Summary
We are seeking someone who wants to make an impact in Democratic politics and flex their creative muscles, all while putting their strong political acumen, cross-team collaboration, and project management skills to the test. The right person for this job will be passionate, able to multi-task, while working collaborative to provide strategic guidance to clients and a team player. This role is part of the Client Services (political) team helping our clients win.
The Senior Account Executive reports to a Partner within the Client Services team. Success requires strong project management skills, the ability to collaborate, meeting tight deadlines and flexibility.
The Client Services team’s primary responsibility is developing unique direct mail strategy and tactics for each campaign, our work goes beyond just mail and we act as full strategic partners in with our campaigns. The Client Services team leads the internal team working closely with Pivot’s Creative, Production and Targeting teams to develop powerful strategies and products for our clients. Each member of our team brings diverse perspectives, unique expertise, background, and perspective to bear on making an impact in Democratic campaigns and organizations across the country and at all levels of office and with organizations in 2024.
This is a full-time, temporary position through Election Day 2024 with competitive salary and excellent benefits. The nature of our business requires long hours during the election cycle and we expect all staff to be flexible in this area. However, Pivot works to ensure all staff maintain a healthy work/life balance.
We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis. Priority will be given to candidates who apply before February 27, 2024. The anticipated start date for this position is early April.
Qualifications
What you bring to the team:
4+ years of experience with politics, organizing, advocacy, or labor unions is required.
Prior campaign experience.
Previous experience providing clients with strategic advice and being a thought partner for client teams preferred.
Ability to organize and manage deadlines, with consideration of differing work styles.
Patience, understanding and the flexibility to quickly adapt.
Strong communication skills; writing, editing and attention to detail.
Proven experience managing deadlines in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Please include the word “Nectarine” somewhere in your cover letter.
Commitment to racial equity, social justice, and democratic causes.
Proficiency in Excel with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
We understand that no applicant will meet 100% of the above qualifications. If you are interested in the role and believe you have the right skill set, we want to hear from you.
Applicants located in or able to work from a state where Pivot is registered as an employer are preferred. Eligible states include: AL, AZ, CA, DC, FL, GA, IL, MA, MD, MT, NY, OR, TX, VA, WA, and WI.
Responsibilities
The right person for the job will be a highly skilled political strategist and able to successfully deliver complex projects on time, and possess exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Candidates for this position should be curious about the work and interested in learning new things.
Client Management
Provide client with strategic advice, creative and message development, and collaborate with the campaign team.
Ensure client is aware of project timelines and updates and manage client expectations appropriately.
Assist client with projects to be value-add to the team including press releases, questionnaires, talking points, policy proposals, and communication plans.
Content Creation
Create campaign mail plans and budgets in collaboration with the production, targeting and creative departments.
Write mail concepts and copy that meet client’s messaging goals.
Drive mail plan processes from beginning to end, with appropriate communication internally and with clients.
Oversee quality control of internal and external outputs to ensure error-free work.
Internal Processes
Collaborate across teams to ensure timelines, calmly in a fast-paced environment.
Manage internal processes on deadlines, keeping internal stakeholders updated.
Participate in the proofreading and editing process.
Mentor junior staff and ensure their adherence to internal processes.
Approaches
Initiative and Ingenuity : Solves problems and follows through.
Collaborative : Consults with others as needed and proposes solutions to keep processes moving.
Political Savvy : Meets clients’ strategic needs and gives sound political advice.
Communications Skills : Communicates clearly, concisely, staying on message.
Attention to Detail : Notices and fixes errors and learns from them.
Adaptable : Acknowledges being a support teammate (both internal and external) is essential to success.
Comfortable Multi-tasking : Prioritizes work and is able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Compensation & Benefits
The salary for this position is set at $90,000 per year. There is also the opportunity for end of election bonuses, based off individual and firm performance. To ensure pay equity across our team, salaries are non-negotiable.
In keeping with our commitment to a healthy workplace, all staff receive the following benefits:
100% employer-paid premiums for health, dental, and vision insurance
100% employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability
Retirement options with 5% employer match
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Reimbursement Arrangement
Employee Assistance Program
Paid sick leave
Equipment and other supplies to furnish your home office
Annual employer-paid membership to One Medical
Deskpass membership and $200 in monthly credits
Click here for additional information about our benefits at Pivot.
Who We Are
A woman-majority owned firm, Pivot is committed to electing democrats up and down the ballot. We are an energetic team of experts specializing in voter communications through direct mail, advanced targeting, and providing strategic guidance to democratic causes, organizations, and campaigns across the country. And we’ve created a workplace that lets us live out our deepest values. Thank you for wanting to join us.
We are proud to work with organizations, including Planned Parenthood, ACLU, Democratic Governors Association, Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, Emily’s List, the AFL-CIO, as well as Democratic candidates throughout the US.
Want to learn more? Find us on social media @the_pivot_group or visit our website www.thepivot.com
Diversity & EEO Statement
Pivot is committed to building a team of people with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Women, people of color, immigrants, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ people, gender non-conforming people, and people from low-income backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
Pivot follows all Equal Employment Opportunity Policies and employs personnel without regard to: race, ethnic or religious background, descent or nationality, sexual orientation, gender, gender identification, physical or mental disability, marital status, age, height, weight, or military service. This policy applies to employment, internships, internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, terminations, relationships with vendors, use of contractors and consultants and in dealing with the general public.
Accessibility
If you require an accommodation to complete any part of our hiring process, please contact us at 202-524-0048 or jobs@thepivot.com .
Feb 16, 2024
Seasonal
Summary
We are seeking someone who wants to make an impact in Democratic politics and flex their creative muscles, all while putting their strong political acumen, cross-team collaboration, and project management skills to the test. The right person for this job will be passionate, able to multi-task, while working collaborative to provide strategic guidance to clients and a team player. This role is part of the Client Services (political) team helping our clients win.
The Senior Account Executive reports to a Partner within the Client Services team. Success requires strong project management skills, the ability to collaborate, meeting tight deadlines and flexibility.
The Client Services team’s primary responsibility is developing unique direct mail strategy and tactics for each campaign, our work goes beyond just mail and we act as full strategic partners in with our campaigns. The Client Services team leads the internal team working closely with Pivot’s Creative, Production and Targeting teams to develop powerful strategies and products for our clients. Each member of our team brings diverse perspectives, unique expertise, background, and perspective to bear on making an impact in Democratic campaigns and organizations across the country and at all levels of office and with organizations in 2024.
This is a full-time, temporary position through Election Day 2024 with competitive salary and excellent benefits. The nature of our business requires long hours during the election cycle and we expect all staff to be flexible in this area. However, Pivot works to ensure all staff maintain a healthy work/life balance.
We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis. Priority will be given to candidates who apply before February 27, 2024. The anticipated start date for this position is early April.
Qualifications
What you bring to the team:
4+ years of experience with politics, organizing, advocacy, or labor unions is required.
Prior campaign experience.
Previous experience providing clients with strategic advice and being a thought partner for client teams preferred.
Ability to organize and manage deadlines, with consideration of differing work styles.
Patience, understanding and the flexibility to quickly adapt.
Strong communication skills; writing, editing and attention to detail.
Proven experience managing deadlines in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Please include the word “Nectarine” somewhere in your cover letter.
Commitment to racial equity, social justice, and democratic causes.
Proficiency in Excel with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
We understand that no applicant will meet 100% of the above qualifications. If you are interested in the role and believe you have the right skill set, we want to hear from you.
Applicants located in or able to work from a state where Pivot is registered as an employer are preferred. Eligible states include: AL, AZ, CA, DC, FL, GA, IL, MA, MD, MT, NY, OR, TX, VA, WA, and WI.
Responsibilities
The right person for the job will be a highly skilled political strategist and able to successfully deliver complex projects on time, and possess exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Candidates for this position should be curious about the work and interested in learning new things.
Client Management
Provide client with strategic advice, creative and message development, and collaborate with the campaign team.
Ensure client is aware of project timelines and updates and manage client expectations appropriately.
Assist client with projects to be value-add to the team including press releases, questionnaires, talking points, policy proposals, and communication plans.
Content Creation
Create campaign mail plans and budgets in collaboration with the production, targeting and creative departments.
Write mail concepts and copy that meet client’s messaging goals.
Drive mail plan processes from beginning to end, with appropriate communication internally and with clients.
Oversee quality control of internal and external outputs to ensure error-free work.
Internal Processes
Collaborate across teams to ensure timelines, calmly in a fast-paced environment.
Manage internal processes on deadlines, keeping internal stakeholders updated.
Participate in the proofreading and editing process.
Mentor junior staff and ensure their adherence to internal processes.
Approaches
Initiative and Ingenuity : Solves problems and follows through.
Collaborative : Consults with others as needed and proposes solutions to keep processes moving.
Political Savvy : Meets clients’ strategic needs and gives sound political advice.
Communications Skills : Communicates clearly, concisely, staying on message.
Attention to Detail : Notices and fixes errors and learns from them.
Adaptable : Acknowledges being a support teammate (both internal and external) is essential to success.
Comfortable Multi-tasking : Prioritizes work and is able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Compensation & Benefits
The salary for this position is set at $90,000 per year. There is also the opportunity for end of election bonuses, based off individual and firm performance. To ensure pay equity across our team, salaries are non-negotiable.
In keeping with our commitment to a healthy workplace, all staff receive the following benefits:
100% employer-paid premiums for health, dental, and vision insurance
100% employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability
Retirement options with 5% employer match
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Reimbursement Arrangement
Employee Assistance Program
Paid sick leave
Equipment and other supplies to furnish your home office
Annual employer-paid membership to One Medical
Deskpass membership and $200 in monthly credits
Click here for additional information about our benefits at Pivot.
Who We Are
A woman-majority owned firm, Pivot is committed to electing democrats up and down the ballot. We are an energetic team of experts specializing in voter communications through direct mail, advanced targeting, and providing strategic guidance to democratic causes, organizations, and campaigns across the country. And we’ve created a workplace that lets us live out our deepest values. Thank you for wanting to join us.
We are proud to work with organizations, including Planned Parenthood, ACLU, Democratic Governors Association, Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, Emily’s List, the AFL-CIO, as well as Democratic candidates throughout the US.
Want to learn more? Find us on social media @the_pivot_group or visit our website www.thepivot.com
Diversity & EEO Statement
Pivot is committed to building a team of people with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Women, people of color, immigrants, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ people, gender non-conforming people, and people from low-income backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
Pivot follows all Equal Employment Opportunity Policies and employs personnel without regard to: race, ethnic or religious background, descent or nationality, sexual orientation, gender, gender identification, physical or mental disability, marital status, age, height, weight, or military service. This policy applies to employment, internships, internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, terminations, relationships with vendors, use of contractors and consultants and in dealing with the general public.
Accessibility
If you require an accommodation to complete any part of our hiring process, please contact us at 202-524-0048 or jobs@thepivot.com .
The Director, Communications sets and guides the strategy for all AIDS Foundation Chicago (AFC) and Center for Housing and Health (CHH) communications in collaboration with AFC leadership, including but not limited to, digital media, public relations, messaging, annual reports, strategic communication and collateral development to consistently articulate AFC and CHH’s missions, visions and connect with key audiences. This includes programmatic, policy, fundraising, organizational-wide communications, among other areas. This role leads an editorial, digital and design team at AFC that produces a variety of award-winning communications to publicize AFC’s work and impact. This leader pursues opportunities to build relationships between AFC and strategic partners to create collaborative strength to achieve health equity and justice. They also provide occasional capacity-building, training and thought-leadership to organizations.
The salary range for this role is $66,000 to $77,700.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Develop, implement, and evaluate campaign strategy to connect with the organization's audiences, in collaboration with AFC’s leadership team and constituents
• Lead and supervise a four-person Communications team
• Implement and oversee communication strategies to advance AFC’s policy, development, and programmatic goals from branding and marketing to social media/marketing campaigns with a focus on AFC’s priority communities (communities most impacted by HIV)
• Maintain AFC’s brand standards and organizational identity
• Oversee and contribute to the conceptualization and creation of influential and compelling content (written, designed, video, etc.) that convey the impact of AFC’s work
• Interview individuals and attend meetings to obtain information and data, verify facts, research, or seek technical advice
• Manage numerous deadline-driven projects simultaneously, at varying stages of production
• Draft articles, edits, and proofreads the final drafts; authenticates and corrects data
• Oversee design, videography, and photography projects
• Serve as project manager and executive editor on production of AFC’s print and electronic newsletters, annual report, and direct mail letters
• Oversee content updates on AFC websites as well as the agency’s social media accounts
• Oversee updates made to AFC and CHH’s websites
• Oversee development and maintenance of AFC’s branding and style guides
• Seek guidance for complex problems from the Chief Officer of External Relations and the President/CEO
• Independently work on other projects or assignments that present AFC’s work via print and Web venues
• Provides communications leadership and guidance with HIV related work throughout the state of Illinois
• Serving as the primary relationship manager between 10+ different teams including the Center for Housing and Health
• Develop workflows and best practices around communications operations and executing creative work
• Primary manager of vendor relationships including creative and other services
• Builds relationships with stakeholders at AFC current or prospective partner organizations in order to strengthen ties, build collaborative opportunities, and mobilize communities
• Serves as a thought leader and strategist within the digital marketing and communications realm at organization-wide, local and/or national levels
• Support the implementation and communication about AFC’s Race Equity Action Plan
• Provides guidance and direction to AFC departments, project leads and Senior Leadership Team related to digital marketing and engagement, and community engagement overall
Staff Supervision
• Hire, train, mentor and supervise assigned staff; including assisting with recruitment, selection, scheduling and job assignments, mentoring/coaching, staff development and training, performance evaluation, and recommending salary, disciplinary and other personnel actions in accord with personnel procedures
• Provide professional development opportunities and guidance to each team member to strengthen their skill sets and job satisfaction
• Meet regularly with assigned staff to identify priorities, discuss strategies, and review ongoing projects
Other
• Assist with agency-wide activities as directed, including Annual Meeting, AIDS Run & Walk Chicago, World of Chocolate and others
• Assist with other AFC activities as requested
The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assignment of duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Graphic Design Specialist, Digital Communications Specialist, Communications Manager and indirectly Policy Communications Specialists and interns.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
• A Master’s Degree with 7 years of experience, a Bachelor’s Degree in English, Journalism or Communications with at least 8 years of communications leadership/management experience,
• or high school diploma with 10 years of experience, ideally in an “in-house” leadership role (manager of multiple full-time staff members) within a complex (number and variety of constituents and departments) nonprofit entity.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Exceptionally strong written and verbal communication skills coupled with presentation skills
• Solid ability to prioritize, plan, and coordinate work activities, and manage resources so that work
• objectives are accomplished efficiently, in addition to having strong time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to make reasoned judgments that are logical and well thought out
• Strong coaching and development skills as a supervisor of multiple individuals including the ability to train, coach, and develop employees
• Strong leadership skills working with Senior Leadership Teams, Boards and Committees
• Digital organizing and community mobilization skills
• Understanding of communications innovations, particularly on the digital front
• Understanding of policy, advocacy, programmatic work and revenue generation
• Solid interpersonal skills along with the ability and willingness to respect and value the differences and perceptions of different groups/individuals to establish and maintain interpersonal and professional relationships internally and externally
• Ability to effectively, accurately, and articulately present AFC information and respond to questions from groups of funders, staff, and the general public on a variety of issues related to agency programs, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
• Understanding of nonprofit accounting issues on a system basis, and the ability to effectively manage multiple funding areas.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
None.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands are representative of those found in a general office environment. Tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (20-25 pounds.) Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.
Jun 27, 2023
Full time
The Director, Communications sets and guides the strategy for all AIDS Foundation Chicago (AFC) and Center for Housing and Health (CHH) communications in collaboration with AFC leadership, including but not limited to, digital media, public relations, messaging, annual reports, strategic communication and collateral development to consistently articulate AFC and CHH’s missions, visions and connect with key audiences. This includes programmatic, policy, fundraising, organizational-wide communications, among other areas. This role leads an editorial, digital and design team at AFC that produces a variety of award-winning communications to publicize AFC’s work and impact. This leader pursues opportunities to build relationships between AFC and strategic partners to create collaborative strength to achieve health equity and justice. They also provide occasional capacity-building, training and thought-leadership to organizations.
The salary range for this role is $66,000 to $77,700.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Develop, implement, and evaluate campaign strategy to connect with the organization's audiences, in collaboration with AFC’s leadership team and constituents
• Lead and supervise a four-person Communications team
• Implement and oversee communication strategies to advance AFC’s policy, development, and programmatic goals from branding and marketing to social media/marketing campaigns with a focus on AFC’s priority communities (communities most impacted by HIV)
• Maintain AFC’s brand standards and organizational identity
• Oversee and contribute to the conceptualization and creation of influential and compelling content (written, designed, video, etc.) that convey the impact of AFC’s work
• Interview individuals and attend meetings to obtain information and data, verify facts, research, or seek technical advice
• Manage numerous deadline-driven projects simultaneously, at varying stages of production
• Draft articles, edits, and proofreads the final drafts; authenticates and corrects data
• Oversee design, videography, and photography projects
• Serve as project manager and executive editor on production of AFC’s print and electronic newsletters, annual report, and direct mail letters
• Oversee content updates on AFC websites as well as the agency’s social media accounts
• Oversee updates made to AFC and CHH’s websites
• Oversee development and maintenance of AFC’s branding and style guides
• Seek guidance for complex problems from the Chief Officer of External Relations and the President/CEO
• Independently work on other projects or assignments that present AFC’s work via print and Web venues
• Provides communications leadership and guidance with HIV related work throughout the state of Illinois
• Serving as the primary relationship manager between 10+ different teams including the Center for Housing and Health
• Develop workflows and best practices around communications operations and executing creative work
• Primary manager of vendor relationships including creative and other services
• Builds relationships with stakeholders at AFC current or prospective partner organizations in order to strengthen ties, build collaborative opportunities, and mobilize communities
• Serves as a thought leader and strategist within the digital marketing and communications realm at organization-wide, local and/or national levels
• Support the implementation and communication about AFC’s Race Equity Action Plan
• Provides guidance and direction to AFC departments, project leads and Senior Leadership Team related to digital marketing and engagement, and community engagement overall
Staff Supervision
• Hire, train, mentor and supervise assigned staff; including assisting with recruitment, selection, scheduling and job assignments, mentoring/coaching, staff development and training, performance evaluation, and recommending salary, disciplinary and other personnel actions in accord with personnel procedures
• Provide professional development opportunities and guidance to each team member to strengthen their skill sets and job satisfaction
• Meet regularly with assigned staff to identify priorities, discuss strategies, and review ongoing projects
Other
• Assist with agency-wide activities as directed, including Annual Meeting, AIDS Run & Walk Chicago, World of Chocolate and others
• Assist with other AFC activities as requested
The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assignment of duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Graphic Design Specialist, Digital Communications Specialist, Communications Manager and indirectly Policy Communications Specialists and interns.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
• A Master’s Degree with 7 years of experience, a Bachelor’s Degree in English, Journalism or Communications with at least 8 years of communications leadership/management experience,
• or high school diploma with 10 years of experience, ideally in an “in-house” leadership role (manager of multiple full-time staff members) within a complex (number and variety of constituents and departments) nonprofit entity.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Exceptionally strong written and verbal communication skills coupled with presentation skills
• Solid ability to prioritize, plan, and coordinate work activities, and manage resources so that work
• objectives are accomplished efficiently, in addition to having strong time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to make reasoned judgments that are logical and well thought out
• Strong coaching and development skills as a supervisor of multiple individuals including the ability to train, coach, and develop employees
• Strong leadership skills working with Senior Leadership Teams, Boards and Committees
• Digital organizing and community mobilization skills
• Understanding of communications innovations, particularly on the digital front
• Understanding of policy, advocacy, programmatic work and revenue generation
• Solid interpersonal skills along with the ability and willingness to respect and value the differences and perceptions of different groups/individuals to establish and maintain interpersonal and professional relationships internally and externally
• Ability to effectively, accurately, and articulately present AFC information and respond to questions from groups of funders, staff, and the general public on a variety of issues related to agency programs, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
• Understanding of nonprofit accounting issues on a system basis, and the ability to effectively manage multiple funding areas.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
None.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands are representative of those found in a general office environment. Tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (20-25 pounds.) Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.
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 has an exciting opportunity for an executive-level Information Solutions strategist and proven technology team leader who is looking to leverage their experience and passion for technology services to protect, preserve, and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations.
As the Chief Information Officer (CIO) for Ecology, this position is highly visible and reports directly to the Director of Ecology to achieve our mission by aligning and directing the agency's Information Technology (IT) capability and capacity to achieve our business strategies.
This position plays a significant role within the agency's executive leadership team and serves as the chair of Ecology's IT Governance Committee, working with key business and operational stakeholders across the agency. It also plays a critical role within the State IT enterprise, representing Ecology on State IT boards, and working closely with the Office of the Chief Information Officer, State of Washington Technology Services (WaTech), Office of Financial Management, local and federal agencies, Tribal entities, private vendors, legislative staff, and other state agencies for all things related to information technology.
This is a fast-paced and challenging position for a proven information services integration leader. It is an opportunity to provide leadership to a successful IT senior-level management team that develops and executes strategic plans around agency-wide information services and initiatives ensuring a service-oriented experience with internal customers. This executive will lead a team of more than 110 employees, plus additional IT contractors.
This position is located in our headquarters office in Lacey, Washington .
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 May 13, 2022 . In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before May 12, 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
What you will be doing:
Director of the Information Technology Services Office (ITSO) The Chief Information Officer is responsible for 110+ full-time employees and has six (6) direct reports, the highest of which are Senior IT Managers overseeing business services, architecture design, infrastructure, operations, and project management and planning. This position is the appointing authority for all new hires, approves all personnel actions and oversees the performance management direction. This position is responsible for the:
Development of biennial spending plans based on strategic priorities.
Development of a cost allocation biennial budget based on spending plans and strategic priorities.
$33 million biennial operating budget.
In addition, the CIO has significant responsibilities in purchasing and contracts through delegated authority up to $500,000 on Information Technology contracts, purchases, maintenance agreements, telephone equipment purchases, WaTech and Department of Enterprise Services IT related Service Level Agreements.
Serves as the Chief Technology / Information Officer
This position has the responsibility for IT governance, leadership, development and implementation of the agency's information technology direction, plans, policies and standards. Specifically, this position is responsible for:
Policy and direction for IT related services.
Ensuring agency IT work is done according to policies, standards, and best practices.
Assuring agency and program applications and related investments receive architecture reviews to facilitate cross-media data integration, consistency and reuse of application components thereby ensuring application investments align with agency and state strategic priorities.
Ensuring agency IT staff are developing applications using a consistent methodology, standards and best practices.
Measuring and evaluating the performance of computer and network systems, including the design and implementation of new methods, policies and procedures for the best use of resources (people, software, and hardware).
Who are we looking for ?
We are searching for an innovator with impeccable leadership skills that is ready to team with a large group of dedicated professionals committed to meeting the evolving information technology needs of a large agency. 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:
Strong communication and problem solving skills
Collaborative and inclusive approach
Commitment to the highest quality products and information technology services
Ability to leverage the creativity and innovation of others to deliver services, problem solve and improve processes.
A Key Member of Ecology's Executive Management Team This position is a key member of the agency's Executive Management Team, with responsibility for:
Managing the agency's strategic planning and direction for Ecology's IT related services.
Developing and implementing Ecology's statewide Information Services policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards pertaining to Ecology's IT infrastructure, application, and data architecture.
Representing the agency with WaTech, Office of the CIO, OFM, other state agencies, federal agencies, local governments, tribal entities, private vendors, and legislative staff on agency IT related matters.
Representing the agency in IT consults, investment plans, and architecture reviews with Office of the CIO and WaTech to ensure that network, desktop, and infrastructure investments are consistent with statewide strategic direction.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, educational and volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify.
Eleven (11) years of experience and/or education:
Experience : with increasing responsibilities for managing and supporting professional information technology services and solutions that span multiple functional areas (application development and maintenance, GIS, server operations, infrastructure, IT security, enterprise architecture, network/desktop services, project management, etc.). which includes the following:
Five (5) years of professional level supervisory responsibility, including experience-managing supervisors.
Providing direction to mid-level managers and supervisors which included coaching, training, recruitment, evaluation, and performance.
Providing oversight of a program's diverse functions combining and directing all aspects to meet overall program objectives.
A minimum of five (5) years of budget management experience.
A minimum of three (3) years of strategic planning experience (annual or biennial based business plan) including the ability to conceptualize and articulate the future direction of a program.
Please note: Experience in each of the areas may have been gained concurrently.
Education: in Business Administration , Public Administration, Information Technology or Governance, Environmental Science, Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics ( STEM ) or other related fields.
All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position:
Possible Combinations | College credit hours or degree | Years of required experience - as listed above
Combination 1 | No college credit hours or degree. | 11 years of experience
Combination 2 | 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits. | 10 years of experience
Combination 3 | 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree). | 9 years of experience
Combination 4 | 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits. | 8 years of experience
Combination 5 | A Bachelor's Degree. | 7 years of experience
Combination 6 | A Master’s Degree or higher. | 5 years of experience
Desired Qualifications:
We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Project Management certification and/or organization skills and understanding of the unique aspects of sponsoring a project and supporting enterprise wide projects.
Change Management certification and knowledge/experience leading work with understanding the human element of organizational change.
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 Heather Bartlett at: Heather.Bartlett@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not contact Heather 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 .
Apr 29, 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 has an exciting opportunity for an executive-level Information Solutions strategist and proven technology team leader who is looking to leverage their experience and passion for technology services to protect, preserve, and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations.
As the Chief Information Officer (CIO) for Ecology, this position is highly visible and reports directly to the Director of Ecology to achieve our mission by aligning and directing the agency's Information Technology (IT) capability and capacity to achieve our business strategies.
This position plays a significant role within the agency's executive leadership team and serves as the chair of Ecology's IT Governance Committee, working with key business and operational stakeholders across the agency. It also plays a critical role within the State IT enterprise, representing Ecology on State IT boards, and working closely with the Office of the Chief Information Officer, State of Washington Technology Services (WaTech), Office of Financial Management, local and federal agencies, Tribal entities, private vendors, legislative staff, and other state agencies for all things related to information technology.
This is a fast-paced and challenging position for a proven information services integration leader. It is an opportunity to provide leadership to a successful IT senior-level management team that develops and executes strategic plans around agency-wide information services and initiatives ensuring a service-oriented experience with internal customers. This executive will lead a team of more than 110 employees, plus additional IT contractors.
This position is located in our headquarters office in Lacey, Washington .
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 May 13, 2022 . In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before May 12, 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
What you will be doing:
Director of the Information Technology Services Office (ITSO) The Chief Information Officer is responsible for 110+ full-time employees and has six (6) direct reports, the highest of which are Senior IT Managers overseeing business services, architecture design, infrastructure, operations, and project management and planning. This position is the appointing authority for all new hires, approves all personnel actions and oversees the performance management direction. This position is responsible for the:
Development of biennial spending plans based on strategic priorities.
Development of a cost allocation biennial budget based on spending plans and strategic priorities.
$33 million biennial operating budget.
In addition, the CIO has significant responsibilities in purchasing and contracts through delegated authority up to $500,000 on Information Technology contracts, purchases, maintenance agreements, telephone equipment purchases, WaTech and Department of Enterprise Services IT related Service Level Agreements.
Serves as the Chief Technology / Information Officer
This position has the responsibility for IT governance, leadership, development and implementation of the agency's information technology direction, plans, policies and standards. Specifically, this position is responsible for:
Policy and direction for IT related services.
Ensuring agency IT work is done according to policies, standards, and best practices.
Assuring agency and program applications and related investments receive architecture reviews to facilitate cross-media data integration, consistency and reuse of application components thereby ensuring application investments align with agency and state strategic priorities.
Ensuring agency IT staff are developing applications using a consistent methodology, standards and best practices.
Measuring and evaluating the performance of computer and network systems, including the design and implementation of new methods, policies and procedures for the best use of resources (people, software, and hardware).
Who are we looking for ?
We are searching for an innovator with impeccable leadership skills that is ready to team with a large group of dedicated professionals committed to meeting the evolving information technology needs of a large agency. 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:
Strong communication and problem solving skills
Collaborative and inclusive approach
Commitment to the highest quality products and information technology services
Ability to leverage the creativity and innovation of others to deliver services, problem solve and improve processes.
A Key Member of Ecology's Executive Management Team This position is a key member of the agency's Executive Management Team, with responsibility for:
Managing the agency's strategic planning and direction for Ecology's IT related services.
Developing and implementing Ecology's statewide Information Services policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards pertaining to Ecology's IT infrastructure, application, and data architecture.
Representing the agency with WaTech, Office of the CIO, OFM, other state agencies, federal agencies, local governments, tribal entities, private vendors, and legislative staff on agency IT related matters.
Representing the agency in IT consults, investment plans, and architecture reviews with Office of the CIO and WaTech to ensure that network, desktop, and infrastructure investments are consistent with statewide strategic direction.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, educational and volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify.
Eleven (11) years of experience and/or education:
Experience : with increasing responsibilities for managing and supporting professional information technology services and solutions that span multiple functional areas (application development and maintenance, GIS, server operations, infrastructure, IT security, enterprise architecture, network/desktop services, project management, etc.). which includes the following:
Five (5) years of professional level supervisory responsibility, including experience-managing supervisors.
Providing direction to mid-level managers and supervisors which included coaching, training, recruitment, evaluation, and performance.
Providing oversight of a program's diverse functions combining and directing all aspects to meet overall program objectives.
A minimum of five (5) years of budget management experience.
A minimum of three (3) years of strategic planning experience (annual or biennial based business plan) including the ability to conceptualize and articulate the future direction of a program.
Please note: Experience in each of the areas may have been gained concurrently.
Education: in Business Administration , Public Administration, Information Technology or Governance, Environmental Science, Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics ( STEM ) or other related fields.
All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position:
Possible Combinations | College credit hours or degree | Years of required experience - as listed above
Combination 1 | No college credit hours or degree. | 11 years of experience
Combination 2 | 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits. | 10 years of experience
Combination 3 | 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree). | 9 years of experience
Combination 4 | 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits. | 8 years of experience
Combination 5 | A Bachelor's Degree. | 7 years of experience
Combination 6 | A Master’s Degree or higher. | 5 years of experience
Desired Qualifications:
We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Project Management certification and/or organization skills and understanding of the unique aspects of sponsoring a project and supporting enterprise wide projects.
Change Management certification and knowledge/experience leading work with understanding the human element of organizational change.
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 Heather Bartlett at: Heather.Bartlett@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not contact Heather 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 .
Resolution Project
420 Lexington Ave New York, NY 10170
Location: New York, NY
Classification: Exempt, full-time
Reporting To: CEO
Start Date: Immediately
Salary Range: $120,000-$150,000
Work Environment: Hybrid (in NYC office at least 2 days per week)
About Resolution Project
At Resolution Project, we see the spark of passion in young people. We work with them to build it into a lifetime of impact. People do not need decades of experience before they can start making a difference in the world. Especially while young, they have the energy, idealism, and ambition to address complex challenges—today. But they need a community that invests and believes in their leadership. Resolution provides this support to young innovators around the world so they can break barriers and ignite meaningful change.
The Resolution Fellowship is the core of our work. To become a Resolution Fellow, young people first compete in our Social Venture Challenge (SVC), pitching ideas for social enterprises in their communities. Those who are selected become Fellows, receiving seed funding and lifelong support. Resolution is there, even if they evolve or pivot from their original ideas, with global resources, mentorship, expertise, and community, along with a growing network of local partners. These components come together to form a proven model that identifies promising young leaders, launches their first ventures, and sticks with them as they grow.
Since our beginning in 2008, Resolution Project has launched and supported the growth of over 500 Fellows, working across six continents and in over 80 countries. Altogether, our Fellows have impacted the lives of more than 4.6 million people around the globe. Through Resolution Project, young leaders receive unmatched guidance and wisdom from a team of partners, volunteers, and innovative peers around the globe. We remain committed—today and always— to all of our Fellows and to expanding our outreach to lower-resourced communities.
Position summary
Resolution seeks to hire a Director of Development (“Director”) as a frontline fundraiser, department head, and key member of the leadership team. The Director will provide clear vision, leadership, and direction on effective strategies for meeting Resolution’s annual revenue goals ($3.4MM) and growing its revenue potential to support greater impact for years to come. This individual will work closely with the CEO to design fundraising approaches and deploy the CEO and Board for maximum effectiveness. The Director will manage a portfolio of existing corporate and foundation relationships; and identify, cultivate, solicit and steward new individual, foundation and corporate donors. This individual will also oversee existing department systems, staff, and practices to direct scaling efforts. Resolution has a strong Board and Advisory Board in place with whom the Director will partner to cultivate, solicit, and steward donors. The Director will partner with an events consultant, staff, and volunteers to plan, execute, and grow two major annual fundraising events, two large annual campaigns, as well as several smaller events throughout the year. The Director will also work with volunteer leadership to support various fundraising activities for the broader volunteer community. The Director will lead a department including an Assistant Director of Communications, Senior Community Engagement Associate, Development Coordinator, and soon-to-be hired Development Associate, and will be responsible for directly managing 2-3 of these individuals.
This opportunity is perfect for someone who is skilled in fundraising and who thrives at building and sustaining meaningful relationships. The position requires a passionate, detail-oriented, hard-working individual who can set direction, execute on planned activities, and build deep and lasting relationships with donors and team members. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of success in front-line fundraising and will bring the ability to expand on Resolution’s existing base.
The candidate must have a flexible schedule, be prepared to join meetings and conference calls earlier and later than regular business hours – including some weekends – and be willing to travel occasionally.
Key responsibilities
Fundraising Strategy
Work with the CEO to design, execute, manage, and evaluate a comprehensive fundraising strategy that allows the organization to grow and increase our impact.
Develop and deepen relationships with foundation and corporate prospects and partners, and expand Resolution’s network of individual donors.
Grow a scalable, renewable major gifts program.
Design, execute, and assess giving campaigns and donor appeals.
Oversee all fundraising communications strategy for the organization, serving as a thought partner to the Assistant Director of Communications and CEO.
Direct Fundraising
Manage and expand a portfolio of individual donors and prospects with the capacity to make major gifts, leading face-to-face solicitations and other direct engagement, and deploying the CEO to participate in or lead solicitations where appropriate.
Proactively develop goals, strategies, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship plans for each donor, ensuring that each one receives frequent personalized engagement, with the support of the rest of the development team.
Oversee messaging, talking points, proposals, and materials for development activity created by the development and communications team.
Supervise staff members conducting prospect research, donor outreach, Salesforce data management, and creation of fundraising activity reports.
Secure and steward event sponsors.
Leadership
Manage, mentor, and support all Development & Communications staff.
Provide goals and projections to inform the annual budgeting process.
Attend board meetings and work with board members to assist with fundraising objectives.
Represent Resolution at relevant conferences, workshops and meetings.
Actively participate in organization-wide strategy discussions and ongoing conversations as a Department Head.
Foster a collaborative environment and manage cross-organizational relationships.
Lead on special projects as determined by opportunity and need.
Other duties as requested.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate has at least 7 years of demonstrated fundraising experience and success with progressively increasing responsibility.
Experience building and growing a major and HNWI donor program with demonstrated success in revenue growth
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with many constituencies, including board members, corporate partners, donors who are volunteers, family offices and foundations, institutional funders, and ultra-high net worth prospects
Strong network within the philanthropic community
Prior management experience
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with vigilant attention to detail and demonstrated ability to meet high-quality standards
Computer literacy, including extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Suite
Experience with donor database software (Salesforce preferred, but training is available)
Commitment to the principles of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Access, and Learning (outlined here in our DEI statement: https://resolutionproject.org/deistatement/ )
Resolution requires that all staff be fully vaccinated with an FDA or WHO authorized vaccine (or approved for an exemption as a reasonable accommodation due to a medical reason or sincerely held religious belief). Resolution abides by each state’s requirements and acknowledges those may change over time. If moved forward to the phone screen stage, you will have the chance to ask a team member more about this requirement.
Preferred
Experience managing a team and administering a department
Experience working in the social entrepreneurship space and an understanding of the major funders.
Benefits
Resolution does our best to provide a competitive benefits package to our team. Full-time Resolution staff members have access to a range of health plans as well as coverage for dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, covered at 100% for the employee. Full time staff also have access to generous paid time off and robust professional development opportunities. In addition, employees may opt into FSA, HSA, transit check, and other voluntary insurance policies.
Resolution is an equal opportunity employer. The organization does not engage in and prohibits discrimination in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, gender identity, sex or gender (including pregnancy), LGBTQ+ status or sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital or partnership status, veteran status, military service status, or any other characteristic protected by state, local or federal law.
Mar 18, 2022
Full time
Location: New York, NY
Classification: Exempt, full-time
Reporting To: CEO
Start Date: Immediately
Salary Range: $120,000-$150,000
Work Environment: Hybrid (in NYC office at least 2 days per week)
About Resolution Project
At Resolution Project, we see the spark of passion in young people. We work with them to build it into a lifetime of impact. People do not need decades of experience before they can start making a difference in the world. Especially while young, they have the energy, idealism, and ambition to address complex challenges—today. But they need a community that invests and believes in their leadership. Resolution provides this support to young innovators around the world so they can break barriers and ignite meaningful change.
The Resolution Fellowship is the core of our work. To become a Resolution Fellow, young people first compete in our Social Venture Challenge (SVC), pitching ideas for social enterprises in their communities. Those who are selected become Fellows, receiving seed funding and lifelong support. Resolution is there, even if they evolve or pivot from their original ideas, with global resources, mentorship, expertise, and community, along with a growing network of local partners. These components come together to form a proven model that identifies promising young leaders, launches their first ventures, and sticks with them as they grow.
Since our beginning in 2008, Resolution Project has launched and supported the growth of over 500 Fellows, working across six continents and in over 80 countries. Altogether, our Fellows have impacted the lives of more than 4.6 million people around the globe. Through Resolution Project, young leaders receive unmatched guidance and wisdom from a team of partners, volunteers, and innovative peers around the globe. We remain committed—today and always— to all of our Fellows and to expanding our outreach to lower-resourced communities.
Position summary
Resolution seeks to hire a Director of Development (“Director”) as a frontline fundraiser, department head, and key member of the leadership team. The Director will provide clear vision, leadership, and direction on effective strategies for meeting Resolution’s annual revenue goals ($3.4MM) and growing its revenue potential to support greater impact for years to come. This individual will work closely with the CEO to design fundraising approaches and deploy the CEO and Board for maximum effectiveness. The Director will manage a portfolio of existing corporate and foundation relationships; and identify, cultivate, solicit and steward new individual, foundation and corporate donors. This individual will also oversee existing department systems, staff, and practices to direct scaling efforts. Resolution has a strong Board and Advisory Board in place with whom the Director will partner to cultivate, solicit, and steward donors. The Director will partner with an events consultant, staff, and volunteers to plan, execute, and grow two major annual fundraising events, two large annual campaigns, as well as several smaller events throughout the year. The Director will also work with volunteer leadership to support various fundraising activities for the broader volunteer community. The Director will lead a department including an Assistant Director of Communications, Senior Community Engagement Associate, Development Coordinator, and soon-to-be hired Development Associate, and will be responsible for directly managing 2-3 of these individuals.
This opportunity is perfect for someone who is skilled in fundraising and who thrives at building and sustaining meaningful relationships. The position requires a passionate, detail-oriented, hard-working individual who can set direction, execute on planned activities, and build deep and lasting relationships with donors and team members. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of success in front-line fundraising and will bring the ability to expand on Resolution’s existing base.
The candidate must have a flexible schedule, be prepared to join meetings and conference calls earlier and later than regular business hours – including some weekends – and be willing to travel occasionally.
Key responsibilities
Fundraising Strategy
Work with the CEO to design, execute, manage, and evaluate a comprehensive fundraising strategy that allows the organization to grow and increase our impact.
Develop and deepen relationships with foundation and corporate prospects and partners, and expand Resolution’s network of individual donors.
Grow a scalable, renewable major gifts program.
Design, execute, and assess giving campaigns and donor appeals.
Oversee all fundraising communications strategy for the organization, serving as a thought partner to the Assistant Director of Communications and CEO.
Direct Fundraising
Manage and expand a portfolio of individual donors and prospects with the capacity to make major gifts, leading face-to-face solicitations and other direct engagement, and deploying the CEO to participate in or lead solicitations where appropriate.
Proactively develop goals, strategies, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship plans for each donor, ensuring that each one receives frequent personalized engagement, with the support of the rest of the development team.
Oversee messaging, talking points, proposals, and materials for development activity created by the development and communications team.
Supervise staff members conducting prospect research, donor outreach, Salesforce data management, and creation of fundraising activity reports.
Secure and steward event sponsors.
Leadership
Manage, mentor, and support all Development & Communications staff.
Provide goals and projections to inform the annual budgeting process.
Attend board meetings and work with board members to assist with fundraising objectives.
Represent Resolution at relevant conferences, workshops and meetings.
Actively participate in organization-wide strategy discussions and ongoing conversations as a Department Head.
Foster a collaborative environment and manage cross-organizational relationships.
Lead on special projects as determined by opportunity and need.
Other duties as requested.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate has at least 7 years of demonstrated fundraising experience and success with progressively increasing responsibility.
Experience building and growing a major and HNWI donor program with demonstrated success in revenue growth
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with many constituencies, including board members, corporate partners, donors who are volunteers, family offices and foundations, institutional funders, and ultra-high net worth prospects
Strong network within the philanthropic community
Prior management experience
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with vigilant attention to detail and demonstrated ability to meet high-quality standards
Computer literacy, including extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Suite
Experience with donor database software (Salesforce preferred, but training is available)
Commitment to the principles of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Access, and Learning (outlined here in our DEI statement: https://resolutionproject.org/deistatement/ )
Resolution requires that all staff be fully vaccinated with an FDA or WHO authorized vaccine (or approved for an exemption as a reasonable accommodation due to a medical reason or sincerely held religious belief). Resolution abides by each state’s requirements and acknowledges those may change over time. If moved forward to the phone screen stage, you will have the chance to ask a team member more about this requirement.
Preferred
Experience managing a team and administering a department
Experience working in the social entrepreneurship space and an understanding of the major funders.
Benefits
Resolution does our best to provide a competitive benefits package to our team. Full-time Resolution staff members have access to a range of health plans as well as coverage for dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, covered at 100% for the employee. Full time staff also have access to generous paid time off and robust professional development opportunities. In addition, employees may opt into FSA, HSA, transit check, and other voluntary insurance policies.
Resolution is an equal opportunity employer. The organization does not engage in and prohibits discrimination in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, gender identity, sex or gender (including pregnancy), LGBTQ+ status or sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital or partnership status, veteran status, military service status, or any other characteristic protected by state, local or federal law.
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Raleigh, North Carolina
Director of Hispanic/Latinx Policy and Strategy
Salary $56,046.00 - $100,814.00 Annually
Location Wake County/Raleigh, North Carolina area
Job Type Permanent Full-Time, North Carolina Dept of Health and Human Services/ Division/Section Secretary's Office Position
Job Number 20-06198
Closing 9/11/2020 5:00 PM Eastern Division
Description of Work
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, with approximately 18,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs and helping North Carolinians achieve economic independence. The Office of the Secretary consists of the executive team that provides leadership to divisions, programs and offices administered by DHHS and establishes the overarching strategic plan, goals and objectives for the department. The Policy Office provides leadership in consulting, advising, reviewing and approving external and internal policies, directives, and procedures for DHHS. Salary Grade GN15; Salary Range $56,046.00 - $100,814.00 *This is an Exempt Policy Making position* Position Summary DHHS is seeking an experienced candidate that will serve as a key member of the leadership team. The Director of Hispanic/Latinx Policy and Strategy will provide leadership and strategic direction for the design and implementation of strategies to ensure that the Department’s priority initiatives, particularly those related to the COVID-19 pandemic, are created in partnership with the Hispanic/Latinx community. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engaging and partnering with Hispanic/Latinx communities to maximize program effectiveness. Job Specific Responsibilities
Build trusted advisor relationships with DHHS leaders to elevate and embed strategies across work streams that meet the needs of Hispanic/Latinx people in North Carolina.
Proactively identify, define, and champion new opportunities for engaging and partnering with Hispanic/Latinx communities to build comprehensive, cross-system strategies to improve the health, safety and well-being of Hispanic/Latinx people.
Develop key performance indicators to track the effectiveness of DHHS’s Hispanic/Latinx strategy and the impact of our priority initiatives on Hispanic/Latinx populations.
Lead the ongoing development of a stakeholder engagement plan to drive DHHS’s work with Hispanic/Latinx stakeholder groups.
Work closely to develop, implement, and measure the success of a variety of engagement strategies including: virtual events, meetings between community members and policymakers, briefings, conferences, webinars, email campaigns, and social media chats.
Ensure that communications materials are made available to Hispanic/Latinx stakeholders in a linguistically and culturally competent manner.
Work across multiple divisions and teams to ensure that DHHS policies and initiatives, consider and incorporate the unique needs of Hispanic/Latinx populations into their design, implementation, and rollout.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
To receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified applicants must document on the application that they possess all of the following:
Familiarity and existing relationships with NC’s key Hispanic/Latinx stakeholder groups and leaders.
Strong emotional intelligence, interpersonal skills, and cultural competence required to build and maintain authentic, trust-based relationships with external Hispanic/Latinx stakeholders.
Ability to develop, execute, and adapt data-driven initiatives in a fast-paced and fluid environment.
Ability to collaborate across a wide variety of teams and initiatives in a cross-cutting function to ensure that all key DHHS initiatives are informed by a clear vision and strategy to optimize buy-in and effectiveness within the Hispanic/Latinx community
Familiarity with government business processes (e.g., procurement, finance) to operationalize strategies.
Demonstrated ability to translate ideation and problem identification into action and outcomes through creating processes and systems.
Fluency and excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Spanish.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) years of program experience related to the area of assignment, including one year of supervisory program experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Supplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Sep 01, 2020
Full time
Director of Hispanic/Latinx Policy and Strategy
Salary $56,046.00 - $100,814.00 Annually
Location Wake County/Raleigh, North Carolina area
Job Type Permanent Full-Time, North Carolina Dept of Health and Human Services/ Division/Section Secretary's Office Position
Job Number 20-06198
Closing 9/11/2020 5:00 PM Eastern Division
Description of Work
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, with approximately 18,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs and helping North Carolinians achieve economic independence. The Office of the Secretary consists of the executive team that provides leadership to divisions, programs and offices administered by DHHS and establishes the overarching strategic plan, goals and objectives for the department. The Policy Office provides leadership in consulting, advising, reviewing and approving external and internal policies, directives, and procedures for DHHS. Salary Grade GN15; Salary Range $56,046.00 - $100,814.00 *This is an Exempt Policy Making position* Position Summary DHHS is seeking an experienced candidate that will serve as a key member of the leadership team. The Director of Hispanic/Latinx Policy and Strategy will provide leadership and strategic direction for the design and implementation of strategies to ensure that the Department’s priority initiatives, particularly those related to the COVID-19 pandemic, are created in partnership with the Hispanic/Latinx community. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engaging and partnering with Hispanic/Latinx communities to maximize program effectiveness. Job Specific Responsibilities
Build trusted advisor relationships with DHHS leaders to elevate and embed strategies across work streams that meet the needs of Hispanic/Latinx people in North Carolina.
Proactively identify, define, and champion new opportunities for engaging and partnering with Hispanic/Latinx communities to build comprehensive, cross-system strategies to improve the health, safety and well-being of Hispanic/Latinx people.
Develop key performance indicators to track the effectiveness of DHHS’s Hispanic/Latinx strategy and the impact of our priority initiatives on Hispanic/Latinx populations.
Lead the ongoing development of a stakeholder engagement plan to drive DHHS’s work with Hispanic/Latinx stakeholder groups.
Work closely to develop, implement, and measure the success of a variety of engagement strategies including: virtual events, meetings between community members and policymakers, briefings, conferences, webinars, email campaigns, and social media chats.
Ensure that communications materials are made available to Hispanic/Latinx stakeholders in a linguistically and culturally competent manner.
Work across multiple divisions and teams to ensure that DHHS policies and initiatives, consider and incorporate the unique needs of Hispanic/Latinx populations into their design, implementation, and rollout.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
To receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified applicants must document on the application that they possess all of the following:
Familiarity and existing relationships with NC’s key Hispanic/Latinx stakeholder groups and leaders.
Strong emotional intelligence, interpersonal skills, and cultural competence required to build and maintain authentic, trust-based relationships with external Hispanic/Latinx stakeholders.
Ability to develop, execute, and adapt data-driven initiatives in a fast-paced and fluid environment.
Ability to collaborate across a wide variety of teams and initiatives in a cross-cutting function to ensure that all key DHHS initiatives are informed by a clear vision and strategy to optimize buy-in and effectiveness within the Hispanic/Latinx community
Familiarity with government business processes (e.g., procurement, finance) to operationalize strategies.
Demonstrated ability to translate ideation and problem identification into action and outcomes through creating processes and systems.
Fluency and excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Spanish.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) years of program experience related to the area of assignment, including one year of supervisory program experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Supplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.