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<h2>Job Details</h2> Job Location Reading Partners National - Oakland, CA Remote Type Fully Remote Position Type Full-Time Job Category AmeriCorps National <h2>Description</h2> AmeriCorps Program Manager - Member Specialist Reading Partners is changing the education landscape. We are a leader in working to solve the literacy crisis in our country by leveraging AmeriCorps members and community volunteers in under-resourced schools. Our diverse and expansive volunteer base provides one-on-one tutoring to students twice weekly, and our program is proven to help children master the reading fundamentals they need to unlock their potential as successful, happy and confident readers in school and in life. Our people are our heartbeat and our greatest resource; we are all passionately rallied around our mission to help children become lifelong learners by empowering communities to provide individualized instruction that works. Join our stellar team leading the charge to deepen our impact and expand our service. Watch <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ReadingPartners.org/videos/10155409883651379/" target="_blank">this video</a> to learn more about Reading Partners The high level: Reading Partners’ AmeriCorps Program Manager - (ACPM) is part of a growing AmeriCorps team collaborating to act as a catalyst for people to bring their best selves to Reading Partners’ students, communities, and teammates. We host an AmeriCorps program that recruits over 300 members annually who are committed to a year of service in support of our mission. The AmeriCorps Program Manager’s role is an exciting opportunity for an entrepreneurial and mission-driven professional who is passionate about National Service and seeks to take their professional grant management and training development to a higher level. The ACPMAC Program Manager is tasked with supporting all Reading Partners regions and AmeriCorps grants, specifically in the Midwest. This person will report to the Senior Manager, Member Experience and is an opportunity to foster relationships with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders, alongside the larger AmeriCorps Team. ACPM will work alongside the two other national ACPMs and the greater national AmeriCorps Team (ACT) and will be the lead for 3 main functions: <ul> <li>Managing the Texas state AmeriCorps grant at Reading Partners,</li> <li>Supporting all Midwest regions and members, and</li> <li>Leading the team on member experience and engagement, including supporting members through the accommodations and grievance process</li> </ul> Location: This position is remote but requires candidates to reside within one of Reading Partners’ markets in the Mountain or Central Time Zones. These markets include Denver, CO, North Texas (Dallas and Fort Worth), Twin Cities, MN, and Tulsa, OK. What you’ll do: AmeriCorps Grant Management <ul> <li>Partner with Reading Partners regions to ensure high quality grants management.</li> <li>Manage all programmatic aspects of AmeriCorps grant funding for designated portfolio, including all contracting requirements, creation and submission of accurate and timely progress reports, site visits and/or audits, and provide support for financial reporting as needed. Some support for non-portfolio grants may be required.</li> <li>Manage relationships with all funders in designated portfolio, relaying pertinent information to all parties including regions, the national AmeriCorps department, Accounting, and other stakeholders as needed.</li> <li>Assess overall grants management practices on a regular basis and provide suggestions for improvement.</li> <li>Maintain member files for designated portfolio in compliance with AmeriCorps &amp; state commission regulation</li> </ul> Member Support <ul> <li>Supports managers in member performance management, including goal setting and reviews, while collaborating with national teams to align processes and enhance team engagement.</li> <li>Support regions with National Days of Service.</li> <li>Develop &amp; facilitate AmeriCorps trainings for staff related to effective compliant management of the AmeriCorps program.</li> <li>Provide coaching and support to both AmeriCorps members and staff by mediating conflict resolution meetings between members and managers as needed.</li> <li>Work with the National Program team to develop recruitment, on-boarding, training and orientation processes for AmeriCorps members.</li> <li>Support the development and implementation around all member communications such as quarterly calls, newsletter content, blog posts etc.</li> <li>Provide resources and answers regarding all AmeriCorps related questions throughout the year.</li> <li>Manage content for organizational databases and communication platforms to ensure it is up to date and relevant.</li> <li>Supporting the uplift and improvement the AmeriCorps member experience at Reading Partners.</li> </ul> Partner with AmeriCorps team colleagues and other business partners <ul> <li>Support regions and Managing Director of National Service with national service advocacy goals.</li> <li>Build relationships across the national service sector with AmeriCorps affiliates and groups who will yield opportunities for Reading Partners and our AmeriCorps members.</li> <li>Represent the AmeriCorps department on national and regional check-in calls as needed.</li> <li>Assist the Managing Director of National Service to determine attendance at (or coordinate regional representation for) required AmeriCorps state and federal meetings including all relevant commission events (calls, events, conferences etc.).</li> <li>As needed, provide administrative support to the AmeriCorps team with member recruitment, admissions, on-boarding, and off-boarding.</li> <li>On an annual basis, collaborate with the AmeriCorps team to review and draft new organizational policies and publish updated handbooks/manuals.</li> <li>Participate in AmeriCorps department weekly meetings, scheduled retreats, and team building activities. Some facilitation may be required.</li> </ul> Adapt to and Implement Initiatives in response to organizational and federal changes <ul> <li>Act as the first line of support and lead on member accommodations and member grievance resolution for the organization</li> <li>Supports additional team functions as needed, including the identification and execution of special projects related to departmental priorities and goals.</li> </ul> How you’ll do it: Drive for Results: <ul> <li>Demonstrated aptitude for creating and completing projects quickly and accurately inline with all stated deadlines. Strong ability to prioritize, streamline, and design scalable systems. High degree of comfort and hunger in seeking out continual improvement for all systems, processes, and approach. Personal leadership and accountability - able to hold yourself accountable first and foremost.</li> </ul> Relationship Development: <ul> <li>Ability to cultivate and leverage strong relationships both locally and remotely. Proven track record in providing great client service experiences, solving problems, and communicating effectively with all internal and external stakeholders. Develop close partnerships with Payroll department, all members of the AmeriCorps team, the Talent team, benefits partners, and regional stakeholders to provide top tier service for Reading Partners staff and AmeriCorps/Vista Members.</li> </ul> Project Management: <ul> <li>Strong skill set in effectively leading an initiative with many stakeholders to fruition in a timely manner. Ability to motivate people with competing priorities toward a goal. Ability to take personal initiative and execute on key priorities.</li> </ul> Organization: <ul> <li>A passion for details, collaboration, and working with others and independently to problem solve. Ability to execute details quickly and to communicate effectively to a wide group of stakeholders. Professional organization and prioritization skills - can take a list of tasks and get them done.</li> </ul> Communication: <ul> <li>Strong aptitude for effective communication remotely and in-person with internal and external partnerships. Ability to set up successful systems for communication and messaging, tailor communication to audiences, and break down complex topics for a variety of audiences. High competency with written communication.</li> </ul> Approach: <ul> <li>Maintains a strong sense of calm during peak periods. Ability to rally others to achieve organizational goals. Strong ability to assess and address sensitive situations. A sense of humor. A desire to achieve constant improvement in all you do. A strong leader in cultivating a team environment.</li> </ul> About You! You’ll be successful in this role if you: <ul> <li>Have 2-4 years of experience in grant management</li> <li>Have a strong commitment to service and support of all teammates and stakeholders</li> <li>Have a proven ability to provide strategic coaching and support to develop skills within others from various backgrounds and experiences.</li> <li>Are adept at learning new technology platforms quickly and efficiently.</li> <li>Are dept at handling data and analyzing data to suggest process improvements.</li> <li>Take initiative - both independently and in a team setting.</li> <li>Are flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.</li> <li>Are interested in working at an organization amidst great growth and change.</li> <li>Demonstrate a commitment to race, equity, diversity, and inclusion in your leadership.</li> <li>Display a deep belief in our mission and root your work in our <a href="https://readingpartners.org/about-us/vision-values/" target="_blank">core values</a>.</li> <li>Ability to prove eligibility to work legally in the U.S. and that you are at least 18 years of age.</li> </ul> Bonus points if you: <ul> <li>Experience with SalesForce, eGrants, OnCorps, and other ESS tools</li> <li>Have previous experience with AmeriCorps programs or administering an AmeriCorps program</li> <li>Are an AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni</li> </ul> What we offer: Reading Partners’ compensation and benefits programs are designed to attract, motivate, engage, and retain top talent to propel our mission forward. We aim to set salaries based on objective, external, high-quality market data. Our salaries are adjusted for candidates in different geographic regions. We do our very best to ensure that we’re bringing our best offer - therefore we do not engage in salary negotiations. <ul> <li>This is a full-time, exempt, and salaried position. The pay range for this position is $60,650 - $71,353 for our </li> <li>We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, flex spending accounts, generous paid time off, commuter benefits, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and currently a 403(b) match option.</li> <li>Professional development reimbursement fund up to $1,000 per year.</li> <li>Unlimited or Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) benefits for regular employees scheduled to work 30 hours or more per week</li> <li>We offer an exciting and dynamic culture, and we commit to investing in and supporting our amazing people to grow their careers with us.</li> </ul> The other stuff you need to know: Travel: This position is geo-flexible, but may require some travel to Reading Partners’ National Headquarters in Oakland, CA or other locations for AmeriCorps required trainings or events. This position should work Mountain or Central time zone hours. If you’re interested in joining our Reading Partners team, please submit the following application materials to our online job posting: <ul> <li>A cover letter describing your interest in Reading Partners and how your past experience has prepared you for this role. </li> <li>Resume</li> </ul> At Reading Partners we respect and honor the diversity in our workforce, and we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Reading Partners

AC PROGRAM MANAGER MEMBER SPECIALIST

<h2>Job Details</h2> Job Location Reading Partners National - Oakland, CA Position Type Full-Time Salary Range $88,426.00 - $104,030.00 Salary/year Job Category Human Resources <h2>Description</h2> Reading Partners is changing the education landscape. We are a leader in working to solve the literacy crisis in our country by leveraging community volunteers in under-resourced schools. Our diverse and expansive volunteer base provides one-on-one tutoring to students twice weekly, and our program is proven to help children master the reading fundamentals they need to unlock their potential as successful, happy, and confident readers in school and in life. Our people are our heartbeat and our greatest resource; we are all passionately rallied around our mission to help children become lifelong learners by empowering communities to provide individualized instruction that truly works. Join our stellar, committed team leading the charge to deepen our impact and expand our service. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ReadingPartners.org/videos/10155409883651379/" target="_blank">Watch this video</a> to learn more about the mission and core tutoring work of Reading Partners. The High Level: The Human Resources Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations and the compliance function of the Human Resources department. Reporting to the Managing Director of Human Resources (MDHR), the human resources manager performs a variety of operational and analytical activities in support of HR service delivery and department goals, ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations relevant to Human Resources, leads and supports HR team projects, manages the human resources generalist, and provides high-quality customer service to internal and external customers by delivering timely and professional support and results. Location: This position is remote but requires candidates to reside within one of Reading Partners’ markets. Reading Partners markets include Baltimore, MD, Denver, CO, Charleston, SC, Los Angeles, CA, New York City, NY, North Texas (Dallas and Fort Worth), San Francisco Bay Area, CA, Seattle, WA, Twin Cities, MN, Tulsa, OK, and Washington, D.C. What You’ll Do: Manage HR Compliance <ul> <li>Leads HR compliance education for both staff and manager audiences based on internal and external requirements, regulations, and best practices, including facilitating instructor-led sessions, monitoring completion of mandatory trainings, and supporting in the development of internal or coordination of external content as needed.</li> <li>Administers HR policies, including implementing and enforcing policies consistently across the organization, providing guidance to managers and staff on policy interpretation, and addressing policy-related issues or questions to ensure compliance and clarity. </li> <li>Supports the development and maintenance of HR policies and practices by conducting research into compliance-related issues and developments at the federal, state, and local levels, recommending actions based on analysis of findings, and facilitating associated change communications. </li> <li>Ensures all federal, state, and local reporting and posting requirements are met, including submitting data to online portals, maintaining labor law posters, and creating and maintaining detailed standard operating procedures and a multi-year calendar of all routine internal and external reporting requirements relevant to the HR department to ensure compliance continuity. </li> <li>Collaborates with colleagues in Talent to ensure correct classification of positions and people, including determining correct FLSA statuses, worker’s compensation codes, and standard occupational classification codes</li> </ul> Manage HR Operations <ul> <li>Manages daily operations of the HR Department by way of overseeing day-to-day work of the HR Generalist, providing feedback and direction on priorities and work products, and guiding the interpretation of policies, procedures, and practices as it relates to decision-making in their role.</li> <li>Provides supervision, training, development, performance feedback, and support to the HR Generalist, including regular check-ins, formal goal setting, and semi-annual performance evaluation.</li> <li>Develops, implements, and maintains HR operational processes and procedures, ensuring consistency and compliance while striving for continuous improvement and effective cross-departmental collaboration. </li> <li>Oversees employee background checks, including monitoring federal, state, and local requirements, reviewing new or amended program agreements, and adjudicating background check results. </li> <li>Completes monthly (minimum) audits of recent new hires, changes, and terminations to ensure compliance with internal and external requirements, including reviewing HRIS and file components for accuracy.</li> <li>Continuously reviews the functional capabilities of HR systems and collaborates with colleagues within and outside the HR department to maximize system utilization and process efficiency.</li> <li>Produces ad hoc employee data reports in response to requests from fellow HR team members and other relevant parties, ensuring sensitive information is only shared on a need-to-know basis and in a secure manner.</li> <li>Creates and updates Positions and Position Seats in the HRIS when new or additional roles are approved or existing roles are amended and updates Salary Grades as needed.</li> </ul> Provide HR Service &amp; Support <ul> <li>Leads large-scale HR projects, including cross-department collaboration, monitoring deliverables and timelines, and keeping stakeholders informed of progress and challenges.</li> <li>Assist the MDHR with sensitive employee relations matters as needed, including supporting with accommodations, mediations, investigations, and separations.</li> <li>Provides routine support to staff with questions about HR services and tools through timely, professional, and kind communication and delivery of results.</li> <li>Supports HR projects and functions as needed and works in close collaboration with colleagues in HR, Talent, Accounting, Finance, IT, and National Service (AmeriCorps).</li> <li>Keeps abreast of employment law and legislation in relation to the field of Human Resources</li> <li>Other duties as assigned.</li> </ul> How You’ll Do It: <ul> <li> HR Compliance: Demonstrate expertise in federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations and a commitment to upholding and maintaining legal &amp; regulatory compliance. </li> <li> Policy Development: Demonstrate skill in creating, updating, implementing, and administering HR policies and procedures, ensuring they are clear, effective, equitable, and consistently applied throughout the organization. </li> <li> Project Management: Demonstrate competency in managing HR projects from inception to implementation, including planning, executing, and evaluating initiatives related to compliance, policy updates, and operational improvements. </li> <li> Employee Relations: Demonstrate the capability to impartially investigate allegations of inappropriate conduct, resolve interpersonal conflict, and lead sensitive conversations with appropriate confidentiality and compassion. </li> <li> Operational Efficiency: Demonstrate proficiency in managing day-to-day HR operations, optimizing processes, and utilizing HR technology to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. </li> <li> Strategic Thinking: Demonstrate the proactive inclination to identify emerging challenges and opportunities, determine the accuracy and relevance of information, and use sound judgment to generate and evaluate solutions and recommendation action plans. </li> <li> Training &amp; Development: Demonstrate the ability to design, deliver, and evaluate training programs that enhance management skills, employee knowledge HR services and practices, and compliance with HR policies. </li> <li> Communication: Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication, including the ability to relay complex information clearly, and awareness of appropriate non-verbal communication even during high-stress situations. </li> <li> People Management: Demonstrate proficiency in managing direct reports, including setting clear expectations, providing regular feedback, coaching for development, and conducting performance evaluations. </li> </ul> What We Offer: Reading Partners’ compensation and benefits programs are designed to attract, motivate, engage, and retain top talent to propel our mission forward. We aim to set salaries based on objective, external, high-quality market data. Our salaries are adjusted for candidates in different geographic regions. We do our very best to ensure that we’re bringing our best offer - therefore we do not engage in salary negotiations. <ul> <li>This is a full-time, exempt, and salaried position. The pay range for this position is $88,426 - $104,030 per year and is contingent on geographic location. After applying, candidates who move forward in the hiring process are provided with the salary for their geographical location. </li> <li>We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, flex spending accounts, generous paid time off, commuter benefits, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and currently a 403(b) match option.</li> <li>Professional development reimbursement fund up to $1,000 per year.</li> <li>Unlimited or Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) benefits for regular employees scheduled to work 30 hours or more per week</li> <li>We offer an exciting and dynamic culture, and we commit to investing in and supporting our amazing people to grow their careers with us.</li> </ul> The other things you need to know: <ul> <li>Travel: May occur infrequently (generally not more than 5 times per year; a stay of a few days at most; always with advanced notice).</li> </ul> What’s Next? If you’re interested in joining our Reading Partners team, please submit the following application materials to our online job posting: <ul> <li>A cover letter describing your interest in Reading Partners and how your past experience has prepared you for this role. </li> <li>Resume</li> </ul> <h2>Qualifications</h2> About You! You’ll be successful in this role if you: <ul> <li>Have at least 5 years of related Human Resources experience, including at least 1 year at a management level and 2 years with a compliance emphasis.</li> <li>Have a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Management &amp; Leadership, Business Administration, or a related field (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).</li> <li>Demonstrate proficiency with web-based software tools, such Google Workspace and HRIS products.</li> <li>Demonstrate a deep belief in our mission; and commitment to race, equity, diversity, and inclusion.</li> <li> Root your work in our <a href="https://readingpartners.org/about-us/vision-values/" target="_blank">core values</a>. </li> <li>Can prove eligibility to work legally in the United States and that you are at least 18 years of age.</li> </ul> Bonus Points if you: <ul> <li>Have HR Certification, such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP (highly preferred).</li> <li>Have experience in a Human Resources department supporting multiple states, especially California.</li> <li>Have experience in a non-profit organization, especially a grant-funded NPO.</li> <li>Have experience managing employees.</li> <li>Have experience using Paycom.</li> <li>Have familiarity with AmeriCorps programs.</li> <li>Have intermediate-level Google Sheets (or Excel) skills.</li> </ul>

Human Resources Manager

<h2>Job Details</h2> Job Location Reading Partners National - Oakland, CA Remote Type Fully Remote Position Type Full-Time Salary Range $71,353.00 - $83,945.00 Salary/year Job Category Program Management <h2>Description</h2> Reading Partners is changing the education landscape. We are a leader in working to solve the literacy crisis in our country by leveraging community volunteers in under-resourced schools. Our diverse and expansive volunteer base provides one-on-one tutoring to students twice weekly, and our program is proven to help children master the reading fundamentals they need to unlock their potential as successful, happy, and confident readers in school and in life. Our people are our heartbeat and our greatest resource; we are all passionately rallied around our mission to help children become lifelong learners by empowering communities to provide individualized instruction that works. Join our stellar team leading the charge to deepen our impact and expand our service. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gNB_DsyP_TA" target="_blank">Watch this video</a> to learn more about Reading Partners. The high level: The Manager of Partnerships (MP) is a results-driven, highly collaborative, and flexible manager in the education space who will play a crucial role in expanding the Reading Partners Connects (RPCx) online tutoring program. The MP oversees program launch, program quality, and implementation by national partners while providing ongoing coaching to those partners implementing the RPCx program. They use proven strategies for remote coaching to ensure the success of national partnership implementation in service to students. They manage a variety of competing priorities, and develop and maintain strong relationships with external partners implementing the RPCx program. This position reports to the Sr. Manager of Partnerships and will collaborate with multiple Reading Partners national departments. Location: This position is remote but requires candidates to reside within one of Reading Partners’ markets. Reading Partners markets include Baltimore, MD, Denver, CO, Charleston, SC, Los Angeles, CA, New York City, NY, North Texas (Dallas and Fort Worth), San Francisco Bay Area, CA, Seattle, WA, Twin Cities, MN, Tulsa, OK, and Washington, D.C. What you’ll do: Remotely launch and coach national partners to successfully implement the RPCx program with fidelity and in alignment to Reading Partners quality standards. <ul> <li dir="ltr"> Oversee Reading Partners implementation of RPCx across multiple national partnerships, ensuring that the program is implemented and executed with fidelity and quality in alignment with partnership goals </li> <li dir="ltr"> Provide ongoing trainings and coaching opportunities using program fidelity, quality, and user guidelines </li> <li dir="ltr"> Ensure all student enrollment and service benchmarks are met throughout the year through regular coaching calls </li> <li dir="ltr"> Train partners to coach and support tutors to successfully implement the RPCx program in their local communities </li> <li dir="ltr"> Support regional implementation guidance for Engine 2 work as needed </li> </ul> Ensure student success in meeting literacy goals across partnerships. <ul> <li dir="ltr"> Manage systems to ensure student success that national partners can implement within their individual programs </li> <li dir="ltr"> Develop agreement with partners to ensure they are using Reading Partners guidance documents, resources, and best practices </li> <li dir="ltr"> Analyze data and coach national partners to use student assessment and other data to create individualized student action plans to meet their literacy goals </li> </ul> Create and cultivate Reading Partners champions within each national partnership <ul> <li dir="ltr"> Establish regular, bi-directional communications with partners </li> <li dir="ltr"> Maintain partner relationships and ensure 90% satisfaction with the RPCx program, particularly in the areas of partner communications, training, and coaching </li> <li dir="ltr"> Ensure program implementation is strong to increase Reading Partners’ footprint and brand in new districts, communities, and markets </li> </ul> Partner with other national departments and teams to support partnership development and program-related projects and systems <ul> <li dir="ltr"> Collaborate with IT, Data Strategy &amp; Evaluation, and national partners on database management </li> <li dir="ltr"> Manage partnership data input and completion in alignment with Reading Partners systems and workflows </li> <li dir="ltr"> Bring partnership feedback to national teams to discuss and consider immediate and/or future changes </li> <li dir="ltr"> In partnership with national Community Engagement, create systems for supporting tutor onboarding workflows with partners and monitor required documentation </li> </ul> Other duties as needed. <h1 dir="ltr">How you’ll do it:</h1> Educational Expertise: <ul> <li dir="ltr"> Have a deep understanding of the Reading Partners’ program model, and work to keep up with current literacy trends and the broader educational climate. Highly capable of assessing, diagnosing, and developing support plans to coach national partnership(s) in areas of program implementation and quality. Demonstrate a deep passion for social justice and the educational success of all students. Demonstrate an ability to assess student performance to analyze data to coach partners in creating subsequent strategies aimed at increasing student achievement. </li> </ul> Coaching and Management: <ul> <li dir="ltr"> Positively collaborate with and lead partnership stakeholders to meet and exceed programmatic goals. Consistently observe, model, and coach on program implementation to ensure partner implementation meets Reading Partners’ fidelity guide and quality standards. Support ongoing revisions of fidelity, quality, and partnership guidelines through identifying best practices in non-Reading Partners partnerships. Modify coaching strategies and techniques to meet the varying goals of partnerships. Design and facilitate onboarding and ongoing training for partner participants. Experience launching programs and proven ability to track each phase of a launch that can be translated into a remote environment. </li> </ul> Project Management: <ul> <li dir="ltr"> Demonstrate exceptional skill at ensuring program goals, project or program purposes, and criteria for success are clearly defined. Clarify the related roles and responsibilities, deliverables, milestones, and needs of primary stakeholders. Integrate ideas and needs of others in developing feasible strategies to achieve goals. Manage multiple competing priorities and projects, and re-prioritizes as needed. Have an astute attention to detail and maintain key data input and completion throughout the year. Remain adaptable, flexible, and solutions-driven while navigating complex problems. Anticipate challenges and/or questions and proactively act to address them. </li> </ul> Relationship Development &amp; Communication: <ul> <li dir="ltr"> Model highly effective communication practices that ultimately lead to achieving results through others. Quickly garner influence and build deep, trusting relationships with partnership stakeholders. Develop and/or refine systems for communication, tailor communications to audiences, and contextualize messaging for each person or conversation. Demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively in all modalities and settings ranging from phone calls to videoconferences to webinars to in-person training sessions. Effectively convey needs, outcomes, and next steps all aimed at supporting partners to implement our program with fidelity and high quality. </li> </ul> Flexibility &amp; Ambiguity: <ul> <li dir="ltr"> Display comfort with ambiguity while having a strong bias for structure. Be comfortable working in a space of unknown answers to establish what is possible for new opportunities and program models. Employ flexibility, resiliency, and perseverance when faced with obstacles and competing deadlines with limited resources. Show quick, sound decision-making ability. Demonstrate a strong ability to recognize problems, solve them quickly, and appropriately message all shifts. Consider options that take into account all stakeholders, recommend actions, and make decisions accordingly. </li> </ul> What we offer: Reading Partners’ compensation and benefits programs are designed to attract, motivate, engage, and retain top talent to propel our mission forward. We aim to set salaries based on objective, external, high-quality market data. Our salaries are adjusted for candidates in different geographic regions. We do our very best to ensure that we’re bringing our best offer - therefore we do not engage in salary negotiations. <ul> <li dir="ltr"> This is a full-time, exempt, and salaried position. The pay range for this position is $71,353 - $83,945 and is contingent on geographic location. After applying, candidates who move forward in the hiring process are provided with the salary for their geographical location. </li> <li dir="ltr"> We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, flex spending accounts, generous paid time off, commuter benefits, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and currently a 403(b) match option. </li> <li dir="ltr"> Professional development reimbursement fund up to $1,000 per year. </li> <li dir="ltr"> Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) benefits for regular employees scheduled to work 30 hours or more per week </li> <li dir="ltr"> We offer an exciting and dynamic culture, and we commit to investing in and supporting our amazing people to grow their careers with us. </li> </ul> The other things you need to know: <ul> <li dir="ltr"> This is a remote role </li> <li dir="ltr"> Travel: On average, this position may travel a few times each year to partnership communities and/or Reading Partners regions. If not based in CA, this position may also involve occasional travel to Reading Partners’ National Headquarters in Oakland, CA. </li> </ul> What’s Next? If you’re interested in joining our Reading Partners team, please submit the following application materials to our online job posting: <ul> <li dir="ltr"> A cover letter describing your interest in Reading Partners and how your past experience has prepared you for this role. </li> <li dir="ltr"> Resume </li> </ul> At Reading Partners we respect and honor the diversity in our workforce, and we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Manager of Partnerships

<h2>Job Details</h2> Job Location Reading Partners National - Oakland, CA Remote Type Fully Remote Position Type Full-Time Salary Range $170,723.00 - $200,850.00 Salary/year Travel Percentage Up to 10% Job Category Development/Fundraising <h2>Description</h2> Reading Partners is changing the education landscape. We are a leader in working to solve the literacy crisis in our country by leveraging community volunteers in under-resourced schools. Our diverse and expansive volunteer base provides one-on-one tutoring to students twice weekly, and our program is proven to help children master the reading fundamentals they need to unlock their potential as successful, happy, and confident readers in school and in life. Our people are our heartbeat and our greatest resource; we are all passionately rallied around our mission to help children become lifelong learners by empowering communities to provide individualized instruction that truly works. Join our stellar, committed team leading the charge to deepen our impact and expand our service. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ReadingPartners.org/videos/10155409883651379/" target="_blank">Watch this video</a> to learn more about the mission and core tutoring work of Reading Partners. The High Level: Reading Partners is actively seeking a dynamic and innovative professional to join our team as the Vice President of National Philanthropy (VPNP). This newly established leadership position offers an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual driven by a deep commitment to raising resources for literacy and advancing race, equity, diversity, and inclusion (REDI). If you are passionate about fostering equal access to literacy instruction for students through fundraising initiatives, this role presents a compelling prospect to make a meaningful impact. Reporting to the Chief Growth Officer (CGO), the VPNP will play a critical role in leading fundraising efforts for Reading Partners by increasing support from corporate and individual donors for long-term funding sustainability. The VPNP will develop and execute a strategy to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward high-capacity individuals and corporate partners to support Reading Partners’ overarching fundraising strategy. The VPNP will supervise a team of two and partner with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Chief Growth Officer (CGO), national board members, and other national and regional development staff to raise more funds. Location: This position is remote but requires candidates to reside within one of Reading Partners’ regions. Reading Partners markets include: Baltimore, MD, Denver, CO, Charleston, SC, Los Angeles, CA, New York City, NY, North Texas (Dallas and Fort Worth), San Francisco Bay Area, CA, Seattle, WA, Silicon Valley, CA, Twin Cities, MN, Tulsa, OK, and Washington, D.C. What you’ll do: Lead Corporate and Major Gifts Strategy - 80% <ul> <li>Curate and elevate a successful org-wide corporate engagement strategy that supports development at the national and regional levels.</li> <li>Develop and execute a strategy to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward high-capacity individuals and corporate partners to support Reading Partners’ overarching fundraising strategy. </li> <li>Cultivate existing and new donors to achieve annual fundraising targets, aiming for a total of $4.2M from corporate and individual donors in FY25, and planning for a minimum growth rate of 14% annually to align with the organization’s three-year strategic plan. </li> <li>Identify, secure, and renew a portfolio of high-net-worth individual donors giving</li> <li>Strategize and partner with the CEO, CGO, and board members to create compelling pitches and proposals for major donors and corporate partners.</li> <li>Collaborate with the Marketing and Communications team to develop impactful materials and collateral for corporate and major donor prospects.</li> <li>Partner with regional development teams to create and execute major donor and corporate strategies for national/regional collaboration gifts.</li> <li>Oversee the measurement and tracking of performance metrics against corporate and individual giving goals and strategic initiatives. </li> <li>Collaborate with VP of Strategic Partnerships &amp; Growth (VPSPG) on strategic ways to increase philanthropic support for our partnership model, while leading on outreach to corporate and individual donors for this body of work.</li> </ul> Leadership &amp; People Management (10%) <ul> <li>Support and manage a team of three fundraisers who specifically focus on increasing corporate and or individual giving. </li> <li>Participate in leadership teams for high-priority projects, initiatives, and strategies for the organization.</li> <li>Develop and implement best-in-class standards for individuals and corporate donor stewardship across the network. </li> <li>Reinforce and lead National Development culture and values and ensure alignment with organizational strategy within the organization-wide development network.</li> <li>Ensure there is a deep commitment to race, equity, diversity, and inclusion (REDI) across the team and development network and help lead the incorporation of key principles of REDI work into fundraising policies and practices.</li> </ul> Board Engagement (10%) <ul> <li>Support the CGO and CEO in executing stewardship and development plans for the Board of Directors.</li> <li>Work with the CEO to identify and recruit national board members from strategic corporate spaces and explore other corporate advisory opportunities.</li> </ul> How you’ll do it: Leadership &amp; Management: <ul> <li>Serve as a member of the national development leadership team to drive decisions on future strategy, team culture, internal communications, and inter-departmental or organizational-wide fundraising initiatives.</li> <li>Lead your team members toward meeting and exceeding the aggressive fundraising goals set by the organization.</li> <li>Supervise a team of three (with two- direct reports), ensuring they work efficiently and meet their targets.</li> </ul> Relationship Development Externally: <ul> <li>Cultivate and manage external relationships, driving successful external relations and partnership development.</li> <li>Deliver compelling messaging and customized experiences that resonate with diverse stakeholders, resulting in enhanced engagement and support.</li> <li>Exude genuine enthusiasm and passion for connecting with donors and external partners, fostering meaningful and enduring connections. </li> <li>Excel in building deep relationships with corporate partners and donors, leading to increased contributions and expanded networking opportunities.</li> </ul> Internally: <ul> <li>Foster a collaborative and positive work environment by establishing strong relationships with all team members, with a focus on regional development staff.</li> <li>Drive successful collaborative fundraising efforts through effective teamwork and relationship-building within the organization.</li> <li>Display a thirst for knowledge, growth, and making valuable contributions, actively seeking to understand all facets of our program model to effectively communicate externally.</li> </ul> Revenue Generation: <ul> <li>Demonstrate extensive expertise in conducting comprehensive research, effectively identifying prospective donors/corporate partners, and driving ongoing development efforts in rapidly growing organizations. </li> <li>Exhibit genuine enthusiasm for cultivating and maximizing relationships to bolster both regional and national expansion efforts.</li> <li>Display a skilled ability to nurture, develop, and steward donor relationships to drive revenue growth on both regional and national scales.</li> <li>Embody an entrepreneurial mindset and exhibit creativity, resulting in the integration of innovative ideas and ultimately the strengthening of a relatively new funding stream for Reading Partners.</li> <li>Demonstrate an ability to close gifts and successfully make asks that advance Reading Partners’ mission.</li> </ul> Communication: <ul> <li>Serve as an ambassador of Reading Partners, effectively communicating the organization’s mission through captivating written and verbal communications. Skillfully convey complex ideas through concise, impactful materials.</li> <li>Quickly establish credibility when engaging external audiences to promote Reading Partners, exhibiting a high degree of comfort and poise with donors and Board members. </li> <li>Internally, adeptly communicate donor strategy, progress, and next steps to colleagues and supporters involved in fundraising, ensuring clarity and alignment across the team. </li> <li>Regularly maintain the portfolio management system (Salesforce) with comprehensive donor information, including action items and historical data.</li> </ul> Strategic Thinking: <ul> <li>Demonstrate an ability to develop innovative strategic fundraising plans for major gifts, create action steps, and mobilize many stakeholders to achieve fundraising goals.</li> <li>Build sustainable strategies to maximize individual giving, surpass fundraising targets, and substantially expand funding opportunities.</li> </ul> About you! You’ll be successful in this role if you: <ul> <li>Reside within one of Reading Partners’ regions. Reading Partners markets include: Baltimore, MD, Denver, CO, Charleston, SC, Los Angeles, CA, New York City, NY, North Texas (Dallas and Fort Worth), San Francisco Bay Area, CA, Seattle, WA, Silicon Valley, CA, Twin Cities, MN, Tulsa, OK, and Washington, D.C.</li> <li>Have 8+ years of professional and progressive fundraising experience with managing a large portfolio of donors and securing six and seven-figure gifts. Experience as an executive director or a nonprofit leadership team member is preferred.</li> <li>Have specific experience with soliciting and stewarding high net-worth individuals and corporate partners.</li> <li>Have experience managing a layered fundraising team.</li> <li>Are an energetic professional with a demonstrated track record of building and maintaining successful senior stakeholder management.</li> <li>Have exceptional written and verbal communication skills appropriate to engage an external audience.</li> <li>Possess excellent interpersonal skills.</li> <li>Have experience navigating relationships with high-level stakeholders to problem-solve and lead in challenging and intricate situations.</li> <li>Are a self-starter with a focus on results and the ability to persevere through challenges to reach goals.</li> <li>Possess a proactive and optimistic mindset, always ready to take on challenges and find solutions.</li> <li>Have a Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, business, or equivalent experience in the fundraising field.</li> <li>Boast a deep belief in our mission.</li> <li>Are dedicated to promoting and upholding the principles of race equity, diversity, and inclusion in your leadership and fundraising approach. </li> <li>Demonstrate a deep belief in our mission, and commitment to race, equity, diversity, and inclusion, and root your work in our <a href="https://readingpartners.org/about-us/vision-values/" target="_blank">core values</a>.</li> <li>Ability to prove eligibility to work legally in the U.S.</li> </ul> Bonus Points if you: <ul> <li>Have an MBA, MPA, or similar degree.</li> <li>Have a high degree of comfort with Salesforce.</li> <li>Have experience fundraising in growing, national nonprofit organizations.</li> <li>Are an AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service alum/alumna.</li> <li>Have experience working in the launch or growth phases of organizations. </li> </ul> What we offer: Reading Partners’ compensation and benefits programs are designed to attract, motivate, engage, and retain top talent to propel our mission forward. We aim to set salaries based on objective, external, high-quality market data. Our salaries are adjusted for candidates in different geographic regions. We do our very best to ensure that we’re bringing our best offer - therefore we do not engage in salary negotiations. <ul> <li>We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience. This is a full-time, salaried, exempt position. The pay range for this position is $170,723 - $200,850 per year and is contingent on geographic location. After applying, candidates who move forward in the hiring process are provided with the salary for their geographical location.</li> <li>We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, flex spending accounts, generous paid time off, commuter benefits, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and currently a 403(b) match option.</li> <li>Professional development reimbursement fund up to $1,000 per year.</li> <li>Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) benefits for regular employees scheduled to work 30 hours or more per week.</li> <li>We offer an exciting and dynamic culture, and we commit to investing in and supporting our amazing people to grow their careers with us.</li> </ul> The other things you need to know: <ul> <li>This role is remote-based.</li> <li>Travel: This position will travel approximately six times per year. This includes travel to meet with Reading Partners’ donors an average of four to five times per year; plus team-based retreats, which could be one to two additional trips per year.</li> </ul> What’s Next? If you’re interested in joining our Reading Partners team, please submit the following application materials to our online job posting: <ul> <li dir="ltr"> A cover letter describing your interest in Reading Partners and how your past experience has prepared you for this role. </li> <li dir="ltr"> Resume </li> </ul>

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