Partnership for Public Service

Title: Senior Manager, Development (California) Location: Remote CA Full Time Full-Time Job Description: ORGANIZATION The Partnership for Public Service is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to building a better government and a stronger democracy. Central to this mission is our work to connect the government with those it serves by protecting it from harm and reimagining the way it works on behalf of the public. Building on our over 20 years of experience, we: - Educate and engage the public about the value of government and how eroding its capacity hurts communities nationwide - Collaborate with a range of stakeholders to devise and advance bold reforms that seek to make our government more effective, responsive and accountable to the American people - Equip and advise government leaders at the federal, state and local levels to develop critical skills for effective public service. Our staff, diverse in experience and perspective, is mission-driven, creative, collaborative, optimistic and inclusive. Our work is strategic, fast-paced and guided by our values: - Passion for public service and our work toward more effective government - People who promote a culture of learning, leadership, collaboration, inclusion and respect - Persistence to drive change, take strategic risks and deliver results - Promise to be trustworthy, nonpartisan and fiscally responsible We hire smart and friendly people who are great at what they do and good to one another in the process. POSITION OVERVIEW The Senior Manager, Development - California is a fully remote position based in the San Francisco Bay Area. This person will join a growing team of experienced Washington, D.C.-based development professionals to secure resources to advance and sustain the organization's work in California and beyond. They will deploy fundraising and relationship management skills to raise the organization's profile and grow support primarily from foundations and high-net-worth individuals based in California and support corporate relationships in the region. The Senior Manager will be capable of effectively managing a diverse portfolio of prospects and funders, and skilled at closing $100,000+ commitments. They will work in close coordination with other Partnership staff and effectively engage, support and deploy the organization's CEO, senior executives and board members in pursuit of funding opportunities. The Senior Manager will be passionate about applying their skills to the Partnership's mission and will be completely comfortable working independently, proactively and energetically while collaborating with others to advance the organization's mission. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES - Provide input into revenue targets and strategies to support the Partnership, primarily for programs and initiatives in California. - Use various donor research and relationship building methods to Identify and cultivate a portfolio of prospects for the Partnership's CA-based and national programming. - Work with other Development team members to steward CA-based donors and design and execute cultivation events to raise the Partnership's profile in the region. - Draft concept papers, grant proposals and grant reports, as required. - Maintain contact and prospect information in Salesforce and ensure meeting notes and other information are appropriately captured in the system. As a member of the Development team, the Senior Manager, Development - California will: - Work directly with other members of the Development team and adhere to standard procedures to ensure strong communication, collaboration and recordkeeping. - Seek out training opportunities that support professional growth and align with an annual performance management plan. KEY COMPETENCIES - Ability to think strategically and synthesize complex information into concise messages and communications. - Team player with a demonstrated commitment to collaboration with internal and external stakeholders and a propensity for seeking and engaging a diversity of perspectives and viewpoints. - Experience managing up to a CEO or other senior executives to ensure their productive engagement in fundraising and decision-making. - Detail-oriented with strong project management skills, who can work under pressure, manage priorities and meet tight deadlines. - Consistent, sound judgment and decision-making skills. - Excellent relationship management and communication skills. - Ability to convey the Partnership's mission and priorities in a compelling manner while remaining scrupulously nonpartisan. - Creative, resourceful, proactive and agile. - Ability to handle challenges and obstacles with tact, diplomacy and flexibility. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE - Minimum seven years of fundraising or relevant work experience, with progressive responsibility, including donor or sponsor cultivation, proposal development and relationship management. - Demonstrated track record of successfully securing major gifts from high-net-worth individuals and significant foundation grants, including prospect identification, relationship cultivation, proposal development, and grant stewardship and reporting. - Experience working in complex organization and across functions to yield best fundraising results. - Bachelor's degree required, or equivalent professional work or military experience. - Familiarity with and commitment to using donor relationship management systems; knowledge of Salesforce is preferred. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY/REPORTING STRUCTURE This position will not directly supervise others. They will report to the Director, Institutional Giving and will work in close coordination with other members of the Development team. WORK ENVIRONMENT This job operates in a remote setting in the San Francisco Bay Area of California, with the requirement to travel to other parts of CA and occasional travel to Washington, D.C. This position requires consistent use of office equipment such as computer, telephone, printer and scanner. POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK This position is full-time and classified as exempt from overtime pay. Official business hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. PT, though the Partnership allows flexibility in work schedules. Occasional evening or weekend activities may be required. TRAVEL If travel occurs, it is usually during the business day. Some out of the area and/or overnight travel may occasionally be required. For all full-time staff working outside the Washington, D.C./Maryland/Virginia (DMV) area, the Partnership will cover the cost of travel (air/train/bus) to and from the Partnership office in Washington, D.C., meals, and two-nights lodging for each of two trips in any calendar year. SALARY AND BENEFITS The starting salary range for this position is $115,500 - $130,000. The Partnership offers a compensation package that includes a competitive salary; medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; long- and short-term disability insurance; a 401(k) program with a 4 percent employer match; opportunities for training and development; 15 days of annual leave per year, 10 days of sick leave per year, plus all federal holidays and the day after Thanksgiving off. CA-based employees are also eligible for $50/month stipend for internet reimbursement. AAP/EEO STATEMENT The Partnership adheres to all federal, state and local employment laws. Partnership for Public Service is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, caste, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, veteran status, disability; or on any other basis prohibited by law.

• Provide input into revenue targets and strategies to support the Partnership • Use various donor research and relationship building methods • Work with other Development team members to steward CA-based donors • Draft concept papers, grant proposals and grant reports, as required • Maintain contact and prospect information in Salesforce

• Provide input into revenue targets and strategies to support the Partnership, primarily for programs and initiatives in California. • Use various donor research and relationship building methods to Identify and cultivate a portfolio of prospects for the Partnership’s CA-based and national programming. • Work with other Development team members to steward CA-based donors and design and execute cultivation events to raise the Partnership’s profile in the region. • Draft concept papers, grant proposals and grant reports, as required. • Maintain contact and prospect information in Salesforce and ensure meeting notes and other information are appropriately captured in the system. • Work directly with other members of the Development team and adhere to standard procedures to ensure strong communication, collaboration and recordkeeping. • Seek out training opportunities that support professional growth and align with an annual performance management plan.

Title: Associate Manager, Public Service Leadership Institute Location: Washington United States Job Description: ORGANIZATION The Partnership for Public Service is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to building a better government and a stronger democracy. Central to this mission is our work to connect the government with those it serves by protecting it from harm and reimagining the way it works on behalf of the public. Building on our over 20 years of experience, we: - Prepare civil servants to navigate an increasingly complex federal environment - Educate and engage the public about the value of government and how eroding its capacity hurts communities nationwide - Collaborate with a range of stakeholders to devise and advance bold reforms that seek to make our federal institutions more effective, responsive and accountable to the American people - Equip and advise government leaders at the federal, state and local levels to develop critical skills for effective public service. Our staff, diverse in experience and perspective, is mission-driven, creative, collaborative, optimistic and inclusive. Our work is strategic, fast-paced and guided by our values: - Passion for public service and our work toward more effective government - People who promote a culture of learning, leadership, collaboration, inclusion and respect - Persistence to drive change, take strategic risks and deliver results - Promise to be trustworthy, nonpartisan and fiscally responsible We hire smart and friendly people who are great at what they do and good to one another in the process. POSITION OVERVIEW As an associate manager with the Programs team, you will play a critical role in planning and executing the Partnership’s work to develop strong leaders, engage public servants, strengthen government management systems and improve government-wide workforce-related challenges such as recruiting and hiring talent. The associate manager will have a range of responsibilities including scope and budget management, internal and external stakeholder management, and managing programs and events. This will include leading out on program operations, delivery, communications and team coordination. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative team player able to organize multiple assignments, take ownership, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and bring an innovative mindset to solving problems. They will have the ability to build and maintain productive working relationships with internal teams, external stakeholders, customers and our partners. They will demonstrate a commitment to public service and have an interest in taking on increasing responsibility for program management and supervision. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES - With senior-level oversight, manage small to mid-size projects or key components of larger, more complex projects - Develop and oversee budget and expenses for small projects or components of larger projects - Once project scope is established, assist with breaking work down into activities and deliverables; manage the completion of those activities and deliverables as assigned - Analyze evaluation data for project effectiveness, offering a point of view and making recommendations to maximize impact and solve problems - Synthesize information and use it to create a clear and concise approach to executing work and deliverables - Demonstrate developed written, oral and presentational skills, managing external and internal program communications - Synthesize information and use it to create a clear and concise approach to executing work and deliverables - Coordinate and facilitate internal planning meetings and project meetings with external partners - Build and maintain productive working relationships with government leaders and external partners, establishing credibility and earning their confidence through exceptional customer service and relationship-building KEY COMPETENCIES - Strong project management skills, with demonstrated ability to work under pressure and manage various priorities and deadlines. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Strong relationship building and management skills with external and internal stakeholders. - Excellent attention to detail, quality and value. - Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills. - Adept at working in a fast-paced and high-energy environment. - Demonstrated presentation and meeting facilitation skills. - Willing and able to work effectively as part of a team across the larger enterprise, sharing information and insights, collaborating to solve problems, and effectively connecting the organization’s leadership programming to our broader mission. - Commitment to continuous learning. - Demonstrated passion for, and commitment to, public service, and an interest in the mission of the Partnership. REQUIRED/PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE - Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work or military experience required. - Two to four years of relevant, full-time work experience. - Familiarity with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and SharePoint, required. WORK ENVIRONMENT This job operates in a hybrid (remote + office) environment in Washington, DC. The successful candidate must be a permanent resident in the Washington, DC, Maryland or Virginia area. The person in this role is expected to work in the office, on average, three days per week – with Wednesday as the required day in-office. This position requires consistent use of office equipment such as computer, telephone, printer/scanner and MS Office.    In assessing employee performance at the Partnership, we consider collaboration, results, and demonstration of our values.   POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK This is a full-time exempt position with regular work hours Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET. Occasional evening or weekend activities may be required. Please note the Partnership allows flexibility in work schedules. TRAVEL If travel occurs, it is usually during the business day. Very little out of the area and/or overnight travel will be required as well. SALARY AND BENEFITS The starting salary range for this position is $62,500 - $65,500. The Partnership offers a compensation package that includes a competitive salary; medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; long- and short-term disability insurance; a 401(k) program with a 4 percent employer match; opportunities for training and development; commuter benefits; 15 days of annual leave per year, 10 days of sick leave per year, plus all federal holidays and the day after Thanksgiving off; and use of an on-site exercise facility. EEO STATEMENT The Partnership adheres to all federal, state and local employment laws. Partnership for Public Service is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, caste, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, veteran status, disability; or on any other basis prohibited by law.

Title: Manager, Public Service Leadership Institute Location: Washington United States Job Description: THE ORGANIZATION The Partnership for Public Service is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to building a better government and a stronger democracy. Central to this mission is our work to connect the government with those it serves by protecting it from harm and reimagining the way it works on behalf of the public. Building on our over 20 years of experience, we: - Prepare civil servants to navigate an increasingly complex federal environment - Educate and engage the public about the value of government and how eroding its capacity hurts communities nationwide - Collaborate with a range of stakeholders to advance bold reforms that seek to make our federal institutions more effective, responsive and accountable to the American people - Equip and advise government leaders at the federal, state and local levels to develop critical skills for effective public service. Our staff, diverse in experience and perspective, is mission-driven, creative, collaborative, optimistic and inclusive. Our work is strategic, fast-paced and guided by our values: - Passion for public service and our work toward more effective government - People who promote a culture of learning, leadership, collaboration, inclusion and respect - Persistence to drive change, take strategic risks and deliver results - Promise to be trustworthy, nonpartisan and fiscally responsible We hire smart and friendly people who are great at what they do and good to one another in the process. POSITION OVERVIEW The Partnership is seeking a dynamic, collaborative and motivated project manager to join our Public Service Leadership Institute (PSLI) team to manage cohorts of our AI Government Leadership program and other AI-focused leadership projects. Our Artificial Intelligence Government Leadership program is a multi-month leadership development program designed to help senior government leaders build a clear understanding of AI fundamentals, identify meaningful and practical AI opportunities in their work, and lead responsibly as they navigate the opportunities and risks associated with AI. Participants include members of the Senior Executive Service (SES) as well as other senior leaders from across government. As the Partnership expands our work in the AI and data space, we are intentionally growing this program, and related efforts, to create lasting and scalable change in government. This role will manage the day-to-day execution of cohorts of the AI Government Leadership program under the support and supervision of the program senior manager. Responsibilities include planning and execution, leading teams of executive coaches and program staff who deliver the programs to government leaders and managing relationships with external stakeholders. They will also lead other AI-focused leadership projects, for example building AI-participant alumni networks and deepening the impact of participant-led AI projects. This position is ideal for someone with a strong project management background who also has experience with delegation; excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills; experience designing and launching new programs and working with funders; and demonstrated experience in relationship management. An interest in AI, a basic working knowledge of AI and a willingness to continuously learn about its evolving capabilities will be important in this position. An understanding of its implications for leadership, organizations, and the public sector is a plus. Please note, this is not a technical position. While familiarity with AI is strongly preferred, this is fundamentally a program management role centered on overseeing and advancing a leadership development program. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES - Lead the day-to-day management of cohorts of the AI Government Leadership program, including setting goals and objectives, establishing project plans, developing and monitoring budgets, tracking deliverables and reporting on task completion, risk management and driving results through program implementation. - Lead the program team (including associate managers, junior staff and interns) to deliver the program. - Collaborate with executive coaches/facilitators, internal content designers and other subject matter experts to ensure program content and design are aligned and up to date with the Partnership's Public Service Leadership Model. - Build and maintain relationships with staff, coaches, participants, government officials and other experts to ensure the successful design and delivery of the programs. - Engage other teams across the organization that support the success of our programs, including the AI Center for Government, business development, operations, and communications. - Facilitate team meetings, planning conversations with coaches and consultants and other aspects of the programs, as needed. - Ensure programs achieve intended impacts and meet quality and revenue targets. - Monitor program evaluation results and act upon lessons learned to continuously improve programming. - Plan and manage events, both in-person and virtual, for government employees and key stakeholders in a collaborative environment. - Project manage initiatives related to AI government leadership including design, timing, budget, and execution. KEY COMPETENCIES - Excellent project management skills, including prioritizing, planning, budgeting and decision-making. - Strong people management skills, including building teams, delegating effectively and developing others. - Outstanding written and verbal communication skills. - Ability to quickly build credibility and trust with stakeholders. - Ability to build consensus amongst various stakeholders. - Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. - Willing and able to work effectively as part of a team across the larger enterprise, gathering and sharing information and insights, collaborating to solve problems and effectively connecting leadership development work to the broader organization. - Able to work in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment and to organize multiple and varied projects simultaneously. - Demonstrated passion for and commitment to public service and an interest in the mission of the Partnership. REQUIRED/PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE - Bachelor's degree or equivalent work or military experience required. - Five to seven years of relevant work experience, including demonstrated success leading projects to accomplish results. - Interest in and working knowledge of AI strongly preferred, with demonstrated involvement in AI public service projects a plus. - Knowledge of or experience with the federal and state workforce preferred. - Prior supervisory responsibilities preferred. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY/REPORTING STRUCTURE This position reports to a senior manager or director. This position will directly and indirectly supervise associates and/or associate managers. WORK ENVIRONMENT This job operates in a hybrid (remote + office) environment in Washington, DC. The successful candidate must be a permanent resident in the Washington, DC, Maryland or Virginia area. The person in this role is expected to work in the office, on average, three days per week - with Wednesday as the required day in-office. This position requires consistent use of office equipment such as computer, telephone, printer/scanner and MS Office. In assessing employee performance at the Partnership, we consider collaboration, results, and demonstration of our values. POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK This is a full-time, exempt position with regular work hours Monday-Friday. Occasional evening or weekend activities may be required. Please note that the Partnership allows flexibility in work schedules. TRAVEL If travel occurs, it is usually during the business day. Very little out of the area and/or overnight travel will be required. SALARY AND BENEFITS The starting salary range for this position is $70,000 - $95,000. The Partnership offers a compensation package that includes a competitive salary; medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; long- and short-term disability insurance; a 401(k) program with a 4 percent employer match; opportunities for training and development; commuter benefits; 15 days of annual leave per year, 10 days of sick leave per year, plus all federal holidays and the day after Thanksgiving off; and use of an on-site exercise facility. EEO STATEMENT The Partnership adheres to all federal, state, and local employment laws. Partnership for Public Service is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, caste, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, veteran status, disability; or on any other basis prohibited by law.