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via BambooHR posted_at: 18 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
$15.85 - $17.85/hr. - Get to $17.85/hr. in just ONE YEAR!!!! ELIGIBLE FOR MEDICAL BENEFITS AFTER 30 DAYS... AMAZING INCENTIVES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES! GET $100 SIGNING BONUS IN YOUR FIRST PAY CHECK AND A $250 SIGNING BONUS AFTER THE COMPLETION OF 90 DAYS!!! FAST HIRING PROCESS!! APPLY NOW!!! MUST BE ABLE TO WORK 10 - 12HRS DAILY!! Functions/Tasks: • Operate production tooling and equipment in a manner that achieves production and quality goals $15.85 - $17.85/hr. - Get to $17.85/hr. in just ONE YEAR!!!!

ELIGIBLE FOR MEDICAL BENEFITS AFTER 30 DAYS...

AMAZING INCENTIVES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES!

GET $100 SIGNING BONUS IN YOUR FIRST PAY CHECK AND A $250 SIGNING BONUS AFTER THE COMPLETION OF 90 DAYS!!!

FAST HIRING PROCESS!! APPLY NOW!!!

MUST BE ABLE TO WORK 10 - 12HRS DAILY!!

Functions/Tasks:
• Operate production tooling and equipment in a manner that achieves production and quality goals and standards.
• Assist in maintaining Business Operating System integrity and alerting those situations that do not meet the quality system requirements to management.
• Maintain integrity of tooling and equipment necessary to perform work.
• Disposition and move suspect assemblies or components to Non-Conforming or assembly rework area.
• Work in a manner that promotes teamwork among fellow workers
• Communicate effectively with direct supervision on all aspects of the job performance, including across all shifts.
• Accurately complete all paperwork associated with the job assignment.
• Document all activities as required
• Adhere to all company guidelines for Emergency Evacuation to ensure employee safety.
• Any additional responsibility deemed necessary by management.

Required Education:
• High School Diploma or equivalent

Desired Experience:
• Entry Level
• Familiar with quality specifications and documentation in an automotive environment is a plus
• Trained in color and/or appearance testing approval where applicable

Personal Abilities/Skills:
• Good written and mathematical skills desired
• Good communication and team working skills
• Ability to lift 50lbs required
• Able to tolerate standing for 8+ hours
• Good hand and eye coordination
• Ability to lift, climb, carry, pull, grip, grasp, and reach for majority of the work day
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via Basden Steel - BambooHR schedule_type: Full-time
Basden Steel Corporation is an AISC certified Steel company based in Burleson, TX. Utilizing our Texas and Oklahoma based plants and coupled with some of the industries most advanced equipment we provide structural steel services for Texas, Oklahoma and surrounding. Our business model, since the company was formed, has always been to deliver a turn-key steel package to our clients. "Seamless Service"​ has been our consistent motto. Our list of successfully Basden Steel Corporation is an AISC certified Steel company based in Burleson, TX. Utilizing our Texas and Oklahoma based plants and coupled with some of the industries most advanced equipment we provide structural steel services for Texas, Oklahoma and surrounding. Our business model, since the company was formed, has always been to deliver a turn-key steel package to our clients. "Seamless Service"​ has been our consistent motto. Our list of successfully completed projects ranges from Schools, Data Centers, Office, Industrial and Truss Heavy projects. We pride ourselves on our attention to the clients needs and fostering a cooperative effort to successfully complete project after project. When you look at the number of repeat clients we have our success speaks for itself.

Welcome! Thank you for your interest in our Company!
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via BambooHR schedule_type: Full-time
Dunkin’ Donuts is hiring part-time and full-time Crew Members! If you have an attention to detail, take pride in being a team player, and love coffee + donuts, we want to meet you! Dunkin’ Crew Members serve delicious food and beverages in a fast paced, exciting environment. Above all, we provide superior customer service with a smile to each guest... • Starting at $12.00 - $13.00 per hour • If you have Dunkin experience, earn more! • Weekly Dunkin’ Donuts is hiring part-time and full-time Crew Members!

If you have an attention to detail, take pride in being a team player, and love coffee + donuts, we want to meet you! Dunkin’ Crew Members serve delicious food and beverages in a fast paced, exciting environment. Above all, we provide superior customer service with a smile to each guest...
• Starting at $12.00 - $13.00 per hour
• If you have Dunkin experience, earn more!
• Weekly pay!
• Flexible scheduling
• Excellent Health Benefits!
• Vacation, PTO & Holiday pay!
• 401k w/ Company match!
• Annual appraisals & rewards!

Must be at least 16 years old. Dress to impress and bring your I-9 IDs to your interview.

Apply here to our locations: https://jobs.chattr.ai/radiant

Or Text 'Apply' to 855.521.2331

Store location: 6190 US-41 S Apollo Beach
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via Iovance Biotherapeutics Inc - BambooHR posted_at: 2 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Overview Iovance Biotherapeutics is seeking a Training Specialist for the Training Group to join the Operations team for the new Iovance manufacturing site at 300 Rouse Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA. Iovance is an immune- oncology company focused on the development and commercialization of novel cancer immunotherapies based on tumor infiltrating lymphocytes (TIL). The companies lead candidate is an... autologous, ready-to-infuse cell therapy, that has Overview
Iovance Biotherapeutics is seeking a Training Specialist for the Training Group to join the Operations team for the new Iovance manufacturing site at 300 Rouse Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA. Iovance is an immune- oncology company focused on the development and commercialization of novel cancer immunotherapies based on tumor infiltrating lymphocytes (TIL). The companies lead candidate is an... autologous, ready-to-infuse cell therapy, that has demonstrated distinctive efficacy in the treatment of metastatic melanoma. The company has Phase 2 clinical trials in progress for squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck, cervical carcinoma, non-small cell lung cancer, and immunotherapy for solid tumors. The company currently is developing its commercial manufacturing capacity to support development and launch of these assets.
As this person will be a trainer for the autologous cell therapy manufacturing program, a background in cell culture, aseptic gowning and qualification, and ISO class 5 cleanroom operations is required.

Specific Responsibilities
• Assist in the development and/or review developed training materials.
• Support management with the alignment of manufacturing processes with technical training and ensure consistent alignment between the processes.
• Identify trends and update training as necessary
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of current cell therapy manufacturing process, as this role is viewed as a subject matter expert within specific area.
• Deliver training sessions and ensure training documentation is maintained. Ensure training schedules meet company production and quality targets.
• Assists with identification of training needs, establishing a feedback loop to ensure continuous improvement, and using key performance indicators to measure training effectiveness.
• Continuously seek and support new approaches, practices and processes to improve the efficiency and efficacy of training.
• Provides operational support functions including materials stocking, kit preparation, reagent preparation, cleaning activities, and equipment maintenance.
• Required to support cleanroom operations on a frequent basis.
• Supports technical transfer and additional research level testing activities.
• Adheres to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), including Good Documentation Practices (GDP). Completes recording of data to comply with regulatory requirements.
• Supports documentation needs, which may include drafting and approval of SOPs, Batch Records, Deviations, CAPAs, etc. Perform basic revisions as needed to accurately reflect current procedures.
• Attends the daily lab meeting and escalates issues/concerns at that forum to Area Management for further investigation.
• May work on assignments that are moderately complex in nature, where judgment is required to resolve operational issues without negatively impacting manufacturing efforts.
• Troubleshoot unexpected results, prioritize workload and solve moderately complex problems.
• Ability to work in a team environment and independently as required. Works on routine assignments per written procedures, where ability to recognize deviation from accepted practice is required.
• Ensure raw data records are accurate, complete, and in appropriate order, and meet protocol specifications and/or GMP requirements. Review documentation of functions performed as part of quality control requirements. Review data as generated/collected by less experienced technical staff.
• Contribute to department operations improvement in areas such as SOP revisions and department inspections.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
• Minimum bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) in biology, biochemistry, bioengineering, or related technical field, or equivalent industry experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in biopharmaceutical based GMP manufacturing operations, including experience in cell culture and associated downstream processing. Cell therapy experience preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.
• Demonstrated strong technical knowledge of aseptic processing in cleanroom environments is a must.
• Strong knowledge of and experience in in-lab skills training, including aseptic technique and cell culture processing.
• Experience leading “development” initiatives, i.e., training, coaching, learning initiatives.
• Ability to mentor and provide best practices to other members of the team.
• Ability to build relationships quickly and credibly. Provide consistent, excellent support to staff, with the ability to influence large teams within the manufacturing environment (potentially 50+ employees) representing a variety of personalities and experience levels.
• Ability to accurately and reproducibly perform arithmetic calculations including fractions, decimals and percentages and basic algebraic and geometric calculations.
• Proactive, results oriented, self-starter with demonstrated strong leadership skills and experience in a complex manufacturing environment.
• Ability to deal with ambiguity – ready to change gears and plans quickly, with the need to manage constant change.
• Ability to work successfully in a fast-paced team-oriented environment.
• Quality mindset, familiar with 21 CFR Part 11 and standard GxP best practices and FDA regulations.
• Excellent presentation skills, both written and verbal.
• Understands and complies with quality standards and requirements as documented.
• Must have strong written and verbal communication and organizational skills.
• Strong computer skills, problem solving and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with data and sample management required (LIMS/MES)
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Must adhere to Iovance Biotherapeutics core values, policies, procedures and business ethics.
• Lead Trainer is required to work the assigned schedule. This position is currently for regular work week hours (1st shift M-F); however, due to the nature of cell therapy manufacturing schedules, must be willing to work alternative shifts, weekends, evenings, and holidays, as needed. It is also expected that regular work weeks may change once commercial manufacturing commences and may involve shift changes (i.e. Tuesday to Saturday). May be required to work overtime.
• Need to be able to read, write and understand English, and be proficient in Microsoft (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Physical Requirements
• Must be able to work in environment with variable noise levels
• Must be able to work in Lab setting with Biohazards /various Chemicals
• Clarity of vision at near and mid-range, depth perception, ability to identify and distinguish colors.
• Must be able to wear appropriate clean room attire and all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), i.e. scrubs, gowning coverall, masks, gloves, etc.
• Works in production environment with exposure to latex and bleach. Potential exposure to noise and equipment hazards and strong odors.
• Ability to stand/sit/walk for long periods of time
• Ability to crouch, bend, twist, reach, and perform activities with repetitive motions
• Ability to lift 20 lbs

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via Login – Fox Valley Special Recreation Association - BambooHR schedule_type: Part-time
JOB PURPOSE: To assist the Program Leader with assigned duties during general programs and special events... EMPLOYMENT STATUS (FLSA) Hourly DAYS/HOURS: • Work schedules vary based on employee availability and participant attendance times. Available shifts vary. SHIFTS Monday – Friday 3:30pm-8:00pm Saturday 9:00am-3:00pm SHIFT LOCATIONS Varies SALARY $15/HR (18+ YEARS OF AGE) $13/HR POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: • Have an interest JOB PURPOSE:

To assist the Program Leader with assigned duties during general programs and special events...

EMPLOYMENT STATUS (FLSA)

Hourly

DAYS/HOURS:
• Work schedules vary based on employee availability and participant attendance times. Available shifts vary.

SHIFTS

Monday – Friday

3:30pm-8:00pm

Saturday

9:00am-3:00pm

SHIFT LOCATIONS

Varies

SALARY

$15/HR (18+ YEARS OF AGE)

$13/HR

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
• Have an interest and commitment in working with individuals with disabilities.
• Must have a basic knowledge and understanding of recreation programming for individuals with disabilities.
• Must demonstrate an ability to work effectively with FVSRA staff and individuals who have a disability.
• Must be highly motivated and enthusiastic to provide a quality experience for those participating in the program(s).
• Must demonstrate dependability, promptness, and punctuality.
• Be safety conscious.
• Must display confidence, maturity, and flexibility.
• Must have the ability to engage in activities requiring physical exertion.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Adheres to all FVSRA safety policies and procedures and the FVSRA Policy Manual.
• Must be able to respond to needs of individuals with disabilities.
• Ability to follow directions and carryout such instructions in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Communicate regularly with FVSRA Program Leaders regarding any program-related concerns and programmatic questions.
• Supervise participants of varying ages in FVSRA programs, encourage participation and promote appropriate interactions.
• Assist and supervise up to four participants, including awareness of dietary needs, medications, allergies, seizures, behavioral management needs, wheelchair assistance and daily living skills.
• Communicate clearly with small groups of people and individuals.
• Must be able to take initiative and help the Program Leader with program preparations such as setting up, greeting participants/parents/guardians, collecting lunches.
• Attend orientation, meetings, in-services, trainings.
• Immediately reports all accidents and unsafe conditions to the Program Leader, as well as cooperate and assist in incident investigations.
• Provide timely responses to phone calls, voicemails, and written materials, whether received by mail, facsimile, text, and e-mails.
• Treats public concerns with the utmost and courteous attention.
• Proactively respond to situations and communicate all incidents to the Support Staff Manager.
• Must be able to work under stressful situations.
• Must be able to respond to needs of individuals with disabilities.
• Understand simple oral and written instructions related to his or her assignment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The Program Assistant must, with or without reasonable accommodations, be able to perform the following functions:
• Gather, load, transport and set-up equipment and supplies for activities.
• Physically assist individuals in wheelchairs by pushing, pulling, or providing stabilization on unknown terrain.
• Physically transfer individuals from wheelchair to chair, into and out of vehicles, from pool deck into pool, in washroom facilities, etc.
• Active participation in programs.
• Lift and carry as much as 50 pounds for as long a distance as 300 feet.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The employee may be exposed to elements when loading and unloading participants or when assisting with outdoor functions. Most activities are performed indoors; these conditions include lighting and temperature.

Fox Valley Recreation Association (FVSRA) is an equal opportunity employer
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via PF Spam - BambooHR schedule_type: Part-time
We are looking for talented, reliable, trustworthy individuals that can provide superior customer service in the following positions: Cashier, Stock, Deli & Bakery, and Meat Market! A candidate must be able to... - show a stable work and/or educational history, - basic mathematical ability (add, subtract, multiply, divide), - be able to safely operate store equipment (cash registers, pallet jacks, compactors, fryers, etc.), - follow directions, We are looking for talented, reliable, trustworthy individuals that can provide superior customer service in the following positions: Cashier, Stock, Deli & Bakery, and Meat Market!

A candidate must be able to...

- show a stable work and/or educational history,

- basic mathematical ability (add, subtract, multiply, divide),

- be able to safely operate store equipment (cash registers, pallet jacks, compactors, fryers, etc.),

- follow directions, be hospitable to co-workers,

- assist customers with purchases and/or carrying/loading of groceries, etc.

- Cashiers and Customer Service Clerks must be able to obtain a Responsible Vendor Server Permit within 45 days of hire date.

- comply with the local and state laws by refusing to sell alcohol, lottery and tobacco products to underage customers.

- Deli/Bakery workers must be willing/able to cook/fry/serve food for orders and food hotline.

- comply with company policies and procedures, including but not limited to, Drug and Alcohol Policy, Harassment Policy, Employee Conduct and Safety Policies.

- must be able to perform the physical functions of the job. Working in any one of our positions requires reaching, pulling, heavy lifting (up to 80lbs), long hours standing on tile/concrete, walking, climbing, and work in various weather/temperatures/humidity levels.

Prior experience in a related position is preferred, but not required.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. For more detailed description, please click here.

To learn more about our Piggly Wiggly stores, visit our website at www.tangipig.com
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via Login – Spartanburg County First Steps - BambooHR schedule_type: Full-time
Assistant Teacher To support the Early Head Start Program by assisting infant and toddler teachers (birth to 3yrs). Full-Time week with state benefits. Minimum Qualifications for Consideration: High School Diploma or GED required with coursework in ECD 101 preferred. Must have ability to communicate and provide support to a diverse group of families. Excellent references required. Apply online at... 1steps.bamboohr.com/jobs. Application review for Assistant Teacher To support the Early Head Start Program by assisting infant and toddler teachers (birth to 3yrs). Full-Time week with state benefits. Minimum Qualifications for Consideration: High School Diploma or GED required with coursework in ECD 101 preferred. Must have ability to communicate and provide support to a diverse group of families. Excellent references required. Apply online at... 1steps.bamboohr.com/jobs. Application review for this position is an ongoing/rolling process and will remain open until filled. First Steps is an Equal Opportunity Employer Show more details...
via Sweet Cow - BambooHR schedule_type: Full-time
Job Title: Scooper Reports To: General Manager... SUMMARY We’re looking for a Day Time Scooper to become part of our friendly atmosphere and join our enthusiastic team. This is you if…you’re passionate about providing customers with the best experience possible. You enjoy working with people who take providing great service seriously yet have fun doing it. You are energized by positive, genuine interactions and committed to contributing to Job Title: Scooper

Reports To: General Manager...

SUMMARY

We’re looking for a Day Time Scooper to become part of our friendly atmosphere and join our enthusiastic team. This is you if…you’re passionate about providing customers with the best experience possible. You enjoy working with people who take providing great service seriously yet have fun doing it. You are energized by positive, genuine interactions and committed to contributing to the collaborative spirit of the team. And you’re looking for an opportunity to learn, grow and explore your career potential. Availability during the day going into the fall season is preferred.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Greet customers to make them feel comfortable and welcome
• Serve customers’ and handle cash and credit transactions
• Follow Sweet Cow’s operational policies and procedures, including those for cash handling and safety/security to ensure the safety of all team members during each shift
• Demonstrate knowledge of the brand and menu items
• Serve menu items to customers in a courteous and timely manner
• Quickly and accurately prepare menu items including ice cream, shakes, cakes, and ice cream sammies
• Check quality and temperatures throughout the day to ensure Sweet Cow quality and safety standards are met or exceeded
• Follow sanitation and safety procedures including knife handling and kitchen equipment
• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the shop and ensures proper set up and/or breakdown of the entire shop including queue, restrooms, scooper and prep areas
• Effectively handle customer concerns and complaints
• Work as a team to prepare the shop for each shift
• Act with integrity, honesty and knowledge that promotes the culture of Sweet Cow
• Maintains regular and consistent attendance and punctuality
• Contributes to a positive team environment

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/REQUIREMENTS
• Excellent customer service skills required
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Team oriented, adaptable, dependable, and strong work ethic
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and team members
• Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays
• Must be at least 16 years of age

EXPERIENCE
• Previous service industry experience preferred
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via BambooHR posted_at: 3 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Field Application Scientist (FAS) Sales... Position: Field Application Scientist (Full-time) Location: Boston/San Francisco Bay Area Experience: 3+ years of experience demonstrating scientific capital equipment Education: Advanced science or engineering degree, Masters or PhD About the Job: Nicoya’s mission is to improve human life by helping scientists succeed. Based in Kitchener, Ontario, home to Canada’s Silicon Valley, we're a global Field Application Scientist (FAS)

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Position: Field Application Scientist (Full-time)

Location: Boston/San Francisco Bay Area

Experience: 3+ years of experience demonstrating scientific capital equipment

Education: Advanced science or engineering degree, Masters or PhD

About the Job:

Nicoya’s mission is to improve human life by helping scientists succeed. Based in Kitchener, Ontario, home to Canada’s Silicon Valley, we're a global team of world-class engineers, scientists, and designers building disruptive products to help researchers make their next big discovery. And we’re growing quickly.

Our newest product, Alto, is accelerating drug discovery by providing detailed insights on human diseases and uncovering new ways to treat them. By integrating nanoplasmonic biosensors with digital microfluidics, Alto is disrupting the market as the first system to digitalize label-free detection and eliminate the high-cost and complexity of conventional instruments. We’ve raised over $35M in funding to date, including a $30M Series A, and were also recently named Life Science Company of the year by the LSO. Join the next stage of our growth as we accelerate the delivery of Alto and other innovative life science tools to scientists around the world.

Who you are:

You are excited by a challenge and you’re a life-long learner. You love working with people and you want to help researchers get the data they need to make scientific discoveries and improve human life. You like stepping out of your comfort zone while also keeping track of your day-to-day tasks. You want to be part of a thriving small team and you have great communication skills. You are motivated by making an impact on your workplace and you thrive on challenging problems. You’re a quick learner and you know when to move on from something when it isn’t working. You are looking to grow your career at an exciting biotech company! You will foster our mission to “Improve human life by helping scientists succeed”.

What you will do:
• Participate in the design and development of application based presentations
• Work closely with the Account Executive team to build the sales pipeline within your territory
• Serve as the Applications Demo Lab Manager within your territory
• Work closely with the product management team to identify new and novel applications that make the Alto differentiated from competitor instruments
• Help provide scientific technical support to clients on an as needed basis, serving as their application expert
• Help organize and maintain the publication library and leverage it for commercial opportunities
• Form collaborations with key opinion leaders; co-publish with key opinion leaders
• Build long term relationships across the industry
• Perform on-site demonstrations with clients as needed
• Perform technical presentations at customer sites
• Help drive adoption of our label-free analysis products
• Work with the marketing organization to develop content

Our ideal candidate has:
• Hands-on experience running biochemical and biophysical analysis techniques
• Excited and motivated to travel
• 3+ years of experience in a field applications role for scientific instruments or other technical products
• Excellent communication and customer relation skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong desire to work with people in a variety of situations
• An enthusiastic attitude while demonstrating dedication to hard work and the ability to perform under pressure, able to adapt to last-minute changes
• Previous experience in academic, industrial research or development setting
• Previous experience with CRM software
• Has excellent organizational and time management skills to be able to perform a wide variety of tasks effectively

About Us:

Nicoya’s mission is to improve human life by helping scientists succeed. We are a fast-paced, rapidly growing company with a worldwide presence based in Kitchener, Ontario. We have a team of world-class engineers, scientists, and designers building disruptive products to help researchers make their next big discovery. Our newest product, Alto, is a scientific instrument for the biotechnology research and drug discovery industry. It provides detailed information on molecular interactions using optical nanosensor technology known as localized surface plasmon resonance (LSPR). It is the first SPR instrument on the market to incorporate Digital Microfluidics technology which has disrupted an industry that has been primarily dominated by highly expensive and complex instrumentation. We recently raised $10 million in Series A funding to boost development, sales and marketing initiatives for Alto.

Nicoya is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know. We will accommodate your needs as required under applicable legislation. Information related to accommodation requirements will be addressed confidentially.

In your application, please include your resume along with a cover letter. While we appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted
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via BambooHR schedule_type: Full-time
Location: Atlanta- main office Reports to: Executive Director... Direct Reports: 3-4 Classification: Full-time salary FLSA Status: Exempt Department: Administration Benefits: Health/Dental/Vision benefits, 401K plus 15 PTO, and one-week paid holiday (Christmas Eve - January 1) Salary Range: Commensurate with experience Apply At: https://literacyaction.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=34 Website: www.literacyaction.org SUMMARY Literacy Action, Location: Atlanta- main office

Reports to: Executive Director...

Direct Reports: 3-4

Classification: Full-time salary

FLSA Status: Exempt

Department: Administration

Benefits: Health/Dental/Vision benefits, 401K plus 15 PTO, and one-week paid holiday (Christmas Eve - January 1)

Salary Range: Commensurate with experience

Apply At: https://literacyaction.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=34

Website: www.literacyaction.org

SUMMARY

Literacy Action, Inc. (LAI) seeks a dynamic, dedicated individual as a Deputy Director (DD). Reporting to - and working closely as a partner with - the Executive Director (ED), the DD will be a seasoned leader and coach, with the ability to operate on strategic, managerial, and hands-on levels and to help guide the organization across programmatic, and administrative functions.

The DD will bring proven nonprofit management expertise and experience in community-based programs, business development, advocacy/organizing, finance, operations, and/or other relevant disciplines. The DD must have a keen attention to detail, the ability to delegate effectively, a proven track record in motivating and unifying teams, and have solid organizational, problem-solving, and clear decision-making skills. The DD will be comfortable with and committed to fostering the development of staff.

The DD identifies opportunities and challenges and works across departments and teams to come up with highly innovative solutions. Three core teams will roll up to the DD’s supervision: Operations, Development and Programs. The DD’s work will serve to increase the effectiveness and impact of LAI’s services in the region.

The DD must demonstrate a highly focused social justice lens, excellent communications and relationship building skills, a deep belief in the power and potential of engaged communities, and the ability to promote a clear, inspirational vision for LAI’s next chapter.

Responsibilities: Together with the ED and Board of Trustees, the DD will develop a plan to share and allocate responsibility for key leadership tasks, including:

Strategic Planning
• Proactively identify internal opportunities and challenges and work with the ED to address them
• Manage key projects and special initiatives that relate to organizational growth

Operational
• Provide oversight of internal operations, including Human Resources, Finance, Legal, Governance, IT and Facilities Management

○ HR priorities include development and implementation of effective recruiting, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, and professional development policies; sustaining an internal culture that promotes initiative, appropriate risk taking, learning, cooperation, equity, and mutual respect

○ Financial priorities include budgeting, reporting, audits, and compliance, especially around government grants and accounting related to restricted funds

○ Facilities priorities include developing a long-term space plan for the organization and implementing health and safety protocols in response to COVID-19

○ IT priorities include evaluating LAI’s third party helpdesk vendor; the ability to support remote work arrangements; and the cybersecurity measures
• Provide high-level input to inform decisions the organization makes around both legal and financial risks, such as contracts and insurance policies
• Provide high-level input to inform staffing decisions related to growth, performance, and accountability
• Evaluation: Assist in improving and monitoring the organization’s performance reporting systems (including program and fundraising data); ensure successful adoption of Salesforce database; Contribute to the ongoing development of the database in tracking prospective funders as well as program outputs and outcomes

Programmatic:
• Support two senior leaders in overseeing LAI’s program and development work
• Lead staff in long-term program planning, establishing outcomes and clear project plans
• Work with the senior leadership team to develop and evaluate program strategies and goals
• Work with external partners to harness resources for LAI including but not limited to opportunities for employment, enrichment opportunities and enhanced educational opportunities

Fundraising and External Relations
• Contribute to grant writing and reporting processes
• Represent LAI as appropriate with stakeholders, partners, and funders
• Engage in building donor relationships and lead fund development efforts

Supervision and Staff Management
• Provide coaching and training to push staff members to reach long-term professional goals
• Run Leadership team meetings

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
• Approachable, collaborative, and willing to learn as well as teach
• Team-player capable of working both collaboratively and independently
• Flexible and able to multi-task; can work within an ambiguous, fast-moving environment, while also driving toward clarity and solutions
• Demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities and solving complex operational problems
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, and the ability to translate data into clear and simple messages for a wide range of audiences
• Superb interpersonal skills, including the ability to generate respect and trust from colleagues, direct reports, and external constituents
• Ability to maintain calm and steadiness during times of crisis or stress
• Ability to provide long-term, inspirational vision while simultaneously creating pragmatic solutions to day-to-day problems
• An understanding of how trauma impacts traditionally marginalized individuals and communities and how this influences the design and delivery of programs serving them
• Deep passion for LAI’s mission and values; commitment to building and maintaining a workplace that reflects the population served by the organization, as demonstrated through LAI’s commitment to hiring from the community

Experience and Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree with 10 years of managing and leading teams experience.
• Extensive senior management experience in a dynamic, responsive environment
• Proven track record of strategic financial management, business strategy, strategic planning
• Experience creating and managing budgets
• Ability to manage complex projects and departments
• Highly skilled at staff management, coaching, and development
• Experience managing cross-functional teams to develop and implement systems and processes to increase effectiveness and efficiency
• Experience navigating complex issues and making difficult decisions, often in high-pressure situations
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