We are hiring!

Do you like working with kids and making a difference in the community? Swift Youth Foundation is a local nonprofit organization that provides free after school programming for youth in need. We are looking to grow our team! Learn about current open position(s) and how to apply below.

Executive Director

Disclaimer: Position Description is not meant to encompass all aspects of position; other duties may be required.
 
Position Summary
The Executive Director builds on the years of success of Swift Youth Foundation by growing and expanding the organization’s vision and achieving its goals for continued financial stability and community outreach and engagement; serves as the chief spokesperson to all constituencies and directs the day to day activities of the organization, effectively achieving the mission of Swift Youth Foundation and the goals and objectives established by the Board of Directors.
 
Core Competencies
- Leadership: Creates and enacts a clear vision, inspires respect and trust, gains commitment, and mobilizes others to fulfill the vision.
- Strategic Thinking: Develops strategies to achieve goals, wins support for ideas, builds, monitors and
evaluates programs.
- Achieves Results: Execution, energy, results driven and action oriented.
- Relationship Building: Establishes collaborative relationships to achieve objectives, builds consensus through give and take, candid, sincere, open, clear, develops professional network of volunteers and contacts.
- Planning & Organization: Prioritizes, plans work effectively, integrates changes smoothly, performs
problem analysis and recommends solutions.
- Child/Volunteer Focused: Seeks to exceed children/volunteer expectations and represent Swift Youth
Foundation well while doing so.
- Works/Leads with Integrity and Professionalism: Lives Swift Youth Foundation’s values, is a positive influence, questions status quo, takes initiative and embraces change.
- Management: Guides and develops staff to achieve not only Swift’s goals, but also their professional goals.
 
Knowledge & Abilities
- Excellent written and oral communication skills. Exceptional presentation skills and experience in facilitating, moderating, and teaching children and adults.
- Working knowledge of Human Resources practices as they relate to non-profit management.
- Excellent organizational, project management and problem solving skills.
- Demonstrated consultation, collaboration, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to lead, influence and negotiate.
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.
 
Duties & Responsibilities
Vision, Mission, & Strategies
- Develops with the Board a shared vision for the organization
- Develops goals and strategies to advance the organization’s mission
- Creates with the board an effective process for strategic planning
- Provides organizational continuity for the board, staff, volunteers and public
 
Board Partnership
- Participates in all board meetings
- Serves as staff liaison for Governance Committee and other committees, as appropriate - Supports the board in identification and formulation of policy
- Implements policies established by the board
- Reports regularly to the board progress towards organizational objectives, annual goals, financial status of the organization, nonprofit trends, and other issues of concern to the board
 
Operations Management
- Establishes personnel policies and procedures for effective operation in accordance with board policies
and the mission of Swift Youth Foundation.
- Ensures that there are appropriate systems to facilitate the day to day operations of the organization
- Ensures that a sound risk management program is in place
- Leads staff and volunteers in managing and administering the programs and services
- Selects, cultivates and supervises qualified volunteers and staff.
- Creates performance review systems for staff by working with the Board HR Liaison
- Provides day to day guidance, coaching and support to volunteers and staff in collaborative, team oriented environment
- Provides staff with opportunities for professional development
 
Fundraising & Resource Development
- Maintains the highest standards of integrity and accuracy in Swift Youth Foundation’s fundraising
practices
- Develops and implements appropriate development strategies and programs that meet the goals
established for the organization
- Cultivates donors to secure adequate income and strong personal commitments from those who have
an interest in the organization
- Actively participates in Swift Youth Foundation fundraising activities
-Coaches and works with Development Director to expand Swift fundraising capacity
 
Fiscal Management
- Assists in the preparation of the annual budget and revenue projections for board approval
- Ensures that a clear and accurate accounting system is maintained, allowing the board to monitor Swift Youth Foundation’s finances and operations in relationship to the approved budget and make informed financial decisions
- Ensures that the Swift Youth Foundation activities are consistent with the tax exempt status of the
organization.
- Approves and directs purchases and expenditures within the limits of the board approved budget
 
Marketing
- Establishes and implements strategy for branding and marketing.
- Identifies opportunities to create and foster communities, both online and offline, to further connect and engage Swift Youth Foundation kids, parents, counselors, volunteers, sponsors, alumni, etc. in deep, mutually beneficial relationships with each other and the organization.
- Partners with the board to integrate the organization’s digital marketing strategy with goals for digital public relations, internal communications, media relations, crisis communications, issues management and public service advertising.
 
Communications & Community Involvement
- Serves as an official spokesperson for Swift Youth Foundation creating awareness campaigns as
needed
- Develops and maintains stakeholder relationships with children and their families, as well as volunteers, donors, community partners, and other supporters
- Develops network of contacts to enhance Swift Youth Foundation’s ability to achieve its mission
- Keeps Swift Youth Foundation constituencies informed on activities and developments
-Works with staff to determine appropriate amount of effort to be dedicated to marketing
 
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Education, Business, Human Resources, or related field
preferred
- Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in nonprofit or public agency management required, with a minimum of 5 years of experience managing volunteer programs preferred
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, Salesforce database management, QuickBooks and presentation software required
 
Salary Range & Working Conditions
- Salary range of $70,000-$80,000 depending on experience
- Potential bonuses subject to board approval
- Work in an office environment
- Some travel required
- Requires work outside a traditional Monday-Friday work week, and outside normal business hours

To apply email hr@swiftyouth.org with a cover letter, resume, and three references.

Swift Youth Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. 

Program and outreach coordinator

Position Summary:
The Program and Outreach Coordinator is responsible for the planning and implementation of our youth and teen programming. The position also includes outreach and coordination with volunteers to assist at Swift programs. 

Job Duties:               

• Assist in the development and implementation of youth and teen programming
• Prepare the supplies necessary for after school programming
• Cultivate appropriate relationships with participants, partners, and volunteers to meet programs and participant needs
• Communicate and coordinate with volunteers to support Swift programs
• Collect and input data on participation
• Coordinate with Swift Staff to ensure program quality
• Create an inclusive, active, and positive environment for participants and volunteers to enjoy at Swift programs
• Maintain a safe environment for participants, volunteers, and staff at all times
• Assist in office tasks like sorting donations, organizing supplies, and maintaining a professional workspace 

Required Skills and Experience:

• Passion for mentoring youth in the community
• Prior experience working with children is preferred
• Must be patient, caring, flexible, and able to interact with all types of people
• Knowledge of computer software programs like Microsoft Office Suite, Salesforce, and Google Drive is preferred
• CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Reliable transportation with ability to transport program supplies to and from program sites
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred
• Due to insurance requirements, potential candidates must be over 18 years old and able to pass a background check 

Compensation and How to Apply?
Compensation range for this position is $29,000-$34,000 per year based on skills and experience.
 
To apply email Mike@swiftyouth.org with a cover letter and resume.

Swift Youth Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.