SUN Manager at Latino Network in Portland, OR

Description

Position Title:        SUN Site Manager at Scott K-5

Reports To:            Director of SUN Schools

Classification:       Full-time, 1.0 FTE

FLSA Status:           Exempt 

Location:                Portland, OR

Compensation:     $54,900 per month

ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND

Latino Network’s mission is: Leading with love, we cultivate our staff and community as a powerful force for radical social change. We do this through Latino community-driven programs, advocacy, and service. Our work springs from the core belief in Latino community self-determination, that is, the ability of community members to participate meaningfully in the decisions that affect their lives and the lives of their families. We actively partner across a variety of city, county, state, and community organizations to deliver training and support, a wide range of services, as well as influence policy.

BENEFITS & PERKS

Latino Network provides a generous benefits package that includes:

• Health Plans including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Alternative Care
• FSA - Flexible Spending Account for Medical & Dependent Care expenses
• 401k Plan with Match 
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employer sponsored Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Leave (Vacation, Sick, Sabbatical)
• Professional development opportunities
• Self - Care perks
• Team and family events

POSITION DESCRIPTION 

This position is critical to the continued growth and sustainability of Latino Network’s school based  programs. The SUN Community School Site Manager supervises site-based SUN staff, organizes extended day and family engagement activities, cultivates strong relationships with  school and partner organization staff and is the point of contact for the assigned school administration.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Organizes, plans and manages the implementation of all extended day and family  engagement program services at assigned SUN site. 
• Supervises SUN site staff and volunteers as assigned and appropriate. 
• Facilitates monthly meetings with all school-based partner organizations to discuss issues  and concerns regarding client and program activities, and to ensure established goals and  deadlines are met.
• Facilitates alliances and partnerships with state, county, city, nonprofit and community organizations (such as businesses and faith communities) to establish a continuum of services delivered at or linked to the school site. The aim is to provide the greatest level of access and integration to the community .
• Develops and coordinates a Family Leadership Team. 
• Monitors deliverables and timelines and identifies, tracks, manages and resolves program  issues to ensure work assigned is completed on time and within budget.
• Serves as the primary contact for school administrators and is responsible for managing the  communication process between Latino Network and the assigned school administration.
• Attends school staff meetings at assigned site. 
• Ensures student engagement in all programs, services and activities as appropriate.
• Oversees scheduling, coordination and evaluation of programs, services and  staff. 
• Builds opportunities to effectively link the school day with after-school activities and programs. 
• Facilitates partnerships to establish a network of resources to supplement and support the  extended day program. Collaborates with key community and school leaders to maximize  existing resources and to obtain new programs in alignment with the SUN School annual  plan .
• Assists with designing and managing volunteer systems within the school as they relate to  extended day programs 
• Oversees data collection requirements and interfaces with data and evaluation team  regarding system implementation and process. 
• Implements annual operating budget.
• Ensures contract compliance is maintained.
• Introduces and promotes SUN School programs and activities to students, families, school  staff and the community. 

Requirements

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Public Administration, Social Work or related field and 3  years of experience that is directly related to the position. Extensive experience may be  substituted for education requirements. 
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in Spanish and English (including public  speaking) 
• Knowledge of and experience in navigating educational institutions, resources, programs,  social services and government agencies 
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with schools, students, families, and community support systems 
• Demonstrates strong program management experience and leadership, 
• Experience in program and curriculum development and implementation 
• Bilingual Spanish required, bicultural preferred 
• Basic computer literacy and skills 
• Experience working with and learning from those most affected by social and educational  inequities 
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with proven ability to successfully motivate others and influence  change 

ADDITIONAL ADMINISTRATIVE AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

• The work site assigned is at the school; hybrid remote work is limited
• Evening and weekend availability may be required, and work hours are flexible to  accommodate program implementation; long hours during peak periods 
• Reliable car, driver’s license, and automobile liability insurance; must be eligible to be an  insured driver under Latino Network’s Commercial Auto Liability 
• May require heavy lifting and walking during events and outreach activities 
• May work in the community including client homes, schools, churches, parks, community  centers, etc. 
• Undergoing and passing criminal background checks is required 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Latino Network is a highly engaged work environment with satellite operations and positions performing work both onsite and remotely. We actively seek opportunities for professional development for our staff and promote a willingness to change for continual improvement. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather); outdoor weather conditions; extreme cold (non-weather), and extreme heat (non-weather). This position requires frequent computer use. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Latino Network strives to communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds.

TO APPLY

If you, or anyone you know, are interested in joining us in supporting our mission to positively transform the lives of Latino Youth families and communities, please submit your application, resume, and cover letter at:  Careers 

Successful completion of initial and ongoing employment screens, including but not limited to criminal background and vehicle record as required. Latino Network is an equal opportunity employer. We value and support diversity and inclusion to create a culture of dignity and respect.