Date: Tue, 29 Jun 1999 17:10:02 -0700 From: Jean Richter Subject: 6/29/99 P.E.R.S.O.N. Project news 1. WA: Job openings in LGBT youth support services =========================================================== From: SLSiefert@aol.com Date: Mon, 28 Jun 1999 17:32:36 EDT Subject: Job Postings for GLBT Youth Org. JOBS AVAILABLE / PLEASE POST Lambert House, Seattle's center for glbt youth, has 3 positions open. Below are the text versions of the detailed job descriptions and application instructions. Please feel free to forward. Each description is complete and may be separated from the others if desired. Your assistance in attracting the most qualified and diverse group of candidates is very much appreciated. Steve Siefert Executive Director ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ POSITION OPENING #1: Administrative/Financial Assistant Overview Lambert House is an activities and resource center whose mission is to empower gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and questioning youth ages 14-22 through the development of personal, social and life skills. Located in Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood, Lambert House serves a wide spectrum of sexual minority youth who are in need of affirming support and positive opportunities for socialization that are often absent in their lives. Lambert House currently has an annual budget of $275,000, a staff of six and over 100 active volunteers. The Administrative/Financial Assistant is generally responsible for timely completion of day to day operational tasks that utilize clerical, organizing, telecommunication and basic math skills. The Administrative/Financial Assistant may be occasionally assigned other tasks related to similar operations of the organization. The Administrative/Financial Assistant will report directly to the Executive Director, while working closely and communicating frequently with other members of the organization, particularly the development director. Essential Skills * Knowledge and experience of personal computers and pertinent software (i.e. Excel, Access, Word, and preferably Quickbooks) * Ability to effectively manage a variety of mail, telephone calls and documents * Experience and comfort with working with multiple tasks with limited resources * Demonstrated ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and keep focused while managing multiple tasks * Demonstrated ability to set and meet or exceed measurable performance goals * Ability to handle stress and willingness to join a team effort in a changing environment * Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and build rapport with others in a personable manner * Demonstrated experience in working with young people * Experience working with diverse communities * Knowledgeable of the GLBT* community and supportive of the mission of Lambert House Duties and Responsibilities * Manage independently day to day financial tasks (i.e. entering checks, paying bills, reconciling statements, reporting payroll information, etc.) * Keep current and accurate records via the agency database with an efficient use of time * Organize, produce and maintain donor acknowledgement correspondence * Complete complex copying tasks * Generate standard soft-ware based reports as necessary * Prepare information as necessary for financial reviews or audits * Participate in agency staff meetings as directed * Other duties commensurate with abilities as assigned Qualifications * An Associates or Bachelors degree in a related field (i.e. finance, accounting, etc.) or experience commensurate with the duties and responsibilities outlined above * Ability to work with and utilize standard personal computing equipment and software * Ability to work during normal business hours with some flexibility Physical Requirements * Ability to climb and descend stairs 10-20 times per day * Ability to perform activities which require manual dexterity, lifting and reaching * Ability to perform moderate physical work, including lifting and carrying up to 30 lbs. on an occasional basis and 10-20 lbs. on a frequent basis * Lambert House is a smoke-free space. No smoking is allowed on the premises. Other Requirements * Must pass a Washington Sate Patrol background check * Meet Federal employment eligibility criteria * Within 30 days of employment, take and pass a PPD (TB) test * Attend ongoing workshops, classes, conferences and other skill-building training as assigned Compensation The pay range for this position depends on experience and reflects standard pay levels for this type of work. Compensation is hourly based on 20 hours per week. At this level of hours per week, this position offers paid leave and compensatory time benefits per personnel policies, but no health or disability insurance are offered. Deadline for Application: Postmarked by Monday, July 19, 1999 or until filled. How to Apply: Send a resume and letter of interest indicating salary desired to: Administrative Search Lambert House PO Box 23111 Seattle, WA 98102 Lambert House has a policy of non-discrimination as it applies to hiring, membership and the provision of services in regard to race, color, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, age, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability. Women and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply. ----------------------------------------- POSITION OPENING #2: Development Director Overview: Lambert House is an activities and resource center whose mission is to empower gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and questioning youth ages 14-22 through the development of personal, social and life skills. Located in Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood, Lambert House serves a wide spectrum of sexual minority youth who are in need of affirming support and positive opportunities for socialization that are often absent in their lives. Lambert House currently has an annual budget of $275,000, a staff of six and over 100 active volunteers. The Development Director is generally responsible for successfully designing, managing and implementing the full range of components of the agency's fund raising efforts. The Development Director may be occasionally assigned other tasks related to similar operations of the organization. The Development Director will report directly to the Executive Director, while communicating frequently with other members of the organization, including staff, volunteers, youth and board members. Essential Skills * Demonstrated experience and success with managing various fund raising methods including, but not limited to, direct mail, direct asks, tele-funding, special events, third party events, work place giving, corporate contributions, and grants * Knowledge and experience of personal computers and pertinent software (i.e. Microsoft Office Products, including Microsoft Publisher, and especially Microsoft Access) * Excellent and effective oral and written communication skills, including public speaking and presentations * Experience supervising or directing the work of others * Experience and comfort with working with multiple tasks with limited resources * Demonstrated ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and keep focused while managing multiple tasks * Demonstrated ability to set and meet or exceed measurable performance goals * Ability to handle stress and willingness to join a team effort in a changing environment * Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and build rapport with others in a personable manner * Demonstrated experience in working with young people * Experience working with diverse communities * Knowledgeable of the GLBT* community and supportive of the mission of Lambert House Duties and Responsibilities * Work with the Executive Director, Board of Directors, staff, committees, youth and volunteers to design, manage and implement successful fundraising initiatives targeting individuals, corporations, foundations and other groups * Support and facilitate the fund raising efforts of other members of the organization * Manage the cultivation and accurate handling of donor records via the agency database with an efficient use of time, including training others to accomplish this work * Work with the Executive Director and others to cultivate and maintain positive public relations * Design, coordinate and produce effective fund raising materials including brochures, flyers, mailing pieces, invitations, print ads, etc. * Effectively enlist and manage volunteers and staff to accomplish various tasks and projects * Create and insure the delivery of appropriate donor acknowledgements, including thank you letters, tax receipts and phone calls * Coordinate and accurately submit bank deposits * Manage or complete copying and reproduction projects as necessary to produce relevant materials * Generate concise and easily read technical reports as necessary * Participate in agency staff meetings, committee meetings, coalitions and other appropriate meetings and group processes as directed * Represent the agency in a professional and hospitable manner at appropriate times and places as indicated * Other goals and duties as assigned Qualifications * A Bachelors degree in a related field (i.e. finance, non-profit management, business, non-profit, etc.) plus two years experience in development, or experience commensurate with duties and responsibilities outlined above * Ability to independently create and proofread detailed written technical and professional documents, such as grants, press releases, invitations, correspondence, reports, etc. * Ability to speak persuasively about the organization and its programs * Experience developing effective relationships with various members of the community, including corporations, grass roots organizations, businesses, cultural groups, major donors, and more * Ability to work with and utilize current personal computing equipment and software (Microsoft Access experience is highly desired) * Ability to work during normal business hours with some flexibility for weekend and evening time as necessary Physical Requirements * Ability to climb and descend stairs 10-20 times per day * Ability to perform activities which require manual dexterity, lifting and reaching * Ability to perform moderate physical work, including lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs. on an occasional basis and 10-20 lbs. on a frequent basis * Lambert House is a smoke-free space. No smoking is allowed on the premises. Other Requirements * Must pass a Washington Sate Patrol background check * Meet Federal employment eligibility criteria * Within 30 days of employment, take and pass a PPD (TB) test * Attend ongoing workshops, classes, conferences and other skill-building training as assigned * Possess a valid Washington State Drivers License * Have personal access to an insured vehicle and be willing to travel on work-related business, often including transporting work-related materials Compensation The pay range for this position depends on experience and reflects standard pay levels for this type of work. The hours are flexible and may range from half to full time depending on level of duties assigned. This position offers paid leave, and compensatory time off, and, if scheduled 30 hours per week or more, health, dental, short-term disability, and group term life benefits per personnel policies. Deadline for Application: Postmarked by Monday, July 19, 1999 or until filled. How to Apply Send a resume and letter of interest indicating salary and hours per week desired to: Development Search Lambert House PO Box 23111 Seattle, WA 98102 Lambert House has a policy of non-discrimination as it applies to hiring, membership and the provision of services in regard to race, color, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, age, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability. Women and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply. -------------------------------------------- POSITION OPENING #3: Volunteer Coordinator Overview Lambert House is an activities and resource center whose mission is to empower gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and questioning youth ages 14-22 through the development of personal, social and life skills. Located in Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood, Lambert House serves a wide spectrum of sexual minority youth who are in need of affirming support and positive opportunities for socialization that are often absent in their lives. Lambert House currently has an annual budget of $275,000, a staff of six and over 100 active volunteers. The Volunteer Coordinator is generally responsible for designing, overseeing and implementing the recruitment, screening, training, placement, management and retention of volunteers staffing all of Lambert House's programs and activities. This is a "hands on" program development and oversight position involving extensive human interaction and the ability to motivate and coordinate both individuals and groups. The Volunteer Coordinator may be occasionally assigned other tasks related to similar operations of the organization. The Volunteer Coordinator will report directly to the Executive Director, while communicating frequently with other members of the organization, including staff, volunteers, youth and board members. Essential Skills * Previous volunteer management experience * Experience in program design and implementation * Excellent and effective oral and written communication skills, including conflict resolution * Basic knowledge and experience of personal computers and pertinent software (i.e. word processing, e-mail, database searching, and record updating) * Demonstrated ability to assess and screen volunteer candidates to match people with current programming needs * Experience and comfort with working with multiple tasks with limited resources * Demonstrated ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and keep focused while managing multiple tasks * Demonstrated ability to set and meet or exceed measurable performance goals * Ability to handle stress and willingness to join a team effort in a changing environment * Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and build rapport with others in a personable manner * Demonstrated experience in working with young people * Experience working with diverse communities * Knowledgeable of the GLBT* community and supportive of the mission of Lambert House Duties and Responsibilities * Work with other staff members and volunteers to design and coordinate successful programs and initiatives to recruit, screen, train, place, manage and retain adult volunteers to staff all of Lambert House's programs and activities * Provide back-up in staffing the house during open hours on an occasional basis * Track relevant statistics on volunteer services and programs, and prepare concise and effective reports as needed * Manage or complete copying and reproduction tasks as necessary to produce relevant materials * Participate in agency staff meetings, committee meetings, coalitions and other appropriate meetings and group processes as directed * Represent the agency in a professional and hospitable manner at appropriate times and places (i.e. for volunteer recruitment) as directed * Other goals and duties as assigned Qualifications * Possess experience commensurate with the duties and responsibilities outlined above * Comfortable and knowledgeable in working with at-risk youth issues such as homelessness, chemical dependency, prostitution, etc. * Comfortable and knowledgeable with issues of human sexuality, sexual orientation, and gender identity. * Able to independently create and proofread quality written material such as newsletter articles, brochures, etc. * Able to speak persuasively about the organization and its programs * Experienced in developing positive relationships with various members of the community, including civic groups, grass roots organizations, cultural groups, and others as indicated * Ability to work with and utilize current personal computing equipment and software * Ability to work during normal business hours with some flexibility for weekend and evening time as necessary to conduct and attend trainings and meetings Physical Requirements * Ability to climb and descend stairs 10-20 times per day * Ability to perform activities which require manual dexterity, lifting and reaching * Ability to perform moderate physical work, including lifting and carrying up to 30 lbs. on an occasional basis and 10-20 lbs. on a frequent basis * Lambert House is a smoke-free space. No smoking is allowed on the premises. Other Requirements * Must pass a Washington Sate Patrol background check * Meet Federal employment eligibility criteria * Within 30 days of employment, take and pass a PPD (TB) test * Attend ongoing workshops, classes, conferences and other skill-building training as assigned Compensation The pay range for this position depends on experience and reflects standard pay levels for this type of work. There are currently 30 hours per week assigned for this position. This position offers paid leave, and compensatory time off, and health, dental, short-term disability, and group term life benefits per personnel policies. Deadline for Application: Postmarked by Monday, July 19, 1999 or until filled. How to Apply Send a resume and letter of interest indicating salary desired to: Volunteer Coordinator Search Lambert House PO Box 23111 Seattle, WA 98102 Lambert House has a policy of non-discrimination as it applies to hiring, membership and the provision of services in regard to race, color, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, age, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability. Women and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply. ================================================================================= Jean Richter -- richter@eecs.berkeley.edu The P.E.R.S.O.N. Project (Public Education Regarding Sexual Orientation Nationally) These messages are archived by state on our information-loaded free web site: http://www.youth.org/loco/PERSONProject/