Job Description
Job DescriptionDescription:
Salary Range: $75,668-$89,095.24 annually
Hybrid Schedule: 2 days from home and 3 days on-site
Benefits (The Good Stuff)
- 3 WKS+ Vacation Paid*
- 12 Paid Holidays
- 12 PTO Paid Days
- Competitive Health Benefits Package
- Wellness Program Reimbursements up to $50/month
- Short Term Disability at NO COST
- Life Insurance & AD&D 2X Annual Salary at NO COST
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement Plan UP TO 6% Employer Funding
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Discounted On-Site Early Childhood Care
- Tuition Assistance for Early Education Degree
- Free Monthly Transit Card
*Vacation amounts may vary based on roles, schedules, and years of service
Help us make a difference in our community. United, we are tackling complex issues and turning contributions into real change. We fight for equitable access to quality education, financial security, and the health of everyone in our community. Join our team and join us in the fight for a stronger Miami!
United Way Miami, Inc. is hiring a Director, Public Policy to join our team. As Director, Public Policy, you will develop and advance the public policy agenda of United Way in support of United Way’s impact area strategic plans and provide leadership internally and externally to further synergize and align for broader community impact.
UWM is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace, please visit our Career site homepage to view our EEO statement and Drug-Free policy.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
- Direct and implement United Way’s public policy action plan in support of organizational strategic plans, including:
- Research and analysis of public policy issues;
- Staffing of the Public Policy Committee;
- Provision of staff support to statewide UW public policy efforts;
- Development of the common statewide and local legislative agenda;
- Implementation of activities in support of the public policy agenda; and
- Coordination of public and internal education and advocacy efforts.
- Establish and maintain effective relationships on behalf of United Way with public and private social service organizations, other funders, and elected officials and their staff teams by attending appropriate community, organizational, and committee meetings.
- Keep abreast of community programs and public policy issues, and attend community meetings and events in the representation of United Way.
Requirements:
Education Requirements: Master’s degree in human and social services, relevant leadership, or equivalent experience.
Experience Requirements: Minimum of five years’ experience in the non-profit/social service arena. Knowledge of social service issues & social service delivery.
Technology Requirements: Intermediate Word, beginner knowledge of modern browsers, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access.
Other Essential Knowledge/Skills: Excellent writing skills as well as the ability to speak clearly and intelligently, able to deal with its customers, agencies, volunteers, community leaders, deal with unexpected obstacles, andhave creative problem-solving skills, good judgment, critical thinking, and attention to detail.
Career Growth: We encourage you to grow through formal and informal development programs, coaching, and on-the-job challenges. We want you to ask questions, take chances, and explore the possible.
Apply with confidence! Research indicates that individuals may hesitate if they don't meet every requirement. If you're enthusiastic about a role, apply, even if your experience or education isn't an exact match. You could be the perfect fit for this position or discover other exciting opportunities within our organization. Please note that while some roles may have specific requirements for funding eligibility, we STILL encourage you to explore our job opportunities