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Job Posting Board

With the hope of matching strong, qualified candidates with exciting job opportunities in the region’s nonprofit sector, we are delighted to launch the Center for Nonprofit Leadership Job Posting Board. Browse open positions below.

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Development Associate
Mesa
Ojai, CA
2/11/25 Mar. 1, 2025
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Description:

The Development Associate is responsible for growing Mesa’s community of support and meeting Mesa’s fundraising goals through event management, appeal development, gift processing, and database management. This position works to strengthen relationships with donors, supporters, and the community, ensuring smooth and efficient operations across all fundraising activities.

Founded in 2020, Mesa is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preventing homelessness among young adults age 18-24 in Ventura County. We provide transitional housing and trauma-informed supportive services to help participants stabilize their lives, gain independence, and develop the skills necessary for long-term success. Our holistic services help them to reach their goals in health, academic achievement, vocational skills, relationship building, community engagement - and to secure permanent housing. Our mission is to cultivate possibility for young adults facing homelessness.

 

Pay range: $68,640

Development & Communications Associate
Ojai Raptor Center
Ojai
2/05/25 Mar. 1, 2025
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Description:

POSITION SUMMARY:
Ojai Raptor Center (ORC) is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Development & Communications Associate to join our team. Under the supervision of the Director of Development & Fundraising, this position will play a key role in advancing ORC’s mission by supporting fundraising, donor relations, communications, and community engagement efforts. The ideal candidate will bring organizational expertise, creativity, and professionalism to the role, along with a passion for wildlife conservation and nonprofit work.
IMPORTANT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
• Understanding of Accounting: Familiarity with basic accounting principles and financial processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suite: With particular experience in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets at a basic to intermediate level.
• Social Media Management: Experience creating and managing engaging content across platforms.
• Donor Relations Database: Familiarity with donor management systems or similar customer relationship databases.
• Willingness to Learn: Eagerness to further education in donor relations, fundraising, and grant writing.
• Detail-Oriented: Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.
• Organized: Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, communications, marketing, environmental science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 1-3 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, communications, accounting, or related areas.
• Proficiency in tools such as Canva, or similar design software.
• Proficient with QuickBooks.
• Experience and knowledge of social media.
• Proficiency with photo and video editing tools is a plus.
• Experience with Customer Relationship Management Software.Pay Range: $58,136

 
Bookkeeper
Ventura Land Trust
Ventura, CA
2/03/25 Mar. 15, 2025
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Description:

future generations. The organization strives to create a fun, inspiring and team-oriented work environment with flexible work hours. The Bookkeeper reports to the Deputy Director and is responsible for managing financial transactions, maintaining accurate records, and supporting Ventura Land Trust’s mission by ensuring financial accountability.

Please see the full job description at: https://www.venturalandtrust.org/careers
To be considered for this position, please email resume and cover letter to: careers@venturalandtrust.org with "Bookkeeper Application" in the subject line.

Outreach Associate
Ventura Land Trust
Ventura, CA
1/30/25 Mar. 3, 2025
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Description:

The Outreach Associate plays a vital role within Ventura Land Trust’s Development Team, reporting to the Outreach Coordinator. This position supports the organization’s outreach efforts by organizing and training docents and volunteers, as well as providing essential event support. Working collaboratively with VLT staff, board members, committee members, and volunteers, the Outreach Associate fosters community engagement and strengthens connections through community relations initiatives. Please see the full job description at: https://www.venturalandtrust.org/careers
To be considered for this position, please email your resume, cover letter, and a sample of produced event assets or marketing campaign to careers@venturalandtrust.org with "Outreach Associate" in the subject line.

 

Pay range: 

$20.00 - $22.00

Development Specialist
Humane Society of Ventura County
Ojai, CA
1/29/25 Mar. 1, 2025
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Description:

The Humane Society of Ventura County (HSVC) is a compassionate care shelter and nonprofit organization dedicated to the protection and adoption of animals in need throughout Ventura County. Our mission statement is, “the Humane Society of Ventura County, through shelter, adoptions, programs, and services, boldly ensures the welfare of animals and Ventura County.”

The Development Specialist is an integral member of the Development Department of the Humane Society of Ventura County and will play a central role in maintaining the CRM database (Donor Perfect) and providing high-quality reports and analyses in support of the team’s fundraising efforts. Reporting to the Development Director, this position will be responsible for maintaining the integrity of the CRM, developing reports and analyses, and fulfilling various data requests including importing and exporting data, creating mailing lists, running ad-hoc queries, and performing record audits.

In addition, this person provides general support for all development and fundraising functions, including event planning and attendance, budget tracking, board reporting, donor research, donor stewardship, in-house mailings, and file maintenance, among other activities critical to supporting a high functioning Development office.

 

Pay range: $30 to $35 per hour

Grants and Contracts Manager
New Beginnings Counseling Center (NBCC)
Santa Barbara, CA
1/21/25 Feb. 20, 2025
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Description:

New Beginnings Counseling Center (NBCC) is committed to strengthening our community. Our mission is to provide our clients with the ability to lead healthy and productive lives through our Counseling Clinic, our Life Skills Parenting and Education Program, our Safe Parking and Rapid Re-Housing Program and our Supportive Services for Veterans Families Program.

We provide mental health counseling to low-income community members and end homelessness for individuals, families, and veterans throughout Santa Barbara County. 

We are dedicated to advocating for a just and equitable world. We are all deeply affected by the recent events that are now calling upon all of us to step forward and re-commit ourselves to efforts against racism, inequality, inequity and violence.

 

Pay Range: $68,640 to $75,000 (D.O.E.)

Contact: Pam Swenson

Pam@trustedhrsolutions.net

 

(805) 448-8277

Senior Community Relations Specialist
Logix Federal Credit Union
Valencia, CA
1/13/25 Feb. 14, 2025
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Description:

Overview

The Community Relations Specialist Senior manages the credit union’s community relations efforts and mentors and trains the Community Relations Specialists I & II as hired. Identifies the strategic objectives that align with department and company goals/objectives. Builds relationships with local community members and business leaders to create partnerships. Represents the credit union as a brand ambassador, speaking in public on behalf of the organization. This role requires leadership skills, as this individual will act as chair of Logix Community Stars Foundation, supporting all aspects of the employee engagement and public outreach associated with the demands of the nonprofit. Responsible for building connections, increasing awareness, and promoting the credit union’s brand within the community. This role requires excellent communication skills, a strong understanding of community dynamics, and the ability to develop strategies to engage and build trust with various stakeholders. This role requires the skillset to manage multiple projects, identify, strategize and facilitate unique opportunities, working with all levels of the organization and leaders in the community. Also responsible for strategic plans for community relations, crisis management, media relations, and public relations. This position will be required to manage public perception, promoting goodwill, and facilitating effective communication. Performs other marketing functions within the department as assigned.

 

Responsibilities

  • Builds and maintains relationships with local officials and community organizations such as schools, nonprofits, service clubs, and chambers of commerce to build brand awareness.
  • Plans special events and celebrations in support of individual branches to help meet goals and promote brand awareness and visibility. Works with the Marketing Department to develop marketing strategies for events, branch grand openings and ongoing member acquisition strategies that support the credit union's goals.
  • Develops and implements strategic planning and evaluation of communication and marketing activities.
  • Designs, drafts and manages unique community relations campaigns.
  • Analyzes, develops, and presents creative and innovative approaches to developing communication strategies to reach and engage members and the public to increase brand awareness.
  • Reviews community relations activities and utilizes resources to provide analysis of results; these statistics will be reviewed to identify success and pitfalls to support future success of campaigns.
  • Provides lead direction to staff on community relations activities; prioritize and coordinate deliverables (fliers, branch communication, member communication, etc.) with internal and external resources; review work for accuracy and content; evaluate projects, activities and processes.
  • Working closely with departments and subject matter experts, develop and execute community relations campaigns.
  • Manages the community support functions by researching available opportunities and making recommendations for each branch market area.
  • Represents the credit union at community events and acts as a brand ambassador, evaluating and selecting appropriate communication and styles for targeted audiences, supporting the credit union’s mission, services and values.
  • Develops and modifies strategies that support department objectives and goals. Prioritizes and coordinates work assignments; reviews work for accuracy and content; evaluates projects, activities and processes.
  • Writes and supports communication plans, website copy, newsletter articles, speeches, editorial copy, presentations, press releases and general copy; acts as primary contact for media. Responsible for crafting and pitching stories to members of the press.
  • Works with web team to update relevant pages, including promotions for community relations events.
  • Reviews, coordinates, oversees, and responds to sponsorship, donation and other requests.
  • Facilitates community-driven campaigns for the credit union and the foundation.
  • Acts as key contact and manages SEG relationships; arranges onsite visits to SEGs and works with branch managers to establish and support Smarter Banking at Work relationships.
  • Serves as chair of credit union’s charitable foundation and creates events to support charities and gain public attention and increase employee participation.
  • Sits on the boards of directors or committees of key charities and/or community organizations.
  • Conducts research and stays current on local community trends, needs, and issues that might impact the credit union’s brand.
  • Develop and maintain a database of community contacts, partnerships, and collaborations.
  • Coordinate and oversee the organization's participation in community sponsorships, donations, and partnerships.
  • Prepare reports documenting community relations activities and their impact on the organization.
  • Mentors the Community Relations Specialist l & II positions as hired.
  • Required to work with internal departments and vendors to support crisis management efforts.

Education

  • Min/Preferred:
  • Education Level: 4 Year / Bachelors Degree      
  • Description: Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university

Experience

  • Minimum Years of Experience:  7
  • Preferred Years of Experience:  10
  • Comments: 7 to 10 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Ability

  • Must be available to work nights and weekends.
  • Must be work in the office three days a week, as well as in the field.
  • Must have proficiency with Word, Excel, Power Point and Microsoft Outlook. Experience with HTML and website maintenance preferred.
  • Required Knowledge & Skills:
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
  • Ability to write reports, business correspondence, press releases and general copy.
  • Ability to present information effectively to groups using a projector and PC.
  • Ability to respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
  • Experience with engaging the public through collaborative partnerships with schools, nonprofits and/or chambers of commerce.
  • Experience implementing public communication, and outreach plans and programs.
  • Experience coordinating and conducting public relations and outreach activities.
  • Experience communicating sensitive and/or complex information to community groups and organizations.
  • Experience in public speaking.
  • Experience in media and public relations.
  • Experience with Monday.com preferred.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to articulate complex ideas effectively to diverse audiences.
  • Critical thinking skills required.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with individuals from various backgrounds and cultures.
  • Proven experience in community engagement, public relations, or a related field.
  • Knowledge of community dynamics, issues, and resources.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively, managing multiple projects with competing deadlines.
  • Creative thinking and problem-solving skills to develop innovative community engagement strategies.
  • Proficiency in social media platforms and other digital communication tools.
  • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.

Disclaimer

 

Logix Federal Credit Union is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disability status, or any other status protected by law.

Pay range: $89,614.90 - USD $138,903.10 /Yr.

Fundraiser
The Greater Contribution
Thousand Oaks, CA
1/10/25 Feb. 15, 2025
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Description:

The Greater Contribution seeks a dynamic, results-driven part-time FUNDRAISER eager to secure new donors at the 10K level and above and to retain current individual donors. The individual must be a strong communicator with an innate ability to grasp what’s important to donors.

They will identify, research, and qualify prospective new donors, solicit gifts, and devise creative, compelling, and meaningful ways to engage and solicit new funding. This individual will lead the organizations fund raising efforts along with the President of this highly reputable organization working with the knowledge that your work empowers women to work their way out of poverty and transform their lives.


Job Responsibilities
• Raise funds for our cause and regularly meet or surpass fundraising targets
• Research potential donors to gain insight into needs, beliefs, and donation habits to understand how to position our organization to them
• Leverage referrals from key stakeholders to expand the pipeline of high-potential individual donors.
• Assist in brainstorming and creating new methods to raise funds for our organization
• Analyze the performance of events and other fundraising activities for effectiveness and to identify areas where donors can be identified and money can be saved
• Build upon existing donor relationships and form new donor relationships on a regular basis


Qualifications Required:
• Bachelor’s degree
• Exemplary communication abilities and outgoing, yet poised personality
• Able to work effectively with board members and volunteers
• Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail
• At least five years of fundraising experience
• Quick thinker and ability to make decisions under pressure

 

Pay range: up to $40,000

 

Contact email: karon.wright@greatercontribution.org

https://www.greatercontribution.org/job-opportunities/

Senior Human Resources Manager
Family Services Agency
123 W. Gutierrez St., Santa Barbara
1/02/25 Apr. 30, 2025
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Description:

Under the general direction of the Chief Strategy & Operations Officer, the Sr. Human Resources (HR) Manager is a seasoned professional who brings a trauma-informed and resiliency-oriented perspective to HR. The Sr. HR Manager oversees FSA’s day-to-day HR functions and is responsible for developing FSA’s employee benefits and other HR-related budgets, HR-related contract and vendor management, supporting FSA’s fundraising and marketing activities, and representing the agency in the community.

The Sr. HR Manager develops, implements, and sustains human resource and payroll-related programs, policies, and activities, and advises FSA directors, managers, and supervisors about human resources and payroll-related issues. The position ensures that local and federal regulations, as well as FSA standards, are followed in all hiring, HR, and payroll processes.

The Sr. HR Manager helps maintain positive employee relations and works to ensure employee satisfaction through ongoing education of HR policies and by fostering a positive work environment. The Sr. HR Manager is highly organized, detail oriented, personable, and approachable. The position supervises the HR team and supports the team’s professional growth. This position reports to the Chief Strategy & Operations Officer and can be located at any FSA office in Santa Barbara County.

 

Salary Range:  $89,648 and $91,728

Additional Resources & Job Boards:

 

Search Dog Foundation

United Way of Ventura County (Director)

Mesa

Casa Pacifica (Raiser's Edge Specialist)

Casa Pacifica (Special Events Manager)

Social Justice Fund for Ventura County

Humane Society of VC

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