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DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF BUILDINGS
Location: Oakland
Job ID: 75613
Job Posting
For UCOP internal applicants, please login to the internal candidate gateway at:
UC OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
At the University of California (UC), your contributions make a difference. A world leader producing Nobel and Pulitzer Prize recipients with over 150 years of groundbreaking research transforming the world. Choose a career where you can leverage your knowledge, skills and aspirations to inspire and support some of the greatest minds in the world, and those who will follow in their footsteps. Working at the University of California is being part of a unique institution, and a vibrant and diverse community. At the University of California, Office of the President, we propel our mission through impactful work locally, in government centers and systemwide. We are passionate people, serving the greater good.
The University of California, one of the largest and most acclaimed institutions of higher learning in the world, is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research and public service. The University of California Office of the President is the headquarters to the 10 campuses, six academic medical centers and three national laboratories and enrolls premier students from California, the nation and the world.
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW
The Building & Administrative Services Center (BASC) provides a high-level of client service to the UC Office of the President through the strategic management of UCOP's building portfolio and all related operational activities. Key services provided by the department include managing UCOP owned, leased, and affiliated properties, capital projects, facilities maintenance, space management, event management, sustainability programs and initiatives, and administrative services (mail, moving, parking programs, etc.). In addition the department plays a leadership role in UCOP business continuity planning and emergency management and is responsible for coordinating with other UCOP departments to address these areas of work. The department focuses on providing a work environment that supports all UCOP staff and other users of UCOP's building space in focused individual work and interactive team-based work to support the mission of the University.
Position Summary
Under the general direction of the Senior Director of the Building and Administrative Service Center, the Deputy Director of Buildings (DDB) is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the UCOP Consolidated Campus in Oakland, which includes the UC-owned 1111 Franklin Street building and the leased 1100 Broadway Building, along with oversight of remote UCOP facilities in Riverside, Sacramento, and Washington, DC. The UCOP campus consists of approximately 360,000 square feet of space occupied by staff responsible for systemwide oversight, administrative, and leadership functions. The DDB receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines the best use of resources to meet schedules and achieve goals. This is an on-site role, requiring a physical presence at UCOP facilities, with the expectation of providing off-hours support and response as operations and emergencies dictate. This role involves overseeing a diverse portfolio of properties and managing up-to 6 facilities staff to ensure efficient operations across the portfolio. The DDB is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring facilities management policies and programs to meet the organization's objectives. A data-driven approach is essential, as the DDB will process information from various facility systems, converting it into insights for decision-making and presentations to senior leadership. The DDB also plays a crucial role in mentoring and training team members to support the department's overall efficiency and effectiveness. This role involves producing and analyzing key reports, in collaboration with direct reports and associated departments, to drive operational decisions, ensure compliance, and support strategic improvements. Please note this position requires daily on-site presence in Oakland, CA.
Key Responsibilities
35% Facility Management: The DDB efficiently manages all UCOP-owned, leased, and affiliated facilities, directing the activities of subordinate managers both locally and at remote locations. This includes oversight of all facility-related services, such as maintenance, HVAC, MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing), security, access control systems, and deferred maintenance. The role also involves collaboration with agencies that have jurisdiction, property management for UCOP locations, and represented labor management for facility staff. Additionally, the DDB manages facility vendor relationships, including contract negotiations and oversight, while overseeing UCOP's material management, excess inventory, and salvage programs. The DDB is responsible for establishing and enforcing health and safety standards for all physical facilities, ensuring compliance with federal, state, local, and UC regulations to protect the wellbeing of all UCOP staff and visitors. Deliverables:
• Customer Satisfaction and Ratings Improvement Plans: UCOP regularly benchmarks customer service satisfaction to maintain high standards. This role involves identifying key metrics to measure and improve customer satisfaction. Develop and implement targeted strategies by analyzing customer feedback, addressing service gaps, and setting actionable goals.
• Facility Systems Performance Reports: Regular reports analyzing data from the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), tracking work order volumes, types, and response times. These reports should include Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to monitor and improve service delivery, and insights for making data-driven decisions.
• Health and Safety Compliance Reports: Presentations summarizing compliance with health and safety standards, inspections, and certifications. Regular updates on fire safety and life safety systems are crucial, with action plans for addressing any gaps in compliance.
• Operational Efficiency Reports: Responsible for analyzing resource allocation, process improvements, cost efficiencies, and overall operational performance within building systems and facilities management. This role involves preparing detailed reports that identify opportunities for optimization and propose actionable adjustments to project scopes, business processes, or resource allocations. The individual will leverage Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to systematically evaluate and enhance workflows, ensuring continuous improvement and alignment with organizational goals. These reports will serve as critical tools for decision-making, driving efficiency and effectiveness across operations.
15% Emergency Management & Business Continuity: This role involves developing and managing business continuity and emergency response plans for all UCOP physical assets, ensuring operational resilience and preparedness. This work is done under the direction of the Sr. Director, BASC and in coordination with the Executive Director, UCOP Operations. It also includes acting as a deputy emergency manager, including managing/co-managing and coordinating resources while maintaining effective communication with stakeholders and senior leadership during emergency situations across all UCOP assets. Deliverables: Comprehensive documentation and presentations on the current status of business continuity and emergency response strategies, highlighting preparedness for potential facility disruptions. Ensures seamless coordination of resources and information flow among stakeholders during emergencies.
15% Stakeholder Coordination: The DDB collaborates with various BASC, UCOP units, including Occupancy & Space Management, Real Estate & Financial Management, Customer Services, Event Management, Capital Projects, and Energy & Sustainability, to ensure that goals are achieved and that BASC's operations meet the highest standards. This includes ensuring compliance with all UC policies and legal requirements. The DDB collaborates with other University of California campuses to establish agreements and memorandum of understanding, ensuring the provision of essential services-such as custodial, maintenance, and moving services-to UCOP locations. The DDB also oversees fire and life safety requirements, coordinating inspections and certifications, and regularly reporting on their status to maintain safety and regulatory compliance. The DDB will work with agencies that have jurisdiction over UCOP's built environment, ensuring alignment with regulations and addressing any issues related to the management of UCOP's physical assets
15% Preventive Maintenance and System Oversight: Enhance and monitor the preventive maintenance program to ensure all systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection, meet University and organizational standards. Proactively identify issues and develop solutions, such as reallocating resources or adjusting project scope, to maintain operational efficiency. Oversee both proactive maintenance and reactive repair activities for all building systems, ensuring timely and effective responses. In emergency situations or during repair projects, the DDB ensures smooth coordination and maintains consistent communication with senior management to keep them informed as needed. Utilize data from the CMMS system to analyze the volume, type, and nature of work orders, implement strategies, develop KPIs (Key Performance Indicators), to improve service delivery and increase customer satisfaction ratings. Deliverables:
• Preventive Maintenance Program Reports: Reports that assess the status of all critical systems (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, security, access control, energy management) and outline the effectiveness of preventive maintenance efforts. This includes metrics on the number of preventive tasks completed vs. overdue and potential areas for improvement.
• Sustainability and Energy Use Reports: Presentations and reports that assess energy usage, sustainability efforts, and progress towards environmental goals.
10% Staff Selection, Development, and Training: Selects, develops, and evaluates staff, ensuring they possess the necessary skills and expertise to meet operational goals. Oversees the training of direct reports and other UCOP staff in relevant areas, providing support to optimize facility usage and performance.
10% Project and Contract Management: Defines project requirements and negotiates building management contracts and any necessary contract amendments. Establishes operating budgets and ensures that financial terms and conditions are clearly identified and met. Tracks with a staff member purchase orders, payments, and contract executions as required to maintain smooth operations for BASC. Ensures that the organization's occupancy needs are fulfilled and monitors adherence to master plans, budgets, and schedules. Participates in the development of policies and procedures, such as those governing building access for visitors. Deliverables: Regular reports detailing vendor performance, contract adherence, and any necessary amendments. This should include financial tracking for facility-related contracts and budgets.
Experience
Required Qualifications
Minimum of 8 years of experience managing large facilities, leading teams, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving operational efficiency through data-driven decision-making.
Skills and Abilities
Required Qualifications
• Extensive experience in facilities maintenance, building management systems, and emergency management, with the ability to effectively coordinate and manage critical situations during off-hours, ensuring minimal disruption to operations and rapid resolution of issues across all areas of responsibility.
• Strong skills to facilitate and collaborate with various internal and external constituencies on short- and long -term facilities planning and management.
• Strong analytical, research and report/presentation preparation skills to meet regulatory and budgetary reporting requirements.
• Strong skills in management, regulatory compliance and operations planning.
• Broad knowledge in the areas of facilities management, space planning and allocation, security, fire and safety and emergency preparedness.
• Strong skills in verbal and written communications.
• Experience and knowledge to inspect construction in progress (general and specialty structures)and read, sketch and interpret plans and specifications.
• Ability to effectively utilize Microsoft suite such as PowerPoint, Excel, Power Bi, Project and other relevant software to track work progress, prepare presentations, analyze data, and develop deliverables that support operational goals and data-driven decision-making.
• Strong skills in leadership, motivation of staff and team building.
Education
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in engineering, facility management, architecture, and / or a closely related field, and a demonstrated record of relevant work experience that clearly aligns with the position's responsibilities and requirements.
Licenses and Certifications
Preferred Qualifications
Certified Facility Manager (IFMA), Facility Management Professional (IFMA) LEED green associate or similar certifications preferred
Travel Requirements
15% Travel to in state and out of state locations.
Job Title
Facilities Manager 1
Job Code
000390
Salary Grade
Grade 25
Payscale:
$142,000 - $160,000
The University of California, Office of the President, is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The full salary range shows the growth potential for this position and the pay scale is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position.
Benefits: For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit:
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
HOW TO APPLY
Please be prepared to attach a cover letter and resume with your application.
APPLICATION REVIEW DATE
The first review date for this job is February 18, 2025 . If needed, add: The position will be open until filled.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Background Check Process: Successful completion of a background check is required for this critical position.
Smoke Free Work Environment: The University of California, Office of the President, is smoke & tobacco-free as of January 1, 2014.
As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California , as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.
• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.
EEO STATEMENT
The University of California, Office of the President, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: . For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: .
The University of California, Office of the President, strives to make this job board accessible to any and all users. If you have comments regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at: or email the Human Resource Department at: mailto: .
DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF BUILDINGS
Location: Oakland
Job ID: 75613
Job Posting
For UCOP internal applicants, please login to the internal candidate gateway at:
UC OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
At the University of California (UC), your contributions make a difference. A world leader producing Nobel and Pulitzer Prize recipients with over 150 years of groundbreaking research transforming the world. Choose a career where you can leverage your knowledge, skills and aspirations to inspire and support some of the greatest minds in the world, and those who will follow in their footsteps. Working at the University of California is being part of a unique institution, and a vibrant and diverse community. At the University of California, Office of the President, we propel our mission through impactful work locally, in government centers and systemwide. We are passionate people, serving the greater good.
The University of California, one of the largest and most acclaimed institutions of higher learning in the world, is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research and public service. The University of California Office of the President is the headquarters to the 10 campuses, six academic medical centers and three national laboratories and enrolls premier students from California, the nation and the world.
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW
The Building & Administrative Services Center (BASC) provides a high-level of client service to the UC Office of the President through the strategic management of UCOP's building portfolio and all related operational activities. Key services provided by the department include managing UCOP owned, leased, and affiliated properties, capital projects, facilities maintenance, space management, event management, sustainability programs and initiatives, and administrative services (mail, moving, parking programs, etc.). In addition the department plays a leadership role in UCOP business continuity planning and emergency management and is responsible for coordinating with other UCOP departments to address these areas of work. The department focuses on providing a work environment that supports all UCOP staff and other users of UCOP's building space in focused individual work and interactive team-based work to support the mission of the University.
Position Summary
Under the general direction of the Senior Director of the Building and Administrative Service Center, the Deputy Director of Buildings (DDB) is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the UCOP Consolidated Campus in Oakland, which includes the UC-owned 1111 Franklin Street building and the leased 1100 Broadway Building, along with oversight of remote UCOP facilities in Riverside, Sacramento, and Washington, DC. The UCOP campus consists of approximately 360,000 square feet of space occupied by staff responsible for systemwide oversight, administrative, and leadership functions. The DDB receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines the best use of resources to meet schedules and achieve goals. This is an on-site role, requiring a physical presence at UCOP facilities, with the expectation of providing off-hours support and response as operations and emergencies dictate. This role involves overseeing a diverse portfolio of properties and managing up-to 6 facilities staff to ensure efficient operations across the portfolio. The DDB is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring facilities management policies and programs to meet the organization's objectives. A data-driven approach is essential, as the DDB will process information from various facility systems, converting it into insights for decision-making and presentations to senior leadership. The DDB also plays a crucial role in mentoring and training team members to support the department's overall efficiency and effectiveness. This role involves producing and analyzing key reports, in collaboration with direct reports and associated departments, to drive operational decisions, ensure compliance, and support strategic improvements. Please note this position requires daily on-site presence in Oakland, CA.
Key Responsibilities
35% Facility Management: The DDB efficiently manages all UCOP-owned, leased, and affiliated facilities, directing the activities of subordinate managers both locally and at remote locations. This includes oversight of all facility-related services, such as maintenance, HVAC, MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing), security, access control systems, and deferred maintenance. The role also involves collaboration with agencies that have jurisdiction, property management for UCOP locations, and represented labor management for facility staff. Additionally, the DDB manages facility vendor relationships, including contract negotiations and oversight, while overseeing UCOP's material management, excess inventory, and salvage programs. The DDB is responsible for establishing and enforcing health and safety standards for all physical facilities, ensuring compliance with federal, state, local, and UC regulations to protect the wellbeing of all UCOP staff and visitors. Deliverables:
• Customer Satisfaction and Ratings Improvement Plans: UCOP regularly benchmarks customer service satisfaction to maintain high standards. This role involves identifying key metrics to measure and improve customer satisfaction. Develop and implement targeted strategies by analyzing customer feedback, addressing service gaps, and setting actionable goals.
• Facility Systems Performance Reports: Regular reports analyzing data from the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), tracking work order volumes, types, and response times. These reports should include Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to monitor and improve service delivery, and insights for making data-driven decisions.
• Health and Safety Compliance Reports: Presentations summarizing compliance with health and safety standards, inspections, and certifications. Regular updates on fire safety and life safety systems are crucial, with action plans for addressing any gaps in compliance.
• Operational Efficiency Reports: Responsible for analyzing resource allocation, process improvements, cost efficiencies, and overall operational performance within building systems and facilities management. This role involves preparing detailed reports that identify opportunities for optimization and propose actionable adjustments to project scopes, business processes, or resource allocations. The individual will leverage Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to systematically evaluate and enhance workflows, ensuring continuous improvement and alignment with organizational goals. These reports will serve as critical tools for decision-making, driving efficiency and effectiveness across operations.
15% Emergency Management & Business Continuity: This role involves developing and managing business continuity and emergency response plans for all UCOP physical assets, ensuring operational resilience and preparedness. This work is done under the direction of the Sr. Director, BASC and in coordination with the Executive Director, UCOP Operations. It also includes acting as a deputy emergency manager, including managing/co-managing and coordinating resources while maintaining effective communication with stakeholders and senior leadership during emergency situations across all UCOP assets. Deliverables: Comprehensive documentation and presentations on the current status of business continuity and emergency response strategies, highlighting preparedness for potential facility disruptions. Ensures seamless coordination of resources and information flow among stakeholders during emergencies.
15% Stakeholder Coordination: The DDB collaborates with various BASC, UCOP units, including Occupancy & Space Management, Real Estate & Financial Management, Customer Services, Event Management, Capital Projects, and Energy & Sustainability, to ensure that goals are achieved and that BASC's operations meet the highest standards. This includes ensuring compliance with all UC policies and legal requirements. The DDB collaborates with other University of California campuses to establish agreements and memorandum of understanding, ensuring the provision of essential services-such as custodial, maintenance, and moving services-to UCOP locations. The DDB also oversees fire and life safety requirements, coordinating inspections and certifications, and regularly reporting on their status to maintain safety and regulatory compliance. The DDB will work with agencies that have jurisdiction over UCOP's built environment, ensuring alignment with regulations and addressing any issues related to the management of UCOP's physical assets
15% Preventive Maintenance and System Oversight: Enhance and monitor the preventive maintenance program to ensure all systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection, meet University and organizational standards. Proactively identify issues and develop solutions, such as reallocating resources or adjusting project scope, to maintain operational efficiency. Oversee both proactive maintenance and reactive repair activities for all building systems, ensuring timely and effective responses. In emergency situations or during repair projects, the DDB ensures smooth coordination and maintains consistent communication with senior management to keep them informed as needed. Utilize data from the CMMS system to analyze the volume, type, and nature of work orders, implement strategies, develop KPIs (Key Performance Indicators), to improve service delivery and increase customer satisfaction ratings. Deliverables:
• Preventive Maintenance Program Reports: Reports that assess the status of all critical systems (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, security, access control, energy management) and outline the effectiveness of preventive maintenance efforts. This includes metrics on the number of preventive tasks completed vs. overdue and potential areas for improvement.
• Sustainability and Energy Use Reports: Presentations and reports that assess energy usage, sustainability efforts, and progress towards environmental goals.
10% Staff Selection, Development, and Training: Selects, develops, and evaluates staff, ensuring they possess the necessary skills and expertise to meet operational goals. Oversees the training of direct reports and other UCOP staff in relevant areas, providing support to optimize facility usage and performance.
10% Project and Contract Management: Defines project requirements and negotiates building management contracts and any necessary contract amendments. Establishes operating budgets and ensures that financial terms and conditions are clearly identified and met. Tracks with a staff member purchase orders, payments, and contract executions as required to maintain smooth operations for BASC. Ensures that the organization's occupancy needs are fulfilled and monitors adherence to master plans, budgets, and schedules. Participates in the development of policies and procedures, such as those governing building access for visitors. Deliverables: Regular reports detailing vendor performance, contract adherence, and any necessary amendments. This should include financial tracking for facility-related contracts and budgets.
Experience
Required Qualifications
Minimum of 8 years of experience managing large facilities, leading teams, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving operational efficiency through data-driven decision-making.
Skills and Abilities
Required Qualifications
• Extensive experience in facilities maintenance, building management systems, and emergency management, with the ability to effectively coordinate and manage critical situations during off-hours, ensuring minimal disruption to operations and rapid resolution of issues across all areas of responsibility.
• Strong skills to facilitate and collaborate with various internal and external constituencies on short- and long -term facilities planning and management.
• Strong analytical, research and report/presentation preparation skills to meet regulatory and budgetary reporting requirements.
• Strong skills in management, regulatory compliance and operations planning.
• Broad knowledge in the areas of facilities management, space planning and allocation, security, fire and safety and emergency preparedness.
• Strong skills in verbal and written communications.
• Experience and knowledge to inspect construction in progress (general and specialty structures)and read, sketch and interpret plans and specifications.
• Ability to effectively utilize Microsoft suite such as PowerPoint, Excel, Power Bi, Project and other relevant software to track work progress, prepare presentations, analyze data, and develop deliverables that support operational goals and data-driven decision-making.
• Strong skills in leadership, motivation of staff and team building.
Education
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in engineering, facility management, architecture, and / or a closely related field, and a demonstrated record of relevant work experience that clearly aligns with the position's responsibilities and requirements.
Licenses and Certifications
Preferred Qualifications
Certified Facility Manager (IFMA), Facility Management Professional (IFMA) LEED green associate or similar certifications preferred
Travel Requirements
15% Travel to in state and out of state locations.
Job Title
Facilities Manager 1
Job Code
000390
Salary Grade
Grade 25
Payscale:
$142,000 - $160,000
The University of California, Office of the President, is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The full salary range shows the growth potential for this position and the pay scale is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position.
Benefits: For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit:
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
HOW TO APPLY
Please be prepared to attach a cover letter and resume with your application.
APPLICATION REVIEW DATE
The first review date for this job is February 18, 2025 . If needed, add: The position will be open until filled.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Background Check Process: Successful completion of a background check is required for this critical position.
Smoke Free Work Environment: The University of California, Office of the President, is smoke & tobacco-free as of January 1, 2014.
As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California , as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.
• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.
EEO STATEMENT
The University of California, Office of the President, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: . For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: .
The University of California, Office of the President, strives to make this job board accessible to any and all users. If you have comments regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at: or email the Human Resource Department at: mailto: .
Project Coordinator, School of Public Health
R0145424
University of Nevada, Reno - Main Campus
The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment.
If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our recruitment helpline at (775) 784-1495 or . For UNR Med professional job postings, please contact the Office of Professional Recruitment at (775) 784-6778.
Job Description
The University of Nevada, Reno, School of Public Health is seeking organized, flexible and independent candidates for a full-time Project Coordinator. The Project Coordinator will oversee aspects of multiple grant-funded research projects within the School of Public Health. This position supports the Coordinator, Evaluation & Research to meet current study goals, and expand harm reduction research in Northern Nevada by supporting a pipeline of sustained harm reduction research infrastructure. Join our diverse and supportive team of professionals, undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students to build rapport and trust with people who use drugs in Northern Nevada and accomplish the aims of this NIH-funded study. Our accepting atmosphere is rooted in harm reduction, meeting people where they are at and not leaving them there.
The Recruitment & Retention Coordinator will work primarily on 1) NIH-funded longitudinal mixed methods study, and 2) establishing a Living Experience Board for the Washoe County Opioid Abatement & Recovery Fund (WOARF). Responsibilities for this project include but are not limited to: 1) leading a team to complete monthly contact updates with study participants via phone, text, email, and street-based outreach efforts and to locate study participants who have been lost to follow-up; 2) assist the CER in conducting quality assurance of study data including primary collected data and associated paperwork; 3) and address questions or concerns raised by research assistants to maintain high rigor of study data and compliance with regulations relating to research with human subjects; 4) create and maintain a standard operating procedure manual for the LEB including membership requirements, conflict resolution standards, and board operation (including regular meetings, process for documenting meetings and decisions made, etc.); 5) Recruit appropriate board members and establish a monthly meeting time in concert with the WOARF Steering Committee meetings, 6) assist the CER to hire and train data collectors to conduct primary data collection to inform the WOARF needs assessment survey; and to 7) write reports and present findings of the needs assessment to the WOARF Steering Committee. 8) As needed, conduct qualitative and quantitative data collection and/or analysis, either independently or in collaboration with other research team members, to support dissemination of research findings.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree and (2) two years of related experience or a Master's Degree and (1) one year of related work experience. Related experience: evaluation and/or research in public health and/or social sciences, project coordination and planning, data collection or a related field
Preferred Qualifications
Candidates who speak Spanish/English
Schedule Requirements
Occasional nights and weekends
Compensation
Administrative Faculty - B
Salary is based on related education, experience, internal equity, and budgets.
To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit and select Administrative Faculty Salaries by Grade.
Remarkable Retirement
Our retirement plan is beyond compare. The University generously matches your 17.50% contribution. With the faculty retirement plan, you are 100% vested on your first day. Sit back and watch your retirement dollars grow! All permanent employees on an annual "A" or "B" contract employed at least 50% full-time are eligible to participate in the NSHE retirement program unless they are members of PERS of Nevada.
"I had no idea the values of the faculty retirement plan when I joined UNR. I discovered I was fully vested in my contributions and the company's 17.5% matching on my first day. I have watched my retirement grow over the years, not only in contributions but with investments. It is hard to describe how appreciative I am to feel so secure in my future" - Michelle B.
Perks of Working at UNR!
• Health insurance options including dental and vision -
• Generous annual and sick leave and life insurance -
• E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options.
• Reno is proud to be a university town! Many local businesses offer discounts to Wolf Card holders.
• supports employees (and eligible dependents) through difficult moments. Mountain EAP is in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services about personal or interpersonal issues.
• Several Diversity Committees and Affinity Groups focus on campus-wide diversity initiatives to ensure we are working to create a diverse and welcoming campus climate.
• Faculty Senate is the principal representing body for faculty. Its membership includes representatives from each academic and administrative major unit of the University.
• No State Tax!
Grants-in-aid for Faculty Employees
The University is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate. Faculty dependents have unlimited credits, but to be eligible, children must be unmarried and under twenty-four. They must receive at least 50% of their financial support from the employee and/or the employee's spouse or domestic partner.
Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program
The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples' professional needs. We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners that provides resources and assists them in identifying career opportunities in Northern Nevada.
College/Department Information
Exempt
Yes
Full-Time Equivalent
100.0%
Required Attachment(s)
Please note, once you submit your application the only attachment/s viewable to you will be the attachment/s to the resume/CV section of the application. Any additional required attachment/s to the cover letter, references, additional documents sections of the application, will not be viewable to you after you submit your application. All uploaded attachment/s will be on the application for the committee to review. To request updates to attachments, prior to the committee review of applications, please contact the candidate helpdesk at mailto: .
Please attach the following documents to your application
1) Resume/CV
2) Cover Letter
3) Contact Information for three professional references
4) Please write a brief statement (one page maximum) about how you would contribute toward our mission of creating a culturally inclusive environment in the role for which you are applying.
This posting is open until filled
Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. This search will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.
Posting Close Date
Note to Applicant
A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.
HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member's first day of employment.
References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.
Applicants hired on a federal contract may be subject to E-Verify.
As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.
For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.
Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.
The University of Nevada, Reno is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person's age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes).
About Us
The University of Nevada, Reno is a leading public research university committed to the promise of a future powered by knowledge. Founded in 1874 as Nevada's original land-grant university, the University serves more than 23,000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 states and 63 countries.
Classified by the Carnegie® Classification of Institutions of Higher Education as an R1 ("Very High Research") university, it is also recognized in the Carnegie® Community Engagement classification. The University is also ranked by U.S. News & World Report among the "Best National Universities" and "Best National Public Universities." It also ranks in the top tier of the WSJ/Times Higher Education World University Rankings and the New York Times' "Top Colleges for Economic Diversity."
Since 2009, nearly $1 billion has been has invested in advanced labs, facilities, and residence halls on the main campus. The University is home to Nevada's first medical school - the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine and the Wayne L. Prim Campus at Lake Tahoe, where education, research, and creative work thrive in a stunning mountain setting. The University delivers on its original land-grant mission with outreach across the state through the University of Nevada, Reno Extension, Nevada Agricultural Experiment Station, Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology, Nevada Small Business Development Center, the Nevada Seismological Laboratory, and Wolf Pack Athletics.
The main campus is in Reno, Nevada, a burgeoning global technology hub with a vibrant midtown and downtown. Found where the high desert of the Great Basin meets the High Sierra and Lake Tahoe, the beautiful, 290-acre main campus is also a Nevada State Arboretum. The University's physical infrastructure is expanding with ongoing construction of the newly named John Tullock Business Building, set to open in fall 2025. Groundbreaking is also planned for a new State Public Health Laboratory Building on campus, alongside the recent acquisition of 16 parcels near campus, known as "University Village," to provide affordable housing for graduate students and early career faculty.
Collaborating with world-renowned organizations, the University fosters innovation through initiatives such as the Digital Wolf Pack partnership with Apple, which ensures equitable access to technology for students, providing new incoming freshman or transfer students with an iPad Air and accessories. Google's TechWise initiate is an 18-month program that fully supports undergraduate students in becoming entry-level software engineers by graduation.
In 2023, the U.S. Department of Commerce's Economic Development Administration (EDA) announced that Nevada - led by the University of Nevada, Reno - was named one of the inaugural 31 Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs (TechHubs). Nevada was selected from a competitive pool of 489 applicants from across the United States and its territories. Nevada's Tech Hub will strengthen America's lithium batteries, critical elements and other electric vehicle materials industry sectors within the state.
Through its commitment to high-impact education, world-improving research and creative activity, and outreach that's transforming Nevada's communities and businesses, the University continues its 150-year tradition of benefitting our state, nation and world.
The University recognizes that diversity promotes excellence in education and research. The inclusive and engaged community on campus recognizes the added value that students, faculty, and staff from different backgrounds bring to the educational experience.
Today, the University delivers on its original land-grant mission of access to education and knowledge by investing in the academics, facilities, support, engagement and vibrant campus life that promote our diverse students' cognitive growth and academic achievement - all while remaining one of the best values in American higher education.
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University of Nevada, Reno
Founded in 1874, the University of Nevada, Reno is the State of Nevada’s land grant institution with a statewide mission and presence. The University of Nevada, Reno is a Carnegie I Research Institution and has been recognized as a “Top Tier” Best National University by U.S. News & World Report. With an enrollment of nearly 21,000 students we offer 145 Tier 1 accredited degree programs. Located in the picturesque Truckee Meadows the University of Nevada, Reno is surrounded by numerous state and national parks, is 45 minutes from beautiful Lake Tahoe, and four hours from San Francisco.
The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes that diversity promotes excellence in education and research. We are an inclusive and engaged community and recognize the added value that students, faculty, and staff from different backgrounds bring to the educational experience.
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age, disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, or religion.
Asst Professor - Applied Artificial Intelligence
The University of Wyoming is delighted to receive your interest in our vacant position! We strive to connect with qualified and uniquely talented individuals to join our campus community. We would love to hear how your experiences translate to this position, the University's Mission, Vision, and Values, and encourage you to submit an application today!
JOB TITLE:
Tenure-Track Assistant Professor
JOB PURPOSE:
As part of the University of Wyoming's (UW's) AI Strategic Initiative ( ), we are seeking to fill five tenure-track Assistant Professor positions in applied artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced applications of AI. We seek faculty hires who will catalyze interdisciplinary collaboration, attract significant external research funding, and enrich our undergraduate and graduate students' experience.
UW has twelve colleges and schools enrolling 11,000 students. The University prides itself on research innovation, teaching excellence, industrial engagement, and broader societal impact. With significantly increased research expenditures, the University has embarked on a transformational journey to become a Tier-1 Institution, recognized globally for academic excellence and world-class research. The University has new state-of-the-art facilities, ample access to high performance and GPU computing through the Advanced Research Computing Center and the NCAR-Wyoming Supercomputing Center, and dedicated funding for research initiatives.
UW is dedicated to advancing and expanding its expertise in AI while growing its research enterprise. As part of our AI Strategic Initiative, we are conducting a multi-department AI Faculty Cluster Hire to recruit exceptional scholars who will join the many faculty members already engaged in cutting-edge AI research and applications. We are particularly interested in candidates with research expertise and interests to develop and apply novel AI and advanced data science integrated with strategically important research areas in the Colleges of Engineering and Physical Sciences; Agriculture, Life Sciences and Natural Resources; and the School of Computing, including:
• Engineering , across all disciplines within the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences. Topics of particular interest include nuclear energy, materials research, quantum information sciences and engineering, cybersecurity and blockchain, and controlled environment agriculture.
• Agriculture, life sciences, and natural resources. Expertise in Agricultural Technology broadly defined. Of particular interest are candidates that understand how AI and other technologies are impacting the agriculture industry including but not limited to crop science, horticulture, agroecology, natural resource management, invasive species, and plant pathology.
• Advances and tools at the intersection of AI and scientific computing , including but not limited to applied research and tool development in areas such as physics informed neural networks, digital twins, uncertainty quantification in machine learning, high-dimensional data analysis and visualization, generative models for scientific discovery, HPC and AI, explainable AI in scientific computing, AI-enhanced numerical methods, AI-driven trustworthy and secure software engineering.
Successful candidates will have the opportunity to join one or more departments in the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences, the College of Agriculture, Life Sciences and Natural Resources, and/or the School of Computing, aligned with their expertise and interests.
Assistant professors shall normally hold a PhD degree or other terminal degree in a suitable discipline and shall have demonstrated ability, experience, and record of scholarship appropriate to carry out the functions of the position.
REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY:
This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Doctorate degree in an appropriate field by date of appointment
• Research productivity as demonstrated by number and quality of publications in peer-reviewed journals and/or other relevant research impact (e.g. peer-reviewed datasets, scientific software, or other complementary assessments of impact and influence).
• Ability to teach at the undergraduate level in one or more of the departments/units at the university, and interest in working in a team environment to develop new undergraduate offerings.
• Experience in applied, use-inspired computing that focuses on the innovative use or development of Artificial Intelligence methods.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience in interdisciplinary, multidisciplinary, or transdisciplinary research.
• Experience and/or demonstrated potential to develop a high-profile computing-focused research program in an area of AI with potential for significant and sustained funding.
• Experience and/or interest in collaborating with external stakeholders, such as industry, K-12, community colleges, innovation hubs, government, non-profit organizations.
• Potential for excellence in teaching, training, and/or mentoring students in computing at the undergraduate and graduate level.
REQUIRED MATERIALS:
Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: (1) a cover letter that addresses how the candidate fits the listed minimum and desired qualifications; (2) contact information for four references; (3) a CV (Curriculum Vita); (4) a research statement; (5) a teaching statement. These positions will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 3/2/2025 will receive full consideration . Questions should be directed to Beth Leonard mailto: .
HIRING STATEMENT:
UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer (UW Reg 4-1). The University does not discriminate in employment or personnel practices on the basis of race, gender, religion, color, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, creed, ancestry, political belief, pregnancy, or any other protected category or participation in any protected activity. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email mailto: /.
ABOUT LARAMIE:
The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.
Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado's Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit
Job Identification: 250018
Job Schedule: Full Time
16 & Gibbon, Laramie, WY, 82071, US
Schedule (Hours Per Week): 40
MARITIME MARKETING AND COMMODITIES REPRESENTATIVE
Oakland, CA
Salary: $15,266 - $18,911/mo., 37.5-hr work week
Your Port. Your Community. Your Career.
When you join the Port of Oakland, you become part of a proud local legacy, an organization that touches virtually every resident with its services and programs. The Port of Oakland oversees the Oakland seaport, San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport and 20 miles of waterfront. The Oakland seaport is one of the top 10 busiest container ports in the U.S.; San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport is the second largest San Francisco Bay Area airport offering over 300 daily passenger and cargo flights; and the Port's real estate includes commercial developments such as Jack London Square and hundreds of acres of public parks and conservation areas.
The Port is currently recruiting for a Maritime Marketing and Commodities Representative . Under general supervision, the representative will implement a broad range of targeted marketing and business or project-specific programs to address the operational, strategic, commercial and long-term needs of the Port’s customers and optimize the utilization of the Maritime Division facilities, assets and services; promotes increased use of maritime facilities and assets by establishing targeted marketing programs to maintain current cargo growth and attract cargo.
Minimum requirements include a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with course work in business, finance, transportation, marketing communications and a minimum of three (3) years of experience in marketing sales with at least one year experience as a marketing account representative or marketing sales representative with a port, shipping line, railroad, intermodal services company/logistics provider specializing in transportation marketing.
The Port’s compensation and benefit program ranks among the best in the region for public jurisdictions and is designed to reward performance and promote a balanced lifestyle, both at the workplace and away from the workplace, for our employees and their families. The Port is committed to the health and well-being of its employees and has been recognized as a FIT-Friendly Employer by the American Heart Association. We offer a comprehensive benefit package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 457 plan and paid leave. Port offers retiree medical benefits for employees and dependents after 10 years of CALPERS service (including 5 years at the Port).
To apply for this exceptional opportunity or obtain more details, please visit us . Apply by February 14, 2025 at 5:00 pm.
Executive Director
The Opportunity
NEW Pride Agenda is a vibrant and inclusive organization that works to create a world where every LGBTQIA+ person in New York State, is treated with dignity and respect, and celebrated for being their authentic selves.
After 5 years of history-making organizational successes and growth, NPA is seeking an inspirational, innovative, and human-centered leader to serve as its next Executive Director. This leader will build upon NPA’s five-year legacy of advocacy, education, and empowering LGBTQIA+ voices. With a strong foundation and a secure financial position, this is a unique opportunity for a motivated professional to guide the organization into its next chapter.
The Executive Director will be tasked with advancing NPA’s bold vision, ensuring its continued prominence as a leading voice in the LGBTQIA+ movement. This role will involve shaping and implementing strategies to expand NPA’s impact through transformative programs and policies addressing the critical challenges of health, equity, and gender identity within the LGBTQIA+ community.
This position is ideal for a leader with a deep commitment to racial equity and justice, coupled with a passion for nurturing talent and fostering personal growth. The ideal candidate will possess proven leadership skills, a dedication to empowering a diverse team, and the ability to align individual expertise with organizational goals, creating a collaborative environment where everyone can thrive. Most importantly, the next Executive Director will be guided by an anti-racist and justice-centered approach, inspiring them to serve as a powerful voice for equity-based strategies to end discrimination against LGBTQIA+ communities.
Responsibilities for this role include, but are not limited to:
• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement NPA’s next strategic plan, ensuring alignment with its mission, values, and long-term goals.
• Financial Oversight: Oversee the NPA’s financial health, including budgeting, forecasting, and ensuring compliance with financial policies and regulations. Provide regular financial reports to the board and stakeholders.
• Fundraising and Development: Lead fundraising efforts by cultivating relationships with donors, foundations, other partners, and all levels of local, state, and national government. Identify and secure new funding opportunities to support the NPA’s continued sustainability and growth.
• Advocacy and Government Relations: Serve as the key liaison with elected officials, particularly New York State legislators, policymakers, and government agencies, to drive the NPA’s policy objectives and effectively advocate for community priorities.
• Team Management and Development: Inspire, mentor, and empower staff by fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment. Ensure team members are aligned with organizational objectives and supported in their professional development.
• Board Engagement: Collaborate with the Board of Directors, providing them with regular updates on organizational performance, challenges, and opportunities. Support effective board governance, development, and engagement.
• Community and Stakeholder Engagement: Represent NPA in public forums, media engagements, and with community partners to amplify its mission and build strategic alliances.
• Program Oversight: Ensure the successful implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of programs and services that align with NPA’s mission.
• Operational Management: Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and alignment with NPA’s goals and policies.
• Equity and Inclusion: Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion within the NPA’s culture, policies, and practices.
Candidate Profile
The Executive Director will embody courageous and authentic leadership, driven by a deep and demonstrated commitment to racial and social justice. They will foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organizational culture, while inspiring transparency and accountability among the team. A seasoned and collaborative leader, the ED will balance openness with decisiveness, ensuring clarity and confidence in every decision. They will bring their whole, authentic self to work and cultivate a space where others feel empowered to do the same, actively shaping an empowering and transformative organizational culture.
The ED will also bring a nuanced understanding of LGBTQIA+ issues, particularly those impacting transgender, gender non-conforming, and non-binary communities. NPA operates on the principle that the strength of the LGBTQIA+ community lies in its diversity and interconnectedness, underscoring the importance of focusing on and elevating the issues impacting the trans community. Trans individuals, particularly trans people of color, face disproportionate challenges, including violence, discrimination, and significant barriers to healthcare and economic opportunities. Accordingly, NPA seeks an ED who will cultivate a collective sense of responsibility within the broader queer community, ensuring that trans voices are not only heard but also prioritized in advocacy efforts. The ED will champion trans rights and work to amplify both the struggles and achievements of the trans community, reinforcing the unity and resilience of the LGBTQIA+ community as a whole.
With a proven record of operational excellence, the Executive Director will demonstrate financial acumen and strategic management expertise. They will lead with a sharp focus on budgeting, financial planning, and reporting while ensuring robust processes and diverse revenue streams are in place to sustain and expand NPA’s mission.
If you are ready to take on this transformative role, you will:
• Be a Bold and Authentic Voice: Represent the organization with confidence and clarity across all settings, navigating complex societal issues with an unwavering commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, access, and justice.
• Lead with Fundraising Excellence: Harness your fundraising expertise to inspire community members, donors, and external partners, bolstering the organization’s impact, reputation, and financial sustainability.
• Be a Skilled Storyteller: Leverage your media savvy to amplify NPA’s mission across multiple platforms, from on-camera appearances and interviews to social media and compelling written narratives.
• Innovate Through Digital Leadership: Use your expertise in digital engagement to expand NPA’s reach, delivering programs and fostering connections to support programs that empower LGBTQIA+ communities like never before.
• Craft a Bold Vision: Collaborate with the Board of Directors to shape and champion an ambitious organizational vision, inspiring others to support and advocate for NPA’s mission.
• Inspire and Empower Your Team: Lead with compassion and confidence, guiding a team of dedicated professionals to deliver high-impact programs, policy work, and fundraising efforts while fostering a culture of growth and accountability.
• Be a Policy Advocate: Use your deep understanding of legislative processes and advocacy to drive meaningful policy changes that uplift and protect LGBTQIA+ individuals.
In addition, you should bring the following attributes and competencies as NPA’s next leader:
Driven to Lead with Purpose and Pride
You have a deep and personal connection to NEW Pride Agenda’s mission to advance the economic, health, racial, and gender identity justice needs of marginalized LGBTQIA+ individuals across New York State. You don’t just understand the systemic issues affecting the LGBTQIA+ community—you are committed to being part of the solution. You embody the values of authenticity, empowerment, innovation, resilience and community in everything you do, living them authentically and inspiring others to follow your lead.
With a strong commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, you champion anti-racist and justice-centered practices within and beyond the organization. You’re deeply attuned to dismantling inequities rooted in systemic injustice and White cis-dominant practices, leading with empathy, compassion, and respect for diverse cultural values and lived experiences.
Vision, Strategy and Impact
You’re a forward-thinking leader who can align diverse stakeholders to develop and implement a bold, unifying vision for NPA’s next chapter. Partnering closely with staff and the Board of Directors, you ensure the organization thrives with a culture and infrastructure that supports sustainable growth. Your strategic mindset enables you to identify critical priorities, build shared understanding, and craft innovative plans for advocacy, programs, and fundraising.
You bring fresh ideas to engage the Board of Directors and empower them as active contributors, particularly in fundraising and advocacy efforts. Your ability to think big and execute actionable strategies positions NPA for long-term success.
Connecting Communities, Amplifying Voices
You excel at building authentic, meaningful relationships and are a natural connector who uplifts and amplifies the voices of others, particularly LGBTQIA+ individuals with lived experience and expertise. Your exceptional communication skills enable you to connect across a wide spectrum of stakeholders—from elected officials and policymakers to grassroots community members and organizational partners.
As an engaged listener, you value transparent, open communication and foster trust at all levels of the organization. With political acumen and humility, you navigate complex conversations and adapt seamlessly to different audiences, whether rallying funders, collaborating with government agencies, or advocating for policy changes. Your network and understanding of federal, state, and local systems make you a powerful force for advancing LGBTQIA+ rights.
Fundraising to Inspire Support and Secure the Future
You are an inspiring storyteller who can articulate NPA’s unique history and role in the LGBTQIA+ rights movement to potential supporters. A proven fundraiser, you actively seek out opportunities to diversify revenue streams, engage individual donors, and build relationships with sponsors, foundations, and state and federal agencies. Working collaboratively with the Board, you strengthen financial sustainability and ensure NPA’s work continues to thrive.
Through your fundraising expertise, you enhance NPA’s visibility and reputation as a leading voice in the LGBTQIA+ rights movement. By cultivating strategic partnerships and leveraging opportunities to amplify the organization’s impact, you position NPA as a trusted and influential advocate. Your ability to connect fundraising efforts with NPA’s mission not only drives financial growth but also fosters deeper community engagement and support. By aligning storytelling with data-driven outcomes, you ensure donors see the tangible impact of their contributions, inspiring long-term investment in the organization’s vision.
Empowering Teams, Driving Success
You are a compassionate, inclusive leader who prioritizes equity and social justice within the workplace. Your human-centered approach fosters a warm, empowering environment for staff, creating a culture where individuals can bring their authentic selves to work.
You believe in collaboration and continuous learning, ensuring that team members feel supported while holding yourself and others accountable. You have a strong track record of attracting, developing, and retaining talented individuals with diverse skills and experiences, cultivating an inclusive workplace that offers growth opportunities for everyone.
Catalyst for Change and Growth
You thrive in times of transformation and are energized by the opportunity to lead NPA into its next chapter. You understand the power and potential of NPA as a leader in the LGBTQIA+ movement, and you bring innovative ideas to harmonize and strengthen processes, practices, and priorities.
As a bridge-builder, you unite diverse teams and stakeholders around a shared vision. You embrace change, listen to feedback, and empower others to accomplish strategic goals, all while preserving NPA’s reputation as a bold and leading voice in LGBTQIA+ advocacy.
Above all, you are an agent of change, ready to help NPA realize its vision for the future and continue to lead the movement for LGBTQIA+ justice, both locally and nationally.
COMPENSATION, BENEFITS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
The salary range for this position is $140,000, to $155,000.
Through the Fund for the CityName of New York (FCNY), NEW Pride Agenda offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees' health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. This includes a selection of four national medical plans, dental and vision coverage, and flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses. Staff can also take advantage of retirement plans with an exceptional employer match, commuter benefits, and group term life insurance. Additional resources include an Employee Assistance Program providing counseling and financial planning services, access to emergency child and elder care through Bright Horizons, legal services, and both short-term and long-term disability insurance. FCNY also supports families with a childcare leave policy offering up to 20 days of leave.
NPA’s full-time staff have a hybrid work schedule. Staff are in the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays and have the flexibility to work from home on Mondays and Fridays.
NPA’s Executive Director is expected to spend about 20-25% of their time traveling, with a significant portion happening from January to June. The travel is primarily focused on building relationships across the state, including in metro areas like Albany, Buffalo, Rochester, and the Long Island region.
About NEW Pride Agenda
Founded in 2019 by a coalition of established and emerging leaders, the NEW Pride Agenda (NPA) was created with a resolute mission: to champion education and advocacy for the most underserved members of the LGBTQIA+ community, including Black and Brown Transgender, Gender Non-Conforming, and Non-Binary (TGNCNB) individuals.
NPA is committed to advancing justice across economic, health, racial, and gender identity dimensions for marginalized LGBTQIA+ individuals in New York State. Grounded in the belief that LGBTQIA+ rights are fundamental civil rights, the organization addresses critical issues impacting daily life, including housing, employment, and healthcare.
Learn more about NEW Pride Agenda’s transformative work at .
Lecturer - United States History
College: College of Humanities, Social Sciences, and The Arts - 321 College
Dept/School: History - 32231
Vacancy Number: 16F-668
Position Number: 6042
Location of Workplace: Main UNCW Campus
Brief Summary of Work for this Position:
The Department of History at the University of North Carolina Wilmington invites applicants for a full-time Lecturer position in United States History. The position will begin August 2025, with the opportunity for renewal based on satisfactory annual performance evaluation.
The successful candidate will teach U.S. surveys, one additional field of survey, and at least one upper-level and/or graduate course per year in their field of expertise. The area of specialization and time period is open, with preference given to candidates with experience in and/or preparation to teach the history of women, gender, and sexuality.
Teaching is the primary focus of this position, and the faculty member will be responsible for teaching courses in different modalities. The course load for this position is 4/4.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
• PhD in History or American Studies. NOTE: Applicants who are ABD may be considered if the doctoral degree is conferred by August 1, 2025 to be eligible for employment
• Experience teaching at the college level
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
• Experience in and/or preparation to teach the history of women, gender, and sexuality
• Experience teaching online
Required Certifications or Licensure:
N/A
Primary Function of Organizational Unit:
UNCW is a comprehensive university enrolling over 18,000 students situated in the historic city of Wilmington, a port city between the Cape Fear River and the Atlantic Ocean. Its colonial, antebellum, Civil War, new south, civil rights, World War II and postwar histories, marginalized communities, resources, and institutions make it an engaging environment in which to teach African American history.
The Department of History, which offers degrees at the B.A. and M.A. levels, shares the university's commitment to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service. A constituent of the College of Humanities, Social Sciences, and the Arts, the department supports the university's mission to ground all of its students in the humanities by providing a quality education taught by a student-centered faculty who consider their scholarship, research, and service to be essential to effective teaching. It seeks to foster a tradition of high-quality research productivity, community and global engagement, diversity and inclusion, and pedagogical innovation. The department's public history program has a strong relationship with the many museums and historic sites in the region, which provide extensive opportunities for both students and faculty.
College/School Information:
The College of Humanities, Social Sciences, and the Arts (CHSSA) is home to 14 academic departments and offers a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs including the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Music, Master of Arts, Master of Fine Arts, and Master of Public Administration as well as combined bachelor's/master's degree programs in Spanish and English. The CHSSA also houses the Gender Studies and Research Center, an interdisciplinary and intersectional community of students, scholars, and advocates committed to social justice and equity.
In addition, the CHSSA offers a full complement of minors including interdisciplinary minors such as Africana studies, American studies, Asian studies, classical studies, European studies, forensic science, journalism, Latin American studies, medical humanities, Middle East and Islamic studies, Native American studies, and women and gender studies. Undergraduate certificates for professional writing and publishing, as well as a number of post-baccalaureate certificates such as conflict management and resolution, emergency and disaster management, forensic science, science and medical writing, women's, gender, and sexuality studies, and Hispanic studies are a part of the college's offerings.
The CHSSA contributes significantly to the curriculum that comprises UNCW's University Studies Program, through which all undergraduates gain a foundation in the liberal arts and develop the transferable skills essential for life in the twenty-first century. The CHSSA strives in its undergraduate programs and in its University Study offerings to nurture creative thinking, intellectual curiosity, diversity and inclusion, and academic integrity in students while providing them with a solid foundation of knowledge in their chosen fields. Graduate programs in the CHSSA are designed to develop intellectual competence and to prepare the student for careers in business, industry, government, teaching or for further study at the doctoral level.Applied learning is a hallmark of the student experience in the College of Humanities, Social Sciences, and the Arts. Each of the CHSSA's departments requires an applied learning experience as a part of the curriculum for its undergraduate majors. Examples include faculty-directed research, internships, service learning, and capstone courses and projects, all of which challenge students to integrate various strands of knowledge and to apply that knowledge to broader, real-world or real disciplinary situations.
Upon completion of their studies, all CHSSA students will have the necessary preparation for rewarding careers, advanced study, effective citizenship, and meaningful lives. The College of Humanities, Social Science, and the Arts offers limitless opportunities to engage in collaborative and interdisciplinary research and service while also making a positive societal impact. Come and join our vibrant academic environment that values discovery, innovation, and creativity.
University Information:
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives.
A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering.
The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of "Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity" institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.
Eligibility for Employment:
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Number of Openings: Single Incumbent
Special Notes to Applicants:
Prior to the official appointment to the university, the candidate(s) selected for hire must be able to demonstrate eligibility to teach assigned courses by successfully meeting the credentialing requirements based on official transcripts and other documentation as required.
Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM EST on February 17, 2025, the posting closing date. To apply, please complete the online application below and attach the following materials as an Adobe PDF document including:
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application that includes a 1-3 page statement describing research interests and teaching experience and interests addressed to Search Committee Chair
• Curriculum Vitae
• Combined Unofficial Graduate Transcripts
• Writing Sample
• Teaching Evaluation(s)
• 3 Professional References**if ABD, one of the references must be Dissertation Chair
• Other: If needed, applicants may upload additional materials under "Other"
LETTERS of RECOMMENDATION: 3 Professional Letter of Recommendation are required. Submit contact information via the Reference Check section of this application. All reference check emails will be sent to the contacts provided once your application is submitted. **if ABD, one of the references must be Dissertation Chair.
Note: All requested components must be submitted in order to meet the application requirements.
Preliminary interviews will be conducted via Zoom.
For questions regarding the search, contact search committee chair, Dr. Jennifer Le Zotte, at ; for questions about the online application process, contact Meaghan Wright at % .
Under North Carolina law, applications and related materials are confidential personnel documents and not subject to public release.
Position Type: Permanent
Job Posting Date: 01/16/2025
Job Close Date: 2/17/2025
At the University of North Carolina at Wilmington (UNCW), our culture reflects our values of inclusion, diversity, globalization, ethics and integrity and innovation and we are committed to providing equality of educational and employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs. UNCW believes that embracing the unique contributions of our faculty, staff and students is critical to our success and paramount in being recognized for our global mindset.