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Search Success: Rodney Williams Joins Fab Foundation as Program Manager!

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Fab Foundation and Pillar Search & HR Consulting are proud to announce the appointment of Rodney Williams to the position of Program Manager. Rodney joined Fab Foundation on January 4, 2023.

As Program Manager, Rodney will manage and implement educational outreach projects with corporate and private partners.  Rodney will primarily be responsible for US-based projects and select international projects.  In this role, he will develop key stakeholder relationships for the various partnerships formed for the relevant outreach projects and manage the overall day to day operation of the program(s). Rodney will work closely with project personnel, such as instructors, lab managers, teachers and others to implement outreach projects.

Prior to joining Fab Foundation, Rodney was the Director of Marketing and Communications with The Ancona School and began his tenure with the school as the Technology Integration Coordinator. Earlier in his career, Rodney was the Technology Specialist with the William K. New Sullivan Elementary School.

Rodney earned his Ed.D. in Educational Psychology and Technology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology, his Master of Science in Applied Technology from DePaul University, and his undergraduate degree in Youth Development from DePaul University. Rodney resides in Chicago, IL.

About Fab Foundation: The mission of the Fab Foundation is to provide access to the tools, the knowledge, and the financial means to educate, innovate, and invent using technology and digital fabrication to allow anyone to make (almost) anything. They create opportunity. Learn more about Fab Foundation at https://fabfoundation.org.

About Pillar Search & HR Consulting: A woman-owned business based in Boston, Pillar Search & HR Consulting provides executive search/recruiting and human resources consulting expertise to nonprofit and mission-driven organizations, working with senior leaders and the boards of directors to hire and develop the very best talent across all functional areas of the organization. For more information, please visit www.pillarsearch.com.

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New Search: General Manager with Fab Foundation!

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Pillar Search is honored to partner with Fab Foundation on the search for their new General Manager.

The Fab Foundation is a US-based 501(c)3 non-profit organization that serves an international community. Its annual organizational income is approximately $3,500,000 per year (as of 2021). The organization procures and installs fab labs (digital design and fabrication laboratories) globally, trains fab lab personnel in the operation and management of fab labs, trains and supports teachers in K-12 schools to teach digital fabrication as  catalyst for learning STEM skills and disciplines, manages a portfolio of distributed education programs under the Academany and Fab Academy brands,  manages the SCOPES-DF global K-12 research and educator practice program,  engages in consulting, in teaching and training for all age groups, educators and learners, organizes and hosts an annual convening of the global fab lab network, and engages in other business and programs that support and enhance the global fab lab network’s ability to make good educational, social and economic impact. Learn more about Fab Foundation at http://fabfoundation.org

The Fab Foundation is seeking to hire their new General Manager immediately. This is a full-time position, and a hybrid role; 2-3 days per week will be spent in the office and remaining time remotely. The Fab Foundation office is currently located in Boston’s Financial District.

Position Summary:

Fab Foundation’s General Manager oversees the daily operations and administration of the organization. The General Manager coordinates with the K-12 Education team, the Academany teams, the International Operations teams to ensure the steady functioning of the organization across all our portfolios.

The General Manager reports to, and works closely with, the President of the Fab Foundation, and works directly with the acting Chief Financial Officer.

The General Manager is responsible for the following activities and functions within the Fab Foundation.  The General Manager is also expected to help design better and more efficient workflows and operational strategies for the organization.  Specifically, the General manager is responsible for the following functions:

  • Manage the daily financial operations of the Fab Foundation, including:
    • Banking, invoicing, expenses, payments, wire and ACH transfers, donations, income and receipt processing
    • Bank account reconciliation and support annual audits
    • Handling and tracking contractual, financial and acknowledgement aspects of fiscal sponsorships and donations
    • Generating and managing contracts for consultants
    • Overseeing Fab Foundation staff and consultant expense reporting
    • Budgeting and expense tracking for special Fab Foundation projects
    • Manage international Academany contracts and finances
    • Coordination and management of relations with insurance companies
    • Record-keeping and organizing/filing documentation
  • Administration of the Fab Foundation, including:
    • Manage organization assets (such as staff phones, computers, equipment storage, registration and maintenance of transportation vehicles, office equipment, space, etc.)
    • Manage office functions such as processing general information requests and answering mail, email and phone
    • Manage travel company relationships, provide some support for staff in making travel arrangements, reconciling travel accounts
    • Manage and maintain the Fab Foundation website
    • Oversee the Fab Foundation portfolio of websites
    • Coordination with Human Resources and related record-keeping for Fab Foundation personnel
    • Orienting and onboarding new employees to the Fab Foundation as well as offboarding exiting employees.
    • Ensuring that Fab Foundation policies are implemented and followed in all activities.
    • Scheduling staff meetings and trainings and handling logistics for them.
  • Communications:
    • Support the writing, editing and dissemination of social media, newsletters, and special organization reports.
  • Ensure the overall delivery and quality of the Fab Foundation’s services
  • Engage in and coordinate key activities (events, special projects)
  • Oversee key hiring and talent development programs
  • Track Key Performance Measures of the Fab Foundation’s work
  • Assist and support the President in implementing key internal or external activities

The General Manager will be familiar with all areas of the business and be able to coordinate processes and operations across the organization. The General Manager should have experience with working in many organizational functions such as finance and accounting, operations, sales, marketing, human resources, program management, and be familiar and comfortable with the language of technology in education, research and development, engineering, art and design.

Position time commitment:

Full-time employment, 40 hours per week.

Position Hire Date:

Position open, hiring now!

Position Requirements:

  • A minimum of 2 years of experience working in business management or administrative role.
  • College degree in business, management or equivalent on-the-job experience.
  • Experience with online financial tools such as QuickBooks, Tallie, Concur, Bill.com, Paypal, Box.com, etc.
  • Facility with office-oriented computer programs such as: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or equivalent
  • Experience with some web maintenance, programming and design tools: WordPress, CSS, InDesign, html, xtml, etc.
  • Strong writing skills (note: candidates will be asked to submit a writing sample during the interview process)

Position Compensation: 

The salary range is $65,000-$75,000. Benefits available.

FAB FOUNDATION COMMITMENT:

Fab Foundation is strongly committed to diversity and a workplace environment that respects, appreciates and values employee differences and similarities. Fab Foundation is an employment at-will organization and an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, Fab Foundation prohibits retaliation against an applicant or employee because he or she has engaged in protected activity under the statutes prohibiting discrimination in the workplace.

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TO APPLY: 

Fab Foundation has partnered with Cindy Joyce of Pillar Search & HR Consulting on the search for their new Program Manager. Please submit your cover letter and resume to Cindy at cindy@pillarsearch.com.

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New Search! Employer Relations Manager with Building Futures!

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About the Opportunity:

Building Futures has partnered with Cindy Joyce of Pillar Search & HR Consulting on the search for their new Employer Relations Manager.

This is an ideal opportunity for an organized, detail-oriented, self-motivated individual who enjoys and have experience developing employer partnerships. Through these partnerships, Building Futures can offer high-quality training, education and occupational development programs. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing external relationships, exceling in a team environment, and will be interested in personal and professional growth within a dynamic organization.

About Building Futures:

Building Futures was founded in 2007 as a construction industry partnership, focused on leveraging the Registered Apprenticeship model of workforce development. For over 100 years, unions and employers have jointly operated registered apprenticeships in the construction occupations to train individuals as highly skilled tradespeople. Our work spans three distinct but highly aligned areas.

For the benefit of low-income Rhode Islanders, Building Futures developed and operates a comprehensive pre-apprenticeship program to prepare diverse, low-income men and women for success in employment as registered apprentices in the building trades. In addition, we work in partnership with a wide range of stakeholders to ensure construction projects provide employment opportunities for apprentices at the appropriate level to meet future demand for skilled labor through our Apprentice Utilization Program. Our pre-apprenticeship and apprentice utilization program together provide an effective system for workforce development in Rhode Island’s construction sector.

From this foundation, we have established Apprenticeship Rhode Island, an initiative to expand the use of Registered Apprenticeship beyond the construction sector. Now, we are helping develop new registered apprenticeship programs in multiple sectors, which include healthcare, information technology, advanced manufacturing and marine trades, among others. Working with employers, industry partnerships, government and community-based organizations, we are spreading the proven model of Registered Apprenticeship to benefit the state’s workforce and economy.

Building Futures has an annual budget of $2.5 million and a team of 16.5 FTE’s. The organization is poised to grow to 25 employees in the coming years.

Position Details:

The Employer Relations Manager is responsible for developing relationships with employers to ensure that Building Futures’ high-quality Registered Apprenticeship (RA) programs are consistent with and support the needs of employers in Rhode Island. In addition, this position is responsible for providing strategic guidance, operational support, and on-going technical assistance for developed Registered Apprenticeship programs to ensure quality operations. This position will also work to integrate Registered Apprenticeship career pathways with related credit-bearing instruction at institutes of higher education, particularly in Rhode Island.  While Registered Apprenticeship Program development is the primary focus, this position will also assist external entities develop high quality pre-apprenticeship programs.

This is a full-time role working collaboratively with the Apprenticeship Systems Manager and the Apprenticeship Program Coordinator and reporting to the Executive Director of Building Futures. The role is primarily onsite with some work-from-home flexibility.  The salary range is $75K-$85K.

Apprenticeship/Pre-Apprenticeship Program Development

  • Promote the Registered Apprenticeship to employers/partners, and educate them on the programs with the goal of expanding the Registered Apprenticeship programs across growing industries/sectors in Rhode Island
  • Understand employer workforce development needs and identify viable opportunities for the development of high-quality registered apprenticeship programs
  • Support employer partners in developing and implementing high-quality registered apprenticeship or pre-apprenticeship programs that address identified workforce development needs, with a focus on creating career pathways for underserved populations
  • Support employers to structure on-the-job learning (OJL) to teach specific occupational competencies
  • Support employers to structure related technical instruction (RTI) that complements and enhances the OJL program, including certifications as needed. Leverage OJL and RTI to provide college credit towards degree and/or certification obtainment from institutes of higher education

Quality & Technical Assistance

  • Provide ongoing technical assistance to Registered Apprenticeship Program sponsors) and other RA partners to ensure seamless and effective program implementation and quality
  • Build long-standing employer and partner relationships through the provision of outstanding customer service and demonstrated results
  • Develop/write program design into required RA Program Standards and facilitate registration

Program Operations

  • Participate in information gathering and writing of required grant reporting and monitoring
  • Leverage employer relationships to support communications and marketing efforts, as well as promotional events
  • Represent Building Futures at public events, task forces and other external committees and activities as needed

Other Duties as Assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Ability to take multiple perspectives, understand pain points, and describe how apprenticeship might meet needs required
  • A minimum of 2-5 years of experience building employer partnerships. Additionally, experience with registered apprenticeship, career services, internship programs, and/or workforce development a strong plus
  • Strong organizational and communication (oral and written) skills and ability to motivate, connect, and facilitate required
  • Ability to think flexibly and outside-the-box, with strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills required
  • Ability to prioritize multiple competing tasks and activities
  • A self-starter

Additional Information:

Building Futures’ office is centrally located in Providence, RI.

This role requires local and state-wide travel. A valid driver’s license is required.

Building Futures is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Apply today!

Building Futures has partnered with Cindy Joyce of Pillar Search & HR Consulting on the search for their Employer Relations Manager. Please submit your cover letter and resume to Cindy at cindy@pillarsearch.com.

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Successful Search! Zalima Oliver Joins Volunteer Lawyers Project as Director of People & Culture

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Volunteer Lawyers Project and Pillar Search & HR Consulting are proud to announce the appointment of Zalima Oliver to the role of Director of People and Culture. Zalima joined Volunteer Lawyers Project on August 23, 2021.

As Director of People and Culture, Zalima will manage all aspects of Volunteer Lawyers Project’s Human Resources function, assess organizational needs, and champion, promote, and guide Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion processes and initiatives. Zalima will partner strategically with Volunteer Lawyers Project’s leadership team to shape employee relations strategies and practices and ensure appropriate employee development and opportunities for advancement.

Zalima brings extensive human resources experience and expertise to her role with Volunteer Lawyers Project. Most recently, Zalima was the Director of People and Culture with YouthBuild USA. Prior, she was the Human Resources Manager at Pharmalogics Recruiting and Human Resources Director at Madison Park Development Corporation. Earlier human resources leadership roles with leading nonprofit organizations included Urgent Care Centers of New England, International School of Boston, Lutheran Social Services, and Boys and Girls Clubs of Dorchester,

Zalima has a bachelor’s degree from the University of Massachusetts.

About Volunteer Lawyers Project: Volunteer Lawyers Project is a nonprofit organization based in Boston. For over forty years, Volunteer Lawyers Project has strived to give equal access to representation for the people of Greater Boston, standing up for those who are from lower income households and in need of legal aid. Their efforts are propelled by a strong team of volunteers including attorneys, paralegals, and law students from all segments of the legal community. These vital volunteers work together with the entire dedicated staff of Volunteer Lawyers Project.

About Pillar Search & HR Consulting: A woman-owned business based in Boston, Pillar Search & HR Consulting provides executive search/recruiting and human resources consulting expertise to nonprofit and mission-driven organizations, working with senior leaders and boards of directors to hire and develop the very best talent across all functional areas of the organization. For more information, please email Cindy Joyce at cindy@pillarsearch.com or visit www.pillarsearch.com.

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Search Success! Ashley J. Oguadimma, M.Ed. Joins JVS Boston as Vice President of Academic Services

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JVS Boston and Pillar Search & HR Consulting are proud to announce the appointment of Ashley J. Oguadimma, M.Ed. to the role of Vice President, Academic Services. Ashley joins JVS on March 1, 2021.

As Vice President of Academic Services, Ashley will be a member of the Leadership Team and will lead a team that provides JVS clients with academic pathways and services necessary for economic independence. This crucial work includes a high school diploma program through JVS’ partner, Boston Public Schools Central Adult High School, and multiple Bridges to College pathways that provide students with the knowledge, academic skills, and guidance they need to succeed in college and on the job.

Most recently, Ashley was the Academic Director at Year Up, where she provided vision and leadership for the Academic team, working closely with national and local program and academic staff to shape and implement national academic program goals. Ashley collaborated with higher education providers to help establish Year Up as a dynamic educational partner while also ensuring quality staffing, curriculum, professional development, and student assessment data. Prior roles included teaching at Codman Academy Charter Public Schools and Dean of Students at Conservatory Lab Charter School.

Ashley has a master’s degree in education from Boston College focused on education through an urban and special education lens and a bachelor’s degree from Spelman College.

About JVS Boston: For 80 years, JVS has helped tens of thousands of individuals with barriers to economic success secure financial independence through training, education, and employment services.  As the largest provider of adult education and workforce development services in the region, JVS is a nationally recognized leader in workforce development, and is a key part of the poverty alleviation strategy for the greater-Boston area.  In order to reach people in need of assistance on their pathway to meaningful employment and financial independence, JVS targets most of its services to low-income individuals who are unemployed or underemployed and to low-wage workers in need of career advancement services.  Many have multiple support needs ranging from limited English proficiency and lack of education to disabilities, criminal records, lack of childcare and transportation.  JVS operates on annual budget of more than $15 million, of which is derived equally from public and private sources. For more information, please visit www.jvs-boston.org.

About Pillar Search & HR Consulting: A woman-owned business based in Boston, Pillar Search & HR Consulting provides executive search/recruiting and human resources consulting expertise to nonprofit and mission-driven organizations, working with senior leaders and boards of directors to hire and develop the very best talent across all functional areas of the organization. For more information, please visit www.pillarsearch.com.

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Search Success! Kris Wuerdeman Joins Cooperative Elder Services as Program Director!

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Search success! Pillar Search and HR Consulting is pleased to announce the placement of Kris Wuerdeman as the new Program Director of Cooperative Elder Services, Inc., where she will be responsible for leading the Groton, MA and Acton, MA centers.

As Program Director, Kris will be responsible for oversight of program operations, providing leadership to and management of the teams in both centers, and agency-wide initiatives and projects, including quality assurance and process improvement.

Kris brings extensive experience in the adult day health field. Most recently, she was the Founder and Managing Director of That Place You Know, LLC, a social adult day program specializing in memory care. Prior, she was a Life Enrichment Manager, Memory Care Specialist, and Certified Validation Teacher for Family Services at Sunrise Senior Living.

Kris received her undergraduate degree from St. Mary’s College of California and her master’s in Human Resources Management, Training and Organizational Development from Golden Gate University. In addition, she is a Certified Dementia Practitioner.

About Cooperative Elder Services, Inc.: The mission of Cooperative Elder Services, Inc. (CESI) is to empower seniors and adults with medical or cognitive challenges to age-in-place by serving their health and socialization needs and providing support for families.

About Pillar Search & HR Consulting: A woman-owned business founded in Boston in 2015, Pillar Search & HR Consulting provides executive search/recruiting and human resources consulting expertise to nonprofit and mission-driven organizations, working with senior leaders and boards of directors to hire and develop the very best talent across all functional areas of the organization. To learn more, please contact Cindy Joyce at cindy@pillarsearch.com.