Director, special projects job description

• Undergraduate degree with minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role (required).
• CAP or CAAP licensed or LMHC, LCSW or LMFT licensed (required).
• Must be able to pass background and drug screen prior to start date.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret journals, financial reports and legal documents. Ability to respond to inquiries from customers or members of the business community. Ability to write memos, reports, grants and articles that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to management, public groups, and/or boards of directors. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of instructions and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Extensive knowledge of substance abuse field. Microsoft Office experience and ability to adapt to Express Scripts proprietary systems. Project management experience and proven ability to meet deadlines. Strong leadership skills and the ability to effectively influence key decision-makers. Ability to lead multiple, highly visible projects simultaneously. Ability to adapt in a dynamic work environment, learn quickly, solve problems and make decisions with minimal supervision. Excellent verbal and written communication/presentation skills. Demonstrated ability to coordinate people and teams cross functionally to resolve complex issues with designated time frames. Willingness to work a flexible schedule to accommodate business and travel requirements.

Job Type: Full-time (Exempt).

Benefits: • 403(b) with company match • Medical, Dental and Vision Eligibility 1st of month after 30 days • Employer Paid Short Term Disability • Paid time off • Life insurance • Up to 10 paid holidays • Pet insurance • Assistance with certification and licensure.

Schedule : • 40-hour week / Normal Business Hours.

Cove Behavioral Health is a nonprofit organization with over 48 years of providing behavioral health treatment services to the greater Tampa Bay area. COVE will offer you opportunities that you wouldn't have with other organizations, once you become one of our team mates. Cove Behavioral Health is a HRSA approved site and you may be eligible to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. We also offer free Clinical Supervision, Tuition Reimbursement, CEU's, and many other ways to show appreciation to our teammates! COVE is a full-service provider of SA services. We are Nationally Accredited and have won numerous national and state awards for premier services. We serve all ages and take all insurances. We have board certified MD's that will provide a consultation of what an individual plan might look like when people don't know what to do, much like other Doctor consultations. We have a private adult detox and are known for our specialties in pregnant women and women's services, Opiate Addiction treatment, residential treatment and community prevention as Centers of Excellence.

At Cove Behavioral health we value diversity and inclusion. Cove Behavioral Health provides equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, in accordance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act. Employment decisions at Cove will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Cove does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. Cove will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Cove is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug & Tobacco Free Facility.

Headquarters, 1615 H Street, NW, Washington, District Of Columbia, United States of America Req #284

Thursday, August 11, 2022

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Assist with the strategy, development, and management of multifaceted policy initiatives focused on reducing excessive and unfair litigation through an aggressive engagement plan that impacts the public, key opinion leaders, and public officials. While primarily federally focused, the scope may include work at the state level, as well work on additional special projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Help develop, lead, and execute ILR's federal program, including arbitration, class action reform, bankruptcy, class actions, multidistrict litigation, overenforcement, the False Claims Act, securities litigation, and the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.

+ Articulate ILR's message to allied groups and interested parties through a variety of forums, including panels, speeches, and Chamber meetings.

+ Engage in advocacy and lobbying efforts to support ILR federal and state programs, including with legislatures and agencies.

+ Help oversee coalitions, composed of companies, trade associations, and other allies, related to federal legal reform policy.

+ Regularly communicate with ILR and coalition members about legislative activity and information pertinent to their movement.

+ Draft Chamber and coalition letters.

+ Create memoranda on legislative activities for executives.

+ Assist with the program planning process, including setting goals, conducting fundraising, and implementing strategy.

+ Represent ILR at Chamber meetings, hearings, and conferences.

REQUIREMENTS:

+ J.D. and 6+ years' experience in federal government affairs.

+ Ability to understand complex and changing political and issue environments.

+ Demonstrated experience creating and executing strategic plans through a variety of tactics.

+ Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.

+ Ability to understand and analyze a range of legal issues.

+ Proven project management skills.

+ Able to handle confidential information professionally and discreetly and interact effectively with senior executives.

+ Flexibility for moderate travel in a post-pandemic environment.

+ Private practice or other legal experience preferred.

The U.S. Chamber is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that fosters inclusion and diversity. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics. The U.S. Chamber will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities in accordance with applicable law.

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25087

Location

Graduate Center

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

POSITION DETAILS

The CUNY Graduate Center (Graduate Center), is the focal point for advance teaching and research at the City University of New York (CUNY), the nation's largest urban public university. With over 35 doctoral and master's programs of the highest caliber, the Graduate Center fosters pioneering research and scholarship in the arts and sciences and prepares students for careers in universities and the private, nonprofit, and government sectors. The Graduate Center's commitment to research and scholarship for the public good is exemplified by its more than 30 centers, institutes, and initiatives, including its Advanced Science and Research Center (ASRC), a 200,000 square-foot facility in upper Manhattan, designed to promote collaboration among scientists in five areas of global research and innovation; nanoscience, photonics, structural biology, neuroscience, and environmental sciences.

The Graduate Center benefits from highly ambitious and diverse students and alumni - who in turn teach hundreds of thousands of undergraduates every year. Through its public programs, the Graduate Center enhances New York City's intellectual and cultural life.

Reporting directly to the Provost, the Director of Special Projects in the Provost's Office will provide operational and administrative support to the Provost, Office of the President and SVP of Finance and Administration/Dean of Academic Initiatives and Strategic Innovation. The Director leads special projects and serves as the "point person" for specific initiatives to advance the mission of Academic Affairs and the Graduate Center.

This is an excluded position.

The duties and responsibilities of the position will include, but are not limited to:

* Partners with the Provost and Senior Vice President in planning and delivering high priority projects in a professional manner;

* Supports the shared governance committees housed within the office of Academic Affairs, including but not limited to: Grad Council, the Structure Committee and Committee on Committees;

* Works collaboratively on the Graduate Center strategic plan: coordinates working groups, reviews draft reports, and provides supporting documentation;

* Document processes and automate procedures to ensure efficient operations;

* Research, analyze, and interpret information to advance special projects that have a substantial impact on the College's operations;

* Provides support to ad hoc Presidential advisory committees;

* Provides tactical guidance in the planning, execution, and management of academic innovation initiatives;

* Establish strategic objectives and goals for initiatives; formulate performance metrics and milestones to gauge initiatives' progress; recommend and execute corrective actions to drive initiatives;

* Prepare and present information in forums suitable to target audiences to promote initiatives and solicit feedback and buy-in from key stakeholders; create and facilitate focus groups;

* Identify untapped resources and/or opportunities to further GC's mission; tactically leverage talent and resources in a cost-effective manner to promote GC brand;

* May manage and oversee support staff within the Provost's office;

* Handles requests for information from colleagues and others internal and external to the college;

* Performs other duties as assigned.

Candidates will be required to provide proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 upon commencing employment. Being fully vaccinated is defined for this purpose as being at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. Final candidates must be fully vaccinated as of their first day of employment. Exemption (medical or religious) requests to this requirement will be considered in accordance with applicable law.

Until further notice, this is a hybrid position, eligible to work remotely and work in the office. All CUNY employees must reside within a commutable distance to their campus.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree and eight years' related experience required.

A preferred candidate should have:

* Capacity to provide leadership at the institutional level and a sense of service to the College's diverse constituencies, both internal and external. Commitment to the teaching and research mission and related functions of the college. A commitment to open communication and transparency.

* An advanced degree in an appropriate field of student (public administration, higher education administration, business, or related field) with 4 or more years of proven and progressively responsible experience.

* Experience in planning and implementing key strategic initiatives in a complex organization preferably in a higher education or government setting.

* Strong written and oral communication skills required, including an ability to communicate complex information and policy to others.

* Experience implementing and monitoring strategic plans.

* Leadership capacity with experience in project management, strategic planning, capacity building, evaluation, assessment, budgeting, grant and report writing, and comfort using data to monitor progress and motivate teams.

* Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

* Highest level of professional integrity.

* Demonstrated ability to effectively manage project teams and collaborate with others.

* Commitment to diversity, inclusion and equity.

* Knowledge of operations and policies within CUNY and The Graduate Center, an understanding of project management process and leading teams within complex organizations.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

As a senior staff member serving as a confidential assistant in a Campus or University Executive's office, leads unit initiatives, participates in planning and setting priorities, and drives strategic initiatives to ensure their success.

* Participates in planning and in setting policies with responsibility for preparing aspects of strategic and operational plans

* Participates in developing and executing performance management systems to evaluate progress

* Works with other Campus and University units to oversee complex, high-priority projects, with responsibility for outcomes

* Represents the Executive in Campus or University-wide activities and may act in his/her place as needed

* Independently carries out major responsibilities under the Executive's purview, such as monitoring and evaluating unit activities, financial planning and review, serving as chair of key committees, and communications with senior Campus or University management

* May serve as Chief of Staff of a large Executive Office

* Performs related duties as assigned.

This position is excluded from union representation.

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Officer

FLSA

Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

HOW TO APPLY

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CLOSING DATE

October 26, 2022

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.