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New Search! Fisheries Policy Manager with Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen’s Alliance

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FISHERIES POLICY MANAGER 

  • Are you passionate about making a difference?
  • Are you a natural and outgoing leader?
  • Do you enjoy influencing others and negotiating solutions?
  • Does the idea of working in a cubicle every day seem soul-crushing?
  • Are you looking for a role with career growth over the next few years?

If you’re 5 for 5, then you should learn more about a unique opportunity to join the team at the Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen’s Alliance as its new Policy Manager. Pillar Search & HR Consulting is honored to manage this important search.

The Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen’s Alliance is a progressive leader that promotes stewardship of coastal ecosystems and community-based fisheries management through outreach, economic development, and policy programs. Started in 1991 by a small group of commercial hook and line fishermen from Cape Cod, the organization quickly developed into an effective voice for all local fishermen. The operating theory is straightforward: responsible fishing practices and conservative regulations will generate healthy fish stocks and revitalize the region’s fishing communities.

The Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen’s Alliance works closely with fishermen, public officials, scientists, and other non-profits to advocate for a sustainable small-boat fishing fleet while creating smart policies that promote habitat protection, community decision-making, and a viable fishery for the next generation. Learn more at www.capecodfishermen.org.

This full-time job offers a creative opportunity to engage multiple skills working within a dynamic team structure, with serious potential for growth.

Initially, this position will manage and execute all policy and campaign activities, working with the CEO/Policy Director to develop policy positions and strategize advocacy campaigns. The Fisheries Policy Manager will attend state and federal regulatory meetings to monitor proposed changes and represent the local fleet, analyze fishery policy options, build relationships and credibility within the fishing industry and with elected officials, organize fishermen meetings to discuss fisheries issues, write comment letters on proposed regulatory changes (for the organization and for the fishermen), and organize fishermen and the public to participate in advocacy campaigns.

Within 2-3 years, with mentoring from the CEO/Policy Director, it is expected that this position will take over the public policy roles and responsibilities currently held by the CEO and advance to the role of Policy Director. Additionally, the Policy Director will manage a team of 1-2 team members and provide ongoing strategic leadership regarding fisheries policy and advocacy campaigns.

A successful candidate will be adept at speaking with commercial fishermen at the pier or on their boats, talking with Congress and fisheries managers, and arguing for regulatory change in a wide range of important decision-making venues. They should be comfortable advocating for positive change in often contentious debates.

Core Aspects of the Work

  • Policy and advocacy work
  • Representation of fishermen and the fishing community
  • Fishermen communications
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Influence without authority
  • Negotiation
  • Problem-solving
  • Representation
  • Stakeholder focus

Key Responsibilities and Tasks

  • Collaborate with fishing membership and staff to identify and evaluate opportunities in the regulatory arena to forward our core mission and specific objectives in each fishery.
  • Participate in the planning and decision-making for policy initiatives, develop process management to execute strategy and tactics.
  • Attend and coordinate fishermen participation in meetings of the New England Fishery Management Council (NEFMC) as well as its affiliated Oversight Committees, Plan Development Teams, Science and Statistical Committees, and Advisory Panels (when appropriate).
  • Attend and coordinate participation in meetings of the various other state and federal regulatory bodies responsible for fisheries management including Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) and the Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries (MA DMF).
  • Draft, revise and submit official organizational comments on relevant regulatory and legislative actions.
  • Communicate regularly with fishermen in order to build, maintain and improve community relationships; utilize relationships as points of influence for policy campaigns.
  • Coordinate member fishermen’s participation in the regulatory process through written and verbal comments on important regulatory changes.
  • Manage organizational partnerships and coordinate like-minded stakeholders in the policy arena. Represent the organization at Fishing Communities Coalition and Seafood Harvesters of America.
  • Communicate important pending or potential regulatory changes to other members of staff, affected fishermen members, elected state and federal representatives and the public.
  • Participate in the drafting, revising and submission of formal funding proposals for policy programs.
  • Assist the CEO and/or Development Director during meetings with existing and prospective individual donors and philanthropic foundations.
  • Collaborate with the Communications Officer and other staff to identify and evaluate media opportunities to advance policy goals.
  • Participate, whenever appropriate, in the drafting and revising of media pieces to further policy and organizational goals.

Required Experience and Competencies

Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required
  • 3-5 years relevant experience in policy, campaign planning, and community building
  • Desire to grow long-term with an organization to affect lasting change
  • Natural affinity for cultivating relationships and persuading, convening, facilitating, and building consensus among stakeholders with a variety of viewpoints preferred.
  • Passion for mission

Key Competencies:

  • Adaptability
  • Building trust
  • Collaboration
  • Communication (written and verbal)
  • Conflict management
  • Cultural competence
  • Decision-making
  • Engages Others
  • Initiative
  • Teamwork

Start Date

  • Ideally, the new Policy Manager will join the organization no later than January 2023

Salary and Benefits

  • The starting annual salary range is $65K-$80K. In addition, the organization offers generous health care coverage upon starting and 401K retirement plan (5% match after one year).

Location of Work

Cape Cod, MA.  The Program Manager is expected to be in the office in Chatham, MA at least 1 day a week; flexible telework options available for the remainder of week, with the expectation of regular travel to regional regulatory meetings and to meet with fishermen (in Cape Cod ports and at office).

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

This can be a high-stress position: handles detailed, complex concepts and problems, balances multiple tasks simultaneously, and engages in contentious discussions.  Plans and meets deadlines. Maintains a flexible work schedule to align with fishermen’s schedules, occasionally weekends and evenings. Travels regularly to regional meetings throughout New England and to meet with fishermen across Cape Cod. Demonstrates commitment to continued professional growth and development. While the position is generally not physically demanding, we expect staff to occasionally go fishing 3-60 miles offshore with industry members, to build trusting relationships and credibility.

To Apply:.

Cindy Joyce, Founder and Executive Search Consultant, Pillar Search & HR Consulting, is managing the Policy Manager search. Please submit your cover letter and resume to Cindy at cindy@pillarsearch.com.

The Fishermen’s Alliance is an equal opportunity employer and provider.

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New Search: Program Manager with Fab Foundation!

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

The Fab Foundation is a US-based 501(c)3 non-profit organization that serves an international community. 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. (http://fabfoundation.org)

The Fab Foundation is hiring a Program Manager immediately. This is a full-time position, and a remote role that will require some travel as needed within the U.S. and occasionally abroad.

Position Summary:

Fab Foundation is seeking a Program Manager to manage and implement educational outreach projects with corporate and private funding partners.  The Program Manager will serve as a liaison between Fab Foundation, relevant project funders, as well as local organizations that host the related educational outreach activities. The Program Manager will primarily be responsible for US-based projects but may be called upon from time to time to manage international projects.  In this role they 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). They will develop schedules, coordinate resources, and ensure that daily operations of the program align with the overall goals and objectives of the project. The Program Manager will work closely with project personnel, such as instructors, lab managers, teachers and others to implement outreach projects.

The Program Manager will also assist in identifying innovative outreach opportunities to engage local partnering communities as well as new partners in our work.  To amplify outreach efforts, the Program Manager will support in communications efforts such as social media to promote our educational outreach activities.

Assessment and data collection will be a continuing part of our work in order to understand and to report to funders our impact. To that end, in collaboration with other members of the Fab Foundation staff, the Program Manager will be responsible for monitoring program metrics, and tracking, synthesizing and reporting data related to the project, and work in partnership with Fab Foundation leadership on meeting program grant requirements.

The first outreach project to be undertaken by the Program Manager will be to implement two K-12 STEM outreach fab labs and related programming in partnering Historically Black Colleges and Universities in the US.

This is grant-funded full-time position at the Fab Foundation. Employment beyond 24 months is contingent upon program funding. The Program Manager will report to the President and the Vice President of Operations at the Fab Foundation.

Position Title:

Program Manager, The Fab Foundation

Position time commitment:

Full-time employment, 40 hours per week.

Position Hire Date:

Position open, hiring now!

Position Requirements

  • 2-3 years of experience working in administration, and/or in teaching and instruction, especially to underserved communities. STEM education experience is highly preferred.
  • College degree in education or management with relevant on-the-job experience.
  • Supervisory experience.
  • Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work in a team-based environment; demonstrated flexibility, initiative, and collegiality.
  • Must have strong general management, problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making skills, as well as some technical knowledge, strong attention to detail, and highly developed customer relations attitude and competencies.
  • Experience with software and online collaborative tools such as: Microsoft Office, LibreOffice, Google Workspace, image and video editing software, etc.
  • Facility with social media platforms such as: LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, etc.
  • Experience with some web maintenance, programming and design tools a plus: i.e. WordPress, CSS, InDesign, html, xtml, etc.
  • Proof of strong writing capability

Factors for Success:

  • Patient, adept multi-tasker who likes to make things.
  • Leads as a proactive team-player & displays a passion for helping people learn through discovery.
  • Fab labs are multiple disciplinary learning environment. The ideal candidate will have an equally diverse background and be willing and able to embrace new concepts and technologies as needed.
  • Some experience with fabrication equipment such as a 3D Printer, vinyl printer/cutter, laser etcher/cutter, CNC mill, etc. will be highly valued.

Position Compensation: 

The salary range is $85K – $98K. 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. M/F/V/DV

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: 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.

M/F/V/DV

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! Executive Director of Schooner Adventure!

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Pillar Search & HR Consulting, a nonprofit-focused, woman-owned recruiting firm based in Boston, is proud to partner with the board of the Schooner Adventure in Gloucester, MA on the search for their new Executive Director.

About Schooner Adventure:

Schooner Adventure (d.b.a. The Gloucester Adventure) is a 501(c)(3) maritime historic preservation and educational organization. They are the proud stewards of the 1926 Schooner Adventure, one of the last surviving Grand Banks dory-fishing schooners. When Adventure was built in 1926 in the salt marshes of Essex, MA, no one thought that she would survive into the next century. Indeed, only a handful of the more than 4,000 wooden schooners built in Essex exist today.

Adventure is a national treasure that has, following an extensive, two decade-long, nearly $6 million restoration to ensure her preservation, resumed active sailing as an icon of the American fisheries and as a floating classroom for maritime history and environmental education programs. Adventure is operated at sea, primarily along the New England coast, as a living monument to Massachusetts’ fishing heritage. As such, Adventure is important not only to Gloucester, but also to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and all of America. In 1994 Adventure was awarded National Historic Landmark status in recognition of the significant role of the vessel in the nation’s history.

This is an exciting new chapter for Schooner Adventure. With an extensive historic restoration of the vessel now complete, the organization is poised to launch its next chapter, focused on a robust offering of programs and educational opportunities.

Learn and see more about Schooner Adventure here.  

Mission:

The mission of Schooner Adventure/The Gloucester Adventure, Inc. is to:

  • Restore and preserve the Schooner Adventure for the enrichment of future generations and their love of the sea
  • Enable the Schooner Adventure to serve as a community resource for educational programming focusing on maritime, cultural, and environmental issues
  • Operate the Schooner Adventure at sea as a living symbol of America’s maritime heritage

Job Description/Responsibilities:

The Executive Director is responsible for overall management of Schooner Adventure, working together with the Board of Directors to further the mission pertaining to preservation and operation of the vessel and position Adventure as a focal point for education focused on themes of fisheries, maritime history and the ocean environment.

The Board is seeking a dynamic and experienced Executive Director to maintain Schooner Adventure’s successes, drive program development and growth, enhance community awareness of the mission, programs, and activities, and develop diversified revenue streams. This unique opportunity will allow the new Executive Director to advance the mission of this historic organization while strategizing for the future.

Job Duties:

  • Further organizational mission by developing and implementing a thoughtful and cohesive organizational strategy and goals
  • Work with key senior staff to encourage their capacity to manage and oversee day-to-day operations and people creating a supportive, diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. Hire, train, develop and retain competent, qualified staff. The Executive Director, with board input, manages and hires all office staff and the Captain of the vessel
  • Work with the Board of Directors to establish and support the strategic priorities of the organization, and identify and assess opportunities and risk
  • Take a leadership position in furthering new ideas and initiatives for the organization
  • Participate in various board committees, including communicating necessary organizational information and delegating tasks and projects as appropriate
  • Ensure the financial wellbeing through continuous growth of donated support and earned revenue streams, and providing for the creation and monitoring of budgets and adherence to financial policies, bylaws, and guidelines
  • Work within the organizational model and culture to support the Captain as she/he oversees the operation of the vessel
  • Oversee program development, working with education staff, vessel crew, and volunteers
  • Work with the Board to establish a joint presence of The Gloucester Adventure in the community and among members, and donors and in professional organizations
  • Work with Board and key senior staff to build enduring, collaborative relationships with area cultural institutions
  • Execute and sign contracts and leases, with Board review and oversight as deemed appropriate
  • Speak publicly at events to promote awareness of Schooner Adventure
  • Oversee marketing and communications
  • Work with the Development Director to establish and achieve fundraising goals
  • Participate in meetings of the Board and assigned standing or ad hoc committees

Skills & Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 5-7 years of nonprofit experience (this may be professional work experience or involvement with a nonprofit board or volunteer roles)
  • Minimum of 5-7 years managing a professional staff
  • Passion for and commitment to the mission of Schooner Adventure
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred
  • Experience overseeing, creating and/or executing high-quality programs
  • Experience with fundraising and/or speaking with donors
  • Strong leadership skills. A collaborative, high integrity, transparent, accessible leadership style is desired
  • Ability to oversee, collaborate with, and foster teamwork among staff and vessel crew
  • Experience working with a Board of community volunteers
  • Attend events, meetings, and donor tours on the vessel, both while docked and on the open water
  • Willingness to take on new program ideas
  • Ability to multi-task and meet challenges
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Demonstrated skills in planning, delegating and program development
  • Ability to work with diverse groups of volunteers and staff
  • Comfort with public speaking
  • Strong computer proficiency
  • Able to work flexible hours, including some evenings and occasional weekends as needed for events/programs

Physical Demands of the Job (With or Without Reasonable Accommodation):

The office is in a historic landmark building, and the Schooner is a traditional, National Historic Landmark fishing schooner. This requires frequent standing, walking, and the use of stairs and ladders, as well as being on the open water frequently.

Other:

Adventure requires that all staff be fully vaccinated with an FDA or WHO authorized vaccine (or approved for an exemption as a reasonable accommodation due to a medical reason or sincerely held religious belief). If moved forward to the phone screen stage, you will have the chance to ask the Executive Search Consultant about this requirement.

Schooner Adventure 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.

Please note that the hired candidate will be required to participate in a background check.

To Apply:

Schooner Adventure has partnered with Cindy Joyce of Pillar Search & HR Consulting on the Executive Director search. Please submit your cover letter and resume to Cindy at cindy@pillarsearch.com.

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Search Success: Tanesha Gibbons Joins JVS as Controller!

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JVS Boston and Pillar Search & HR Consulting are proud to announce the appointment of Tanesha Gibbons to the position of Controller. Tanesha joined JVS on November 29, 2021.

In this leadership role, Tanesha will be a thought partner to the CFO, and will be responsible for oversight of finance, accounting and reporting activities, as well as managing a team.

Tanesha brings extensive accounting and finance experience to the role with JVS. Most recently, Tanesha was the Senior Accountant of Boston’s Trinity Church, where she managed accounting and benefits. Prior, she was the Senior Staff Accountant with Roessel Joy. Earlier in her career, Tanesha was a Staff Accountant with CPC America, a private agency organization, where she was responsible for all accounting functions.

By the end of this year, Tanesha will successfully complete studies for her Master of Science in Management and Accounting from University of Massachusetts Dartmouth. She earned her bachelor’s degree from University of Massachusetts Boston. Tanesha is a member of the National Association of Certified Public Bookkeepers (NACPB) and the National Association of Black Accountants (NABA).

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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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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New Search: Controller with JVS!

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Pillar Search & HR Consulting is honored to partner with JVS on their search for the newly created role of Controller.

Our mission is to empower individuals from diverse communities to find employment and build careers; and to partner with employers to hire, develop and retain productive workforces.

JVS provides a broad range of services including adult education, skills training, job readiness training, job placement and support, and access to post-secondary education.  JVS assists employers in their search for well-qualified job applicants and their initiatives to upgrade the skills of their incumbent workforce.

Position Summary:   The Controller is an ambitious, detail-oriented and self-motivated individual who will report to and partner with the Chief Financial Officer, as part of the seven-person Finance Department of JVS. The Controller will be responsible for ensuring the JVS monthly closing process is completed accurately and financial statements prepared timely. This individual responds quickly and with sound judgment to a variety of situations in a fast-paced environment and handles sensitive information in a professional manner. They will be hands-on and contribute at all levels including fiscal controls, internal and external reporting, while also serving as a thought partner to the CFO on many issues. The Controller directly supervises the Manager of Finance and the Accounts Payable Specialist.

Position:  Controller

Reports to: Chief Financial Officer

Position Class: Professional

FLSA:  Exempt

Salary Grade: 8

Supervises:   2 Staff – Manager of Finance and Accounts Payable Specialist

Essential Job Functions:

Accountability and Results Focused:

  • Oversee daily entry of accounts payable and receivable transactions, payroll and benefit allocation entries, account reconciliations, and monthly accounting tasks to ensure timely close process;
  • Responsible for preparation of monthly financial statements and other reports for management, as well as attend and present at various meetings as required;
  • Manage the revenue cycle and record accounts receivables and billings, including enhancing the process to optimize cash flow;
  • Oversee the recording of bank activity including investment and interest income, deposits, and electronic payments;
  • Manage the agency credit card program and corporate purchasing accounts;
  • Assist in the coordination and preparation of the budget and financial forecasts and report variances;
  • Responsible for record retention and compliance of agency accounting files;
  • Coordinate annual financial statement audit and filings with external audit team,
  • Manage, maintain and upgrade the agency financial fund accounting system and other financial applications;
  • Develop, automate, and implement systems, policies, procedures, and internal controls, to ensure compliance with accounting standards and improve efficiencies;
  • Supervise the Manager of Finance and the Accounts Payable Specialist and provide mentoring, coaching and written annual evaluations;
  • Perform other related duties and projects as requested.

Build relationships, collaboration and teamwork:

  • Provide training to stakeholders on financial process, information, and updates, including Professional Development for agency staff;
  • Work collaboratively with and provide assistance to fellow team members to encourage cooperation and ensure performance goals are met;
  • Ensure high level of satisfaction, trust, and reliability for staff, clients, funders and vendors;
  • Attend and actively participate in agency wide trainings and programming, staff meetings, and team-based projects;
  • Support and promote the mission and philosophy of JVS both internally and outside the agency.

Administrative/Communication:

  • Demonstrate a professional demeanor with strong leadership skills;
  • Communicate effectively verbally and in writing;
  • Exercise discretion in handling confidential information.

Minimum Skills and Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field; CPA/MBA a plus. Exceptional accounting skills;
  • Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience in a nonprofit organization, and with specific experience with nonprofit revenue recognition, statement production and compliance;
  • Minimum of 2 years of direct staff supervisory experience;
  • Proficiency with nonprofit fund accounting systems; Serenic Navigator a plus;
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Intermediate/Advanced Excel is a requirement);
  • Confident self-starter; ability to prioritize, juggle multiple deadlines and projects;
  • Ability to troubleshoot, design, implement, and manage systems that contribute to an efficient working environment;
  • Meticulous attention to detail with excellent analytical, problem-solving, verbal and written communication skills;
  • Ability to work effectively with Board of Directors, senior staff, volunteers, and peers;
  • Creative, results oriented, and energetic with the ability to work independently and in a team environment.

JVS Culture:  JVS is strongly committed to diversity and a workplace environment that respects, appreciates and values employee differences and similarities.  By providing and supporting a work culture that fosters and builds upon diversity and its strengths, JVS will better serve our local communities and continue to provide quality services.

JVS 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, JVS 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: JVS has partnered with Cindy Joyce of Pillar Search & HR Consulting on the search for the newly created role of Controller. Please submit your cover letter and resume to Cindy at cindy@pillarsearch.com.