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Our mission is to transform the lives of people with disabilities by training homeless dogs as service dogs and addressing conditions such as diabetes, seizures, and psychiatric challenges. We believe in fostering profound connections between clients and their service dogs, driven by mutual care, respect, and love. To further our mission and embody our core values of kindness, growth, integrity, inclusivity, and positivity, we are seeking a passionate and dedicated Full-Time Development Director/fundraising manager to join our team.

Who We Are: Medical Mutts Service Dogs Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to training rescue dogs as service dogs while promoting collaboration between dogs and people through science, education, and ethical training.

Role Overview: As the Full-Time Development Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Medical Mutts by leading our fundraising efforts and strengthening our connections with donors and supporters. This role offers a unique opportunity to build and shape a crucial function within our organization.

Responsibilities:

Fundraising Strategy: Develop and manage a comprehensive annual plan to achieve our fundraising goals in alignment with our core values.

Donor Engagement: Cultivate strong and authentic relationships with donors, clients, and supporters from diverse sectors, working closely with the public, our board, and volunteers.

Fundraising Events: Plan and oversee major fundraising events that align with our mission, creating memorable experiences for our community.

Database Management: Maintain donor records with precision in our fundraising database, ensuring accurate donation entry and information.

Grant Support: Research, identify, and establish relationships with potential sources of grant support. Assist in writing, submitting, and reporting on grant applications.

Marketing Materials: Contribute to the development and production of marketing materials, including brochures, displays, flyers, videos, annual reports, press releases, and event invitations.

Online Engagement: Develop communication strategies using social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube) and our website to expand our online presence and engagement.

Community Engagement: Attend nonprofit events and network with stakeholders, building strong relationships with staff, the public, and the media.

Qualifications:

• Passion: Enthusiasm for making a positive impact in the lives of people with disabilities and rescue dogs in need of loving homes.
• Fundraising Expertise: Demonstrated knowledge and experience in fundraising, including grant applications, events, and donor engagement.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional written, verbal, and telephonic communication skills. Proficiency in public speaking and presenting to diverse audiences.
• Creativity: Ability to generate innovative ideas and think strategically to drive our fundraising efforts.
• Project Management: Strong project management skills with meticulous attention to detail and the ability to establish reliable processes and systems.
• Collaborative Spirit: Thrive in a small team environment, lead by example, support colleagues, and actively seek opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Flexibility: Willingness and ability to travel, work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Computer Literacy: Proficiency in computer applications and technology relevant to the field.

If you are a passionate and results-oriented individual who shares our core values and is eager to contribute to our mission, we encourage you to apply for the role of Full-Time Development Director at Medical Mutts Service Dogs. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of people with disabilities and rescue dogs, bringing kindness, growth, integrity, inclusivity, and positivity to every aspect of our work.

Medical Mutts

Strauss Media Strategies is looking for a media relations professional to join growing team of experts. The individual will work with team members across the country on projects ranging from tech to environmental to book authors to automotive and beyond. Our clients range from independent book authors to global technology firms, from small non-profits to US government agencies. The successful candidate will be tasked with counseling clients on developing winning broadcast strategies, creating a path forward, pitching journalists, and tracking results.

Our firm brings over a quarter-century of experience as a leading public relations and strategy firm specializing in broadcast media relations. Working on behalf of top-tier clients, we bring a solid team of professionals to the table to deliver on industry leading results. We provide subsidized health insurance, a profit-sharing plan for staff retained over a year, vacation time and fun holiday parties.

The ideal candidate will come with some experience phone and email pitching media outlets, or similar professional experience that translates. They will also have the ability to understand a wide array of topics, both complex and straightforward to draw out the most compelling news stories worth putting on air.

Candidates with a newsroom background are encouraged to apply, even if they do not have a pitching background. The firm values the ability and skill needed to craft a verbal and written pitch, and we believe that folks who have worked in radio and TV newsrooms bring something special to the table. Ideally, you would have been on the receiving end of pitches from publicists, agencies and other PR folks.

A superior comfort level on the phone is critical, as you will be working with team members in various locations, as well as with clients and members of the media across the country. Experience with general audio and video editing as well as with the Adobe and Microsoft Office Suites of software is appreciated. Some travel may be required – maybe 5% depending on client/project needs. Spanish language skills are a huge plus.

Ideally based in the Washington, DC area, we will also consider quality candidates in any part of the country. You should be a self-starter, adaptable, friendly and a problem solver.

Strauss Media Strategies, Inc.

The Project Manager’s role involves overseeing and guiding the staff and daily operations within the designated area. The primary responsibilities are to ensure the delivery of top-quality customer service and the attainment of sales or productivity targets. This position demands a versatile skill set and a self-motivated, driven individual. Additionally, this opportunity may involve occasional fieldwork, which will necessitate effective management skills and the capacity to establish new relationships within your assigned territory.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Assists with the hiring and training of qualified candidates for entry-level & technician roles.
• Oversees the day-to-day progress of projects & workflow of the branch.
• Provides contribution with performance evaluations that are timely and constructive, providing recommendations for promotion and salary adjustment as appropriate.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Effectively communicates with other Operations Manager to set reasonable sales and/or retail goals.
• Collaborates with Operations Manager to set performance standards. Standards may be based on financial and operational goals and required compliance with internal, local, state, and federal policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Conducts regular staff meetings to ensure that goals and objectives are clearly communicated with the team; provides guidance and leadership to enable the team to meet these goals and objectives.
• Identifies training needs and opportunities; develops and implements a plan for meeting those needs.
• Maintains and develops positive relationships with existing and prospective clients, demonstrating excellent customer service and setting an example for other team members.
• Participates in community activities to promote the organization and to build goodwill.
• Collaborates with other marketing team and the Operations Manager regarding advertising, marketing, and growth campaigns.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Travel may be required.

Required Skills / Abilities

• Excellent leadership and management skills.
• Exceptional sales, customer service, business development and interpersonal skills.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Exemplary organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, delegating when appropriate.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Experience

• Experience in the installation of structured cabling & fiber optic infrastructure, required.
• Familiarity in the installation & programming of Access Control & Surveillance systems, preferred.
• Accountable and Competent in the supervision and management of small to large commercial construction projects, preferred.

Physical Requirements

• The ability to climb ladders, perform inspections & job walks in both new construction sites and existing structures.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift to 60 pounds at times.

Perks

• Insurance, Health, Wellness. Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance.
• Financial & Retirement. 401(k) Plan, Performance Bonus
• Family & Parenting. Flexible Hours, Family Medical Leave
• Vacation & Time Off. Paid Vacation. Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
• Perks & Discounts. Employee Assistance Program, Lunch & Learns
• Professional Support. Job Training, Professional Development, Tuition Assistance

M S Benbow and Associates Professional Engineering Corporation

The Project Manager’s role involves overseeing and guiding the staff and daily operations within the designated area. The primary responsibilities are to ensure the delivery of top-quality customer service and the attainment of sales or productivity targets. This position demands a versatile skill set and a self-motivated, driven individual. Additionally, this opportunity may involve occasional fieldwork, which will necessitate effective management skills and the capacity to establish new relationships within your assigned territory.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Assists with the hiring and training of qualified candidates for entry-level & technician roles.
• Oversees the day-to-day progress of projects & workflow of the branch.
• Provides contribution with performance evaluations that are timely and constructive, providing recommendations for promotion and salary adjustment as appropriate.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Effectively communicates with other Operations Manager to set reasonable sales and/or retail goals.
• Collaborates with Operations Manager to set performance standards. Standards may be based on financial and operational goals and required compliance with internal, local, state, and federal policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Conducts regular staff meetings to ensure that goals and objectives are clearly communicated with the team; provides guidance and leadership to enable the team to meet these goals and objectives.
• Identifies training needs and opportunities; develops and implements a plan for meeting those needs.
• Maintains and develops positive relationships with existing and prospective clients, demonstrating excellent customer service and setting an example for other team members.
• Participates in community activities to promote the organization and to build goodwill.
• Collaborates with other marketing team and the Operations Manager regarding advertising, marketing, and growth campaigns.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Travel may be required.

Required Skills / Abilities

• Excellent leadership and management skills.
• Exceptional sales, customer service, business development and interpersonal skills.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Exemplary organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, delegating when appropriate.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Experience

• Experience in the installation of structured cabling & fiber optic infrastructure, required.
• Familiarity in the installation & programming of Access Control & Surveillance systems, preferred.
• Accountable and Competent in the supervision and management of small to large commercial construction projects, preferred.

Physical Requirements

• The ability to climb ladders, perform inspections & job walks in both new construction sites and existing structures.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift to 60 pounds at times.

Perks

• Insurance, Health, Wellness. Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance.
• Financial & Retirement. 401(k) Plan, Performance Bonus
• Family & Parenting. Flexible Hours, Family Medical Leave
• Vacation & Time Off. Paid Vacation. Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
• Perks & Discounts. Employee Assistance Program, Lunch & Learns
• Professional Support. Job Training, Professional Development, Tuition Assistance

TruConnect

ICA Cristo Rey Academy – Corporate Work Study Program 

Manager of Corporate Engagement

ICA Cristo Rey Academy is a Cristo Rey School, sponsored by the Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose. Located in the Mission District of San Francisco, the school is in its 140th year of operation and its 14th year as a member of the Cristo Rey Network. The Cristo Rey Network comprises 39 secondary schools that provide a quality Catholic, college preparatory education to urban secondary school students from families of limited resources. ICA Cristo Rey Academy is the only all- girl secondary school within the Network. All students at Cristo Rey Network schools participate in a work-study program through which they help finance a percentage of the cost of their education, gain real world job experience, grow in self-confidence, and realize the relevance of their education. The focus of the educational program is to successfully prepare young women of faith, integrity, and service to attend college and vision a future for themselves as contributing citizens.

Job Description 

The Manager of Corporate Engagement cultivates new client relationships to achieve full and meaningful employment of all students, as well as ensures the retention and growth of existing Corporate Work partners. Maintaining and securing work study sponsors for all students is essential to the successful operation of ICA Cristo Rey Academy. The successful Manager of Corporate Engagement will expand the school’s community outreach and involvement to grow brand awareness and recruit new corporate partners. 

Responsibilities include: 

• Plan an annual stewardship plan in close collaboration with the CWS and Development teams and President’s office.
• Execute a strategic plan for job acquisition.
• Manage the entire sales cycle with new partners including lead generation and cultivation, securing face-to-face meetings, selling the program, agreement execution, and onboarding.
• Build a database of potential partners through referrals from current sponsors, board members, other supporters of the school, and your own research.
• Maintain up-to-date records in the CRM across the CWS and Development Salesforce databases.
• Plan and execute events in service of job recruitment and retention.
• Develop and maintain relationships with corporate partners currently in the portfolio.  
• Increase awareness of the CWS among Bay Area business leaders.
• Develop community relationships that will result in referrals and introductions.
• Work with the Director of Marketing to create marketing materials and ensure implementation of communication plans.
• Attend networking events and meetings to increase the number of prospects in the pipeline.
• Provide direction and advice to the Director of CWS and Vice President of Development regarding the needs of potential and existing corporate sponsors.
• Work with the Development team to leverage and cultivate prospects identified through the job recruitment process who may be able to assist the school at large. 
• Collaborate with the CWS team on relationship management, student and supervisor training, and site visits. 
• Attend CWS and schoolwide meetings to understand school culture and student experience. 
• Represent ICA Cristo Rey Academy at community events and in professional organizations; attend day, evening, and weekend school events, functions, assemblies, and meetings as directed by the President.
• The position reports to the Vice President of Development and meets regularly with the Director of CWS and CWS team.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Cristo Rey alumni strongly encouraged to apply
• Bachelor’s degree with minimum 2 years experience in the sales, business development, recruiting, and/or marketing and communications fields
• Significant experience and verifiable track record of meeting annual revenue goals
• Ability to execute projects independently
• Demonstrated ability to connect and build relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders, including students, staff, families, guardians, corporate partners, and the community. 
• Highly organized, capable of balancing and prioritizing concurrent projects and deadlines
• Experience with in-person networking and web-based and social media communications
• Familiarity with the Greater Bay Area business community strongly preferred
• Proficiency in G Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, all social media platforms
• Working knowledge of Salesforce or comparable CRM management systems a plus
• Commitment to DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion)
• Demonstrates enthusiasm, openness, and dedication to being a lifelong learner 

Compensation

The anticipated salary range the school reasonably expects to pay candidates for this position is $78,000 to $85,000, depending on factors such as experience and education.

Application Process

To apply, submit a resume and cover letter highlighting your interest in and readiness for this position to Tina Sprouse, [email protected], with the subject line: Manager of Corporate Engagement.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis on an expedited timeline until the position is filled.

ICA Cristo Rey Academy

“The mission of the Christian in the world is a mission for all, a mission of service,

which excludes no-one.” Pope Francis

MISSION EDUCATION AND COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR

Are you looking for a chance to be a part of Pope Francis’ mission of inclusive service? The Pontifical Mission Societies supports the Church’s missionary activity by providing critical resources to the world’s most under-served populations in 1,100+ mission territories. We raise awareness among Catholics worldwide about the need to support these mission communities through prayer and resources. Our local office is responsible for encouraging the Catholics of the Archdiocese of Boston to regularly participate in the global mission of the Church.

We are currently seeking a practicing Catholic to be our full time Mission Education and Communications Coordinator. This position includes, but is not limited to, the following duties and responsibilities:

MISSION EDUCATION DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (40% OF POSITION)

Develops and maintains ongoing relationships with school, parish, and Archdiocesan staff to assist educators in awakening and developing a faith-based worldwide missionary consciousness

Schedules, coordinates, develops, and speaks at Catholic schools and parish faith formation programs. Acts in collaboration with local religious mission communities to secure speakers

Helps to create and deliver online monthly educational resources for religion teachers, catechists, and catechetical leaders

COMMUNICATIONS – RESPONSIBILITY OVERVIEW (35% OF POSITION)

Helps to plan and develop communication strategies and programs to build awareness and promote our Mission with a captivating on-line, social media focus

Assists in development of strategies and content for posting on all designated social media outlets

Possesses strong creative writing, story telling, and content creation skillsMaintains pages of the Societies’ blogs, postings, and websites

Develops and tracks social media influence measurements

Proficient in use of Canva. Knowledge of InDesign software a plus.

OFFICE DUTIES (25% OF POSITION)

Partnering with Administrative Assistant for bi-weekly donation counts

Helping with office projects and events as needed

KNOWLEDGE & SKILL SET

Candidate must be an enthusiastic, practicing Catholic, have a passion for serving others, and an interest in supporting the global mission of the Church

Bachelor’s Degree or credentials equivalent to teach in Archdiocesan school system or to serve as Parish Director of Religious Education. Communications Majors a plus.

Excellent written, interpersonal, communication [including proofreading] and public speaking and presentation skills necessary

Knowledge of marketing and social media

Proficient skills with Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Excel.

Strong program planning and organizational skills with excellent attention to detail

Enjoys working in a team setting and is a practical, self-motivated individual that enjoys meeting and engaging with new people

Critical thinker with ability to plan ahead on multiple projects at once

Physical Performance Elements:

•Driver’s License and vehicle

•Ability to sit for up to eight hours /day

•Ability to use a keyboard for up to eight hours/day

•Ability to lift up to twenty pounds

The duties and requirements described above are representative of those encountered during performance of the essential functions of this job. They are to be performed either in our office or on location in Catholic schools and parish Faith Formation locations within the Archdiocese of Boston. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pontifical Mission Societies of Boston

Gotion Global is responsible to promote Gotion High-Tech products to international multi-market, to meet and satisfy customer demands. Gotion High-Tech is one of global leading companies in traction battery, energy storage system, and other unlimited special rechargeable battery application fields.

Define and shape the PR strategy to elevate market exposure

· Maintain and expand media relations to build brand reputation

· Lead brand events to enhance media and consumers brand experience on media and social platforms

· Synergize with internal and external team to maximize brand business and marketing impact

· Lead PR team and empower subordinates to success

· Develop and implement PR/communication strategies, manage the overall brand image

· Identify partnership, cross marketing and KOL/ celebrity endorsement opportunity with cost-efficiency

· Lead and deliver high quality events, media fam trip and workshops to promote brand/ product

· Manage PR agency to build strong media relationship, generate clippings through stories, interviews, product features, and provide timely clippings.

· Support new resort opening with strong media campaigns and PR materials.

· Drive external and internal communication, handle media issues/crisis communications and providing prompt media responses

· Budget planning & control, team management

· Minimum of eight years of marketing communication/PR experience in traditional and digital teams, advantageous if experience is in both an agency and in-house setting.

· Creative thinking and an all-round make-it-happen leadership attitude

· Strong story-telling experience to consumer, corporate and media partners.

· Demonstrable experience of an integrated approach to PR (content, social media, influencers, media partnership etc.)

· Strong media contacts; sound knowledge of influencers and non-traditional channels

· Crisis and issues management experience is a must

· Quick thinking and ability to spot trends and exploit opportunities to respond quickly to social sentiment

· Project management capabilities and experience in managing creative and production resources

· Experience in working within a matrix organization structure, across internal business units and external agency and media partners

·· Great Chinese and English writing, editing and proof-reading skills

· Experience of managing and optimizing budgets

Gotion Inc.

At Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center, we welcome diversity; we encourage, uplift, and are honored to serve people who have been historically underrepresented and underserved. Our mission is to provide high-quality, culturally appropriate healthcare to low-income residents of Washington and Yamhill Counties, with a special emphasis on seasonal and migrant farm workers and others with barriers to receiving healthcare. We strive to provide an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we employ and serve.

If you are unsure whether you meet all the required qualifications for this role but are interested and passionate about this potential position, we encourage you to apply.

Job Summary: The Communications & Events Program Manager (CEPM) is an integral member of the Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center Communications Team with expertise in content creation, media relations, public relations, marketing and communication tools, event coordination and vendor management. The CEPM will manage and drive both internal and external communications for the organization, including marketing, strategy and health center events. Some evening and weekend work may be required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage all internal and external marketing and communications for the Health Center to ensure consistent messaging in print, social media and our website.
• Manage programmatic marketing and communications for the health center, providing strategic planning for program success and deliverables.
• Manage marketing, promotional and event budgets for multiple, simultaneous grant-driven programs, providing status updates and deliverables as required.
• Manage and plan all communication and marketing needs for internal VG events, often collaborating with senior management and other departments to reach internal goals.
• Manage all aspects of the annual State of Virginia Garcia, including scripting, logistics, communications and recording with the Health Center CEO.
• Manage internal communications, including the weekly Hot Sheet and quarterly VG Voice, including creating content, managing deadlines, distribution and overseeing the Digital Communication Specialist (DCS) for the implementation of the digital version.
• Manage all external partnerships negotiating and coordinating staff VIP experiences and discounts.
• Manage all vendor and partner relationships such as apparel, printers, designers and promotional materials.
• Active member of internal program committees such as Health and Safety, Employee Appreciation, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, to provide programmatic and marketing guidance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Handle protected health information in a manner consistent with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA).

HIPAA Requirements

The CEPM will have some access to patients for the purposes of interviewing to gather patient stories. Applying the minimum necessary standard of HIPAA, if interviewing patients, the individual in this role shall not disclose individual identifiable information without the proper consent form completed by the individual interviewed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Excellent interpersonal, oral, non-verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional writing and presentation skills.
• A self-starter, able to manage multiple projects at one time.
• A positive and professional work ethic.
• Ability to set priorities, take initiative and manage diverse responsibilities.
• Able to multi-task, managing multiple projects and deadlines at one time.
• Ability to work with confidential information, including but not limited to union bargaining support.
• Social media savvy. Experience with planning applications such as Later and Hootsuite preferred.
• An understanding of advocacy, equity, and inclusion.
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, safe driving record and insurance coverage required.
• Bilingual written and verbal proficiency (Spanish/English) preferred.

Education and Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s degree communications, marketing or relevant field.
• Minimum of five years of experience in marketing and/or communication work.
• Experience creating and implementing marketing and communication strategies that effectively reach a diverse population across multiple locations.
• Experience working across departments at all levels of management.
• Involvement in event planning, coordination, management, and implementation required.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite tools required.
• Solid understanding of video editing tools such as Premier Pro or Filmora.
• Proven successful experience working as a member of a team.

Behavioral Competencies:

Accountability

• Role model VG’s mission, vision, and shared values

Customer-Focus

• Listen to the voice of the customer and strive to delight them by exceeding their expectations

Teamwork

• If someone needs help, help them

Initiative

• Be innovative, apply fresh ideas, and continuously improve how you do your work

Confidentiality

• Maintain strict confidentiality and respect the privacy of others

Ethical

• Demonstrate integrity, honesty, and stewardship in all encounters at work

Respect

• Demonstrate consideration and appreciation for co-workers and patients

Communication

• Demonstrate the ability to convey thoughts and ideas as well as understand perspective of others

Physical Requirements:

Percentage of time spent:

• Standing: 10%
• Walking: 10%
• Sitting: up to 75%
• Lifting/Carrying: 5%
• Bend, Reach, Stoop: 5%
• Use of Computer: up to 80%
• Must be able to lift/carry up to 40 lbs. – supplies

Equipment Used:

Office Equipment

• Computer: to perform data entry and word processing
• Telephone, fax, copier, scanner

Immunization:

Staff member must meet immunization requirements as stated in VGMHC’s immunization policy and state and federal guidelines.

Job description represent a general outline of the essential and major job duties, functions and qualifications required. They cannot be all-inclusive and comprehensive due to the dynamic nature of work performed to accomplish VGMHC’s Mission.

VGMHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from consideration for employment because of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, veteran status, marital status or physical challenges. The policy applies not only to recruitment and hiring practices, but also includes affirmative action in the area of placement, promotion, transfer, rate of pay and termination.

Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center

Description:

Robert Half’s marketing & creative client is looking for a Communications Specialist for a 3-6 month contract role in the Providence, RI area. This will be a 40 hour-per-week opportunity that will work in a hybrid capacity; candidates must be willing and able to be on-office 2 days a week. The Communications Coordinator will be responsible for developing copy for internal marketing documents and materials. Must have 2-3 years of copywriting/internal communications experience. If interested and available, apply today!

Qualifications:

• 2-3 years of copywriting/internal communications experience required
• Experience writing for long-form internal documents
• Retail/E-commerce industry experience is a plus
• Strong attention to detail
• Project management skills

Robert Half

About Sims Metal

Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As responsible corporate citizens, we continuously seek new ways to broaden our participation in the environmental sector, ensuring that our future is as bright, safe, and secure as at any time in our long history.

Job description

Community/Government Relations Manager

This position requires prior experience and local affiliations with community outreach efforts in Sacramento, CA.

This position is responsible for managing the West Region’s community outreach efforts. These efforts are intended to support both the community and Sims’ business objectives. The position will build partnerships and engagement with local community leaders and organizations to enhance the company’s reputation, demonstrate our commitment to the community, and display our willingness to be open and honest with our host community and neighbors.

This is a hybrid job with travel as needed for community outreach efforts. The successful candidate will be based in Sacramento, CA. Travel is also required as needed to various locations within the region including Hayward, CA, Rancho Cordo, CA, Redwood City, CA, Richmond, CA, Sacramento, CA, San Jose, CA, Stockton, CA, Fernley, NV and Sparks, NV.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop an understanding of the company’s business operations, goals, and objectives in order to set priorities for community investments and activities and to develop a territory-specific community relations plan.
• Lead the implementation of the Sims Social License Framework for the West Region.
• Identify new community investments and commitments that support the company’s business objectives.
• Partner with other Sims’ stakeholders to ensure successful implementation of the community relations program while seeking ways to continue to increase our impact and advocacy.
• Build strong relationships and partnerships with community leaders and host communities, developing sustainable solutions to identified community issues.
• Establish metrics, determining our community impact and the value of our investments, involvement, and programs within the community.
• Lead the regional Community Event Committee and maintain staff members’ engagement with community projects.
• Develop and maintain media contacts and distribution lists specific to community relations and investment strategies.
• Collaborate and engage with executives, senior leaders, and other staff on the company’s community relations strategy and vision.
• Author and manage the review process for letters, mailers, and social media (or web) content related to community engagement efforts.
• Manage the region’s community relations budget, including charitable donations and engagement activities.

Education/Work Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Corporate Responsibility/Sustainability, Communications, Marketing, Psychology, Government/Politics or a related field.
• 7+ years in community relations/affairs, corporate philanthropy, non-profit, or foundation management or equivalent.
• Strong project management experience with the ability to manage and track multiple projects and activities.
• Experience building and maintaining relationships with community organizations, including advocate groups, nonprofit groups, and community agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to think critically and strategically about the community affairs program design and implementation.

• Qualifications

• Must be organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to execute plans efficiently and effectively without supervision.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• High-energy individual who is amiable and outgoing.
• Experience consulting with senior leaders in various functional areas, collaborating to achieve shared outcomes.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills and must have the ability to effectively interact with executives, senior leaders, and external/community partners.
• Experience preparing presentations and presenting to senior management and community leaders.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal presentation.
• Ability to work weekends and evenings, as needed. The successful candidate will be expected to work in an office environment but will have flexible a schedule to deal with the various demands and aspects of a community relations role.
• Ability to visit regional sites and to travel to regional events as needed.
• Experience leading and conducting volunteer events.
• Excellent listening skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• While not required, bilingual (English

Find Out More…Please visit www.simsltd.com for more information on Sims and its commitment to sustainability.

SIMS LIMITED IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. WE VALUE THE DIVERSITY OF ALL OF OUR EMPLOYEES AND ARE COMMITTED TO CREATING AN INCLUSIVE WORKING ENVIRONMENT WHERE EVERYONE CAN CONTRIBUTE, ADVANCE ON MERIT, AND REALIZE THEIR FULL POTENTIAL. SIMS LIMITED IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. THE COMPANY DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE WITH REGARD TO RACE, SEX, RELIGION, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, CITIZENSHIP STATUS, DISABILITY, AGE, MARITAL OR FAMILIAL STATUS, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY, GENDER EXPRESSION, VETERAN STATUS, HOUSING STATUS, SOURCE OF INCOME, OR ANY OTHER STATUS PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS. THIS APPLIES TO ANY EMPLOYMENT DECISION, INCLUDING RECRUITING, HIRING, PLACEMENT, PROMOTION, TERMINATION, LAYOFF, RECALL, TRANSFER, LEAVES OF ABSENCE, COMPENSATION, AND TRAINING. QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WITH A DISABILITY IN NEED OF A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION MAY REQUEST SUCH WITHOUT FEAR OF REPRISAL OR DISCRIMINATION.

Sims Limited