Colorado Nonprofit Association

Disability Special Projects Coordinator

Looking to make a difference in 2023 and beyond?

Join a fast-paced and dedicated team, devoted to supporting and advocating for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families!

The Arc of Aurora changes lives. With knowledge, passion, commitment, and integrity, we work with and on behalf of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) to improve the quality of their lives. We are not residential or day program service providers and we do not run segregated schools — we do not offer, for instance, housing, transportation, or job coaching.

We are advocates.

We are the folks people call when they feel like every door is closed and there are no more options. We help diverse individuals and families experiencing conflict and crisis, navigate through trauma, towards their goals. We are creative and communication-focused and regularly seek resolution of issues with progressive solutions. Our motto is “We take our jobs seriously, but ourselves lightly!”. We work to check our egos, recognize our unique privileges, and have FUN while working hard on behalf of others.

Who are you?

Arc of Aurora is deeply committed to serving our community by fostering human dignity and empowering individuals and families. The Special Projects Coordinator is responsible for the planning, development, and implementation of The Arc of Aurora’s communications, community building, membership programs, volunteers, and other assigned special projects. At the coordinator level, autonomy, initiative, and judgment are essential for success, and a focus on collaboration is ideal.

This full-time Exempt level position is physically based at our Aurora office and is eligible for a hybrid work model (in-office and remote). The role may require travel.

Essential Responsibilities:

Our team is passionate about what they do and the individuals and families we serve. If you’re looking for an opportunity to be a part of a team that values collaboration, innovation, and dedication, we’re the right place for you!

Required Experience and Skills:

Compensation

Based on qualifications and experience – $50,000-$55,000 with a possible added 5% bilingual differential pay.

Systemic Change Organizer

The Colorado Statewide Parent Coalition envisions a community where all children are equipped with the skills to learn, supported by a village, and encouraged to succeed. In order to achieve this vision, we build a movement by providing advocacy support and training for parents and childcare providers to be meaningfully engaged in the success of their children’s education, to close the opportunity gap, and ensure successful educational outcomes. CSPC works towards achieving this mission through a multi-pronged approach of direct service, training, education, local and statewide campaigns, initiatives, and policy advocacy.

CSPC is an anti-racist organization fighting for equity and abundance in education for communities who have been pushed to the margins. We reject acts of racism, homophobia, transphobia, xenophobia, and white supremacy. We value context expertise over content expertise and are committed to our community centered approach to systems change and breaking down barriers.

Supervision:

This position reports to the Director of Policy and Advocacy.

Objective:

The Systemic Change Organizer will be responsible for broader community involvement in local and statewide campaigns, initiatives, and policy advocacy. The Systemic Change Organizer works directly with people of diverse backgrounds, ranging from Spanish-speaking community members to organizational coalition partners and legislators. Thi position is responsible to helping community see the impact of policy advocacy in their lives, help them understand specific policy solutions, and co-create campaigns and solutions that will improvie their communities related to education advocacy. 

Primary Responsibilities:

Identify needs and opportunities in the community to engage families who experience racism, xenophobia, and poverty to address the systemic challenges preventing their ability to thrive

Serve as a credible source of knowledge and information to community members who desire to be more involved and educated on their rights, current events, issues, local and statewide campaigns, initiatives

Support and lead CSPC-led coalitions by facilitating, organizing participants, taking notes and among other things relating to organizing a large group of people.

Attend policy and organizing coalition meetings to represent the perspective of CSPC and its members, and to collaborate with like-minded coalitions

Identify, develop, and execute campaigns that are directly related to and driven by the people CSPC serves

Employ relational organizing and deep canvassing techniques to build trust within the communities CSPC works with

Create and facilitate virtual or in person workshops for leadership development of base to increase involvement in systemic change efforts

Recommend policy positions to the Director of Policy and Advocacy

Identify involvement and leadership opportunities for CSPC volunteer leaders

Communicate policy implications effectively with CSPC volunteer leaders

Work with the Director of Marketing and Communications to develop educational materials to promote engagement in CSPC-endorsed local and statewide campaigns, initiatives

Represent CSPC at various community events, meetings, and media events

Coordinate virtual/in person community meetings, events, and activities (at times multilingual)

Collect and enter the contact information from CSPC community members and partners into a database system

Measure and track outcomes of organizing activities

Additional Organizational Responsibilities:

Supports all fundraising activities including grant writing, events, sponsorships, phone banks, etc.

Supports outreach and planning of CSPC’s annual events

Attend community events and promote CSPC and all its programs

Work closely with our CSPC program coordinators to conduct outreach, base building, training, education, and leadership development and ownership of work among our members

Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Proven ability to develop and implement concrete goals based on critical thinking about grassroots organizing tactics, coalition building, and electoral campaigns

Passionate about achieving educational equity for Latino students

Highly organized and responsible self-starter with the ability to identify new opportunities, while effectively utilizing existing resources

Effective communicator. Values and fosters open communication; uses and understands the importance of active listening skills and is an effective public speaker with above average writing skills.

Proven ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment; willingness to pitch in to help others; able to handle high-stress situations

Relationship and bridge builder

Sees the good in people

Creates many positive relationships with diverse audience

Helps others become leaders

Disciplined and independent

Sensitive and knowledgeable of the Latino community

Can work some evenings and weekends

Has access to reliable transportation

Ability to be very organized with agendas, paperwork, and materials

Requirements

Bilingual in Spanish and English

At least 2 years experience working or volunteering to increase community engagement

Strong listening skills with the ability to see the potential in all people

Ability to build relationships with diverse audiences

Ability to build and organize a base/core group of leaders

Clear and effective oral communication skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Computer and other standard office equipment skills; email, printing etc.

Detail oriented and able to take clear notes of conversations

Experience working with low-income communities and communities of color.

Must be able to lift 20lbs

Qualifications:

Must have a deep, unwavering commitment to social justice and community-driven systemic policy changes

Must have at least 2 years of prior combined community organizing and/or public policy experience

Proficient in English and Spanish

Has a deep understanding of the systemic inequities that affect the Latine Community in education

Lived experiences with the populations we serve (immigrants, People of Color, and/or low-income earners)

Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with a wide array of people

Must be able to distill large amounts of information and explain in a simple, easy to understand manner

Must be able to develop and facilitate trainings

Must live in Colorado

Must have reliable transportation

Must be willing to travel across Colorado for trainings and meetings/events

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Willing to learn or has solid experience with CRM systems and data management

Experience with using online tools to do organizing work

Ideal Characteristics:

CSPC values candidates whose skills and lived experiences have prepared them to understand and uphold our core values of justice, dignity, belonging and bravery. The ideal candidate is also:

Curious and eager to learn

Excited to collaborate with various CSPC team members, across departments and across experience levels

Proactive, able to spot problems early, and willing to tackle a wide variety of projects

Flexible and comfortable in a rapidly changing environment

Friendly, welcoming, patient, and service-oriented

Has deep passion for or expertise in an area related to our work (e.g., early childhood, economic justice, food security, housing justice, and all intersections of education justice, etc.)

Self-driven and energetic with enormous amounts of integrity

Is eager to engage with our community in person, on the phone, and via social media

Operates with excellence in mind in all matters, with the confidence to defend and/or debate ideas without ego interfering

CSPC does not discriminate in employment or in offering services and programs on the basis of an individual’s socioeconomic class; race; color; religion; creed; ancestry; national origin; age; height; weight; hairstyle; sex; gender identity and/or expression; sexual orientation; marital status; sensory, mental, or physical disability; the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability; medical condition (cancer- or genetic-related); AIDS or AIDS-related condition; family and medical care leave; pregnancy, disability leave; veteran status; the intersection of any of these; or on any other bases prohibited by law.

Values

CSPC believes strongly in building a workplace that provides everyone the opportunity to reach their full potential and thrive as both workers and people.

To help achieve that goal, the CSPC seeks to build a culture where:

our team members have a sense of belonging by feeling physically, emotionally and psychologically safe and respected.

the inherent dignity of each person is upheld and celebrated; and

our policies are rooted in justice by being restorative in nature and practice, and centered in community; and

where everyone can practice bravery in the face of fear, experiment, take risks, and learn from mistakes.

Belonging, dignity, justice, and bravery also means centering the voices and experiences of marginalized people and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply, including: women; Black, Indigenous, and people of color; immigrants and refugees; folks who are trans or nonbinary; people who are queer, lesbian, gay, or bisexual; Autistic and neurodivergent people; folks with visible or invisible disabilities; anyone from another historically marginalized group or anyone at the intersection of these groups.

Mellon Textile Conservation Fellow

POSITION PURPOSE:

This position is a two-year, full-time, fellowship in the conservation of textile collections. The museum continues its focus on textile art and fashion in its newly renovated galleries and is poised to offer excellent advanced-level training in textile and fashion conservation and display.

This position reports to the Senior Textile Conservator and reports to the Director of Conservation.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience, Skills, etc.):

· Completed graduate-level conservation training, or equivalent at the time the position commences.

· High level of manual dexterity, excellent color matching, and familiarity with hand tools are required.

· Familiarity with stabilization techniques, dyeing of support fabrics, preventive conservation methodologies including IPM practices, mount design and preparation, and aqueous treatment is preferred.

· Sound work habits, personal initiative and organizational skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.

· Candidate will uphold collegial and collaborative working relationships with conservation staff and other museum departments.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:

· Performed in conservation laboratories, collections storage spaces, and museum galleries as needed.

· use of precision tools, hand tools, and imaging equipment among others.

· Lifting as needed to undertake conservation treatments and general lab maintenance.

Pay: The hiring rate for the position is $48,900 per year with $2,000 allocated for research and travel.

NOTE: The DAM prioritizes adaptability and a human-centered work environment. We are happy to consider accommodation for the position. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. We know there is no such thing as a “perfect” candidate – Nor do we look for the right “fit” with us, we look for the add! We believe in cultivating an environment where there is diversity of perspectives, in hopes that we can all thrive in an inclusive environment.

We know that searching for a job can be stressful so we would like to give you an overview of the process to manage expectations. This role may require a phone screen, interviews with the hiring manager and or panel that will be held in-person at the DAM or video. This position will close on December 22, 2023, and we plan to contact qualified applicants shortly thereafter. Our desire is to hire a candidate as soon as possible.

DENVER ART MUSEUM:

As an institution, we believe the Denver Art Museum is both a platform for and an amplifier of the voices of people of all races. We acknowledge that Black lives matter and communities of color – Latinx, Indigenous, Black, and others – have been underrepresented in art museums over decades, both internally and externally. We are committed to elevating all voices, artworks and perspectives and strive to support racial equity inside and out.

We prohibit discrimination against any person or organization based on age, race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, political service or affiliation, genetic information, or disability, as well as any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

We strive to provide a professional and positive work environment for our employees. The Museum expressly prohibits any form of employee harassment on the basis of age, race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, political service or affiliation, genetic information, disability, or any other applicable status protected by federal, state or local law. Actions based on these or any legally protected characteristic will not be tolerated.

We encourage the freedom of gender expression and/or gender presentation. As an institution, we do not create barriers that may prevent any employee from expressing behaviors, mannerisms, interests, and appearances that represent their authentic personality or culture. Qualified candidates are expected to exemplify the DAM’s internal values, which include being dynamic, respectful, inclusive, creative, and curious. The ability to maintain effective and positive working relationships with visitors, employees, volunteers,
representatives of public and private entities, policy making bodies, and contractors is critical to the success of this position.

The Museum believes vaccination is an important measure to protect the health and safety of everyone from significant illness due to COVID-19 infection. As a condition of employment, employees must present proof that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 on their first day of employment or receive an exemption or other reasonable accommodation due to circumstances protected under federal or state law that prevent the employee from being vaccinated. Employees are also mandated to receive a booster within 6 months of being fully vaccinated.

Real Estate Development Manager

 Position: Real Estate
Development Manager 

Reports to: Executive Director  

The Fax Partnership (The Fax) is seeking a Real Estate Development Manager. The Fax is a growing community development corporation working along the East Colfax corridor. The Fax works to support and strengthen small businesses and local residents while advancing equitable development. To achieve its mission, The Fax purchased two motels in 2022 that currently provide shelter and that will be redeveloped into new construction affordable housing. The Fax is looking to acquire additional real estate along East Colfax to support the existing immigrant community and is seeking a dynamic, creative Development Manager to lead this work, in partnership with the Executive Director.
 

Summary of Job

Leads The Fax Partnership’s Equitable Development Office in order to preserve East Colfax as an affordable community. Plans, coordinates and directs
the development process from the conceptual development stage to design through final construction on a timely and economical basis.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Manages The Fax’s Equitable Development Office to acquire real estate for converting, preserving and/or developing affordable housing and commercial space. 

2. Reviews the feasibility of potential acquisitions or new projects, including Fax Partnership goals, target population, project scope, project timeline, and project cost. Develops financial feasibility models to explore various development options and goals. Provides recommendations regarding new projects to the Executive Director. 

3. Oversees the real estate due diligence process for each potential acquisition undertaken, including ordering environmental reports, surveys, capital needs assessments, and cost estimates.  

4. Oversees the preparation and submittal of grant and loan applications as part of each real estate acquisition or development project. Upon award of grants, oversees contracting and due diligence process required to receive funding.  

5. Manages construction and renovation projects. 

6. Engages and manages third party contractors including architects, contractors, financial consultants, and due diligence consultants. Facilitates the communication of The Fax’s goals and needs to third party contractors. Prepares scope of work for third party consultants. Reviews and monitors third party
consultant invoices and applications for payment in partnership with Operations Director; tracks payments against project budget. 

7. Oversees the community engagement process related to new projects; oversees communication with neighbors, prospective partners, and state and local agencies and funders.  

8. Coordinates the land use, design, permitting and rezoning processes for construction or renovation projects on behalf of the Fax Partnership. 

9. Tracks and controls costs against the project budget; provides reports regarding project cost tracking to the Executive Director and Operations Director. 

10. Manages project schedule; tracks relevant deadlines to ensure that projects remain on schedule. 

11. Researches innovative affordable housing, commercial property and real estate development strategies (ADUs, acquisition/rehab, affordable-for-sale)
for deployment along East Colfax corridor  

 Knowledge, Skills and Competencies  

· Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively in a fast-paced, high stress environment. 

· Ability to manage complex and time-sensitive processes, and ability to see projects to completion on-time and on-budget. 

· Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in support of the real estate development process. 

· Strong verbal and written communication skills; enthusiasm for engaging collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders. 

· Familiarity with state and local agencies participating in the affordable housing development process. 

· Knowledge of county, state, and federal laws, rules and regulation pertinent to development. Familiarity with affordable
housing funding programs and regulations is valuable, including LIHTC, project-based vouchers, and HOME/CDBG funding. 

· Familiarity with multifamily design and construction processes. 

· Strong computer skills especially with including Microsoft Excel. 

 Additional Qualifications: 

· Entrepreneurial spirit, enjoys working in a dynamic team; bilingual skills a plus 

· Willingness to ensure all voices are heard and The Fax’s work is responsive to community needs and vision  

Insurance Biller

Position Summary    

Performs all aspects of third party payor medical billing and ensures accurate and timely billing of receivables. Audits and bills claims according to federal, state, and payor regulatory and compliance requirements.

Essential Duties    

  1. Executes patient accounting system downloads and claim editing software daily procedures on a rotation basis with other insurance billers. Reconciles data from patient accounting systems to claim editing reports and resolves any discrepancies. Identifies and reports any system network problems to Application Analyst or Supervisor.
  2. Has a thorough understanding of CPT, HCPCS & ICD-10 codes, HCFA and UB04 claim forms and can understand payor EOBs and ERAs.
  3. Performs teams third party payor billing (primary, secondary, tertiary) using claims editing software. Reviews claims for accuracy and completeness and obtains any missing information.
  4. Facilitates submission at time of billing for medical records or other documentation when required by payor for appropriate claims processing.
  5. Evaluates and researches claims billing denials and reject reports in a timely manner. This includes pulling patient insurance information, verifying patient eligibility, researching payor websites, and/or calling payors for assistance regarding the denial or reject reasons.
  6. Researches incomplete charges, registration, or diagnosis information with responsible department and ensures resolution before submitting claim to payor.
  7. Maintains a current and thorough working knowledge of federal, state and payor billing regulatory and compliance requirements.  This includes HIPAA & EDI requirements, with emphasis on billing transaction standards 837i and 837p. This includes signing up for payor newsletters and list serves.
  8. Reviews managed care contract matrix for contract and billing changes. Comprehends and demonstrates ability to comply with governmental billing requirements such as Medicare OPPS and CCI/OCE claim editing.  Attends external and internal education programs when necessary.
  9. Communicates regularly with the Patient Financial Services (PFS) Supervisor or Manager regarding high-risk accounts. Identifies and refers accounts and billing problems to the Billing Supervisor when routine guidelines to correct problems are not producing results.

Other Duties

  1. Assists the PFS Supervisor when reviewing various reports in the patient accounting system and billing to identify problems within accounts that prevents the claims release in order to avoid time filing problems.
  2. Identifies and reports to supervisor incorrect insurance data entry trends in patient accounting system and identifies incorrect insurance information in the patient accounting system and claims editing software Insurance Directories.
  3. Provides PFS Supervisor with weekly productivity statistics and reports workload fluctuations (backlog or shortages) in a timely manner. Maintains individual goals established by PFS management. 
  4. Performs as a back-up to staff absences and vacancies, as necessary.

Competencies    

  1. Accountability: Accepts full responsibility for self and contribution as a team member; displays honesty and truthfulness; confronts problems quickly; displays a strong commitment to organizational success and inspires others to commit to goals; demonstrates a commitment to Patient Financial Services Departments and National Jewish Health.
  2. Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures.
  3. Attention to Detail: Accomplishing tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time. Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
  4. Collaboration/Teamwork: Cooperates with others to accomplish common goals; works with employees within and across his/her department to achieve shared goals; treats others with dignity and respect and maintains a friendly demeanor; values the contributions of others.
  5. Decision Making: Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.
  6. Initiative: Taking prompt action to accomplish objectives; taking action to achieve goals beyond what is required; being proactive.
  7. Managing Work and Time: Effectively managing one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently. Effectively manages project(s) by appropriately focusing attention on the critical few priorities; effectively creates and executes against project timelines based on priorities, resource availability, and other project requirements (i.e., budget); effectively evaluates planned approaches, determines feasibility, and makes adjustments when needed.
  8. Perseverance/Resourcefulness: Accesses and utilizes available resources inside and outside the company.

Supervisory or Managerial Responsibility  

None

Travel

None

Core Values    

  1. Be available to work as scheduled and report to work on time.
  2. Be willing to accept supervision and work well with others.
  3. Be well groomed, appropriately for your role and wear ID Badge visibly.
  4. Be in compliance with all departmental and institutional policies, the Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and completes NetLearning by due date annually.
  5. Fosters an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission of the institution.
  6. Adheres to safe working practices and at all times follows all institutional and departmental safety policies and procedures. 
  7. Wears appropriate PPE as outlined by the infection control policies and procedures.
  8. Demonstrates compliance with all state, federal and all other regulatory agency requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

  1. Education: High school graduate or equivalent required. Some college level course work, preferred.
  2. Work Experience: A minimum of two (2) years of recent and related healthcare collection or billing experience is required. A minimum of one (1) years insurance billing, accounting and customer service environment is preferred.  
  3. Special Training, Certification or Licensure: None

Salary Range: $18.00 – $21.00 

Environmental and Ecological Services Director of Business Development

Title: Environmental and Ecological Services (EES) Director of Business Development

Position Reports To: President/CEO and COO

About Butterfly Pavilion: Here at Butterfly Pavilion, we transform the way people think about invertebrates. These small but mighty animals that surround us are so much more than people think. They are everywhere because everything depends on them. They are the hidden heroes of the animal kingdom. Established in 1995, Butterfly Pavilion is a leader in invertebrate knowledge, inspiration, and connection, working to foster an appreciation of these critical animals by educating the public about the need to protect and care for threatened habitats globally, while conducting research for solutions in invertebrate conservation. In 2014 Butterfly Pavilion became the first and only stand-alone invertebrate zoo to be accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). Butterfly Pavilion now leads over 238 AZA-accredited zoos in invertebrate education, conservation, and welfare. Whether it is providing unique, hands-on learning experiences in our exhibits and educational programs, conducting new research that sets the standard for zoos across the country or building innovative solutions for species and habitat conservation in countries around the world, Butterfly Pavilion is leading the way in ensuring invertebrates are protected for the future. Additionally, Butterfly Pavilion is certified as a Service Enterprise, an organization that fundamentally leverages volunteers and their skills to successfully deliver on its social mission. As a certified Service Enterprise, we have fully integrated our volunteers into our team, becoming more adaptable, sustainable, and impactful.

We are committed to providing the most enriching, world-class experience for our audience, being recognized as a scientific authority, and being the leading educational resource on invertebrates. To this end, Butterfly Pavilion has launched Emerge, a $55 million capital campaign, to expand Butterfly Pavilion into the center for invertebrate research and conservation in a brand new, 81,000-square-foot state-of-the-art facility in 2027.

A large part of who we are as an organization is how we interact with each other. Valuing our facility, guests, donors, and our team is a priority, without these puzzle pieces we can’t make it all work, these Core Values guide us throughout our day. We Love What We Do at Butterfly Pavilion, we Make Science Cool by Going Above and Beyond for all guests, donors, and team members while also Leading Change in invertebrate conservation. We Know Our Stuff and work to have a healthy culture by Being Positive and Welcoming to All. These aren’t just words, but words for us to live by here at Butterfly Pavilion.

FLSA: Full Time/Exempt 40+ hours per week

Salary/Hourly Rate: $85,000-90,000 with Commission + Full Benefits

About our EES Director of Sales and Business Development: The ideal candidate for Butterfly Pavilion’s EES Director of Business Development position is an established business leader who has an entrepreneurial spirit and can support the CEO’s vision in evolving Butterfly Pavilion’s Environmental and Ecological Services into a world-class product for clients in need of such support. This person is a strategic and analytical thinker with keen negotiation skills and a commitment to the long-term financial sustainability of the organization through our services. They are a dynamic, enthusiastic and ambitious, demonstrate superior communication skills, and are able to convey product information to various stakeholders with differing levels of industry knowledge.

Position Summary: The EES Director of Business Development is responsible for all aspects of business development, sales, and more, as well as budget oversight and the development and execution of yearly sales and marketing goals. They lead the sales team by developing and implementing sales and business plans to increase profit and motivate the team to hit these goals. This position conducts research on competition to determine how much our products are worth to develop reasonable product pricing that fits within the customer’s budget and brings in a great profit. The EES Director of Business Development drafts reports and presents on EES sales to the executive team. They’ll use the leadership team’s feedback to add adjustments and improvements to their current sales target strategies.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

Competencies:

  1. Detail-oriented
  2. Strategic thinking
  3. Financial/fiscal management
  4. Builds relationships
  5. Communication Skills
  6. Negotiation Skills
  7. Project/Time Management
  8. Results and Goal Oriented

Qualifications/Experience:

Work Environment / Physical Requirements: While performing the responsibilities of this position, these work environment characteristics are representative of the environment the position will encounter. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform this position’s essential functions.

At Butterfly Pavilion, the employee is occasionally exposed to moderate to loud environmental noise for extended periods of time.

While performing the responsibilities of this position, the employee is required to see, talk, and hear. The employee is often required to sit and stand, use their hands and fingers, to handle/feel/grasp. The employee is occasionally required to reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Employees should be able to lift, carry and items up to 50 lbs.

How to Apply: Butterfly Pavilion is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply for open positions and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or veteran status.

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

https://www.applicantpro.com/j/3139296-21051

Housekeeper

Title: Custodian

Position Reports To: Facilities Manager

Direct Reports: None

About Butterfly Pavilion: Here at Butterfly Pavilion, we transform the way people think about invertebrates. These small but mighty animals that surround us are so much more than people think. They are everywhere, because everything depends on them. They are the hidden heroes of the animal kingdom. As the leader in invertebrate knowledge, inspiration and connection, Butterfly Pavilion works to foster an appreciation of these critical animals by educating the public about the need to protect and care for threatened habitats globally, while conducting research for solutions in invertebrate conservation. Whether it is providing unique, hands-on learning experiences in our exhibits and educational programs, conducting new research that sets the standard for zoos across the country or building innovative solutions for species and habitat conservation in countries around the world, Butterfly Pavilion is leading the way in ensuring invertebrates are protected for the future.

Looking forward, we are committed to providing the most enriching experience for our audience, being recognized as a scientific authority, and being a leading educational resource on invertebrates. To this end, Butterfly Pavilion has begun the early stages of launching a $40 million Capital Campaign to expand Butterfly Pavilion into the Center for Invertebrate Research and Conservation (CIRC) in a brand new, state-of-the-art facility in the near future.

A large part of who we are as an organization is how we interact with each other. Valuing our facility, guests, donors and our team is a priority, without these puzzle pieces we can’t make it all work, these Core Values guide us throughout our day. We Love What We Do at Butterfly Pavilion, we Make Science Cool by Going Above and Beyond for all guests, donors, and team members while also Leading Change in invertebrate conservation. We Know Our Stuff and work to have a healthy culture by Being Positive and Welcoming to All. These aren’t just words, but words for us to live by here at Butterfly Pavilion.

Core Values:

Make Science Cool: Science has the power to change the world and education is where it starts. We immerse our guests in the world of invertebrates, creating a safe, comfortable atmosphere to make connections to nature, filling guests with wonder and inspiring them to embrace their role as stewards of our environment.

Go Above and Beyond: It is “our job” to find a solution, even fi we did not create the problem. We never stop with okay, instead striving for world class in all we do.

Love What You Do: As a conservation organization, we are fortunate enough to have the opportunity to do the work we do each day. Independ of role, project or task, we stand behind that work with an unwavering belief in the significance of our efforts to support our mission, knowing our passion will inspire others to join our efforts.

Be Positive: We approach challenges with vibrant optimism. Always assuming positive intent, we embrace a productive problem-solving attitude and a supportive team-oriented atmosphere.

Know Your Stuff: We are the experts on invertebrates and their conservation. We are well-informed and present knowledge in a way that is accessible to the public and allows us to embrace our role as a community leader locally and globally.

Lead Change: We approach our work with a sense of exploration and adventure, pioneering new ways to view the world in which we live. As problem solvers, we seek new ways of tackling challenges and approaching opportunities.

Welcome All: We pride ourselves in embracing diversity of thoughts, beliefs, and lifestyles. We embrace a kind, compassionate, and engaging approach, welcoming all people in the work we do. We seek a competency of cultural understanding and social responsibility to make it as easy as possible for others to join us in conserving our natural world.

FLSA: Full Time, 30- Hours, Non-Exempt (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday)

Salary/Hourly Rate: $17.50 to $18.50

Position Summary: The Custodian is a full-time position, 30 hours per week. This position will be responsible for performing all custodial duties at Butterfly Pavilion including, but not limited to, restrooms and break room maintenance, drinking fountains, public spaces and back of house, as well emptying and cleaning trash receptacles. Other duties of the position beyond custodial include assisting maintenance personnel as required and closing of the building. This position is responsible for being a team member and ensuring a clean, safe, comfortable and aesthetically pleasing environment for staff, volunteers and guests.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

Competencies:

  1. Detail-oriented
  2. Department knowledge
  3. Initiative
  4. Teamwork
  5. Interpersonal skills
  6. Communication skills
  7. Building relationships
  8. Project/Time Management

Qualifications/Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent is preferred. Minimum custodial/maintenance experience of 1-2 years of experience in a public facility is required. The candidate must also maintain a safe environment surrounding affected work areas, and re-prioritize dependent upon safety and sanitation needs. This position will also work directly with the Public, so a positive, customer service- based mindset is vital. Candidate must be a self-starter with problem solving skills and able to stand or be on their feet for long periods of time. Must be able to climb ladders.

Work Environment / Physical Requirements:

These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions within this position. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the Custodian.

While performing the responsibilities of the Custodian, the employee is required to walk, talk, see and hear. The employee is required to stand and use their hands and fingers, to handle, push/pull, grasp, or feel. The employee is required to reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Vision abilities required by this job include close and far vision. The employee must be able to lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds.

How to Apply:

Butterfly Pavilion is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply for open positions and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or veteran status.

Applicants must submit a Resume and Cover Letter to the following link:

Position is open until filled. No phone calls or drop in’s please.

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

https://www.applicantpro.com/j/3139244-21051
 

Provenance Research Fellow

POSITION PURPOSE:

The Denver Art Museum seeks a dynamic and creative individual to join the Provenance Research Department to further develop skills in advanced provenance research and curatorial practice. In collaboration with curatorial departments, the position will conduct provenance research and prepare documentation on selected areas of the Museum’s encyclopedic collection with a focus on collections with incomplete ownership histories and those impacted by legal and ethical considerations. Fellow will develop provenance research content and outreach for museum-related programming and the website. Expected end-of-term outcomes include, but are not limited to, development of advanced research methodologies, how to identify and fulfill public-facing education needs, a deeper understanding of the legal parameters related to repatriation guidelines and restitution claim processes across multiple collecting areas, and provenance best-practices specific to institutions with encyclopedic collections.

This position is term limited to 2 years. The position reports to the Senior Provenance Researcher.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the supervision of the head of the department:

QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience, Skills, etc.):

EXPERIENCE:

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:

NOTE: The DAM prioritizes adaptability and a human-centered work environment. We are happy to consider accommodations to the position. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. We know there is no such thing as a “perfect” candidate – Nor do we look for the right “fit” with us, we look for the add! We believe in cultivating
an environment where there is diversity of perspectives, in hopes that we can all thrive in an inclusive environment.

DENVER ART MUSEUM:

As an institution, we believe the Denver Art Museum is both a platform for and an amplifier of the voices of people of all races. We acknowledge that Black lives matter and communities of color – Latinx, Indigenous, Black, and others – have been underrepresented in art museums over decades, both internally and externally. We are committed to elevating all voices, artworks and perspectives and strive to support racial equity inside and out.

We prohibit discrimination against any person or organization based on age, race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, political service or affiliation, genetic information, or disability, as well as any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

We strive to provide a professional and positive work environment for our employees. The Museum expressly prohibits any form of employee harassment on the basis of age, race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, political service or affiliation, genetic information, disability or any other applicable status protected by federal, state or local law. Actions based on these or any legally protected characteristic will not be tolerated.

We encourage the freedom of gender expression and/or gender presentation. As an institution, we do not create barriers that may prevent any employee from expressing behaviors, mannerisms, interests, and appearances that represent their authentic personality or culture. Qualified candidates are expected to exemplify the DAM’s internal values, which include being dynamic, respectful, inclusive, creative, and curious. The ability to maintain effective and positive working relationships with visitors, employees, volunteers, representatives of public and private entities, policy making bodies, and contractors is critical to the success of this position.

The Museum believes vaccination is an important measure to protect the health and safety of everyone from significant illness due to COVID-19 infection. As a condition of employment, employees must present proof that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 on their first day of employment or receive an exemption or other reasonable accommodation due to circumstances protected under federal or state law that prevent the employee from being vaccinated. Employees are also mandated to receive a booster within 6 months of being fully vaccinated.

Museum Store Coordinator

Locations:   Air & Space Museum – 7711 E Academy Blvd, Denver CO, 80230 (primary)
Exploration of Flight – 13005 Wings Way, Englewood CO, 80112 (secondary)

Classification:   Regular | Part-Time | Non-Exempt

Work Schedule:    Tuesday ~ Saturday* | 8:30am ~ 2:00pm* | 25 ~ 30 hours/week
*This position will accommodate a flexible work schedule with availability needed on weekends, holidays, evenings as necessary, and occasional special events.

Applications must be received by:   Saturday November 25th, 2023

Please click here to view the full description and apply online!

Summary
The Museum Store Coordinator will assist in operating the Museum’s retail gift shop by creating an attractive, inviting, and exciting shopping experience for guests. This position will interact with Museum visitors daily in a fast-paced environment by providing general assistance, expert product knowledge, impeccable customer service, and vital store functions. The Museum Store Coordinator will help train and oversee Visitor Services Associates in their store capacities. This position will also assist in inventory management requiring advanced organizational skills, attention to detail, and merchandizing savvy. The Museum Store Coordinator reports to the Museum Store Manager as a member of the Visitor Services team and works closely with the Visitor Services Associates, the Visitor Services Manager, Museum Technologist, and other inter-departmental teams.

Organization
Founded in 1994 on the former Lowry Air Force Base, Wings Over the Rockies is a non-profit community organization dedicated to unlocking dreams of flight through exhibits, local events, and educational programming. We are Colorado’s premier Air & Space Museum having been recognized by CNN Travel as one of their 20 Best aviation museums in the world. Each year we welcome roughly 160,000 visitors representing all 50 states and dozens of countries internationally. We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility boasting more than 100,000 sq. ft. of open hanger space full of iconic aircraft, space vehicles, historical artifacts, and more. Visitors can experience thrilling flight simulators, discover educational programs, and participate in one of our many exciting museum-sponsored events.

Exploration of Flight (EoF) is our flight-focused educational extension. This 15-acre campus is located at the Centennial Airport where we offer showcase events with a variety of aircraft, aviation immersion programs, pilot ground training, and flight experiences. EoF is home to our Blue Sky Gallery exhibit and interactive aviation center featuring an airworthy fleet of civilian and military aircraft.

Duties & Responsibilities
Please Note – This list is not all inclusive but intended to be a general guide to the primary duties of this position.

Working Conditions
Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum operates in an 80-year-old aircraft hangar. Exploration of Flight is located at a busy regional airport. Environmental conditions may vary.
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Requirements & Qualifications

Associate Learning & Evaluation Office

 The Foundation is happy to announce an opening for the position of Associate Learning & Evaluation Officer. The position works closely with other
staff on the L&E team to support the implementation of comprehensive learning and evaluation strategies that strengthen the Foundation’s impact.
This position supports the development and implementation of evaluation projects, analysis of data and evidence, strategic planning/implementation, and
reporting on progress and impact.  

  

TheColorado Health Foundation is a statewide philanthropic organization that champions the overall health and well-being of every Coloradan, by advocating
for and investing in solutions and policies that drive health equity and racial justice. We believe that keeping equity at the heart of our work will lead us
to better health. That starts from within, including intentional application of diversity, equity, and inclusion practices that guide how we operate and work
in communities across Colorado. For example, our cornerstones are designed to help ensure that:
 

· We serve Coloradans who have less power, privilege and income, and prioritize Coloradans of color. 

· We do everything with the intent of creating health equity. 

· We are informed by the community and those we exist to serve.  

  

Candidateswill have a personal commitment and connection with our mission and cornerstones; work well in ambiguity and managing change; and proactively
identify opportunities to advance our mission while remaining grounded in the day-to-day responsibilities. They will need to be able to apply principles of
health equity and racial justice across all of their work. The Associate will work across multiple Foundation priority areas and organizational projects with an opportunity to deepen their understanding and skills in a wide array of learning and evaluation competencies – topical and methodological.
 

  

Candidatesmust have: 

· A combination of experience and/or education of: 

o 3 years’ minimum of research or evaluation activities in applied settings OR  

o a combination of a bachelor’s degree and 1 year experience in social science, behavioral science, evaluation, organizational development or other field doing datacollection, data analyses, or involved evaluation and learning practices OR 

o Master’s degree in social science, behavioral science, evaluation, organizational development or other field that required data collection, data analyses, or involved evaluation and learning practices. 

· Ability to critically analyze strategy and apply this thinking to analysis of evidence and reporting. 

· Demonstrated experience with both quantitative and qualitative evaluation. 

· Skills in critical thinking, problem solving, and an ability to make decisions and see paths forward even when there is considerable ambiguity. 

· Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, within and across teams. 

· Exceptional motivation to identify issues, innovate solutions, and continuously improve practice. 

· Excellent writing and presentation skills

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite

· Valid Colorado Driver’s License.