Community Outreach and Employment Manager

Community Outreach and Employment Manager

AARP - 4.2

Grand Rapids, MI Job Details Full-time From $66,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Pension plan Parental leave Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Vendor relationship building Presentation software Writing skills Research Administrative experience High school diploma or GED Decision making Data entry Presentation creation Technical troubleshooting support

Technical Proficiency Full Job Description Overview:

AARP Foundation is the nation's leading organization serving the 39 million older adults living in poverty or one life event away from slipping into it. Our mission is to strengthen financial resilience for and with older adults by empowering individuals and improving systems. We do this by creating pathways to quality employment, removing barriers to benefits, and promoting equitable access to essential goods and services. To learn more, visit aarpfoundation.org or follow @AARPFoundation on social media. The Community Outreach and Employment Manager supervises 4-8 office staff in the administration of the program that serves an average of 100 participants daily and 180 participants annually, within a defined geographical region. Ensures interactions with program participants are non-discriminatory and in accordance with employment law and

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Foundation and program policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:

Plans, organizes, and implements assigned projects in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. Establishes a presence for the organization in targeted communities by engaging multicultural audiences, developing community partnerships, building volunteer capacity, and designing and executing engaging community programs and events. Develops and manages relationships with third-party contacts including program participants, vendors, program partners, and others. Aligns volunteer and partner interests with organizational priorities, supports volunteer/partner needs, and designs opportunities to maximize volunteer engagement in pursuit of the organization's goals. Collaborates on administration of volunteer programs or volunteer strategy. Participates in recruiting, managing, and training volunteers when necessary. Uses and analyzes data (program, financial, research, etc.) to recommend program and process improvements and monitor impact. Prepares data and reports to various stakeholders. Executes on business/program operations tasks as necessary for the business unit including research, report writing, and/or creating presentations. Contributes to tracking and reporting of strategic plan strategies and action plans. Assists in developing and implementing new solutions. Assists with the management of program budgets and assets.

Qualifications:

High School diploma / GED equivalent required. Minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible management experience, including 1 year supervision of staff and 2 years of budget management; or an equivalent combination of training and experience related to the duties of the position. Experience working in an environment with complex administrative or regulatory procedures. Proficiency in creating PowerPoint presentations, entering data, pulling reports from databases, and using contemporary software packages. Also, ability to perform basic to intermediate level computer/technical troubleshooting. Must be willing to travel within the assigned geographical area. AARP will not sponsor an employment visa for this position at this time. Additional Requirements Regular and reliable job attendance Effective verbal and written communication skills Exhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships Independent judgement in evaluation options to make sound decisions In office/open office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate noise Compensation and Benefits AARP offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including a 401(k); 100% company-funded pension plan; health, dental, and vision plans; life insurance; paid time off to include company and individual holidays, vacation, sick, caregiving, and parental leave; performance-based and peer-based recognition and tuition reimbursement. Equal Employment Opportunity AARP is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. AARP does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.