ABOUT US Do you have a passion for higher education? Do you want to make a positive impact on the college admissions process? Our staff help to remove barriers and encourage students to forge their path to a better future. Common App is a national not-for-profit organization dedicated to the pursuit of access, equity, and integrity in the college admission process. Each year we support more than 1 million students, one-third of whom are first-generation, as they apply to our more than 1100 diverse member colleges & universities using the Common App's free online application.  If you are an experienced regional account management professional and want to be part of a mission-driven non-profit that uses innovative technology to advance the college admission process, Common App may be a great match for you. Common App is currently searching for a Director, Member Services.  RESPONSIBILITIES As a key role within the Member Success division, reporting directly to the Senior Director of Member Success, the role will lead a dynamic team that is responsible for ensuring all current Common App members have a high-quality experience that maximizes the value of their use of Common App. The Director, Member Services,  will be responsible for crafting and implementing a strategy to engage members that balances consultative and technical support approaches. This position is responsible for driving increased adoption and utilization of Common App products and services. The Director of Member Services will support the strategy and design of Illunimate, Common App’s annual conference, and provide oversight of other member-centric external engagement options and channels.

• Lead and oversee SOC 1 and SOC 2 examination engagements, including planning, execution, and report delivery. • Manage multiple concurrent engagements while ensuring adherence to AICPA attestation standards, including SSAE 18 AT C 205 and AT C 320. • Develop engagement plans, timelines, and resource allocations. • Ensure timely delivery of high-quality SOC reports and supporting documentation. • Serve as the primary engagement leader responsible for engagement execution, quality, and client coordination.

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director (ED) is responsible for impactful outcomes from the work of Texas Center for Local Food (TCLF). The ED is responsible for financial health, mutually rewarding partnerships, operational effectiveness and efficiency, and for creating a stimulating work environment for the TCLF team. The ED will develop deep knowledge of TCLF’s flagship projects, including TXFED.org, Texas Local Food Directory, and Farm Business Services.  This position is part-time and may become full-time as funding permits and needs require. Activities and Responsibilities - Ensure ongoing operational excellence, rigorous evaluation, and consistent quality of finance and administration, fundraising, communications, and systems. - Provide resources needed for the TCLF team to meet its mission and for the team to have what they need to do their jobs and provide high quality services with joy. - Manage and coach staff, oversee performance, work planning, and professional development. - Actively engage and energize TCLF’s Board members, partnering organizations, and funders.  - Generate revenue through sales of services, including TXFED.org, Texas Local Food Directory listings, and general services contracts for training and technical assistance. - Lead grant prospecting from public and private sources, working with the team to develop mission-aligned, competitive proposals. - Maintain robust progress tracking systems, regularly evaluate operational components, and measure successes that can be communicated effectively to all stakeholders.  - Work closely with the Financial & Administrative Manager and TCLF team to prepare financial and progress reports for funders and stakeholders. - Deepen and refine all aspects of communications – from web presence to external relations with the goal of maintaining a strong brand, to internal communication that maximizes mutual understanding. - Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations and adhere to high ethical standards. - Use external presence and relationships to secure new opportunities for TCLF.  - Be a positive role model for stakeholders and support the mission of TCLF.  - Use effective verbal and written communication to present information accurately and clearly. - Present all materials in a well-organized format to ensure they are easily understandable and, where necessary, reusable by others.

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description BEAM is seeking a Senior Manager of Media & Public Relations to lead and strengthen our Media and PR team during a period of departmental growth. This role is best suited for a steady, experienced project manager who has: - Managed full-time staff teams of 2-5 people - Built systems and workflows - Understands how to balance strategic vision with hands-on execution This position requires comfort with responsibility, follow-through, and long-term thinking. The Senior Manager will guide, direct, and oversee timelines, staff, action plans, and strategy while maintaining the ability to step into execution when needed. Key Responsibilities - Values-Aligned Leadership - Build communications processes that reflect BEAM’s commitment to healing justice, collective care, and non-extractive practices - Foster a collaborative, organized, and supportive team culture - Contribute to a liberatory work environment through thoughtful leadership and clear systems - Project & Team Management - Maintain, build and refine project dashboards to monitor progress, identify bottlenecks, and adjust timelines as needed - Supervise the Creative Project Manager and graphic design, video contractors - Direct, build and support all PR and media projects from conception to completion - Lead cross-departmental communication, ensuring alignment on goals and consistency in messaging - Manage media-related project expenditures, optimizing resources - Conduct project post-mortems to evaluate successes and areas for improvement - Media Relations and Public Engagement - Develop and implement media strategies to increase BEAM’s visibility - Build, maintain, and strengthen relationships with media outlets, journalists, and influencers - Coordinate and conduct media training for BEAM staff and board members - Content Development and Messaging - Collaborate with the Media and PR team to create compelling narratives and materials - Ensure alignment of messaging across channels - Oversee the development and dissemination of public statements and media advisories - Serve as a steward of BEAM’s brand voice and editorial quality - Campaigns and Events - Design and execute media campaigns to support key events and initiatives - Collaborate cross-functionally to support event planning and execution - Develop PR strategies for virtual and in-person events - Analytics and Reporting - Monitor and analyze media coverage, providing regular reports - Track metrics to assess the impact of media strategies - Advocacy and Crisis Communications - Develop and implement strategies for crisis communications - Support BEAM’s advocacy efforts with clear messaging Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience) - Minimum of 5 years of experience in media relations, public relations, or communications - Minimum 5 years experience managing a team of at least two people - Strong understanding of mental health issues related to Black communities - Proven track record of building and managing media relationships - Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills - Experience with digital media and social media platforms - Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, mission-driven environment - Cultural competency and sensitivity to the challenges of mental health within Black communities - Computer literate and skilled in MS Office and G-Suite Preferred Qualifications - Experience with health, crisis communications, and advocacy-related PR work - Media training experience with spokespeople from marginalized communities - Proficiency in content management systems and media monitoring tools - Experience using Notion Travel We anticipate the work can be completed virtually, although there may be opportunities for occasional travel. Additionally, BEAM observes a virtual workplace with occasional travel for organizational events and team-building activities that totals about two to three weeks annually. Compensation This full-time (35 hour) position offers an annual salary of $90,000 with competitive benefits. As of January 1, 2025, our benefits include: - 4 day workweek - Health Insurance with 80% contribution by BEAM - 21 days of PTO annually (increased to 24 days on your first anniversary) - Annual Summer, Fall, and Winter Breaks - 13 Paid Holidays annually - 10 days of wellness leave annually - 7 days of bereavement leave annually - 401k with employer match of up to 3% - 3 months of parental leave after one year of employment - Tech stipend and professional development budget - Basic life insurance - Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance - Noncontributory Short Term Disability To Apply Please fill out the application form on the right side of this page. We are accepting applications on a rolling basis until the position is filled. If you need support with the application or have accessibility needs, email us at [email protected] . We will not respond to messages received via social media or any other email address.