POSITION SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Team In Training (TNT) Director at the Sacramento chapter, the Campaign Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing TNT run, walk, cycle and triathlon programs, in Reno. The Campaign Coordinator works with LLS staff, volunteers and coaches to support our mission to cure blood cancers. The Campaign Coordinator is responsible for cultivating relationships with alumni, volunteers and businesses and building a donor and volunteer base that achieves revenue goals and enhances public awareness. This is a part-time position, 25 hours per week.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
• implement, monitor, execute and evaluate all program activities including fundraising and logistic plan
• Develop and execute fundraising and marketing plan based on LLS guidelines to achieve revenue goal while managing expense budget
• Coordinate volunteer participation and provide staff support to volunteer participants
• Coordinate and oversee marketing efforts for TNT (social networking, newsletters, mailings, phone calls and emails)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS/DEGREE REQUIRED/DESIRED, AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelors degree preferred
• Familiarity with event fundraising strategies
• Experience with volunteer development and management, public relations, donor cultivation and relations, corporate sponsor cultivation and relations
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, e-mail, internet
• Knowledge of various mailing procedures and distribution of large amounts of materials
• Familiarity with legal issues such as insurance, permits, waivers, etc.
• Ability to manage large numbers of volunteers at different levels of expertise
• Ability to understand and work with budgets
• Ability to work with diverse communities and demonstrate inclusion
• Ability to travel occasionally throughout the Chapter Area
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Must be willing to work outside of office hours, some weekends
PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS REQUIRED
• Self-starter and willing to take initiative
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends
• Ability to work on a team and develop relationships in the community
• Detail-oriented, efficient, and ability to multi-task
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we seek broad diversity in the makeup of our staff and we strongly encourage minority candidates to apply.
Minimum Qualifications:
A. Education and Training: Bachelor’s Degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or related field is preferred.
B. Experience: A minimum of one (1) year experience in counseling or related field is preferred, preferably one of which is in drug/alcohol counseling. Experience working in residential/transitional living environment preferred. Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.
C. Knowledge and Abilities: Knowledge related to basic counseling techniques and familiarity of addiction/alcoholism and issues associated. Possess the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with clients, supervisors, and co-workers. Knowledge of and ability to effectively use computers. Ability to act independently with good judgment. Valid driver’s license is required.
„« Research, organize and maintain resource drawers.
„« Set up and maintain database of resources in the community
„« Take requests from Mentoring Program staff on research for resources.
„« Provide information to staff, Bigs and families on resources available.
„« Provide assistance to families in obtaining resources as necessary. This may be done by phone, e-mail or in- person and may require travel to the family¡¦s home.
„« Organize and direct TATU Training, rehearsals and performances.
„« Provide mentor tips on tobacco use prevention for biweekly e-mail newsletter and match support specialists.
„« Other tobacco use prevention activities which may arise
„« Coordinate special events as necessary.
„« Copying, filing and answering telephones
„« BA with social work or marketing, sales, human service or communication experience.
„« Proficiency in Microsoft office; including word, outlook, and excel.
„« Excellent oral and written skills
„« Ability to relate well in multicultural environments,
„« Use time effectively
„« Good with details
Pay $15.00 per hour
Part-Time 25 hours per week
To apply email cover letter and resume to contact@bbbsnn.org
„« Research, organize and maintain resource drawers.
„« Set up and maintain database of resources in the community
„« Take requests from Mentoring Program staff on research for resources.
„« Provide information to staff, Bigs and families on resources available.
„« Provide assistance to families in obtaining resources as necessary. This may be done by phone, e-mail or in- person and may require travel to the family¡¦s home.
„« Organize and direct TATU Training, rehearsals and performances.
„« Provide mentor tips on tobacco use prevention for biweekly e-mail newsletter and match support specialists.
„« Other tobacco use prevention activities which may arise
„« Coordinate special events as necessary.
„« Copying, filing and answering telephones
„« BA with social work or marketing, sales, human service or communication experience.
„« Proficiency in Microsoft office; including word, outlook, and excel.
„« Excellent oral and written skills
„« Ability to relate well in multicultural environments,
„« Use time effectively
„« Good with details
Part-Time 25 hours per week
To apply email cover letter and resume to contact@bbbsnn.org
Under the direction of the Director of Special Events and the Regional Director, the Special Events Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing Memory Walk, the annual signature fundraising event in Reno. The Special Events Manager works with Association staff, volunteer leadership and the Memory Walk Committee to champion the Association’s mission and enhance the culture of diversity, advocacy and fund development. Additionally, the Special Events Manager is responsible for cultivating relationships with corporations to secure corporate funding and building a donor and volunteer base that achieves revenue goals and enhances public awareness. This is a part-time position, 20 hours per week.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
• Design, implement, monitor, execute and evaluate all event activities including fundraising and logistic plan
• Develop and execute fundraising and marketing plan that secures Memory Walk Corporate Sponsorship and Team and Walker revenue while managing expense budget
• Ensures smooth integration of National Association and Chapter standards and guidelines
• Coordinate Reno Memory Walk volunteer participation, provide staff support to key volunteers and volunteer committee
• Coordinate and oversee marketing efforts for Memory Walk (content for newsletter and participant mailings, fielding calls and inquiries from Media)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS/DEGREE REQUIRED/DESIRED, AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelors degree preferred
• Familiarity with event fundraising strategies
• Experience with event production and management, volunteer development and management, public relations, donor cultivation and relations, corporate sponsor cultivation and relations
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, e-mail, internet
• Knowledge of various mailing procedures and distribution of large amounts of materials
• Ability to work with vendors such as graphic artists, printers, merchandise businesses, caterers, etc.
• Familiarity with legal issues such as insurance, permits, waivers, tax laws, etc.
• Ability to manage large numbers of volunteers at different levels of expertise
• Ability to understand and work with budgets
• Ability to work with diverse communities and demonstrate inclusion
• Ability to travel occasionally throughout the Chapter Area
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Must be willing to work outside of office hours, some weekends
PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS REQUIRED
• Self-starter and willing to take initiative
• Willingness to work some evenings and weekends
• Ability to work on a team and develop relationships in the community
• Detail-oriented, efficient, and ability to multi-task
The Alzheimer’s Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we seek broad diversity in the makeup of our staff and we strongly encourage minority candidates to apply.
Description:
Under the direction of the Program Coordinator this person will work to expand services in the North Lake Tahoe area. Responsibilities will include
- Recruiting new disaster response volunteers through tabling at events and other community outreach efforts.
- Processing volunteer paperwork and conducting volunteer orientations.
- Coordinating volunteer training schedule and activities.
- Establishing agreements with local businesses and organizations willing to provide services.
Qualifications:
The right person will be outgoing and enjoy working with volunteers and people from diverse backgrounds. Some previous experience working in an office setting will be helpful but is not necessary. Must be able to pass a background check.
Time Commitment:
10-12 hours per week. Some weekends will be required. Position will start immediately and last through the end of May.
To Apply:
Please email your resume and a letter of interest.
Position Description:
Under the direction of the Community Outreach Specialist this person will work to promote American Red Cross Youth programs. Responsibilities will include,
- Identifying and establishing relationships with programs that we can bring Red Cross youth education classes to.
- Developing lesson plans using Red Cross materials and teaching all youth education classes.
- Co-leading the Red Cross Youth, Masters of Disaster after school club.
- Assisting with the development of new programs.
Qualifications:
The right candidate for this position will have an interest in teaching and a love of working with elementary aged children. Some previous experience working with children will be helpful but is not necessary. Must be able to pass a background check.
Time Commitment:
10-12 hours per week. Some weekends will be required. Position will start immediately and last through the end of May.
Compensation:
Internships are unpaid. It may be possible to arrange academic credit.
The Fund Development Coordinator is directly responsible to Crisis Call Center’s Executive Director. This position is responsible for coordinating the organization’s fund development activities by substantially increasing annual and long-term financial support. S/he is also responsible for developing and implementing effective marketing and public awareness strategies for Crisis Call Center.
A. Five years of relevant experience with preferably some experience in the non-profit world (equivalent education/experience may be substituted).
B. Demonstrated experience in creating and implementing innovative and successful non-profit fund development and long term endowment strategies.
C. Highly motivated individual with demonstrated ability to create contacts, maintain and network effectively throughout the community..
D. Demonstrated ability to work effectively, both independently and as part of a team.
E. Demonstrated excellence in oral and written communications, to include prior experience in developing and writing successful grant proposals as well as public presentation skills.
F. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Internet Explorer.
G. Experience with MAC/Adobe desktop publishing applications.
H. Commitment to the mission and goals of Crisis Call Center.
I. High level of energy and enthusiasm, and a track record of professionalism, innovation, and integrity.
J. CFRE certification desired.
K. Valid driver’s license and operable, registered, insured vehicle,
L. Successful completion of in-depth background check.
Greater Reno-Tahoe 2009 "Best Places to Work" Finalist
RESEARCH ASSOCIATE, SENIOR
Salary: $77,000 – $123,000 per annum, DOE
FLSA Status: Exempt
The Permanency Planning for Children Department (PPCD) of the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) is seeking a senior level behavioral or social science researcher. Primary responsibilities will involve project coordination, communication with project funders/grant monitors and outside researchers, composition of reports and/or presentations, as well as supervision of lower level researchers and programmers. This position requires demonstrated research competence, knowledge of current research, survey instrument development, knowledge of the dependency court system, and writing and leadership abilities.
The following are the minimum requirements for the position:
Master’s degree in a behavioral or social science and minimum of five years experience in the field of child welfare/juvenile and family court systems research (or additional years of experience and demonstrated research competence); Ph.D. is preferred
Working knowledge of the dependency court system with sufficient ability and background to design and lead complex research projects
Exemplary qualitative analysis skills
Strong presentation and writing skills
Ability to manage and motivate people
Evening, weekend, holiday, and overtime work is required. Extensive travel, both in and out of state is required. Standing and carrying is also required. Lifting up to 50 lbs is required.
Greater Reno-Tahoe 2009 "Best Places to Work" Finalist
ATTORNEY, ASSISTANT
Salary Range: $45,000 – $67,500 per annum, DOE
FLSA Status: Exempt
An Attorney Assistant position is currently available in the Family Violence Department, Reno office. The Attorney Assistant must have an understanding of domestic violence and experience working in the domestic violence field, experience working with the judiciary, and knowledge about protection orders, custody and visitation, and child protection services issues.
Minimum requirements for this position include:
Graduate degree from an accredited law school
Superior knowledge of domestic violence laws, policies, and philosophies and its affect on protection order issues, custody and visitation issues, and child protection issues
Ability to design, coordinate, and implement meetings and projects that improve the justice system’s response to the public
Excellent analytical, writing, and research skills
Strong organizational skills with both a broad vision and attention to detail
Ability to work collaboratively with NCJFCJ staff, partner organizations, other domestic violence advocacy groups, the judiciary, project advisory committees and subcommittees, and volunteers
Knowledge of grant application and implementation processes
Knowledge of adult education theory and strong speaking and presenting skills
Proficiency with word-processing and other office software
Familiarity with Westlaw and the ability to track legislative issues
Extensive travel and evening/weekend work required.
From January through June 2010, the Northern Nevada Field Coordinator will be primarily focused on coordinating the day-to-day operations of a large portion of a statewide signature drive to place an initiative on the ballot.
From July 2010 through November 2012, this position will manage grassroots organizing and field operations in the northern part of the state.
Specifically, the Northern Nevada Field Coordinator will be responsible for:
* Coordinating the day-to-day operation of a large portion of the statewide signature drive, which will include: recruiting, training, and managing petition circulators; ensuring a high overall validity rate of signatures collected; attending and running signature turn-in events, where circulators will return completed petitions; and keeping track of all signatures submitted and overseeing payments to circulators
* Representing the campaign in a professional manner and ensuring circulators to do the same.
* Networking with elected officials and community leaders in order to build a coalition of support for the campaign
* Building an online and offline grassroots base of support for the campaign
* Recruiting and managing campaign volunteers for campaign work
The Northern Nevada Field Coordinator reports to MPP-NV’s Campaign Manager.
Qualifications
Candidates should be highly organized, with meticulous attention to detail; get along well with a wide range of people; and be able to work weekends and occasional long hours.
Experience with training others, grassroots organizing, working on a signature drive or political campaign, and successfully networking with elected officials and building coalitions are significant pluses, but not required.
Compensation
The salary for the position is $40,000. In addition, MPP offers excellent benefits, including health care, retirement contributions, and a generous vacation policy.
To Apply
To apply, please see http://www.mpp.org/jobs/process.html and follow the instructions there. Interviews are being conducted on a rolling basis, so interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
About MPP
With 38 employees, 29,000 dues-paying members and 100,000 e-mail subscribers nationwide, MPP is the largest marijuana policy reform organization in the United States. MPP works to minimize the harm associated with marijuana - both the consumption of marijuana and the laws that are intended to prohibit its use - and believes that the greatest harm associated with marijuana is imprisonment.
Qualification/Requirement:
Position requires excellent oral and written communication skills, ability to work independently, ability to work a flexible schedule that includes nights and weekends. Reliable transportation a must. Experience with program management and community relationships highly desirable. Bilingual a plus.
Responsible for providing direct crisis intervention services to Spanish and English speaking clients. Refer and advocate for clients with appropriate local resources. Provide phone and in-person peer counseling to adult and child clients. Provide assistance with Temporary Protective Order paperwork. A qualified candidate should possess strong planning and organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks, and complete all required paperwork to maintain tracking system of client’s progress.
Ability and willingness to take initiative and responsibility, and to function in an organized manner with a minimum of supervision. Willingness to work as part of a team effort. Must possess emotional maturity and stability and be able to model non-violent behavior in resolving conflicts and exercise appropriate boundaries. Ability to accept diverse personal and cultural behaviors of people in a non-judgmental manner. Once hired, you will be required to attend the TWS 63 hour Crisis Intervention Training.