Immigrants Rising

Role Description The Director of Higher Education provides strategic and operational leadership for Immigrants Rising’s higher education portfolio as a core pathway to educational access, persistence, and completion for undocumented students. This role is responsible for advancing a cohesive higher education approach that bridges direct services, institutional capacity building, and systems-adjacent change. The Director leads program strategy and execution, manages a growing team and portfolio of partners, and plays a central role in strengthening Immigrants Rising’s impact across colleges and universities. As a departmental leader, the Director of Higher Education works closely with the Director of Programs and cross-functional teams to align higher education programming with Immigrants Rising’s broader mission, policy priorities, and organizational strategy. The role requires a balance of program leadership, people management, external partnership development, and a deep understanding of the structural barriers undocumented students face within postsecondary systems. This position carries responsibility for departmental outcomes, grant performance, institutional partnerships, and the continuous improvement of higher education programs. Qualifications - 7–10 years of relevant professional experience within higher education access, student success, immigrant justice, or related fields, with progressively responsible leadership roles. - At least 3–5 years of people management experience, including direct supervision and responsibility for team performance and development within higher education systems. - Demonstrated expertise in CA higher education systems, including college access, persistence, and completion, with a strong understanding of how immigration status shapes opportunity. - Proven ability to lead complex higher education program portfolios bridging direct services, institutional capacity building, and systems-adjacent work. - Experience working within CA colleges, universities, and higher education partners to advance inclusive practices for undocumented students. - Experience overseeing grant-funded programs, including accountability for deliverables, reporting, and compliance. - Strong facilitation, communication, and partnership-building skills. Requirements - Set and advance a clear, cohesive higher education strategy that aligns with Immigrants Rising’s strategic plan and advances equitable postsecondary access and success for undocumented students. - Oversee the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of higher education programs, ensuring alignment across college access, persistence, and completion. - Establish department-level goals, priorities, and success metrics, and hold the team accountable for outcomes and impact. - Identify opportunities to strengthen and adapt higher education models in response to student needs, institutional dynamics, and field-level trends. - Translate higher education policy, research, and program insights into programmatic direction and improvements. - Serve as a senior programmatic leader advancing Immigrants Rising’s higher education agenda across external advocacy campaigns, coalitions, and strategy spaces. - Partner closely with policy, research, and communications colleagues and external stakeholders to align higher education strategy with policy priorities. - Elevate insights from higher education programming to stakeholders to inform solutions related to college affordability, financial aid access, and institutional support structures. - Represent Immigrants Rising in coalitions, policy tables, and convenings focused on higher education equity and postsecondary systems change. - Contribute to thought leadership through presentations, written products, and field-building efforts. - Partner closely with Program Directors and senior leadership to ensure higher education initiatives are integrated with direct services. - Collaborate with Research and Communications teams to align higher education priorities with data, evaluation, and narrative change efforts. - Ensure higher education work strengthens Immigrants Rising’s role as a credible thought partner in the field. - Build, lead, and manage a high-performing higher education and career pathways team. - Support fundraising efforts related to higher education programming. - Oversee grant-funded higher education initiatives, ensuring deliverables, reporting, and compliance requirements are met. - Manage and oversee the department budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility and alignment with organizational goals. - Lead operational planning and infrastructure for the department. Benefits - Generous benefits package including ample vacation, sick leave, and holidays. - 100% employer-coverage of health, dental, and vision insurance. - Health Reimbursement Account (HRA). - 3% employer contribution to employee retirement. Company Description Founded in 2006, Immigrants Rising transforms individuals and fuels broader changes. With resources and support, undocumented people are able to get an education, pursue careers, and build a brighter future for themselves and their community. For more information, visit www.immigrantsrising.org .

Job Title: Director of Entrepreneurship Classification: Full-Time @ 40 hrs/wk,  Exempt, Work authorization is required Salary Band: Band 5, Director Compensation: $97,000 - $103,700 Location: Remote, work must be performed in California Travel Requirements: 20% of time (includes local travel) Department: Entrepreneurship Reports To: Director of Programs Direct Reports: Entrepreneurship and Advocacy Manager and future entrepreneurship staff or consultants ABOUT IMMIGRANTS RISING Founded in 2006, Immigrants Rising transforms individuals and fuels broader changes. With resources and support, undocumented people are able to get an education, pursue careers, and build a brighter future for themselves and their community. For more information, visit www.immigrantrising.org. ABOUT THE POSITION The Director of Entrepreneurship will lead and provide strategic and operational leadership for Immigrants Rising’s entrepreneurship portfolio as a core driver of economic mobility for undocumented communities. This role is responsible for setting and advancing a cohesive entrepreneurship vision that bridges direct services, institutional capacity building, and systems-level change. The Director leads program strategy and execution, manages a growing team and portfolio of partners, and plays a central role in positioning Immigrants Rising as a statewide and national leader in entrepreneurship as an economic mobility pathway. As a senior leader, the Director of Entrepreneurship works closely with the Executive Director and cross-functional leadership to align entrepreneurship programming with Immigrants Rising’s broader mission, policy agenda, and Economic Mobility for All Campaign. The role requires a balance of strategic leadership, people management, external representation, and a deep understanding of the structural barriers facing undocumented entrepreneurs. This position carries responsibility for departmental outcomes, grant performance, partnerships, and contributing to organizational strategy and growth. KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES Strategy, Vision, and Program Leadership (Approximately 30% of the role) - Set and lead a clear, cohesive entrepreneurship strategy that advances economic mobility for undocumented people and aligns with Immigrants Rising’s strategic plan. - Oversee the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of entrepreneurship programs, ensuring alignment across direct services, capacity building, and systems-level change. - Establish department-level goals, priorities, and success metrics, and hold the team accountable for outcomes and impact. - Identify opportunities to scale or adapt entrepreneurship models across California and potentially beyond, responding to community needs and field level trends. - Translate economic, policy, and ecosystem insights into strategic programmatic direction. - Serve as a senior external representative for Immigrants Rising’s entrepreneurship portfolio, proactively identifying field-level opportunities, potential funding pathways, and strategic partnerships that advance program growth, innovation, and long-term sustainability. Systems Change Leadership (Approximately 20% of the role) - Serve as a senior organizational leader advancing Immigrants Rising’s entrepreneurship agenda across advocacy campaigns, coalitions, and strategy spaces, ensuring entrepreneurship remains a central pathway within the organization’s broader economic mobility vision. - Partner closely with policy, research, and communications leadership to align entrepreneurship strategy with policy priorities, narrative change efforts, and systems-level interventions that expand economic opportunity for undocumented entrepreneurs. - Elevate insights from entrepreneurship programs to inform solutions related to access to capital, public contracting, licensing, workforce pathways, and small-business ecosystem development. - Represent Immigrants Rising in high-level coalitions, policy tables, and convenings focused on entrepreneurship, economic mobility, and inclusive economic development, strengthening the organization’s influence and partnerships. - Contribute thought leadership—through public speaking, writing, and field-building efforts—that positions Immigrants Rising as a leading voice on entrepreneurship as a driver of economic mobility and systems change. Program Integration, Research & Narrative Alignment (Approximately 20% of the role) - Partner closely with Program Directors and senior leadership to ensure entrepreneurship initiatives are integrated with direct services, institutional capacity building, and broader economic mobility strategies. - Collaborate with Research and Communications teams to align entrepreneurship priorities with data, evaluation, and narrative change efforts that elevate the experiences and impact of undocumented entrepreneurs. - Translate insights from entrepreneurship programming—including outcomes, challenges, and lessons learned—into strategic guidance that informs program evolution, advocacy, and organizational decision-making. - Ensure entrepreneurship work strengthens Immigrants Rising’s role as a thought leader in the field, advancing a compelling narrative of entrepreneurship as a pathway to economic mobility. Team Leadership and Departmental Management (Approximately 15% of the role) - Build, lead, and manage a high-performing entrepreneurship team, including direct supervision of staff, fellows, and consultants. - Set departmental goals, priorities, and performance expectations aligned with organizational strategy. - Provide strategic direction, coaching, and professional development to team members, ensuring clarity of roles, strong delegation, and accountability. - Foster an inclusive, equity-centered, and results-driven team culture aligned with Immigrants Rising’s values. - Support cross-functional collaboration and ensure alignment across Immigrants Rising’s programs, as well as research, communications, and development teams. Financial & Operational Oversight (Approximately 15% of the role) - Provide strategic leadership for entrepreneurship related fundraising efforts, including shaping program concepts and priorities for grant proposals. - Oversee grant funded entrepreneurship initiatives, ensuring deliverables, reporting, and compliance requirements are met. - Manage and oversee the department budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility, transparency, and alignment with organizational goals. - Partner with development, finance, and executive leadership to identify sustainable funding strategies for the department. - Lead operational planning and infrastructure for the department, strengthening internal systems, workflows, and cross-functional coordination to ensure effective execution, accountability, and long-term sustainability.

Job Title: Entrepreneurship Program Coordinator Classification: Full-Time @ 40 hrs/wk, Non-Exempt, Work authorization is required Duration: This position is funded by a 2-year grant. Position continuing is contingent on grant funding Salary Band: Band 1, Assistant/Coordinator Compensation: $28.85 - $33/hr Location: Remote, work must be performed in the California Central Valley, specifically Fresno or surrounding areas Travel Requirements: up to 10% of time (includes local travel) Reports To: Director of Programs (until we hire a Director of Entrepreneurship) Direct Reports: None ABOUT IMMIGRANTS RISING Founded in 2006, Immigrants Rising transforms individuals and fuels broader changes. With resources and support, undocumented people are able to get an education, pursue careers, and build a brighter future for themselves and their community. For more information, visit www.immigrantsrising.org. ABOUT THE POSITION The Entrepreneurship Coordinator supports the implementation and coordination of Immigrants Rising’s entrepreneurship programs, including training initiatives, microgrant programs, pitch competitions, and technical assistance efforts. This role focuses on program logistics, participant coordination, documentation, and administrative execution to ensure the smooth delivery of entrepreneurship programs. Working under the direction of the Entrepreneurship Director or Manager, the Coordinator helps execute defined program plans, track participant engagement, and support financial disbursement processes tied to entrepreneurship initiatives. This role is ideal for someone early in their career who is detail-oriented, systems-minded, and deeply committed to advancing economic mobility for undocumented entrepreneurs. This position is funded by a 2-year grant. Position continuing is contingent on grant funding. KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES Program Coordination & Implementation (Approximately 40% of the role) - Support the execution of entrepreneurship programs, including trainings, workshops, pitch competitions, and microgrant initiatives. - Coordinate logistics for virtual and in-person events (scheduling, registration, materials, reminders, follow-ups). - Track participant enrollment, attendance, milestones, and completion requirements using organizational tools (Airtable, Asana, etc.). - Maintain updated program resources, toolkits, templates, and contact lists. - Conduct structured check-ins with entrepreneurs to monitor progress and program compliance. - Document processes and procedures to ensure consistent program implementation. - Provide administrative and operational support to ensure programs stay on timeline and aligned with established goals. Participant Support & Accountability (Approximately 25% of the role) - Maintain consistent communication with program participants, responding to inquiries clearly and professionally. - Provide structured support and accountability to entrepreneurship participants in alignment with program agreements. - Monitor completion of required deliverables tied to grant disbursements or pitch competition eligibility. - Respond to participant inquiries in a timely and professional manner. - Escalate complex technical, legal, or financial questions to appropriate staff. - Help ensure participants understand program expectations, timelines, and reporting requirements. Communication & Cross-Team Coordination (Approximately 25% of the role) - Draft meeting notes, participant communications, and internal updates. - Maintains communication with cross-programmatic departments to identify opportunities for collaboration.  - Coordinate with Communications, Development, and Research teams to provide participant stories, engagement metrics, photos, and updates. - Support outreach efforts to promote entrepreneurship programming. - Communicate with external vendors, speakers, contractors, and partners as assigned. - Follow organizational communication norms and effectively utilize tech systems. Financial & Administrative Support (Approximately 10% of the role) - Support tracking of stipends, microgrant disbursement schedules, honorariums, and participant agreements according to established procedures. - Maintain organized financial documentation related to entrepreneurship programs. - Submit reimbursements and expense reports accurately and on time. - Support grant reporting processes by tracking outputs and maintaining accurate data records.

Job Title: Director, People & Operations Classification: Regular, Full-Time @ 40 hrs/wk, Exempt, Work authorization is required Salary Band: Band 6, Executive Team Director Compensation: $110,000 - $120,000 Location: Remote, work must be performed in California Travel Requirements: Approximately 10% of time (includes local travel) Reports To: Executive Director Direct Reports: No staff members, but will oversee several consultants Expected Start: June, 2026 ABOUT IMMIGRANTS RISING Founded in 2006, Immigrants Rising transforms individuals and fuels broader changes. With resources and support, undocumented people are able to get an education, pursue careers, and build a brighter future for themselves and their community. For more information, visit www.immigrantsrising.org. ABOUT THE POSITION The Director of People & Operations is a new position that will provide strategic and operational leadership for Immigrants Rising’s people, culture, and organizational infrastructure. This role is responsible for building and stewarding equitable, compliant, and scalable systems that support staff performance and wellbeing, organizational health, and mission impact during a period of growth and increasing complexity. As a senior organizational leader that will sit on the Executive Team, the Director will partner closely with the Executive Director and cross-functional leadership to translate Immigrants Rising’s values into consistent people practices, strong internal systems, and clear accountability structures. The role balances strategic leadership with hands-on execution, ensuring the organization has the policies, processes, and supports needed to sustain a high-performing, mission-aligned team. This position carries responsibility for people operations strategy, compliance, performance management systems, internal operations, and contributing to organization-wide planning and decision-making. KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES People Strategy, Culture, & Performance Leadership (Approximately 35% of the role) - Set and lead a cohesive people and culture strategy that advances Immigrants Rising’s mission, values, and equity commitments. - Design and oversee performance management frameworks, including goal-setting, feedback practices, cycles, and maintaining a culture of feedback, evaluations, and corrective action processes. - Serve as a trusted thought partner to the Executive Director and Directors on people leadership, team dynamics, and organizational health. - Coach and support Directors and senior managers in managing performance, navigating difficult conversations, and building strong teams. - Ensure consistent, fair, and transparent application of people policies across the organization. Human Resources, Compliance, & Risk Management (Approximately 25% of the role) - Oversee all HR functions, including hiring, onboarding, offboarding, classification, compensation practices, benefits administration, and employee relations. - Interpret and apply employment policies, including leave, accommodations, and immigration-related time off, in alignment with legal requirements and organizational values. - Partner with legal counsel, HR consultants, and Operations staff to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws. - Identify organizational risk related to people operations and proactively design systems to mitigate exposure. - Maintain and continuously improve the employee handbook, policies, and internal documentation. Operations, Systems, & Organizational Infrastructure (Approximately 20% of the role) - Provide strategic oversight and implementation for internal operations systems, including HRIS, overseeing payroll, performance tracking, and internal workflows. - Ensure operational systems support organizational growth, audit readiness, and funder compliance. - Lead continuous improvement of internal processes to increase clarity, efficiency, and cross-team coordination. - Partner with Executive Director, CFO and Operations colleagues to align people systems with budgeting, forecasting, and organizational planning. Financial Stewardship & Operational Leadership  (Approximately 10% of the role) - Take ownership of People & Operations budgets in partnership with the Executive Director and program leads, ensuring responsible planning, forecasting, and resource alignment. - Monitor organization-wide operational expenses, including vendors, consultants, HR systems, payroll, benefits, insurance, and software platforms, ensuring financial sustainability and alignment with priorities. - Support audit preparation and compliance efforts related to HR, operations and internal controls, maintaining clear documentation and strong organizational practices. Executive Team Responsibilities (Approximately 10% of the role) - Serve as a core member of Immigrants Rising’s Executive Team, contributing to organizational strategy, decision-making, and change management. - Partner with Directors across programs to align people systems with programmatic and advocacy goals. - Model Immigrants Rising’s values and leadership principles internally and externally. - Support fundraising efforts by ensuring strong operational readiness, accurate budgets, and grant compliance in partnership with the Executive Director and Development team. - Represent the organization in high-level external meetings, funder conversations, and public forums as needed. - Support board engagement by providing program updates, analysis, and strategic recommendations. - Help translate executive- and Board-level decisions into effective internal implementation.