Annual Salary Range: $ 41,787.20 - $73,694.40 First Review of Applications: January 27, 2025 Expected Start Date: February/March 2025
Overview of Accounting and Finance Department SANDAG has great pride in being a fiscally responsible public agency and has implemented rigorous accounting processes and financial reporting procedures to monitor expenses, encumbrances, grant funds, and project budgets, and accurately document various types of financial transactions.
The department supports the day-to-day business operations of SANDAG through a team organized into two functional areas: Accounting & Finance and Revenue & Project Control. As part of the Accounting & Finance group, this position supports payroll duties and the department plays a critical role in supporting all agency programs. The team is highly regarded for their ability to maintain an exceptional level of accuracy and for providing outstanding customer service.
Role
The Limited-Term Accounting Specialist position will be a reliable individual who is detail-oriented, organized, and has the flexibility to meet changing priorities and workload demands. This position requires a high-level of initiative in order to gather and verify information, frequent interaction with employees and other customers, and adherence to control processes developed to ensure quality and timeliness of payroll processing.
The Accounting Specialist is an integral member of the Payroll team that supports a staff group of approximately 400 employees. This position ensures the timely and accurate processing of bi-weekly payroll for the agency.
This position will be filled as an Accounting Specialist I, II or III depending on experience.
This limited term position is funded for 1 year. Typical Qualifications
The minimum education, training, and experience qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and one to five years of recent experience providing support for payroll, preferably with a government-related organization. Specialized training or college level course work in accounting, business, finance, or a related field is desirable.
Demonstrated experience performing payroll duties for a mid-sized organization including processing payroll, auditing payroll reports, processing tax forms, and setting up voluntary deductions; experience using software for the processing of payroll including data entry, analysis, and report generation and generally accepted accounting principles. Experience with defined benefit plans, specifically, California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) is desirable.
Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and techniques involved in payroll administration and payroll related accounting practices; awareness of state and federal laws related to payroll practices, record keeping, retirement funds, and garnishments.
Experience preparing general ledger journal entries is desirable.
Candidates must pass a pre-employment criminal background check; periodic background checks will be a condition of ongoing employment. The selected candidate also can anticipate a driving record check upon hire, and approximately annually thereafter.
Benefits
SANDAG offers comprehensive benefits, to include health, dental, and vision insurance as well as employee assistance, wellness, and work/life balance programs. Additionally, SANDAG offers the following:
Hybrid work options
9/80 flexible work schedule
Pay-for-performance merit increases
Retirement - Defined Benefit Plan with the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS)
Retirement - 457 Defined Contribution Plan with Voya
Excellent health insurance options for employees and their eligible dependents
Free dental and vision insurance for employees and their eligible dependents
Education Assistance of up to $5,250 a year for regular employees
Free transit pass for use throughout the San Diego region, bus, Rapid Express, Trolley, and COASTER
Paid time off including 12 paid holidays, 2 floating holiday days, generous paid time off (PTO) per year, depending on length of service
Call (619) 699-1900 or visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sandag ? for information. First review January 27, 2025. EOE.
Full-time
Annual Salary Range: $ 41,787.20 - $73,694.40 First Review of Applications: January 27, 2025 Expected Start Date: February/March 2025
Overview of Accounting and Finance Department SANDAG has great pride in being a fiscally responsible public agency and has implemented rigorous accounting processes and financial reporting procedures to monitor expenses, encumbrances, grant funds, and project budgets, and accurately document various types of financial transactions.
The department supports the day-to-day business operations of SANDAG through a team organized into two functional areas: Accounting & Finance and Revenue & Project Control. As part of the Accounting & Finance group, this position supports payroll duties and the department plays a critical role in supporting all agency programs. The team is highly regarded for their ability to maintain an exceptional level of accuracy and for providing outstanding customer service.
Role
The Limited-Term Accounting Specialist position will be a reliable individual who is detail-oriented, organized, and has the flexibility to meet changing priorities and workload demands. This position requires a high-level of initiative in order to gather and verify information, frequent interaction with employees and other customers, and adherence to control processes developed to ensure quality and timeliness of payroll processing.
The Accounting Specialist is an integral member of the Payroll team that supports a staff group of approximately 400 employees. This position ensures the timely and accurate processing of bi-weekly payroll for the agency.
This position will be filled as an Accounting Specialist I, II or III depending on experience.
This limited term position is funded for 1 year. Typical Qualifications
The minimum education, training, and experience qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and one to five years of recent experience providing support for payroll, preferably with a government-related organization. Specialized training or college level course work in accounting, business, finance, or a related field is desirable.
Demonstrated experience performing payroll duties for a mid-sized organization including processing payroll, auditing payroll reports, processing tax forms, and setting up voluntary deductions; experience using software for the processing of payroll including data entry, analysis, and report generation and generally accepted accounting principles. Experience with defined benefit plans, specifically, California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) is desirable.
Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and techniques involved in payroll administration and payroll related accounting practices; awareness of state and federal laws related to payroll practices, record keeping, retirement funds, and garnishments.
Experience preparing general ledger journal entries is desirable.
Candidates must pass a pre-employment criminal background check; periodic background checks will be a condition of ongoing employment. The selected candidate also can anticipate a driving record check upon hire, and approximately annually thereafter.
Benefits
SANDAG offers comprehensive benefits, to include health, dental, and vision insurance as well as employee assistance, wellness, and work/life balance programs. Additionally, SANDAG offers the following:
Hybrid work options
9/80 flexible work schedule
Pay-for-performance merit increases
Retirement - Defined Benefit Plan with the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS)
Retirement - 457 Defined Contribution Plan with Voya
Excellent health insurance options for employees and their eligible dependents
Free dental and vision insurance for employees and their eligible dependents
Education Assistance of up to $5,250 a year for regular employees
Free transit pass for use throughout the San Diego region, bus, Rapid Express, Trolley, and COASTER
Paid time off including 12 paid holidays, 2 floating holiday days, generous paid time off (PTO) per year, depending on length of service
Call (619) 699-1900 or visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sandag ? for information. First review January 27, 2025. EOE.
Housing Senior Administrative Specialist - Temporary
City of Portland
Salary: $34.89 - $46.23 Hourly
Job Type: Temp (Budgeted)
Job Number: 2024-01067
Location: Portland OR 97201, OR
Bureau: Portland Housing Bureau
Closing: 11/4/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
The Position
Job Appointment: Temporary, full-time.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 am-5 pm. An alternate schedule may be available.
Work Location: Hybrid. In-person work is to be conducted at 1900 SW 4th Ave, Suite 7007, Portland, OR 97201. Remote work must be performed within Oregon or Washington. For more information, click https://www.portland.gov/policies/human-resources-administrative-rules/employee-behavior-expectations/hrar-4045-employee#toc-geographic-work-location.
Benefits: Please check our benefit tab for an overview of benefits for this position.
Union Representation: This classification is represented by the District Council of Trade Unions (DCTU). To view this labor agreement, please click https://www.portland.gov/bhr/employee-relations/labor-relations/labor-agreements. Applicants start at the entry salary rate. If you are a DCTU-represented employee, see the labor agreement for additional information or talk to your union representative.
Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland's online portal. You will need to respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume.
Position Summary The Portland Housing Bureau is looking for a Housing Senior Administrative Specialist to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to work independently, supporting various programs with specialized administrative functions. You'll collaborate with program staff, coordinate facilities, and provide staffing support to committees. Your responsibilities will also include data coordination, preparation of meeting documents, and completion of special projects. This position requires maintaining confidentiality while engaging with diverse communities and demonstrating tact and diplomacy. If you're ready to contribute your initiative, problem-solving skills, and commitment to equity, apply now to be part of our mission-driven team!
As a Housing Senior Administrative Specialist, you will:
• Assist program staff in developing correspondence.
• Provide front desk coverage; assist with payroll and timekeeping.
• Coordinate and support facilities.
• Offer staffing support to standing bureau and community committees.
• Collect, input, and coordinate data.
• Create meeting notices, agendas, and minutes.
• Exercise tact, discretion, and diplomacy in sensitive situations.
• Prepare, maintain, and safeguard accurate, concise, and confidential records and information.
• Communicate frequently with vulnerable populations, diverse communities, program partners, and program staff.
• Complete special projects and assignments as needed.
About the Bureau:
Since 2009, the Portland Housing Bureau (PHB) has worked toward a vision that "all Portlanders can find affordable homes...and have equitable access to housing." To that end, we are charged with developing citywide housing policy, delivering programs that increase the supply of affordable housing and promote stable homeownership, and administering a broad range of federal and local resources. Through our policies, plans, and funding, PHB works to stabilize families in their current homes, provide new affordable housing opportunities, and foster equitable, integrated, and diverse communities.
The mission of the Portland Housing Bureau is to solve the unmet housing needs of the people of Portland. The Bureau accomplishes its mission by building and preserving quality, affordable rental, and owner-occupied housing; supporting and sponsoring programs that help low-income Portlanders find, rent, buy, retain, and repair their homes; bringing together partners and leading them to assess the city's housing needs, choose sustainable solutions to efficiently meet them, and identify how best to pay for them; and reaching out to Communities of Color to ensure their participation in the economic opportunities that quality housing investments create.
Questions? Amanda Hillebrecht, Senior RecruiterBureau of Human Resourcesmailto:Amanda.Hillebrecht@portlandoregon.gov
To Qualify
The following minimum qualifications are required for this position:
• Experience in professional office and business practices, such as greeting customers, answering multi-line phones, customer service, payroll and timekeeping, purchasing, expense processing, confidential information, record keeping, archiving, and filing.
• Experience applying business communication including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Experience interpreting, applying, explaining, and reaching sound decisions in accordance with regulations, policies, and procedures. • Experience efficiently using standard office software to prepare a variety of routine to moderately complex documents and materials, such as Microsoft Office Suite, InDesign, web-content management, desktop publishing, access-type databases, and others.
• Ability to work independently and with a team of staff who perform similar duties.
• Ability to use tact and discretion in dealing with sensitive situations and concerned people and customers.
The Recruitment Process
STEP 1: Apply online between October 21, 2024 - November 4, 2024Required Application Materials: • Resume • Answer the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions)
Optional Application Materials:
• Veteran documents to request for Veteran Preference (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.)
Application Tips: • The City of Portland has https://tinyurl.com/pdxh2a and offers https://www.portland.gov/bhr/eventshttps://www.portland.gov/bhr/events once per month. If you have questions after watching the videos you are invited to contact the recruiter listed on the announcement. • Your responses to the supplemental questions should include details describing your education, training, and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement. • Your resume should support the details described in your responses to the supplemental questions. • Do not attach materials not requested. • All completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than the closing date and time of this recruitment. • All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.
Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of November 4, 2024 • An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and supplemental questions, weighted 100%. • Your resume and responses to the supplemental questions will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification. • You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the https://www.portland.gov/policies/human-resources-administrative-rules/employment/hrar-301-recruitment-processes for complete information. • Additional evaluation may be required before establishing the eligible list and/or final selection.
Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of November 11, 2024 • Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list.
Step 4: Selection (Interview): Late November
• The hiring bureau will review and select candidates to interview.
Step 5: Offer of Employment: Early December
Step 6: Start Date: December • A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.
*Timeline is approximate and subject to change*
Additional Information
https://www.portland.gov/bhr/career-center/recruitment-policy for additional information regarding the following:
• Veteran Preference • ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations • Work Status • Equal Employment Opportunity
To apply, please visit https://apptrkr.com/5740648
Full Time
Housing Senior Administrative Specialist - Temporary
City of Portland
Salary: $34.89 - $46.23 Hourly
Job Type: Temp (Budgeted)
Job Number: 2024-01067
Location: Portland OR 97201, OR
Bureau: Portland Housing Bureau
Closing: 11/4/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
The Position
Job Appointment: Temporary, full-time.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 am-5 pm. An alternate schedule may be available.
Work Location: Hybrid. In-person work is to be conducted at 1900 SW 4th Ave, Suite 7007, Portland, OR 97201. Remote work must be performed within Oregon or Washington. For more information, click https://www.portland.gov/policies/human-resources-administrative-rules/employee-behavior-expectations/hrar-4045-employee#toc-geographic-work-location.
Benefits: Please check our benefit tab for an overview of benefits for this position.
Union Representation: This classification is represented by the District Council of Trade Unions (DCTU). To view this labor agreement, please click https://www.portland.gov/bhr/employee-relations/labor-relations/labor-agreements. Applicants start at the entry salary rate. If you are a DCTU-represented employee, see the labor agreement for additional information or talk to your union representative.
Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland's online portal. You will need to respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume.
Position Summary The Portland Housing Bureau is looking for a Housing Senior Administrative Specialist to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to work independently, supporting various programs with specialized administrative functions. You'll collaborate with program staff, coordinate facilities, and provide staffing support to committees. Your responsibilities will also include data coordination, preparation of meeting documents, and completion of special projects. This position requires maintaining confidentiality while engaging with diverse communities and demonstrating tact and diplomacy. If you're ready to contribute your initiative, problem-solving skills, and commitment to equity, apply now to be part of our mission-driven team!
As a Housing Senior Administrative Specialist, you will:
• Assist program staff in developing correspondence.
• Provide front desk coverage; assist with payroll and timekeeping.
• Coordinate and support facilities.
• Offer staffing support to standing bureau and community committees.
• Collect, input, and coordinate data.
• Create meeting notices, agendas, and minutes.
• Exercise tact, discretion, and diplomacy in sensitive situations.
• Prepare, maintain, and safeguard accurate, concise, and confidential records and information.
• Communicate frequently with vulnerable populations, diverse communities, program partners, and program staff.
• Complete special projects and assignments as needed.
About the Bureau:
Since 2009, the Portland Housing Bureau (PHB) has worked toward a vision that "all Portlanders can find affordable homes...and have equitable access to housing." To that end, we are charged with developing citywide housing policy, delivering programs that increase the supply of affordable housing and promote stable homeownership, and administering a broad range of federal and local resources. Through our policies, plans, and funding, PHB works to stabilize families in their current homes, provide new affordable housing opportunities, and foster equitable, integrated, and diverse communities.
The mission of the Portland Housing Bureau is to solve the unmet housing needs of the people of Portland. The Bureau accomplishes its mission by building and preserving quality, affordable rental, and owner-occupied housing; supporting and sponsoring programs that help low-income Portlanders find, rent, buy, retain, and repair their homes; bringing together partners and leading them to assess the city's housing needs, choose sustainable solutions to efficiently meet them, and identify how best to pay for them; and reaching out to Communities of Color to ensure their participation in the economic opportunities that quality housing investments create.
Questions? Amanda Hillebrecht, Senior RecruiterBureau of Human Resourcesmailto:Amanda.Hillebrecht@portlandoregon.gov
To Qualify
The following minimum qualifications are required for this position:
• Experience in professional office and business practices, such as greeting customers, answering multi-line phones, customer service, payroll and timekeeping, purchasing, expense processing, confidential information, record keeping, archiving, and filing.
• Experience applying business communication including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Experience interpreting, applying, explaining, and reaching sound decisions in accordance with regulations, policies, and procedures. • Experience efficiently using standard office software to prepare a variety of routine to moderately complex documents and materials, such as Microsoft Office Suite, InDesign, web-content management, desktop publishing, access-type databases, and others.
• Ability to work independently and with a team of staff who perform similar duties.
• Ability to use tact and discretion in dealing with sensitive situations and concerned people and customers.
The Recruitment Process
STEP 1: Apply online between October 21, 2024 - November 4, 2024Required Application Materials: • Resume • Answer the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions)
Optional Application Materials:
• Veteran documents to request for Veteran Preference (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.)
Application Tips: • The City of Portland has https://tinyurl.com/pdxh2a and offers https://www.portland.gov/bhr/eventshttps://www.portland.gov/bhr/events once per month. If you have questions after watching the videos you are invited to contact the recruiter listed on the announcement. • Your responses to the supplemental questions should include details describing your education, training, and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement. • Your resume should support the details described in your responses to the supplemental questions. • Do not attach materials not requested. • All completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than the closing date and time of this recruitment. • All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.
Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of November 4, 2024 • An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and supplemental questions, weighted 100%. • Your resume and responses to the supplemental questions will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification. • You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the https://www.portland.gov/policies/human-resources-administrative-rules/employment/hrar-301-recruitment-processes for complete information. • Additional evaluation may be required before establishing the eligible list and/or final selection.
Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of November 11, 2024 • Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list.
Step 4: Selection (Interview): Late November
• The hiring bureau will review and select candidates to interview.
Step 5: Offer of Employment: Early December
Step 6: Start Date: December • A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.
*Timeline is approximate and subject to change*
Additional Information
https://www.portland.gov/bhr/career-center/recruitment-policy for additional information regarding the following:
• Veteran Preference • ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations • Work Status • Equal Employment Opportunity
To apply, please visit https://apptrkr.com/5740648
Alachua County Board of County Commissioners
Gainesville, FL
Minimum Qualifications Associate degree from an accredited college or university and two years general office/clerical and/or customer service experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. College course work will substitute for experience on a year for year basis. Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Applicants within six months of meeting the education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Position Summary This is highly specialized and complex administrative support work for Risk Management in the administration of employee benefits, workers compensation and liability claims, and insurance. An employee assigned to this classification is expected to make decisions and act independently in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures. Supervisor may review non-routine decisions. Work is performed under the direction of a higher level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports and observation of results obtained. Examples of Duties This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Enters benefits information into the applicable payroll systems and into third party vendor sites. Assists in reviewing complaints or requests for services from the general public or other County departments; routes requests and complaints to the correct Risk Management employee/sector for response. Schedules appointments for higher level supervisors; arranges travel schedule and makes travel reservations. Assists in the preparation, recommendation and monitoring of departmental budget and prepares reports and statistical data. Assists in the preparation of payroll, and other fiscal and statistical data. Prepares and tracks Employee Action Forms (EAF) for the Risk Management division. Prepares and files office/departmental paperwork such as Board of County Commissioners Agenda items, correspondence, reports, forms, meeting agendas and related material. Takes and transcribes minutes as required. Processes all incoming and outgoing office/departmental mail and insures all correspondence is properly distributed. Prepares, interprets and maintains department policy and procedure manuals and interprets complex and detailed data. Manages the vendor certificate insurance program for Risk Management.Maintains all Risk Management documents on the Intranet, Internet, and databases; scans and indexes documents to databases. Tracks solicitations and contracts approaching the end of their term and coordinates renewal with applicable personnel. Administers the Risk Management bond program; produces biannual reports on bonds for analysis. Develops and conducts training for departments regarding policies and procedures relating to Risk Management. Identifies problem areas and recommends ways to improve efficiency of Risk Management. Assists Risk Management personnel with daily duties including site visit reporting, wellness event scheduling, and setting up open enrollment. Ensures Risk Management records are accurate and maintained within state and federal requirements for records retention and auditing; prepares Records Destruction documentation as required. Drives a County and/or personal vehicle in order to perform related duties. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and County enterprise resource planning system. Ability to utilize appropriate vocabulary, grammar, spelling, punctuation and accuracy in written correspondence, manuals, reports and publications. Ability to be adaptable, set priorities, and meet deadlines. Ability to respond appropriately and impartially to inquiries and provide adequate and appropriate information. Ability to educate and train internal/external customers. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to establish and maintain accurate, efficient filing systems. Ability to manage, plan, organize and coordinate Risk Management activities. Ability to plan and organize workload to meet deadlines. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with County employees, departments, and vendors, and general public. Ability to follow established policies and procedures. Ability to provide excellent customer service. Ability to analyze a variety of Risk Management problems, to make sound recommendations for solutions and toprepare working procedures. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk or hear; reach with hands and arms, and use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job includeclose vision. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Supplemental Information Applicable experience in Benefits, Safety, Wellness and Occupational Health An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Full-time
Minimum Qualifications Associate degree from an accredited college or university and two years general office/clerical and/or customer service experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. College course work will substitute for experience on a year for year basis. Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Applicants within six months of meeting the education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Position Summary This is highly specialized and complex administrative support work for Risk Management in the administration of employee benefits, workers compensation and liability claims, and insurance. An employee assigned to this classification is expected to make decisions and act independently in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures. Supervisor may review non-routine decisions. Work is performed under the direction of a higher level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports and observation of results obtained. Examples of Duties This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Enters benefits information into the applicable payroll systems and into third party vendor sites. Assists in reviewing complaints or requests for services from the general public or other County departments; routes requests and complaints to the correct Risk Management employee/sector for response. Schedules appointments for higher level supervisors; arranges travel schedule and makes travel reservations. Assists in the preparation, recommendation and monitoring of departmental budget and prepares reports and statistical data. Assists in the preparation of payroll, and other fiscal and statistical data. Prepares and tracks Employee Action Forms (EAF) for the Risk Management division. Prepares and files office/departmental paperwork such as Board of County Commissioners Agenda items, correspondence, reports, forms, meeting agendas and related material. Takes and transcribes minutes as required. Processes all incoming and outgoing office/departmental mail and insures all correspondence is properly distributed. Prepares, interprets and maintains department policy and procedure manuals and interprets complex and detailed data. Manages the vendor certificate insurance program for Risk Management.Maintains all Risk Management documents on the Intranet, Internet, and databases; scans and indexes documents to databases. Tracks solicitations and contracts approaching the end of their term and coordinates renewal with applicable personnel. Administers the Risk Management bond program; produces biannual reports on bonds for analysis. Develops and conducts training for departments regarding policies and procedures relating to Risk Management. Identifies problem areas and recommends ways to improve efficiency of Risk Management. Assists Risk Management personnel with daily duties including site visit reporting, wellness event scheduling, and setting up open enrollment. Ensures Risk Management records are accurate and maintained within state and federal requirements for records retention and auditing; prepares Records Destruction documentation as required. Drives a County and/or personal vehicle in order to perform related duties. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and County enterprise resource planning system. Ability to utilize appropriate vocabulary, grammar, spelling, punctuation and accuracy in written correspondence, manuals, reports and publications. Ability to be adaptable, set priorities, and meet deadlines. Ability to respond appropriately and impartially to inquiries and provide adequate and appropriate information. Ability to educate and train internal/external customers. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to establish and maintain accurate, efficient filing systems. Ability to manage, plan, organize and coordinate Risk Management activities. Ability to plan and organize workload to meet deadlines. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with County employees, departments, and vendors, and general public. Ability to follow established policies and procedures. Ability to provide excellent customer service. Ability to analyze a variety of Risk Management problems, to make sound recommendations for solutions and toprepare working procedures. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk or hear; reach with hands and arms, and use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job includeclose vision. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Supplemental Information Applicable experience in Benefits, Safety, Wellness and Occupational Health An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Manager, Benefits and Employee Relations
Kellogg Community College
Posting Information
External Posting Number: 20130537P
Position Number: PO.MGRBER.HR.24
Position Title: Manager, Benefits and Employee Relations
Position Type: Administration
Classification: Manager 1 - Administration
Department: Human Resources
Work Schedule
This regular, full-time, administrative position will work Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with extended days as needed by the College.
RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to the following
See job duties below.
Position Summary
The position will be responsible for managing the College’s health and ancillary benefits. Work with the CHRO on annual strategies and bid process, managing day-to-day issues regarding benefit plans, invoice processing and coordinating the benefit advisory team’s annual institutional recommendations. Position provides data analysis and communicates benefit updates and changes to employees. As part of leave benefits management, coordinate FMLA processing and ADA accommodation requests. In addition, the position will be responsible for leveraging and coordinating vendor offerings and internal training resources while also facilitating sessions on professional development. Work with the CHRO and HR Director to manage projects and or participate in development of various HR programs as they arise. Serve as Title VII, IX, EEO, harassment, and employee relations investigator for the College.
In addition, the HR Manager will leverage and coordinate vendor offerings and internal training resources while also facilitating sessions on professional development. Working with the CHRO and HR Director, they will help develop and manage impactful projects and HR programs that shape our workplace and institutional culture.
Check us out! Elevate your HR career by being a driving force in engaging and meaningful work in a positive team environment.
Kellogg Community College is located in Battle Creek, Michigan, a community of approximately 54,000 people. Leisure activities, natural resources and learning opportunities provide a foundation for residents. Located along the I-94 interstate, Battle Creek is within 30 minutes of Kalamazoo, 60 minutes of Lansing and Grand Rapids and within three hours of Detroit, Chicago and Indianapolis.
KCC Equity Statement
At Kellogg Community College, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where we foster respect for others and our differences, support cultural understanding, demonstrate ethical behavior and champion social justice. We will accomplish this by: • Deepening our understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion through learning, engagement with others and personal reflection; • Valuing the lived experiences and perspectives of others while nurturing and understanding the differences between us; • Rejecting all forms of prejudice, discrimination and racism; and • Advancing integrity, justice and civility among and between us.
Physical Demands
The job responsibilities are performed in an office area and presentation venues. Travel by car required. The job has intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as independent mobility between work areas, standing, sitting, stooping, bending, climbing, lifting material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward (8 – 45 pounds). Typically requires regular use of one or more physical senses of medium intensity and long duration. Must meet reasonable deadlines, quotas or demands for accuracy, and may be involved in some mildly unpleasant situations.
Minimum Qualifications
1. Associate’s degree in human resources, business, or related field, obtained from an accredited college or university AND five or more (5+) years of related experience PLUS industry-specific certification (SHRM, CEBS, HRCI) OR Bachelor’s degree AND three or more (3+) years of related experience. 2. Demonstrated supervisory experience. 3. Three (3) or more years of demonstrated experience in human resources, employee benefits, employee relations, and/or other related field, with at least one (1+) of those years in benefits administration. 4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Preferred but not Required
1. Master’s degree or higher in human resources or related field, obtained from an accredited college or university. 2. SHRM or equivalent certification. 3. Experience with employee investigations.
Proposed Salary
According to the Kellogg Community College Hay Administrative Compensation program, the 2024-2025 annual salary range for a Manager 1 position, $60,240 to $75,303 to start.
Special Instructions to Applicants
To be considered, all required materials must be submitted no later than Wednesday, July 3, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. EST, and it is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure all required materials are submitted by the closing date and time. Only online applications will be accepted – any paper applications will be rejected and returned to the applicant. As part of the interview process, applicants will be given a skills test. If you have questions regarding our online application process, please call 269 565-2074 or e-mail hr@kellogg.edu.
Projected Hire Date:
External Posting Date: 06/11/2024
External Closing Date: 07/03/2024
External Closing Time: 9:00 a.m. EST
Internal Posting Date: 06/11/2024
Internal Closing Date: 07/03/2024
Job Duties
Essential Function: BENEFIT COORDINATION AND ACCOMMODATIONS
Description
• Manage College’s heath and ancillary benefits. • Work with CHRO on annual strategies and bid process: - Coordinate the employee advisory team. - Ensure alignment with external vendors. - Coordinate internal communication and changes related to benefit plan changes. • Work with HR staff to ensure effective benefit change and implementation processes are in place, including monitoring and effectiveness. • Proactively research, identify and propose ongoing improvements to benefit plans for employees as well as quality and program efficiency for the College. • Administer FMLA and ADA in compliance with current institutional, state and federal regulations, laws and policies, including medical accommodation requests. • Work with employees to support the interactive process and ensure compliance, equitable processes and communication that ensures employees’ rights are upheld. • Collaborate with facilities and information services as needed to provide ergonomic reviews and recommend appropriate interventions. • Work with Finance Director and payroll specialist to ensure the continued compliance with ACA, year-end reporting and regulatory requirements.
Essential Function: EMPLOYEE RELATIONS AND INVESTIGATIONS
Description
• Conduct EEO, harassment or other labor investigations. • Serve as a Title IX and EEO Investigator. • Ensure compliance with regulatory and legal requirements and maintain files accordingly to documentation requirements. • Provide recommendations on training and development in these areas and ensure proactive communications to employees regarding rights and processes. • Help define collaborative processes and tools. • Work with Chief HR Officer, Title IX Coordinators, EDI Committee and Public Safety to identify and actively move employees’ understanding of equity. • Collaborate on programming, tactics and measures HR can utilize to support this College-wide effort.
Essential Function: DEPARTMENT STRATEGIC PLANNING
Description
• Work with CHRO and HR Director to manage projects and or participate in development of various HR programs, as they arise. • Develop information and implement activities that optimize the impact on department environment. • Work with other HR staff, leaders and interested employee committees and organizations to ensure buy-in, participation and alignment with needs. • Ensure programs have measurement, tracking and improvement.
Essential Function: TALENT MANAGEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT
Description
• Organize, plan and coordinate professional development programming for College employees, primarily for those performing non-instructional functions. • Work with CHRO and senior leadership to identify and assess future and current training needs through job analysis, success planning and annual performance evaluations. • Review and select training materials from a variety of vendors. • Deploy a variety of training methods. • Research opportunities for ongoing development.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
1. * Please check the educational achievement and experience below that best describes your qualifications. • Associate degree or higher in human resources, business, or related field, obtained from an accredited college or university AND five or more (5+) years of related experience PLUS industry-specific certification (SHRM, CEBS, HRCI). • Bachelor’s degree or higher in human resources, business, or related field, obtained from an accredited college or university AND three or more (3+) years of related experience. • Neither option applies. 2. * Please briefly describe your experience related to benefits administration. (Open Ended Question)
3. * Please describe your experience in a professional supervisory role, including years and level of responsibility. (Open Ended Question)
4. * In which area(s) do you have technical working knowledge? • ADA/Accommodations • Benefits Administration • Collective Bargaining • Compensation • EEO • Employee Relations/Investigations • Employment/Labor Law • FMLA • HRIS • Title IX • Training and Development • None of the above 5. * How did you hear about this position? • Albion Recorder • Battle Creek Shopper • CareerBuilder • Chronicle of Higher Ed • Coldwater Daily Reporter • Glassdoor • Hastings Reminder • HigherEdJobs.com • Indeed • Inside Higher Ed • Internal Source • KCC Website • LinkedIn • Marshall Advisor • Michigan Works • Mlive • Other (please specify below) 6. If other, please specify (Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. Unofficial Transcripts
Optional Documents
1. Professional Certification 2. Other Certifications 3. Other Document
Full Time
Manager, Benefits and Employee Relations
Kellogg Community College
Posting Information
External Posting Number: 20130537P
Position Number: PO.MGRBER.HR.24
Position Title: Manager, Benefits and Employee Relations
Position Type: Administration
Classification: Manager 1 - Administration
Department: Human Resources
Work Schedule
This regular, full-time, administrative position will work Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with extended days as needed by the College.
RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to the following
See job duties below.
Position Summary
The position will be responsible for managing the College’s health and ancillary benefits. Work with the CHRO on annual strategies and bid process, managing day-to-day issues regarding benefit plans, invoice processing and coordinating the benefit advisory team’s annual institutional recommendations. Position provides data analysis and communicates benefit updates and changes to employees. As part of leave benefits management, coordinate FMLA processing and ADA accommodation requests. In addition, the position will be responsible for leveraging and coordinating vendor offerings and internal training resources while also facilitating sessions on professional development. Work with the CHRO and HR Director to manage projects and or participate in development of various HR programs as they arise. Serve as Title VII, IX, EEO, harassment, and employee relations investigator for the College.
In addition, the HR Manager will leverage and coordinate vendor offerings and internal training resources while also facilitating sessions on professional development. Working with the CHRO and HR Director, they will help develop and manage impactful projects and HR programs that shape our workplace and institutional culture.
Check us out! Elevate your HR career by being a driving force in engaging and meaningful work in a positive team environment.
Kellogg Community College is located in Battle Creek, Michigan, a community of approximately 54,000 people. Leisure activities, natural resources and learning opportunities provide a foundation for residents. Located along the I-94 interstate, Battle Creek is within 30 minutes of Kalamazoo, 60 minutes of Lansing and Grand Rapids and within three hours of Detroit, Chicago and Indianapolis.
KCC Equity Statement
At Kellogg Community College, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where we foster respect for others and our differences, support cultural understanding, demonstrate ethical behavior and champion social justice. We will accomplish this by: • Deepening our understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion through learning, engagement with others and personal reflection; • Valuing the lived experiences and perspectives of others while nurturing and understanding the differences between us; • Rejecting all forms of prejudice, discrimination and racism; and • Advancing integrity, justice and civility among and between us.
Physical Demands
The job responsibilities are performed in an office area and presentation venues. Travel by car required. The job has intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as independent mobility between work areas, standing, sitting, stooping, bending, climbing, lifting material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward (8 – 45 pounds). Typically requires regular use of one or more physical senses of medium intensity and long duration. Must meet reasonable deadlines, quotas or demands for accuracy, and may be involved in some mildly unpleasant situations.
Minimum Qualifications
1. Associate’s degree in human resources, business, or related field, obtained from an accredited college or university AND five or more (5+) years of related experience PLUS industry-specific certification (SHRM, CEBS, HRCI) OR Bachelor’s degree AND three or more (3+) years of related experience. 2. Demonstrated supervisory experience. 3. Three (3) or more years of demonstrated experience in human resources, employee benefits, employee relations, and/or other related field, with at least one (1+) of those years in benefits administration. 4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Preferred but not Required
1. Master’s degree or higher in human resources or related field, obtained from an accredited college or university. 2. SHRM or equivalent certification. 3. Experience with employee investigations.
Proposed Salary
According to the Kellogg Community College Hay Administrative Compensation program, the 2024-2025 annual salary range for a Manager 1 position, $60,240 to $75,303 to start.
Special Instructions to Applicants
To be considered, all required materials must be submitted no later than Wednesday, July 3, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. EST, and it is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure all required materials are submitted by the closing date and time. Only online applications will be accepted – any paper applications will be rejected and returned to the applicant. As part of the interview process, applicants will be given a skills test. If you have questions regarding our online application process, please call 269 565-2074 or e-mail hr@kellogg.edu.
Projected Hire Date:
External Posting Date: 06/11/2024
External Closing Date: 07/03/2024
External Closing Time: 9:00 a.m. EST
Internal Posting Date: 06/11/2024
Internal Closing Date: 07/03/2024
Job Duties
Essential Function: BENEFIT COORDINATION AND ACCOMMODATIONS
Description
• Manage College’s heath and ancillary benefits. • Work with CHRO on annual strategies and bid process: - Coordinate the employee advisory team. - Ensure alignment with external vendors. - Coordinate internal communication and changes related to benefit plan changes. • Work with HR staff to ensure effective benefit change and implementation processes are in place, including monitoring and effectiveness. • Proactively research, identify and propose ongoing improvements to benefit plans for employees as well as quality and program efficiency for the College. • Administer FMLA and ADA in compliance with current institutional, state and federal regulations, laws and policies, including medical accommodation requests. • Work with employees to support the interactive process and ensure compliance, equitable processes and communication that ensures employees’ rights are upheld. • Collaborate with facilities and information services as needed to provide ergonomic reviews and recommend appropriate interventions. • Work with Finance Director and payroll specialist to ensure the continued compliance with ACA, year-end reporting and regulatory requirements.
Essential Function: EMPLOYEE RELATIONS AND INVESTIGATIONS
Description
• Conduct EEO, harassment or other labor investigations. • Serve as a Title IX and EEO Investigator. • Ensure compliance with regulatory and legal requirements and maintain files accordingly to documentation requirements. • Provide recommendations on training and development in these areas and ensure proactive communications to employees regarding rights and processes. • Help define collaborative processes and tools. • Work with Chief HR Officer, Title IX Coordinators, EDI Committee and Public Safety to identify and actively move employees’ understanding of equity. • Collaborate on programming, tactics and measures HR can utilize to support this College-wide effort.
Essential Function: DEPARTMENT STRATEGIC PLANNING
Description
• Work with CHRO and HR Director to manage projects and or participate in development of various HR programs, as they arise. • Develop information and implement activities that optimize the impact on department environment. • Work with other HR staff, leaders and interested employee committees and organizations to ensure buy-in, participation and alignment with needs. • Ensure programs have measurement, tracking and improvement.
Essential Function: TALENT MANAGEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT
Description
• Organize, plan and coordinate professional development programming for College employees, primarily for those performing non-instructional functions. • Work with CHRO and senior leadership to identify and assess future and current training needs through job analysis, success planning and annual performance evaluations. • Review and select training materials from a variety of vendors. • Deploy a variety of training methods. • Research opportunities for ongoing development.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
1. * Please check the educational achievement and experience below that best describes your qualifications. • Associate degree or higher in human resources, business, or related field, obtained from an accredited college or university AND five or more (5+) years of related experience PLUS industry-specific certification (SHRM, CEBS, HRCI). • Bachelor’s degree or higher in human resources, business, or related field, obtained from an accredited college or university AND three or more (3+) years of related experience. • Neither option applies. 2. * Please briefly describe your experience related to benefits administration. (Open Ended Question)
3. * Please describe your experience in a professional supervisory role, including years and level of responsibility. (Open Ended Question)
4. * In which area(s) do you have technical working knowledge? • ADA/Accommodations • Benefits Administration • Collective Bargaining • Compensation • EEO • Employee Relations/Investigations • Employment/Labor Law • FMLA • HRIS • Title IX • Training and Development • None of the above 5. * How did you hear about this position? • Albion Recorder • Battle Creek Shopper • CareerBuilder • Chronicle of Higher Ed • Coldwater Daily Reporter • Glassdoor • Hastings Reminder • HigherEdJobs.com • Indeed • Inside Higher Ed • Internal Source • KCC Website • LinkedIn • Marshall Advisor • Michigan Works • Mlive • Other (please specify below) 6. If other, please specify (Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. Unofficial Transcripts
Optional Documents
1. Professional Certification 2. Other Certifications 3. Other Document
Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Oregon
Portland, OR, USA
Executive Director
Position Description
Reports to: Board of Directors Hours: 36 hrs. per week (full-time, exempt) Work Location: Portland, Oregon. Virtual/Hybrid. Compensation: $80,000 annually Benefits: Health insurance reimbursement PTO, and 401K (see detail for full benefits below)
About Us: The Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Oregon (PACCO) creates a positive impact on Filipino businesses and the Oregon Economy. We focus on creating opportunities for socially and economically disadvantaged communities. We do this through our active, engaged and diverse members and board leaders.
PACCO promotes economic opportunity, education, professionalism, and civic engagement. We offer scholarships, leadership training programs, and technical assistance to support education, skill development, and entrepreneurial success.
About You: You are passionate about community mobilization to ensure strong cultural and economic prosperity. Taking the initiative and navigating the complexity of day-to-day work is a challenge that you welcome. You are a dynamic leader that takes pride in managing and growing your organization’s team and skills. As a nonprofit leader, you enjoy problem-solving and find creative collaborative ways to ensure your organization is fulfilling its mission.
Position Overview: Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will have overall strategic, management and operational responsibility for PACCO’s staff, programs, and execution of its mission. The Executive Director oversees and leads the financial operations, including fundraising initiatives that diversify funding sources and support long-term sustainability.
This role works towards the economic and cultural empowerment of the Philippine-American/Filipino business community. The Executive Director is charged with administering the policies of PACCO while leading and conducting the day-to-day business of the organization. This position will also be responsible for the development and execution of a comprehensive communications strategy to strengthen PACCO's brand and community engagement.
The Executive Director directly supervises 2.5 FTE: Program Manager (part-time), Sr. Program/Project Coordinator (full-time), and Digital Marketing Specialist (full-time).
Key Responsibilities:
Board, Governance, and Strategy
• Develop, collaborate, and implement strategic plans that meet business goals and objectives in partnership with the Board
• Develop, maintain, and support a strong Board; seek and build board involvement with strategic direction
• Actively engage and energize volunteers, board members, committees, partnering organizations, members, and funders
• Regularly communicate the organization’s vision, priorities, key initiatives, and needs between staff and the Board
Operational Leadership & Management
• Provide oversight of daily operations and decision-making for all internal operations, policies, and structure to ensure organizational compliance with all applicable local, city, state, regional, and federal laws and regulations (i.e., taxes, registrations, insurance, etc.), as applicable
• Oversee and execute HR responsibilities for hiring, staffing, and implementation of regular performance reviews of personnel
• Evaluate PACCO program components regularly for process improvements and report outcomes to the board, funders, clients, and other members
• Responsible for leading the overall implementation of grant programs in compliance with grantor requirements
• Ensure ongoing programmatic excellence and consistent quality of finance and administration; recommend timelines and resources needed to achieve the strategic goals
Fiscal & Financial Management
• Oversee all accounting functions including those necessary for auditing, budgeting, financial analysis, capital asset and property management, and payroll, in compliance with existing regulations, and in coordination with the Treasurer
• Manage and review finances utilizing budgets, cash flow, income statements, balance statements
• Assist the Treasurer in making financial information available to the Board and stakeholders
• Develop the budget with staff and recommend a yearly budget for Board approval
Fundraising and Communications
• Develop, collaborate, and implement an annual fundraising plan with the board and staff to support existing program operations and ensure long-term financial sustainability
• Actively engage in fundraising including relationship building, gift solicitation, and stewardship while identifying other revenue sources
• Nurture existing and cultivate new relationships to position PACCO with mission-aligned opportunities
• Work with business leaders and government entities to take advantage of applicable corporate social responsibility initiatives (inclusive of grants, etc.)
• Serve as the public face of the organization and represent in a professional light to its constituents, funders, the media, and the public to convey mission and goals
Qualifications:
• 3+ years’ experience in nonprofit management and/or training, or a combination of a bachelor’s degree from a four-year college/university and experience
• 3+ years of solid budget management skills, including budget preparation, analysis, decision-making, and reporting
• 3+ years of fundraising and grant writing with individual, corporate, and foundation funders
• Established record of collaboration, partnerships, and building effective relationships with the Board of Directors, staff, community, businesses, and stakeholders
• Ability and/or experience with strategic thinking, planning and implementation
• Experience working with and/or in the Filipino community and Communities of Color
Additional Desired Skills & Abilities:
• Bicultural candidates strongly encouraged to apply
• Bilingual (Tagalog/English)
• Familiarity with PACCO and its mission
• Experience working with membership organizations
• Experience facilitating diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts
Working Conditions:
• Flexible hybrid work schedule in Portland, Oregon
• Periodic local travel is required. Must have a valid driver’s license and access to vehicle/reliable transportation
• Employer-provided equipment: laptop and monitor
• Pass a criminal background check
Benefits:
• Health insurance reimbursement through QSEHRA
• 401k retirement plan
• 12 days PTO after 90 days and 13 paid holidays
How to Apply: Nonprofit Professionals Now is pleased to work with the Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Oregon (PACCO) in the effort to fill the vital role of Executive Director.
All applications must contain a resume and cover letter. Once materials are submitted, NPN staff will review as part of the hiring process.
Application Deadline: June 3, 2024 @ 5pm Application Portal: https://apptrkr.com/5269149
PACCO provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applications for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender expression and identification, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as covered veteran or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws.
Full Time
Executive Director
Position Description
Reports to: Board of Directors Hours: 36 hrs. per week (full-time, exempt) Work Location: Portland, Oregon. Virtual/Hybrid. Compensation: $80,000 annually Benefits: Health insurance reimbursement PTO, and 401K (see detail for full benefits below)
About Us: The Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Oregon (PACCO) creates a positive impact on Filipino businesses and the Oregon Economy. We focus on creating opportunities for socially and economically disadvantaged communities. We do this through our active, engaged and diverse members and board leaders.
PACCO promotes economic opportunity, education, professionalism, and civic engagement. We offer scholarships, leadership training programs, and technical assistance to support education, skill development, and entrepreneurial success.
About You: You are passionate about community mobilization to ensure strong cultural and economic prosperity. Taking the initiative and navigating the complexity of day-to-day work is a challenge that you welcome. You are a dynamic leader that takes pride in managing and growing your organization’s team and skills. As a nonprofit leader, you enjoy problem-solving and find creative collaborative ways to ensure your organization is fulfilling its mission.
Position Overview: Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will have overall strategic, management and operational responsibility for PACCO’s staff, programs, and execution of its mission. The Executive Director oversees and leads the financial operations, including fundraising initiatives that diversify funding sources and support long-term sustainability.
This role works towards the economic and cultural empowerment of the Philippine-American/Filipino business community. The Executive Director is charged with administering the policies of PACCO while leading and conducting the day-to-day business of the organization. This position will also be responsible for the development and execution of a comprehensive communications strategy to strengthen PACCO's brand and community engagement.
The Executive Director directly supervises 2.5 FTE: Program Manager (part-time), Sr. Program/Project Coordinator (full-time), and Digital Marketing Specialist (full-time).
Key Responsibilities:
Board, Governance, and Strategy
• Develop, collaborate, and implement strategic plans that meet business goals and objectives in partnership with the Board
• Develop, maintain, and support a strong Board; seek and build board involvement with strategic direction
• Actively engage and energize volunteers, board members, committees, partnering organizations, members, and funders
• Regularly communicate the organization’s vision, priorities, key initiatives, and needs between staff and the Board
Operational Leadership & Management
• Provide oversight of daily operations and decision-making for all internal operations, policies, and structure to ensure organizational compliance with all applicable local, city, state, regional, and federal laws and regulations (i.e., taxes, registrations, insurance, etc.), as applicable
• Oversee and execute HR responsibilities for hiring, staffing, and implementation of regular performance reviews of personnel
• Evaluate PACCO program components regularly for process improvements and report outcomes to the board, funders, clients, and other members
• Responsible for leading the overall implementation of grant programs in compliance with grantor requirements
• Ensure ongoing programmatic excellence and consistent quality of finance and administration; recommend timelines and resources needed to achieve the strategic goals
Fiscal & Financial Management
• Oversee all accounting functions including those necessary for auditing, budgeting, financial analysis, capital asset and property management, and payroll, in compliance with existing regulations, and in coordination with the Treasurer
• Manage and review finances utilizing budgets, cash flow, income statements, balance statements
• Assist the Treasurer in making financial information available to the Board and stakeholders
• Develop the budget with staff and recommend a yearly budget for Board approval
Fundraising and Communications
• Develop, collaborate, and implement an annual fundraising plan with the board and staff to support existing program operations and ensure long-term financial sustainability
• Actively engage in fundraising including relationship building, gift solicitation, and stewardship while identifying other revenue sources
• Nurture existing and cultivate new relationships to position PACCO with mission-aligned opportunities
• Work with business leaders and government entities to take advantage of applicable corporate social responsibility initiatives (inclusive of grants, etc.)
• Serve as the public face of the organization and represent in a professional light to its constituents, funders, the media, and the public to convey mission and goals
Qualifications:
• 3+ years’ experience in nonprofit management and/or training, or a combination of a bachelor’s degree from a four-year college/university and experience
• 3+ years of solid budget management skills, including budget preparation, analysis, decision-making, and reporting
• 3+ years of fundraising and grant writing with individual, corporate, and foundation funders
• Established record of collaboration, partnerships, and building effective relationships with the Board of Directors, staff, community, businesses, and stakeholders
• Ability and/or experience with strategic thinking, planning and implementation
• Experience working with and/or in the Filipino community and Communities of Color
Additional Desired Skills & Abilities:
• Bicultural candidates strongly encouraged to apply
• Bilingual (Tagalog/English)
• Familiarity with PACCO and its mission
• Experience working with membership organizations
• Experience facilitating diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts
Working Conditions:
• Flexible hybrid work schedule in Portland, Oregon
• Periodic local travel is required. Must have a valid driver’s license and access to vehicle/reliable transportation
• Employer-provided equipment: laptop and monitor
• Pass a criminal background check
Benefits:
• Health insurance reimbursement through QSEHRA
• 401k retirement plan
• 12 days PTO after 90 days and 13 paid holidays
How to Apply: Nonprofit Professionals Now is pleased to work with the Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Oregon (PACCO) in the effort to fill the vital role of Executive Director.
All applications must contain a resume and cover letter. Once materials are submitted, NPN staff will review as part of the hiring process.
Application Deadline: June 3, 2024 @ 5pm Application Portal: https://apptrkr.com/5269149
PACCO provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applications for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender expression and identification, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as covered veteran or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws.