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Start working with usAt Big Brothers Big Sisters, we’re always looking for talented, dedicated people who believe in the power of role models and the potential of children.

Careers

One of the most rewarding ways to get involved with Big Brothers Big Sisters is to work with us. A career with Big Brothers Big Sisters is an opportunity to merge your talents and personal values with your desire to make a difference.

Every day, we are changing the perspectives of children and enabling them to see the world around them in a more positive light. With that newfound point of view, they can see their potential more clearly and dream bigger about their future. Our success is a result of committed and inspired employees, working together to make a lasting impact on America's youth, schools, and communities.

Current Openings (2):

Program Director:

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dane County seeks a full time Program Director. The Program Director is responsible for the day to day implementation of our mission to help children reach their full potential through professionally supported, one-to-one mentoring relationships. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated individual with a proven track record of outstanding service to children. S/he is accountable for program performance; planning, leading and driving implementation of a program designed to increase the overall impact/return on investment for all of our customers—Bigs, Littles their families and our donors.

Provides supervision/coaching, oversight and evaluation of program staff and must have excellent interpersonal skills. Must possess excellent decision-making, strategic planning and evaluation skills and have at least two years’ experience supervising program staff. Must be able to inspire and lead a team with diverse skills. Has energy and drive necessary to build effective relationships within the team and cohesion with fund development.

Evening and weekend work required. Master’s degree in Social Work or a related field is required. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is necessary. Knowledge of data driven outcomes and database management preferred. A car is required.

$35,000 to $42,000 Per Year
Background check required.

Both a cover letter and resume are required to be considered for the position. Materials will be accepted until March 6, 2012.

Mail Resume to:
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dane County
Attn: Dora Zuniga
2059 Atwood Avenue, #2
Madison, WI 53704

Or email: friends@bbbsmadison.org

No calls please.

Front Desk Volunteers Needed!

Office volunteers help with necessary administrative tasks that assist both the mentoring program and fund development staff, such as staffing the reception desk, filing, data entry, helping with mailings, and other tasks. We ask Office volunteers to work one full day per week from 8:30-5 and commit to volunteering for a minimum of 6 months. We currently have openings Tuesday - Friday. Please contact Traci at 661-4375 if you're interested in learning more.

An Opportunity for Growth

That's obviously true for the children we serve. But it's also true within our organization. We need talented and passionate people in a variety of areas including Executive Leadership, Fund Development, Program Management, Marketing and Communications, Human Resources, Finance, and Information Technology.

We are committed to a diverse workforce with representation from every walk of life. We recognize how our organization is greatly enhanced when we unite people of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

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