United Way of Lee County is looking to find a strong community advocate to lead the initiatives and social service programs our area. Our umbrella of services encompasses 20 local organizations and programs in the Lee County area with impact target areas of Health, Crisis, Education and Strengthening Families and the Community. Successful candidates must excel in multi-tasking and enjoy working with diverse populations of the community. Must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Initiatives and Programs:

• Serve as the liaison between the United Way of Lee County and funded partner agencies. This includes but is not limited to:

o Maintaining frequent communication and providing timely updates

o Evaluating agency needs and providing resources, connections, and training as necessary

• Will be cross-trained on 2-1-1 to assist with phone calls as needed

• Manage and execute all service based grants. Ensure all standards, budgets, and reporting are maintained.

• Administer in-house direct assistance (Last Resort, Dolly Parton Imagination Library, Community Fund, Student Health Fund, Etc.)

• Coordinate and oversee the annual fund distribution process with partnering agencies, Board of Directors, and volunteers to meet our targeted impact areas of Health, Crisis, Education, and Strengthening Families and Community.

• Serve as the staff representative on the Community Impact Committee of the Board of Directors.

Disaster Related Activities:

• In conjunction with the Executive Director and 211 Coordinator actively participate in Lee County VOAD and EMA disaster preparedness trainings

• Support the community during times of disaster by managing the Volunteer Reception Center at the discretion of the Executive Director and Lee County EMA Director.

Perform other duties as assigned. Normal workday is 8am-4pm, Monday-Friday. Occasionally duties may occur outside of typical hours.

Qualifications:

1. Educational: BA/BS degree in a related field preferred; prior professional experience may substitute for minimum educational requirements.

2. Experience: 2 years of related professional experience

3. Personal: Ability to understand and effectively carry out oral and written directions. Pleasant personality, professional personal appearance with attention to neatness and grooming. Must exhibit planning, goal setting and organizational skills. Self-motivated. Good verbal skills and ability to relate to others. Team-player attitude. Must be able to speak clearly and effectively in front of both large and small groups. Attention to professional ethics and standards, sense of loyalty and commitment to the organization’s mission, personal codes of honesty and trust, flexibility and ability to accept and handle changes, and be efficient and effective with people and paperwork. Attention to detail and neatness in work.

4. Employee must be bondable for insurance purposes.

Physical Requirements/ADA:

• No unusual physical requirements. This position requires no heavy lifting, and most work is performed in a comfortable indoor facility.

• This position will be required to assist with set-up and break-down of event promotions, be onsite for some, if not all events

• There will be routine deadlines usually with sufficient lead time. The variance in work volume is seasonal and predictable; priorities can be anticipated.

• Job frequently requires sitting, reaching, talking, hearing, handling objects with hands. It occasionally requires standing, walking, and lifting up to 20 pounds.

• Must have the ability to see information in print and/or electronically.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $38,081.97 - $45,862.16 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Opelika, AL 36801: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person