Opportunities For A Better Tomorrow is always looking for talented individuals to join the OBT family at our Sunset Park and Bushwick locations.
Open Positions - July 2010
Director – Public Relations & Strategic Partnerships (Agency-wide)
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director of Public Relations & Strategic Partnerships will be responsible for leading OBT’s overall marketing, communications, government relations, and recruitment activities. In addition, this position will oversee the organization’s efforts to develop and cultivate strategic partnerships with other CBO’s and relevant entities.
Specific Responsibilities:
• Develop and oversee all external communications including flyers& brochures, Lines of Opportunity newsletter, Windows of Opportunity e-newsletter, Website, Press Releases, and contact database
• Maintain the integrity of OBT’s branded image and ensure all agency staff adhere to OBT’s style and image guidelines
•Coordinate government relations activities including cultivating relationships with various elected officials
• Draft and deliver OBT testimony on youth and workforce development policy as required
• Manage external collaborative partnerships with CBO’s and other relevant strategic partners; represent OBT externally as appropriate
• Coordinate and manage OBT events, including fundraisers and cultivation events
• Coordinate OBT’s participation in community-wide activities and events; supervise two Recruitment and Outreach Specialists
• Assist with new project research and design; provide support for implementation of new programs and initiatives
• Manage OBT’s participation in Speed Networking & Service Leaning activities
• As needed, represent the Executive Director at various funder and employer meetings, on various professional coalitions, and at relevant conferences and events
• Serve as part of the overall senior leadership team for the agency; provide advice and counsel to the Executive Director on a range of matters as needed
Desired Qualifications:
• Prior Marketing and/or Communications experience, preferably in a non-profit setting
• Bachelors degree required – Masters preferred
• Excellent writing and computer skills
• Bilingual English-Spanish desirable but not essential
• Ability to work independently and function with a high tolerance for ambiguity
• Knowledge of NYC workforce development or youth development systems helpful
If interested, please send resume & cover letter including salary requirements to Randy Peers at rpeers@obtjobs.org or by fax 718-369-1518. Include Director – Public Relations & Strategic Partnerships in the subject line.
Coordinator – College Access (Agency-wide)
Provide college access support to all youth program participants. Assist with researching college options and in completing financial aid applications. Responsible for coordinating the agency-wide college fair. Design and present a college preparation course including advanced writing workshops for youth. Bachelors degree in writing or education required – Masters preferred. Experience working in a college setting highly desirable.
If interested, please send resume & cover letter to Randy Peers at rpeers@obtjobs.org or by fax 718-369-1518. Include Coordinator - College Access in the subject line.
Employment/Internship Coordinator Position -Young Adult Internship Program (YAIP) - Bushwick
Employment/Internship Coordinator - Responsible for the development of both internship and employment opportunities for youth enrolled in the YAIP program. Responsible for post-placement follow-up and retention activities. Prior experience working with a youth population and in job development highly desired.
If interested, please send resume & cover letter to Kim Robinson at krobinson@obtjobs.org or by fax 718-387-5005. Include Employment/Internship Coordinator in the subject line.
Vocational Counselor – (Bushwick Workforce Resource Center - BWRC)
Provide comprehensive assessments with applicants designed to evaluate work history, education, job skills, personal qualifications, support service needs and vocational interests. Complete individualized vocational plans and provide referrals to social services, educational and vocational training programs, and job opportunities. Follow up with clients to ensure successful implementation of the vocational plan. Assist with developing and maintaining partnerships with other community based organizations. Four years relevant work experience required. Proficient in computer systems required. Previous workforce development or social services experience, and experience working with hard-to-serve populations is strongly preferred. Bilingual English-Spanish highly desirable.
If interested, please send resume & cover letter to Roman Woodson at rwoodson@obtjobs.org or by fax 718-381-3220. Vocational Counselor in the subject line.
(last updated June 2010)
