First Place For Youth-Join Our Team Video!Are you dedicated to empowering and supporting youth, regardless of their background? We're searching for passionate individuals to make a positive impact on the lives of foster youth. Become an integral part of their transformative journey and join the First Place for Youth team. About First Place for Youth, We're a leading non-profit organization dedicated to supporting foster youth in their transition to adulthood, with a focus on education, employment, and housing. We believe that all young people deserve the opportunity to thrive and lead successful, independent lives. Our comprehensive programs empower foster youth to overcome the unique challenges they face and build the skills, confidence, and connections they need to succeed. Why Work at First Place For Youth: Meaningful Impact: Help to transform the lives of foster youth on the cusp of adulthood. Your role will support them in their journey to conquer challenges, achieve independence, and fulfill their aspirations.Innovative Approach: We thrive on innovation, pushing the boundaries of foster care support. Your voice here matters, and you'll contribute to programs that redefine the futures of these young lives.Collaborative and Supportive Environment: Embrace a dynamic and supportive workplace, where every team member is valued. Together, we're a force dedicated to uplifting youth. Expect professional growth, fueled by teamwork and collaboration.Comprehensive Benefits: We value the well-being of our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package. From health and wellness benefits to retirement plans, we ensure that our team members are taken care of so they can focus on their important work supporting foster youth.Culture of Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate diversity in every form. At First Place for Youth, inclusivity reigns, creating a workplace where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered.POSITION SUMMARY:The Vice President of People (VP of People) is a strategic, results-oriented senior leader responsible for building and executing a comprehensive people and culture function across the organization. Reporting to the CEO, the VP of People serves as a trusted advisor to leadership and a champion for employees at all levels. This role owns the full people lifecycle - from talent acquisition and onboarding through compensation, performance management, and retention - while ensuring the organization remains compliant, competitive as an employer, and positioned to scale. The VP of People will bring a people-centered, data-informed mindset, sound judgment, and the operational rigor needed to build best-in-class people systems in a mission-driven, multi-site environment. At First Place, our people are our program. The VP of People will be the steward of an organizational culture where every staff member feels seen, supported, and connected to the mission - understanding that how we care for our team directly shapes how we show up for the young people we serve. DUTIES + RESPONSIBILITIES: Strategy and Organizational Leadership Develop and execute a multi-year people and culture strategy aligned with First Place's mission, organizational goals, and growth plans.Serve as a key member of the Leadership Team, providing strategic guidance on workforce planning, organizational design, people risk and wellbeing, and initiatives that strengthen our team and culture.Use workforce data and people metrics to surface insights, spot trends, and continuously improve the employee experience and organizational outcomes. Represent the organization's people and culture function externally, helping position First Place as an employer of choice in the nonprofit sector.Champion a culture of belonging, psychological safety, and continuous learning - modeling the values and behaviors that make First Place a place where people thrive. Talent Acquisition and Onboarding Own the strategy and standards for full-cycle recruiting and hiring across all roles and locations, ensuring consistency, equity, and alignment with organizational values.Develop structured screening and interview frameworks to ensure values-aligned rigorous and equitable candidate evaluation.Oversee a comprehensive onboarding program that builds genuine connection, cultural belonging, and early momentum for new hires.Build and maintain talent pipelines and employer branding strategies to attract mission-aligned, high-quality candidates.Ensure the candidate experience reflects First Place's values - treating every applicant with care and transparency regardless of outcome. Compensation and Benefits Design and manage a competitive total compensation philosophy including salary structures, incentive programs, and employee benefits that reflect our commitment to valuing our people.Lead annual compensation review processes to ensure pay equity, market alignment, and fiscal responsibility.Oversee benefits administration, vendor relationships, and open enrollment while ensuring compliance with federal and California regulations.Advocate internally for compensation and benefits that reduce financial stress and enable staff to show up fully to their work. Employee Experience, Belonging, and Culture Design and lead a holistic employee experience strategy - from day one through career growth - informed by engagement surveys, stay conversations, and exit insights.Partner with leaders and managers to foster a positive, high-performing workplace culture rooted in First Place's core values and address employee relations matters with care and equity.Identify systemic drivers of turnover and implement targeted solutions to improve wellbeing, connection, and retention.Build programs and rituals that celebrate staff contributions, deepen team connection, and reinforce a sense of shared purpose across sites. Performance Management and Talent Development Lead organization-wide performance management systems including goal-setting, review cycles, and calibration processes designed to support growth, not just evaluation.Partner with department leaders on professional development pathways, leadership development, and succession planning that invest meaningfully in staff at every level.Provide coaching and guidance to managers on strengths-based feedback, constructive accountability, and employee growth.Create development opportunities that help staff build toward their aspirations, not just the needs of their current role. People Operations, Compliance, and Risk Management Set the organization's compliance framework and risk management approach across all operating locations, with the Director of HR leading day-to-day implementation and monitoring.Own the strategic direction for people policies and the employee handbook, delegating drafting, updating, and maintenance to the HR team while ensuring final approval and organizational alignment. Provide strategic oversight of people systems (HRIS) and ensure the HR team maintains accurate personnel records, confidentiality standards, and operational efficiency. Establish standards for employee relations investigations and serve as escalation point for complex or high-risk matters, with the Director of HR managing investigations day-to-day. Cross-Functional Collaboration and Team Leadership Partner with Finance on payroll coordination, headcount planning, and budgeting for people-related expenses.Collaborate with Operations on policies and compliance initiatives that impact staff, including workplace safety and regulatory programs such as the Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (WVPP).Work closely with Program and Development teams to ensure people processes support the needs of diverse programs and funding structures.Lead and develop the HR team through direct management of the Director of HR, setting clear goals, providing ongoing feedback, and creating conditions for the team to do its best work.QUALIFICATIONS:People Leadership: 8+ years of progressive HR, people, or culture experience paired with 8+ years in a managerial role. Demonstrated expertise across the full people function including talent acquisition, compensation, benefits, employee relations, performance management, and people compliance. Experience in a multi-site organization strongly preferred. Bachelor's degree required; MA, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent certification a plus.Strategic Thinking: Ability to translate organizational goals into people strategy and operational plans. Comfortable operating at both a high level and getting into the details when needed. Skilled at using data and workforce analytics to drive decisions and measure outcomes.A strong dedication to cultural competency that creates conditions that remove barriers and increase a sense of belonging. Compensation Expertise: Strong working knowledge of compensation design, market benchmarking, pay equity analysis, and total rewards strategy. Familiarity with California-specific wage and hour law required.Talent Acquisition: Proven track record building and managing full-cycle recruiting functions. Experience developing structured hiring processes, employer branding, and onboarding programs at scale.People Operations and Risk Management: Deep knowledge of federal and California employment law. Ability to recognize organizational risk and proactively develop policies and practices to mitigate it. Experience managing employee relations matters and complex people investigations.People and Team Management: Exemplary people management skills with a track record of developing high-performing teams. Skilled at coaching managers and leaders at all levels. Able to work cross-functionally and build trusted relationships across departments.Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills . click apply for full job details
05/12/2026
Full time
First Place For Youth-Join Our Team Video!Are you dedicated to empowering and supporting youth, regardless of their background? We're searching for passionate individuals to make a positive impact on the lives of foster youth. Become an integral part of their transformative journey and join the First Place for Youth team. About First Place for Youth, We're a leading non-profit organization dedicated to supporting foster youth in their transition to adulthood, with a focus on education, employment, and housing. We believe that all young people deserve the opportunity to thrive and lead successful, independent lives. Our comprehensive programs empower foster youth to overcome the unique challenges they face and build the skills, confidence, and connections they need to succeed. Why Work at First Place For Youth: Meaningful Impact: Help to transform the lives of foster youth on the cusp of adulthood. Your role will support them in their journey to conquer challenges, achieve independence, and fulfill their aspirations.Innovative Approach: We thrive on innovation, pushing the boundaries of foster care support. Your voice here matters, and you'll contribute to programs that redefine the futures of these young lives.Collaborative and Supportive Environment: Embrace a dynamic and supportive workplace, where every team member is valued. Together, we're a force dedicated to uplifting youth. Expect professional growth, fueled by teamwork and collaboration.Comprehensive Benefits: We value the well-being of our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package. From health and wellness benefits to retirement plans, we ensure that our team members are taken care of so they can focus on their important work supporting foster youth.Culture of Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate diversity in every form. At First Place for Youth, inclusivity reigns, creating a workplace where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered.POSITION SUMMARY:The Vice President of People (VP of People) is a strategic, results-oriented senior leader responsible for building and executing a comprehensive people and culture function across the organization. Reporting to the CEO, the VP of People serves as a trusted advisor to leadership and a champion for employees at all levels. This role owns the full people lifecycle - from talent acquisition and onboarding through compensation, performance management, and retention - while ensuring the organization remains compliant, competitive as an employer, and positioned to scale. The VP of People will bring a people-centered, data-informed mindset, sound judgment, and the operational rigor needed to build best-in-class people systems in a mission-driven, multi-site environment. At First Place, our people are our program. The VP of People will be the steward of an organizational culture where every staff member feels seen, supported, and connected to the mission - understanding that how we care for our team directly shapes how we show up for the young people we serve. DUTIES + RESPONSIBILITIES: Strategy and Organizational Leadership Develop and execute a multi-year people and culture strategy aligned with First Place's mission, organizational goals, and growth plans.Serve as a key member of the Leadership Team, providing strategic guidance on workforce planning, organizational design, people risk and wellbeing, and initiatives that strengthen our team and culture.Use workforce data and people metrics to surface insights, spot trends, and continuously improve the employee experience and organizational outcomes. Represent the organization's people and culture function externally, helping position First Place as an employer of choice in the nonprofit sector.Champion a culture of belonging, psychological safety, and continuous learning - modeling the values and behaviors that make First Place a place where people thrive. Talent Acquisition and Onboarding Own the strategy and standards for full-cycle recruiting and hiring across all roles and locations, ensuring consistency, equity, and alignment with organizational values.Develop structured screening and interview frameworks to ensure values-aligned rigorous and equitable candidate evaluation.Oversee a comprehensive onboarding program that builds genuine connection, cultural belonging, and early momentum for new hires.Build and maintain talent pipelines and employer branding strategies to attract mission-aligned, high-quality candidates.Ensure the candidate experience reflects First Place's values - treating every applicant with care and transparency regardless of outcome. Compensation and Benefits Design and manage a competitive total compensation philosophy including salary structures, incentive programs, and employee benefits that reflect our commitment to valuing our people.Lead annual compensation review processes to ensure pay equity, market alignment, and fiscal responsibility.Oversee benefits administration, vendor relationships, and open enrollment while ensuring compliance with federal and California regulations.Advocate internally for compensation and benefits that reduce financial stress and enable staff to show up fully to their work. Employee Experience, Belonging, and Culture Design and lead a holistic employee experience strategy - from day one through career growth - informed by engagement surveys, stay conversations, and exit insights.Partner with leaders and managers to foster a positive, high-performing workplace culture rooted in First Place's core values and address employee relations matters with care and equity.Identify systemic drivers of turnover and implement targeted solutions to improve wellbeing, connection, and retention.Build programs and rituals that celebrate staff contributions, deepen team connection, and reinforce a sense of shared purpose across sites. Performance Management and Talent Development Lead organization-wide performance management systems including goal-setting, review cycles, and calibration processes designed to support growth, not just evaluation.Partner with department leaders on professional development pathways, leadership development, and succession planning that invest meaningfully in staff at every level.Provide coaching and guidance to managers on strengths-based feedback, constructive accountability, and employee growth.Create development opportunities that help staff build toward their aspirations, not just the needs of their current role. People Operations, Compliance, and Risk Management Set the organization's compliance framework and risk management approach across all operating locations, with the Director of HR leading day-to-day implementation and monitoring.Own the strategic direction for people policies and the employee handbook, delegating drafting, updating, and maintenance to the HR team while ensuring final approval and organizational alignment. Provide strategic oversight of people systems (HRIS) and ensure the HR team maintains accurate personnel records, confidentiality standards, and operational efficiency. Establish standards for employee relations investigations and serve as escalation point for complex or high-risk matters, with the Director of HR managing investigations day-to-day. Cross-Functional Collaboration and Team Leadership Partner with Finance on payroll coordination, headcount planning, and budgeting for people-related expenses.Collaborate with Operations on policies and compliance initiatives that impact staff, including workplace safety and regulatory programs such as the Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (WVPP).Work closely with Program and Development teams to ensure people processes support the needs of diverse programs and funding structures.Lead and develop the HR team through direct management of the Director of HR, setting clear goals, providing ongoing feedback, and creating conditions for the team to do its best work.QUALIFICATIONS:People Leadership: 8+ years of progressive HR, people, or culture experience paired with 8+ years in a managerial role. Demonstrated expertise across the full people function including talent acquisition, compensation, benefits, employee relations, performance management, and people compliance. Experience in a multi-site organization strongly preferred. Bachelor's degree required; MA, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent certification a plus.Strategic Thinking: Ability to translate organizational goals into people strategy and operational plans. Comfortable operating at both a high level and getting into the details when needed. Skilled at using data and workforce analytics to drive decisions and measure outcomes.A strong dedication to cultural competency that creates conditions that remove barriers and increase a sense of belonging. Compensation Expertise: Strong working knowledge of compensation design, market benchmarking, pay equity analysis, and total rewards strategy. Familiarity with California-specific wage and hour law required.Talent Acquisition: Proven track record building and managing full-cycle recruiting functions. Experience developing structured hiring processes, employer branding, and onboarding programs at scale.People Operations and Risk Management: Deep knowledge of federal and California employment law. Ability to recognize organizational risk and proactively develop policies and practices to mitigate it. Experience managing employee relations matters and complex people investigations.People and Team Management: Exemplary people management skills with a track record of developing high-performing teams. Skilled at coaching managers and leaders at all levels. Able to work cross-functionally and build trusted relationships across departments.Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills . click apply for full job details
Job Description: This job code applies to the Athletic Trainer, in the community, youth or high school setting, with primary assignment to support the medical needs of the assigned partner; provide medical coverage, on field and in the training room for injured athletes during practices and events. Such duties may also extend to assist other local high schools, community sporting events, and regional sporting camps/activities. This position will have variable working hours, unpredictability of schedules, adjusting to match the needs of the partner and late nights. Join our team as a certified Athletic Trainer in a rewarding, school based role serving the Salt Lake City area. Essential Functions Carries out rehabilitation program after athlete or patient has been evaluated and treatment plan has been established collaborating closely with other medical team providers including PT, and Physician. Assesses and administers first-aide to injured athletes during practices and sporting events, making appropriate physician referral when needed. Oversees the operation of the Athletic Training room ensuring that appropriate levels of supplies are maintained, maximal coverage is provided, and that the Athletic Training room and clinic maintains a clean, safe, and professional environment. Communicates effectively with coaches, school administration, parents, athletes, patients, physicians, therapists as well as other sports medicine team members. Maintains accurate records of all evaluations, referrals, and treatments administered to patients or athletes. Provides education and training on injury prevention, advocates for overall health literacy, nutrition, and mental health wellbeing. Develops strong relationships with Key Stakeholders at assigned school or clinic; including but not limited to; Physicians, Athletic Director, School Administration and Faculty, Coaching Staff, Boosters, and Parents. Ensures that proper return to play criteria is met before allowing participation of athlete or patient, ensuring that the best interest of the athlete or patient is the priority . Organizes and presents in-services, lectures, coaches conferences, seasonal physicals, sports camps, training, and educational opportunities as appropriate. Skills Verbal and Written Communication Works well with team Process Improvement Familiar with computers - Microsoft, excel, other Patient Engagement Critical Thinking Time Management Care Planning Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Current Athletic Training Licensure for the states in which you work. Credentialed as an Athletic Trainer through the Board of Certification (BOC). Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers. Preferred Qualifications: Two years' experience working in school/community setting as an Athletic Trainer Physical Requirements Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies. Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc. Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items. Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.) May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time. Location: TOSH Work City: Murray Work State: Utah Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $26.47 - $40.87 We care about your well-being - mind, body, and spirit - which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged. Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here . Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. At Intermountain Health, we use the artificial intelligence ("AI") platform, HiredScore to improve your job application experience. HiredScore helps match your skills and experiences to the best jobs for you. While HiredScore assists in reviewing applications, all final decisions are made by Intermountain personnel to ensure fairness. We protect your privacy and follow strict data protection rules. Your information is safe and used only for recruitment. Thank you for considering a career with us and experiencing our AI-enhanced recruitment process. All positions subject to close without notice.
05/10/2026
Full time
Job Description: This job code applies to the Athletic Trainer, in the community, youth or high school setting, with primary assignment to support the medical needs of the assigned partner; provide medical coverage, on field and in the training room for injured athletes during practices and events. Such duties may also extend to assist other local high schools, community sporting events, and regional sporting camps/activities. This position will have variable working hours, unpredictability of schedules, adjusting to match the needs of the partner and late nights. Join our team as a certified Athletic Trainer in a rewarding, school based role serving the Salt Lake City area. Essential Functions Carries out rehabilitation program after athlete or patient has been evaluated and treatment plan has been established collaborating closely with other medical team providers including PT, and Physician. Assesses and administers first-aide to injured athletes during practices and sporting events, making appropriate physician referral when needed. Oversees the operation of the Athletic Training room ensuring that appropriate levels of supplies are maintained, maximal coverage is provided, and that the Athletic Training room and clinic maintains a clean, safe, and professional environment. Communicates effectively with coaches, school administration, parents, athletes, patients, physicians, therapists as well as other sports medicine team members. Maintains accurate records of all evaluations, referrals, and treatments administered to patients or athletes. Provides education and training on injury prevention, advocates for overall health literacy, nutrition, and mental health wellbeing. Develops strong relationships with Key Stakeholders at assigned school or clinic; including but not limited to; Physicians, Athletic Director, School Administration and Faculty, Coaching Staff, Boosters, and Parents. Ensures that proper return to play criteria is met before allowing participation of athlete or patient, ensuring that the best interest of the athlete or patient is the priority . Organizes and presents in-services, lectures, coaches conferences, seasonal physicals, sports camps, training, and educational opportunities as appropriate. Skills Verbal and Written Communication Works well with team Process Improvement Familiar with computers - Microsoft, excel, other Patient Engagement Critical Thinking Time Management Care Planning Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Current Athletic Training Licensure for the states in which you work. Credentialed as an Athletic Trainer through the Board of Certification (BOC). Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers. Preferred Qualifications: Two years' experience working in school/community setting as an Athletic Trainer Physical Requirements Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies. Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc. Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items. Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.) May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time. Location: TOSH Work City: Murray Work State: Utah Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $26.47 - $40.87 We care about your well-being - mind, body, and spirit - which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged. Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here . Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. At Intermountain Health, we use the artificial intelligence ("AI") platform, HiredScore to improve your job application experience. HiredScore helps match your skills and experiences to the best jobs for you. While HiredScore assists in reviewing applications, all final decisions are made by Intermountain personnel to ensure fairness. We protect your privacy and follow strict data protection rules. Your information is safe and used only for recruitment. Thank you for considering a career with us and experiencing our AI-enhanced recruitment process. All positions subject to close without notice.
Description: Benefits Full-time: Health, Life, Dental, and Vision Insurance. Matching investment plan, paid time off, and paid training. Part-time: Matching investment plan and paid training. Position Description The Advocate Second Shift position is responsible for implementing various group and individual program components at House of Hope during the afternoon and evening hours. This includes coaching residents on independent living skills and direct support as needed. They are responsible for the supervision and support of the residents and children at House of Hope. This position also ensures that House of Hope models a clean and healthy living environment. The ideal candidate will have passion and enthusiasm for working with people. Essential Duties Plans, implements, administers, and evaluates direct client services in coordination with case plans and individual needs. Ensures a clean, organized, and healthy environment for clients. Supports clients in achieving their goals in the areas of parenting, education, employment, and stable housing. Program Implementation Maintain positive relationships with residents/clients, staff, volunteers, community groups, and organizations Provide intake interviews and program orientation as required. Maintain required records and logs for each client. Support clients in accomplishing the goals in their individualized case plans. Support clients regarding daily living skills, parenting, personal care, and residential policies. Provide crisis intervention when necessary. Provide a positive role model from which clients can grow and develop. Provide care for infants and children in the Hope Center shelter care facility. Administrative and Facility-Related Responsibilities Perform required cleaning and maintenance tasks of the interior and exterior of the facility. Provide tours, program information and hospitality as needed for volunteers. Attend all staff meetings and in-service trainings. Carry out all other duties and programs as assigned. Requirements: Minimum Qualifications Required: Valid Wisconsin driver's license. Successful completion of criminal background check. High school diploma required; degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Development, Child/Youth Development or related field preferred. An ability to safely provide direct services to individuals experiencing homelessness as well as young parents and their children. Appropriate interpersonal communication skills and a sensitivity and understanding of the needs of a diverse, multicultural clientele. Ability to work effectively with others. Ability to maintain flexible work hours. Ability to plan and organize work and to make effective use of time. Compensation details: 17-19 Hourly Wage PI04e502f9b6a1-4927
05/10/2026
Full time
Description: Benefits Full-time: Health, Life, Dental, and Vision Insurance. Matching investment plan, paid time off, and paid training. Part-time: Matching investment plan and paid training. Position Description The Advocate Second Shift position is responsible for implementing various group and individual program components at House of Hope during the afternoon and evening hours. This includes coaching residents on independent living skills and direct support as needed. They are responsible for the supervision and support of the residents and children at House of Hope. This position also ensures that House of Hope models a clean and healthy living environment. The ideal candidate will have passion and enthusiasm for working with people. Essential Duties Plans, implements, administers, and evaluates direct client services in coordination with case plans and individual needs. Ensures a clean, organized, and healthy environment for clients. Supports clients in achieving their goals in the areas of parenting, education, employment, and stable housing. Program Implementation Maintain positive relationships with residents/clients, staff, volunteers, community groups, and organizations Provide intake interviews and program orientation as required. Maintain required records and logs for each client. Support clients in accomplishing the goals in their individualized case plans. Support clients regarding daily living skills, parenting, personal care, and residential policies. Provide crisis intervention when necessary. Provide a positive role model from which clients can grow and develop. Provide care for infants and children in the Hope Center shelter care facility. Administrative and Facility-Related Responsibilities Perform required cleaning and maintenance tasks of the interior and exterior of the facility. Provide tours, program information and hospitality as needed for volunteers. Attend all staff meetings and in-service trainings. Carry out all other duties and programs as assigned. Requirements: Minimum Qualifications Required: Valid Wisconsin driver's license. Successful completion of criminal background check. High school diploma required; degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Development, Child/Youth Development or related field preferred. An ability to safely provide direct services to individuals experiencing homelessness as well as young parents and their children. Appropriate interpersonal communication skills and a sensitivity and understanding of the needs of a diverse, multicultural clientele. Ability to work effectively with others. Ability to maintain flexible work hours. Ability to plan and organize work and to make effective use of time. Compensation details: 17-19 Hourly Wage PI04e502f9b6a1-4927
Description: JOB OBJECTIVE: Manage college, financial aid, and scholarship activities for students and their families in order to impart hope, build confidence, communicate the importance of education, and bring students and colleges together. Provide guidance and counseling to students and families regarding college choice and transitions from high school to higher education. Essential Functions: Counsel a minimum of 100 students and families for 5 hours or more on goals and college choice options. Ensure students are exposed to a variety of college options through online exploration, and on occasion, group college visits. Provide admissions application assistance including application reviews, transcript submission, essay assistance, recommendations. Assist students and families with filing FAFSA and support through the verification process, as necessary. Advocate and communicate for students with postsecondary institutions. Verify new and continuing college attendance. Maintain data weekly on student matriculation, enrollment, and retention. Maintain visibility at assigned locations. Assist in coordinating and facilitating ACT prep classes. Support community-based efforts occurring at satellite positions. Hold weekly office hours at YOC and help provide drop-in center coverage. Support Oasis Resource Center Staff onsite at Nashville State Community College locations. Collaborate with other Oasis programs to offer individualized, college and career exploration workshops Assist with summer programming which includes leading Power Youth students through OCC's college knowledge curriculum. Marketing and Community Relations Essential Functions: Represent the organization to the community in conjunction with the Director and other staff members Assist in the coordination of marketing efforts internal and external to the organization Administration Essential Functions: Provide regular reports to the Program Director as required. Attend organization staff and departmental meetings as assigned. Requirements: Minimal Requirements / Performance Standards: Bachelor's degree required Experience in counseling, admissions, and/or financial aid a plus Knowledge of college choice options, admissions, financial aid, scholarships Understanding of racial and gender inequities and other forms of discrimination and willingness to operate from an anti-oppression model. Public speaking experience. Ability to effectively collect, organize, and retrieve data. Knowledge of higher education and barriers to higher education for low-income and first-generation college bound students. Knowledge and ability to utilize office equipment and computer software. Exceptional oral and written communication skills. Ability to work cooperatively with staff, students, and the community. A valid driver's license and transportation PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and distance vision. The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Oasis Center is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and is operated in accordance with a policy which does not permit discrimination because of race, color, sex, age, handicap, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. Supervisor: Director of OCC Compensation details: 0 Yearly Salary PI36ef802b0-
05/10/2026
Full time
Description: JOB OBJECTIVE: Manage college, financial aid, and scholarship activities for students and their families in order to impart hope, build confidence, communicate the importance of education, and bring students and colleges together. Provide guidance and counseling to students and families regarding college choice and transitions from high school to higher education. Essential Functions: Counsel a minimum of 100 students and families for 5 hours or more on goals and college choice options. Ensure students are exposed to a variety of college options through online exploration, and on occasion, group college visits. Provide admissions application assistance including application reviews, transcript submission, essay assistance, recommendations. Assist students and families with filing FAFSA and support through the verification process, as necessary. Advocate and communicate for students with postsecondary institutions. Verify new and continuing college attendance. Maintain data weekly on student matriculation, enrollment, and retention. Maintain visibility at assigned locations. Assist in coordinating and facilitating ACT prep classes. Support community-based efforts occurring at satellite positions. Hold weekly office hours at YOC and help provide drop-in center coverage. Support Oasis Resource Center Staff onsite at Nashville State Community College locations. Collaborate with other Oasis programs to offer individualized, college and career exploration workshops Assist with summer programming which includes leading Power Youth students through OCC's college knowledge curriculum. Marketing and Community Relations Essential Functions: Represent the organization to the community in conjunction with the Director and other staff members Assist in the coordination of marketing efforts internal and external to the organization Administration Essential Functions: Provide regular reports to the Program Director as required. Attend organization staff and departmental meetings as assigned. Requirements: Minimal Requirements / Performance Standards: Bachelor's degree required Experience in counseling, admissions, and/or financial aid a plus Knowledge of college choice options, admissions, financial aid, scholarships Understanding of racial and gender inequities and other forms of discrimination and willingness to operate from an anti-oppression model. Public speaking experience. Ability to effectively collect, organize, and retrieve data. Knowledge of higher education and barriers to higher education for low-income and first-generation college bound students. Knowledge and ability to utilize office equipment and computer software. Exceptional oral and written communication skills. Ability to work cooperatively with staff, students, and the community. A valid driver's license and transportation PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and distance vision. The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Oasis Center is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and is operated in accordance with a policy which does not permit discrimination because of race, color, sex, age, handicap, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. Supervisor: Director of OCC Compensation details: 0 Yearly Salary PI36ef802b0-
Lutheran Services Florida
West Palm Beach, Florida
Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant. LSF is seeking a talented Case Manager (Residential) who wants to make an impact in the lives of others. Purpose and Impact: This position will lead case management and other out of home care support activities for youth and their children (if applicable) served through the residential program. Responsible for assisting youth in foster care and young adults who exit foster care at age 18 in making the transition to independent living and self-sufficient adults. Serves as liaison with child welfare and other partner agencies to advocate for and ensure necessary services are provided to youth in the residential program. Essential Functions Maintain socially appropriate behavior of youth through sanctioned and designed de-escalation skills and disciplinary procedures; responds to youth crises and collaborate with crisis response or behavioral health teams as needed. Support youth in developing transition and permanency plans, including preparation for adulthood, employment, and post-secondary education. Conducts comprehensive assessments to identify youth strengths, needs, and goals. Develops, maintains and implements resident/individualized service plans, visitation, medication and education logs as appropriate; promotes a trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and youth-centered approach in all interactions. Participates in and documents Med management meetings and ensure proper parties are in attendance. Maintain phone log for family calls and participate in supervised calls Serve as a positive role model to youth at all times through appearance, attitude, and behavior. Serve as a mentor for skill building and employability development. Assist with coordination and transportation of youth to obtain documents necessary for employment, Keys to Independence, etc. Logistically coordinate and schedule youth for transportation to and from court hearings, visitations, school and other appointments. Transport youth to job sites for interviews, community service projects and/or any other requests as needed for youth well-being and self-sufficiency/independence. Participate in all foster care/child welfare staffing's including multi-disciplinary staffing's involving youth. Attend court as necessary to advocate for and advise judiciary of youth progress in the program. Complete referrals as necessary for additional community services and supports for youth served through the program and document progress/provider input. Send monthly status reports to referring agencies on the safety, well-being, and skill progression of all youth served through the program. Document monthly meetings with residents regarding their needs and progress related to education, vocation, Keys to Independence and other life skills and share feedback and documentation with multidisciplinary team. Serve as support for implementing and facilitating remedial education, tutoring and GED prep. Assist with sign Up for GED, School, Keys to Independence, Daycare. Implement the behavior management system and documentation as necessary. Participate in supervision, staff meetings, and ongoing training opportunities Physical Requirements: Mobility: Must be able to move freely throughout the group home environment and between work sites as needed. Lifting/Carrying: Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally (e.g., client belongings, files, small equipment). Standing/Sitting: Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; intermittent standing and walking throughout the facility and during community visits. Driving: Must be able to drive and maintain a valid driver's license for home visits, transporting clients, and attending off-site meetings or appointments. Vision and Hearing: Sufficient visual acuity and hearing ability to assess client well-being, observe behaviors, read documentation, and communicate effectively in person and via phone or virtual platforms. Communication: Able to speak clearly and effectively to interact with clients, families, staff, and external agencies. Dexterity: Sufficient manual dexterity to operate office equipment, write reports, and manage documentation tasks. Cognitive and Emotional Capacity: Must be able to handle high-stress situations, manage multiple priorities, and respond to behavioral or emotional challenges from residents in a calm and supportive manner. Environmental Tolerance: Ability to work in a group home setting, which may include exposure to household cleaning products, bodily fluids, and emotionally charged situations. Education: Must have a Bachelor's degree in human services. Current or recent child welfare certification preferred. Experience: Two years' experience working with at-risk or delinquent youth. Skills: Requires a good understanding of group dynamics, group leadership and crisis intervention. Group management, observation, and documentation procedures. Prefer strong understanding of juvenile delinquent rehabilitation methods within a residential program. Will be required to comply with training as identified by contract. Requires strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Other: Must demonstrate sensitivity to our service population's cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and needs. Principal Accountabilities: Reports to Designated Supervisor. Team player with co-workers, stakeholders, and administrators Ensures qualitative care for clients in a safe, secure environment. Adherence to license and quality assurance standards of local, state, and federal agencies Effective behavior management and supervision of youth during activities Serves as role model leader regarding behavioral management tools and techniques Adherence to all agency policies and procedures Why work for LSF? LSF offers 60 programs across the state of Florida serving a wide range of populations in need. Mission Driven staff members become part of the LSF community while transforming the lives of those in need. Our staff additionally find growth opportunities as they explore areas of interest within the organization. Amazing benefits package including: Medical, Dental and Vision Telehealth (24/7 online access to Doctors) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employer paid life insurance (1X salary) 13 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday Generous PTO policy (starting at 16 working days a year) Note: Head Start employees paid time off and holiday schedule may differ 403(b) Retirement plan with 3% discretionary employer match OR 3% student loan repayment reimbursement Tuition reimbursement LSF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Lutheran Services Florida is mandated to perform background screenings for employment in accordance with the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse as outlined in Section 435.12, Florida Statutes. Additionally, pursuant to House Bill 531 (2025), Lutheran Services Florida must ensure that all job vacancy postings and advertisements include a clear and conspicuous link to the AHCA Clearinghouse website and its requirements. For more information on background screening requirements please visit: Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
05/08/2026
Full time
Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant. LSF is seeking a talented Case Manager (Residential) who wants to make an impact in the lives of others. Purpose and Impact: This position will lead case management and other out of home care support activities for youth and their children (if applicable) served through the residential program. Responsible for assisting youth in foster care and young adults who exit foster care at age 18 in making the transition to independent living and self-sufficient adults. Serves as liaison with child welfare and other partner agencies to advocate for and ensure necessary services are provided to youth in the residential program. Essential Functions Maintain socially appropriate behavior of youth through sanctioned and designed de-escalation skills and disciplinary procedures; responds to youth crises and collaborate with crisis response or behavioral health teams as needed. Support youth in developing transition and permanency plans, including preparation for adulthood, employment, and post-secondary education. Conducts comprehensive assessments to identify youth strengths, needs, and goals. Develops, maintains and implements resident/individualized service plans, visitation, medication and education logs as appropriate; promotes a trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and youth-centered approach in all interactions. Participates in and documents Med management meetings and ensure proper parties are in attendance. Maintain phone log for family calls and participate in supervised calls Serve as a positive role model to youth at all times through appearance, attitude, and behavior. Serve as a mentor for skill building and employability development. Assist with coordination and transportation of youth to obtain documents necessary for employment, Keys to Independence, etc. Logistically coordinate and schedule youth for transportation to and from court hearings, visitations, school and other appointments. Transport youth to job sites for interviews, community service projects and/or any other requests as needed for youth well-being and self-sufficiency/independence. Participate in all foster care/child welfare staffing's including multi-disciplinary staffing's involving youth. Attend court as necessary to advocate for and advise judiciary of youth progress in the program. Complete referrals as necessary for additional community services and supports for youth served through the program and document progress/provider input. Send monthly status reports to referring agencies on the safety, well-being, and skill progression of all youth served through the program. Document monthly meetings with residents regarding their needs and progress related to education, vocation, Keys to Independence and other life skills and share feedback and documentation with multidisciplinary team. Serve as support for implementing and facilitating remedial education, tutoring and GED prep. Assist with sign Up for GED, School, Keys to Independence, Daycare. Implement the behavior management system and documentation as necessary. Participate in supervision, staff meetings, and ongoing training opportunities Physical Requirements: Mobility: Must be able to move freely throughout the group home environment and between work sites as needed. Lifting/Carrying: Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally (e.g., client belongings, files, small equipment). Standing/Sitting: Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; intermittent standing and walking throughout the facility and during community visits. Driving: Must be able to drive and maintain a valid driver's license for home visits, transporting clients, and attending off-site meetings or appointments. Vision and Hearing: Sufficient visual acuity and hearing ability to assess client well-being, observe behaviors, read documentation, and communicate effectively in person and via phone or virtual platforms. Communication: Able to speak clearly and effectively to interact with clients, families, staff, and external agencies. Dexterity: Sufficient manual dexterity to operate office equipment, write reports, and manage documentation tasks. Cognitive and Emotional Capacity: Must be able to handle high-stress situations, manage multiple priorities, and respond to behavioral or emotional challenges from residents in a calm and supportive manner. Environmental Tolerance: Ability to work in a group home setting, which may include exposure to household cleaning products, bodily fluids, and emotionally charged situations. Education: Must have a Bachelor's degree in human services. Current or recent child welfare certification preferred. Experience: Two years' experience working with at-risk or delinquent youth. Skills: Requires a good understanding of group dynamics, group leadership and crisis intervention. Group management, observation, and documentation procedures. Prefer strong understanding of juvenile delinquent rehabilitation methods within a residential program. Will be required to comply with training as identified by contract. Requires strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Other: Must demonstrate sensitivity to our service population's cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and needs. Principal Accountabilities: Reports to Designated Supervisor. Team player with co-workers, stakeholders, and administrators Ensures qualitative care for clients in a safe, secure environment. Adherence to license and quality assurance standards of local, state, and federal agencies Effective behavior management and supervision of youth during activities Serves as role model leader regarding behavioral management tools and techniques Adherence to all agency policies and procedures Why work for LSF? LSF offers 60 programs across the state of Florida serving a wide range of populations in need. Mission Driven staff members become part of the LSF community while transforming the lives of those in need. Our staff additionally find growth opportunities as they explore areas of interest within the organization. Amazing benefits package including: Medical, Dental and Vision Telehealth (24/7 online access to Doctors) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employer paid life insurance (1X salary) 13 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday Generous PTO policy (starting at 16 working days a year) Note: Head Start employees paid time off and holiday schedule may differ 403(b) Retirement plan with 3% discretionary employer match OR 3% student loan repayment reimbursement Tuition reimbursement LSF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Lutheran Services Florida is mandated to perform background screenings for employment in accordance with the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse as outlined in Section 435.12, Florida Statutes. Additionally, pursuant to House Bill 531 (2025), Lutheran Services Florida must ensure that all job vacancy postings and advertisements include a clear and conspicuous link to the AHCA Clearinghouse website and its requirements. For more information on background screening requirements please visit: Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Description: JOB OBJECTIVE: Manage college, financial aid, and scholarship activities for students and their families in order to impart hope, build confidence, communicate the importance of education, and bring students and colleges together. Provide guidance and counseling to students and families regarding college choice and transitions from high school to higher education. Essential Functions: Counsel a minimum of 100 students and families for 5 hours or more on goals and college choice options. Ensure students are exposed to a variety of college options through online exploration, and on occasion, group college visits. Provide admissions application assistance including application reviews, transcript submission, essay assistance, recommendations. Assist students and families with filing FAFSA and support through the verification process, as necessary. Advocate and communicate for students with postsecondary institutions. Verify new and continuing college attendance. Maintain data weekly on student matriculation, enrollment, and retention. Maintain visibility at assigned locations. Assist in coordinating and facilitating ACT prep classes. Support community-based efforts occurring at satellite positions. Hold weekly office hours at YOC and help provide drop-in center coverage. Support Oasis Resource Center Staff onsite at Nashville State Community College locations. Collaborate with other Oasis programs to offer individualized, college and career exploration workshops Assist with summer programming which includes leading Power Youth students through OCC's college knowledge curriculum. Marketing and Community Relations Essential Functions: Represent the organization to the community in conjunction with the Director and other staff members Assist in the coordination of marketing efforts internal and external to the organization Administration Essential Functions: Provide regular reports to the Program Director as required. Attend organization staff and departmental meetings as assigned. Requirements: Minimal Requirements / Performance Standards: Bachelor's degree required Experience in counseling, admissions, and/or financial aid a plus Knowledge of college choice options, admissions, financial aid, scholarships Understanding of racial and gender inequities and other forms of discrimination and willingness to operate from an anti-oppression model. Public speaking experience. Ability to effectively collect, organize, and retrieve data. Knowledge of higher education and barriers to higher education for low-income and first-generation college bound students. Knowledge and ability to utilize office equipment and computer software. Exceptional oral and written communication skills. Ability to work cooperatively with staff, students, and the community. A valid driver's license and transportation PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and distance vision. The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Oasis Center is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and is operated in accordance with a policy which does not permit discrimination because of race, color, sex, age, handicap, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. Supervisor: Director of OCC Compensation details: 0 Yearly Salary PIdfbc499ba61b-4598
05/01/2026
Full time
Description: JOB OBJECTIVE: Manage college, financial aid, and scholarship activities for students and their families in order to impart hope, build confidence, communicate the importance of education, and bring students and colleges together. Provide guidance and counseling to students and families regarding college choice and transitions from high school to higher education. Essential Functions: Counsel a minimum of 100 students and families for 5 hours or more on goals and college choice options. Ensure students are exposed to a variety of college options through online exploration, and on occasion, group college visits. Provide admissions application assistance including application reviews, transcript submission, essay assistance, recommendations. Assist students and families with filing FAFSA and support through the verification process, as necessary. Advocate and communicate for students with postsecondary institutions. Verify new and continuing college attendance. Maintain data weekly on student matriculation, enrollment, and retention. Maintain visibility at assigned locations. Assist in coordinating and facilitating ACT prep classes. Support community-based efforts occurring at satellite positions. Hold weekly office hours at YOC and help provide drop-in center coverage. Support Oasis Resource Center Staff onsite at Nashville State Community College locations. Collaborate with other Oasis programs to offer individualized, college and career exploration workshops Assist with summer programming which includes leading Power Youth students through OCC's college knowledge curriculum. Marketing and Community Relations Essential Functions: Represent the organization to the community in conjunction with the Director and other staff members Assist in the coordination of marketing efforts internal and external to the organization Administration Essential Functions: Provide regular reports to the Program Director as required. Attend organization staff and departmental meetings as assigned. Requirements: Minimal Requirements / Performance Standards: Bachelor's degree required Experience in counseling, admissions, and/or financial aid a plus Knowledge of college choice options, admissions, financial aid, scholarships Understanding of racial and gender inequities and other forms of discrimination and willingness to operate from an anti-oppression model. Public speaking experience. Ability to effectively collect, organize, and retrieve data. Knowledge of higher education and barriers to higher education for low-income and first-generation college bound students. Knowledge and ability to utilize office equipment and computer software. Exceptional oral and written communication skills. Ability to work cooperatively with staff, students, and the community. A valid driver's license and transportation PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and distance vision. The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Oasis Center is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and is operated in accordance with a policy which does not permit discrimination because of race, color, sex, age, handicap, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. Supervisor: Director of OCC Compensation details: 0 Yearly Salary PIdfbc499ba61b-4598
University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources
El Macero, California
Associate Director - Davis, CA, Job ID 85864 University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources Job Description Position Summary: The Government and Community Relations (GCR) Associate Director will expand and strengthen the UC ANR Government and Community Relations team. This position will increase capacity to build and maintain excellent working relationships with key internal and external partners and with elected officials in local, state, and federal governments. This position is a career appointment that is 100% fixed. The home department is the Government & Community Relations. While this position normally is based in Davis, CA, this position is eligible for hybrid flexible work arrangements for applicants living in the State of California at this time. Please note that hybrid flexible work arrangements are subject to change by the University. Pay Scale: $84,100/year to $119,400/year Job Posting Close Date: This job is open until filled. The first application review date will be 05/08/2026. Key Responsibilities: 80% Government Relations Under the supervision of the Government and Community Relations Director, develop, plan, and implement government and community relations strategies that advance UC ANR's mission. Develop, nurture, and maintain effective relationships with government officials and their staff in the policy making process. Works closely with UC ANR units, in particular Strategic Communication, Development Services, contracts and Grants and other administrative and program units across UC ANR. Under the supervision of the Government and Community Relations Director, works closely with UC Office of the President Government Relations offices in Oakland, Sacramento, and DC. Build/maintain excellent working relationships with key internal and external partners, typically at the highest level, including arranging meetings, events, tours/site visits or other opportunities to showcase UC ANR and serving as a strong advocate for institutional goals and objectives. Work closely with senior administration and other relevant contacts to develop and implement effective strategic plans that promote, advocate for and highlight achievements, activities and programs of UC ANR. Communicate UC ANR's mission, strategic and tactical plans, and technical capabilities and needs to federal, state and tribal officials, staff, and other visitors. Assist in the preparation of supporting testimony for committee hearings, as necessary. Closely monitor developments within federal, state, local, and tribal governments that may affect UC ANR programs and interests, and communicate developments and analysis to UC ANR leadership. Develop UC ANR outreach materials designed for government audiences. Interpret and advise UC ANR staff on policies regarding interactions with federal, state, local, or tribal officials, and with official visitors. Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state and/or local laws, regulations, and/or rules, standards and guidelines. 20% Community Relations Develop and manage relationships with key community stakeholders, including businesses, civic groups, and academic institutions. Plan, develop and implement programs to promote community awareness of UC ANR. Ensure UC ANR representation and membership with local/regional boards and committees. Counsel and coordinate with UC ANR management and staff on effective and appropriate employee engagement with community organizations. Incorporate UC ANR, where appropriate, in community events, fairs, and other events. Quickly and appropriately identify, address, and mitigate unforeseen and/or rapidly unfolding events that may negatively impact relationships between UC ANR and various constituencies, keeping senior management appropriately advised and notified. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. 3+ years working in Congress, the state legislature, or for the County Board of Supervisors. Advanced knowledge of UC ANR, its vision, mission, goals, objectives, achievements, issues of concern, and infrastructure. Advanced knowledge of local, state, congressional, and executive branch policies and programs and knowledge of the policy environment that shapes the opportunities for agriculture, natural resources, nutrition education, economic, and youth development programs. Advanced knowledge of higher education, preferably in California or with other land-grant institution. Advanced knowledge of practices and procedures associated with building and maintaining effective working relationships with all levels of internal and external constituencies. Advanced written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including skill to produce information that is appropriately presented and effectively received by target constituencies. Advanced knowledge and experience relating to California county government, state legislature, congressional processes, and policies and programs. Demonstrated experience as a government and/or community relations professional. Demonstrated ability to be self-directed, anticipatory, proactive, and work well on teams. Preferred Skills: Demonstrated passion and/or knowledge of agriculture and/or natural resources. Skill to recognize potential areas of constituency concern and address, resolve and/or mitigate problems or issues. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management, boards of directors, staff and external individuals and groups, both orally and written. Active listening skills, including advanced critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to navigate sensitive or complex political issues. Ability to work with diverse academic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of members of the community. An understanding of UC ANR's primary programs and mission areas. Experience working with senior executives and senior staff. Advanced degree in agriculture and/or natural resources, public policy, or related field. Special Conditions of Employment: Must possess valid California Driver's License to drive a County or University vehicle. Ability and means to travel on a flexible schedule as needed, proof of liability damage insurance on vehicle used is required. Reimbursement of job-related travel will be reimbursed according to University policies. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check. This is a designated position requiring a background check and may require fingerprinting due to the nature of the job responsibilities. UC ANR does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. As of January 1, 2014, ANR is a smoke- and tobacco-free environment in which smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes), is strictly prohibited. As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs , as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. Exercise the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information learned in the course of performing their duties. Sensitive information includes but is not limited to employee and student records, health and patient records, financial data, strategic plans, proprietary information, and any other sensitive or non-public information learned during the course and scope of employment. Understands that sensitive information should be shared on a limited basis and actively takes steps to limit access to sensitive information to individuals who have legitimate business need to know. Ensure that sensitive information is properly safeguarded. Follow all organizational policies and laws on data protection and privacy. This includes secure handling of physical and digital records and proper usage of IT systems to prevent data leaks. The unauthorized or improper disclosure of confidential work-related information obtained from any source on any work-related matter is a violation of these expectations. Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy UC Anti-Discrimination Policy Abusive Conduct in the Workplace To apply, please visit: click apply for full job details
04/30/2026
Full time
Associate Director - Davis, CA, Job ID 85864 University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources Job Description Position Summary: The Government and Community Relations (GCR) Associate Director will expand and strengthen the UC ANR Government and Community Relations team. This position will increase capacity to build and maintain excellent working relationships with key internal and external partners and with elected officials in local, state, and federal governments. This position is a career appointment that is 100% fixed. The home department is the Government & Community Relations. While this position normally is based in Davis, CA, this position is eligible for hybrid flexible work arrangements for applicants living in the State of California at this time. Please note that hybrid flexible work arrangements are subject to change by the University. Pay Scale: $84,100/year to $119,400/year Job Posting Close Date: This job is open until filled. The first application review date will be 05/08/2026. Key Responsibilities: 80% Government Relations Under the supervision of the Government and Community Relations Director, develop, plan, and implement government and community relations strategies that advance UC ANR's mission. Develop, nurture, and maintain effective relationships with government officials and their staff in the policy making process. Works closely with UC ANR units, in particular Strategic Communication, Development Services, contracts and Grants and other administrative and program units across UC ANR. Under the supervision of the Government and Community Relations Director, works closely with UC Office of the President Government Relations offices in Oakland, Sacramento, and DC. Build/maintain excellent working relationships with key internal and external partners, typically at the highest level, including arranging meetings, events, tours/site visits or other opportunities to showcase UC ANR and serving as a strong advocate for institutional goals and objectives. Work closely with senior administration and other relevant contacts to develop and implement effective strategic plans that promote, advocate for and highlight achievements, activities and programs of UC ANR. Communicate UC ANR's mission, strategic and tactical plans, and technical capabilities and needs to federal, state and tribal officials, staff, and other visitors. Assist in the preparation of supporting testimony for committee hearings, as necessary. Closely monitor developments within federal, state, local, and tribal governments that may affect UC ANR programs and interests, and communicate developments and analysis to UC ANR leadership. Develop UC ANR outreach materials designed for government audiences. Interpret and advise UC ANR staff on policies regarding interactions with federal, state, local, or tribal officials, and with official visitors. Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state and/or local laws, regulations, and/or rules, standards and guidelines. 20% Community Relations Develop and manage relationships with key community stakeholders, including businesses, civic groups, and academic institutions. Plan, develop and implement programs to promote community awareness of UC ANR. Ensure UC ANR representation and membership with local/regional boards and committees. Counsel and coordinate with UC ANR management and staff on effective and appropriate employee engagement with community organizations. Incorporate UC ANR, where appropriate, in community events, fairs, and other events. Quickly and appropriately identify, address, and mitigate unforeseen and/or rapidly unfolding events that may negatively impact relationships between UC ANR and various constituencies, keeping senior management appropriately advised and notified. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. 3+ years working in Congress, the state legislature, or for the County Board of Supervisors. Advanced knowledge of UC ANR, its vision, mission, goals, objectives, achievements, issues of concern, and infrastructure. Advanced knowledge of local, state, congressional, and executive branch policies and programs and knowledge of the policy environment that shapes the opportunities for agriculture, natural resources, nutrition education, economic, and youth development programs. Advanced knowledge of higher education, preferably in California or with other land-grant institution. Advanced knowledge of practices and procedures associated with building and maintaining effective working relationships with all levels of internal and external constituencies. Advanced written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including skill to produce information that is appropriately presented and effectively received by target constituencies. Advanced knowledge and experience relating to California county government, state legislature, congressional processes, and policies and programs. Demonstrated experience as a government and/or community relations professional. Demonstrated ability to be self-directed, anticipatory, proactive, and work well on teams. Preferred Skills: Demonstrated passion and/or knowledge of agriculture and/or natural resources. Skill to recognize potential areas of constituency concern and address, resolve and/or mitigate problems or issues. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management, boards of directors, staff and external individuals and groups, both orally and written. Active listening skills, including advanced critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to navigate sensitive or complex political issues. Ability to work with diverse academic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of members of the community. An understanding of UC ANR's primary programs and mission areas. Experience working with senior executives and senior staff. Advanced degree in agriculture and/or natural resources, public policy, or related field. Special Conditions of Employment: Must possess valid California Driver's License to drive a County or University vehicle. Ability and means to travel on a flexible schedule as needed, proof of liability damage insurance on vehicle used is required. Reimbursement of job-related travel will be reimbursed according to University policies. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check. This is a designated position requiring a background check and may require fingerprinting due to the nature of the job responsibilities. UC ANR does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. As of January 1, 2014, ANR is a smoke- and tobacco-free environment in which smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes), is strictly prohibited. As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs , as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. Exercise the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information learned in the course of performing their duties. Sensitive information includes but is not limited to employee and student records, health and patient records, financial data, strategic plans, proprietary information, and any other sensitive or non-public information learned during the course and scope of employment. Understands that sensitive information should be shared on a limited basis and actively takes steps to limit access to sensitive information to individuals who have legitimate business need to know. Ensure that sensitive information is properly safeguarded. Follow all organizational policies and laws on data protection and privacy. This includes secure handling of physical and digital records and proper usage of IT systems to prevent data leaks. The unauthorized or improper disclosure of confidential work-related information obtained from any source on any work-related matter is a violation of these expectations. Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy UC Anti-Discrimination Policy Abusive Conduct in the Workplace To apply, please visit: click apply for full job details