The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Administrative Associate, Grantmaking & Strategy.
The application deadline is August 16, 2024.
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The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Database Manager. The application deadline is January 17, 2024. For more information and to apply, click here.
The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Project Director, Connecticut Consortium for BIPOC Technologists (CCBT).
The application deadline is January 21, 2024.
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Department: Finance
Reporting Relationship: Reports to the Executive Director
Pay Status: Salaried, Full-Time, and Exempt
The Director of Finance (“DoF”) is a collaborative, hands-on leader responsible for the financial business management of Neighborhood Music School (“NMS”). As a member of the leadership team, the DoF is a thought partner for the Executive Director in strategic decision-making and must have a deep belief in the NMS mission: “To deepen the human experience and build connections through the learning, practice and presentation of the performing arts.”
The DoF oversees accounting & audit, financial planning, information technology, data management, and employment, payroll, and benefits administration. The DoF continually evaluates best industry practices in comparison to internal systems and needed resources, with an eye toward both future needs and budget realities. This position works closely with the ED and Board to uphold fiduciary, risk management and compliance responsibilities for NMS. Currently, the DoF manages an administrative team that includes a staff accountant/payroll specialist, a billing/financial aid coordinator, and outside vendors, including IT, health benefits, audit, payroll, insurance, and legal.
Responsibilities:
FINANCE & ACCOUNTING
- Oversee and manage all aspects of the school’s accounting functions including general ledger, internal controls and cash management, reconciliation and monthly close, accounts payable, accounts receivable, customer billing, collections, annual audit and 990 tax exempt return, and financial accounts;
- Work with Executive Director, Board, and relevant staff to develop and monitor annual operating budget, capital budget, program budgets, and grant budgets;
- Provide timely and accurate financial reports, key performance indicators and market research;
- Prepare for and actively participate in staff, faculty, board, and finance committee meetings;
- Serve as primary staff support for the Board’s Finance & Risk Committee;
- Represent NMS in the community when needed.
ADMINISTRATIVE
- Ensure adequate insurance coverage is maintained, renewed or replaced in a timely manner;
- File and resolve all insurance claims;
- Maintain compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and filing requirements;
- Keep informed of industry best practices, while responding to evolving needs;
- Create and maintain all vendor and rental contracts;
- Review and ensure compliance with all contracts NMS enters into with outside parties;
- Manage workers comp audit.
EMPLOYMENT, PAYROLL, & BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION
- Maintain knowledge of industry trends and employment legislation and ensure compliance with federal and state legislation pertaining to all personnel matters;
- Manage the document flow for hires, terminations, leaves, salary changes, special payments;
- Oversee onboarding and off-boarding;
- Assist in creation of position descriptions and create organizational reporting chart;
- Create and collect annual faculty agreements;
- Administer staff review process;
- Maintain accurate and complete employee personnel files;
- Create and process a complex payroll system and produce 1099s;
- Produce wage notifications/updates for staff and faculty;
- Review and respond to unemployment compensation claims;
- Coordinate sexual harassment, emergency protocol, and Anti-Bias Anti-Racist training sessions andensure participation by all relevant parties;
- Work with Executive Director to set benefits policy;
- Partners with the benefits broker to facilitate the annual open enrollment;
- Oversee PTO analysis.
DATA & IT MANAGEMENT
- Provide general supervision for the overall administration, planning, coordination and execution of IT & data management functions, including assessing organizational needs and recommending solutions;
- Responsible for overseeing production and management of all student, family, enrollment, and financial data.
Requirements and Qualifications:
- An understanding of the NMS mission and a love of the arts;
- An appreciation of the diversity of the New Haven region and the NMS community;
- A commitment to equity and inclusion, and a desire to be part of building an anti bias, anti racist culture;
- Ability to think strategically and work collaboratively and with an open mind;
- A desire to lead through compassion and service and a commitment for personal growth;
- Attention to detail and accuracy, with pride in quality of work;
- Strong communication skills;
- Proof of Covid-19 vaccine and booster;
- Strong technical skills in financial accounting, reporting, and analysis;
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in financial management and/or accounting, with practical hands-on bookkeeping experience;
- Well-versed in the principles of fund accounting and non-profit management;
- Knowledge of employee benefits administration and human resource compliance;
- Technology savvy, including advanced-level proficiency in MS Excel and QuickBooks;
- Bachelor’s degree required. MBA and/or CPA preferred;
- Ability to prioritize effectively, and to manage multiple projects and timelines;
- Effective organization skills and attention to detail;
- Keen analytical and problem solving skills;
- The above position description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities for the position.
Compensation
- Salary of $85,000-$100,000 commensurate with experience.
To Apply: Send resume and letter of interest to finance@nmsnewhaven.org
Search #: 495563
Work type: Full-time
Location: Avery Point Campus
Categories: Research
JOB SUMMARY
The University of Connecticut (UConn) seeks applicants for the position of Environmental Justice Community Coordinator (Research Assistant 2) at the Connecticut Institute for Resilience and Climate Adaptation (CIRCA) to provide support for and contribute to the development of an environmental justice mapping tool, as well as a pilot grants program for community partners to engage in hyper-local planning on the disproportionate impacts of climate change on vulnerable communities. CIRCA is a multi‐disciplinary center that coordinates applied research and engagement programs to develop and advance practical solutions to problems caused by changing climate. CIRCA is located on UConn’s Avery Point Campus in Groton, CT.
The Environmental Justice Community Coordinator (EJCC) will work with the CIRCA team, and closely with the CT Department of Energy and Environmental Protection Office of Climate Planning (DEEP OCP), as well as, key stakeholders of the Connecticut Governor’s Council on Climate Change (GC3), Equity and Environmental Justice (EEJ) Working Group, to develop and implement a pilot grants program for EJ community partners; as well as lead associated engagement activities on behalf of CIRCA. Activities will include participating in the development and launch of an environmental justice mapping tool, the development and launch of the grants program, facilitating outreach activities to raise awareness and generate interest among EJ community partners, as well as, managing grant activities, organizing capacity-building workshops for grantees, and reporting on outcomes.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist in co-facilitating focus groups to ascertain community environmental and health concerns and review and assess data layers for an environmental justice mapping tool.
- Coordination of the planning, development, design, implementation, and evaluation of a grants pilot program for environmental justice community partners.
- Facilitation of an advisory committee to oversee program activities in consultation with CT DEEP OCP and GC3 Equity and Environmental Justice Working Group.
- Develop and implement outreach activities to generate interest and solicit proposals from potential grantees including the development of a Solicitation of Interest.
- Participate in outreach and engagement events on behalf of CIRCA in coordination with CT DEEP OCP and GC3 Equity and Environmental Justice Working Group.
- Work with CIRCA and university staff to administer, track, and report on grant activities and outcomes.
- May be responsible for various administrative duties as assigned.
- May participate in the planning, development, and implementation of grant proposals.
- Performs related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Five years experience in community engagement and/or community organizing, preferably in communities historically underserved and overburdened by environmental pollution; or one-year experience after earning a B.S./B.A. in Public Health, Public Policy, Planning, Geography, Sociology, Environmental Studies, or another relevant discipline.
- Experience in Environmental Justice (EJ) principles and history, through training and education or lived experience
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- Facilitation and collaboration experience
- Ability to travel to work locations throughout the state and region and participate in occasional evening and weekend meetings
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Demonstrated knowledge of, and experience working with community organizations in Connecticut that focus on addressing environmental justice, disparities in health outcomes, inequities in living conditions, and/or lack of political power for communities of color, including Black, Indigenous, Latinx, Americans, immigrants, other People of Color (“BIPOC”), low-income communities, people with disabilities, and other historically disadvantaged people.
- Experience planning and facilitating meetings and workshops both virtual and in-person
- Awareness of best practices for facilitating community partnerships focused on climate impacts on vulnerable populations
- Proficiency in a second language is a plus
- Experience working with state, local, and regional community organizations
APPOINTMENT TERMS
This is a full-time, 12-month position. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment at the University of Connecticut is contingent upon the successful candidate’s compliance with the University’s Mandatory Workforce COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. This Policy states that all workforce members are required to have or obtain a Covid-19 vaccination as a term and condition of employment at UConn, unless an exemption or deferral has been approved.
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
TO APPLY
Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Staff Positions, Search #495563 to upload a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references.
This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on October 17, 2021.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.
The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.
Advertised: Sep 17 2021 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Oct 17 2021 Eastern Daylight Time
The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Investment Associate. The application deadline is May 27, 2022.
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The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Investment Officer. The application deadline is December 31, 2021.
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The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Finance Officer. The application deadline is December 31, 2021.
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The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Grantmaking Associate. The application deadline is September 10, 2021.
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The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Communications Associate. The application deadline is September 10, 2021.
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MakeHaven, New Haven's community makerspace, is hiring an education coordinator. The education coordinator will ensure educational resources and systems are in place to empower artisans, entrepreneurs and hobbyists to make amazing things. MakeHaven is seeking an individual who can demonstrate both the administrative attention to detail and the strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with instructors and community partners.
See the complete job description and apply on Idealist.
Click here to see a job opportunity that is at the intersection of community and policy, focused on access to oral health.
=> Do you have community skills and want to take that to the policy level? Or you have policy skills and want to bring that to community engagement? The Connecticut Oral Health Initiative wants to meet you!
https://www.ctoralhealth.org/copy-of-employment-opportunities
It’s well known that biases often creep into the hiring process, from preferring a candidate who went to a certain university to guessing someone’s interest in a role based solely on their looks. Now there’s a study that suggests job candidates are judged on their socioeconomic status within seconds after they start to speak...
https://qz.com/work/1732327/yale-study-class-bias-against-job-candidates-forms-in-seconds/
The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven is pleased to announce the launch of a new program at The Foundation, the CFGNH Fellowship. Starting this year, we will offer a two-year paid Fellowship with the goal of building a pipeline of future leaders of under-represented members of our community for the local nonprofit and philanthropic sectors.
The deadline for applications is May 24, 2019. For more information and application instructions, please click here.
The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Development Manager. The application deadline is March 8, 2019.
For more information and to apply please click here.
It wasn’t too long ago that a lot of people were talking about a post-racial America. We had elected a Black president for the first time, and then went ahead and re-elected him four years later, and the country was feeling pretty good about itself.
While Barack Obama’s presidency was indeed a profound and meaningful mark of true progress, racism, of course, never really went away. The presence of a black president, hockey star, or movie-franchise superhero, however welcome and exciting, cannot reverse centuries of racial injustice.
In fact, racism is built right into every level of our society in ways that might surprise you...
https://www.benjerry.com/home/whats-new/2016/systemic-racism-is-real#.W2JO84J-_QY.email
Capital for Change is the nonprofit formed two years ago through the merger of Greater New Haven Community Loan Fund, Community Capital Fund and Connecticut Housing Investment Fund. We are a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) that creates high impact lending programs and products that help develop affordable housing, increase energy efficiency and nurture nonprofit organizations. We are looking to fill a crucial position in our growing organization.
The Senior Manager of Operations and Organizational Development provides strategic and visionary leadership to develop and implement planned interventions that increase organizational effectiveness. The position drives organizational culture and effectiveness through management of diverse systems including talent management/HR, strategic planning and evaluation, and programmatic and administrative operations. Serving on the senior management team, the Senior Manager of Operations and Organizational Development reports to the CEO but serves all departments and staff of C4C. Initially the position will be based in New Haven with some travel to Hartford, and will then relocate to our new office in Wallingford this winter.
Applications must be received by Sunday, July 29th with interviews scheduled on a rolling basis. For more information and to apply please go to: https://www.ziprecruiter.com/job/a2b61a65
C4C is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. People with disabilities, people of color, Hispanic/Latinx and LGBTQ candidates are encouraged to apply. C4C is committed to developing a diverse, inclusive and talented staff team. If you are excited about this role but are unsure whether you meet 100% of the requirements we encourage you to inquire and/or apply.
Common Ground - high school, urban farm and environmental education center - has several full time and part time job openings. Please visit http://commongroundct.org/get-involved/join-our-staff/ for complete listings.
Position Description
Operations Manager, New Haven Land Trust
Our Mission
The New Haven Land Trust promotes the appreciation and preservation of natural resources in New Haven for the benefit and education of the community. We do this through land conservation, community gardening, and environmental education.
Our Culture
The Land Trust is a rapidly growing non-profit with a strong, community-focused mission. We harness the strengths of community members, volunteers, employees and our other organizational partnerships in a positive, yet dedicated way. The Land Trust’s approach is one of “can do”, where staff and volunteers are encouraged to be persistent, think outside of the box to confront challenges, and take ownership over the organization’s ongoing projects and mission. If you are someone who doesn’t give up after hearing “no”, who puts all your energy and passion into the projects you implement, and who enjoys working collaboratively with a diverse group of individuals, then you will fit in at the Land Trust.
Position
The New Haven Land Trust seeks an Operations Manager with strong organizational skills and a passion for community and environment, who can both manage the administrative tasks of the organization and play a supporting role to the many ongoing projects and strategic initiatives that the Land Trust is implementing.
Work Commitment
The Operations Manager will work 40 hours per week and will report directly to the Executive Director.
Compensation
$40,000/year with benefits.
Primary responsibilities of the Operations Manager will be:
Bookkeeping: This includes recording financial transactions and reconciling monthly statements, creating financial reports, making bank deposits, and managing accounts receivable and payable.
Office systems: Develop, strengthen and maintain office systems that ensure that key information is effectively recorded, filed and organized, office communication systems are in place, and a sufficient inventory of supplies is on hand.
Database management: Manage the Land Trust’s donor, volunteer and contact lists.
Outreach and communications: Assist with design of the Land Trust’s communication strategy. Keep the Land Trust’s social media platforms – Facebook, Twitter, website and email – active and alive with current information and notices. Assist with design of brochures and outreach material.
Events planning: Spearhead the planning and execution of Land Trust meetings and fundraisers such as our Annual Meeting and Fall Fundraiser.
Ensure the smooth running of office procedures: Triage incoming phone and email communications, order supplies, maintain an effective filing system.
Grant writing: Draft, compile and process grant applications for ongoing and future Land Trust programs.
Liaison and Representative: Assist with coordination, attend and in some cases lead various stakeholder meetings including both internal and external meetings.
Responsibilities will vary with specific tasks assigned as needed and to address the changing needs of the organization.
Ideal Skills and Qualities
The Operations Manager must demonstrate the following skills, experience, and expertise:
Strong organizational and financial skills
Candidates must be highly reliable with a keen sense of responsibility. They must bring a can-do attitude to their work, with a creative approach to solving problems. This includes an ability to multi-task while maintaining strict attention to detail and work well under pressure. Candidates must also have experience in keeping financial records and maintaining a tight financial management system.
Excellent project management skills
Proven track record in setting project objectives and timelines, managing tasks against a project plan, and providing insightful evaluation following completion. Ability to manage multiple project components and make adjustments in response to changing conditions.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
This includes oral and writing skills and an ability to relate to and communicate effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and styles. Experience running meetings, giving presentations, developing and executing marketing and communications strategies are all highly desired. Ability in Spanish language is a plus.
Experience in managing office systems.
Including ease with managing documents in Google Docs and Dropbox; facility with Adobe, and Microsoft Office Suite. Expertise in managing database systems, and in promoting through social media platforms is also required. Bookkeeping software experience is also highly desired.
New Haven Knowledge
Knowledge of New Haven’s diverse neighborhoods and in particular New Haven’s food system and environmental arena is highly desired.
Passion for environmental and food system issues is required.
Please send cover letter and resume by August 7, 2015 to justin.elicker@newhavenlandtrust.org. Please include “Operations Manager” in the subject line.
New Haven Land Trust is an "equal opportunity employer." New Haven Land Trust will not discriminate in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender expression, or sexual orientation.
