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing priorities and provide proactive, effective change leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to build productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, diplomacy, and to make decisions prudently.
• Superior communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential materials and issues with care and tact.
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously and meet multiple overlapping, cascading deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and consistent follow-through.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a respectful workplace and model a positive and proactive attitude.
• Understanding of and ability to implement recruitment strategies that promote a diverse workforce.
• Demonstrated ability to advance diversity and inclusion efforts through their actions and influencing the actions of others.
Preferred Qualifications
• Human resources experience in a higher education setting or similarly complex multi-unit organization.
• Experience understanding and applying provisions of collective bargaining agreements to personnel situations, and working with a variety of employee groups including: administrative, faculty, and student employees.
• Experience with developing and implementing processes and procedures.
• Experience managing and tracking details for complex data sets.
• Experience with project management principles and implementing projects.
• Human Resources credential (for example, SHRM-CP/SCP, PHR, etc.).
FLSA Exempt: Yes
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background inquiry.
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 mailto: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 http://studentlife.uoregon.edu/nondiscrimination.
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 https://clery.uoregon.edu/annual-campus-security-and-fire-safety-report.
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5226864
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We’re Hiring!
Marketing Coordinator
Location of Position: Marin Headlands, Sausalito, California
Reports to : Director of Marketing & Communications
Position Classification & Expected Hours of Work, and Travel:
This is a full-time, non-exempt position.
Hybrid work schedule 2-3 days on site or as needed, 2-3 days from home.
Days and hours of work may vary according to the needs of The Marine Mammal Center.
Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
Some travel within California and the Hawaiian Islands may be expected for this position.
Compensation Range: $32.00/hr - $36.60/hr
Full Benefits:
Generous time off policies, including Holidays, Sick, and Vacation.
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Life Insurance
Long Term Disability Insurance
401k Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Job Summary
The Marketing Coordinator is focused on providing technical and administrative support to The Marine Mammal Center’s Marketing & Communications department. Areas of responsibility include support for our CRM, email/SMS marketing efforts, and website content. The Marketing Coordinator will also support the team by providing assistance with public relations, social media, and photography.
Essential Functions
Technical & Administration Support: 65%
Provide overall technical and administrative support for our Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system, EveryAction, public relations and social media for the Marketing & Communications department.
Execute data loads into our CRM from third party sources, including but not limited to, rescue hotline, Eventbrite, and Facebook.
Facilitate engagement form creation and reporting.
Ensure our CRM system remains up to date and processes run smoothly by continually reviewing processes and updating accordingly.
Create and send non-automated marketing emails and Short Message Services (SMS) and respond to SMS messages.
Monitor public relations media inbox and respond to requests for interviews, information, photos, and videos.
Coordinate public relations media interviews and send follow-ups after interviews.
Monitor comments on all social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X(Twitter)) and respond or flag as needed and respond to social media channel inbox messages.
Create content for social media channels including, but not limited to, writing posts and finding photos/videos.
Website Content: 20%
Manage website content update process and collaborate with internal content submitters to ensure all content is ready for publication.
Edit, create, and post website content as requested which includes, but is not limited to:
Adding news content such as web stories and press releases.
Update content such as programmatic or language updates.
Daily patient imports from the Center’s electronic animal records database system (Ruby).
Weekly patient photo updates.
Update staff biographies and job postings as requested.
Post new publications and online learning resources as requested.
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) tactic implementation including updating content, redirects, etc.
Photography Management: 10%
Respond to photo requests.
Manage and schedule volunteer photographers, including assignments such as patient photographers, event photographers, release photographers, and photo archivist.
Manage photo storage, including the Center’s Flickr and Dropbox accounts.
Collaborate with the Digital Marketing Manager, and other members of the organization to tag and file approved photos.
Photography Management: 5%
Respond to photo requests.
Manage and schedule volunteer photographers, including assignments such as patient photographers, event photographers, release photographers, and photo archivist.
Manage photo storage, including the Center’s Flickr and Dropbox accounts.
Collaborate with the Digital Marketing Manager, and other members of the organization to tag and file approved photos.
Other Duties as Assigned: 10%
Perform special projects and research as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibility:
Various Photography volunteers
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Demonstrated experience with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems. Experience with EveryAction a plus.
Demonstrated experience with photo and video editing.
Ability to learn various internal platforms to make requests and/or pull data.
Familiarity with content management systems (CMS) and marketing automation tools.
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Proficiency in SEO best practices and keyword research.
Ability to multi-task and balance multiple projects simultaneously, reprioritize, and pivot to meet deadlines while providing high-quality work.
Experience in nonprofit communications a plus.
Journalism or writing experience a plus, especially scientific journalism.
Proven ability to work as part of a team, cross-functionally, and with external stakeholders.
Creative thinker with a passion for staying up to date on industry trends and innovations.
Flexible and resilient with the ability to prioritize competing tasks and manage change appropriately.
Demonstrates initiative and thinks proactively.
Strong commitment to the mission and goals of The Marine Mammal Center.
Communicate and interact effectively with people across cultures, ethnic groups, and identities.
Practice self-awareness and respect while engaging with people of diverse backgrounds.
Willingness to support and participate in The Marine Mammal Center’s diversity, equity, and inclusion programs.
Qualifications and Experience
Valid driver license with acceptable motor vehicle record to maintain standards of insurability.
Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination or waiver (medical or religious)
A combination of education and/or experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, or related field.
3 years of relevant experience in communications or related field.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
This position operates in a professional office, laboratory, and hospital environment both indoors and outdoors with access to other parts of the facilities via outdoor pathways.
Some work may occur in outdoor weather conditions and elements.
Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, scanners, and filing cabinets.
Ability to work at a desk for extended periods using a computer.
Exposure to allergens and zoonotic diseases.
Involves smells associated with animals and the care of animals.
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY
The Marine Mammal Center actively engages individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to embracing diversity within our organization because we firmly believe that diverse employee teams help us to achieve our best organizational outcomes and provide the most effective support to the communities we serve. We are deeply dedicated to creating and maintaining an inclusive, equitable and supportive work environment. We strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply. The Marine Mammal Center believes in growth and supporting our employees as best we can so they can become their best selves in and outside of work. We believe that a healthy work environment means building an inclusive culture where people can thrive together and feel supported and empowered. We believe in stretch versus constraint.
OUR MISSION
The Marine Mammal Center advances global conservation through marine mammal rescue and rehabilitation, scientific research, and education.
ABOUT THE MARINE MAMMAL CENTER
The Marine Mammal Center is leading the field in ocean conservation through marine mammal rescue, veterinary medicine, science, and education.
For more information, please visit our “About Us” page at www.marinemammalcenter.org
To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and resume and provide a brief description about how your experience aligns with the role.
Note that applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
In your cover letter, please feel free to note which pronouns you use (For example – she/her/hers, he/him/his, they/them/theirs, etc).
We strongly encourage people of color, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and non-binary people, veterans, parents, and individuals with disabilities to apply. The Center is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to our team. If you need reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.
Full-time
We’re Hiring!
Marketing Coordinator
Location of Position: Marin Headlands, Sausalito, California
Reports to : Director of Marketing & Communications
Position Classification & Expected Hours of Work, and Travel:
This is a full-time, non-exempt position.
Hybrid work schedule 2-3 days on site or as needed, 2-3 days from home.
Days and hours of work may vary according to the needs of The Marine Mammal Center.
Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
Some travel within California and the Hawaiian Islands may be expected for this position.
Compensation Range: $32.00/hr - $36.60/hr
Full Benefits:
Generous time off policies, including Holidays, Sick, and Vacation.
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Life Insurance
Long Term Disability Insurance
401k Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Job Summary
The Marketing Coordinator is focused on providing technical and administrative support to The Marine Mammal Center’s Marketing & Communications department. Areas of responsibility include support for our CRM, email/SMS marketing efforts, and website content. The Marketing Coordinator will also support the team by providing assistance with public relations, social media, and photography.
Essential Functions
Technical & Administration Support: 65%
Provide overall technical and administrative support for our Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system, EveryAction, public relations and social media for the Marketing & Communications department.
Execute data loads into our CRM from third party sources, including but not limited to, rescue hotline, Eventbrite, and Facebook.
Facilitate engagement form creation and reporting.
Ensure our CRM system remains up to date and processes run smoothly by continually reviewing processes and updating accordingly.
Create and send non-automated marketing emails and Short Message Services (SMS) and respond to SMS messages.
Monitor public relations media inbox and respond to requests for interviews, information, photos, and videos.
Coordinate public relations media interviews and send follow-ups after interviews.
Monitor comments on all social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X(Twitter)) and respond or flag as needed and respond to social media channel inbox messages.
Create content for social media channels including, but not limited to, writing posts and finding photos/videos.
Website Content: 20%
Manage website content update process and collaborate with internal content submitters to ensure all content is ready for publication.
Edit, create, and post website content as requested which includes, but is not limited to:
Adding news content such as web stories and press releases.
Update content such as programmatic or language updates.
Daily patient imports from the Center’s electronic animal records database system (Ruby).
Weekly patient photo updates.
Update staff biographies and job postings as requested.
Post new publications and online learning resources as requested.
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) tactic implementation including updating content, redirects, etc.
Photography Management: 10%
Respond to photo requests.
Manage and schedule volunteer photographers, including assignments such as patient photographers, event photographers, release photographers, and photo archivist.
Manage photo storage, including the Center’s Flickr and Dropbox accounts.
Collaborate with the Digital Marketing Manager, and other members of the organization to tag and file approved photos.
Photography Management: 5%
Respond to photo requests.
Manage and schedule volunteer photographers, including assignments such as patient photographers, event photographers, release photographers, and photo archivist.
Manage photo storage, including the Center’s Flickr and Dropbox accounts.
Collaborate with the Digital Marketing Manager, and other members of the organization to tag and file approved photos.
Other Duties as Assigned: 10%
Perform special projects and research as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibility:
Various Photography volunteers
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Demonstrated experience with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems. Experience with EveryAction a plus.
Demonstrated experience with photo and video editing.
Ability to learn various internal platforms to make requests and/or pull data.
Familiarity with content management systems (CMS) and marketing automation tools.
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Proficiency in SEO best practices and keyword research.
Ability to multi-task and balance multiple projects simultaneously, reprioritize, and pivot to meet deadlines while providing high-quality work.
Experience in nonprofit communications a plus.
Journalism or writing experience a plus, especially scientific journalism.
Proven ability to work as part of a team, cross-functionally, and with external stakeholders.
Creative thinker with a passion for staying up to date on industry trends and innovations.
Flexible and resilient with the ability to prioritize competing tasks and manage change appropriately.
Demonstrates initiative and thinks proactively.
Strong commitment to the mission and goals of The Marine Mammal Center.
Communicate and interact effectively with people across cultures, ethnic groups, and identities.
Practice self-awareness and respect while engaging with people of diverse backgrounds.
Willingness to support and participate in The Marine Mammal Center’s diversity, equity, and inclusion programs.
Qualifications and Experience
Valid driver license with acceptable motor vehicle record to maintain standards of insurability.
Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination or waiver (medical or religious)
A combination of education and/or experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, or related field.
3 years of relevant experience in communications or related field.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
This position operates in a professional office, laboratory, and hospital environment both indoors and outdoors with access to other parts of the facilities via outdoor pathways.
Some work may occur in outdoor weather conditions and elements.
Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, scanners, and filing cabinets.
Ability to work at a desk for extended periods using a computer.
Exposure to allergens and zoonotic diseases.
Involves smells associated with animals and the care of animals.
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY
The Marine Mammal Center actively engages individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to embracing diversity within our organization because we firmly believe that diverse employee teams help us to achieve our best organizational outcomes and provide the most effective support to the communities we serve. We are deeply dedicated to creating and maintaining an inclusive, equitable and supportive work environment. We strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply. The Marine Mammal Center believes in growth and supporting our employees as best we can so they can become their best selves in and outside of work. We believe that a healthy work environment means building an inclusive culture where people can thrive together and feel supported and empowered. We believe in stretch versus constraint.
OUR MISSION
The Marine Mammal Center advances global conservation through marine mammal rescue and rehabilitation, scientific research, and education.
ABOUT THE MARINE MAMMAL CENTER
The Marine Mammal Center is leading the field in ocean conservation through marine mammal rescue, veterinary medicine, science, and education.
For more information, please visit our “About Us” page at www.marinemammalcenter.org
To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and resume and provide a brief description about how your experience aligns with the role.
Note that applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
In your cover letter, please feel free to note which pronouns you use (For example – she/her/hers, he/him/his, they/them/theirs, etc).
We strongly encourage people of color, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and non-binary people, veterans, parents, and individuals with disabilities to apply. The Center is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to our team. If you need reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.
Alachua County Board of County Commissioners
Gainesville, FL
Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in counseling, psychology or related mental health field and three years of mental health counseling and/or crisis intervention experience. A Post-Master's Education Specialist (Ed.S.) Degree is equivalent to the required education and one year of related work experience in suicide and crisis intervention. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience may be considered for trainee status. Licensure in mental health, marriage and family counseling or any related mental health field is required within two years of employment. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and s uccessful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. This is a grant funded position. There are no rights to permanent employment. Position Summary This is responsible professional crisis intervention counseling work in the County's Crisis Center. An employee assigned to this classification directs the daily processing of crisis calls, develops appropriate action plans for immediate client cases and coordinates needed client-supporting resources. Work is performed under the direction of a higher-level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports and observation of the results obtained. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Assigns caseloads and related duties, and coordinates activities of staff, volunteers, and graduate students in providing counseling services to assist clients with problems of emergency or crises nature. Assists all staff through individual and group conferences in analyzing case problems and in improving their diagnostic and helping skills. Reviews case records and evaluates performance of staff members and recommends indicated action. Participates in developing and implementing agency administrative policy. Counsels clients individually and/or in groups on planned basis and in emergencies. Trains new employees in areas such as agency policy, department procedures, and agency or government regulations. Provides in-service training for experienced workers in areas such as new policies, procedures, and regulations. Represents department in community or in interagency activities. Conducts and/or directs staff development programs. Directs and assists volunteer and graduate student counselors in effective processing of immediate telephone and walk-in requests for assistance. Continuously reviews current case load. Counsels and refers clients to appropriate agencies or services in the community. Continuously evaluates and advises crisis intervention volunteers, practicum and internship graduate students. Maintains effective liaison with assisting community mental health and other agencies. Keeps records and maintains client files. Drives a County and/or personal vehicle regularly to respond to crisis calls 24 hours a day/ 7 days a week; drives to offsite locations to conduct training and/or participate in outreach events. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Considerable knowledge of current techniques, principles and practices of crisis intervention and suicide counseling. Considerable knowledge of laws, rules and regulations relating to operations of community crisis intervention centers. Knowledge of community counseling/intervention resources available to the center. Ability to effectively train and supervise volunteers. Ability to respond calmly, quickly and effectively in crisis situations; ability to supervise volunteer crisis intervention counselors in crisis situations. Ability to work with and counsel suicidal/distraught clients. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationship with assisting agencies, other County departments and employees and the general public. Ability to ensure continuous availability of needed supplies; ability to manage daily shift operations. Ability to keep records and maintain files. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Full-time
Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in counseling, psychology or related mental health field and three years of mental health counseling and/or crisis intervention experience. A Post-Master's Education Specialist (Ed.S.) Degree is equivalent to the required education and one year of related work experience in suicide and crisis intervention. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience may be considered for trainee status. Licensure in mental health, marriage and family counseling or any related mental health field is required within two years of employment. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and s uccessful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. This is a grant funded position. There are no rights to permanent employment. Position Summary This is responsible professional crisis intervention counseling work in the County's Crisis Center. An employee assigned to this classification directs the daily processing of crisis calls, develops appropriate action plans for immediate client cases and coordinates needed client-supporting resources. Work is performed under the direction of a higher-level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports and observation of the results obtained. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Assigns caseloads and related duties, and coordinates activities of staff, volunteers, and graduate students in providing counseling services to assist clients with problems of emergency or crises nature. Assists all staff through individual and group conferences in analyzing case problems and in improving their diagnostic and helping skills. Reviews case records and evaluates performance of staff members and recommends indicated action. Participates in developing and implementing agency administrative policy. Counsels clients individually and/or in groups on planned basis and in emergencies. Trains new employees in areas such as agency policy, department procedures, and agency or government regulations. Provides in-service training for experienced workers in areas such as new policies, procedures, and regulations. Represents department in community or in interagency activities. Conducts and/or directs staff development programs. Directs and assists volunteer and graduate student counselors in effective processing of immediate telephone and walk-in requests for assistance. Continuously reviews current case load. Counsels and refers clients to appropriate agencies or services in the community. Continuously evaluates and advises crisis intervention volunteers, practicum and internship graduate students. Maintains effective liaison with assisting community mental health and other agencies. Keeps records and maintains client files. Drives a County and/or personal vehicle regularly to respond to crisis calls 24 hours a day/ 7 days a week; drives to offsite locations to conduct training and/or participate in outreach events. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Considerable knowledge of current techniques, principles and practices of crisis intervention and suicide counseling. Considerable knowledge of laws, rules and regulations relating to operations of community crisis intervention centers. Knowledge of community counseling/intervention resources available to the center. Ability to effectively train and supervise volunteers. Ability to respond calmly, quickly and effectively in crisis situations; ability to supervise volunteer crisis intervention counselors in crisis situations. Ability to work with and counsel suicidal/distraught clients. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationship with assisting agencies, other County departments and employees and the general public. Ability to ensure continuous availability of needed supplies; ability to manage daily shift operations. Ability to keep records and maintain files. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Vice President of Instruction
Location: Woodland Community College - Woodland, CA
Job Description:
OVERVIEW: At Woodland Community College, the Vice President of Instruction holds a pivotal role in shaping an educational environment that champions student success and equity. The Vice President of Instruction is responsible for developing and overseeing quality, innovative instructional programs and services that are responsive to the diverse needs of our student body and the demands of a rapidly changing world.Working closely with faculty, staff, and administrative teams, the Vice President of Instruction supports the development and implementation of curriculum that meets the evolving needs of our students and the community at large. They champion equity by advocating for policies and practices that remove barriers to academic achievement, ensuring that every student has the support they need to succeed. Through collaborative leadership, the Vice President of Instruction guides Woodland Community College in maintaining the highest standards of academic excellence, making it a place where students can thrive, achieve their goals, and transform their lives. We invite qualified candidates to join us in our commitment to student success, excellence, equity, and community engagement.
Woodland Community College (WCC) is seeking an equity-minded, dynamic, collaborative, and results-oriented leader to serve as Vice President of Instruction.
BASIC FUNCTION:The Vice President of Instruction will report directly to the President of Woodland Community College. The Vice President serves as the Chief Instructional Officer providing general oversight for the College's academic programs. The Vice President manages and evaluates the work of the Instructional Deans, other managers, and staff within the Office of Instruction.
The Vice President of Instruction plays a pivotal role in shaping the academic landscape and ensuring instructional practices meet the diverse needs of all students. As a member of the College leadership team, and in cooperation with the team of vice presidents and deans, the Vice President of Instruction works closely with the College President to support the comprehensive success of the college and its three sites.
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Essential Duties Summary:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES SUMMARY:
• Under the direction of the President of Woodland Community College, serves as the Chief Instructional Officer for the College, overseeing academic programs and instructional support services. • Provide visionary leadership in the development and implementation of academic programs and initiatives that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion across all facets of the institution and among a diverse community of managers, faculty, staff, and students. • Collaborate with other college leaders to implement strategic goals and priorities aligned with the college’s mission and values. • Lead the continued development and refinement of guided pathway framework aimed at improving student success and completion. • Work closely with faculty, staff, and administrators to ensure seamless pathways for student progression, transfer, and career readiness. • Work with the College President to develop and implement strategies to increase student enrollment and improve persistence rates, particularly among underrepresented and post-traditional student populations. • Analyze enrollment trends, student data, and feedback to identify barriers and opportunities for enhancing student success. • Interpret and analyze pertinent educational laws, legislation, policies, regulations and procedures to determine the impact on the College and to formulate compliance and reporting strategies. • Complete timely and accurate reports at the State, Federal, and local level in the area of responsibility as assigned by the President. • Under the direction of the College President, provide leadership in the preparation of accreditation reporting. • Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts within the instructional division, fostering a culture of belonging and respect. Implement strategies to recruit and retain diverse faculty and staff, and ensure inclusive teaching and learning environments for all students. • Assist in the development, revision and implementation of the College’s Educational Comprehensive Plan (formerly known as Educational Master Plan). Lead the College’s instructional planning and program review to ensure alignment between College and District planning goals and objectives. • Utilize data analytics and assessment tools to inform decision making and evaluate the effectiveness of instructional programs and services. Monitor key performance indicators related to student outcomes, program quality, and equity metrics. • Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth among faculty and staff within the instructional division. Provide support and resources for faculty development, pedagogical innovation, and the adoption of best practices in teaching and learning. • Oversee the collegial process to update and maintain College curriculum that meets all state mandates and advances student success. • Ensure the assessment of student learning outcomes and service area outcomes to determine the effectiveness of student learning in instructional programs. • Provide oversight in the preparation of each semester/term class schedule and ensures effective enrollment management. • Actively engage in and support College participatory governance and other collaborative processes, and represent the College on District-wide committees and project teams. • Participate in the hiring, training, management, and evaluation of College managers, faculty, and classified staff. • Oversee and facilitate College faculty coordinator recruitments, interviews, agreements, reviews and evaluations. • Oversee and manage the Instructional operating budgets. • Interpret, ensure compliance with, and help develop provisions of relevant collective bargaining agreements. • Employ appropriate techniques and strategies to resolve disputes and to enhance communication and cooperation within the College. • Review Service Agreements, Grants, and Memoranda of Understanding within the Instruction area and recommend for approval or denial to the College President. • Collaborate with community organizations, K-12 partners, professional organizations, and industry stakeholders to promote educational success and workforce development. • Assist with the campus institutional advancement efforts, including the writing and administration of grants. • Assume other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the College President. • Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
KNOWLEDGE OF:
• Evaluations processes and professional development; • Planning and budgeting processes; • Oral and written communication skills, including public speaking; • District organization, operations and objectives; • Available resources in educational research.
ABILITY TO:
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with community and business leaders, regional K- 12 school districts, and other higher education institutions; • Work collegially and collaboratively with diverse constituencies; • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Required Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:The minimum qualifications for service as an educational administrator shall be both of the following: (a) Possession of a master’s degree; AND Three years of supervisory leadership experience related to the administrator’s essential duties and assignment. FOREIGN TRANSCRIPTS: Include a U.S. evaluation and translation. Contact the Human Resources website for a list of agencies providing foreign transcript services.
Desired/Preferred Qualifications:
• Doctoral degree in higher education, educational leadership, community college leadership from an accredited institution • 4-5 years of higher education administrative experience • Knowledge of ACCJC Accreditation regulations • Knowledge of California Education Code and Title V • Knowledge of working with HSI (Hispanic Serving Institutions) colleges • Collegiality and collaboration with diverse constituencies, both internal and external • Effective communication, both orally and in writing • Strong and articulate proponent of higher education • Experience working in a participatory governance environment • Demonstrated success in increasing enrollment, persistence, and student success. • Strong management and operations skills
Physical Demands:
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Range/Step: Range 45, Management Salary Schedule
Salary Range: $152,830 - $186,222/Annually (Step 1- 9) Placement will be based on both the candidate's years of related experience and educational qualifications.
Benefits Information:
Additional Resources: - https://www.yccd.edu/central-services/about/ - https://www.yccd.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/2023-24-YCCD-Open-Enrollment-Guide-Management.pdf - https://www.yccd.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/District-Mgmt-Salary-Schedule-2023-2024-FINAL.pdf - https://www.yccd.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/New-YCCD-Telework-Program-1.pdf – Some classifications may have the ability to work remotely or within a hybrid schedule
Posting Number: AS773P
Open Date: 04/10/2024
Close Date: 5/10/2024
Review Start Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS:
• To apply for this position, interested candidates are required to complete an online application, including submission of a Resume, Letter of Interest, EEO/Diversity Statement and Unofficial Transcripts through the People Admin application portal.
FOREIGN TRANSCRIPTS: Include a U.S. evaluation and translation. Contact the Human Resources website for a list of agencies providing foreign transcript services.
• It is important to note that the District retains the right to extend time limits or initiate the recruitment/selection process anew at any stage. • Education Code §87408.6 states that no person shall be initially employed by a community college district in an academic or classified position unless the person has submitted to an examination within the past sixty (60) days to determine that he/she/they is free of active tuberculosis. • As a condition of employment, the position you are applying for will require that you provide fingerprints to the local police department. The fees charged by the Department of Justice (DOJ) and FBI for the fingerprint report is the employee’s responsibility. • Fingerprint clearance must be received prior to the employee’s first day on the job.
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5182302
EEO Statement Equal Employment Opportunity The Yuba Community College District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Yuba Community College District will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection process should contact Human Resources to make the necessary arrangements.
The Yuba Community College District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race or ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or because he/she is perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law, in any of its policies, procedures or practices.
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Full Time
Vice President of Instruction
Location: Woodland Community College - Woodland, CA
Job Description:
OVERVIEW: At Woodland Community College, the Vice President of Instruction holds a pivotal role in shaping an educational environment that champions student success and equity. The Vice President of Instruction is responsible for developing and overseeing quality, innovative instructional programs and services that are responsive to the diverse needs of our student body and the demands of a rapidly changing world.Working closely with faculty, staff, and administrative teams, the Vice President of Instruction supports the development and implementation of curriculum that meets the evolving needs of our students and the community at large. They champion equity by advocating for policies and practices that remove barriers to academic achievement, ensuring that every student has the support they need to succeed. Through collaborative leadership, the Vice President of Instruction guides Woodland Community College in maintaining the highest standards of academic excellence, making it a place where students can thrive, achieve their goals, and transform their lives. We invite qualified candidates to join us in our commitment to student success, excellence, equity, and community engagement.
Woodland Community College (WCC) is seeking an equity-minded, dynamic, collaborative, and results-oriented leader to serve as Vice President of Instruction.
BASIC FUNCTION:The Vice President of Instruction will report directly to the President of Woodland Community College. The Vice President serves as the Chief Instructional Officer providing general oversight for the College's academic programs. The Vice President manages and evaluates the work of the Instructional Deans, other managers, and staff within the Office of Instruction.
The Vice President of Instruction plays a pivotal role in shaping the academic landscape and ensuring instructional practices meet the diverse needs of all students. As a member of the College leadership team, and in cooperation with the team of vice presidents and deans, the Vice President of Instruction works closely with the College President to support the comprehensive success of the college and its three sites.
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Essential Duties Summary:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES SUMMARY:
• Under the direction of the President of Woodland Community College, serves as the Chief Instructional Officer for the College, overseeing academic programs and instructional support services. • Provide visionary leadership in the development and implementation of academic programs and initiatives that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion across all facets of the institution and among a diverse community of managers, faculty, staff, and students. • Collaborate with other college leaders to implement strategic goals and priorities aligned with the college’s mission and values. • Lead the continued development and refinement of guided pathway framework aimed at improving student success and completion. • Work closely with faculty, staff, and administrators to ensure seamless pathways for student progression, transfer, and career readiness. • Work with the College President to develop and implement strategies to increase student enrollment and improve persistence rates, particularly among underrepresented and post-traditional student populations. • Analyze enrollment trends, student data, and feedback to identify barriers and opportunities for enhancing student success. • Interpret and analyze pertinent educational laws, legislation, policies, regulations and procedures to determine the impact on the College and to formulate compliance and reporting strategies. • Complete timely and accurate reports at the State, Federal, and local level in the area of responsibility as assigned by the President. • Under the direction of the College President, provide leadership in the preparation of accreditation reporting. • Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts within the instructional division, fostering a culture of belonging and respect. Implement strategies to recruit and retain diverse faculty and staff, and ensure inclusive teaching and learning environments for all students. • Assist in the development, revision and implementation of the College’s Educational Comprehensive Plan (formerly known as Educational Master Plan). Lead the College’s instructional planning and program review to ensure alignment between College and District planning goals and objectives. • Utilize data analytics and assessment tools to inform decision making and evaluate the effectiveness of instructional programs and services. Monitor key performance indicators related to student outcomes, program quality, and equity metrics. • Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth among faculty and staff within the instructional division. Provide support and resources for faculty development, pedagogical innovation, and the adoption of best practices in teaching and learning. • Oversee the collegial process to update and maintain College curriculum that meets all state mandates and advances student success. • Ensure the assessment of student learning outcomes and service area outcomes to determine the effectiveness of student learning in instructional programs. • Provide oversight in the preparation of each semester/term class schedule and ensures effective enrollment management. • Actively engage in and support College participatory governance and other collaborative processes, and represent the College on District-wide committees and project teams. • Participate in the hiring, training, management, and evaluation of College managers, faculty, and classified staff. • Oversee and facilitate College faculty coordinator recruitments, interviews, agreements, reviews and evaluations. • Oversee and manage the Instructional operating budgets. • Interpret, ensure compliance with, and help develop provisions of relevant collective bargaining agreements. • Employ appropriate techniques and strategies to resolve disputes and to enhance communication and cooperation within the College. • Review Service Agreements, Grants, and Memoranda of Understanding within the Instruction area and recommend for approval or denial to the College President. • Collaborate with community organizations, K-12 partners, professional organizations, and industry stakeholders to promote educational success and workforce development. • Assist with the campus institutional advancement efforts, including the writing and administration of grants. • Assume other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the College President. • Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
KNOWLEDGE OF:
• Evaluations processes and professional development; • Planning and budgeting processes; • Oral and written communication skills, including public speaking; • District organization, operations and objectives; • Available resources in educational research.
ABILITY TO:
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with community and business leaders, regional K- 12 school districts, and other higher education institutions; • Work collegially and collaboratively with diverse constituencies; • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Required Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:The minimum qualifications for service as an educational administrator shall be both of the following: (a) Possession of a master’s degree; AND Three years of supervisory leadership experience related to the administrator’s essential duties and assignment. FOREIGN TRANSCRIPTS: Include a U.S. evaluation and translation. Contact the Human Resources website for a list of agencies providing foreign transcript services.
Desired/Preferred Qualifications:
• Doctoral degree in higher education, educational leadership, community college leadership from an accredited institution • 4-5 years of higher education administrative experience • Knowledge of ACCJC Accreditation regulations • Knowledge of California Education Code and Title V • Knowledge of working with HSI (Hispanic Serving Institutions) colleges • Collegiality and collaboration with diverse constituencies, both internal and external • Effective communication, both orally and in writing • Strong and articulate proponent of higher education • Experience working in a participatory governance environment • Demonstrated success in increasing enrollment, persistence, and student success. • Strong management and operations skills
Physical Demands:
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Range/Step: Range 45, Management Salary Schedule
Salary Range: $152,830 - $186,222/Annually (Step 1- 9) Placement will be based on both the candidate's years of related experience and educational qualifications.
Benefits Information:
Additional Resources: - https://www.yccd.edu/central-services/about/ - https://www.yccd.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/2023-24-YCCD-Open-Enrollment-Guide-Management.pdf - https://www.yccd.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/District-Mgmt-Salary-Schedule-2023-2024-FINAL.pdf - https://www.yccd.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/New-YCCD-Telework-Program-1.pdf – Some classifications may have the ability to work remotely or within a hybrid schedule
Posting Number: AS773P
Open Date: 04/10/2024
Close Date: 5/10/2024
Review Start Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS:
• To apply for this position, interested candidates are required to complete an online application, including submission of a Resume, Letter of Interest, EEO/Diversity Statement and Unofficial Transcripts through the People Admin application portal.
FOREIGN TRANSCRIPTS: Include a U.S. evaluation and translation. Contact the Human Resources website for a list of agencies providing foreign transcript services.
• It is important to note that the District retains the right to extend time limits or initiate the recruitment/selection process anew at any stage. • Education Code §87408.6 states that no person shall be initially employed by a community college district in an academic or classified position unless the person has submitted to an examination within the past sixty (60) days to determine that he/she/they is free of active tuberculosis. • As a condition of employment, the position you are applying for will require that you provide fingerprints to the local police department. The fees charged by the Department of Justice (DOJ) and FBI for the fingerprint report is the employee’s responsibility. • Fingerprint clearance must be received prior to the employee’s first day on the job.
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5182302
EEO Statement Equal Employment Opportunity The Yuba Community College District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Yuba Community College District will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection process should contact Human Resources to make the necessary arrangements.
The Yuba Community College District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race or ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or because he/she is perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law, in any of its policies, procedures or practices.
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Alachua County Board of County Commissioners
Gainesville, FL
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in real estate, human services, or behavioral sciences and one year of experience in real estate rental, housing subsidies, or landlord and property management experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Must have registered and insured vehicle. Must be able to work during the nights and weekends as needed. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement; may be considered for trainee status. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is responsible professional in providing information and seeking housing for Division of Social Services (DSS) participants in the Alachua County Department of Community Support Services. An employee assigned to this classification acts as the coordinator for housing information and resources; travels throughout Alachua County to locate rental resources; and trains both vendors and renters regarding tenancy skills and rights. The work is performed under the direction of a higher-level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of the results obtained. Examples of Duties This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Communicates in-person, by phone, and electronically with landlord, brokers, and management companies regarding housing utilized by Division of Social Services (DSS) programs and development of new housing opportunities. Seeks available housing units for housing matches proactively and diligently. Maintains expertise on various housing programs and collaborates with DSS on the preparation of applications. Coordinates securing and maintaining rental units for DSS participants. Leads landlord recruitment efforts; builds a reliable pipeline of housing options through sustainable, mutually beneficial relationships. Contributes to an internal data record of housing resources. Assists with resolving crises or conflicts with landlords and management companies. Works with clients and potential vendors to negotiate placement. Assists clients with completing applications. Assists with lease signing and move-in day. Works as collaborative member to ensure DSS participants are living in a safe environment. Conducts Housing Habitability Standards (HHS) Inspections for all potential units. Conducts education workshops to support property owners on a variety of topics, including community resources, which increase awareness of programs that provide affordable permanent and/or supportive housing. Conducts on-going tenancy skills training for all DSS participants. Ensures relative staff are fully apprised of important information regarding rental units. Maintains records updated in the Division’s case management system and enters all required documentation timely. Participates in all required training. Embraces outcome-based strategies and creatively responds to programmatic challenges. Transports clients to and from units. Drives a County and/or personal vehicle to perform required duties. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Considerable knowledge of current principles and practices of real estate and established rental methods/techniques. Considerable knowledge of laws, rules, and regulations relating to tenancy. Knowledge of the various services provided by community agencies for clients. Strong interpersonal skills that result in effective relationships with clients and property managers. Ability to work effectively in chaotic, unstable environments. Ability to be compassionate as well as firm in various situations. Ability to demonstrate high-level customer service skills, understanding, and empathy. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, prepare reports, and maintain accurate records. Ability to work independently with limited review. Ability to utilize various types of technology and systems while traveling. Ability to establish and maintain a good working relationship with colleagues, support staff, other County employees, community agencies, vendors, and the public. Ability to efficiently and accurately input data into the computer systems. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, reach, talk, and hear. The employee is consistently required to be mobile. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to drive locally and long distance with reasonable short-notice. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is moderately exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Full-time
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in real estate, human services, or behavioral sciences and one year of experience in real estate rental, housing subsidies, or landlord and property management experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Must have registered and insured vehicle. Must be able to work during the nights and weekends as needed. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement; may be considered for trainee status. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is responsible professional in providing information and seeking housing for Division of Social Services (DSS) participants in the Alachua County Department of Community Support Services. An employee assigned to this classification acts as the coordinator for housing information and resources; travels throughout Alachua County to locate rental resources; and trains both vendors and renters regarding tenancy skills and rights. The work is performed under the direction of a higher-level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of the results obtained. Examples of Duties This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Communicates in-person, by phone, and electronically with landlord, brokers, and management companies regarding housing utilized by Division of Social Services (DSS) programs and development of new housing opportunities. Seeks available housing units for housing matches proactively and diligently. Maintains expertise on various housing programs and collaborates with DSS on the preparation of applications. Coordinates securing and maintaining rental units for DSS participants. Leads landlord recruitment efforts; builds a reliable pipeline of housing options through sustainable, mutually beneficial relationships. Contributes to an internal data record of housing resources. Assists with resolving crises or conflicts with landlords and management companies. Works with clients and potential vendors to negotiate placement. Assists clients with completing applications. Assists with lease signing and move-in day. Works as collaborative member to ensure DSS participants are living in a safe environment. Conducts Housing Habitability Standards (HHS) Inspections for all potential units. Conducts education workshops to support property owners on a variety of topics, including community resources, which increase awareness of programs that provide affordable permanent and/or supportive housing. Conducts on-going tenancy skills training for all DSS participants. Ensures relative staff are fully apprised of important information regarding rental units. Maintains records updated in the Division’s case management system and enters all required documentation timely. Participates in all required training. Embraces outcome-based strategies and creatively responds to programmatic challenges. Transports clients to and from units. Drives a County and/or personal vehicle to perform required duties. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Considerable knowledge of current principles and practices of real estate and established rental methods/techniques. Considerable knowledge of laws, rules, and regulations relating to tenancy. Knowledge of the various services provided by community agencies for clients. Strong interpersonal skills that result in effective relationships with clients and property managers. Ability to work effectively in chaotic, unstable environments. Ability to be compassionate as well as firm in various situations. Ability to demonstrate high-level customer service skills, understanding, and empathy. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, prepare reports, and maintain accurate records. Ability to work independently with limited review. Ability to utilize various types of technology and systems while traveling. Ability to establish and maintain a good working relationship with colleagues, support staff, other County employees, community agencies, vendors, and the public. Ability to efficiently and accurately input data into the computer systems. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, reach, talk, and hear. The employee is consistently required to be mobile. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to drive locally and long distance with reasonable short-notice. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is moderately exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Alachua County Board of County Commissioners
Gainesville FL, FL
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in business administration, human resources or related field and two (2) years professional experience in human resources, economic development, workforce development or related field; or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. Complete Tier One Training and pass the Tier One Certificate Exam within six (6) months of being hired. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is responsible professional business development work forming partnerships with the regions targeted industries, training providers and community resource partners and to provide support in reaching the established goals in the CareerSource North Central Florida (NCF) Office of the Alachua County Community and Administrative Services Department. An employee assigned to this classification will be a leader, convener, and problem solver to identify and meet targeted industry workforce development needs by combining the services of the One Stops, the region, and area educational partners; and will become familiar with all areas by attending industry meetings, visiting companies, visiting training providers, community partners, understanding industry, and individual employer needs and managing the effective delivery of workforce solutions. Work is performed under the direction of a higher level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of results obtained. Examples of Duties This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Monitors industry statistics and follows trends in employment and economic development related to respective targeted industries. Processes all requests from agencies seeking to become training vendors for Region 9 by managing the Eligible Training Provider list and application process, including compiling required documentation to bring before the committee/board for review and approval. Maintains the regional targeted occupational listing. Manages the entry of training providers into the State’s Management Information System (MIS). Oversees the contracting with all training vendors and ensures appropriate performance for continuation. Acts as the Staff Liaison to CSNCFL’s Education and Industry Council, providing meeting and agenda support, as well as communication and scheduling. Coordinates the writing of and maintains all contracts, indefinite quantity agreements, memorandum of understanding, and letters of agreements with community partners. Acts as the Region’s Apprenticeship Navigator who will lead or support local efforts to develop, expand, and support registered apprenticeship programs (RAPs) and registered pre-apprenticeship programs (pre-RAPs). Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with representative of partner organizations (Economic Development, Educational Institutions, State Agencies, Chamber, etc.). Coordinates with staff on communication between agencies and organizations. Attends the respective targeted industry committee meetings to stay abreast of industry trends and activities and understands the challenges and needs of the local employers. Updates employers on new programs and incentives. Consults with senior management and other team members regarding key group interests, trends, concerns, and provides advice on business decisions. Participates in strategic planning meetings with partner organizations by providing necessary data. Coordinates special projects as assigned that support the mission and goals of the regional workforce board, area employers, training providers and community partners. Attends training that pertains to programmatic initiatives. Responsible for understanding workforce programs and the One Stop System as a whole. Program topics might include Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), Temporary Assistant for Needy Families (TANF), Welfare Transition Program (WTP ), Wagner-Peyser, etc. Acts as a liaison between, One Stop employer services staff, training providers and community partners. Maintains compliance with all personnel policies and procedures. Works retail hours and/or hours as assigned. Drives a personal vehicle regularly to perform duties as required. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Considerable knowledge of laws, ordinances, regulations and statutes governing workforce, business and industrial development functions. Considerable knowledge of the purpose and scope of the program areas for workforce and economic development. Knowledge of local employer grants, state and federal grants. Knowledge of municipal and state business practices including marketing, etc. Excellent interpersonal communication skills both orally and in writing. Excellent presentation and negotiating skills. Strong computer application skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Ability to work independently. Ability to research, analyze, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelines. Ability to compile and analyze data using quantitative and statistical analysis techniques. Ability to operate a computer using word-processing, spreadsheet, database, and related software applications. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to interact with all levels of management and applicants. Ability to work effectively with economic development agencies, employers, employees, representatives of other agencies, other County employees, members of the area business community and the general public. Ability to exercise sound judgement in analyzing facts and trends. Ability to effectively supervise staff. Ability to work independently and to work effectively with others. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed mostly in office settings. Some outdoor work is required in the inspection of various land use developments and construction sites. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand or sit; walk; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in the office, and moderate in the field. Supplemental Information An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Full-time
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in business administration, human resources or related field and two (2) years professional experience in human resources, economic development, workforce development or related field; or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. Complete Tier One Training and pass the Tier One Certificate Exam within six (6) months of being hired. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is responsible professional business development work forming partnerships with the regions targeted industries, training providers and community resource partners and to provide support in reaching the established goals in the CareerSource North Central Florida (NCF) Office of the Alachua County Community and Administrative Services Department. An employee assigned to this classification will be a leader, convener, and problem solver to identify and meet targeted industry workforce development needs by combining the services of the One Stops, the region, and area educational partners; and will become familiar with all areas by attending industry meetings, visiting companies, visiting training providers, community partners, understanding industry, and individual employer needs and managing the effective delivery of workforce solutions. Work is performed under the direction of a higher level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of results obtained. Examples of Duties This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Monitors industry statistics and follows trends in employment and economic development related to respective targeted industries. Processes all requests from agencies seeking to become training vendors for Region 9 by managing the Eligible Training Provider list and application process, including compiling required documentation to bring before the committee/board for review and approval. Maintains the regional targeted occupational listing. Manages the entry of training providers into the State’s Management Information System (MIS). Oversees the contracting with all training vendors and ensures appropriate performance for continuation. Acts as the Staff Liaison to CSNCFL’s Education and Industry Council, providing meeting and agenda support, as well as communication and scheduling. Coordinates the writing of and maintains all contracts, indefinite quantity agreements, memorandum of understanding, and letters of agreements with community partners. Acts as the Region’s Apprenticeship Navigator who will lead or support local efforts to develop, expand, and support registered apprenticeship programs (RAPs) and registered pre-apprenticeship programs (pre-RAPs). Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with representative of partner organizations (Economic Development, Educational Institutions, State Agencies, Chamber, etc.). Coordinates with staff on communication between agencies and organizations. Attends the respective targeted industry committee meetings to stay abreast of industry trends and activities and understands the challenges and needs of the local employers. Updates employers on new programs and incentives. Consults with senior management and other team members regarding key group interests, trends, concerns, and provides advice on business decisions. Participates in strategic planning meetings with partner organizations by providing necessary data. Coordinates special projects as assigned that support the mission and goals of the regional workforce board, area employers, training providers and community partners. Attends training that pertains to programmatic initiatives. Responsible for understanding workforce programs and the One Stop System as a whole. Program topics might include Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), Temporary Assistant for Needy Families (TANF), Welfare Transition Program (WTP ), Wagner-Peyser, etc. Acts as a liaison between, One Stop employer services staff, training providers and community partners. Maintains compliance with all personnel policies and procedures. Works retail hours and/or hours as assigned. Drives a personal vehicle regularly to perform duties as required. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Considerable knowledge of laws, ordinances, regulations and statutes governing workforce, business and industrial development functions. Considerable knowledge of the purpose and scope of the program areas for workforce and economic development. Knowledge of local employer grants, state and federal grants. Knowledge of municipal and state business practices including marketing, etc. Excellent interpersonal communication skills both orally and in writing. Excellent presentation and negotiating skills. Strong computer application skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Ability to work independently. Ability to research, analyze, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelines. Ability to compile and analyze data using quantitative and statistical analysis techniques. Ability to operate a computer using word-processing, spreadsheet, database, and related software applications. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to interact with all levels of management and applicants. Ability to work effectively with economic development agencies, employers, employees, representatives of other agencies, other County employees, members of the area business community and the general public. Ability to exercise sound judgement in analyzing facts and trends. Ability to effectively supervise staff. Ability to work independently and to work effectively with others. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed mostly in office settings. Some outdoor work is required in the inspection of various land use developments and construction sites. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand or sit; walk; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in the office, and moderate in the field. Supplemental Information An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Alachua County Board of County Commissioners
Gainesville, FL
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in tourism, public relations, business administration, hotel/restaurant management, marketing, journalism, or a related program and one year of graphic design experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is highly responsible administrative work managing a program in tourist development to ensure that implementation and prescribed activities are carried out in accordance with departmental and County objectives. An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for project management and communication, including writing, editing, and graphic design to create content and collateral materials for marketing, advertising and public relations initiatives and other tourism related projects. Work is performed under the direction of a higher-level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of results obtained. Examples of Duties This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication.Responsible for social media planning and creating reels and posts that yield followers and engagement on the visitors bureau social media platforms. Utilizes advanced proficiency in writing and editing to create marketing, advertising, and public relations materials across diverse formats. Designs various marketing materials to promote tourism to Alachua County. Works with third party vendors for video and photographic services. Keeps abreast of the latest trends and best practices in communications and design, contributing innovative ideas to enhance the effectiveness of tourism marketing strategies. Reviews reports and records of activities to ensure progress is being accomplished toward specific tourist development program objectives. Creates reports that demonstrate campaign effectiveness and key performance metrics. Contributes and adheres to editorial and publishing calendar and assists in creating media pitches and editorial submissions that increases the exposure of Visit Gainesville . Maintains an organized video and photo assets library and obtains/maintains/organizes all image and content rights releases. Assists with the marketing plan for Alachua County Tourist Development. Maintains accurate calendar of conferences, conventions, meetings, major sporting events, university, city, and county events Develops and/or assists in development, implementation, and maintenance of tourist development program related computer programs. Drives a County and/or personal vehicle to perform required duties. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Expert knowledge of Adobe Suite and current design software and be skilled in every step of the design process, from concept to final deliverable. Knowledge of search engine optimization (SEO) and web analytics. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and content management systems. Thorough knowledge of current practices and principles of the tourist development program. Working knowledge of the county hotel and motel facilities, and public and private attractions and services. Thorough knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations related to the tourist development program. Strong attention to detail skills. Excellent time management and organizational skills. Ability to be creative and think outside of the box. Ability to develop and implement operating policies and procedures. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, contractors, local business owners, and elected officials. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and to prepare and organize written reports. Ability to generate necessary paperwork in accordance with local and state ordinances. Ability to adapt to changing priorities and meet tight deadlines. Ability to work independently with limited review. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach and to be mobile. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Full-time
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in tourism, public relations, business administration, hotel/restaurant management, marketing, journalism, or a related program and one year of graphic design experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is highly responsible administrative work managing a program in tourist development to ensure that implementation and prescribed activities are carried out in accordance with departmental and County objectives. An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for project management and communication, including writing, editing, and graphic design to create content and collateral materials for marketing, advertising and public relations initiatives and other tourism related projects. Work is performed under the direction of a higher-level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of results obtained. Examples of Duties This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication.Responsible for social media planning and creating reels and posts that yield followers and engagement on the visitors bureau social media platforms. Utilizes advanced proficiency in writing and editing to create marketing, advertising, and public relations materials across diverse formats. Designs various marketing materials to promote tourism to Alachua County. Works with third party vendors for video and photographic services. Keeps abreast of the latest trends and best practices in communications and design, contributing innovative ideas to enhance the effectiveness of tourism marketing strategies. Reviews reports and records of activities to ensure progress is being accomplished toward specific tourist development program objectives. Creates reports that demonstrate campaign effectiveness and key performance metrics. Contributes and adheres to editorial and publishing calendar and assists in creating media pitches and editorial submissions that increases the exposure of Visit Gainesville . Maintains an organized video and photo assets library and obtains/maintains/organizes all image and content rights releases. Assists with the marketing plan for Alachua County Tourist Development. Maintains accurate calendar of conferences, conventions, meetings, major sporting events, university, city, and county events Develops and/or assists in development, implementation, and maintenance of tourist development program related computer programs. Drives a County and/or personal vehicle to perform required duties. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Expert knowledge of Adobe Suite and current design software and be skilled in every step of the design process, from concept to final deliverable. Knowledge of search engine optimization (SEO) and web analytics. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and content management systems. Thorough knowledge of current practices and principles of the tourist development program. Working knowledge of the county hotel and motel facilities, and public and private attractions and services. Thorough knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations related to the tourist development program. Strong attention to detail skills. Excellent time management and organizational skills. Ability to be creative and think outside of the box. Ability to develop and implement operating policies and procedures. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, contractors, local business owners, and elected officials. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and to prepare and organize written reports. Ability to generate necessary paperwork in accordance with local and state ordinances. Ability to adapt to changing priorities and meet tight deadlines. Ability to work independently with limited review. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach and to be mobile. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
The John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts
Washington DC
About The Kennedy Center “I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit.” – President John F. Kennedy The Kennedy Center is the nation’s cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra. At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Mission Statement: As the nation's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across America and around the world, reaching and connecting with artists, inspiring and educating communities. We welcome all to create, experience, learn about, and engage with the arts. Why Join Us We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to all full-time employees including: Staff offers for discount tickets Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment) Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA) Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire 11 paid holidays per year Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA Flexible work arrangements We like to have fun! Check out the Kennedy Center National Dance Day 2023 staff video! Job Description The Kennedy Center Human Resources Department is seeking a motivated Recruiting Coordinator to join our team! In this role, you will recruit candidates for a wide variety of positions across the organization to include Development, Programming, Marketing, Finance, and more. The ideal candidate will have prior full-cycle recruiting and ATS experience. This position will be a great fit for someone who is looking to apply their recruitment experience to gain knowledge of the non-profit and/or performing arts field! Key Responsibilities Review incoming applications within the ATS (currently using Taleo), send qualified candidates to hiring managers, and update candidate statuses within the system appropriately to ensure accurate candidate tracking. As requested, schedule and conduct candidate pre-screen interviews via Microsoft Teams and/or phone calls to measure candidate qualifications in comparison to position requirements. Communicate with hiring managers for status updates on openings and make recommendations for candidate advancement based on pre-screen interviews. Utilize external recruitment resources such as Indeed Recruiter, LinkedIn Recruiter, etc. in order to initiate outreach to passive candidates and build the Kennedy Center’s candidate pipeline. Post jobs externally as requested by the Talent Acquisition Manager to industry-specific resources. Attend onsite and offsite recruitment events as requested as a representative of the Kennedy Center. Use of excel to track recruitment data and monitor trends on a daily basis. Conduct pre-recruitment check-in’s with Hiring Managers to understand the position needs and outline the recruitment process for each position. Administrative support with interview scheduling, employment offers, new hire orientation, job fair participation, and general administrative support to the Talent Acquisition Manager and HR team Other duties as assigned. Key Qualifications 2-4 years of recruitment experience to include high-volume candidate application screening and interviewing. Prior experience working within an Applicant Tracking System A high attention to detail is required as this role will be responsible for accurate tracking of candidates throughout the recruitment process. The ability to communicate professionally both internally and externally in writing, phone calls, video interviews, and in-person events. The ability to weigh candidate qualifications in relation to position requirements and make interview recommendations to hiring managers. A commitment to represent the Kennedy Center in a professional manner, externally and internally, with the ability to quickly adopt our Mission, Vision, and Values. A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and a strong support of diversity-focused hiring practices. Candidate must be local or willing to relocate to the DMV area. Additional Information Travel up to 20% may be required for offsite recruitment events. In the first 60-90 days, this position will be onsite Monday - Friday. This position will be eligible for flexible working arrangements, with 3-4 days onsite per week and 1-2 days remote per week as approved by the supervisor.
Full Time Regular
About The Kennedy Center “I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit.” – President John F. Kennedy The Kennedy Center is the nation’s cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra. At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Mission Statement: As the nation's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across America and around the world, reaching and connecting with artists, inspiring and educating communities. We welcome all to create, experience, learn about, and engage with the arts. Why Join Us We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to all full-time employees including: Staff offers for discount tickets Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment) Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA) Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire 11 paid holidays per year Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA Flexible work arrangements We like to have fun! Check out the Kennedy Center National Dance Day 2023 staff video! Job Description The Kennedy Center Human Resources Department is seeking a motivated Recruiting Coordinator to join our team! In this role, you will recruit candidates for a wide variety of positions across the organization to include Development, Programming, Marketing, Finance, and more. The ideal candidate will have prior full-cycle recruiting and ATS experience. This position will be a great fit for someone who is looking to apply their recruitment experience to gain knowledge of the non-profit and/or performing arts field! Key Responsibilities Review incoming applications within the ATS (currently using Taleo), send qualified candidates to hiring managers, and update candidate statuses within the system appropriately to ensure accurate candidate tracking. As requested, schedule and conduct candidate pre-screen interviews via Microsoft Teams and/or phone calls to measure candidate qualifications in comparison to position requirements. Communicate with hiring managers for status updates on openings and make recommendations for candidate advancement based on pre-screen interviews. Utilize external recruitment resources such as Indeed Recruiter, LinkedIn Recruiter, etc. in order to initiate outreach to passive candidates and build the Kennedy Center’s candidate pipeline. Post jobs externally as requested by the Talent Acquisition Manager to industry-specific resources. Attend onsite and offsite recruitment events as requested as a representative of the Kennedy Center. Use of excel to track recruitment data and monitor trends on a daily basis. Conduct pre-recruitment check-in’s with Hiring Managers to understand the position needs and outline the recruitment process for each position. Administrative support with interview scheduling, employment offers, new hire orientation, job fair participation, and general administrative support to the Talent Acquisition Manager and HR team Other duties as assigned. Key Qualifications 2-4 years of recruitment experience to include high-volume candidate application screening and interviewing. Prior experience working within an Applicant Tracking System A high attention to detail is required as this role will be responsible for accurate tracking of candidates throughout the recruitment process. The ability to communicate professionally both internally and externally in writing, phone calls, video interviews, and in-person events. The ability to weigh candidate qualifications in relation to position requirements and make interview recommendations to hiring managers. A commitment to represent the Kennedy Center in a professional manner, externally and internally, with the ability to quickly adopt our Mission, Vision, and Values. A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and a strong support of diversity-focused hiring practices. Candidate must be local or willing to relocate to the DMV area. Additional Information Travel up to 20% may be required for offsite recruitment events. In the first 60-90 days, this position will be onsite Monday - Friday. This position will be eligible for flexible working arrangements, with 3-4 days onsite per week and 1-2 days remote per week as approved by the supervisor.
The John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts
Washington DC
***Please submit a cover letter for consideration*** About The Kennedy Center “I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit.” – President John F. Kennedy The Kennedy Center is the nation’s cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra. At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Mission Statement: As the nation's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across America and around the world, reaching and connecting with artists, inspiring and educating communities. We welcome all to create, experience, learn about, and engage with the arts. Why Join Us We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to all full-time employees including: Staff offers for discount tickets Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment) Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA) Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire 11 paid holidays per year Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA Flexible work arrangements We like to have fun! Check out the Kennedy Center National Dance Day 2023 staff video! Job Description This position is responsible for supporting the Campus Rentals team, along with entry and maintenance duties within the CRM Software system Monday.com and ArtsVision, the scheduling software for all rental activity in all theatrical and non-theatrical venues both indoors and outdoors across the entire Kennedy Center campus. Serves as a supportive logistician and manager of select events within the REACH at the Kennedy Center. The Coordinator of Campus Rentals represents the Kennedy Center to all clients who want to use any venue for a contracted rental program; answering rental inquiries, creating license agreements, maintaining digital programs, and ensuring the client’s program occurs in an organized manner with a focus on customer service, according to Center policies. This position closely coordinates with the entire Campus Rentals, Production, and Facilities teams to ensure that all spaces are fully and capably utilized. The Coordinator will support the Director of Campus Planning and Rentals, with management and upkeep of all reports and systems entry. The Coordinator will be the primary point of contact for the Campus Rentals inquiry inbox monitoring all email inquiries to the assigned Campus Rentals employees, under the advisement of the Campus Rentals team. The Coordinator will input rental inquiry details into Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software and maintain entries throughout the entire rental process. The Coordinator will be supported with a rotating intern as the internship program allows. Key Responsibilities Oversee inquiry email inbox, assessing calendar availability to align with client space needs. Respond to contracted rental clients and tour prospective clients in the Manager’s absence. Be available for rentals as required. Ensure effective management of all details related to the rental. Coordinates licensing and production aspects for all rental events, provides cost estimates, creates license agreements, processes deposits, advances the program, and presents the settlement to the client, with high attention to customer service and client retention. Confirm all details pre-event and communicate with supporting departments requesting event support. Finalize the post-event billing and collection of outstanding balances as needed, and overall client relations. Administrative organization and maintenance of the CRM Software, in collaboration with the entire Campus Rentals team. Extracting reports and data driven management for leadership review. Maintains and coordinates all schedules through ArtsVision and serves as the master user for calendar coordination for all rental inquiries. Ensures that all data entered into ArtsVision is maintained in a consistent and organized manner. Assists with rental client site visits, and event advancement for events that are 100 people or less in the REACH venues. Seeks and coordinates additional opportunities for the use and rental of the Kennedy Center spaces. Responds to the needs and requests of Kennedy Center management and staff in a professional and expedient manner; Adheres to all employer policies and procedures. Other duties as assigned. Key Qualifications A Bachelor’s Degree and two to five years’ experience in theater, events, or production management required. Proficiency in the calendar software ArtsVision highly preferred, with demonstrated knowledge of venue management and related calendar software required. Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook Calendar Management. Knowledge of Monday.com. Knowledge of ArtsVision or other venue calendar software. Extraordinary organization and communication skills. Sound business judgment in matters of contractual obligations, event billing settlements, and front of house and back of house operations. The ability to work under deadlines and have the flexibility to multi-task a wide-range of projects. Excellent communication and intermediary skills are necessary to work effectively with a diverse group of constituencies. This includes effective problem solving and logistics driven decisions for the best outcome for the client. Additional Information This is a very busy, fast-paced environment which requires flexibility in adjusting to changing priorities and demands. Safety, guest service and teamwork are the primary values in this division. The noise level in the work environment is normal, with occasional loud noise when backstage in a theater or during social event programs. Some extended hours including nights and weekends. No travel is anticipated.
Full Time Regular
***Please submit a cover letter for consideration*** About The Kennedy Center “I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit.” – President John F. Kennedy The Kennedy Center is the nation’s cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra. At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Mission Statement: As the nation's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across America and around the world, reaching and connecting with artists, inspiring and educating communities. We welcome all to create, experience, learn about, and engage with the arts. Why Join Us We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to all full-time employees including: Staff offers for discount tickets Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment) Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA) Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire 11 paid holidays per year Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA Flexible work arrangements We like to have fun! Check out the Kennedy Center National Dance Day 2023 staff video! Job Description This position is responsible for supporting the Campus Rentals team, along with entry and maintenance duties within the CRM Software system Monday.com and ArtsVision, the scheduling software for all rental activity in all theatrical and non-theatrical venues both indoors and outdoors across the entire Kennedy Center campus. Serves as a supportive logistician and manager of select events within the REACH at the Kennedy Center. The Coordinator of Campus Rentals represents the Kennedy Center to all clients who want to use any venue for a contracted rental program; answering rental inquiries, creating license agreements, maintaining digital programs, and ensuring the client’s program occurs in an organized manner with a focus on customer service, according to Center policies. This position closely coordinates with the entire Campus Rentals, Production, and Facilities teams to ensure that all spaces are fully and capably utilized. The Coordinator will support the Director of Campus Planning and Rentals, with management and upkeep of all reports and systems entry. The Coordinator will be the primary point of contact for the Campus Rentals inquiry inbox monitoring all email inquiries to the assigned Campus Rentals employees, under the advisement of the Campus Rentals team. The Coordinator will input rental inquiry details into Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software and maintain entries throughout the entire rental process. The Coordinator will be supported with a rotating intern as the internship program allows. Key Responsibilities Oversee inquiry email inbox, assessing calendar availability to align with client space needs. Respond to contracted rental clients and tour prospective clients in the Manager’s absence. Be available for rentals as required. Ensure effective management of all details related to the rental. Coordinates licensing and production aspects for all rental events, provides cost estimates, creates license agreements, processes deposits, advances the program, and presents the settlement to the client, with high attention to customer service and client retention. Confirm all details pre-event and communicate with supporting departments requesting event support. Finalize the post-event billing and collection of outstanding balances as needed, and overall client relations. Administrative organization and maintenance of the CRM Software, in collaboration with the entire Campus Rentals team. Extracting reports and data driven management for leadership review. Maintains and coordinates all schedules through ArtsVision and serves as the master user for calendar coordination for all rental inquiries. Ensures that all data entered into ArtsVision is maintained in a consistent and organized manner. Assists with rental client site visits, and event advancement for events that are 100 people or less in the REACH venues. Seeks and coordinates additional opportunities for the use and rental of the Kennedy Center spaces. Responds to the needs and requests of Kennedy Center management and staff in a professional and expedient manner; Adheres to all employer policies and procedures. Other duties as assigned. Key Qualifications A Bachelor’s Degree and two to five years’ experience in theater, events, or production management required. Proficiency in the calendar software ArtsVision highly preferred, with demonstrated knowledge of venue management and related calendar software required. Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook Calendar Management. Knowledge of Monday.com. Knowledge of ArtsVision or other venue calendar software. Extraordinary organization and communication skills. Sound business judgment in matters of contractual obligations, event billing settlements, and front of house and back of house operations. The ability to work under deadlines and have the flexibility to multi-task a wide-range of projects. Excellent communication and intermediary skills are necessary to work effectively with a diverse group of constituencies. This includes effective problem solving and logistics driven decisions for the best outcome for the client. Additional Information This is a very busy, fast-paced environment which requires flexibility in adjusting to changing priorities and demands. Safety, guest service and teamwork are the primary values in this division. The noise level in the work environment is normal, with occasional loud noise when backstage in a theater or during social event programs. Some extended hours including nights and weekends. No travel is anticipated.
Mount Wachusett Community College
Gardner, MA, USA
Full Time Faculty Dental Hygiene (DHY)
Mount Wachusett Community College
About Mount Wachusett Community College:
Mount Wachusett Community College (MWCC) is a highly regarded educational institution located in Gardner, Massachusetts and accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). Established in 1963, MWCC serves the educational needs of the communities of North Central Massachusetts with innovative undergraduate education, early college programs, workforce development, personal enrichment, and community service. With a strong emphasis on academic excellence, MWCC provides a supportive environment for individuals to pursue their educational goals, enhance professional skills, and seek personal growth. As a beacon of opportunity, Mount Wachusett Community College empowers individuals from all walks of life, fostering their development and transformation.
We hope you will consider applying for one of our open positions, and discover all that Mount Wachusett Community College and the North Central Massachusetts region have to offer.
http://mwcc.edu/about-mwcc/
Mount Wachusett Community College embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion as core values and makes it our mission to proactively focus on improving racial equity in our college community. We value equity-minded individuals with commitment to serve student learners from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. Therefore, we strongly encourage applicants who share our commitment and who understand the benefits of culturally relevant practices needed in an educational environment.
Job Description:
General Statement of Duties:
Mount Wachusett Community College seeks an educator who believes that engaging and authentic teaching matters more than anything else in the pursuit of student success. This educator designs an innovative classroom culture that embraces diversity and fosters student empowerment. Building positive connections, the successful faculty member will create a sense of belonging that motivates students and strengthens their desire to learn.
This Dental Hygiene faculty member will teach assigned courses in the department and/or other dental courses based on faculty expertise and departmental needs. The faculty should be committed to using active learning strategies and student engagement. The faculty member will possess excellent writing and communication skills, academic credentials, technological proficiency, and the expertise to provide students in the program with the dental hygiene skills needed for future academic and career opportunities. The faculty member may teach at the Burbank and Gardner campuses as well as online.
Responsibilities:
• Teaches courses as assigned by the Director of Dental Education Programs; • Participates in professional development activities and remains current in one's area of expertise. • Utilizes a wide variety of teaching methodologies including informational technologies (Blackboard, Dentrix) and active learning strategies for the integrated classroom for the dental assisting students; • Promote high standards of professional dental hygiene practice • Provides guidance in the selection and ordering of textbooks for program courses. • Collaborates with student support areas, (e.g. Tutoring, Enrollment, Testing, Advising), and other departments as needed. • Engages in the delivery of patient simulation experiences as a learning methodology where appropriate in the dental hygiene curriculum. • Completes course attendance and final grade submissions in a timely fashion. • Assists in data collection and analysis and evaluation of program and course student learning outcomes to guide ongoing curriculum development. This includes identifying program outcomes, developing competency statements, writing learning objectives, and selecting appropriate learning activities and evaluation strategies; • Works effectively as part of the overall department demonstrating positive interpersonal relationships, communication skills, and collaboration with other faculty members and clinical site staff to meet departmental and student needs; • Contributes to the development of student recruitment and admissions, and evaluates student program progression, retention, and graduation completion rates; • Creates clinical learning activities and supervises and evaluates students in practice learning environments based on program and course student learning outcomes; • Assures safe patient care is provided for individuals or groups of individuals in clinical, laboratory or community settings; • Actively participates in college governance and committees per MCCC contract; • Maintains office hours per MCCC contract; • Maintains expertise in area of clinical specialization with ongoing professional development and/or fieldwork; • Maintains faculty requirements at all times and provides faculty file updates to Dental Department and Human Resource Department annually. (CORI/SORI, drug screening, fingerprinting, MA RDH license verification, liability and health insurance, MA DPH Health requirements, physical exam, evidence of scholarship, and American Heart Association Basic Life Support -BLS CPR certification); and • Additional duties as required by the college.
Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
• Master's degree in dental hygiene or related area. • Experience teaching clinical dental hygiene in a CODA accredited program. • Experience teaching didactic and/or laboratory courses in a CODA accredited dental hygiene program. • Willingness to complete educational methodology courses that meet the ADA CODA requirements for teaching in an accredited dental hygiene program. • Knowledge of dental hygiene education program accreditation • Sound knowledge of federal and state regulation policies and guidelines (CDC, OSHA, DPH) • Sound knowledge of the current periodontal assessment guidelines (AAP). • Minimum of three years of dental hygiene clinical practice with periodontally involved patients. • Active member of the American Dental Hygienists' Association. • Massachusetts's Permit-L, local anesthesia license or ability to obtain. • Registered Dental Hygienist in good standing licensed in the state of Massachusetts or ability to obtain a license in the state of Massachusetts. • CPR certified at Health Care Provider level.
Desired Qualifications:
• Minimum of three years' experience teaching didactic, laboratory and clinical dental hygiene and/or dental assisting courses in a CODA accredited program. • Demonstrated experience developing curriculum and learning assessment tools • Experience working with Blackboard or other online learning management systems. • Well-articulated understanding of the role of community colleges, their students and philosophy. • Evidence of understanding and appreciation for diversity and multiculturalism. • Integration of computer technology into instruction. • Ability to work effectively with populations representing diverse ages, backgrounds, life experiences, and abilities, including adult learners.
Equivalency Statement
Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.
Additional Information:
Salary: $47,931.00-$81,488.00
**Actual Salary will be determined in accordance with the classification system of MCCC/MTA commensurate with Education & Experience.
Employee Status: Full Time Faculty Benefits: Yes
Mount Wachusett Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action and/or Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.
Application Instructions:
Candidates for employment should be aware that although the COVID 19 Vaccination Requirement Policy is no longer in effect, all Community College students, faculty and staff are strongly encouraged to be up to date with vaccination against COVID-19. For additional information related to the status of the COVID19 Vaccination Requirement Policy, please visit: https://mwcc.edu/covid/
The following documents are required: 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter
Anticipated Effective Date: September 1, 2024
Priority will be given to applications received prior to April 18, 2024
Candidates may be subject to employment screening to include both a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) request and a Sexual Offender Registry Information (SORI).
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5145894
Full Time
Full Time Faculty Dental Hygiene (DHY)
Mount Wachusett Community College
About Mount Wachusett Community College:
Mount Wachusett Community College (MWCC) is a highly regarded educational institution located in Gardner, Massachusetts and accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). Established in 1963, MWCC serves the educational needs of the communities of North Central Massachusetts with innovative undergraduate education, early college programs, workforce development, personal enrichment, and community service. With a strong emphasis on academic excellence, MWCC provides a supportive environment for individuals to pursue their educational goals, enhance professional skills, and seek personal growth. As a beacon of opportunity, Mount Wachusett Community College empowers individuals from all walks of life, fostering their development and transformation.
We hope you will consider applying for one of our open positions, and discover all that Mount Wachusett Community College and the North Central Massachusetts region have to offer.
http://mwcc.edu/about-mwcc/
Mount Wachusett Community College embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion as core values and makes it our mission to proactively focus on improving racial equity in our college community. We value equity-minded individuals with commitment to serve student learners from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. Therefore, we strongly encourage applicants who share our commitment and who understand the benefits of culturally relevant practices needed in an educational environment.
Job Description:
General Statement of Duties:
Mount Wachusett Community College seeks an educator who believes that engaging and authentic teaching matters more than anything else in the pursuit of student success. This educator designs an innovative classroom culture that embraces diversity and fosters student empowerment. Building positive connections, the successful faculty member will create a sense of belonging that motivates students and strengthens their desire to learn.
This Dental Hygiene faculty member will teach assigned courses in the department and/or other dental courses based on faculty expertise and departmental needs. The faculty should be committed to using active learning strategies and student engagement. The faculty member will possess excellent writing and communication skills, academic credentials, technological proficiency, and the expertise to provide students in the program with the dental hygiene skills needed for future academic and career opportunities. The faculty member may teach at the Burbank and Gardner campuses as well as online.
Responsibilities:
• Teaches courses as assigned by the Director of Dental Education Programs; • Participates in professional development activities and remains current in one's area of expertise. • Utilizes a wide variety of teaching methodologies including informational technologies (Blackboard, Dentrix) and active learning strategies for the integrated classroom for the dental assisting students; • Promote high standards of professional dental hygiene practice • Provides guidance in the selection and ordering of textbooks for program courses. • Collaborates with student support areas, (e.g. Tutoring, Enrollment, Testing, Advising), and other departments as needed. • Engages in the delivery of patient simulation experiences as a learning methodology where appropriate in the dental hygiene curriculum. • Completes course attendance and final grade submissions in a timely fashion. • Assists in data collection and analysis and evaluation of program and course student learning outcomes to guide ongoing curriculum development. This includes identifying program outcomes, developing competency statements, writing learning objectives, and selecting appropriate learning activities and evaluation strategies; • Works effectively as part of the overall department demonstrating positive interpersonal relationships, communication skills, and collaboration with other faculty members and clinical site staff to meet departmental and student needs; • Contributes to the development of student recruitment and admissions, and evaluates student program progression, retention, and graduation completion rates; • Creates clinical learning activities and supervises and evaluates students in practice learning environments based on program and course student learning outcomes; • Assures safe patient care is provided for individuals or groups of individuals in clinical, laboratory or community settings; • Actively participates in college governance and committees per MCCC contract; • Maintains office hours per MCCC contract; • Maintains expertise in area of clinical specialization with ongoing professional development and/or fieldwork; • Maintains faculty requirements at all times and provides faculty file updates to Dental Department and Human Resource Department annually. (CORI/SORI, drug screening, fingerprinting, MA RDH license verification, liability and health insurance, MA DPH Health requirements, physical exam, evidence of scholarship, and American Heart Association Basic Life Support -BLS CPR certification); and • Additional duties as required by the college.
Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
• Master's degree in dental hygiene or related area. • Experience teaching clinical dental hygiene in a CODA accredited program. • Experience teaching didactic and/or laboratory courses in a CODA accredited dental hygiene program. • Willingness to complete educational methodology courses that meet the ADA CODA requirements for teaching in an accredited dental hygiene program. • Knowledge of dental hygiene education program accreditation • Sound knowledge of federal and state regulation policies and guidelines (CDC, OSHA, DPH) • Sound knowledge of the current periodontal assessment guidelines (AAP). • Minimum of three years of dental hygiene clinical practice with periodontally involved patients. • Active member of the American Dental Hygienists' Association. • Massachusetts's Permit-L, local anesthesia license or ability to obtain. • Registered Dental Hygienist in good standing licensed in the state of Massachusetts or ability to obtain a license in the state of Massachusetts. • CPR certified at Health Care Provider level.
Desired Qualifications:
• Minimum of three years' experience teaching didactic, laboratory and clinical dental hygiene and/or dental assisting courses in a CODA accredited program. • Demonstrated experience developing curriculum and learning assessment tools • Experience working with Blackboard or other online learning management systems. • Well-articulated understanding of the role of community colleges, their students and philosophy. • Evidence of understanding and appreciation for diversity and multiculturalism. • Integration of computer technology into instruction. • Ability to work effectively with populations representing diverse ages, backgrounds, life experiences, and abilities, including adult learners.
Equivalency Statement
Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.
Additional Information:
Salary: $47,931.00-$81,488.00
**Actual Salary will be determined in accordance with the classification system of MCCC/MTA commensurate with Education & Experience.
Employee Status: Full Time Faculty Benefits: Yes
Mount Wachusett Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action and/or Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.
Application Instructions:
Candidates for employment should be aware that although the COVID 19 Vaccination Requirement Policy is no longer in effect, all Community College students, faculty and staff are strongly encouraged to be up to date with vaccination against COVID-19. For additional information related to the status of the COVID19 Vaccination Requirement Policy, please visit: https://mwcc.edu/covid/
The following documents are required: 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter
Anticipated Effective Date: September 1, 2024
Priority will be given to applications received prior to April 18, 2024
Candidates may be subject to employment screening to include both a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) request and a Sexual Offender Registry Information (SORI).
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5145894
Are you passionate about educating others on environmental issues, such as the protection of our region’s lakes? NEIWPCC is seeking a creative and enthusiastic information officer to be responsible for the daily operations of the Lake Champlain Basin Program (LCBP) Resource Room located in the ECHO, Leahy Center in Burlington, VT.
You will:
Manage the day-to-day operations of the LCBP Resource Room including supervising and scheduling staff and volunteers to cover all shifts.
Coordinate, evaluate, and oversee Resource Room program activities as well as develop and implement new education and outreach programs.
Present and discuss a variety of watershed concerns with the public and provide resources for getting involved or changing behavior to benefit the watershed.
Prepare and update exhibits and develop outreach materials.
What We Are Looking For The successful candidate will be reliable, punctual, and have solid attention to detail. We are seeking candidates with:
A bachelor’s degree in environmental education or interpretation, environmental science, natural resources, natural resource policy or a related field.
At least three years of technical and professional experience with effective leadership and management skills.
Experience educating and presenting information to the public, with excellent communication skills and the ability to actively listen and respond respectfully to different perspectives.
Knowledge of or experience with Lake Champlain watershed resource issues.
Candidates with alternative qualifications or who have taken a less traditional career path may be considered if an aptitude for success and a strong willingness to learn is clearly apparent.
What We Offer The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $55,000 to $70,000. NEIWPCC offers an outstanding comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees:
Pays 75% of premiums for health, dental and vision coverage.
Contributes 10% of annual base salary to employee retirement plans.
Provides 15 paid vacation days, 15 paid sick days, paid holidays and volunteer leave per year.
Offers tuition reimbursement and professional development support.
Qualified employer for the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness program.
Position Logistics This full-time NEIWPCC position will work 8 hours per day and is based out of the Resource Room at the ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain in Burlington, VT as well as out of the LCBP’s office in Grand Isle, VT. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with access to own transportation. Travel to Quebec may be requested, for which a private means of transportation and a valid passport or enhanced license will be required. This position requires the incumbent to be in the office or at the assigned work location for all assigned work hours and is not eligible for telework. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required.
To Apply Submit your cover letter and resume by email to jobs@neiwpcc.org by April 21, 2024. Please reference #24-LCBP-005 in the email subject line. Accepting applications until the position is filled. A full position description and benefits listing may be viewed at: https://neiwpcc.org/about-us/careers .
About NEIWPCC NEIWPCC is a regional commission that helps the states of the Northeast preserve and advance water quality. We engage and convene water quality professionals and other interested parties from New England and New York to collaborate on water, wastewater, and environmental science challenges across shared regions, ecosystems, and areas of expertise. Our mission is to advance clean water in the Northeast through collaboration with, and service to, our member states. NEIWPCC serves as the primary program administrator of the LCBP, and administers the Program’s personnel, finances, and contracts. The LCBP coordinates and funds efforts that benefit the Lake Champlain Basin’s water quality, fisheries, wetlands, wildlife, recreation, and cultural resources.
NEIWPCC’s Diversity Commitment NEIWPCC is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. NEIWPCC is an equal opportunity employer, and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification, marital status, physical and mental disability, ancestry, genetic information, age, political or union affiliation, pregnancy or related medical conditions, military service or application for military service, veteran status, or any other status or classification protected by applicable law. Physical or mental disabilities will be considered only as they may relate to the candidate’s ability to fulfill bona fide job requirements. This policy refers to all personnel practices including employee recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, training, disciplining, terminating and all other conditions. Read more about NEIWPCC’s commitment to diversity here: https://neiwpcc.org/about-us/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/ .
Full Time
Are you passionate about educating others on environmental issues, such as the protection of our region’s lakes? NEIWPCC is seeking a creative and enthusiastic information officer to be responsible for the daily operations of the Lake Champlain Basin Program (LCBP) Resource Room located in the ECHO, Leahy Center in Burlington, VT.
You will:
Manage the day-to-day operations of the LCBP Resource Room including supervising and scheduling staff and volunteers to cover all shifts.
Coordinate, evaluate, and oversee Resource Room program activities as well as develop and implement new education and outreach programs.
Present and discuss a variety of watershed concerns with the public and provide resources for getting involved or changing behavior to benefit the watershed.
Prepare and update exhibits and develop outreach materials.
What We Are Looking For The successful candidate will be reliable, punctual, and have solid attention to detail. We are seeking candidates with:
A bachelor’s degree in environmental education or interpretation, environmental science, natural resources, natural resource policy or a related field.
At least three years of technical and professional experience with effective leadership and management skills.
Experience educating and presenting information to the public, with excellent communication skills and the ability to actively listen and respond respectfully to different perspectives.
Knowledge of or experience with Lake Champlain watershed resource issues.
Candidates with alternative qualifications or who have taken a less traditional career path may be considered if an aptitude for success and a strong willingness to learn is clearly apparent.
What We Offer The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $55,000 to $70,000. NEIWPCC offers an outstanding comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees:
Pays 75% of premiums for health, dental and vision coverage.
Contributes 10% of annual base salary to employee retirement plans.
Provides 15 paid vacation days, 15 paid sick days, paid holidays and volunteer leave per year.
Offers tuition reimbursement and professional development support.
Qualified employer for the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness program.
Position Logistics This full-time NEIWPCC position will work 8 hours per day and is based out of the Resource Room at the ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain in Burlington, VT as well as out of the LCBP’s office in Grand Isle, VT. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with access to own transportation. Travel to Quebec may be requested, for which a private means of transportation and a valid passport or enhanced license will be required. This position requires the incumbent to be in the office or at the assigned work location for all assigned work hours and is not eligible for telework. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required.
To Apply Submit your cover letter and resume by email to jobs@neiwpcc.org by April 21, 2024. Please reference #24-LCBP-005 in the email subject line. Accepting applications until the position is filled. A full position description and benefits listing may be viewed at: https://neiwpcc.org/about-us/careers .
About NEIWPCC NEIWPCC is a regional commission that helps the states of the Northeast preserve and advance water quality. We engage and convene water quality professionals and other interested parties from New England and New York to collaborate on water, wastewater, and environmental science challenges across shared regions, ecosystems, and areas of expertise. Our mission is to advance clean water in the Northeast through collaboration with, and service to, our member states. NEIWPCC serves as the primary program administrator of the LCBP, and administers the Program’s personnel, finances, and contracts. The LCBP coordinates and funds efforts that benefit the Lake Champlain Basin’s water quality, fisheries, wetlands, wildlife, recreation, and cultural resources.
NEIWPCC’s Diversity Commitment NEIWPCC is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. NEIWPCC is an equal opportunity employer, and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification, marital status, physical and mental disability, ancestry, genetic information, age, political or union affiliation, pregnancy or related medical conditions, military service or application for military service, veteran status, or any other status or classification protected by applicable law. Physical or mental disabilities will be considered only as they may relate to the candidate’s ability to fulfill bona fide job requirements. This policy refers to all personnel practices including employee recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, training, disciplining, terminating and all other conditions. Read more about NEIWPCC’s commitment to diversity here: https://neiwpcc.org/about-us/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/ .