Title: Assistant General Counsel
Department : Legal & Strategic Initiatives
Status : Exempt
Reports To: General Counsel & SVP of Strategic Initiatives
Positions Reporting to this Positions: None
Location : Flexible (the employee may work remotely and/or from an LCV office)
Travel Requirements: Up to 5%
Union Position: No
Job Classification Level: M-II
Salary Range (depending on experience) : $99,418 - $140,400
General Description :
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
LCV is hiring an Assistant General Counsel who will be responsible for providing legal counsel and guidance of all LCV family organizations, including a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation, a 501(c)(4) nonprofit corporation, and various political entities. The Assistant General Counsel serves as the primary employment and labor attorney within the Legal & Strategic Initiatives department. They also manage a portfolio of additional issue areas, including immigration, cybersecurity and data privacy, intellectual property and other risk management matters. The ideal candidate brings expertise in key legal issue areas, and is an effective communicator who will embed equity throughout their work.
Responsibilities :
Provide legal counsel on a wide range of employment and labor law issues, including issues related to Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and other federal and state employment laws.
Conduct and assist in internal investigations, in collaboration with the Human Resources team and other departments, including but not limited to, anti-harassment, EEO, and grievances.
Aid the department in responding to immigration, intellectual property, and cybersecurity matters, working with outside counsel as appropriate.
Center racial justice and equity in the design and execution of work, staff engagement, and leadership, and contribute to the goal of becoming an anti-racist organization.
Draft and advise on the content of contractual documents, including consulting agreements, operations-side contracts, nondisclosure agreements, liability and other release forms, severance agreements, as well as review other contracts.
Handle issues relating to interactions with federal and state government agencies relating to employment and employment matters, including subpoenas and information requests.
Track laws, regulations, and litigation that affect the organization's Human Resources and operational policies, and collaborate with the Human Resources team in drafting organizational and personnel policies and procedures in accordance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations, and that apply a racial justice and equity lens.
Develop subject-matter expertise on organizational policies and procedures and deliver training for staff on a variety of topics, with a focus on employment law, that are designed to instill organizational values and accountability.
Monitor activities related to state affiliates and provide guidance on joint activities, including joint employment.
Ensure, as part of broader Legal & Strategic Initiatives Department work and in collaboration with others on the team, that LCV and affiliated entities are in compliance with applicable federal, state and/or local election, tax and corporate laws.
Lead or participate in other special projects and initiatives as assigned.
Help supervise law clerk(s).
Travel up to 5% of the time for staff retreats, training, and conferences, as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
Education: JD degree from an accredited law school; bar membership in good standing in at least one state or the District of Columbia required.
Work Experience: Required - 3 years of legal experience with the range of federal, state, and local laws that govern employment relationships in the workplace, such as anti-discrimination and anti-harassment law, wage and hour law, family and medical leave and sick and safe leave laws, and labor law, as well as with workplace compliance issues such as obligations under express and implied employment contracts and best practices for handling discipline and separations. Experience conducting employment and/or labor investigations in adherence to laws and regulations, corporate policies, and collective bargaining grievance procedures. Preferred - Familiarity with tax-exempt organization law, federal or state election law, and/or immigration law.
Skills: Required - Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to translate legal concepts effectively with non-lawyers. Demonstrates expertise in a variety of legal field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Demonstrated relationship building skills; solid judgment; critical thinking skills; a sense of teamwork and community; ability to handle multiple tasks; highly organized. Ability to participate effectively in fact-finding investigations, present findings and develop related recommendations. Deep understanding of structural and institutional inequity and interpersonal power dynamics and the interplay with our legal system. Demonstrated ability to build relationships with staff at all levels, and to maintain confidentiality and discretion. Strong legal research and writing competencies, including Westlaw competency, with ability to draft, review, revise and edit documents in Word, Excel, Google Drive and PowerPoint. Ability to work under pressure under multiple deadlines. Preferred - Spanish language competency a plus.
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Assistant General Counsel” in the subject line by January 25, 2024. No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org.
Jan 04, 2024
Full time
Title: Assistant General Counsel
Department : Legal & Strategic Initiatives
Status : Exempt
Reports To: General Counsel & SVP of Strategic Initiatives
Positions Reporting to this Positions: None
Location : Flexible (the employee may work remotely and/or from an LCV office)
Travel Requirements: Up to 5%
Union Position: No
Job Classification Level: M-II
Salary Range (depending on experience) : $99,418 - $140,400
General Description :
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
LCV is hiring an Assistant General Counsel who will be responsible for providing legal counsel and guidance of all LCV family organizations, including a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation, a 501(c)(4) nonprofit corporation, and various political entities. The Assistant General Counsel serves as the primary employment and labor attorney within the Legal & Strategic Initiatives department. They also manage a portfolio of additional issue areas, including immigration, cybersecurity and data privacy, intellectual property and other risk management matters. The ideal candidate brings expertise in key legal issue areas, and is an effective communicator who will embed equity throughout their work.
Responsibilities :
Provide legal counsel on a wide range of employment and labor law issues, including issues related to Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and other federal and state employment laws.
Conduct and assist in internal investigations, in collaboration with the Human Resources team and other departments, including but not limited to, anti-harassment, EEO, and grievances.
Aid the department in responding to immigration, intellectual property, and cybersecurity matters, working with outside counsel as appropriate.
Center racial justice and equity in the design and execution of work, staff engagement, and leadership, and contribute to the goal of becoming an anti-racist organization.
Draft and advise on the content of contractual documents, including consulting agreements, operations-side contracts, nondisclosure agreements, liability and other release forms, severance agreements, as well as review other contracts.
Handle issues relating to interactions with federal and state government agencies relating to employment and employment matters, including subpoenas and information requests.
Track laws, regulations, and litigation that affect the organization's Human Resources and operational policies, and collaborate with the Human Resources team in drafting organizational and personnel policies and procedures in accordance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations, and that apply a racial justice and equity lens.
Develop subject-matter expertise on organizational policies and procedures and deliver training for staff on a variety of topics, with a focus on employment law, that are designed to instill organizational values and accountability.
Monitor activities related to state affiliates and provide guidance on joint activities, including joint employment.
Ensure, as part of broader Legal & Strategic Initiatives Department work and in collaboration with others on the team, that LCV and affiliated entities are in compliance with applicable federal, state and/or local election, tax and corporate laws.
Lead or participate in other special projects and initiatives as assigned.
Help supervise law clerk(s).
Travel up to 5% of the time for staff retreats, training, and conferences, as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
Education: JD degree from an accredited law school; bar membership in good standing in at least one state or the District of Columbia required.
Work Experience: Required - 3 years of legal experience with the range of federal, state, and local laws that govern employment relationships in the workplace, such as anti-discrimination and anti-harassment law, wage and hour law, family and medical leave and sick and safe leave laws, and labor law, as well as with workplace compliance issues such as obligations under express and implied employment contracts and best practices for handling discipline and separations. Experience conducting employment and/or labor investigations in adherence to laws and regulations, corporate policies, and collective bargaining grievance procedures. Preferred - Familiarity with tax-exempt organization law, federal or state election law, and/or immigration law.
Skills: Required - Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to translate legal concepts effectively with non-lawyers. Demonstrates expertise in a variety of legal field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Demonstrated relationship building skills; solid judgment; critical thinking skills; a sense of teamwork and community; ability to handle multiple tasks; highly organized. Ability to participate effectively in fact-finding investigations, present findings and develop related recommendations. Deep understanding of structural and institutional inequity and interpersonal power dynamics and the interplay with our legal system. Demonstrated ability to build relationships with staff at all levels, and to maintain confidentiality and discretion. Strong legal research and writing competencies, including Westlaw competency, with ability to draft, review, revise and edit documents in Word, Excel, Google Drive and PowerPoint. Ability to work under pressure under multiple deadlines. Preferred - Spanish language competency a plus.
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Assistant General Counsel” in the subject line by January 25, 2024. No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org.
OVERVIEW
Since 1972, Covenant House has served and advocated for youth and young families experiencing homelessness, human trafficking, and exploitation. Our overarching goal is to end homelessness among youth and young families by helping them achieve housing stability, heal from trauma, tap into their innate resilience, and hone their interests and skills to forge new pathways to independence. This work is carried out across Covenant House sites in 34 cities in the US, Canada, Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.
REPORTS TO: SVP, Latin America with strong dotted line to VP, Programs
PRIMARY FUNCTION OF THE POSITION
The AVP, Latin America Programs will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of CHI’s Program initiatives with our site partners in Latin America and the CHI Latin America team. The purpose of this work is to support and leverage opportunities to improve practice, quality and service delivery and achieve the strongest outcomes possible at individual youth, site and Federation levels. This role will focus on aligning, adapting, and supporting the implementation of Covenant House’s program model and trauma-informed approaches to the Latin America context and areas of focus, including but not limited to residential services, family reintegration, mental health services, education, vocational training, life planning, and specialized services for specific populations of Covenant House youth including survivors of human trafficking and sexual violence, migrants, young families, and youth who identify as LGBTQ. All work in this area will be undertaken with a spirit of collaboration and commitment to partnership with Covenant House site leaders and designed from a strengths-based, culturally sensitive, trauma-informed lens.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Program Strengthening (50%)
Program Model – Collaborate with Latin America sites, the CHI Programs team, and the CHI Latin America team on adapting the Covenant House program model for adoption and implementation at CH sites in Latin America.
Practice Improvement and Innovation – Lead efforts to use data to drive practice improvement and program outcomes at Federation, site and youth levels.
Training – Adapt and further develop training materials for the program model, migration and human trafficking screening projects, as well as other trainings and resources aligned with Latin America programming; train Latin America sites to implement a train-the-trainer model.
Program Resources – Develop a resource library on SharePoint where program resources and training materials can be compiled and accessed by CH sites in Latin America.
Professional Development – Collaborate on the development, roll out and implementation of CHI’s Learning Management System with CH sites in Latin America , building out training content in the system for site staff in Latin America.
Best Practice Sharing – Coordinate and lead regular Latin America Program Director meetings and other Latin America specific learning communities; collaborate on planning for the Program Leadership Retreat & Latin America retreats, and develop additional mechanisms through which best practices can be shared and promoted across our sites in Latin America and the larger CH Federation.
Evaluation – Collaborate with the Research, Evaluation and Learning team on the development and implementation of new program outcome measures at CH sites in Latin America as well as all program evaluation activities, including monitoring program related requirements and outcomes for government and foundation grants.
Site Support – Develop and lead onboarding activities for new Program Directors at CH sites in Latin America.
Development and Thought Leadership (35%)
Fundraising – Serve as technical lead on programmatic aspects of grant proposals and reports with CHI’s Foundations and Corporations teams and support Casa-led proposals as needed.
Presentations & Publications – Prepare and contribute to external publications and other efforts to position CHI as a leading expert and thought leader in the sector and participate in conferences to raise visibility of Casa learnings and expertise.
Other Duties (15%) – As assigned by the SVP, Latin America and VP, Programs and may include program activities and trainings in support of CH sites in the U.S. and Canada.
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
Mission driven orientation with exceptional partnership and collaboration skills and a strong commitment to Covenant House’s cause
Bilingual/ bicultural – Spanish-English required
Bachelor’s Degree in social work, public health, nonprofit administration, or program related field ; m aster’s Degree or equivalent is preferred, experience with mental health programming also preferred
8 or more years of program leadership experience in social service administration , preferably in youth homeless services
Extensive experience working and living in the Latin America region with strong understanding of social, political, cultural, and economic context
Deep expertise with program design, content development, and program dissemination at scale and in the Latin America region required
Program experience in the areas of migration, human trafficking, mental health and/or family engagement strongly preferred
Exceptional leadership, management, organizational and interpersonal skills required
Strong analytics and data experience preferred
Exceptional communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills
Experience in developing and delivering training and technical support
Experience in a matrixed organization preferred
Flexible with exceptional judgment and emotional intelligence
Thrives in a fast-paced, fluid environment
Proficient in Microsoft 365
TRAVEL REQUIRED
You may be required to travel for this position, up to 25%
OUR COMMUNITY
Our critical mission demands that we have all voices at the table. A team of diverse people, perspectives, and experiences is smarter, stronger, and more effective for our young people. At Covenant House, every team member is valued, respected, heard, and supported, and we welcome honest and courageous self-reflection on any aspects of our work that are based on biased or outdated viewpoints. We deliberately create opportunities for our staff to grow and thrive.
Covenant House International is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind: CHI is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at CHI are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, family or parental status, disability status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. CHI will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics and encourages all qualified applicants to apply. Come join our awesome international team in an organization with a heart! Our offices are located in Manhattan, however, this position will be remote for the foreseeable future.
Nov 27, 2023
Full time
OVERVIEW
Since 1972, Covenant House has served and advocated for youth and young families experiencing homelessness, human trafficking, and exploitation. Our overarching goal is to end homelessness among youth and young families by helping them achieve housing stability, heal from trauma, tap into their innate resilience, and hone their interests and skills to forge new pathways to independence. This work is carried out across Covenant House sites in 34 cities in the US, Canada, Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.
REPORTS TO: SVP, Latin America with strong dotted line to VP, Programs
PRIMARY FUNCTION OF THE POSITION
The AVP, Latin America Programs will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of CHI’s Program initiatives with our site partners in Latin America and the CHI Latin America team. The purpose of this work is to support and leverage opportunities to improve practice, quality and service delivery and achieve the strongest outcomes possible at individual youth, site and Federation levels. This role will focus on aligning, adapting, and supporting the implementation of Covenant House’s program model and trauma-informed approaches to the Latin America context and areas of focus, including but not limited to residential services, family reintegration, mental health services, education, vocational training, life planning, and specialized services for specific populations of Covenant House youth including survivors of human trafficking and sexual violence, migrants, young families, and youth who identify as LGBTQ. All work in this area will be undertaken with a spirit of collaboration and commitment to partnership with Covenant House site leaders and designed from a strengths-based, culturally sensitive, trauma-informed lens.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Program Strengthening (50%)
Program Model – Collaborate with Latin America sites, the CHI Programs team, and the CHI Latin America team on adapting the Covenant House program model for adoption and implementation at CH sites in Latin America.
Practice Improvement and Innovation – Lead efforts to use data to drive practice improvement and program outcomes at Federation, site and youth levels.
Training – Adapt and further develop training materials for the program model, migration and human trafficking screening projects, as well as other trainings and resources aligned with Latin America programming; train Latin America sites to implement a train-the-trainer model.
Program Resources – Develop a resource library on SharePoint where program resources and training materials can be compiled and accessed by CH sites in Latin America.
Professional Development – Collaborate on the development, roll out and implementation of CHI’s Learning Management System with CH sites in Latin America , building out training content in the system for site staff in Latin America.
Best Practice Sharing – Coordinate and lead regular Latin America Program Director meetings and other Latin America specific learning communities; collaborate on planning for the Program Leadership Retreat & Latin America retreats, and develop additional mechanisms through which best practices can be shared and promoted across our sites in Latin America and the larger CH Federation.
Evaluation – Collaborate with the Research, Evaluation and Learning team on the development and implementation of new program outcome measures at CH sites in Latin America as well as all program evaluation activities, including monitoring program related requirements and outcomes for government and foundation grants.
Site Support – Develop and lead onboarding activities for new Program Directors at CH sites in Latin America.
Development and Thought Leadership (35%)
Fundraising – Serve as technical lead on programmatic aspects of grant proposals and reports with CHI’s Foundations and Corporations teams and support Casa-led proposals as needed.
Presentations & Publications – Prepare and contribute to external publications and other efforts to position CHI as a leading expert and thought leader in the sector and participate in conferences to raise visibility of Casa learnings and expertise.
Other Duties (15%) – As assigned by the SVP, Latin America and VP, Programs and may include program activities and trainings in support of CH sites in the U.S. and Canada.
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
Mission driven orientation with exceptional partnership and collaboration skills and a strong commitment to Covenant House’s cause
Bilingual/ bicultural – Spanish-English required
Bachelor’s Degree in social work, public health, nonprofit administration, or program related field ; m aster’s Degree or equivalent is preferred, experience with mental health programming also preferred
8 or more years of program leadership experience in social service administration , preferably in youth homeless services
Extensive experience working and living in the Latin America region with strong understanding of social, political, cultural, and economic context
Deep expertise with program design, content development, and program dissemination at scale and in the Latin America region required
Program experience in the areas of migration, human trafficking, mental health and/or family engagement strongly preferred
Exceptional leadership, management, organizational and interpersonal skills required
Strong analytics and data experience preferred
Exceptional communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills
Experience in developing and delivering training and technical support
Experience in a matrixed organization preferred
Flexible with exceptional judgment and emotional intelligence
Thrives in a fast-paced, fluid environment
Proficient in Microsoft 365
TRAVEL REQUIRED
You may be required to travel for this position, up to 25%
OUR COMMUNITY
Our critical mission demands that we have all voices at the table. A team of diverse people, perspectives, and experiences is smarter, stronger, and more effective for our young people. At Covenant House, every team member is valued, respected, heard, and supported, and we welcome honest and courageous self-reflection on any aspects of our work that are based on biased or outdated viewpoints. We deliberately create opportunities for our staff to grow and thrive.
Covenant House International is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind: CHI is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at CHI are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, family or parental status, disability status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. CHI will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics and encourages all qualified applicants to apply. Come join our awesome international team in an organization with a heart! Our offices are located in Manhattan, however, this position will be remote for the foreseeable future.
OVERVIEW
Since 1972, Covenant House has served and advocated for youth and young families experiencing homelessness, human trafficking, and exploitation. Our overarching goal is to end homelessness among youth and young families by helping them achieve housing stability, heal from trauma, tap into their innate resilience, and hone their interests and skills to forge new pathways to independence. This work is carried out across Covenant House sites in 34 cities in the US, Canada and Latin America.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Coordinator, Development Operations reports to the AVP, Development Operations and plays a key role in aligning, organizing and implementing the core aspects of the department’s functions which includes:
Cultivate . Support our efforts to ensure effective supporter cultivation throughout the moves management cycle.
Steward . Participate in the preparation and execution of stewardship plans for supporters across revenue streams including Major Giving, Planned Giving, Corporate and Institutional Partnerships and Special Events.
Collaborate . Partner with Special Events and Development team members on the planning and execution of cultivation and stewardship events. Support the pre-event planning, materials creation, RSVP and registration tracking, event day logistics (in person or virtual) and post-event follow-ups as it relates to the supporter experience.
Process . Support all development operations functions to ensure systems are created, documented and maintained efficiently. Troubleshoot issues, research solutions, and improve processes.
Track . Ensure data regarding prospects, donors and board members is incorporated accurately in all appropriate systems. Develop a mastery of the constituent record management platform.
Organize . Manage projects and tasks in a coherent, collaborative and organized manner.
Learn . Attend internal and external training sessions that are relevant to the position.
Foster Community Culture . With department leadership, execute tasks related to hosting department functions, new hire orientation and department learning opportunities.
Assist . Manage other projects and perform other administrative duties as assigned by department leadership.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Exceptionally detail oriented
Knowledge of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint plus related Google Office Suite apps
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must be a team player, able to work with multiple deadlines and all levels of management
Knowledge of principles and practices of project management and process improvement
Competence with computer technology that aids in the use of software tools, such as fundraising databases
Knowledge of DonorDrive and EveryAction a plus
Excellent writing and interpersonal skills
Occasional travel as needed
Must be passionate about and dedicated to the mission of Covenant House
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
1-3 years of related experience
OUR COMMUNITY
Our critical mission demands that we have all voices at the table. A team of diverse people, perspectives, and experiences is smarter, stronger, and more effective for our young people. At Covenant House, every team member is valued, respected, heard, and supported, and we welcome honest and courageous self-reflection on any aspects of our work that are based on biased or outdated viewpoints. We deliberately create opportunities for our staff to grow and thrive.
Covenant House International is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind: CHI is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at CHI are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, family or parental status, disability status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. CHI will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics and encourages all qualified applicants to apply. Come join our awesome international team in an organization with a heart! Our offices are located in Manhattan, however, this position will be mostly remote for the foreseeable future. On-site work, attendance at events and meetings in Manhattan will be required on an as needed basis .
Oct 13, 2023
Full time
OVERVIEW
Since 1972, Covenant House has served and advocated for youth and young families experiencing homelessness, human trafficking, and exploitation. Our overarching goal is to end homelessness among youth and young families by helping them achieve housing stability, heal from trauma, tap into their innate resilience, and hone their interests and skills to forge new pathways to independence. This work is carried out across Covenant House sites in 34 cities in the US, Canada and Latin America.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Coordinator, Development Operations reports to the AVP, Development Operations and plays a key role in aligning, organizing and implementing the core aspects of the department’s functions which includes:
Cultivate . Support our efforts to ensure effective supporter cultivation throughout the moves management cycle.
Steward . Participate in the preparation and execution of stewardship plans for supporters across revenue streams including Major Giving, Planned Giving, Corporate and Institutional Partnerships and Special Events.
Collaborate . Partner with Special Events and Development team members on the planning and execution of cultivation and stewardship events. Support the pre-event planning, materials creation, RSVP and registration tracking, event day logistics (in person or virtual) and post-event follow-ups as it relates to the supporter experience.
Process . Support all development operations functions to ensure systems are created, documented and maintained efficiently. Troubleshoot issues, research solutions, and improve processes.
Track . Ensure data regarding prospects, donors and board members is incorporated accurately in all appropriate systems. Develop a mastery of the constituent record management platform.
Organize . Manage projects and tasks in a coherent, collaborative and organized manner.
Learn . Attend internal and external training sessions that are relevant to the position.
Foster Community Culture . With department leadership, execute tasks related to hosting department functions, new hire orientation and department learning opportunities.
Assist . Manage other projects and perform other administrative duties as assigned by department leadership.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Exceptionally detail oriented
Knowledge of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint plus related Google Office Suite apps
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must be a team player, able to work with multiple deadlines and all levels of management
Knowledge of principles and practices of project management and process improvement
Competence with computer technology that aids in the use of software tools, such as fundraising databases
Knowledge of DonorDrive and EveryAction a plus
Excellent writing and interpersonal skills
Occasional travel as needed
Must be passionate about and dedicated to the mission of Covenant House
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
1-3 years of related experience
OUR COMMUNITY
Our critical mission demands that we have all voices at the table. A team of diverse people, perspectives, and experiences is smarter, stronger, and more effective for our young people. At Covenant House, every team member is valued, respected, heard, and supported, and we welcome honest and courageous self-reflection on any aspects of our work that are based on biased or outdated viewpoints. We deliberately create opportunities for our staff to grow and thrive.
Covenant House International is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind: CHI is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at CHI are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, family or parental status, disability status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. CHI will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics and encourages all qualified applicants to apply. Come join our awesome international team in an organization with a heart! Our offices are located in Manhattan, however, this position will be mostly remote for the foreseeable future. On-site work, attendance at events and meetings in Manhattan will be required on an as needed basis .
Purpose
The development specialist will work with the University of Texas Libraries (UTL) Director of Development to support the implementation and execution of the fundraising, development and advancement goals and initiatives of LLILAS Benson Latin American Studies and Collections (LLILAS Benson).
Responsibilities
Annual Giving: Implement LLILAS Benson annual giving plan. Serve as point of contact with the Texas Development Annual Giving Team. Efforts are in coordination with programmatic priorities determined by LLILAS Benson Co-Directors, and with fundraising methods and strategies determined by UTL Director of Development.
Gift stewardship and annual giving operations include creating communication plans, coordinating with Texas Development research analysts to develop prospect pools, generating and publishing campaign materials on marketing and fundraising platforms, managing relations with campaign constituents, internal reporting, and other duties as assigned. Annual giving activities are in coordination with the Texas Development Annual Giving team.
Work with UTL Director of Development and College of Liberal Arts (COLA) Development team to support the preparation, editing and organizing of materials for the annual endowment impact report for Benson endowments.
Event and Meeting Management: Provide and oversee logistical support (planning, execution, communication, vendor relations, bookkeeping tasks, etc.) for the LLILAS Benson Advisory Council meetings, Alumni Network, Volunteer Committees, as well as regional or special events to cultivate donor interest in LLILAS Benson.
Draft, edit and review related correspondence, print, and digital materials. Coordinate invitation lists, track RSVP’s, track event engagement/participation in VIP.
Coordinate LLILAS Benson participation in annual giving and What Starts Here events such as Thanks Day, 40 Hours for the Forty Acres, and campaign activities.
As needed and capacity allows, the Development Specialist may provide collaborative support for UT Libraries development events and meetings.
Endowment Management: Drafts gift instruments and process new Benson endowments. Prepares general and customized reports to identified donors. Monitors use of endowments to be in accordance with donor restrictions and university regulations.
Stewardship: Support stewardship of LLILAS Benson donors, in line with strategies and methods set forth by UTL Director of Development (Benson) and COLA CDO (LLILAS).
Data Management: Accurately and efficiently maintain donor information in Texas Development’s VIP database. Provide gift reports to UTL Director of Development, COLA CDO and LLILAS Benson Co-Directors as requested. Participate in meetings with Texas Development Research Analysts.
Administrative Support: Perform administrative duties as needed for development purposes in a professional, service-oriented manner with the UT Libraries Development team, College of Liberal Arts Development team, LLILAS and Benson colleagues, and partners across the university.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree.
At least 3 years of clerical/administrative experience or customer-service experience in a people-centered field
Experience working with or working knowledge of VIP donor database or other customer relationship management (CRM) system. Ability to learn new technology.
Experience creating fundraising or marketing campaigns.
Excellent communication (written and oral) and organizational skills.
Demonstrated ability to multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to interact and communicate with a diverse population of stakeholders, including UT students, faculty, staff, and patrons, using diplomacy and discretion at all times.
Demonstrated ability to manage workflows and problem solve.
Strong commitment to diversity, inclusivity, accessibility, and equity.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in a higher education development office
Demonstrated experience composing, editing, and proofreading correspondence, and working with confidential information.
Project management skills
Diplomacy skills, demonstrated experience building relationships and collaborating across departments
Discretion and experience working with sensitive information
Written and oral proficiency in Spanish.
Research indicates that applicants with marginalized identities are hesitant to apply for positions if they do not meet all of the qualifications. We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleague develop these preferred skills.
Feb 10, 2023
Full time
Purpose
The development specialist will work with the University of Texas Libraries (UTL) Director of Development to support the implementation and execution of the fundraising, development and advancement goals and initiatives of LLILAS Benson Latin American Studies and Collections (LLILAS Benson).
Responsibilities
Annual Giving: Implement LLILAS Benson annual giving plan. Serve as point of contact with the Texas Development Annual Giving Team. Efforts are in coordination with programmatic priorities determined by LLILAS Benson Co-Directors, and with fundraising methods and strategies determined by UTL Director of Development.
Gift stewardship and annual giving operations include creating communication plans, coordinating with Texas Development research analysts to develop prospect pools, generating and publishing campaign materials on marketing and fundraising platforms, managing relations with campaign constituents, internal reporting, and other duties as assigned. Annual giving activities are in coordination with the Texas Development Annual Giving team.
Work with UTL Director of Development and College of Liberal Arts (COLA) Development team to support the preparation, editing and organizing of materials for the annual endowment impact report for Benson endowments.
Event and Meeting Management: Provide and oversee logistical support (planning, execution, communication, vendor relations, bookkeeping tasks, etc.) for the LLILAS Benson Advisory Council meetings, Alumni Network, Volunteer Committees, as well as regional or special events to cultivate donor interest in LLILAS Benson.
Draft, edit and review related correspondence, print, and digital materials. Coordinate invitation lists, track RSVP’s, track event engagement/participation in VIP.
Coordinate LLILAS Benson participation in annual giving and What Starts Here events such as Thanks Day, 40 Hours for the Forty Acres, and campaign activities.
As needed and capacity allows, the Development Specialist may provide collaborative support for UT Libraries development events and meetings.
Endowment Management: Drafts gift instruments and process new Benson endowments. Prepares general and customized reports to identified donors. Monitors use of endowments to be in accordance with donor restrictions and university regulations.
Stewardship: Support stewardship of LLILAS Benson donors, in line with strategies and methods set forth by UTL Director of Development (Benson) and COLA CDO (LLILAS).
Data Management: Accurately and efficiently maintain donor information in Texas Development’s VIP database. Provide gift reports to UTL Director of Development, COLA CDO and LLILAS Benson Co-Directors as requested. Participate in meetings with Texas Development Research Analysts.
Administrative Support: Perform administrative duties as needed for development purposes in a professional, service-oriented manner with the UT Libraries Development team, College of Liberal Arts Development team, LLILAS and Benson colleagues, and partners across the university.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree.
At least 3 years of clerical/administrative experience or customer-service experience in a people-centered field
Experience working with or working knowledge of VIP donor database or other customer relationship management (CRM) system. Ability to learn new technology.
Experience creating fundraising or marketing campaigns.
Excellent communication (written and oral) and organizational skills.
Demonstrated ability to multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to interact and communicate with a diverse population of stakeholders, including UT students, faculty, staff, and patrons, using diplomacy and discretion at all times.
Demonstrated ability to manage workflows and problem solve.
Strong commitment to diversity, inclusivity, accessibility, and equity.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in a higher education development office
Demonstrated experience composing, editing, and proofreading correspondence, and working with confidential information.
Project management skills
Diplomacy skills, demonstrated experience building relationships and collaborating across departments
Discretion and experience working with sensitive information
Written and oral proficiency in Spanish.
Research indicates that applicants with marginalized identities are hesitant to apply for positions if they do not meet all of the qualifications. We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleague develop these preferred skills.
Description
We strongly encourage people of color, transgender and non-binary people to apply. HRC is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone, including non-LGBTQ+ people, to join our team.
The Program
HRC’s Workplace Equality Program leverages a comprehensive portfolio involving research tools, advocacy, and direct consultation on domestic and international LGBTQ+ workplace issues. The team mobilizes the private sector to come in the public square for greater LGBTQ+ equality under the law; conducts innovative research on LGBTQ+ workplace experiences; trains across multinational and regional employers; and is anchored by its flagship benchmarking tool, the Corporate Equality Index. The program also works with an advisory group of business executives and corporate advocates -- the Business Advisory Council -- on special projects. The team’s primary projects include HRC’s Corporate Equality Index, public policy engagement, transgender inclusion, employer engagement and advancing global workplace equality.
Position Summary
The Workplace Equality Program (WEP) Assistant supports the Workplace Equality Program in various ways, including scheduling meetings, managing calendars, completing check requests, managing projects, assisting with mail merges, and more. In addition to supporting the Workplace Equality Program team, this position will provide focused support related to global workplace equality efforts and domestic corporate public policy outreach efforts. Given the global workplace equality program’s focus on Latin America, the ability to read, write and speak in English and Spanish fluently is required.
Position Responsibilities
Assist with administrative support for corporate public policy efforts, including the Business Coalition for the Equality Act and state legislative efforts.
Provides administrative support for the global workplace equality program efforts in Latin America and beyond.
Manages the calendar of program leaders and coordinates the leaders’ travel and scheduling of meetings with internal/external stakeholders.
Ensures smooth and efficient communication across departments through notice and leading of bi-weekly meetings, agendas and minutes; scheduling of conference calls; and maintaining contact lists and databases.
Assists with written correspondence and assists in receiving and returning phone calls.
Manages, as directed, special projects for the WEP team to potentially include research and creating PowerPoint and other presentations, in conjunction with other WEP team members
Completes check requests, publication requests, supplies orders, expense reports, and credit card reconciliations
Helps maintain database including updating contacts and account information
Assists with mass mailing campaigns through mail merge platforms
Supports the annual Corporate Equality Index by assisting with managing and educating stakeholders, assisting with survey validation, survey communications and other activities
Manages events and convenings including invitation and RSVP management, catering, collateral preparation, and ‘day of’ event execution
Other duties as assigned.
Position Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required with one years’ relevant administrative work experience in a professional environment preferred.
Bilingual and able to read, write and speak Spanish and English fluently .
Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, such as managing someone else’s calendar, coordinating travel, balancing competing priorities, etc.
Ability to work quickly and accurately with a high level of professionalism, organization and collaboration required.
Strong initiative, impeccable attention to detail, and the ability to proactively jump in to add capacity where needed.
Ability to handle confidential materials with discretion.
Ability to work individually, with the department and with other departments at HRC
Strong skills with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) and Google Apps (Gmail, Google Docs and Drive).
Familiarity with Salesforce, GMass and Mailchimp is a plus but not required.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated knowledge of LGBTQ+ issues and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. Interest in LGBTQ+ workplace inclusion preferred.
All positions at the Human Rights Campaign may require travel on a regular basis or periodically. Where the need arises for business travel, appropriate compensation as outlined by the Fair Labor Standards Act will apply.
No phone calls or emails, please. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to queries about application status.
Sep 29, 2021
Full time
Description
We strongly encourage people of color, transgender and non-binary people to apply. HRC is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone, including non-LGBTQ+ people, to join our team.
The Program
HRC’s Workplace Equality Program leverages a comprehensive portfolio involving research tools, advocacy, and direct consultation on domestic and international LGBTQ+ workplace issues. The team mobilizes the private sector to come in the public square for greater LGBTQ+ equality under the law; conducts innovative research on LGBTQ+ workplace experiences; trains across multinational and regional employers; and is anchored by its flagship benchmarking tool, the Corporate Equality Index. The program also works with an advisory group of business executives and corporate advocates -- the Business Advisory Council -- on special projects. The team’s primary projects include HRC’s Corporate Equality Index, public policy engagement, transgender inclusion, employer engagement and advancing global workplace equality.
Position Summary
The Workplace Equality Program (WEP) Assistant supports the Workplace Equality Program in various ways, including scheduling meetings, managing calendars, completing check requests, managing projects, assisting with mail merges, and more. In addition to supporting the Workplace Equality Program team, this position will provide focused support related to global workplace equality efforts and domestic corporate public policy outreach efforts. Given the global workplace equality program’s focus on Latin America, the ability to read, write and speak in English and Spanish fluently is required.
Position Responsibilities
Assist with administrative support for corporate public policy efforts, including the Business Coalition for the Equality Act and state legislative efforts.
Provides administrative support for the global workplace equality program efforts in Latin America and beyond.
Manages the calendar of program leaders and coordinates the leaders’ travel and scheduling of meetings with internal/external stakeholders.
Ensures smooth and efficient communication across departments through notice and leading of bi-weekly meetings, agendas and minutes; scheduling of conference calls; and maintaining contact lists and databases.
Assists with written correspondence and assists in receiving and returning phone calls.
Manages, as directed, special projects for the WEP team to potentially include research and creating PowerPoint and other presentations, in conjunction with other WEP team members
Completes check requests, publication requests, supplies orders, expense reports, and credit card reconciliations
Helps maintain database including updating contacts and account information
Assists with mass mailing campaigns through mail merge platforms
Supports the annual Corporate Equality Index by assisting with managing and educating stakeholders, assisting with survey validation, survey communications and other activities
Manages events and convenings including invitation and RSVP management, catering, collateral preparation, and ‘day of’ event execution
Other duties as assigned.
Position Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required with one years’ relevant administrative work experience in a professional environment preferred.
Bilingual and able to read, write and speak Spanish and English fluently .
Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, such as managing someone else’s calendar, coordinating travel, balancing competing priorities, etc.
Ability to work quickly and accurately with a high level of professionalism, organization and collaboration required.
Strong initiative, impeccable attention to detail, and the ability to proactively jump in to add capacity where needed.
Ability to handle confidential materials with discretion.
Ability to work individually, with the department and with other departments at HRC
Strong skills with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) and Google Apps (Gmail, Google Docs and Drive).
Familiarity with Salesforce, GMass and Mailchimp is a plus but not required.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated knowledge of LGBTQ+ issues and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. Interest in LGBTQ+ workplace inclusion preferred.
All positions at the Human Rights Campaign may require travel on a regular basis or periodically. Where the need arises for business travel, appropriate compensation as outlined by the Fair Labor Standards Act will apply.
No phone calls or emails, please. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to queries about application status.
We strongly encourage people of color, transgender and non-binary people to apply. HRC is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone, including non-LGBTQ people, to join our team.
The Program
HRC’s Workplace Equality Program leverages a comprehensive portfolio involving research tools, advocacy, and direct consultation on domestic and international LGBTQ workplace issues. The team mobilizes the private sector to come in the public square for greater LGBTQ equality under the law; conducts innovative research on LGBTQ workplace experiences; trains across multinational and regional employers; and is anchored by its flagship benchmarking tool, the Corporate Equality Index. The program also works with an advisory group of business executives and corporate advocates -- the Business Advisory Council -- on special projects. The team’s primary projects include HRC’s Corporate Equality Index, public policy engagement, transgender inclusion, employer engagement and advancing global workplace equality.
Position Summary
The Workplace Equality Program (WEP) Assistant supports the Workplace Equality Program in various ways, including scheduling meetings, managing calendars, completing check requests, managing projects, assisting with mail merges, and more. In addition to supporting the Workplace Equality Program team, this position will provide focused support related to global workplace equality efforts and domestic corporate public policy outreach efforts. Given the global workplace equality program’s focus on Latin America, the ability to read, write and speak in English and Spanish fluently is required.
Position Responsibilities
Assist with administrative support for corporate public policy efforts, including the Business Coalition for the Equality Act and state legislative efforts.
Provides administrative support for the global workplace equality program efforts in Latin America and beyond.
Manages the calendar of program leaders and coordinates the leaders’ travel and scheduling of meetings with internal/external stakeholders.
Ensures smooth and efficient communication across departments through notice and leading of bi-weekly meetings, agendas and minutes; scheduling of conference calls; and maintaining contact lists and databases.
Assists with written correspondence and assists in receiving and returning phone calls.
Manages, as directed, special projects for the WEP team to potentially include research and creating PowerPoint and other presentations, in conjunction with other WEP team members
Completes check requests, publication requests, supplies orders, expense reports, and credit card reconciliations
Helps maintain database including updating contacts and account information
Assists with mass mailing campaigns through mail merge platforms
Supports the annual Corporate Equality Index by assisting with managing and educating stakeholders, assisting with survey validation, survey communications and other activities
Manages events and convenings including invitation and RSVP management, catering, collateral preparation, and ‘day of’ event execution
Other duties as assigned.
Position Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required with one years’ relevant administrative work experience in a professional environment preferred.
Bilingual and able to read, write and speak Spanish and English fluently.
Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, such as managing someone else’s calendar, coordinating travel, balancing competing priorities, etc.
Ability to work quickly and accurately with a high level of professionalism, organization and collaboration required.
Strong initiative, impeccable attention to detail, and the ability to proactively jump in to add capacity where needed.
Ability to handle confidential materials with discretion.
Ability to work individually, with the department and with other departments at HRC
Strong skills with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) and Google Apps (Gmail, Google Docs and Drive).
Familiarity with Salesforce, GMass and Mailchimp is a plus but not required.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated knowledge of LGBTQ issues and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. Interest in LGBTQ workplace inclusion.
All positions at the Human Rights Campaign may require travel on a regular basis or periodically. Where the need arises for business travel, appropriate compensation as outlined by the Fair Labor Standards Act will apply.
No phone calls or emails, please. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to queries about application status.
Jun 04, 2021
Full time
We strongly encourage people of color, transgender and non-binary people to apply. HRC is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone, including non-LGBTQ people, to join our team.
The Program
HRC’s Workplace Equality Program leverages a comprehensive portfolio involving research tools, advocacy, and direct consultation on domestic and international LGBTQ workplace issues. The team mobilizes the private sector to come in the public square for greater LGBTQ equality under the law; conducts innovative research on LGBTQ workplace experiences; trains across multinational and regional employers; and is anchored by its flagship benchmarking tool, the Corporate Equality Index. The program also works with an advisory group of business executives and corporate advocates -- the Business Advisory Council -- on special projects. The team’s primary projects include HRC’s Corporate Equality Index, public policy engagement, transgender inclusion, employer engagement and advancing global workplace equality.
Position Summary
The Workplace Equality Program (WEP) Assistant supports the Workplace Equality Program in various ways, including scheduling meetings, managing calendars, completing check requests, managing projects, assisting with mail merges, and more. In addition to supporting the Workplace Equality Program team, this position will provide focused support related to global workplace equality efforts and domestic corporate public policy outreach efforts. Given the global workplace equality program’s focus on Latin America, the ability to read, write and speak in English and Spanish fluently is required.
Position Responsibilities
Assist with administrative support for corporate public policy efforts, including the Business Coalition for the Equality Act and state legislative efforts.
Provides administrative support for the global workplace equality program efforts in Latin America and beyond.
Manages the calendar of program leaders and coordinates the leaders’ travel and scheduling of meetings with internal/external stakeholders.
Ensures smooth and efficient communication across departments through notice and leading of bi-weekly meetings, agendas and minutes; scheduling of conference calls; and maintaining contact lists and databases.
Assists with written correspondence and assists in receiving and returning phone calls.
Manages, as directed, special projects for the WEP team to potentially include research and creating PowerPoint and other presentations, in conjunction with other WEP team members
Completes check requests, publication requests, supplies orders, expense reports, and credit card reconciliations
Helps maintain database including updating contacts and account information
Assists with mass mailing campaigns through mail merge platforms
Supports the annual Corporate Equality Index by assisting with managing and educating stakeholders, assisting with survey validation, survey communications and other activities
Manages events and convenings including invitation and RSVP management, catering, collateral preparation, and ‘day of’ event execution
Other duties as assigned.
Position Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required with one years’ relevant administrative work experience in a professional environment preferred.
Bilingual and able to read, write and speak Spanish and English fluently.
Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, such as managing someone else’s calendar, coordinating travel, balancing competing priorities, etc.
Ability to work quickly and accurately with a high level of professionalism, organization and collaboration required.
Strong initiative, impeccable attention to detail, and the ability to proactively jump in to add capacity where needed.
Ability to handle confidential materials with discretion.
Ability to work individually, with the department and with other departments at HRC
Strong skills with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) and Google Apps (Gmail, Google Docs and Drive).
Familiarity with Salesforce, GMass and Mailchimp is a plus but not required.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated knowledge of LGBTQ issues and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. Interest in LGBTQ workplace inclusion.
All positions at the Human Rights Campaign may require travel on a regular basis or periodically. Where the need arises for business travel, appropriate compensation as outlined by the Fair Labor Standards Act will apply.
No phone calls or emails, please. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to queries about application status.
Title: Assistant General Counsel
Department : Legal & Strategic Initiatives
Status : Exempt
Reports To: General Counsel & SVP of Strategic Initiatives
Positions Reporting to this Position: Law Clerk
Location : Flexible
Union Position: No
Job Classification Level : M-I
Salary Range (depending on experience) : $85,000-100,000
General Description :
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
Our over 2 million members, our volunteers and staff, and our more than 30 state affiliates (together, the Conservation Voter Movement) work for a more just and equitable democracy, where people—not polluters—determine our future. This movement is an influential network in Washington, DC, in state capitals, and in communities around the country.
LCV is hiring an Assistant General Counsel who will be responsible for providing legal counsel and guidance of all LCV family organizations, including a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation, a 501(c)(4) nonprofit corporation, a connected federal political action committee, two independent expenditure-only PACs, and two non-federal 527s. The Assistant General Counsel will serve as the primary employment and labor attorney within the Legal & Strategic Initiatives department, joining two attorneys who lead the organizations’ legal compliance and risk management efforts. The role will also manage a portfolio of additional issue areas including immigration, intellectual property, cybersecurity and data privacy, insurance and other risk management matters. The ideal candidate brings expertise in key legal issue areas, and is an effective communicator who will embed equity throughout their work.
Responsibilities :
Act as a key advisor on all employee relations and labor management matters by providing day-to-day legal advice and counseling on a wide range of activities and programs related to employment, labor and human resources matters.
Provide legal counsel on all aspects of employment-related advice, including issues related to Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and other federal and state employment laws.
Conduct and assist in internal investigations, in collaboration with the Human Resources team and other departments, including but not limited to anti-harassment, EEO, and grievances, and help resolve employee relations issues and complaints.
Serve as primary lead within the department for immigration, intellectual property, and cybersecurity matters, working with outside counsel as appropriate.
Center racial justice and equity in the design and execution of work, staff engagement, and leadership, and contribute to the goal of becoming an anti-racist organization.
Draft and advise on the content of contractual documents, including consulting agreements, operations-side contracts, nondisclosure agreements, liability and other release forms, and severance agreements.
Handle issues relating to interactions with federal and state government agencies relating to employment and employment matters, including subpoenas and information requests.
Oversee and coordinate all legal matters handled by outside counsel related to employment, labor, immigration, intellectual property, and cybersecurity matters.
Track laws, regulations, and litigation that affect the organization's Human Resources and operational policies, and collaborate with the Human Resources team in drafting organizational and personnel policies and procedures in accordance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations, and that apply a racial justice & equity lens.
Develop subject-matter expertise on organizational policies and procedures and deliver training for staff on a variety of topics, with a focus on employment law, that are designed to instill organizational values and accountability.
Monitor activities that relate to state affiliates and provide guidance on joint activities, including joint employment.
Lead or participate in other special projects and initiatives as assigned.
Provide and implement suggestions to increase efficiency and effectiveness of office procedures.
Recruit and supervise law clerk(s).
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
Education: JD degree from an accredited law school; bar membership in good standing in at least one state required.
Work Experience:
Required : 2-5 years of legal experience with the range of federal, state, and local laws that govern employment relationships in the workplace, such as anti-discrimination and anti-harassment law, wage and hour law, family and medical leave and sick and safe leave laws, and labor law, as well as with workplace compliance issues such as obligations under express and implied employment contracts and best practices for handling discipline and separations.
Strongly Preferred : Experience conducting employment and/or labor investigations in adherence to laws and regulations, corporate policies, and collective bargaining grievance procedures.
Preferred : Familiarity with tax exempt organization law and issues around employee/cost sharing and joint employment. Familiarity with immigration law.
Skills:
Required - Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to translate legal concepts effectively with non-lawyers. Demonstrates expertise in a variety of legal field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Demonstrated relationship building skills; solid judgment; critical thinking skills; a sense of teamwork and community; ability to handle multiple tasks; highly organized. Ability to participate effectively in fact-finding investigations, present findings and develop related recommendations. Deep understanding of structural and institutional inequity and interpersonal power dynamics and the interplay with our legal system. Demonstrated ability to build relationships with staff at all levels, and to maintain confidentiality and discretion. Strong legal research and writing competencies, including Westlaw competency, with ability to draft, review, revise and edit documents in Word, Excel, Google Drive and PowerPoint. Ability to work under pressure under multiple deadlines.
Preferred - Spanish language competency a plus.
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. A commitment to the complex understanding of racial justice and the urgency of confronting institutional racism and inequity within our political system. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understanding of the ways in which principles of racial justice and equity are vital to addressing climate change effectively.
Conditions: Able to work hours in excess of stated office hours as needed; ability and willingness to travel potentially up to 10% of time. Please note that all LCV staff are currently working remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Assistant General Counsel” in the subject line no later than March 7, 2021. No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace.
Feb 12, 2021
Full time
Title: Assistant General Counsel
Department : Legal & Strategic Initiatives
Status : Exempt
Reports To: General Counsel & SVP of Strategic Initiatives
Positions Reporting to this Position: Law Clerk
Location : Flexible
Union Position: No
Job Classification Level : M-I
Salary Range (depending on experience) : $85,000-100,000
General Description :
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
Our over 2 million members, our volunteers and staff, and our more than 30 state affiliates (together, the Conservation Voter Movement) work for a more just and equitable democracy, where people—not polluters—determine our future. This movement is an influential network in Washington, DC, in state capitals, and in communities around the country.
LCV is hiring an Assistant General Counsel who will be responsible for providing legal counsel and guidance of all LCV family organizations, including a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation, a 501(c)(4) nonprofit corporation, a connected federal political action committee, two independent expenditure-only PACs, and two non-federal 527s. The Assistant General Counsel will serve as the primary employment and labor attorney within the Legal & Strategic Initiatives department, joining two attorneys who lead the organizations’ legal compliance and risk management efforts. The role will also manage a portfolio of additional issue areas including immigration, intellectual property, cybersecurity and data privacy, insurance and other risk management matters. The ideal candidate brings expertise in key legal issue areas, and is an effective communicator who will embed equity throughout their work.
Responsibilities :
Act as a key advisor on all employee relations and labor management matters by providing day-to-day legal advice and counseling on a wide range of activities and programs related to employment, labor and human resources matters.
Provide legal counsel on all aspects of employment-related advice, including issues related to Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and other federal and state employment laws.
Conduct and assist in internal investigations, in collaboration with the Human Resources team and other departments, including but not limited to anti-harassment, EEO, and grievances, and help resolve employee relations issues and complaints.
Serve as primary lead within the department for immigration, intellectual property, and cybersecurity matters, working with outside counsel as appropriate.
Center racial justice and equity in the design and execution of work, staff engagement, and leadership, and contribute to the goal of becoming an anti-racist organization.
Draft and advise on the content of contractual documents, including consulting agreements, operations-side contracts, nondisclosure agreements, liability and other release forms, and severance agreements.
Handle issues relating to interactions with federal and state government agencies relating to employment and employment matters, including subpoenas and information requests.
Oversee and coordinate all legal matters handled by outside counsel related to employment, labor, immigration, intellectual property, and cybersecurity matters.
Track laws, regulations, and litigation that affect the organization's Human Resources and operational policies, and collaborate with the Human Resources team in drafting organizational and personnel policies and procedures in accordance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations, and that apply a racial justice & equity lens.
Develop subject-matter expertise on organizational policies and procedures and deliver training for staff on a variety of topics, with a focus on employment law, that are designed to instill organizational values and accountability.
Monitor activities that relate to state affiliates and provide guidance on joint activities, including joint employment.
Lead or participate in other special projects and initiatives as assigned.
Provide and implement suggestions to increase efficiency and effectiveness of office procedures.
Recruit and supervise law clerk(s).
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
Education: JD degree from an accredited law school; bar membership in good standing in at least one state required.
Work Experience:
Required : 2-5 years of legal experience with the range of federal, state, and local laws that govern employment relationships in the workplace, such as anti-discrimination and anti-harassment law, wage and hour law, family and medical leave and sick and safe leave laws, and labor law, as well as with workplace compliance issues such as obligations under express and implied employment contracts and best practices for handling discipline and separations.
Strongly Preferred : Experience conducting employment and/or labor investigations in adherence to laws and regulations, corporate policies, and collective bargaining grievance procedures.
Preferred : Familiarity with tax exempt organization law and issues around employee/cost sharing and joint employment. Familiarity with immigration law.
Skills:
Required - Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to translate legal concepts effectively with non-lawyers. Demonstrates expertise in a variety of legal field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Demonstrated relationship building skills; solid judgment; critical thinking skills; a sense of teamwork and community; ability to handle multiple tasks; highly organized. Ability to participate effectively in fact-finding investigations, present findings and develop related recommendations. Deep understanding of structural and institutional inequity and interpersonal power dynamics and the interplay with our legal system. Demonstrated ability to build relationships with staff at all levels, and to maintain confidentiality and discretion. Strong legal research and writing competencies, including Westlaw competency, with ability to draft, review, revise and edit documents in Word, Excel, Google Drive and PowerPoint. Ability to work under pressure under multiple deadlines.
Preferred - Spanish language competency a plus.
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms. A commitment to the complex understanding of racial justice and the urgency of confronting institutional racism and inequity within our political system. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understanding of the ways in which principles of racial justice and equity are vital to addressing climate change effectively.
Conditions: Able to work hours in excess of stated office hours as needed; ability and willingness to travel potentially up to 10% of time. Please note that all LCV staff are currently working remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Assistant General Counsel” in the subject line no later than March 7, 2021. No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace.