Thursday, June 6, 2013

Senior Director of Programs, Women Donors Network

WDN seeks a Senior Director of Programs. WDN is a national organization of progressive
women who multiply their energy, their strategic knowledge, and their philanthropic dollars to
build a more just and fair world. WDN offers women philanthropists a supportive community
with a collaborative vision for social, economic, and environmental justice. We implement our
mission by coordinating the work of an expanding group of approximately 180 members who
learn, fund collaboratively, and take action together for greater impact.

We recognize the systemic nature of many of the challenges we face as a society. As such, we
are committed to utilizing an intersectional lens – including race, gender, class and sexual
orientation – in all of our work, from the issues we work on, to the leaders we highlight, to our
own organizational policies and practices.

One of WDN’s nine staff positions is a Senior Director of Programs. The Senior Director is
responsible for the conceptual design, planning and implementation of WDN’s national and
regional programs and organization-wide initiatives, which take many forms. These translate
into an annual calendar of events that respond to members’ interests; implement WDN’s
strategic plan goals of building community and developing women’s leadership both within and
outside of WDN; and address the important progressive issues of our times.

This position reports to the President & CEO and will work closely with her. A Program
Associate and a Program & Communications Manager report directly to the Senior Director of
Programs, and several other staff members participate in WDN’s programmatic work under the
Senior Director’s overall supervision as well. All staff members must demonstrate a connection
with WDN’s mission, have strong personal values and ethics, and want to work as part of a
passionate team.

Primary areas of responsibility include:
Design and Implementation of WDN’s Programs (90%)
• Conceptualize a strategic and visionary programmatic strategy that enriches members’
skills and giving and leverages increasing resources for the progressive movement
• Forge meaningful relationships with and develop leadership opportunities for individual
members who represent a diverse population of progressive, activist women of wealth
• Work with other staff to develop and produce WDN’s “flagship” event, our Annual
Conference
• Envision, plan, and help implement topic-specific national multi-day workshops and
retreats
• Provide overall direction and supervision for WDN’s member-led circle activities, which
are directly managed by other program staff
• Ensure that all of WDN’s programming is infused with our intersectional analysis and
strategy to work toward racial, gender, and LGBTQ justice
• Develop strategic responses to current events and opportunities as they emerge
• Represent WDN and participate on panels at conferences with other organizations
• Design mechanisms to evaluate and fulfill programmatic goals and performance, such
as surveys, focus groups, etc.
• Proactively identify individuals and organizations who represent viewpoints that are
important for WDN members to know about
• Collaborate with ally organizations on joint projects and initiatives that leverage WDN’s
interests and power in pursuit of our shared goals
• Conduct research and analysis for program development
• Work collaboratively with members who share leadership in some WDN activities with
staff
• Identify important niches that WDN can fill given its access to resources, activist
members, and ability to move nimbly
• Help develop and revise program policies for the organization
• Develop and manage program and event budgets
• Manage grant making/funding initiatives, including vetting organizations, developing
dockets, making funding recommendations, and reviewing benchmark documents
Organizational Management (10%)
• Participate as a member of the senior management team to help lead the organization
• Work closely with the President & CEO and the Senior Director of Membership and
Communications in strategizing the rollout of programs and initiatives
• Work with the Board of Directors on relevant committees
• Supervise, mentor, and help provide leadership development opportunities for personal
and professional growth to staff members on the program team
REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS
• Demonstrated values consistent with the mission and vision of WDN
• Creative, strategic, and critical thinking abilities with the skills necessary to analyze
problems and define issues
• Demonstrated accountability for delivering high-quality programs within a budget
• Willingness and ability to demonstrate leadership, build consensus, and mobilize
support in order to move programs forward
• Strong connections with the grassroots, as well as national organizations, to have a
finger on the pulse of the progressive movement and the myriad issues that may be of
concern to WDN
• Experience in community organizing and/or policy development, research, and issue
advocacy strongly preferred
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
• Enthusiasm to take initiative and work independently as well as a desire to lead and
participate in a high-performing team
• Tactful assertiveness and inner strength to manage groups with diverse personalities
• Demonstrated commitment to mentoring, leadership development, and team building
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to organize and manage multiple ongoing initiatives in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility and a good sense of humor
• Good public speaking ability
• At least ten years of experience working in a nonprofit organization, foundation, and/or
women’s organization, with at least five years in a senior leadership role, that includes
supervisory responsibilities
• Ability to work well with people who have diverse interests, backgrounds, and skills
• Bachelor’s degree required; graduate degree preferred
• Willingness to travel

WDN provides highly competitive compensation and excellent health, vacation and retirement
benefits. This position is full-time, exempt, and office based in San Francisco, California.
Telecommuting for all staff members is encouraged one day per week.

Please submit a letter of interest, resume, salary history and salary expectations, and four
references with contact information to fmay@womendonors.org. No calls please.

WDN is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage women, people of color and all abilities
and sexual orientations to apply.

Monday, June 3, 2013

Community Planner, Department of Transportation, FTA (San Francisco)


Region 9, Office of Planning and Project Development,  is recruiting for a Community Planner, GS-0020-9/11/13.  The position is located in San Francisco, CA and  is being  advertised under:
 
Vacancy Announcement : FTA.R9-2013-0002       (Open to all U.S .Citizens).
 
The opening period for this recruitment is today May 30, 2013 through  June 5,  2013.
  
Applicants must apply online.  
 
FTA employees who are interested in consideration should apply to the Merit Promotion announcement to preclude the possibility of serving a new probationary period.  Applicants may view the Merit Promotion announcement at the following link:  https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/344514600
  
All employees may apply to the Competitive announcement (open to All U.S. Citizens).  If selected under competitive procedures, internal permanent applicants may be required to serve a new probationary period.   Applicants may view the Competitive announcement at the following link:  https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/344515100
 
NOTE: FTA employees serving on temporary or term appointments, as well as Attorneys, may not apply for positions under Merit Promotion under most circumstances and would need to apply to the competitive announcement. 

Job Placement Supervisor for Green Energy Training Services (PT), Rising Sun Energy Center

Rising Sun Energy Center, a 501(c)3 non-profit based Berkeley, is seeking a Part Time Job Placement Supervisor for the Green Energy Training Services (GETS) green jobs training program.  
 
POSITION DESCRIPTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Job Placement Supervisor is a goal-oriented position with clear performance expectations.  Under the supervision of the Director of Adult Programs, the Job Placement Supervisor will have the following responsibilities:
Job Placement
  • Meet all job placement goals and outcomes for the GETS program.
  • Interview and assist with screening of applicants to the GETS program.
  • Work closely with Case Manager to plan and teach Professional Skills Development workshops during GETS training on topics such as resume writing, interview skills, and online job searching.
  • Meet with GETS training participants one-on-one during and after GETS training to set employment goals and plan action steps to reach those goals.
  • Reach out to employers to identify job openings.
  • Refer qualified GETS graduates to available job openings.
  • Assist GETS graduates with job applications and preparation for interviews.
  • Talk to employers about available hiring incentives.
  • Assist GETS graduates in identifying further education and training opportunities.
  • Partner with Case Manager to host monthly evening alumni meetings.
  • Coordinate with Rising Sun Energy Services to hire GETS graduates, and to assist crew members with their transition to permanent employment.
  • Assemble weekly job postings email and send to all GETS graduates.
Employer Outreach and Networking
  • Conduct direct in-person and phone outreach to employers in the building performance, HVAC, construction, solar, and related industries.
  • Build strong and lasting relationships with employers in our network.
  • Build and strengthen relationships with local labor unions.
  • Identify and build relationships with employers in new industry sectors.
  • Conduct outreach and recruitment for Advanced GETS classes.
  • Plan and host biannual Employer Council meetings.
  • Write and send a quarterly employer newsletter.
  • Attend industry gatherings and other events where employers will be present. 
Program Administration
  • Collect employment verification (pay stubs) from GETS graduates placed in employment at hire and at 3-month intervals for a minimum of 12 months.
  • Write case notes summarizing meetings with GETS graduates.
  • Maintain up-to-date placement-related paperwork in case files.
  • Maintain a log of employer outreach, positions identified, and GETS graduates hired.
  • Complete and submit regular reports on progress toward placement and employer outreach goals.
  • Other tasks as assigned. 
QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants for this Job Placement Supervisor position will meet the following qualifications:
  • Minimum Requirements: 
    • Bachelor’s degree or proven experience and successful track record in job placement
    • Prior experience conducting employer outreach and job placement activities
    • Knowledge of and experience with the construction and/or energy efficiency sector
    • Outgoing self-starter, demonstrated ability to ‘sell’ GETS graduates to employers
    • Commitment to helping low-income people access employment and work toward economic self-sufficiency
    • Strong desire to work with and serve as a role model for the target population
    • Impeccable commitment to learning, personal growth, and professional conduct 
    • Thorough working knowledge of Microsoft Office and knowledge of or ability to learn Salesforce
    • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Candidates with the following are strongly preferred:
    • Experience placing adults with barriers into employment
    • Experience teaching job readiness workshops
    • Familiarity with hiring incentives and local employment resources
    • Ability to build trust among both employers and participants
    • Organized, able to balance multiple competing priorities
    • Self-directed, hard-working, and with assiduous follow-through
    • Strong attention to detail
COMPENSATION
This is a part time position (20 hours per week).  Paid Time Off and medical benefits are pro-rated.  Work hours are generally between 8:00am and 5:00pm, though some evening and weekend hours will be required.  Salary ranges between $23,000 and $27,000 DOE. 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Submit a resume and cover letter to: Elena Foshay, Director of Adult Programs; getsjobs@RisingSunEnergy.org.  Application deadline is June 7, 2013.

ORGANIZATION

Rising Sun Energy Center, founded in 1994, has evolved from a modest renewable energy education center into a leading green workforce development and retrofit services organization. Our mission is to empower individuals to achieve environmental and economic sustainability for themselves and their communities.  More information about Rising Sun is available at www.risingsunenergy.org
Our adult workforce development program, Green Energy Training Services (GETS), prepares participants for careers in the energy efficiency sector. Rising Sun also established a social enterprise, Rising Sun Energy Services, which provides construction and whole home audit and retrofit services while simultaneously providing graduates from our GETS training program with transitional employment opportunities. 
 
GREEN ENERGY TRAINING SERVICES (GETS)
The GETS program is a 280-hour training consisting of classroom, hands-on, and field components designed to prepare displaced construction workers and adults with barriers to employment for entry-level jobs in the energy efficiency and building performance industries.  GETS training covers basic construction skills, energy auditing and efficiency measure installation, math, job readiness, and life skills.
GETS participants are low-income residents of Alameda and Contra Costa counties.  Some have been unemployed for 3 months or more, others face barriers to employment, including:
    • Limited English proficiency
    • Limited math/literacy
    • No driver’s license
    • Criminal background
    • Lack of stable work experience
    • Single parent
    • Recovering from substance abuse
    • Returning veteran
Before, during, and after training, the GETS Case Manager and Job Placement Supervisor work together to help GETS participants address barriers, find, and retain employment.  Participants also receive weekly job announcement emails and attend monthly alumni meetings.  GETS graduates receive follow-up services for at least one year after completing training.
The GETS curriculum was developed by Rising Sun with significant input from employers and industry experts.  Rising Sun maintains an Employer Council, which serves as our core network of employers.  The Employer Council gives ongoing input into curriculum development, provides industry updates, and serves as the trusted first source for hiring GETS graduates.  In addition to providing training, Rising Sun is committed to supporting growth of the building performance industry.  Employer Council meetings always include presentations of use to business owners.  Many Employer Council members also participate in our Advanced GETS training courses.