Thursday, July 17, 2014

SF Institute at Golden Gate Admin Cooridnator - Parks

We're Hiring! 
We wanted to ask for your help spreading the word- we are looking for an administrative coordinator to join our team. This is a wonderful opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career nonprofit professional to grow their administrative and organizational skillset. The role is responsible for ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the organization's office as well as communications content creation (social media, website, etc.). We are looking for someone who is not only able to juggle multiple requests and needs in a fast-paced and highly dynamic environment, but also is ready to take initiative in identifying gaps and finding and implementing solutions.
To learn more about the position and how you can apply, please check out: http://www.parksconservancy.org/about/jobs/Administrative-Coordinator-Institute-at-the-Golden-Gate.html

Monday, July 14, 2014

Student Cons. Corps Youth Program Manager , Oakland


The Student Conservation Association is seeking a Regional Youth Programs Manager in Oakland, CA.

This position will plan, organize, deliver and oversee SCA environmental conservation youth/teen programs in the California/Southwest/Hawaii region of SCA – particularly urban programs in the Bay Area. This role will recruit and place youth and young adults in a variety of programs each year; work with partner organizations to plan service projects and work crews; hire, train and supervise crew leaders and other staff as needed; implement safety protocols; maintain all related documents/files; complete program evaluations and reporting; manage budgets. 
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of job-related experience or 5 or more years of relevant experience. 
  • 2+ years of experience working with youth and young adults; a specific focus of working with urban youth from low-income backgrounds, preferred.
  • 2+ years of program coordination along with experience in environmental/outdoor program leadership or environmental education
  • Demonstrated supervisory and program budget knowledge needed
  • Demonstrated skill and experience in developing curriculum as well as evaluation tools
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to develop and maintain relationships needed
  • Knowledge and experience of Microsoft office
  • Must have access to cell phone for business purposes
  • Bay Area resident or significant knowledge of  area strongly preferred
  • Current Wilderness First Aid and CPR certification required or willing to obtain upon hire
  • Valid driver’s license and MVR that meets SCA standards required; ability to drive 8-passenger vans and other vehicles as required
  • Ability to meet SCA’s criminal background check standards


Essential Functions:
• Recruit, interview, and assist in hiring and/or placing both volunteer and paid youth/young adults for both school-year and summer SCA programs and internships.
• Hire and supervise seasonal staff, including crew leaders (adults) and apprentice crew leader apprentices (youth), and also year round staff (Program Coordinators & Program Assistants)
• Plan and deliver staff training for crew leaders and youth, both for local and national trainings.
• Work closely with students/youth and crew leaders to develop, coordinate and lead youth in regular, ongoing outdoor recreation, environmental education and community service activities.
• Track expenses according to budgets; oversee event and program logistics, evaluation, and reporting.
• Establish and maintain relationships with agency, nonprofit, and municipal partners in the region.
• Order and maintain camping gear, supplies, tools, equipment, and uniforms (inventory, purchase and fix gear and equipment and assure safe and orderly storage).
• Purchase/procure food for program-related camping trips, special events and meetings.
• Drive for work-related errands and activities, including transporting leaders, members, and volunteers.
• Ensure safety protocols for all members and staff. Field emergency/non-emergency calls during business and non-business hours.
• Facilitate a strong teamwork environment with programs team and with other SCA departments.

Salary Commensurate with Experience

Benefits

* Health and Dental * Basic Life Insurance * Short Term Disability * Long Term Disability * Flexible Spending Account * 403(b) Savings Plan * Generous Paid Time Off * Community Service Leave * Casual Dress


SCA is an EOE dedicated to workforce diversity.

For more information about SCA, visit us at www.theSCA.org