POSITION DESCRIPTION Position: Program Manager Program: VITA Tax Program Reports to: Program Director Salary Range: $60,000 to $65,000 Posted: March 30, 2024 Start Date: Immediately Full – Time- Vita Tax Program About Ariva MISSION: Our mission is to bring economic justice, opportunity and inclusion to our Bronx neighbors and other underserved communities across New York City. VISION: We envision a world where all New York City residents experience economic justice, financial inclusion, and the opportunity to build financially empowered and prosperous lives. We offer free comprehensive financial capabilities services and free income tax assistance at locations around New York City. Information on our projects and programs Position Description The Program Manager is part of Ariva’s management team and has lead responsibility for the management and performance of one year round VITA tax site and up to six seasonal tax sites. The Program Manager has direct supervision of two to three permanent staff and about twelve seasonal employees. The manager is responsible for ensuring that the sites within their portfolio meet all internal and external contract goals. Ariva is one of the most established non-profit free tax assistance organizations in the Bronx. We are an IRS sponsored VITA program and a Certified Acceptance Agent for ITINs. The program serves over 8,000 New Yorker each year at about ten seasonal and three year round locations. The tax team is composed of 5 full-time year-round staff, 20-25 seasonal staff and about 100 hundred volunteers. This job involves frequent local travel to sites around NYC and requires some evenings and weekend hours over the course of the year. During the main filing season (January-April), the Program Manager can expect to work most evenings and Saturdays. Face-to-face in-person service is an essential component of this position. All staff must be vaccinated and must follow the health and safety procedures in our offices. This position is 100% in person. The average work week is 45 hours, more during the income tax filing season and other busy times of year. Ariva is a growing organization, and this position offers the opportunity to grow with us. Responsibilities The Program Manager has full responsibility for the tax sites in their portfolio. The Program Manager directly oversees projects and tax sites and supervises line staff. They also provide coverage as needed in the absence of site staff to ensure seamless and efficient operations of the tax sites. The Tax Program is a VITA program highly regulated by the IRS. The Program Manager ensures that all aspects of the tax sites in their portfolio are fully compliant with all IRS VITA program requirements. Ariva is also a Certified Acceptance Agent for ITINs. This IRS program also has stringent compliance requirements and, in addition, has extensive record keeping requirements. If ITINs are accepted at any of their locations, the Program Manager is responsible for ensuring that Ariva is at all times fully compliant with the requirements of the ITIN program. Responsibilities Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Primary Responsibilities · Tax site performance monitoring and reporting. Ensuring the tax sites at all times meet all IRS and local funders requirements, including but not limited to the ten IRS Quality Site Requirements. · Recruitment, mentoring, retention and supervision of site coordinators and seasonal staff. · Oversight of community outreach campaigns and marketing to support a client pipeline at assigned sites. Maintaining an up-to-date client story bank. · Cultivation and engagement of community partners, financial services partners, and other host partners in the communities where the tax sites are located · Coordinating program integration activities with Ariva’s financial counseling program. · Ensuring a highly professional and client-centered environment at all of Ariva’s tax sites. · Ensuring the tax sites have at all times adequate equipment, technology and supplies and safeguards in place to preserve the privacy and safety of client data. Duties include securely maintaining an equipment inventory of laptops and peripherals, and ensuring the software is up to date, including security and antiviral software. · Participate in weekly Ariva management team meetings. Additional Responsibilities The Program Manager will also have lead responsibility for at least one of the following initiatives: · Direct Ariva’s ITIN program. Ensure that Ariva’s ITIN program is fully compliant with all IRS requirements. · Oversee Ariva’s Senior Citizen Tax Initiative, a program focused exclusively on the tax needs of seniors in our communities. · Oversee Ariva’s tax time savings and asset building initiatives. The assigned manager has lead responsibility in identifying, implementing and monitoring tax time savings efforts at our sites Supportive Responsibilities In addition to the above lead responsibilities, the Program Manager will work closely with and provide support to the Program director in the following: · Contract management. · Reviewing and approving communications content, including website information and social media content related to the tax programs Core Competencies: Minimum three years of experience in managing VITA sites. Seasonal site experience is acceptable. · A demonstrated commitment to and experience working with low-income people and in low-income communities. · Extraordinary customer service skills and high standards of professionalism. · Skilled in managing, motivating and supporting staff and volunteers. · Strong project management skills; ability to simultaneously manage several busy tax sites. · Cultural competence to provide services to the diverse members of our community. · Ability to identify and build new relationships and manage existing ones with community partners. · Computer-literate; comfortable with data management, data entry, and reporting. · Very strong written and verbal communication skills. · Familiarity with CRMs, especially Salesforce and tax software (currently TaxSlayer) · Contract or grant management experience and skills. · Able to work in person and engage in frequent local travel to visit multiple tax sites, primarily in the Bronx. · Willing and able to be flexible in their work schedule; able to accommodate evening and weekend hours to support the tax sites. Depending on project portfolio, additional competencies may be required in: · Services to seniors · ITIN preparation · Asset building and tax time savings. In addition to the above core competencies, the ideal candidate would also have · Basic knowledge of individual income tax returns · Familiarity with social media and some or all of the following applications; Salesforce, Constant Contacts, Wordpress. Salary: $60,000 to $65,000/year, depending on experience. Ariva offers full-time employees subsidized health and dental insurance, generous paid time off and other benefits. This posting will remain open through August 30th, 2024. "Ariva is an Equal Opportunity Employer"
The Department of Chemistry and Physical Sciences invites applications for a Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Chemistry beginning in Spring 2025. Successful candidates must have a Ph.D. in chemistry, with a focus on bioinorganic and/or environmental inorganic chemistry and the ability to direct undergraduate research. Teaching responsibilities will include general chemistry for chemistry majors, nursing chemistry courses, and courses for non-science majors. In addition, we seek a candidate that can develop a one-semester inorganic chemistry course for chemistry majors/minors. We seek applicants who are enthusiastic about undergraduate education and are motivated researchers capable of leading a project and training undergraduates in designing and performing experiments, interpreting data, solving problems in the lab, preparing publications, and presenting results at conferences. Prior teaching experience is preferred. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching interests and philosophy, a description of research plans to engage undergraduate students, and a list of three individuals with contact information to serve as professional references. Contact information should include the reference’s name, email address and phone number(s). The position requires a Ph.D. for appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor. It is the policy of St Joseph’s University not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, military status, status as a protected veteran, marital status or status of an individual in any group or class protected by applicable federal, New York State or New York City Law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, and all other school administered programs or policies. The University also provides accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. If you need an accommodation during the application process or while employed, please contact Human Resources.
Assist in the set-up and execution of F&B related ship functions and special events. Tally all sales transactions and correctly follow accounting procedures; correctly tally bar revenue. Maintain in depth knowledge of all Bar Menus in order to deliver exceptional STAR Service, at all times. Prepare and serve drinks, in accordance with company standards and ensure that correct recipes are followed. Ensure cost control and adhere to set budgets; conduct stock takes and inventory, according to company procedures; ensure the correct storage of stock and establish par levels. Ensure assigned areas are set up in accordance with the direction from the relevant Supervisors and Viking’s Operations Manuals and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Follow service procedures according to Standard Operating Procedures, Departmental Service Standards and all applicable Public Health Polices. Prepare and operate F&B activities in all outlets, this includes but is not limited to beverage outlets; ensure all F&B activities are prepared and executed, according to company standards. Minimize equipment loss/damage, and maintain immaculate cleanliness standards in relevant areas, by applying safe working policies and procedures, according to all Public Health Policies, and ensuring that all equipment is sanitized and returned accordingly, after each use. Ensure mise-en-place for all areas of responsibility are prepared 15 minutes prior to service. Partake in embarkation duty, as directed, including but not limited to luggage assistance, escorting Guests and any other related duties; participate in loadings, as required by Supervisors. Participate in “The Daily Reunion” every day to understand your team’s operational needs and to ensure consistent adherence to Viking’s STAR Service Standards. Provide the highest level of comfort and sales-oriented service to Guests and consistently maintain an impeccable standard of cleanliness and hygiene in assigned areas, as per Viking’s STAR Service Standards and all Public Health Policies; proactively prepare service according to Guest flow, embarkation & disembarkation, sea day activities & other activities. Ensure you always wear the appropriate and task specific Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required for your duties onboard. Always use correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries. Uphold impeccable grooming standards at all times by complying with Viking’s Image and Uniform Standards. Ensure that company property is appropriately secured and protected, especially during rough weather conditions, in order to prevent unnecessary loss or damage. Demonstrates outstanding flexibility: able to work at different times of the day, under pressure and reflect a positive can-do attitude and the best image of Viking at all times. Become knowledgeable about itinerary-related ports of call, shore excursions and shipboard activities such as events, entertainment and programs. Have strong motivation to achieve the company goals and objectives (quality and financial) for the Bar Department. Have full knowledge about safety & security procedures and can operate in line with all Public Health, Environmental and Safety & Security Policies; participate in all training concerning onboard training, safety & security, fire prevention, evacuation exercises as required by the company. Assist in other departments and/or perform additional duties, upon instruction from supervisors. This document describes the primary activities, duties and responsibilities of this position. Your manager or supervisor may assign additional duties and responsibilities to you.
CS Family Office Investment Fund focuses on four core areas, including but not limited to: 1. Deep Tech/Artificial Intelligence: Investing in cutting-edge technology and AI startups to drive industry innovation and transformation. 2. Tech Incubation: Providing comprehensive investment incubation support to enhance the business environment for startups and help promising ventures go further. 3. Real Estate Technology: Reforming the real estate industry by offering disruptive technological solutions to address current challenges. 4. Impact Investment: Investing in meaningful and socially transformative entrepreneurial ventures, supporting startups that contribute to positive societal change. Established in 2022, CS Family Office Investment Fund is dedicated to investing in innovative companies addressing pain points across various industries globally. By providing solutions in financing, commercialization, marketing, and other value-added services, we accelerate the growth of our invested companies. Currently, our investment targets are companies in the United States, EU and Southeast Asia. Qualifications: - Over one year of venture capital experience (venture capital or growth equity firms), investment banking, or growth-stage venture capital. - Direct early-stage investment experience or relevant preference in one of the four main investment areas of CS Family Office Investment Fund. - Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field. Advanced degree (MBA, CFA, etc.) preferred. Has a background in artificial intelligence/finance disciplines, possessing rich professional knowledge and strong learning ability. - Detail-oriented with excellent written skills, able to provide high-quality work results that drive key decisions, adjust content quickly based on project feedback, and demonstrate a sense of urgency. - Confident interpersonal skills, clear logical expression of professional opinions in professional discussions, a strong curiosity to learn new things, and an active willingness to share information with others. Key Responsibilities: - Portfolio Management: Oversee and track financial and operational results of portfolio companies, prepare monthly portfolio reviews and analyses to articulate investment returns. - Project Analysis: Lead, analyze, and handle project data within the company's scope of operations, providing detailed project analysis reports. - Investment Transaction Processes: Screen and track investment transaction processes through market research, industry development, and relationship-building with the venture capital community. - Due Diligence and Financial Modeling: Lead due diligence for key investment projects, prepare investment memoranda, establish financial data models, etc. - Technical and Industry Expertise: Strong understanding of AI and blockchain technologies, with a keen interest in staying updated on industry developments, regulatory changes, and technological advancements in AI and blockchain. Proficiency in using financial databases and software (e.g., Bloomberg, FactSet, Excel). - Analytical and Quantitative Skills: Excellent analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in financial modeling and valuation techniques. Detail-oriented with excellent written skills, able to provide high-quality work results that drive key decisions and adjust content quickly based on project feedback. - Content Creation: Produce compelling and engaging content, including press releases, articles, and other materials for various platforms to communicate fund achievements and milestones. One PR article must be published per month. Compensation: - $13.7/hr, estimated 25 - 30 hours per week. - One month probationary period within the project cycle to assess individual’s capabilities. - In addition to the base salary, commission payments are based on participation in investment transactions after successful project completion. This position is a hybrid type position. Application Instructions: Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and any relevant portfolio samples or work examples demonstrating their expertise