What's New

Registration Now Open for NMI 2007 Fall and Winter Certificate Program

The Nonprofit Management Institute is Now Year-Round and Online!

The Fall 2007 schedule reflects our introduction of the new NMI four-term year. As our students have requested, we are adding to our programs to offer professional development opportunities in Fall (September-November), Winter (December - February), Spring (March - May), and Summer (June - August) terms. Now you will find even more opportunities convenient to your schedule.

Also, we now offer online versions of two of our courses (NMI 102 & 112) and are in process of developing more.

For more information, please contact Jason Mistlebauer at 602-496-0193 or jason.mistlebauer@asu.edu.

Mark your calendars! 15th Annual Nonprofit Conference on Sustainability Strategies, Mission and Messaging: Cutting Through the Noise, Nov. 29-30 (Phoenix)

You can cut through the noise with innovative public relations, messaging and marketing tactics. Attend this interactive conference and learn how to effectively position your organization for clients, donors and the media.

Scheduled workshop topics include:

• Fundraising communications
• Marketing to attract volunteers
• Getting your board on board
• Your nonprofit and branding

Click here to register today for special early bird pricing! Questions? Visit http://nonprofit.asu.edu or call 602-496-0500.

Announcements

Scottsdale Leadership 2007 -2008 Board of Directors

Scottsdale Leadership is please to announce the 2007-08 officers of its 21-member Board of Directors. Among those officers is incoming Board of Directors president Kurt Merschman of Squire, Sanders & Dempsey LLP. For a complete list of those individuals or for more information about Scottsdale Leadership, call (480) 627-6710 or visit www.scottsdaleleadership.org.

The Daron and Ron Barness Family Foundation Announce 2007 General Grants Program Recipients

In 2007, the Foundation made grants to 12 programs totaling $220,000. The Foundation supports activities in the areas of: Jewish life, children, older adults, arts and culture and education. Approximately 70 percent of the grants support causes related to Judaism and Israel. Program guidelines are published on the Foundation Web site, www.barnessfoundation.com. Letters of Inquiry for the 2008 Matching Grants Program are due no earlier than Oct. 1 and no later than Oct. 31. Up to ten $10,000 matching grants will be awarded in 2008.

United Blood Services of Arizona Now Accepting Nominations for the Bill Shover Leadership Award

The Bill Shover Leadership Award was created by the Community Leadership Council of United Blood Services (UBS) to honor an individual for outstanding service as a leader to the UBS community blood program. This award is presented annually at the United Blood Services Valentines for Life gala luncheon in February. 

United Blood Services of Arizona is now accepting nominations and invite you to nominate an individual for this prestigious award. As a leader, the nominee must meet the following criteria:

• As a leader, this individual inspires, motivates and serves as an advocate for the promotion of the UBS community blood program.
• As a leader, demonstrates innovation by making a difference in people’s lives through the UBS community blood program.
• As a leader, adds value to their own organization/employees as well as UBS through their contribution.

Additional information and instructions can be found at: www.UnitedBloodServices.org/CLC. The deadline for submission is Nov. 1.  Please call 602-821-0085 with any questions.

Events

Grant Seeking: Of Politics, the "Big Picture," and Collaborating to Win Grants - Nonprofit Resource Center of Northern Arizona
Sept. 13 (Flagstaff)

Date: Thursday, Sept. 13, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: Coconino Center for the Arts in Flagstaff

In a time where the number of nonprofit organizations has mushroomed even while the availability of funding opportunities has shrunk, crafting a competitive grant application can seem like an overwhelming and even impossible task! Learn the first step in securing funding for a project or need you’ve identified, and how to let the project direct your application process – not the funder, and understand those factors that increase your chances of being funded again – the need to “walk the talk” and implement your project ideas.

Register at : http://www.nonprofitnaz.org/BrownBagRegister.html
Or Contact: LinMarie DiCianni, Program Coordinator programs@nonprofitnaz.org 928-527-7926

Google Applications for Nonprofits - Netsquared
Sept. 19 (Tempe)

Netsquared, whose mission is to "spur responsible adoption of social web tools by social benefit organizations," is starting regular meetings in Phoenix where nonprofits can discuss and learn about how to leverage the "social web for social change," utilizing tools like MySpace and Facebook, blogs & RSS feeds, video and mapping, etc.

Date/Time: Sept. 19, 6:30 p.m.

Location: Edson Center, ASU Brickyard, Tempe

Presenters: Jaime Casap, product manager for Google Phoenix, will be presenting a walk through on Google Apps for nonprofits. Google Apps is an online suite of applications including e-mail, calendaring, word processing, and more. Arizona State University uses it to manage the e-mail of 65,000 people. Further, Google offers the "Education edition" of the suite to registered nonprofits, allowing even more advanced services for free.

If you are interested in this or future meetings, please join the group at http://netsquared.meetup.com/12/ and RSVP if you think you can make it!

The Grantsmanship Game: Playing to Win - Nonprofit Resource Center of Northern Arizona
Sept. 26 (Flagstaff)

Overview: If you have ANY doubts about how to develop a successful grant, you can’t afford to miss Arizona’s leading two-day workshop! Designed for beginners and veterans alike, this workshop offers an intensive, hands-on, skill-building approach to corporate and foundation grantsmanship.

Date/Time: Sept. 26 and 27, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Location: Flagstaff Unified School District, 3285 E. Sparrow, Flagstaff

Cost: $150 for NPRC members $175 for nonmembers

Speaker/presenter: Maryn Boess, founder and CEO of JUST GRANTS! /GrantsUSA and creator of the GrantsUSA's nationally acclaimed Grantsmanship Academy training curriculum, has secured over $25 million in grant funding from local, state, and federal funding sources. Founder of the Arizona Guide to Grants Online and the JUST GRANTS! resource Web sites in Arizona, Indiana, and Ohio, she is the author of The Ultimate Grants Toolkit: Essential Worksheets, Blueprints, and Step-by-Step Planning Guides to Help You Build Great Grant-Funded Projects!

Register: http://www.nonprofitnaz.org/WorkshopRegister.html. Please register early! This workshop is limited to 35 participants! Questions, Contact LinMarie DiCianni, Program Coordinator at programs@nonprofitnaz.org or 928-527-7926.

TAP Talk - St. Luke's Health Initiatives
Sept. 26 (Phoenix)

Overview: The Technical Assistance Partnership (TAP) offers pre-funded consultants to help organizations gain capacity-building assistance while they also become part of a valued peer network.
9:30 - 11 a.m. Evaluation is Your Friend: Making Evaluation Work For You
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. TAP orientation, complimentary lunch and group formation

Date/time: Sept. 26, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Location: North Phoenix Baptist Church ( 5757 N Central Ave in Phoenix)

To Register: Visit www.slhi.org/tap for more information and event registration.

Ten Behaviors of Managers Who Excel Conference - HSC Seminars

Oct. 19 (Scottsdale)

Overview: A conference to strengthen the effectiveness of managers & supervisors who work in colleges, universities and public schools. Do you feel overwhelmed as a supervisor or manager? Perhaps you have had little or no training in how to be a successful manager. Maybe you want a refresher course on management covering all the latest information on essential management strategies. Without the right kind of training, the role of manager/supervisor can seem overwhelming, requiring you to juggle multiple priorities and demands. Join us and let us help you learn to excel as a manager.

Date/time: Friday, Oct.19, 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. (Lunch is 12 - 1 p.m.)

Location: The Inn at Pima, 7330 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale

Cost: $119. This includes morning coffee and rolls as well as training materials.

To Register: You can register by mail, email, fax or phone. For your convenience you can pay with a personal check, agency check, credit card (VISA & MasterCard), or a purchase order.
HSC WORKSHOPS
2631 E. Sierra St. Phoenix, AZ 85028
Phone: 602-674-0911 Fax: 602-997-5010
info@hscseminars.org

Skills for the 21st Century - Arizona Coalition Against Domestic Violence

Oct. 30-31 (Phoenix)

Overview: Save the date for Arizona Coaltion Against Domestic Violence's annual conference, Skills for the 21st Century. Speakers include Jacquelyn C. Campbell, published author on domestic violence and the Rev. Al Miles, author of Ending Violence in Teen Dating Relationships.

Date/time: Tues. and Wed. Oct. 30-31.

Location: Black Canyon Conference Center, Phoenix

More information to follow. Questions? E-mail acadv@azcadv.org.

Teaching Children the Art of Giving - Arizona Grantmakers Forum

Oct. 31 (Phoenix)

Overview: Arizona Grantmakers Forum, in partnership with a number of other philanthropic and civic organizations around Arizona, will host a luncheon with noted author Susan Crites Price, who will provide participants with information to help adults teach children - from toddlers to teens - how to use their time, talent, and money to help others. Attendees will leave with strategies for teaching children about philanthropy and a copy of Price’s book, The Giving Family: Raising Our Children to Help Others, which provides scores of inspired ideas, real stories, specific tips, exercises and resources that are easy to use in any home.

Date/time: Wed. Oct. 31, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Location: Arizona Biltmore, 2400 E. Missouri Avenue, Phoenix

Cost: $50 - Luncheon (includes copy of Ms. Price's book)
$100 - Luncheon and attendance at private reception with Ms. Price
$1000 - Table for Ten, attendance at Luncheon and Reception for all

To Register: Visit http://www.arizonagrantmakersforum.org/Events/2007_Giving/2007_Giving_Index.html. Reservations will be taken until Friday, Oct. 26. f you have questions about the event, please contact Lauren Shebuski at 602.977.2756 or at lshebuski@arizonagrantmakersforum.org.

President and Chief Executive Officer - Arizona Humane Society (Phoenix)

Description: The state's largest, nonprofit animal welfare and protection agency is seeking a new president and chief executive officer.

Last year, the AHS rescued more than 50,000 animals who were sick, injured, abused, unwanted or stray. Of those, more than half were surrendered by their owners. The others were rescued by the AHS Emergency Animal Medical Technicians or good Samaritans. The AHS continues to place 100 percent of the healthy dogs and cats in its care into new homes, as well as thousands more pets who it successfully rehabilitates. For more information about AHS programs and services, visit www.azhumane.org.

How to Apply: For more information on this position or to apply, contact Kim Noetzel at (602) 395-3852 or e-mail knoetzel@azhumane.org.

Description: The Amblyopia Foundation of America, Inc. (AFA) was incorporated in 2003 to protect children and their families from the devastating effects of undetected vision disorders by establishing the country's first nationwide vision screening program for schoolchildren. Currently seeking an experienced, dynamic leader to serve as Chief Executive Officer and lead AFA efforts toward a tremendous positive impact on public health while driving quality and consistency throughout the organization. Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the CEO will use a collaborative style to ensure the achievement of AFA's mission, vision, and goals. The CEO will have primary responsibility for organizational leadership, growth, planning, fund development, financial and organizational management, external communications, and effective organizational development and program quality. AFA is an equal opportunity employer and a diverse slate of compelling candidates is being sought for formal consideration.

Executive Director - Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeastern Arizona (Phoenix)

Description: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeastern Arizona is seeking applicants for the position of Executive Director. This position is responsible for the day-to-day administration of the agency. This includes financial management, fund development, personnel, service delivery, and community relations. The position is responsible to the Board of Directors. 

Qualifications: A qualified applicant must have at least a bachelor's degree. Experience in managing a nonprofit organization is desired.  

How to Apply: Resumes may be submitted to bbbs@citlink.net  or P.O. Box 1722, Show Low, AZ 85902. For more information call 928-537-1996. 

Executive Director - Highlands Center for Natural History (Prescott)

Description: At 6,000 feet in the National Forest near Prescott, Arizona, the Highlands Center for Natural History (www.highlandscenter.org) is a mature organization serving school and adult populations. It is based in a new sustainable LEED certified facility. Salary range $50,000-$55,000. Includes management, community outreach and fundraising. Starts Dec. 1; application deadline Oct. 5.

How to Apply: E-mail Kathi Stevens highlands@cableone.net for instructions (no phone calls please).

Executive Director - Arizona Quest for Kids (Phoenix)

Description: Arizona Quest for Kids is a 501 (c)(3) organization that prepares high potential, low income students for success in college and beyond. Currently, there are more than 300 AQFK students at 22 school and community sites in greater Phoenix and Tucson. For more information, visit the AQFK Web site at www.azquestforkids.org.
The executive director will be responsible for directing all areas of the organization including: program management & development, financial management, fundraising, legal issues and staff management.
Primary Responsibility: Guide the development and implementation of the AQFK program and be responsible for corresponding financial, administrative and legal obligations.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree, 3 years experience in nonprofit management in a leadership role; experience in fundraising, communications, community outreach and program development; managed a budget of at least $500,000 and a staff of at least five. Demonstrate organizational skills; outstanding communications and interpersonal skills; technological literacy; demonstrated skills in fostering collaborations with community partners; good analytical skills. Must be positive, outgoing and personable. Must be creative and able to problem solve in a work environment composed of a small mission-focused team working together to accomplish the goals of the organization.

How to Apply: Send resume and salary history to: Selection Committee - Arizona Quest for Kids 1430 E. Missouri Avenue, #205, Phoenix, AZ 85014 or e-mail to bdavis@azcsf.org Deadline: Sept. 24.

Administrator/Office Manager—Make A Difference ( Phoenix)

Description: Make A Difference is seeking an Office Manager. This is a full-time salaried staff position that will be primarily responsible for the office management of the organization, human resource administration along with some financial management responsibilities.

Qualifications: Must have experience in office management, human resources and/or finance; bachelor's degree preferred; Availability to work on evenings and weekends as needed; High level of computer proficiency with Word & Excel; Experience in working with Quickbooks a plus; Nonprofit experience a plus.

How to Apply: Visit: www.makeadifference.org

Administrative Support—UA College of Medicine— Phoenix in Partnership with Arizona State University (Phoenix)

Description: The incumbent will provide Administrative support to the Office of Faculty Affairs at the College of Medicine / Phoenix Campus. This position is essential to internal and external constituents requiring excellent customer service skills, initiative and a professional appearance and demeanor. Incumbent interacts with a diverse population from teaching hospitals, university and government officials in addition to staff, faulty and students on Campus. The Office of Faculty Affairs reports to the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs.
The incumbent performs activities and transactions for recruitment, retention and advancement of appointed personnel (administrator, faculty, professional) and assist in the coordination of non-salaried faculty appointments at the College of Medicine held in the clinical and non-clinical departments.

Minimum Qualifications: Four years of directly related experience; OR, a Certificate in Secretarial Science AND three years of directly related experience; OR, any equivalent combination of experience, training and/or education.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three years of professional human resources experience.
• Experience working in a higher education institution.
• Ability and projected professionalism and demeanor in daily interactions with staff, faculty, and the public.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Moderate knowledge of computer skill in Microsoft Package (Word and ACCESS).

How to Apply: Interested applicants MUST apply online at: https://www.uacareertrack.com/. Search Job Postings and enter Job#38937.

Administrative Assistant- Catholic Charities Community Services (Flagstaff)

Description: Needed to provide comprehensive administrative and clerical support to include but not limited to photocopying, faxing, mailing and filing. Will assist in creation and maintenance of contract files, licensing, leases, insurance certificates, and other documents and assist with special projects related to general administrative office functions. Will enter data into the computer system. Maintain data and provide reports to the Regional Director, Business Manager or program staff as directed. Part time; less than 20 hours a week.

Qualifications: Must have knowledge of office operations, office equipment, word processing and spreadsheet software, data entry, computer database maintenance and operations. Must be able to quickly learn overall administrative office operations. Must be customer service focused. Requires minimum of high school diploma. Additional schooling in office practices and procedures, word processing, spreadsheet and data base software highly desirable. A minimum of two years prior experience in an office environment, with computer data entry and data base operations experience preferred. Experience in a non-profit environment helpful. Valid AZ driver’s license and current vehicle registration & liability insurance required. $11.73 to $14.07 per hour, depending on experience. Equal Opportunity employer. Diversity is valued.

How to Apply: Mail resume to Catholic Charities Community Services, Attention Business Manager, 43 S. San Francisco, Flagstaff, AZ 86001 or Fax to (928) 774-0697.

Director of Administration and Portfolio Management - The Arizona Tribal Community Development Financial Institution (Phoenix)

Description: Enable the institution to exceed the performance standards of the CDFI industry in the areas of efficiency, accountability, self-sufficiency and impact by creating and refining business systems.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will have an undergraduate degree, and 10 years of relevant finance and/or accounting experience.

Additionally:

• Experience managing multiple demands
• Excellent written and verbal communicator
• Experience working with Native American communities
• Strong leadership and decision making abilities
• Strong quantitative and computer skills

How to Apply: Interested applicants can forward their resumes to:
Patrick Borunda, MBA, CEO
Native Home Capital
4520 N. Central, Suite 600
Phoenix, AZ 85012
Or email resumes to: pborunda@nativehomecapital.com
Web site: www.nativehomecapital.com

Executive Assistant- Catholic Community Foundation (Phoenix)

Description: The Catholic Community Foundation (CCF) seeks a hard-working, dynamic individual who enjoys a challenge and would like to be part of a fast-paced, results-oriented organization dedicated “to carrying on the work of Christ by fostering philanthropy.” This position provides full administrative, clerical and logistical support services to the President and Directors of the Catholic Community Foundation.  This position also assists the Foundation with the general organization and operation of the office and a variety of special projects.

Qualifications: Associate degree in business or related field or equivalent work experience; additional vocational training in office procedures preferred; three years working experience in a related position, using Microsoft Office applications; donor database and fundraising software experience preferred; and must have knowledge of the Catholic Church, its vision, teachings and structure. The ideal candidate will have the following knowledge, skills and abilities:  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to organize, prioritize, set schedules, work both independently and with other members of the department in a team setting, and under the direction of President and Directors; working knowledge of general office procedures, including secretarial techniques, general bookkeeping, accurate record keeping, filing, and attention to detail; working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications; ability to adapt to Exceed! donor/fundraising database software; and the ability to demonstrate a high level of professionalism required when interacting with other staff and Diocesan employees, volunteers and donors.

Compliance Clerk - Arizona Foundation for Legal Services and Education (Phoenix)

Description: Duties will include: invoicing grantees, report collection, collect monthly invoices from grantees and process the invoices, collect the quarterly and semi-annual reports and input into spreadsheets. process all grantee check requests, keep filing system up to date for grantees, mail out checks, collect documents to process checks, track important dates, and other needed compliance help.

Qualifications: Associate's degree or equivalent experience in nonprofit, communication, accounting or other related field. Ability to work with the public; Ability to work on multiple projects with limited supervision; Excellent verbal and written communication skills; have skills using Microsoft Office Suite especially Excel; Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.

CDS Aid - Arizona Women's Education and Employment, Inc. (Phoenix)

Description : The CDS Aide position is 20 hours/week in Sunnyslope, 914 W. Hatcher Rd. The CDS Aide will assist Career Development Specialists (CDS) with clerical needs, participant follow up, community development and office maintenance. This position will work closely with CDS staff. The CDS Aide will work with sensitive information and must be keenly aware of keeping that information safeguarded at all times. This CDS Aide will be supervised by the Path to Living Free Project Director.
Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Support to the Program Staff
• Follow-up communication with participants.
• Database entry into multiple reporting systems.
• Clerical duties as assigned.
• Maintain tracking system to assure attendance at program activities.
• Coordinate job announcement data bank
• Community Connections
• Distribute AWEE information to organizational partners.
• Assist in community outreach opportunities as assigned.
• Office maintenance
• Ensure office is properly stocked with supplies.
• Ensure computers and printers are clean and in proper working order.
• Organize and perform other office housekeeping duties

Qualifications:
Major Requirements and Education

1. Two years experience in a position that requires organizational skills, attention to detail and adapting rapidly to changing assignments.
2. Customer service skills
3. Computer proficiency in database entry, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Internet Explorer
4. Valid drivers license and car insurance

Preferred Requirements

1. Associate degree or two years experience in related area.
2. Bilingual/Spanish

How to Apply: For more information on this position or to apply, contact Kathie Rudolph at 602.223.4342 or e-mail kathierudolph@awee.org

Education Executive Administrator - Leadership Workshops Foundation DBA Workshops for Youth and Families (Scottsdale)

Description: Oversees planning, coordination and implementation of business operational activities to support program operations and goals, in accordance with WYF organizational and board initiatives. Supervises personnel assigned to office activities. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships to achieve organizational goals and initiatives. Must have ability to work with youth. Salary: $14/hr - $16/hr (based on experience). Some benefits included.
Schedule: 9am-2pm, Monday-Friday. Some weekends required.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES
The following are essential job accountabilities:

1. Supervises and assists WYF staff in the implementation of workshop programs and ensures that business operations meet operational objectives (40% of time)
2. Maintains, monitors and updates organizational database, website and all related operational activities to support communication of program offerings (20% of time)
3. Interfaces with internal and external collaborative partners, including staff and parent volunteers (20% of time)
4. Supervises office staff; interviews, recommends and selects hiring of office personnel. Responsible for office staff scheduling, time and attendance (10% of time)
5. Maintains and submits financial records to bookkeeper. Supervises activities related to operational revenue and expenses to meet organizational financial goals (5% of time)
6. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested (5% of time)

Qualifications:

• Minimum Education: Associate's degree
• Minimum Experience: 1-2 years experience in a nonprofit organization
• Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree in Business/Organizational management, or Communications.
• Preferred Experience: 2-5 years experience in business operations/non-profit sector Required Skills: Computer literate (Excel, Word, Power Point and other various software), excellent verbal/written communication skills Working Conditions: Inside: 80% Outside: 20%

How to Apply: Please request application by contacting Pamela Dancil at pdancil@orho.org. No phone calls, please.

Chief Financial Officer - Aid to Adoption of Special Kids (Arizona)

Description: AASK's mission is building and strengthening families through foster care and adoption. The AASK foster care and adoption programs provide families multiple opportunities to make a significant difference in the lives of children who have come into Arizona's foster care system as a result of abuse, neglect and abandonment. AASK has experienced an incredible amount of growth in recent years and requires a process-driven, experienced business leader to assist in the accounting duties crucial to managing the agency and its financials.
Share your passion for making a difference in the community and support a worthy social cause while working in a challenging, dynamic environment. Offering the opportunity to make a real impact in a rapidly growing agency.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Management & development of:

• Accounting department staff
• Month-end close processes
• Departmental policies & procedures
• Strategies to ensure adherence to generally accepted accounting principles
• Assessment of business alternatives
• Business planning

Review and preparation of:

• Monthly and quarterly financial statements
• Periodic journal entries G/L postings bank reconciliations
• Month end entries Annual financial and 401k audits
• Periodically communicate financial results to Board of Directors, CEO, departmental managers

Director of Corporate Support - Arizona Opera (Phoenix)

Description: Arizona Opera is looking for a Director of Corporate Support. The Company’s development team is responsible for all contributed revenue streams, including annual gifts, sponsorships, grants, planned giving, and contributions to the endowment, generating 45 percent of the company’s annual $6.9 million operating budget. The Director of Corporate Support manages the Company’s corporate sponsorship portfolio.

Duties include: researching corporate giving guidelines and giving histories, creating sponsorship opportunities with corresponding benefits, marketing programs to the corporate community, writing proposals, and providing appropriate follow-up. The position should build and steward relationships with the corporate community, and maintain a moves management system. The Director of Corporate Support reports to the Senior Development of Development.

Qualifications: Candidates must have a minimum of five years experience in fundraising, and at least a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required. Knowledge of latest industry and field techniques and trends is mandatory. Candidates must be computer literate and proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite and have knowledge of integrated database management, preferably The Raiser’s Edge and Tessitura. Excellent writing and presentation skills required. Attention to detail, high level of organizational skills, and dynamic personality a must, and experience in and knowledge of opera preferred.

How to Apply: For a complete job listing, visit www.azopera.org, and click on “Company.” All interested applicants should send their resume along with cover letter to: Debra Harrison, General Manager, Arizona Opera, 4600 N 12th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85014.

Director of Foundation and Government Support - Arizona Opera (Phoenix)

Description: Arizona Opera is looking for a Director of Foundation and Government Support. The Company’s development team is responsible for all contributed revenue streams, including annual gifts, sponsorships, grants, planned giving, and contributions to the endowment, generating 45% of the company’s annual $6.9 million operating budget. The Director of Foundation and Government Support manages the development activities targeted toward foundation and government agencies.

Duties include: researching foundation and government giving guidelines and giving histories, writing proposals and mid- and final reports, and providing appropriate follow-up. The position should build and steward relationships with representatives from local, state, and national foundations and government agencies, and maintain a moves management system. The Director of Corporate Support reports to the Senior Development of Development.

Qualifications: Candidates must have a minimum of five years experience in fundraising, and at least a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required. Knowledge of latest industry and field techniques and trends is mandatory. Candidates must be computer literate and proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite and have knowledge of integrated database management, preferably The Raiser’s Edge and Tessitura. Excellent writing and presentation skills required. Attention to detail, high level of organizational skills, and dynamic personality a must, and experience in and knowledge of opera preferred.

Director of Development – Arizona Opera (Tucson)

Description: Arizona Opera is looking for a Director of Development - Tucson. Arizona Opera has a major presence in both Tucson and Phoenix and maintains fully-staffed offices in both cities, and produces a five-opera season, offering two and four performances each in Tucson and Phoenix, respectively. The Director of Development – Tucson plans, organizes, and directs all fundraising efforts in Southern Arizona and reports to the Senior Director of Development, based in Phoenix. The Director of Development – Tucson designs and implements a Southern Arizona annual fundraising plan, including direct mail campaigns and corporate sponsorships, focusing on new and increased gifts.

Duties include: recommending both revenue and expense goals for the individual giving programs and providing monthly budget forecasts; creating related print and online materials; researching prospects, and securing and upgrading gifts for the Bravo! and Crescendo societies; examining Tucson-related corporate, foundation, and government funding opportunities, and submitting proposals, and ensuring appropriate acknowledgments and benefit fulfillments.

How to Apply: For a complete job listing, visit www.azopera.org, and click on “Company.” All interested applicants should send their resume along with cover letter to: Debra Harrison, General Manager, Arizona Opera, 4600 N 12th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85014.

Fundraising Profressional - School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona Director of Development A.T. Still University Mesa Campus (Mesa)

Description: In preparation for its first comprehensive campaign, A.T. Still University (ATSU) is looking for a qualified and dynamic fundraising professional who wants to develop their career.  Consistent with the University’s heritage as the founding school of osteopathic medicine, the mission of ATSU of Health Sciences is to educate student to become competent health care professions who continuously develop and demonstrate compassion, integrity, and ability, while advancing osteopathic principles and philosophy.  The Kirksville, Mo. campus includes the Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine, the School of Health Management, and the Still National Osteopathic Medicine.  The Mesa, Ariz. campus features the Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health, the Arizona School of Health Sciences, and School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona, which just started its inaugural class in August. The Director of Development will raise funds for the School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona through identification, cultivation, and solicitation of prospective alumni and friends. The majority of travel will be in the greater Phoenix region.

Qualifications: Ideal candidates will have polished development skills specifically in major gift fundraising in a university or healthcare environment.  In addition, the ideal candidate should have a proven record of success in growing a multi-million dollar private gift program. Three or more years of development experience and CFRE certification preferred or are actively moving toward certification.

How to Apply: If you would like to apply, want further information, or know a qualified candidate for the position, please contact Robert L. Basham, CFRE, Vice President for Institutional Advancement, 660-626-2395 or rbasham@atsu.edu.

Director of Financing Operations - The Arizona Tribal Community Development Financial Institution (Phoenix)

Description: In cooperation with colleagues on the management team, design, develop and refine a full suite of products and financial services appropriate to each market segment.
In cooperation with colleagues on the management team, define and execute the policies and procedures necessary to safeguard the loan portfolio.

• Manage the underwriting process and make recommendations to the loan committee regarding individual credits and/or investments.
• When a loan application is rejected, outline the range of options to be presented to the borrower by TA staff.
• With legal counsel, ensure that the loan documentation in its entirety is adequate to reasonably safeguard the interests of Native Home Capital.
• File UCC and other security documents as may be necessary for each transaction.
• Manage and develop Native Home Capital’s loan officers when they are hired.

Qualifications:

• The successful candidate will have an undergraduate degree and ten years of relevant experience
• Experience working with housing development finance
• Experience managing multiple demands
• Excellent written and verbal communicator
• Experience working with Native American communities
• Strong leadership and decision making abilities
• Strong quantitative and computer skills

Development Director - Save the Family Foundation of Arizona (East Valley)

Description: Save the Family is an East Valley transitional self-sufficiency housing program for homeless families with children. The Director of Development with the guidance of the Executive Director, will be responsible for achieving fund raising goals and strategies for capital and annual funding programs; move current annual donors to higher giving levels and acquire new annual and capital donors; plan, direct and implement all fund raising and stewardship activities in all areas of contributed annual income including individual, corporate, foundation government and volunteer support and sponsorships and oversee donor recognition.

Qualifications: The Development Director is responsible for developing, coordination, and supervising fund raising activities to support an annual operating budget of 5.3 M. The individual applying for this position must have an understanding of comprehensive fund raising and the ability to achieve financial objectives, and must have:

• A four-year college degree or equivalent of 5 years of experience
• Excellent written and verbal, interpersonal and organizational skills
• The ability to function as a member of a team
• A proven and strong track record in annual campaign, special events, and endowment fund raising
• Must demonstrate sound judgment, initiative and independent thinking

Pay: D.O.E. Excellent fringe benefits.

Development Director - The Centers for Habilitation (Tempe)

Description: The Centers for Habilitation has been providing quality, caring service to individuals with disabilities and their families for 40 years. With an operating budget of $20 M and 650 employees, TCH is known statewide as a reputable and trustworthy organization. With programs in Phoenix, Tucson, and Yuma, TCH helps people with disabilities by building self-sufficiency, providing safe, comfortable homes and direct care, and creating employment opportunities.

• Are you a results-oriented, experienced Development professional with a track record of securing major gifts and grants for your organization?
• Do you have exceptional written and public speaking skills?
• Do you have demonstrated ability to manage an energetic, creative Development staff?
• Are you effective at building community, business, and political networks?
• Have you demonstrated success in dealing with an active, committed Board of Directors?

If you answered yes to these questions and would like a challenging position reporting to the CEO as a critical member of the TCH Executive Team, please review the qualifications and send your resume. We welcome the opportunity to show you why TCH is such a special place to work, create, and grow as an employee and as a human being.

Qualifications: A bachelor's degree, three years in development including one year supervising; experience in the following: annual giving campaigns, foundation/corporate solicitations, capital campaigns, major gifts, grant and proposal writing and management, and managing special events. Salary depends on experience. Excellent benefits/retirement package.

Accounting Clerk - Arizona Foundation for Legal Services and Education (Phoenix)

Description: Accounting Clerk: Under the guidance of the Finance Director-Controller, ensures timely processing of accounting data and IOLTA information to meeting with Foundation and bank requirements.

Duties include: Prepares weekly accounts payable processing, cutting of manual checks, data entry and filing; undertakes A/P and A/R research as requested by other staff and vendors; handles vendor account analysis; assists with preparation of year-end 1099 tax forms, including requesting updated information from vendors and maintaining current vendor files; prepares monthly accounts payable adjusting journal entries and assists with input and posting of all month end journal entries; assists with monthly bank reconciliations and reconciliations of accounts payable sub-ledger to general ledger; prepares daily cash receipts processing, depositing of checks, data entry and filing; responsible for other data entry that may arise. Hourly rate approximately $16.50 based on 37.5 work week.

Qualifications: Associate's degree in Accounting or related field preferred and/or at least 2-3 years of experience in a similar accounting position required.

How to Apply: Please submit resume to: Lara Slifko, Arizona Foundation for Legal Services & Education, 4201 N. 24th St, Phoenix, Arizona 85016. No phone calls. The Arizona Foundation for Legal Services & Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Director of Development -Southwest Autism Research and Resource Center (Phoenix)

Description:

• Position Class: Exempt, salary dependent on experience , full benefits
• Average hours per week: 40
• Reports to: CEO/President
• Department/Program Area: Fundraising

Position Summary: This position is responsible and accountable for coordinating with the President/CEO and Board of Directors to develop and implement an overall annual and capital fundraising plan sufficient to meet Southwest Autism Research and Resource Center's (SARRC's) financial requirements. The Director of Development serves as a key member of the senior management team at SARRC and as a liaison to the broader community.

Qualifications:

• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to think strategically and execute fundraising efforts tied to SARRC's overall strategic plan and goals
• Budget and strategic planning process
• Ability to lead and motivate a team
• Track record of management success
• Preferred Education: Minimum of a bachelor's degree
• Five (5) to ten (10) years' previous fundraising experience with successful track record in achieving fundraising goals.
• Experience with capital campaigns, building endowments, grants and major donor cultivation.

How to Apply: Candidates should forward their full resumes to:
Kathy Hand
Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center 300 North 18th Street Phoenix, AZ 85006
Or by fax to (602) 218-8i76
Or by e-mail: khand@autismcenter.org

Development Assistant - The Phoenix Symphony (Phoenix)

Description: Join the Phoenix Symphony and provide key administrative and data management support to a dynamic professional fundraising team for a leading and largest performing arts organization in Arizona in its 60 th Anniversary season.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and 1 -2 years related experience or equivalent combination, or Associates degree plus 2-4 years related experience or equivalent combination.
• Demonstrated experience in MS Word, Excel & Power Point and knows Outlook. 
• Ability to learn how to use the Symphony’s Tessitura database for entering gifts and pledges, for constructing and producing reports and mailings, and for tracking donors.
• Basic understanding of fundraising principles & practices in a non-profit environment preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail required.
• Good communication skills and excellent computer skills. Ability to function as a team member in an exciting and fast- paced environment.

How to Apply: Please send resume by Sept. 15 to: 
Frank E. Bourget, CFRE, Director of Development at The Phoenix Symphony, 455 N. Third Street, Suite 390, Phoenix, Arizona, 85004.

Planned Giving Officer - Heard Museum (Phoenix)

Description: Manages the Maie Bartlett Heard Society (planned giving society) entirely from administrative to marketing duties and plays a leadership role in securing funds for the endowment fund through outright and estate gifts. The Planned Giving Officer is the primary contact for donors when making provisions in their estate plans and will work closely with the Director and Director of Development of the Heard Museum to raise endowment funds.

Qualifications: The Planned Giving Officer must possess strong communication skills (written and oral), excellent organizational skills, previous planned giving experience is required and knowledge of campaign fundraising is desirable. The ideal candidate has a demonstrated ability to meet or exceed goals, effectively handle multiple priorities and work well as a part of a team. The Planned Giving Officer must be a proven self-starter with the ability to take appropriate initiatives for success. This full-time position includes a competitive salary and generous benefits package.

How to Apply: For more information on this position or to apply, contact Geri Wright at 602.251.0211 or e-mail gwright@heard.org

Grant Writer - Florence Crittenton (Phoenix)

Description: Florence Crittenton is a nonprofit organization that has served Arizona’s youth and their families for more than a century, providing services, education and community-based programs to help children and teens overcome the issues of abuse, neglect, teen pregnancy or mental health problems. In order to continue this growth and expansion, we have an opening within the Development Department for a Grant Writer. This individual will develop and manage the grant-funded programs for the agency.

Florence Crittenton offers an excellent compensation and benefits package to regular full-time team members. These benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), paid time off, paid holidays and a fun, creative, hard-working environment.

Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree (preferably in business or social services) plus two to five years related grant writing (preferably in a non-profit organization); or the equivalent experience.

How to Apply: If interested, please email resume and cover letter to hr@flocrit.org. Drug Testing required. EOE.

Senior Advancement Officer - Arizona Community Foundation (Phoenix)

Description: This is a new position with the Arizona Community Foundation (ACF), one of the largest public charities in Arizona.  A statewide organization, ACF pools community resources to address Arizona’s most critical needs and opportunities.  With assets of over $560 million and nearly 900 separate funds, ACF works actively with donors, the nonprofit and public sectors, government, corporate and community leaders.  ACF builds assets through fund development including major gifts, planned gifts, estate and bequest gifts.  The Senior Advancement Officer focuses on cultivating relationships with prospective donors in order to increase endowments, contributions, and planned gifts primarily within the greater Phoenix metro area.  The Senior Advancement Officer, a member of the Advancement Team, is new to the organization, and will focus primarily on new and deferred fund development. his position will work directly with the Board of Directors, Chief Executive, Operating and Finance Officers, and will be supervised by the Chief Operating Officer.  

Qualifications: Salary is commensurate with experience.  Minimum educational requirement:  Bachelor’s degree; CFP, MBA or J.D. preferred. Certification as a Fund Raising Professional or Planned Giving Specialist a plus.  Minimum five years experience in the nonprofit sector, specializing in major gift acquisition. 

How to Apply: Please submit resume with cover letter to hr@azfoundation.org by Wednesday, Oct. 3. Full job description can be viewed at www.azfoundation.org.  

Local Promotion Representatives (Arizona)

Description: Corporation is looking for local representatives. The main duty of our partners is to promote our services regionally. Experience in a field of business and consulting services is preferred but not required. Making money with us is simple. We provide every representative with all necessary informational, educational and financial support. There are a lot of promoting methods, we can help you to find the best way to grow your business, we are looking for long-time partnership. Our company was always one of the best, we aim at keeping leading positions. We are dedicated to helping talented people have a better career and we offer you to become our long-time business partner. People who worked with us have reached high peaks in their careers within 6-12 months, in other companies it takes much more time. Strategic planning, Complex projects realization in different business branches, individual responsibility for projects realization, and many other innovative business technologies helps us to make impressive profits in rather short periods of time.

Assistant Director for Marketing and Communications - Arizona-Mexico Commission

Description: The position of Assistant Director for Marketing and Communications is in the Governor's Office of the Arizona-Mexico Commission (AMC). The AMC works to improve the economic well-being and quality of life for the residents of Arizona by promoting a strong, cooperative relationship with Mexico. The Assistant Director for Marketing and Communications manages all communication and marketing efforts with input from fellow staff members, the Governors communication team, Board of Directors, and other stakeholders. The AMC recently launched a new brand and corresponding Web site. This Assistant Director is responsible for communicating progress on the Governors initiatives, binational committee action items, and board initiatives to stakeholders in Arizona, Mexico, and beyond. The AMC is a dynamic, fast-paced, demanding environment with constantly changing priorities.

How to Apply: For more information, please visit http://www.azmc.org/story/?ID=160

Technology Coordinator - Arizona Foundation for Legal Services and Education (Phoenix)

Description : The Arizona Foundation for Legal Services & Education is hiring a Technology Coordinator. Pay between $17.50-$18.50

Duties include: Implements policies and procedures established; direct coordination of multiple projects or procedures; implementation of annual priorities of specific projects including but not limited to Web site updates and programming; implementation of compliance practices of designated projects or services; compiling of data for statistic reports. Based on the established long and short-term goals, implements solutions to maintain current and easy-to-use sites that deliver valuable and relevant information and services.

How to Apply: Please send resumes to Lara Slifko at 4201 No. 24th Street, Suite 210, Phoenix Arizona 85016 by 9/14. The Foundation is an EOE Employer

Director of Technical Assistance- The Arizona Tribal Community Development Financial Institution (Phoenix)

Description:
Stimulate the flow of feasible financing opportunities for Native Home Capital by creating qualified borrowers able to put forward sound, credit-worthy applications

Develop and document a system to objectively evaluate TDHE and developer capacity to analyze their market demand, plan market responsive housing projects, structure financing and manage the development process. The system must yield metrics on which a program of technical assistance can be planned.

Develop and document protocols for raising the evaluations of TDHEs and developers in each area scored with the system. The target improvements will be sufficient to increase the likelihood of project success while conserving Native Home Capital TA resources.

Manage relationships with other TA providers, public agencies and institutions to ensure the highest level of return for the investment of Native Home Capital’s resources.
Use group and individual contacts to increase the technical capacity of TDHEs, developers and communities to put forth feasible housing development and rehabilitation opportunities.

Provide individual attention to TDHE's and developer's proposals to ensure that they are technically and financially sound before they are presented to capital sources, including but not limited to Native Home Capital.

Develop and manage Technical Assistance Officers when hired.

Coordinating with Financing Operations, manage the level of risk represented by the loan and housing investments portfolio

Qualifications:
The successful candidate will have:
An undergraduate degree and ten years of relevant experience,
Experience with training and consulting protocols design
Experience managing multiple demands
Excellent written and verbal communicator
Experience working with Native American communities
Strong leadership and decision making abilities
Strong interpersonal skills

How to Apply: Interested applicants can forward their resumes to:
Patrick Borunda, MBA, CEO
Native Home Capital
4520 N. Central, Suite 600
Phoenix, AZ 85012
Or email resumes to: pborunda@nativehomecapital.com
Website: www.nativehomecapital.com

Resource Development Assistant - Arizona Foundation for Legal Services and Education (Phoenix)

Description: Resource Development Assistant assures acknowledgement of all supporters; assistance with multiple projects and events

Qualifications: Associate's degree or equivalent experience in nonprofit, communication, event planning or other related field. Experience in graphic design a plus. Ability to work with the public; Ability to work on multiple projects with limited supervision; Excellent verbal and written communication skills; have skills using Microsoft Office Suite; Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively. Non-exempt position. Hourly rate approximately $14 based on 37.5 work week.

How to Apply: Please submit resume to: Lara Slifko, Arizona Foundation for Legal Services & Education, 4201 N. 24th St, Phoenix, Arizona 85016. No phone calls. The Arizona Foundation for Legal Services & Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Education Sales Associates - Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts (Scottsdale)

Description : Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts and Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art seek friendly, energetic and dependable part-time sales associates for the retail stores. Duties include assisting customers with purchases, merchandising, assisting volunteers and ensuring an esthetically well-maintained retail environment. We are open 7 days a week and offer evening and weekend flexible schedules.

Qualifications: Previous retail sales experience is desirable. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential. Creative merchandising skills and an interest in visual and performing arts are a plus. EOE

How to Apply: Please email: Resumes@sccarts.org

Quality Assurance Specialist - Arizona Women's Education and Employment, Inc. (Phoenix)

Description: The Quality Assurance Specialist, under direction of the Project Director, promotes quality achievement and performance improvement at a project and organizational level. The Quality Assurance Specialist will communicate directly with subcontractors and project staff in identifying trends, analyzing data and assuring accuracy and consistency of all reports

1. Monitors through analysis and observation, project reports and activities (including subcontractors activities) to identify trends, successful practices, achievement of goals and objectives and areas needing improvement. Determines degree of project and subcontractor compliance with AWEE, contract and fund source standards.
2. Plans, schedules, and conducts monitoring and data analysis activities.
3. Prepares reports to communicate trends and findings and makes recommendations as appropriate.
4. Serves as integral member of the Project Team, providing input based on knowledge of project activities and outcomes for continuous quality improvement and effective quality control processes.
5. Creates library containing all project related Standard Operating Procedures and relevant regulations and guideline changes. Maintains working knowledge of this information, along with performance goals and objectives and applies such knowledge to evaluation and analysis of activities.
6. Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, working collaboratively with Project Team.
7. Receives, reviews and summarizes reports and other information regarding similar project findings and best practices on a national level, keeping the Project Team and Agency Management Team apprised of information and relation to AWEEs project on an ongoing basis.
8. Participates in special assignments on various teams as determined by Project Director.

How to Apply: For more information on this position or to apply, contact Kathie Rudolph at 602.223.4342 or e-mail kathierudolph@awee.org

Program Executive/Resident Camp Director - Shadow Rim Ranch - Girl Scouts, Arizona Cactus-Pine Council, Inc (Phoenix)

Description: Responsible for the development, implementation and delivery of quality Girl Scout program that addresses current girl needs, interests and societal issues; provides girls with a sense of self worth; creates for girls, an opportunity for development of skills and knowledge; and, responsible for the management and direction of a resident camp. Position is specifically responsible for high adventure programming (Girls Go Extreme) and direction of Shadow Rim Ranch. Excellent Pay & Benefits EEO

Youth Development Director - Boys and Girls Club of the East Valley (Tempe)

Description: With primary concern for program outcomes, the Youth Development Director directs the overall planning, delivery, and activities of programs in a specific branch based on the core beliefs of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America.

Qualifications:

• Four year degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of two (2) years work experience in a Boys & Girls Club or similar organization planning and supervising activities based on the developmental needs of young people.
• Demonstrated organizational and project management abilities.
• Strong communications skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to recruit, train, supervise, motivate and retain staff.
• Group leadership skills, including an understanding of group dynamics.
• Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications
• Valid Driver’s License (if applicable)

How to Apply: Interested persons need to submit the following information to Rebecca Martinez at the Williams Branch. Fax resumes to Diane Sherwood at 480-820-4093 or email your resume to rebeccam@clubzona.com. The position will remain open until it is filled. Please include an updated application and/or current resume and a letter of application outlining your qualifications for the position. January 15th marks the closing date for applications.

Development Parent Engagement and Mobilization Coordinator - Make a Difference (Phoenix)

Description: These are full time, 11 month positions beginning October 2007. Working with four regional school readiness partnerships in Maricopa County, the Parent Engagement and Mobilization Coordinator will develop recruitment, retention and recognition plan to support parent engagement in community education and mobilization around early childhood issues. This person will work in coordination with the Children’s Oral Health and Nutritional Health Initiative Coordinators, with the Success By 6 Director and the Marketing and Communications Dept to research and develop new Success By 6 activities and materials.
Hours & Schedule: 35-40+ hours per week. This position has regular office hours of 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday. Evening & weekends are required as needed for community meetings and events. Schedules may vary by position.

Stipend & Benefits:

• A living allowance of $13,000, distributed in equal installments every two weeks during the term
• Basic health insurance
• Loan forbearance for federal student loans
• A $4,725 educational award upon completion of your service term (a minimum of 1700 hours is required)
• Childcare assistance (available for those who qualify)
• Business expense reimbursement

Qualifications:

• Applicants must be U.S. Citizens, nationals or lawful permanent residents and at least 18 years of age.
• Applicants must be able to commit to the 11 month time frame starting in October 2007.
• Applicants must have a minimum of a High School Diploma.
• Applicants must be computer literate, comfortable using Microsoft Office (Word & Excel primarily).

How to Apply: If interested in this position please complete the following steps.

1. Make sure that you meet the minimum requirements for the positions listed above.
2. Complete the AmeriCorps application. (If you do not have one, you can get one from our website www.makeadifference.org or call 602-973-2212 to have one mailed to you.)
3. Write a letter of interest expressing why you would like to serve in this particular program (or with a particular host site). No minimum length.

Send your application and letter to:
Make A Difference
Attn: Elisha Mueller
5151 N. 19th Ave., #200
Phoenix, AZ 85015
Email: elisha@makeadifference.org
Fax: 602-973-9233
What’s next? Make A Difference will review your information and if interested will call you to set up an interview. The interviewing process had begun and will continue until all positions are filled.

Outreach Coordinator - Friends of the Agua Fria National Monument (Phoenix)

Description: The Friends of the Agua Fria National Monument is seeking to fill a part-time Outreach Coordinator position to assist the board in fulfilling its mission. The Friends of the Agua Fria National Monument (FAFNM) is a volunteer and membership nonprofit organization. Their mission is to protect, preserve, and promote appreciation and enjoyment of the ecological, archaeological, scenic, and scientific resources and values of the Agua Fria National Monument. We accomplish our mission through volunteer and professional projects and activities such as interpretation, education, fundraising, and advocacy.

Under the direction of the FAFNM Board, the Outreach Coordinator will have responsibility for many of the key organizing tasks for the group such as managing the membership program, recruiting and coordinating volunteers, coordinating existing projects, and organizing new volunteer projects. The staff person would also assist with the annual meeting, educational programs, newsletter and Web site, and Board election. The Outreach Coordinator will represent the Friends to community groups and the Bureau of Land Management. The position will include occasional travel to the Monument and participation in FAFNM programs. Travel expenses will be reimbursed, but candidates must have their own vehicle.

Qualifications: Looking for a person who is organized, outgoing, and has a strong commitment to the preservation and enjoyment of natural and cultural resources. Also important is a willingness and ability to work side-by-side with volunteers in projects as varied as chopping invasive tamarisk from stream beds or recording archaeological sites. Excellent written and spoken communication skills are essential, as are strong computer skills.

How to Apply: Send cover letter, resume, references, and writing sample to Scott Jones at sjones@aguafriafriends.org; for inquiries, please call 602-254-9330.

Project Coordinator - Arizona-Mexico Commission (Phoenix)

Description: The Project Coordinator is an entry-level position at the Arizona-Mexico Commission in the Governor's office. The AMC works to improve the economic well-being and quality of life for the residents of Arizona by promoting a strong, cooperative relationship with Mexico. The Project Coordinator will support the Assistant Directors in a variety of tasks including administration, event planning and execution, and management of the Arizona-Sonora Student Exchange Program. The AMC is a team environment and the Project Coordinator will work with the Assistant Directors and Executive Director to ensure the success of binational committee, Board of Directors, and Governors initiatives. The AMC is a dynamic, fast-paced environment with constantly changing priorities. Ideal candidates must cope with stress well and be able to balance priorities.

How to Apply: For more information, please visit: http://www.azmc.org/story/?ID=160

Lead Case Manager - AZ Women's Education and Employment (Phoenix)

Description: The Lead Case Manager (LCM) works under the supervision of the Project Director. The LCM assists in recruiting qualified participants and supporting them in recognizing their employment, education and/or training related opportunities. The LCM knows and understands the requirements of AWEE funding streams, focusing on those requirements while keeping the participants needs paramount. This position is grant funded and available so long as funding is available.

Major Duties:

1. Develop and implement recruitment strategies to achieve participant enrollment goals. Community Outreach. AWEE intake and evaluation of eligibility.
2. Ensure that participants are adequately assessed for readiness for job search/placement and/or education.
3. Identify and address barriers, referring to appropriate community resources for support service needs.
4. Monitor subcontractors support of employment transitions to meet grant goals and AWEE standards.
5. Establish and maintain up-to-date participant files in client files and in data management systems.
6. Prepare activity reports and other special reports.
7. Provide information for grants, newsletters, or cooperating organizations as requested by management.
8. Ensure that case management is conducted by sub contractors.
9. Perform co-case management as appropriate.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Education or Social Service with emphasis on workforce development.
2. Three years direct case management services.
3. Demonstrated ability in motivating clients.
4. Demonstrated communication skills coordinating within a team approach.
5. Two years experience using data systems to monitor client activities.

Projects Director - AZ Women's Education and Employment (Phoenix)

Description : The Project Director ensures that AWEE achieves desired outcomes by leading the assigned staff and subcontractors. Under the supervision of the President/CEO or Vice President, the Project Director is accountable for ensuring that program services and results meet or exceed contract, agency, and stakeholder expectations. This position is subject to definitive fund source availability.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Trains, directs and supervises assigned staff.
2. Oversees project teams (that may include subcontractors).
3. Evaluates individual and team outcomes and applies continuous improvement to ensure achievement of goals and performance standards.
4. Performs community building resulting in effective outreach, partnerships and services.
5. Serves as the communication liaison to the fund source(s) for coordination of services and reporting project activities and outcomes.
6. Ensures seamless delivery of services through effective integration and coordination with other AWEE projects, services, partners and subcontractors.
7. Tracks, analyzes and reports project activities and outcomes.
8. Ensures AWEE compliance with fund source expectations and agency policies and procedures. Monitors and ensures subcontractor compliance.
9. Oversees project expenditures to ensure contract compliance in collaboration with AWEE Controller.
10. Represents AWEE at project related events, meetings and conferences.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in social services or education or business.
2. Two to four years relevant experience Project or Account Management.
3. Two to four years supervisory experience.
4. One year of experience in creating and sustaining community partnerships or other stakeholder partnerships.
5. Strong demonstrated organizational, communication and technology skills.

Program Aid – East Valley Area Girl Scouts (Phoenix)

Description: Primary duty is to assist assigned Area Team responsible for the development, extension, and maintenance of girl and adult membership by implementing and conducting program activities for girls. Part time position, 20-hour week including afternoons, evenings and weekends. Some of the functions of this position would be to support recruitment and placement of girls and troop committee members at specific sites for program activities; prepare and organize program materials and supplies necessary to conduct troop program activities; and, work with Member Services Executives (MSE) so that Neighborhood program activities are available for participating girls.

Qualifications: The ability to manage workload, to be a self-starter and an effective team member, and work with people from different backgrounds; the ability to communicate clear, concise written and verbal reports within established deadlines; dependability, maturity, sound judgment, sense of humor, and flexibility; ability to teach and work successfully with children; bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred; able to maintain a flexible work schedule; and, be a minimum of 18 years of age with a valid driver's license and reliable, insured transportation.

How to Apply: Please send email to resumes@girlscoutsaz.org or fax resume/application to 602-252-1159 attn Linda The application form can be found at www.girlscoutsaz.org "about us - employment" sections.

Program Director – United Cerebral Palsy (Phoenix)

Description: Currently looking for a Program Director to give overall direction for the financial and staff management of all program services of the agency. Competitive salary with excellent benefits: group medical, dental and life insurance; paid-time-off (vacation and sick days); extended-time-off (serious illness or injury); paid holidays; 401(k) plan; and the opportunity to work with a great bunch of people.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Establish and implement operational policies, procedures and practices.
• Manage revenue and expense of the service units in order to reach financial goals.
• Manage, train and supervise staff to ensure programmatic outcomes consistent with contractual standards.
• Participate in and/or lead the development of standards and guidelines for program services.
• Maintain professional staff organization whereby the service units within the agency are coordinated with each other.
• Prepare an annual business plan based on utilization, market research, program evaluation and quality management data.
• Prepare an annual financial plan based on projected contract revenue and expenses.
• Manage program services in consultation with the President to reach service and financial plan goals.
• Manage pricing of non-contract service opportunities.
• Conduct employee evaluations as required.
• Establish and maintain relationships with referral sources, consumers and other stakeholders.
• Other related duties as required to promote and ensure the health, safety, employability and general welfare of all consumers and staff.

Qualifications :

Minimum: BA/BS in a social science, education or business related field, and 6 years of experience.
Preferred: Minimum plus master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Business or related field. One year of contract/grant administration experience. Experience with a specialty population, such as persons with disabilities or economically disadvantaged persons. Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.
Licenses: Must satisfy agency licensure requirements for fingerprinting.

Projects and Planning Coordinator - Arizona Coalition to End Homelessness (Phoenix)

Description: The Arizona Coalition to End Homelessness is seeking a Projects and Planning Coordinator. Candidate must be detail-oriented and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as excellent computer skills. Ability to plan and implement conference and fundraising activities necessary. Knowledge of advocacy strategies and grant writing skills a plus. Candidate must have a bachelor's degree in social work, public administration, community development, or a related field. Starting salary range $28,000-$32,000.

How to Apply: Please email, fax or send cover letter and resume to: Arizona Coalition to End Homelessness, 2700 N. 3rd St., Suite 2011, Phoenix, AZ 85004, Fax: (602) 257-8951 coalition@azceh.org (No phone calls please)

Program Coordinator - St. Joseph the Worker (Phoenix)

Description : Supervises program staff, oversees and provides leadership for all aspects of program operations and development of new and existing programs. Work as team player and leader within a small agency dedicated to helping homeless and other disadvantaged populations secure meaningful, sustainable employment.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise program employees; provide leadership, supervision, recognition, and professional development.
• Oversee all program activities, program development and program evaluation for on-site, off-site and follow-up program.
• Actively participate in utilization of Logic Model tool for program development and evaluation. Provide narrative and statistical information for internal and external audiences.
• Establish and provide procedures for effective data collection . Lead implementation of new program database.
• Provide direct client care as necessary.
• Establish, maintain and strengthen community relationships and partnerships to enhance service to clients and improve success in helping clients to secure and maintain meaningful, long-term employment. This includes participation as needed in development opportunities.
• Represent agency in employment networking groups, service provider collaborations and neighborhood and homeless advocacy organizations.

Qualifications : Minimum 2 years supervisory experience. Bachelors degree in Human Services, Social Services or a related field or combination education and relevant experience Must possess strong organizational and leadership skills Must posses excellent written and verbal communication skills Must be comfortable working among homeless population as well as professionally representing the agency in community networking forums.

How to Apply: For more information on this position or to apply, contact Amy Caffarello at 602-417-9854 or e-mail acaffarello@sjwjobs.org

Adult and Child Psychiatrists, Nurse Practitioners, Behavioral Health Professionals - Northern Arizona Regional Behavioral Health Authority (Arizona)

Description: Join a medical team with great salaries, full benefits, professional collaboration and support and very low medical staff turnover. Some office locations are eligible for National Health Service Corps loan repayment and scholarships. Psychiatrist positions available in Prescott, Show Low, Flagstaff, Bullhead City, and Second Mea Arizona.

How to Apply: For a full listing of positions go to: www.narbha.org Send CV: Northern Arizona Regional Behavioral Health Authority, 1300 S. Yale St., Flagstaff, Arizona 86001. Phone: (928) 774-7128; FAX: (928) 774-5665; hr@narbha.org

Corporate Compliance Officer - Northern Arizona Regional Behavioral Health Authority (Arizona)

Description: Northern Arizona Regional Behavioral Health Authority (NARBHA), a nonprofit managed behavioral healthcare organization under contract with the state of Arizona, is seeking candidates for their Corporate Compliance Officer. This position which reports to the CEO, oversees the planning, implementation and monitoring of the NARBHA Compliance Program including audits and education/training activities. The position develops programs which ensure compliance with all laws, regulations, coding/billing requirements and other regulatory requirements. Responsibilities include the development and implementation of policies and procedures, annual plan development review of compliance related complaints, ensuring appropriate reporting of potential violations, identification of areas of vulnerability, development of corrective action plans and oversight of monitoring activities.

How to Apply: For a full listing of positions go to: www.narbha.org Send CV: Northern Arizona Regional Behavioral Health Authority, 1300 S. Yale St., Flagstaff, Arizona 86001. Phone: (928) 774-7128; FAX: (928) 774-5665; hr@narbha.org

Adult Projects Coordinator Emphasis SMI - Northern Arizona Regional Behavioral Health Authority (Arizona)

Requirements:
Masters in Behavioral Health
Licensed in AZ at independent level or eligible w/in 6 months
Min. of 5 yrs clinical exp. working w/ the SMI
Skills in clinical program development, technical writing, & issue resolution
Proficient with Computer Software
Familiarity/exp. in the AZ regional behavioral health system preferred
Some travel required

How to Apply: For a full listing of positions go to: www.narbha.org

Send CV: Northern Arizona Regional Behavioral Health Authority, 1300 S. Yale St., Flagstaff, Arizona 86001. Phone: (928)774-7128; FAX: (928) 774-5665; hr@narbha.org

Requirements:
Proficiency in writing & computer skills
RN or Masters degree
AZ licensure at independent practice level
Travel throughout northern Arizona required about 30% of the time.
Salary $45,000.

How to Apply: For a full listing of positions go to: www.narbha.org

Send CV: Northern Arizona Regional Behavioral Health Authority, 1300 S. Yale St., Flagstaff, Arizona 86001. Phone: (928)774-7128; FAX: (928) 774-5665; hr@narbha.org

Description: Assist in the coordination of programs or projects specific to family, youth and adult involvement and leadership.

Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral health or health related field with 3 yrs of related exp. working with families and peers
Knowledge of the standard practices in the fields of personnel management, budgeting and accounting
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
The ability to travel extensively

How to Apply: For a full listing of positions go to: www.narbha.org

Send CV: Northern Arizona Regional Behavioral Health Authority, 1300 S. Yale St., Flagstaff, Arizona 86001. Phone: (928)774-7128; FAX: (928) 774-5665; hr@narbha.org

Description: Assists in the coordination and administration of region-wide community based programs or projects for the system of care’s five counties in northern Arizona.

Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral health or health related field with 3 yrs. of related exp. working with families and systems
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Familiarity with the assigned program or project from a community development approach
Occasionally work on nights and weekends
The ability to travel extensively

How to Apply: For a full listing of positions go to: www.narbha.org

Send CV: Northern Arizona Regional Behavioral Health Authority, 1300 S. Yale St., Flagstaff, Arizona 86001. Phone: (928)774-7128; FAX: (928) 774-5665; hr@narbha.org

Van Driver - Save The Family Foundation of Arizona (Mesa)

Description: Part-time (19 hours/week) Van Driver needed for East Valley Non-Profit. Salary: $11.00/hour depending upon experience.

Qualifications: Candidate must have a clean MVR, be able to obtain a First Class Fingerprint Card from the Arizona Department of Public Safety, willing to work a schedule of: Monday Wednesday 2:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. & Thursday 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., and comfortable driving adults and children in a 15 passenger van.

How to Apply: E-mail resume to lisar@savethefamily.org, fill out an employment application at 450 W. 4th Place Mesa, AZ 85201, or fax resume to 480-898-1191 attn: Lisa R. For answers to any questions please call 480-898-0228, extension 244.

Residential Counselors - Boys Hope Girls Home of Arizona (Phoenix)

How to Apply: For more information please visit www.bhghaz.org

Behavioral Health Clinician - Native American Connections (Phoenix)

Description: Under the direct supervision of the Outpatient Clinic Supervisor/Director, the Behavioral Health Clinician I is responsible for the management and delivery of direct client counseling services to assigned individuals and groups participating in Native American Connections programs at the NAC Assessment / Outpatient Clinic.
RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide chemical dependency counseling to individuals/groups in an outpatient clinic setting.
• Provides intake, assessment and referral services.
• Document / monitor the documentation of all services provided through client records and data (i.e., demographic data, treatment plans, psychosocial history, progress notes, discharge planning, etc.).
• Facilitate groups in the areas outlined in the program description and structure of content.
• Oversees and assists each assigned client with individualized service planning and reviews.
• Provide culturally sensitive therapy modalities through existing services, outside referral services, or the development of new services.
• Assist in clinical discharge planning and / or referring clients to / or providing alternative services.
• Maintain productivity standards at a level that is no less than 1144 hours of direct clinical delivery, annually and manage the delivery of services to 40 – 60 outpatient clients.
• Serves as the “Clinical Liaison” for all assigned clients.
• Provides reports / other utilization management documents to other agencies involved in a clients care.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in behavioral health field and one year experience in direct counseling with chemically dependent individuals and families, in both group and individual counseling; OR any combination of education, professional training or work experience which demonstrates the ability to successfully perform the duties of the position.
• Experience in working with Native Americans desirable.
• Possess a background in the delivery of individual/group/family counseling services, with a chemical dependency population.
• Familiarity with community resources for referral purposes.
• Able to function in a teamwork environment.
• May be Licensed by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners as a Substance Abuse Counselor, Professional Counselor, Marriage & Family therapist, Social Worker or other license as appropriate.
• Current TB test and physical examination documenting the ability to perform all job duties.
• Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the American Society of Addiction Medicine’s Patient Placement Criteria.
• Must be credentialed and privileged as a Clinical Liaison with the Maricopa County Regional Behavioral Health Authority, within 90 days of hire.

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