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  About College Track College Track is a national college completion program that empowers students from underserved communities to graduate from college. From the summer before 9th grade through college graduation, our 10-year program removes the barriers that prevent students from earning their college degree by providing them with comprehensive academic support, leadership training, financial and college advising, and scholarships. We teach them the skills necessary to succeed in college and beyond. In four years, a College Track student receives support equivalent to one extra year of high school.  College Track started in 1997 with a cohort of 25 students in East Palo Alto. Today, we serve over 2,400 high school and college students in East Palo Alto, Oakland, San Francisco, New Orleans, Colorado, Los Angeles and Sacramento. By 2020, we will double the number of students we serve and produce nearly 1,000 college graduates. Last year, 96% of our high school seniors were accepted to four-year colleges and our college graduation rate is 2.5 times the national average for low-income students.   Our Commitment From the summer before ninth grade through college graduation, our 10-year program removes barriers that prevent students from earning their college degree by  providing them with comprehensive academic support, leadership training, financial and college advising, and scholarships. We teach them the skills necessary to succeed in college and beyond .   Our Values At College Track, our values drive the way we do our work, and we look for individuals who share our passion. We blend an entrepreneurial spirit with our nonprofit roots, cultivating a dynamic culture where everyone's contributions are valued and encouraged. ·        COMMITMENT: We have an unwavering belief in our students. ·        PASSION: We are dedicated to changing our nation’s college completion story. ·        JOY: We create environments rich with smiles and laughter. ·        AUTHENTICITY: We believe relationships matter. ·        EXCELLENCE: Our students deserve nothing but the best. Position Overview The Operations Manager is responsible for ensuring that all site operations function efficiently and effectively. This position will manage the day-to-day of site operations and the administration of finance, human resources and payroll. Additionally, s/he will oversee data reporting and monitoring at the site level and support the Site Director in student recruitment. This is a critical role in ensuring effective site operations so that the team can best serve students every day.   Primary Responsibilities Include: Lead and Manage Site Operations: Successfully manage the day-to-day of site operations including office management, technology, facilities and vehicles. This position will manage front desk administration, oversee the inventory of supplies, project manage facility projects, serve as the central point person for managing the inventory of technology and will work with the IT consultant to address technology needs. S/he will also manage the use of College Track vehicles for transporting students home and to field trip destinations.   Manage the Administration of Finance, Human Resources and Payroll: Support the Site Director with budget development by gathering, analyzing and reporting necessary data; track and process invoices and reimbursements for staff and vendors. Support site supervisors with employee onboarding and orientation; act as an HR and payroll liaison for all employees and volunteer staff. Oversee Data Monitoring and Reporting: Serve as the in-house Salesforce expert and ensure the tracking and reporting of student attendance. Maintain site dashboards and update information on an ongoing basis using student databases. Support Student Recruitment: Assist the Site Director in the annual student recruitment process including delivering presentations aimed at identifying and recruiting prospective students and overseeing the record keeping process. New/Special Projects: Additional projects as assigned by the Site Director.   Skills & Experience Required Minimum of 2-3 years of experience managing the operations for an organization, program or school Skilled at managing self; reliably prioritizes the highest impact work amongst competing demands, delegates effectively, holds self accountable and produces quality work consistently. Skilled at communicating and managing vertically and horizontally. Effective at being able to work across the organization, through influence, to achieve goals Focuses on delivering outcomes despite obstacles, seeks out challenges as opportunities to grow, takes unexpected setbacks in stride, and is able to galvanize self towards goals and impact. Demonstrated ability to create efficient systems for completing work Basic aptitude and strong appetite to learn data and technology systems. Experience with Microsoft Office Suites required. Experience with Salesforce or other databases, preferred Fluency in Spanish preferred Minimum 4-year college degree Compensation & Benefits College Track offers a competitive salary based on the organization’s compensation philosophy, which is grounded in market data. We also offer comprehensive health & welfare benefits and top of the market paid time off. We will only contact candidates chosen for further consideration. No phone inquiries please.     College Track is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. College Track does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.

The Development Operations and Events Manager supports City Year Denver’s efforts to reach its yearly private revenue goal through the implementation of external City Year Denver events and management of the Development Department’s fundraising database and internal processes. The position will report to the Managing Director, Development (MDD). The ideal candidate for the position is detail-oriented and highly organized individual interested in a career in development and nonprofit management. The position will work in partnership with the Development staff to lead and/or assist in many areas of development such as event management, donor fulfillment, and database management for accurate and timely donor reporting. Event Management: The position will oversee creative and inspirational events that powerfully communicate City Years’ service, impact, and need for support With the support of the Development Department, serve as the main event lead and producer in planning major fundraising events, cultivation events, school visits, and work in collaboration on professional development and leadership days with the Impact Department, and annual campaigns Oversee all event logistics and internal planning meetings (event timelines, creating run-of- shows and Q2Q’s, venue scheduling, and budget tracking) Manage cross-department City Year Denver staff and AmeriCorps members assisting with event planning and implementation In partnership with MDD, draft scripts, guest memos/invitations, and speaker talking points Collaborate with City Year HQ staff on designing event collateral and create and manage all communications to event guests In partnership with Impact staff, coach and prepare City Year AmeriCorps members for their roles within events Review run-of-show for City Year staff and AmeriCorps members prior to the event Maintain database of event invites and rsvp’s in partnership with Operations staff and help create follow-up engagement plan for event attendees Execute follow-up engagement plan for event attendees Facilitate debriefs of events with City Year staff, AmeriCorps members, Board of Directors, and/or event committee members Data tracking, history, trends, reporting and data analysis Development Operations: Create new accounts (households and organizations) and donor opportunities in the Salesforce database Ensure that accounts, donor opportunities, and donations are all accurately linked along with their corresponding contacts and activities in Salesforce Set up and maintain online giving for major events Support when needed gift and tax credit processing In collaboration with HQ troubleshoot any database management issues and run donor tracking reports as needed Upload account activities and all other corresponding documentation on an as needed basis Request and organize research from HQ on donor prospects Serve as the Development Operations point for regional trainings and calls Donor Experience: Lead with some donor communications such as holiday cards, e-communication, and end-of-year reports Act as site point for City Year Denver’s website related to donor and event updates, providing updates as needed Follow up and respond to other donor requests, as needed Mentor Program: In partnership with the Development staff and in coordination with impact team, serve service relationships between mentors and AmeriCorps members Oversee communications and activities related to the program A fundraising goal will be part of the program and determined with MDD as overall goal including annual giving campaigns Organizational Initiatives and Site Support: Work closely with fellow Development staff to understand priorities and business goals and develop strategies to meet the organization’s needs. Provide additional administrative support to Executive Director and Managing Director, Development when required Partner with City Year Denver’s departments and staff to ensure that site-wide goals are met, including, but not limited to, stakeholder engagement, event and service day participation, and cross-departmental committees. Qualifications: Event management and development experience and proven track record of success Knowledge of marketing, event planning and communication best practices Outstanding planning skills – capacity to imagine, plan and implement Excellent written, oral, and computer skills Attention to detail, ability to take direction, and a commitment to quality work Prompt, flexible, willingness to learn and organized Capable of working individually and on a team Hunger to work at a fast-paced nonprofit Commitment to service and passion for education A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience preferred Resume and Cover Letter Compensation and Benefits Full time employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with experience. Benefits for full time employees include health insurance with Flexible Spending Account, paid vacation, holidays, parental leave, 401K, and more. City Year is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workforce. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including persons with disabilities and veterans.

Accounting Coordinator DSST Public Schools (DSST) seeks an Accounting Coordinator to join one of the leading charter school organizations in the nation.  We serve 6-12th grade students across Denver and Aurora.  Our mission is to transform urban public education by eliminating educational inequity and preparing all students for success in college and the 21st century.   Overview of Position : DSST Public Schools seeks extraordinary educators with a track-record of raising student achievement to join a team dedicated to providing a rigorous college preparatory program to a diverse population.  Our team is comprised of leaders who play an integral role in ensuring student success through supporting our school culture, developing authentic relationships with students, and using data to drive their daily practice. The Accounting Coordinator will provide critical support to the Finance team in the DSST Home Office by supporting Accounts Payable, month-end and year-end closing processes, general ledger reconciliation, and financial reporting across all of DSST’s 15 schools, each Home Office Department, and all our of external vendors. The Accounting Coordinator role is a truly unique opportunity to work at an organization growing to at least 24 schools and a $185 million budget by 2026, and where you’ll be exposed to a diverse and evolving set of responsibilities, be provided with learning opportunities from some of the smartest education minds in Colorado, and have the chance to lead high impact projects that will build and develop valuable core skills for a financial career. Essential functions :   Accounts Payable (60%) Process invoices and employee reimbursements twice a week Process purchasing card transactions bi-monthly Support vendors and school and Home Office staff by answering questions and providing support General Accounting Duties (40%) Assist in month-end process by performing bank reconciliations and general ledger clean-up Update audit papers during year-end process Assist the Senior Manager of Accounting with reporting needs   Job Requirements :   DSST Public Schools seeks candidates with strong character, passion for excellence and a relentless commitment to student achievement. You have a passion for public education and want to use your business skills to make a meaningful difference in the lives of 6,000 students and 700 staff members You love working with Excel and have a high proficiency (vlookup and pivot table experience) You’re eager to learn the inner workings of a rapidly growing charter school network and love operating in an all-hands-on deck work environment You’re organized and can handle processing a large amount of data at a time You welcome and give honest feedback for continuous improvement You manage day to day tasks while also taking the time to understand the process behind what you’re doing You build relationships quickly and pride yourself on being a responsive partner You want to drive new processes, not just accept the ones already created   Classification: Exempt   Reports to: Senior Manager of Accounting   Competencies : Commitment to Equity We believe that if we actively commit to equitable and inclusive practices aligned to our mission and values, our students and staff will achieve at high levels. Commitment to Continuous Growth We believe that if we foster our own growth mindsets, our students and staff will develop a commitment to continuous improvement and thus maximize their potential. Commitment to Healthy Team We believe that if we commit to modeling and fostering healthy teams, our students and staff will achieve a collective success that surpasses that of the individuals Drives to Results We believe if we strategically develop systems and people with a driven sense of urgency and focus on results, our students and staff will achieve ambitious goals.    Compensation and Benefits: DSST Public Schools is committed to providing our staff with benefit offerings that empower each of our employees to make the choices that best meet their individualized and personal needs while also keeping cost in mind. DSST Benefit highlights include:  Medical Plans offered through Aetna $0 employee cost option! Annual Health Savings account (HSA) gift from DSST Public Schools 2 Dental Plans options offered through Principal Dental Group and Vision through VSP Employee Assistance and Counseling Support 401 (k) retirement plan with 5% annual gift from DSST regardless of personal contribution FMLA effective immediately (6 weeks paid, 6 weeks unpaid) Access to additional discounts through our benefit partners exclusively for DSST staff    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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is active and may require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching throughout the day. The employee must lift and/or move items up to 30 pounds. The employee must have sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.     DSST Public Schools proudly values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. Denver School of Science and Technology does not exclude participation in, deny benefits to or discriminate on the basis of, ethnicity, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. (Protected Classes).   DSST Public Schools does not unlawfully discriminate against a member of a Protected Class in admission or access to, or terms and conditions of employment, or in its programs and activities. DSST Public Schools shall operate as an equal opportunity employer and will provide and safeguard the opportunity for all persons to seek, obtain, hold and advance in employment within the district without discrimination. The District shall actively promote the full realization of equal employment opportunity through a positive, aggressive, continuing affirmative action program. Further, DSST Public Schools affirms the rights of all Protected Classes to be free from intimidation, discrimination, physical harm and/or harassment. DSST Public Schools shall inform students, parents, employees and the general public each school year that the educational programs, activities and employment opportunities offered by the district are offered without regard to ethnicity, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability. The announcement shall also include the name/title, address and telephone number of the person designated to coordinate Title IX and Section 504 and ADA compliance activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the School's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact the Assistant Superintendent or Human Resources.  

Talent Recruitment Coordinator  DSST Public Schools (DSST) seeks a Talent Recruitment Coordinator to join one of the leading charter school organizations in Colorado. DSST Public Schools’ mission is to transform urban public education by eliminating educational inequity and preparing all students for success in college and the 21st century.     Overview of Position: Our Talent Acquisition Team manages the recruitment, hiring, matriculation and more for all 15 of our schools in order to find the highest quality, mission aligned staff members to join DSST. As we continue to grow and expand our impact at DSST Public Schools, we know that our people are the most important levers for our student success. The Talent Recruiter will travel locally and occasionally nationally to find, cultivate, and invest a talented and diverse pool of teachers, leaders, and staff members. The Talent Recruiter will join a dynamic team that is pushing innovation in attracting talent and is constantly working to find the best people to work for our students and communities.     Does this sound like you? The Talent Recruitment Coordinator will have strong organization and customer service skills, a team player mindset, be willing to take initiative, own projects, and be self-directed and collaborative to support the rest of the Talent Acquisition Team.   Essential Functions: Sourcing, Marketing, and Brand Awareness Develop and manage a marketing and social media plan for ‘Sourcing’ (identify and track) a diverse and competitive pipeline of prospects as potential applicants by conducting research and using resources of professional networks. Manage external job boards and university job postings to fill pipelines for targeted roles. Support in the design of all recruitment marketing materials (physical and virtual). Support in the design of all prospect and candidate promotional items. Build brand awareness locally and nationally. Execute one on one prospect meetings both on the phone and in person with prospects from the pipeline. Develop tailored individual communication based on audience in order to invest prospects into applying to join DSST Public Schools. Conduct outreach to all prospects Manage network referral campaigns Work closely with the Marketing and Communications team for external postings and brand content Event Management Support in the planning and execution of 5-7 high impact events each year. Support in the planning and execution 2-3 high impact virtual events each year. Plan, support, and execute School Visits across the network. Represent DSST Public Schools at all Career Fairs, Networking Events, and Hiring Fairs. Support network-wide DSST Public Schools events. Manage event logistics for self and Hiring Team. Manage travel logistics for self and Hiring Team   Data and Systems Management  Manage recruitment applicant data within our Applicant Tracking System. This includes (but is not limited to) tracking touchpoints, follow ups, search engine optimization, effectiveness of different recruitment strategies, postings, pipeline health, pipeline growth, job posting system, referral system, etc. Identifies trends and recommends remedies. CRM (customer relationship management) Subject Matter Expert Owns reporting for Source to Hire data   Job Requirements :  DSST Public Schools seeks candidates with strong character, passion for excellence and a relentless commitment to student achievement.    Bachelor's Degree required from accredited university 1-3 years of professional experience in recruiting, social media, or similar field Experience with a variety of social media platforms  Teaching or Education experience is strongly preferred. Experience working with database programs and software preferred (e.g. Microsoft Excel, Google, Outlook, Hubspot, Workday Recruiting) Excellent interpersonal communication (written and verbal) Ability to influence and motivate others to action. Ability to travel locally and nationally (10 times per year)   Classification : Exempt Reports to : Senior Manager of Talent Acquisition   Compensation and Benefits:  DSST Public Schools is committed to providing our staff with benefit offerings that empower each of our employees to make the choices that best meet their individualized and personal needs while also keeping cost in mind. DSST Benefit highlights include:   Medical Plans offered through Aetna $0 employee cost option! Annual Health Savings account (HSA) gift from DSST Public Schools Dental Plans and Vision through Aetna Whole Health Employee Assistance and Counseling Support 401 (k) retirement plan with 5% annual gift from DSST regardless of personal contribution FMLA effective immediately (6 weeks paid, 6 weeks unpaid) Access to additional discounts through our benefit partners exclusively for DSST staff   Competencies : Commitment to Equity We believe that if we actively commit to equitable and inclusive practices aligned to our mission and values, our students and staff will achieve at high levels. Commitment to Continuous Growth We believe that if we foster our own growth mindsets, our students and staff will develop a commitment to continuous improvement and thus maximize their potential. Commitment to Healthy Team We believe that if we commit to modeling and fostering healthy teams, our students and staff will achieve a collective success that surpasses that of the individuals Drives to Results We believe if we strategically develop systems and people with a driven sense of urgency and focus on results, our students and staff will achieve ambitious goals.   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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is active and may require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching throughout the day. The employee must lift and/or move items up to 30 pounds. The employee must have sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. DSST Public Schools proudly values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. Denver School of Science and Technology does not exclude participation in, deny benefits to or discriminate on the basis of, ethnicity, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. (Protected Classes).   DSST Public Schools does not unlawfully discriminate against a member of a Protected Class in admission or access to, or terms and conditions of employment, or in its programs and activities. DSST Public Schools shall operate as an equal opportunity employer and will provide and safeguard the opportunity for all persons to seek, obtain, hold and advance in employment within the district without discrimination. The District shall actively promote the full realization of equal employment opportunity through a positive, aggressive, continuing affirmative action program. Further, DSST Public Schools affirms the rights of all Protected Classes to be free from intimidation, discrimination, physical harm and/or harassment. DSST Public Schools shall inform students, parents, employees and the general public each school year that the educational programs, activities and employment opportunities offered by the district are offered without regard to ethnicity, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability. The announcement shall also include the name/title, address and telephone number of the person designated to coordinate Title IX and Section 504 and ADA compliance activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the School's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact the Assistant Superintendent or Human Resources. 

The Impact Manager is responsible for driving the successful implementation of the WSWC service model by building and cultivating strong school partnerships and developing a team of committed, idealistic leaders and school practitioners. The Impact Manager plays a crucial role in leading a team of ACMs through a ten-month long journey of learning, reflection, and service in schools that builds student capacity and academic skills as well as the ACMs’ civic capacity and civic identity. Responsibilities Service Delivery and Impact: Oversee the execution of City Year’s Whole School Whole Child, based in holistic youth development best practices. Oversee the implementation of site program delivery components. This will include the design and creation of academic and behavioral intervention structures in and out of the classroom in partnership with school administration. Understand and use student data, data from teacher and AmeriCorps Member surveys, school and district level data, and classroom observations to impact achievement trends and identify opportunities to continually improve interventions, whole school and class service, and AmeriCorps Member performance. Create clear, realistic, and measurable objectives which align with City Year Denver program expectations and goals. Capture best practices and share with the larger City Year community of practitioners AmeriCorps Member Leadership Development: Guide AmeriCorps Members to meet their service performance requirement and leadership development potential. Ensure AmeriCorps Members are committed to student success and equipped to meet City Year standards as practitioners in the schools Inspire the team to embrace a culture of empowerment aligned to with the mission and vision of City Year leadership tools, team building exercises, rituals, and best practices Use Performance Management tools to set performance expectations, identify strengths and development opportunities, and partner with each AmeriCorps Member on a development plan to maximize leadership potential Help AmeriCorps Members develop civic identity by providing leadership and program experiences that align with the mission and vision of City Year Support the management of AmeriCorps Member Human Resources to meet graduation and post-graduation expectations Effectively translate information and messages from various stakeholders (the school, City Year, the Community) to AmeriCorps Members so they understand and are empowered but not overloaded Design and oversee after-school program that includes daily homework help and engaging clubs Service Partner Management: Build and cultivate relationships with key stakeholders to enhance service performance Build a strong partnership with school officials including principals and other key decision makers by demonstrating an understanding of the school’s priorities and working collaboratively to craft and implement solutions that leverage AmeriCorps Member talent and align with goals, expectations and intended outcomes of City Year. Maintain a strong presence in school and continually cultivate key relationships Use student data strategically to gain support for initiatives or interventions Coach AmeriCorps Members on developing productive partnerships with teachers and other student support staff Help cultivate local school and strategic community relationships to enhance service performance Access and leverage community resources in support of the program Conduct regular check-ins with school officials including principals, instructional leaders, and teachers Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience Experience coaching young people and working with diverse populations Previous experience building successful partnerships to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes Previous experience working in teams or leading teams to achieve common goals Previous experience working in a school setting strongly preferred Previous management experience preferred Strong written and oral communication skills; demonstrated active listening skills Strong problem solving, time and project management skills; ability to prioritize projects and tasks, assess and deploy resources Strong data analysis skills Strong understanding of best instructional practices Spanish speaking preferred Compensation and Benefits Full time employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with experience. Benefits for full time employees include health insurance with Flexible Spending Account, paid vacation, holidays, parental leave, 401K, and more. City Year is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workforce. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including persons with disabilities and veterans.