League of Conservation Voters
740 15th St NW STE 700, Washington, DC 20005
Title : Finance Operations Coordinator
Department : Finance
Status : Non-Exempt
Reports To : Senior Director of Accounting ( Vice President, Accounting interim )
Positions Reporting to This Position : None
Location : Washington, DC Metropolitan Area; this is a hybrid position.
Travel Requirements : Up to 40%
Union Position : Yes
Job Classification Level : B
Salary Range (depending on experience) : $55,784-$65,439
General Description:
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
LCV is hiring a Finance Operations Coordinator who will support the financial operations of the League of Conservation Voters and League of Conservation Voters Education Fund. Responsibilities include coordinating and managing all financial operations and administrative tasks, including, but not limited to, department scheduling, department budget management back up support, financial system administration, supporting all financial managers (SVP of Finance, VP of Finance, VP of Accounting and Sr. Director of Accounting) in their administrative needs, processing department credit cards and department-wide administrative tasks, invoicing, financial reporting, and reconciliation, and providing process documentation and development of financial department resources including toolkits, narratives, manuals, training presentations, flow charts, mapping documents and process points. The Finance Operations Coordinator will act as the finance point of contact for internal facing financial inquiries.
Responsibilities:
Finance Department General Administrative Support
Process department head credit cards and spending tracking, as needed.
Manage department scheduling and calendar set up.
Manage administrative requests for the department as including finance department travel set up for members of the Finance Department, vendor coordination, retreat logistics, or other department needs.
Set up tracking systems for all department activity and major projects including project management in Wrike, Excel tracking and project management tracking tools.
Track activity related to department work plans, strategic plan implementation tracking, Racial Justice and Equity work plan tracking, CBA finance related tracking and department calendars.
Assist with the major department reporting and writing projects including Board Books, Racial Justice & Equity quarter reports financial reporting, budget narratives, and presentations, finance/audit committee documents and reports and other reports as needed.
Assist in monthly cross-departmental Operations Team meetings and other Financial Team meeting support.
Sort and scan department mail as needed and manage department mailings as requested.
Finance Operations Support
Lead the documentation of financial processes including archiving files, moving files to digital workspace, documenting and logging process and videos and creating a wide range of resources for finance i.e manuals, toolkits, handbooks, user guides. Develop and log training materials, demos, procedures, and other important information for documentation to create a comprehensive Finance Resource Library.
Provide training and review of documents as needed.
Assist with annual audit preparation, including document retrieval and audit requests.
Assist the Senior Director of Accounting with the onboarding process for new department staff and new program staff. Support the development of the finance new staff onboarding process for both finance and non-finance staff to learn financial matters.
Finance Internal Partner Support
Act as a liaison for the Finance department and point of contact for internal facing financial inquiries. Track department’s point of contacts for budgets, check requests, wires and other administrative financial matters.
Support the set up and management of a single point of contact process for finance. Act as a switchboard to manage financial requests, needs and inquiries sent to Finance and create systems that track finance efficiency, response time and type of requests we manage. Follow requests from inception to closure and completion. Advise on system improvements over time and produce annual reporting on the timing, effectiveness and categories of requests coming into finance.
General Finance Duties
Support financial database administration functions and liaison work with database users and companies.
Provide backup support to all wire packets. Monitor wire tracking and analysis as needed. Monitor wires inbox and send out wires/internal transfers for processing.
Reconcile small expense/revenue accounts as needed.
Compile Stripe revenue reports as back up or as needed.
Help contribute to and track the department’s racial justice and equity work and help ensure an inclusive organizational culture.
Process weekly check requests for the Finance department.
Daily VF and AF Stripe Reports.
Perform Other financial duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Work Experience : Required - 2 years of administration and database experience. Experience with scheduling and project management. Experience writing/creating documents. Experience working with wire transfers. Preferred - Experience working with non-profit organizations in a finance department. Experience with the financial audit process and/or IRS 1099-MISC preparation. Experience working with external vendors. Experience with training others.
Skills : Able to effectively manage time to meet multiple competing deadlines often under pressure. Understanding of finance functions, including basic accounts payable, banking and deposits. Ability to research with multiple stakeholders. Must possess excellent written and oral communications skills, strong word processing and spreadsheet skills (Windows, Microsoft Word, and Excel required, PowerPoint preferred), attentive to details, and adept at developing and maintaining systems and processes. Comfortable working in a fast-paced dynamic environment; Ability to adapt well to new technologies and effective time management skills. Must demonstrate initiative in problem-solving; critical thinking skills; must be able to communicate effectively with members of the Finance Team as well as staff members of other departments and vendors; self-starter, ability to juggle multiple tasks.
Cultural Competence : Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and lead on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to anti-racism, equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.
Working Conditions : This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. The position will occasionally require the employee to work from the LCV office up to 3 days a week. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Finance Operations Coordinator” in the subject line by October 23, 2022 . No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org.
Oct 05, 2022
Full time
Title : Finance Operations Coordinator
Department : Finance
Status : Non-Exempt
Reports To : Senior Director of Accounting ( Vice President, Accounting interim )
Positions Reporting to This Position : None
Location : Washington, DC Metropolitan Area; this is a hybrid position.
Travel Requirements : Up to 40%
Union Position : Yes
Job Classification Level : B
Salary Range (depending on experience) : $55,784-$65,439
General Description:
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
LCV is hiring a Finance Operations Coordinator who will support the financial operations of the League of Conservation Voters and League of Conservation Voters Education Fund. Responsibilities include coordinating and managing all financial operations and administrative tasks, including, but not limited to, department scheduling, department budget management back up support, financial system administration, supporting all financial managers (SVP of Finance, VP of Finance, VP of Accounting and Sr. Director of Accounting) in their administrative needs, processing department credit cards and department-wide administrative tasks, invoicing, financial reporting, and reconciliation, and providing process documentation and development of financial department resources including toolkits, narratives, manuals, training presentations, flow charts, mapping documents and process points. The Finance Operations Coordinator will act as the finance point of contact for internal facing financial inquiries.
Responsibilities:
Finance Department General Administrative Support
Process department head credit cards and spending tracking, as needed.
Manage department scheduling and calendar set up.
Manage administrative requests for the department as including finance department travel set up for members of the Finance Department, vendor coordination, retreat logistics, or other department needs.
Set up tracking systems for all department activity and major projects including project management in Wrike, Excel tracking and project management tracking tools.
Track activity related to department work plans, strategic plan implementation tracking, Racial Justice and Equity work plan tracking, CBA finance related tracking and department calendars.
Assist with the major department reporting and writing projects including Board Books, Racial Justice & Equity quarter reports financial reporting, budget narratives, and presentations, finance/audit committee documents and reports and other reports as needed.
Assist in monthly cross-departmental Operations Team meetings and other Financial Team meeting support.
Sort and scan department mail as needed and manage department mailings as requested.
Finance Operations Support
Lead the documentation of financial processes including archiving files, moving files to digital workspace, documenting and logging process and videos and creating a wide range of resources for finance i.e manuals, toolkits, handbooks, user guides. Develop and log training materials, demos, procedures, and other important information for documentation to create a comprehensive Finance Resource Library.
Provide training and review of documents as needed.
Assist with annual audit preparation, including document retrieval and audit requests.
Assist the Senior Director of Accounting with the onboarding process for new department staff and new program staff. Support the development of the finance new staff onboarding process for both finance and non-finance staff to learn financial matters.
Finance Internal Partner Support
Act as a liaison for the Finance department and point of contact for internal facing financial inquiries. Track department’s point of contacts for budgets, check requests, wires and other administrative financial matters.
Support the set up and management of a single point of contact process for finance. Act as a switchboard to manage financial requests, needs and inquiries sent to Finance and create systems that track finance efficiency, response time and type of requests we manage. Follow requests from inception to closure and completion. Advise on system improvements over time and produce annual reporting on the timing, effectiveness and categories of requests coming into finance.
General Finance Duties
Support financial database administration functions and liaison work with database users and companies.
Provide backup support to all wire packets. Monitor wire tracking and analysis as needed. Monitor wires inbox and send out wires/internal transfers for processing.
Reconcile small expense/revenue accounts as needed.
Compile Stripe revenue reports as back up or as needed.
Help contribute to and track the department’s racial justice and equity work and help ensure an inclusive organizational culture.
Process weekly check requests for the Finance department.
Daily VF and AF Stripe Reports.
Perform Other financial duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Work Experience : Required - 2 years of administration and database experience. Experience with scheduling and project management. Experience writing/creating documents. Experience working with wire transfers. Preferred - Experience working with non-profit organizations in a finance department. Experience with the financial audit process and/or IRS 1099-MISC preparation. Experience working with external vendors. Experience with training others.
Skills : Able to effectively manage time to meet multiple competing deadlines often under pressure. Understanding of finance functions, including basic accounts payable, banking and deposits. Ability to research with multiple stakeholders. Must possess excellent written and oral communications skills, strong word processing and spreadsheet skills (Windows, Microsoft Word, and Excel required, PowerPoint preferred), attentive to details, and adept at developing and maintaining systems and processes. Comfortable working in a fast-paced dynamic environment; Ability to adapt well to new technologies and effective time management skills. Must demonstrate initiative in problem-solving; critical thinking skills; must be able to communicate effectively with members of the Finance Team as well as staff members of other departments and vendors; self-starter, ability to juggle multiple tasks.
Cultural Competence : Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and lead on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to anti-racism, equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.
Working Conditions : This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. The position will occasionally require the employee to work from the LCV office up to 3 days a week. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Finance Operations Coordinator” in the subject line by October 23, 2022 . No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org.
Title: Senior Vice President of Finance
Department: Finance
Status: Exempt
Reports to: Chief Operating Officer
Positions Reporting to this Position: Vice President of Finance (Financial Planning & Analysis), Vice President of Accounting
Location: Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely or from an LCV office)
Travel Requirements: Up to 20%
Union Position: No
Job Classification Level: M-V
Salary Range (depending on experience) : $140,000 - 250,000
General Description :
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
LCV is in search of a Senior Vice President of Finance that will embody our organizational values of accountability, anti-racism, community, innovation, learning, and sustainability. We are seeking a leader who will help us lead with a deep commitment to these values. The SVP, Finance will be focused on the executive leadership of the finance department and is responsible for overseeing the accounting and financial planning and analysis divisions of the department. The SVP, Finance will ensure all accounting operations are in compliance with GAAP, and internal accounting controls are maintained for data integrity, compliance, risk and provide quality analyses for organizational decisions. As a member of the Executive Team, the SVP, Finance participates in the development of organizational plans for LCV and our family of organizations including the League of Conservation Voters Education Fund, LCV Action Fund, LCV Victory Fund, GiveGreen United Action Fund, and Chispa AZ PAC. The SVP, Finance’s priorities are to manage financial strategy, develop and implement best practices, and lead the entire financial administration of our $150M organization.
The SVP, Finance will directly manage the Vice President of Finance (Financial Planning & Analysis) and the Vice President of Accounting, and indirectly support a team of 11 including a Financial and Budget Analyst, Director of Grants Management, Senior Revenue Accountant, Revenue Accountant, Finance Coordinator, Staff Accountants, Senior Director of Accounting and an interim contracted Accounts Payable Specialist. The SVP, Finance will work to enhance efficient financial operations and assist in the organizations’ compliance with relevant tax and campaign finance laws, regulations and filings. The Senior Vice President of Finance will thrive in our complex environment. This position will report directly to the Chief Operating Officer and will work closely with LCV’s President.
Responsibilities :
Financial Administration 30%
Oversee the preparation of financial statements, financial filings and 990 reporting for all applicable LCV entities.
Collaborate and provide direct leadership across organizations to support knowledge base around financial processes, budgeting and the monthly review process.
Partner with external consultants, vendors and stakeholders to achieve results for the organization, including financial consultants, financial system vendors, consulting investment accountant, tax accountant, legal counsel, and Board members.
Collaborate with COO and President on critical financial decisions, considerations and work closely with Legal on finance compliance processes to maintain accuracy and completeness of revenue and disbursements reported.
Maintain an adequate system of internal accounting controls throughout the company and between all entities.
Oversee major financial processes in conjunction with Vice Presidents of Accounting & Finance, i.e., Budgeting & Audit/990 process.
Support the VP of Accounting to monitor appropriate use of account numbers toward proper classification and recordkeeping of financial transactions; implement changes when appropriate.
Support the VP of Finance to monitor the set up and execution of our grants management processes & systems, financial analysis and reporting, variance analysis, net asset schedules, investment strategy and fiscal and grant budgeting process.
Oversee the provision of ongoing Cash Management, Cash Flow & Variance Analysis to senior management.
Assist the Legal/Compliance teams as needed with federal & state filings including FEC, state election agencies, LDA and charitable solicitation filings.
Strategic Finance 30%
Provide ongoing strategic financial direction and develop policies and procedures, manuals, training, and toolkits.
Monitor and advise on the financial health of the organization, assets, holdings, investments and reserves of $6M.
Ensure the organization remains in excellent financial standing, and monitor changes that may impact financial reporting.
Partner with the VP of Finance to oversee the organizational budget and conduct high level analysis for a wide range of needs including our CBA union process and negotiations that require financial analysis.
Support the development of business continuity and contingency plans to strengthen financial modeling and scenario planning.
Develop financial materials, training, narratives, presentations and visuals to support financial resource development and resource/tool building.
Lead the migration, integration and upgrades for all financial technology; manage the flow, use and utilization of cloud-based technology for the organization; explore new technology and dashboarding options as necessary.
Serve as a consultant/advisor to LCV's President, its 13 members of the executive team, and 40+ Board Members, on all financial matters regarding the company and its entities.
Participate in strategic planning & priorities, including the development of financial KPIs.
Evaluate & advise on impact of financial initiatives, including, short, mid and long term strategies for LCV.
Leadership 40%
Direct and manage the organization’s financial planning & analysis division with a critical eye on cyclical financial processes, annual filings, compliance and reporting for all LCV entities.
Provide coaching, mentoring, and values-based management to the accounting/finance team with an equitable and inclusive lens.
Lead efforts to create a departmental culture that is inclusive, respectful, racial justice aligned and equitable. Manage the department’s racial justice and equity goals.
Execute the financial strategy of the organization to meet financial goals.
Oversee the financial operations, ensuring a best-in-class office and high performing team.
Hire and coach financial team members to ensure timely, proficient and accurate results, while driving continuous improvement processes.
Travel up to 20% for staff retreats, trainings, conferences and Board meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
Work Experience:
Required - 15+ years of accelerated financial leadership; ideally as a Chief Financial Officer (CFO), in Financial Planning & Analysis and Accounting or other Senior Executive Leadership role in finance for a midsize to large, complex multi-entity set of organization, ideally in a progressive non profit or nonprofit advocacy sector (c3/c4/PAC). Experience managing intercompany transactions and consolidated financial statements.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience with GAAP, IRS codes, Internal Controls, and financial reporting and analysis.
Advanced technical experience: entire Microsoft Suite of products, ASC 606 revenue recognition standards, grants/contract management, nonprofit accounting, modern financial reporting and frameworks.
Preferred - Prior experience in a racial justice and/or environmental organization.
Skills:
Strategic, innovative leader with critical thinking skills and the ability to enforce problem solving techniques.
Demonstrated leadership ability, team management and interpersonal skills.
Exceptional management and supervisory skills; must be an innovative and empowering mentor that embraces ethical practices by providing accurate, responsive, detail-oriented financial results and goals.
Possess high level of personal integrity, good judgment and maturity.
Collaborative and flexible style, with a strong service mentality; a team player who is committed to continuous professional development for themselves and their staff.
Demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities, proposing new ways of creating efficiencies, and guiding investment in people and systems.
Strong analytical skills and experience interpreting a strategic vision into an operational model; abstract reasoning skills; organizational skills.
Proven skills in developing complex strategic business models.
Passion for the mission of LCV and its affiliated entities.
Cultural Competence:
Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity.
Ability to learn on varying cultural and community norms.
Understanding of Racial Justice and Equity and how to integrate this into day to day work and management practices.
Commitment to equity and inclusion as an organizational practice and culture.
Interest in understanding how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for collaborating to dismantle these systems.
Working Conditions:
Applicants are to be located and legally authorized to work in the United States.
This position will operate in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems.
This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Must be able to work with minimal supervision. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “SVP, Finance” in the subject line by September 5, 2022. No phone calls please.
In the body of your cover letter please respond to the following questions:
How does your own lived experience align with our commitment to Racial Justice and Equity found here: https://www.lcv.org/careers/commitment-racial-justice-equity/
How have you managed finance teams in complex (scope, size, diverse revenue streams, multi-entity/inter-company, hybrid etc.) nonprofit organizations in your career.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org.
Aug 11, 2022
Full time
Title: Senior Vice President of Finance
Department: Finance
Status: Exempt
Reports to: Chief Operating Officer
Positions Reporting to this Position: Vice President of Finance (Financial Planning & Analysis), Vice President of Accounting
Location: Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely or from an LCV office)
Travel Requirements: Up to 20%
Union Position: No
Job Classification Level: M-V
Salary Range (depending on experience) : $140,000 - 250,000
General Description :
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
LCV is in search of a Senior Vice President of Finance that will embody our organizational values of accountability, anti-racism, community, innovation, learning, and sustainability. We are seeking a leader who will help us lead with a deep commitment to these values. The SVP, Finance will be focused on the executive leadership of the finance department and is responsible for overseeing the accounting and financial planning and analysis divisions of the department. The SVP, Finance will ensure all accounting operations are in compliance with GAAP, and internal accounting controls are maintained for data integrity, compliance, risk and provide quality analyses for organizational decisions. As a member of the Executive Team, the SVP, Finance participates in the development of organizational plans for LCV and our family of organizations including the League of Conservation Voters Education Fund, LCV Action Fund, LCV Victory Fund, GiveGreen United Action Fund, and Chispa AZ PAC. The SVP, Finance’s priorities are to manage financial strategy, develop and implement best practices, and lead the entire financial administration of our $150M organization.
The SVP, Finance will directly manage the Vice President of Finance (Financial Planning & Analysis) and the Vice President of Accounting, and indirectly support a team of 11 including a Financial and Budget Analyst, Director of Grants Management, Senior Revenue Accountant, Revenue Accountant, Finance Coordinator, Staff Accountants, Senior Director of Accounting and an interim contracted Accounts Payable Specialist. The SVP, Finance will work to enhance efficient financial operations and assist in the organizations’ compliance with relevant tax and campaign finance laws, regulations and filings. The Senior Vice President of Finance will thrive in our complex environment. This position will report directly to the Chief Operating Officer and will work closely with LCV’s President.
Responsibilities :
Financial Administration 30%
Oversee the preparation of financial statements, financial filings and 990 reporting for all applicable LCV entities.
Collaborate and provide direct leadership across organizations to support knowledge base around financial processes, budgeting and the monthly review process.
Partner with external consultants, vendors and stakeholders to achieve results for the organization, including financial consultants, financial system vendors, consulting investment accountant, tax accountant, legal counsel, and Board members.
Collaborate with COO and President on critical financial decisions, considerations and work closely with Legal on finance compliance processes to maintain accuracy and completeness of revenue and disbursements reported.
Maintain an adequate system of internal accounting controls throughout the company and between all entities.
Oversee major financial processes in conjunction with Vice Presidents of Accounting & Finance, i.e., Budgeting & Audit/990 process.
Support the VP of Accounting to monitor appropriate use of account numbers toward proper classification and recordkeeping of financial transactions; implement changes when appropriate.
Support the VP of Finance to monitor the set up and execution of our grants management processes & systems, financial analysis and reporting, variance analysis, net asset schedules, investment strategy and fiscal and grant budgeting process.
Oversee the provision of ongoing Cash Management, Cash Flow & Variance Analysis to senior management.
Assist the Legal/Compliance teams as needed with federal & state filings including FEC, state election agencies, LDA and charitable solicitation filings.
Strategic Finance 30%
Provide ongoing strategic financial direction and develop policies and procedures, manuals, training, and toolkits.
Monitor and advise on the financial health of the organization, assets, holdings, investments and reserves of $6M.
Ensure the organization remains in excellent financial standing, and monitor changes that may impact financial reporting.
Partner with the VP of Finance to oversee the organizational budget and conduct high level analysis for a wide range of needs including our CBA union process and negotiations that require financial analysis.
Support the development of business continuity and contingency plans to strengthen financial modeling and scenario planning.
Develop financial materials, training, narratives, presentations and visuals to support financial resource development and resource/tool building.
Lead the migration, integration and upgrades for all financial technology; manage the flow, use and utilization of cloud-based technology for the organization; explore new technology and dashboarding options as necessary.
Serve as a consultant/advisor to LCV's President, its 13 members of the executive team, and 40+ Board Members, on all financial matters regarding the company and its entities.
Participate in strategic planning & priorities, including the development of financial KPIs.
Evaluate & advise on impact of financial initiatives, including, short, mid and long term strategies for LCV.
Leadership 40%
Direct and manage the organization’s financial planning & analysis division with a critical eye on cyclical financial processes, annual filings, compliance and reporting for all LCV entities.
Provide coaching, mentoring, and values-based management to the accounting/finance team with an equitable and inclusive lens.
Lead efforts to create a departmental culture that is inclusive, respectful, racial justice aligned and equitable. Manage the department’s racial justice and equity goals.
Execute the financial strategy of the organization to meet financial goals.
Oversee the financial operations, ensuring a best-in-class office and high performing team.
Hire and coach financial team members to ensure timely, proficient and accurate results, while driving continuous improvement processes.
Travel up to 20% for staff retreats, trainings, conferences and Board meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
Work Experience:
Required - 15+ years of accelerated financial leadership; ideally as a Chief Financial Officer (CFO), in Financial Planning & Analysis and Accounting or other Senior Executive Leadership role in finance for a midsize to large, complex multi-entity set of organization, ideally in a progressive non profit or nonprofit advocacy sector (c3/c4/PAC). Experience managing intercompany transactions and consolidated financial statements.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience with GAAP, IRS codes, Internal Controls, and financial reporting and analysis.
Advanced technical experience: entire Microsoft Suite of products, ASC 606 revenue recognition standards, grants/contract management, nonprofit accounting, modern financial reporting and frameworks.
Preferred - Prior experience in a racial justice and/or environmental organization.
Skills:
Strategic, innovative leader with critical thinking skills and the ability to enforce problem solving techniques.
Demonstrated leadership ability, team management and interpersonal skills.
Exceptional management and supervisory skills; must be an innovative and empowering mentor that embraces ethical practices by providing accurate, responsive, detail-oriented financial results and goals.
Possess high level of personal integrity, good judgment and maturity.
Collaborative and flexible style, with a strong service mentality; a team player who is committed to continuous professional development for themselves and their staff.
Demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities, proposing new ways of creating efficiencies, and guiding investment in people and systems.
Strong analytical skills and experience interpreting a strategic vision into an operational model; abstract reasoning skills; organizational skills.
Proven skills in developing complex strategic business models.
Passion for the mission of LCV and its affiliated entities.
Cultural Competence:
Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity.
Ability to learn on varying cultural and community norms.
Understanding of Racial Justice and Equity and how to integrate this into day to day work and management practices.
Commitment to equity and inclusion as an organizational practice and culture.
Interest in understanding how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for collaborating to dismantle these systems.
Working Conditions:
Applicants are to be located and legally authorized to work in the United States.
This position will operate in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems.
This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Must be able to work with minimal supervision. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “SVP, Finance” in the subject line by September 5, 2022. No phone calls please.
In the body of your cover letter please respond to the following questions:
How does your own lived experience align with our commitment to Racial Justice and Equity found here: https://www.lcv.org/careers/commitment-racial-justice-equity/
How have you managed finance teams in complex (scope, size, diverse revenue streams, multi-entity/inter-company, hybrid etc.) nonprofit organizations in your career.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org.
Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14.2 (Download PDF reader) , Washington State employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination as part of the hiring process, prior to their start date. Requests for medical and religious exemptions will be considered. If you have questions, please contact Careers@ecy.wa.gov with “ COVID-19 vaccination ” in the subject line.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Washington State Department of Ecology is searching for an innovative and strategic leader for the position of Government Relations Director . This is an exempt management service (EMS) Band 4 position that reports to the Director of Ecology. The position is located at Ecology’s Headquarters Office in Lacey, Washington .
This position is critical to Ecology’s success and is focused on establishing and maintaining positive, effective relationships with key members of Ecology’s authorizing environment. In this role, you will direct agency-wide external relations and public affairs. These include the State Legislature, legislative staff, Governor’s office, state and federal agencies, local governments, tribal governments, and Washington’s Congressional delegation. You will also direct agency strategy and public affairs for a variety of non-governmental organizations, including business, environmental, media, agriculture, ports, utilities, community groups and other interests. These relations are critical to furthering Ecology’s mission through successful resolution of issues pertaining to legislation, constituent concerns, budget, regulations, policies, and state and federal agreements. You will be expected to develop solutions that meet the state’s interests in, and responsibility for, environmental protection of air, land, water, and climate while meeting the interests of stakeholders to the extent possible.
In addition to what is listed above, you will lead and direct the activities of Ecology’s Rules and Accountability Section, including supervision of the section manager. This section provides strategic and diverse management of programs and policies that are highly complex, multi-program and agency-wide, in nature. The section supports the work of this position, and serves the Agency Director, Deputy Director, and the executive leadership team in setting agency direction for strategic and long-range planning, performance, and accountability, continuous process improvement and organizational effectiveness, customer service and surveying, rule-making, economic analysis, and coordination of a variety of agency-wide responsibilities (e.g. enforcement appeals).
Agency Mission : Ecology’s mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington’s environment for current and future generations.
During Healthy Washington Roadmap to Recovery, employees are working a combination of in-office and/or telework based on position and business need. Ecology is following current state guidance regarding mask requirements and health-screening questions before entry.
Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of August 3, 2022 . In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before August 2, 2022 . The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
About the Department of Ecology
Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
A wellness program that offers education, fitness classes, and an agency-wide fondness for outdoor meetings.
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
Our commitment to DEIR Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity : We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions.
Equity : We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive.
Inclusion : We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work.
Respect : We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement.
We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued.
Duties
Director of Government Relations – Primary Responsibilities
Agency lead for tracking, monitoring, testifying, and negotiating 400-500 bills per session. Testimony may be in person or using virtual forums. Many of these bills deal with issues that the Governor has placed on his top priority list, such as climate change, environmental justice, and salmon restoration. The bills related to environmental issues tend to be some of the most controversial and hard-fought bills of any given session and impact budget priorities and budget negotiations.
Conducting activities during the interim (between legislative sessions), including legislative and Governor task forces, public workshops and hearings, rule development, and one-on-one in-district in-person negotiation with legislative leadership and key committee chairs, and working with legislators/Governor’s office to address constituent issues.
Developing and facilitating and supporting passage of all agency request legislation.
Advising the Governor, Chief of Staff, and the Governor’s legislative director on bills and policies pertaining to environmental and natural resources issues.
Representing the agency on the Governor’s Natural Resources Legislative Policy Group, the Governor’s Cabinet Agency Legislative Director’s Group, and other Governor’s Office meetings pertaining or relating to the agency’s environmental work.
Taking a lead role in negotiations with legislators and key stakeholders regarding the agency’s Operating, Capital, and Supplemental Budgets.
Rulemaking responsibility for all agency rule filing, including the CR 101, CR 102, and CR 103, with the Code Reviser’s Office.
Overseeing the staff responsible for strategic planning and performance management for the agency.
Ensuring that stakeholders are notified of significant actions by the agency, including the Governor, congressional delegation, and the legislature.
Speaking before legislative and congressional committees, the news media, business, environmental organizations, and community groups.
Serving as a member of Ecology’s Executive Leadership Team.
Advising Ecology’s Executive Leadership Team regarding external relations.
Who are we looking for ?
We are searching for a strategic thinker with impeccable judgment and leadership skills that is passionate about our issues, is relationally oriented, and loves to dig into policy. A leader with heart who can communicate and influence change, modeling the highest standards of ethics, follow-through, and accountability. Key attributes of who we are searching for include:
Superior communication and problem solving skills.
Collaborative approach combined with ability to make executive decisions.
Deep commitment to principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect.
Well-developed understanding of political process and political strategy.
Strong working knowledge of how to interpret legislation and rules including understanding of how legislation and rules may apply to a range of factual circumstances.
Ability to leverage the creativity and innovation of others to deliver services, problem solve and improve processes.
A Member of Ecology's Executive Leadership Team This position reports to the Director of Ecology and is a member of the Executive Leadership Team and represents the Director or advises the Director on external stakeholder issues and many internal operational issues. The nature of the position requires the application of advanced management and negotiation principles and skills.
In this role you will:
Serve as Ecology’s primary resource for issues relating to the Washington State legislature, including the development and negotiations of agency request legislation, Governor request legislation pertaining to the environment, and legislative branch proposals that support or impact the agency’s environmental work.
Direct Ecology’s Executive Leadership Team’s efforts in all aspects of legislative involvement.
Make decisions on agency positions on numerous legislative bills and proposals dealing with environmental and natural resources, and related local/state government issues.
Represent Ecology in stakeholder discussions dealing with the development and implementation of agency policies, rules, and legislation.
Serve as Ecology’s lead representative to the Governor’s Office and other state agencies on matters relating to legislative actions and high profile issues that have a legislative interest or nexus.
Lead and manage Ecology’s Rules and Accountability Section.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Five years of work experience in position(s) responsible for leading an organization’s policy work and/or working directly within the legislative process including development of legislative strategy, developing constituent relationships and accomplishing results through influence and leadership of others.
Experience must demonstrate being able to successfully:
Communicate effectively and professionally, both orally and in writing, to a wide variety of internal and external audiences.
Develop and maintain key internal and external relationships.
Collaborate with internal and external organizational partners to solve problems.
Desired Qualifications:
We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
A Bachelor’s or advanced degree in public administration, political science, environmental or natural sciences, law, communications or related field.
Experience in management and supervision of employees and executive level communications, negotiation, and consensus building.
Knowledge of Washington State’s budget development and administration principles and process, legislative processes, state rulemaking processes, and intergovernmental relations.
Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up on the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page.
If you are reading this announcement in print format , please enter the following URL to your search engine to apply: https://ecology.wa.gov/About-us/Get-to-know-us/Jobs-at-Ecology .
Application Instructions: It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
Three professional references.
Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable. For Your Privacy: When attaching documents to your application (such as Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):
Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.
Do not attach documents that are password-protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.
Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees: Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources. Application Attestation: The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. Other Information:
If you have specific questions about the position, please email Teri North at Teri.North@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not contact Teri to inquire about the status of your application.
To request the full position description: email careers@ecy.wa.gov
Why work for Ecology? As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability. Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. Ecology employees may be eligible for the following: Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave *, 11 Paid Holidays per year *, Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader) , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth *See the Benefits tab in this announcement for more information Student debt: how working for Ecology can help The Department of Ecology is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF). See https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more details.
To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at www.ecology.wa.gov and follow, like or visit us on LinkedIn , Twitter , Facebook , Instagram or our blog .
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186 . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
Jul 22, 2022
Full time
Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14.2 (Download PDF reader) , Washington State employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination as part of the hiring process, prior to their start date. Requests for medical and religious exemptions will be considered. If you have questions, please contact Careers@ecy.wa.gov with “ COVID-19 vaccination ” in the subject line.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Washington State Department of Ecology is searching for an innovative and strategic leader for the position of Government Relations Director . This is an exempt management service (EMS) Band 4 position that reports to the Director of Ecology. The position is located at Ecology’s Headquarters Office in Lacey, Washington .
This position is critical to Ecology’s success and is focused on establishing and maintaining positive, effective relationships with key members of Ecology’s authorizing environment. In this role, you will direct agency-wide external relations and public affairs. These include the State Legislature, legislative staff, Governor’s office, state and federal agencies, local governments, tribal governments, and Washington’s Congressional delegation. You will also direct agency strategy and public affairs for a variety of non-governmental organizations, including business, environmental, media, agriculture, ports, utilities, community groups and other interests. These relations are critical to furthering Ecology’s mission through successful resolution of issues pertaining to legislation, constituent concerns, budget, regulations, policies, and state and federal agreements. You will be expected to develop solutions that meet the state’s interests in, and responsibility for, environmental protection of air, land, water, and climate while meeting the interests of stakeholders to the extent possible.
In addition to what is listed above, you will lead and direct the activities of Ecology’s Rules and Accountability Section, including supervision of the section manager. This section provides strategic and diverse management of programs and policies that are highly complex, multi-program and agency-wide, in nature. The section supports the work of this position, and serves the Agency Director, Deputy Director, and the executive leadership team in setting agency direction for strategic and long-range planning, performance, and accountability, continuous process improvement and organizational effectiveness, customer service and surveying, rule-making, economic analysis, and coordination of a variety of agency-wide responsibilities (e.g. enforcement appeals).
Agency Mission : Ecology’s mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington’s environment for current and future generations.
During Healthy Washington Roadmap to Recovery, employees are working a combination of in-office and/or telework based on position and business need. Ecology is following current state guidance regarding mask requirements and health-screening questions before entry.
Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of August 3, 2022 . In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before August 2, 2022 . The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
About the Department of Ecology
Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
A wellness program that offers education, fitness classes, and an agency-wide fondness for outdoor meetings.
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
Our commitment to DEIR Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity : We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions.
Equity : We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive.
Inclusion : We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work.
Respect : We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement.
We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued.
Duties
Director of Government Relations – Primary Responsibilities
Agency lead for tracking, monitoring, testifying, and negotiating 400-500 bills per session. Testimony may be in person or using virtual forums. Many of these bills deal with issues that the Governor has placed on his top priority list, such as climate change, environmental justice, and salmon restoration. The bills related to environmental issues tend to be some of the most controversial and hard-fought bills of any given session and impact budget priorities and budget negotiations.
Conducting activities during the interim (between legislative sessions), including legislative and Governor task forces, public workshops and hearings, rule development, and one-on-one in-district in-person negotiation with legislative leadership and key committee chairs, and working with legislators/Governor’s office to address constituent issues.
Developing and facilitating and supporting passage of all agency request legislation.
Advising the Governor, Chief of Staff, and the Governor’s legislative director on bills and policies pertaining to environmental and natural resources issues.
Representing the agency on the Governor’s Natural Resources Legislative Policy Group, the Governor’s Cabinet Agency Legislative Director’s Group, and other Governor’s Office meetings pertaining or relating to the agency’s environmental work.
Taking a lead role in negotiations with legislators and key stakeholders regarding the agency’s Operating, Capital, and Supplemental Budgets.
Rulemaking responsibility for all agency rule filing, including the CR 101, CR 102, and CR 103, with the Code Reviser’s Office.
Overseeing the staff responsible for strategic planning and performance management for the agency.
Ensuring that stakeholders are notified of significant actions by the agency, including the Governor, congressional delegation, and the legislature.
Speaking before legislative and congressional committees, the news media, business, environmental organizations, and community groups.
Serving as a member of Ecology’s Executive Leadership Team.
Advising Ecology’s Executive Leadership Team regarding external relations.
Who are we looking for ?
We are searching for a strategic thinker with impeccable judgment and leadership skills that is passionate about our issues, is relationally oriented, and loves to dig into policy. A leader with heart who can communicate and influence change, modeling the highest standards of ethics, follow-through, and accountability. Key attributes of who we are searching for include:
Superior communication and problem solving skills.
Collaborative approach combined with ability to make executive decisions.
Deep commitment to principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect.
Well-developed understanding of political process and political strategy.
Strong working knowledge of how to interpret legislation and rules including understanding of how legislation and rules may apply to a range of factual circumstances.
Ability to leverage the creativity and innovation of others to deliver services, problem solve and improve processes.
A Member of Ecology's Executive Leadership Team This position reports to the Director of Ecology and is a member of the Executive Leadership Team and represents the Director or advises the Director on external stakeholder issues and many internal operational issues. The nature of the position requires the application of advanced management and negotiation principles and skills.
In this role you will:
Serve as Ecology’s primary resource for issues relating to the Washington State legislature, including the development and negotiations of agency request legislation, Governor request legislation pertaining to the environment, and legislative branch proposals that support or impact the agency’s environmental work.
Direct Ecology’s Executive Leadership Team’s efforts in all aspects of legislative involvement.
Make decisions on agency positions on numerous legislative bills and proposals dealing with environmental and natural resources, and related local/state government issues.
Represent Ecology in stakeholder discussions dealing with the development and implementation of agency policies, rules, and legislation.
Serve as Ecology’s lead representative to the Governor’s Office and other state agencies on matters relating to legislative actions and high profile issues that have a legislative interest or nexus.
Lead and manage Ecology’s Rules and Accountability Section.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Five years of work experience in position(s) responsible for leading an organization’s policy work and/or working directly within the legislative process including development of legislative strategy, developing constituent relationships and accomplishing results through influence and leadership of others.
Experience must demonstrate being able to successfully:
Communicate effectively and professionally, both orally and in writing, to a wide variety of internal and external audiences.
Develop and maintain key internal and external relationships.
Collaborate with internal and external organizational partners to solve problems.
Desired Qualifications:
We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
A Bachelor’s or advanced degree in public administration, political science, environmental or natural sciences, law, communications or related field.
Experience in management and supervision of employees and executive level communications, negotiation, and consensus building.
Knowledge of Washington State’s budget development and administration principles and process, legislative processes, state rulemaking processes, and intergovernmental relations.
Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up on the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page.
If you are reading this announcement in print format , please enter the following URL to your search engine to apply: https://ecology.wa.gov/About-us/Get-to-know-us/Jobs-at-Ecology .
Application Instructions: It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
Three professional references.
Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable. For Your Privacy: When attaching documents to your application (such as Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):
Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.
Do not attach documents that are password-protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.
Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees: Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources. Application Attestation: The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. Other Information:
If you have specific questions about the position, please email Teri North at Teri.North@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not contact Teri to inquire about the status of your application.
To request the full position description: email careers@ecy.wa.gov
Why work for Ecology? As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability. Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. Ecology employees may be eligible for the following: Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave *, 11 Paid Holidays per year *, Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader) , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth *See the Benefits tab in this announcement for more information Student debt: how working for Ecology can help The Department of Ecology is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF). See https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more details.
To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at www.ecology.wa.gov and follow, like or visit us on LinkedIn , Twitter , Facebook , Instagram or our blog .
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186 . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
The Leadership Conference on Civil & Human Rights
Washington, DC
Who We Are:
The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, a 501(c)(4) organization, is the premier coalition of more than 230 organizations which promotes and protects civil and human rights in America. The Leadership Conference has coordinated national lobbying efforts on behalf of every major civil rights law since 1957. To learn more about The Leadership Conference, please visit www.civilrights.org .
The Leadership Conference Education Fund, a 501(c)(3) organization, builds public will for federal policies that promote and protect civil and human rights in the US. Founded in 1969 as the education and research arm of The Leadership Conference, the Education Fund’s campaigns empower advocates to push for progressive change in the US. To learn more about the Education Fund, please visit www.leadershipconferenceedfund.org .
About the Role:
Under the direction of the Vice President of Finance, this position is responsible for performing a wide range of financial and reporting duties in the Finance department. The Budget Analyst is responsible for the financial oversight and management of a portfolio of private grants. Key responsibilities include oversight of the complete financial lifecycle of each grant, preparation of budgets, completing financial and grant status reports. The Analyst will serve as the primary point of contact for all grants’ financial issues, including program spending, planning, forecasting, and budgeting. The Analyst will also work with and communicate directly with the Development departments, Program Managers, and internal leadership on all financial issues relating to grants and sub grants, if any.
What You Will Do:
The key responsibilities for this position include the day-to-day oversight and management of the full financial cycle from inception to closeout of grants and other duties including the following:
Pre-award
Develops and prepare budgets for upcoming grant proposals aligned to overall departmental and organizational budget.
Provide technical assistance on budget development to internal/external stakeholders.
Works with program staff to develop proposal budgets using proposal budget templates.
Prepares and submit budget proposals/revisions/reallocations associated with grant renewals and RFP’s.
Prepares budget justifications for grant proposals.
Post-award
Works closely with program, development, and finance staff to ensure regular reports (monthly, quarterly, and annual reports) are completed and accurately reflect the work done to meet program deliverables and grant requirements.
Generates detail monthly and YTD budget variance reports on grant revenue and costs, as required (monthly project budget comparison report).
Meets monthly with program staff and Vice President of Finance to review monthly project budget comparison reports.
Support Grants Accountant to accurately record grant activities including proper classification of revenue and expenses.
Closeout
Prepares grant close-out financial reports to be reviewed by program directors and the Vice President of Finance
Monitor and complete all financial closeout reporting as required by funder in collaboration with the Development team.
Other
Works closely with Vice President of Finance to identify, implement and manage a budgeting system that is easy to use for both program and accounting staff.
Trains program staff to use the budgeting system.
Supports department management in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts
Attends periodic project/campaign team meetings as and when necessary.
Prepares, reviews, and updates staff allocation working with program/project managers and accounting staff.
Periodically reviews staff allocation worksheets with Vice President of Finance, departmental leads and Executive Vice President & COO.
Works collaboratively with the Development staff to maintain a tracking system on all funded grants and projects (i.e., fiscal interim and final reporting due dates, proposal and application submission dates).
Prepares interim and annual financial and program reports for projects to be submitted by Development to funders.
Maintains an effective level of communication with project management and development staff.
Supports Grants Accountant during grant/project audits and annual organizational audits.
Additional
Month End Project Financial Report Distribution.
What You Will Bring:
A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance with a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in managing grant/project and organizational budgets in a nonprofit organization.
Ability to establish and maintain effective positive relationships with staff, management, and funders.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff.
Knowledge of ERP accounting system, such as Sage Intacct, MS Dynamics GP/SL, or NetSuite
Proficient in Microsoft Office (MS Word and MS Excel).
Fund accounting experience highly desired.
Ability to provide guidance on grants, budgets, and financial reporting to staff with a wide range of backgrounds, training, and experience.
What We Offer:
The Organizations offer employees a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, and generous personal leave and vacation time. Employees can also take advantage of Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and a retirement savings account.
Salary Range – $70,000 – $85,920
Office Re-opening Statement
During the Covid-19 pandemic, staff may opt in to work from the office. Most staff have chosen the option to work remotely. Through an internal working group and staff input, we are assessing how and when we will return more fully to the office. We anticipate that staff will return to the office in some capacity later this year. For now, there is no requirement to work from the office through the end of 2022.
To apply, please visit our Career Center and submit your resume and attach a cover letter.
Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace
The Leadership Conference and The Education Fund are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.
May 12, 2022
Full time
Who We Are:
The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, a 501(c)(4) organization, is the premier coalition of more than 230 organizations which promotes and protects civil and human rights in America. The Leadership Conference has coordinated national lobbying efforts on behalf of every major civil rights law since 1957. To learn more about The Leadership Conference, please visit www.civilrights.org .
The Leadership Conference Education Fund, a 501(c)(3) organization, builds public will for federal policies that promote and protect civil and human rights in the US. Founded in 1969 as the education and research arm of The Leadership Conference, the Education Fund’s campaigns empower advocates to push for progressive change in the US. To learn more about the Education Fund, please visit www.leadershipconferenceedfund.org .
About the Role:
Under the direction of the Vice President of Finance, this position is responsible for performing a wide range of financial and reporting duties in the Finance department. The Budget Analyst is responsible for the financial oversight and management of a portfolio of private grants. Key responsibilities include oversight of the complete financial lifecycle of each grant, preparation of budgets, completing financial and grant status reports. The Analyst will serve as the primary point of contact for all grants’ financial issues, including program spending, planning, forecasting, and budgeting. The Analyst will also work with and communicate directly with the Development departments, Program Managers, and internal leadership on all financial issues relating to grants and sub grants, if any.
What You Will Do:
The key responsibilities for this position include the day-to-day oversight and management of the full financial cycle from inception to closeout of grants and other duties including the following:
Pre-award
Develops and prepare budgets for upcoming grant proposals aligned to overall departmental and organizational budget.
Provide technical assistance on budget development to internal/external stakeholders.
Works with program staff to develop proposal budgets using proposal budget templates.
Prepares and submit budget proposals/revisions/reallocations associated with grant renewals and RFP’s.
Prepares budget justifications for grant proposals.
Post-award
Works closely with program, development, and finance staff to ensure regular reports (monthly, quarterly, and annual reports) are completed and accurately reflect the work done to meet program deliverables and grant requirements.
Generates detail monthly and YTD budget variance reports on grant revenue and costs, as required (monthly project budget comparison report).
Meets monthly with program staff and Vice President of Finance to review monthly project budget comparison reports.
Support Grants Accountant to accurately record grant activities including proper classification of revenue and expenses.
Closeout
Prepares grant close-out financial reports to be reviewed by program directors and the Vice President of Finance
Monitor and complete all financial closeout reporting as required by funder in collaboration with the Development team.
Other
Works closely with Vice President of Finance to identify, implement and manage a budgeting system that is easy to use for both program and accounting staff.
Trains program staff to use the budgeting system.
Supports department management in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts
Attends periodic project/campaign team meetings as and when necessary.
Prepares, reviews, and updates staff allocation working with program/project managers and accounting staff.
Periodically reviews staff allocation worksheets with Vice President of Finance, departmental leads and Executive Vice President & COO.
Works collaboratively with the Development staff to maintain a tracking system on all funded grants and projects (i.e., fiscal interim and final reporting due dates, proposal and application submission dates).
Prepares interim and annual financial and program reports for projects to be submitted by Development to funders.
Maintains an effective level of communication with project management and development staff.
Supports Grants Accountant during grant/project audits and annual organizational audits.
Additional
Month End Project Financial Report Distribution.
What You Will Bring:
A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance with a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in managing grant/project and organizational budgets in a nonprofit organization.
Ability to establish and maintain effective positive relationships with staff, management, and funders.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff.
Knowledge of ERP accounting system, such as Sage Intacct, MS Dynamics GP/SL, or NetSuite
Proficient in Microsoft Office (MS Word and MS Excel).
Fund accounting experience highly desired.
Ability to provide guidance on grants, budgets, and financial reporting to staff with a wide range of backgrounds, training, and experience.
What We Offer:
The Organizations offer employees a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, and generous personal leave and vacation time. Employees can also take advantage of Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and a retirement savings account.
Salary Range – $70,000 – $85,920
Office Re-opening Statement
During the Covid-19 pandemic, staff may opt in to work from the office. Most staff have chosen the option to work remotely. Through an internal working group and staff input, we are assessing how and when we will return more fully to the office. We anticipate that staff will return to the office in some capacity later this year. For now, there is no requirement to work from the office through the end of 2022.
To apply, please visit our Career Center and submit your resume and attach a cover letter.
Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace
The Leadership Conference and The Education Fund are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.
The Michigan League of Conservation Voters (LCV) — one of Michigan’s largest, most impactful political advocacy organizations tackling drinking water contamination, the rapidly-worsening impacts of climate change, and efforts to undermine our access to the ballot — is seeking a dynamic full-time Grants Manager to raise financial support for our organization by managing all grant activity, building strong partnerships with current and prospective funders, and growing foundation funding.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced development professional who can deliver on ambitious goals and make a compelling case for investing in political action and policy change to protect Michigan’s land, air and water. They, alongside a team of tenacious colleagues, will advocate for strong environmental protections and a healthy democracy, and build and amplify the voices of communities of color and other key constituencies who are disproportionately impacted by environmental issues.
The Grants Manager works with the Development Director, Michigan LCV’s leadership, and all teams in the organization to develop high-quality grant proposals and development communications that are consistent with Michigan LCV’s mission and strategic direction. The Grants Manager will provide leadership and oversight of all grant activity for the organization, serving as the organizational expert on all grantseeking initiatives including relationships with corporations, foundations, and current and prospective supporters. Key responsibilities include drafting of development communications, grant writing, process/project management, researching, identifying, developing, responding to grant opportunities, and assisting with program development and post-award reporting. The Grants Manager will also support non-grant donor outreach, including drafting letters and email communications, donor conversations, and donor prospecting. Additional responsibilities may include writing and supporting external communications, such as newsletters, staff and board profiles, and email communications to supporters and members, and internal communications, such as organizational case statements and protocol documents.
Job Responsibilities
This position reports to the Development Director, is ideally based in Southeast Michigan or the Grand Rapids metro area, and is responsible for the following:
Provide leadership and oversight of all grant activity at Michigan LCV in partnership with the Development Director and Michigan LCV leadership team.
Lead the writing of high-quality grant materials, including cover letters, letters of inquiry, proposals, project narratives, budgets, renewal requests, and interim and final reports.
Manage Michigan LCV’s grant program using timely and appropriate internal and external communications (checklists, reminder messages, and proactive problem-solving) to ensure high-quality grant proposals and reports are submitted on time.
Serve as Michigan LCV’s liaison to foundations, focusing on securing new funding opportunities and nurturing relationships, as well as managing relationships with colleagues and leadership.
Identify new opportunities for funding that align with Michigan LCV programs and mission, including outreach and relationship building with prospective family foundations and potential new funders.
Retain up-to-date knowledge about all programs and maintain effective working relationships with programs and finance staff.
Ensure that all documentation related to grant funding is up-to-date and accurate, including grant calendar, donor records and files, and grant materials submitted and received.
In collaboration with other teams, work to write internal and external communications, such as newsletters, board and staff profiles, organizational case statements, and various protocol documents.
Provide support to the leadership team and key staff for meetings with donors.
Participating in all Michigan LCV political election work — doing the hard work of campaigning, which means volunteering yourself to do door-to-door field canvassing, text and phone banking, and attend campaign events.
Qualifications
We are seeking candidates who have expert-level writing skills, are natural project managers , and are results-driven. You should have:
A t least 2 years of grant-writing or professional writing experience.
An ability to identify grant funding opportunities, create reasonable foundation-giving goals, and create grant prospect and management plans.
Writing and speaking skills that translate into compelling pitches, effective asks, and meaningful reports to funders on the impact of their gifts that reflect the mission, goals and values of our organization.
A track record of managing people, processes, and deadlines necessary to achieve fundraising goals.
Excellent strategic-thinking, problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills, with a proven ability to create work plans and set priorities to achieve long-term goals.
Positive, solutions-oriented attitude and a commitment to maintaining a supportive, empowering culture.
Natural relationship-building instincts and the ability to speak specifically to work experience in developing and maintaining strong working relationships among a wide range of stakeholders.
Understanding of Michigan’s political and environmental arenas.
A valid driver’s license, car insurance, reliable access to a car, the internet, and a phone to use for work purposes as well as the ability to canvass, walking at least a mile and navigating physical obstacles such as stairs
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity and the ability to learn and build on varying community norms
Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture
Understanding of how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems
Mar 08, 2022
Full time
The Michigan League of Conservation Voters (LCV) — one of Michigan’s largest, most impactful political advocacy organizations tackling drinking water contamination, the rapidly-worsening impacts of climate change, and efforts to undermine our access to the ballot — is seeking a dynamic full-time Grants Manager to raise financial support for our organization by managing all grant activity, building strong partnerships with current and prospective funders, and growing foundation funding.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced development professional who can deliver on ambitious goals and make a compelling case for investing in political action and policy change to protect Michigan’s land, air and water. They, alongside a team of tenacious colleagues, will advocate for strong environmental protections and a healthy democracy, and build and amplify the voices of communities of color and other key constituencies who are disproportionately impacted by environmental issues.
The Grants Manager works with the Development Director, Michigan LCV’s leadership, and all teams in the organization to develop high-quality grant proposals and development communications that are consistent with Michigan LCV’s mission and strategic direction. The Grants Manager will provide leadership and oversight of all grant activity for the organization, serving as the organizational expert on all grantseeking initiatives including relationships with corporations, foundations, and current and prospective supporters. Key responsibilities include drafting of development communications, grant writing, process/project management, researching, identifying, developing, responding to grant opportunities, and assisting with program development and post-award reporting. The Grants Manager will also support non-grant donor outreach, including drafting letters and email communications, donor conversations, and donor prospecting. Additional responsibilities may include writing and supporting external communications, such as newsletters, staff and board profiles, and email communications to supporters and members, and internal communications, such as organizational case statements and protocol documents.
Job Responsibilities
This position reports to the Development Director, is ideally based in Southeast Michigan or the Grand Rapids metro area, and is responsible for the following:
Provide leadership and oversight of all grant activity at Michigan LCV in partnership with the Development Director and Michigan LCV leadership team.
Lead the writing of high-quality grant materials, including cover letters, letters of inquiry, proposals, project narratives, budgets, renewal requests, and interim and final reports.
Manage Michigan LCV’s grant program using timely and appropriate internal and external communications (checklists, reminder messages, and proactive problem-solving) to ensure high-quality grant proposals and reports are submitted on time.
Serve as Michigan LCV’s liaison to foundations, focusing on securing new funding opportunities and nurturing relationships, as well as managing relationships with colleagues and leadership.
Identify new opportunities for funding that align with Michigan LCV programs and mission, including outreach and relationship building with prospective family foundations and potential new funders.
Retain up-to-date knowledge about all programs and maintain effective working relationships with programs and finance staff.
Ensure that all documentation related to grant funding is up-to-date and accurate, including grant calendar, donor records and files, and grant materials submitted and received.
In collaboration with other teams, work to write internal and external communications, such as newsletters, board and staff profiles, organizational case statements, and various protocol documents.
Provide support to the leadership team and key staff for meetings with donors.
Participating in all Michigan LCV political election work — doing the hard work of campaigning, which means volunteering yourself to do door-to-door field canvassing, text and phone banking, and attend campaign events.
Qualifications
We are seeking candidates who have expert-level writing skills, are natural project managers , and are results-driven. You should have:
A t least 2 years of grant-writing or professional writing experience.
An ability to identify grant funding opportunities, create reasonable foundation-giving goals, and create grant prospect and management plans.
Writing and speaking skills that translate into compelling pitches, effective asks, and meaningful reports to funders on the impact of their gifts that reflect the mission, goals and values of our organization.
A track record of managing people, processes, and deadlines necessary to achieve fundraising goals.
Excellent strategic-thinking, problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills, with a proven ability to create work plans and set priorities to achieve long-term goals.
Positive, solutions-oriented attitude and a commitment to maintaining a supportive, empowering culture.
Natural relationship-building instincts and the ability to speak specifically to work experience in developing and maintaining strong working relationships among a wide range of stakeholders.
Understanding of Michigan’s political and environmental arenas.
A valid driver’s license, car insurance, reliable access to a car, the internet, and a phone to use for work purposes as well as the ability to canvass, walking at least a mile and navigating physical obstacles such as stairs
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity and the ability to learn and build on varying community norms
Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture
Understanding of how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems