Director of Programming Job Opening at Stonewall Youth

JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Director of Programming    
Open Until: Friday, October 25th 2013 at 10pm
Salary:  $18/hour at 30 hours per week
Organization:  Stonewall Youth    
Phone Number: (360) 705-2738
Posted:  October 1st
Desired Start Date: December 2nd 2013 (flexible)
Address: P.O. Box 7383 Olympia, WA 98507
Email: info@stonewallyouth.org
Benefits: Health Insurance (partial)

Organization Description:  Stonewall Youth is an organization of youth, activists, and allies that empowers lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer, questioning, intersex, and asexual (LGBTQQIA) youth to speak for themselves, educate their communities, and support each other. Stonewall Youth envisions a community in which all queer, gender variant, and gender non-conforming youth have a full spectrum of choices regarding their bodies, self-expression, relationships, and legal rights.  Our staff operates collectively and is dedicated to nonhierarchical leadership. More information about Stonewall Youth is available at www.stonewallyouth.org.
Position Overview: Develop, coordinate, and maintain youth centered programming at Stonewall Youth that connects and is accountable to Stonewall Youth's mission, vision and values, with support from the Staff Collective and Board of Directors.

Program Development & Coordination:

• Responsible for the continued implementation, organization, and coordination, and evaluation of the programs at Stonewall Youth.  These programs may include: Support Group, Organizational Retreat, Drop In Hours, The Drag Show Extravaganza, fieldtrips, dances, guest speakers, etc (these programs may change);
• Support the Speakers' Bureau Coordinator(s) in their work with the Speakers' Bureau Program;
• Support the Queer Rock Camp Collective (www.queerrockcamp.org) in their work with Stonewall Youth;
• Evaluate programs regularly to make sure they are fitting the needs of youth, staff, board and volunteers;
• Work with Executive Director to secure adequate funding for programs; and
• Create and maintain budgets for individual programs.

Volunteer Coordination

• Recruit competent and fantastic volunteers;
• Connect potential volunteers with appropriate jobs;
• Plan and implement regular training opportunities for new and continuing volunteers;
• Periodically review and maintain volunteer job descriptions;
• Maintain and update clear volunteer policy and code of conduct policies; and
• Perform background checks for all new volunteers.

Intern Coordination

• Recruit competent and fantastic interns;
• Work with students from various colleges to find internships that fit their specific learning goals and interests; and
• Evaluate interns' work based on the specific policy of the college they attend.

Outreach

• Update and distribute outreach materials;
• Network with community organizations, schools and businesses; and
• Perform outreach to youth to create buy in for current programs.

Advocacy and Direct Service

• Be a positive presence at youth events and programs;
• Weekly facilitation of Support Groups and Drop In Hours;
• Continued education and training around youth advocacy;
• Successfully refer youth to relevant community resources and opportunities;
• Consistent availability for youth meetings and advocacy; and
• Approach direct service work within a social justice framework.

Collective Duties

• Create and submit timely board reports monthly;
• Maintain workspace;
• Accurately record hours on official timesheets;
• Attend regular collective meetings;
• Participate in fundraisers and events; and
• Engage in Board work via committee membership.

Required Qualifications: (successful candidate must be able to demonstrate in order to be considered for this position).

• Background in social justice analysis and anti-oppression work with an understanding of intersectionality;
• Framework around youth empowerment and adultism;
• Awareness of community issues as they relate to queer youth;
• Ability to work as a team member and leader;
• Enthusiasm and experience with the responsibilities listed above and a willingness to learn new information and develop new knowledge, skills and abilities;
• Proficient in computer and social media skills - to include Microsoft Office, Google "Suite" (docs, calendars, gmail, facebook);
• Ability to communicate clearly in written and verbal form;
• Confidence in meeting deadlines;
• Maintains confidentiality with personal and private information;
• Provide own transportation;
• Experience with, and commitment to, queer liberation;
• Serve as a positive representative of Stonewall Youth in all public and professional settings; and

Desired Qualifications: (successful candidate will demonstrate, or show a willingness to learn desired knowledge, skills and abilities).

• Familiarity with local and regional community resources that serve youth;
• Experience with nonhierarchical organizing structures;
• Experience with youth advocacy in institutions and organizations;
• Familiarity and experience with Youth Leadership and Youth Adult Partnership frameworks;
• Experience planning successful large-scale events and programs;
• Ability to design and facilitate relevant trainings for volunteers and interns;
• Enthusiasm for outreach via social media; and
• Enthusiasm for collaborating with allied organizations.

Special Considerations:
Background Check: Director of Programming will be required to have a valid Washington State driver's license or ID and agree to a criminal history background check. Only certain convictions prevent employees from working with youth including homicide, bodily harm, certain sex offenses, and abuse of a child. If you have questions about criminal background checks please contact Stonewall Youth Staff.
Physical Labor: There is the possibility of light lifting and other manual work for the purpose of event and activities set-up and take down. Our office space and building are ADA compliant. More information on the physical requirements of this position can be obtained from the Stonewall Youth staff (see con tact information above).

Stonewall Youth is an equal opportunity employer working towards representing the community we serve and building a diverse work environment. People of color, young folks, people with disabilities and people of diverse gender expressions and identities are strongly encouraged to apply.

How to Apply:
Please submit a resume, cover letter, and three references by Friday, October 25th 2013 at 10pm to be considered for the position. Incomplete or late applications will NOT be considered. Resume should detail your prior work, volunteer, and education experience. The one to two page cover letter should share your story, explaining how your experience meets the above expectations and why you would be a good Director of Programming that assists Stonewall Youth in implementing our mission, vision, and values. Submit all application materials to info@stonewallyouth.org with subject line "Director of Programming Application."

Our hiring committee is made up of current staff, Board members, volunteers, and youth. Our hiring process consists of an application review starting October 26th. The first round of interviews will be held the week of November 4th. Final interviews will be held on Wednesday, November 13th or Friday, November 15th. Our desired start date is December 2nd, but we are somewhat flexible.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Stonewall Youth
http://www.stonewallyouth.org