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Our client, a leader in fast-fashion, who is seeing rapid growth, is looking for a seasoned Art Director to join their team. This person must have specific experience with art/creative direction in a fashion/retail environment, with a strong book showcasing ability to support photoshoot/product photography, etc.

Location: Chicago (Onsite)

Salary: $120-130K

Type: Full-Time

This role must be onsite in Chicago; client is willing to provide relocation support for those out of state.

Overview:

We are seeking a fashion-focused Art Director to shape and define our brand through compelling, trend-aware creative execution. This role is responsible for translating who we are as a brand into a cohesive visual language across digital, e-commerce, marketing, and in-store experiences. The Art Director must have a strong point of view, deep awareness of the fashion landscape, and the ability to create a seamless, elevated visual experience that differentiates us from competitors.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and evolve the brand’s visual identity, ensuring it clearly communicates who we are and what sets us apart in the fashion marketplace

• Stay deeply informed on fashion trends, cultural shifts, and the competitive landscape, using insights to guide creative direction and innovation

• Concept and art direct seasonal campaigns, photoshoots, and brand moments that align with trend relevance and brand positioning

• Lead creative direction across e-commerce, site content, email, social, paid media, and in-store visuals, ensuring a cohesive omnichannel experience

• Develop clear creative frameworks, mood boards, shot lists, and visual guidelines that unify all touchpoints

• Partner closely with Marketing, Merchandising, and Production to align creative with product priorities and business goals

• Direct and oversee photo and video shoots, ensuring styling, composition, and execution reflect brand standards and trend direction

• Review and approve creative assets to maintain a high level of aesthetic, accuracy, and consistency

• Manage timelines and workflows to ensure creative is delivered efficiently in a fast-paced retail environment

• Provide leadership, mentorship, and clear creative feedback to designers and creative partners

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an Art Director, preferably in fashion, retail, or e-commerce

• Strong portfolio demonstrating fashion-forward creative, brand storytelling, and omnichannel execution

• Deep understanding of current and emerging fashion trends and how they translate into commercial creative

• Proven ability to analyze and respond to the competitive landscape with differentiated creative direction

• Experience art directing photo and video shoots (studio and on-location)

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)

• Strong visual instincts paired with strategic thinking

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills

Nice to Have

• Experience working across both digital and brick-and-mortar retail

• Knowledge of performance creative, social-first content, and trend-driven storytelling

• Familiarity with motion, video, or experiential retail visuals

Why You’ll Love This Role

• High-impact role with ownership over brand look and feel

• Opportunity to define and evolve a fashion brand’s creative identity

• Collaborative, fast-moving environment with real influence on customer experience

• Space to innovate, push trends forward, and set creative standards

If you are interested in and qualified for those role, please forward your portfolio today!

We are seekinga Director Design, Development, and Sourcing Fish & Hunt Hard Goods & Gear to join the Orvis Team! Strongest preference is for someone in our Sunderland, VT office regularly. For candidates not local to Sunderland, expectation is one week/month in Sunderland.

As a Director Design, Development, and Sourcing Fish & Hunt Hard Goods & Gear, you play a pivotal role in leading the design and development of our most innovative and technologically advanced fly fishing and hunting hard goods — work grounded by deep, first-hand angling experience, field knowledge, and real-world testing, not just concept or CAD. You are responsible for overseeing the entire product lifecycle from concept to launch, focusing on innovation, quality, and market trends within the fishing tackle and hunting industry. This role combines technical expertise in materials and engineering with creative direction and team management. You will be a key leader on the Product Team, comprised of 2 direct reports as well as the lead designer of all reels, waders, and wading boots. You will partner with our Product Leadership Team to create clear roles and responsibilities, define our new processes, and identify opportunities for simplification and efficiency. As a leader of multiple team members, you will inspire, guide, teach and elevate your team – owning their professional development and career paths.

Position Interfaces:

This position reports to our Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance and interfacing with multiple areas including merchandising, inventory management, marketing, finance, sourcing, wholesale, retail operations, manufacturing and ownership of the company. It is a director role that involves supervision of the Fish/Hunt Hard Goods product design, development/sourcing team. This is an exempt/ salary position.

Responsibilities:

• Lead a customer-obsessed Fish and Hunt Hard Goods Product Design & Development/Sourcing Team
• Lead a culture of partnership, communication, and collaboration across the organization
• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a strategic plan for new product design and development that aligns to deliver the Assortment Strategy, thus ensuring alignment with market and customer needs as well as company and financials goals, specifically target retail, AUC and IMU across all Fish/Hunt Hard Goods products.
• Design Inspiration – Lead the Hardgoods / Innovation Design Kickoff, the Design “blank canvas” to push the Orvis brand forward and ensure that we are leaders in innovation.
• Design Partnership – Partner and collaborate with Soft Goods Designer on seasonal
• Design Kick Off, DDR and Line Adoption Meetings to ensure a One Orvis Design POV
• Product Lifecycle Management: Oversee all phases of product design and development for Fish & Hunt Hard Goods, from initial concepting and prototyping to field testing and manufacturing to on time product launch. Ensure that the Hardgoods PDD and Sourcing team is prepared on time for all milestones and inspire cross functional partners across all Hardgoods to prepare milestones and ensure they happen on time.
• Deliver the Line: Ensure that the products agreed upon through the Design Kickoff and Assortment Strategy deliver on time and are discussed at DDR 1, 2 and Final Line Adoption. Aim for 90% of products aligned upon launch on time.
• People Management - Coach the team by providing consistent and candid feedback to ensure great partnership and collaboration with cross functional partners. Guide team to have effective communication and influence decision making. Hold the team accountable for milestone preparation and on-time delivery of product.Inspire the team to make decisions in milestones to reduce swirl and to keep all key partners up to date.
• People Development – Develop and empower direct reports by coaching and mentoring to build skills and support individual career development
• Mentorship: Provide mentorship to associates within the organization.
• Market and Trend Analysis: Utilize expert knowledge of fishing and hunting techniques, gear preferences, and market trends to identify new opportunities and guide/influence product design decisions and to deliver an industry-leading Design Kickoff.
• Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with cross-functional teams including leadership, marketing, sales, and customer service to ensure a cohesive user experience and effective product positioning, most importantly at key milestones.
• Vendor Management: Partner closely with our vendors to negotiate product pricing, ensuring financial goals are met – ensure vendors are clear on product design requirements within the cost parameters set to meet retail and IMU targets
• Budget Management – Partner closely with the Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance to ensure accurate operating expense budget forecasting and adherence to budgeted monthly/annual cost spend
• Calendar Management - Partner closely with the Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance to refine, enforce and adhere to seasonal development calendar dates and milestone meetings
• Quality Control: Responsible for the overall quality of the final product as measured by return rates and/or product recalls.
• Steward of the brand – Partner with Marketing and Brand Amplification team to align regular travel to regional training events, sales meetings, key wholesale accounts and industry trade shows. Knowledgeable of product performance, durability, and regulatory standards and maintain a continuous pulse on industry trends and competitors.
• Proactively recommend and/or execute new processes, procedures, SOPs to provide clarity and simplification for the Product Team
• Support the Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance and Chief Product & Creative Officer with projects and initiatives that benefit the entire organization
• Manage internal testing of all products in a way that is consistent with our brand standards
• Accountable for our field-testing program to ensure 90-day field testing is complete prior to SMS sample ordering PO placement
• Accountable for on-time delivery of photography, tradeshow, marketing and SMS rep samples
• Partner closely with Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance to influence our manufacturing and vendor placement for Fish/Hunt Hard Goods Orvis branded products.
• Create relationships across our all-product categories to ensure we deliver a One Orvis experience for our customers.
• As a Director, think beyond your function.Proactively anticipate and solve problems that are One Orvis challenges. Give leverage to the leaders around you by taking on projects or solving problems that go beyond your function, therefore giving time back to those around you.

Competencies and Requirements:

• Education: A strong background in mechanical engineering or industrial design
• Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of fishing rod, reel, wader, boot, packs, bags, apparel materials, design tools, and manufacturing processes.
• Leadership: Proven leadership skills to guide teams, inspire innovation, and manage complex projects.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and partner in problem solving.
• Problem-Solving: Strong capacity for creative problem-solving and finding innovative solutions for design and production challenges.
• Real-world Experience: Practical, real-world fishing experience and an understanding of angler needs
• 10+ years of Product Design & Development experience with a proven track record of helping to create a positive, supportive and inspiring work environment
• 5+ years of experience managing a team with a proven track record of excellent leadership, collaboration, and coaching skills.Ability to inspire, support, coach, teach and direct team – and the ability to know which is needed in each situation. Empathetic, supportive, and direct leadership style.
• Highly proficient in cost estimating with baseline inputs, understand relationship between like for like style, COO, duties and freight
• Strong organizational, prioritization and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Management of the team for on schedule design and development of best-in-class Orvis branded products
• Efficiency: reduced spin and reduced need for communication outside of milestones by maintaining process and calendar discipline
• Quality as measured by returns and recalls, as well as feedback from customers, sales personnel in retail and wholesale, and the endorsed guide network
• Margin rate, cost of goods and sourcing strategies for Orvis branded products
• Increase in sales and gross margin dollars

About Orvis:

In 1856, Charles Orvis founded the Orvis Company in Manchester, Vermont, offering the finest fly fishing equipment, and priding himself on customer satisfaction and service. Today, along with our world famous fly-fishing gear, Orvis offers distinctive clothing, home furnishings, gifts, and dog products. Each item is rooted in our heritage of authenticity and the outdoors, and is backed with a no-questions-asked guarantee. With our flagship retail store located in the same Vermont village as the original store since 1856, we offer experience and knowledge that no other retail company can. Each day we strive to apply what we know and learn to bring our customers even better service and products tomorrow.

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About Destination Crenshaw:

Destination Crenshaw aims to preserve, anchor, and uplift South LA’s Black culture and creative community. We enable Black cultural ownership and honor Black history by telling the story of Black Los Angeles and Crenshaw as the “Heart of Black LA.”

Destination Crenshaw is a 1.3-mile cultural and economic revitalization corridor celebrating Black Los Angeles. Designed as a cultural landmark, multimodal mobility hub, and climate-resilient public space, the park will feature permanent public art installations by renowned Black artists, shaded gathering spaces, sustainable landscaping, and an elevated viewing platform. Through the development of the Destination Crenshaw project, Destination Crenshaw is building Black global cultural and economic platforms that allow Black artists and businesses to thrive and drive investment that supports the Black community.

Position Description:

The Director of Administration will join the organization in a start-up capacity. As a young organization in South Los Angeles, the Director of Administration will build and grow the administrative systems from an emerging to a mature organization. This individual will oversee day-to-day operations and work directly with the President & CEO to establish administrative protocols and systems to build a sustainable organization. This individual will enhance the organization's ability to fulfill its commitments to donors, the Governing Board of Directors, and the DC Leadership Team.

Director of Administration Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

• Collaborates with all management staff to identify and deliver the administrative support required by the organization.
• Drafts and distributes statistical reports, analyses, and exhibits to company stakeholders and, when required, to regulatory and government agencies.
• Devise systems and protocols to meet organizational goals and objectives
• Manage the organization’s finances and produce regular reporting 
• Create and maintain policies and procedures to increase operational efficiency and compliance
• Develops, evaluates, and maintains the management information system (MIS).
• Ensures the organization's compliance with applicable health, building, zoning, and safety licensing and certification requirements.
• Maintain human resources documentation, conduct staff performance evaluations, and establish processes to increase organizational efficiency
• Mentor and coach the administrative staff within the organization
• Work closely with and train new staff in administrative protocols
• Stay current on the latest changes to government rules and regulations related to administrative tasks, accounting, and financial reporting
• Identify opportunities to establish and/or improve staff positions and program departments within the organization
• Collaborates with other management staff to draft and implement an annual administrative budget.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 7 years of experience required. MBA or advanced degree preferred. 
• Proven experience in a leadership role; sharpened business administration, strategic planning, legal compliance, financial reporting, and budget management experience is essential.
• Solid understanding of business functions (HR, Finance, etc.)
• Ability to successfully navigate multiple priorities within a fast-paced environment
• Strong presentation skills and the ability to communicate complex business and financial information to key stakeholders
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office & Google Suite programs. 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills 
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to listen well, and positively represent the organization and its mission.  
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects and stay on deadline. 
• Flexibility and willingness to learn and work as part of a team.
• Ability to work independently. 

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting and standing for extended periods, with long hours at a desk or in meetings.
• Manual dexterity for using computers and office equipment.
• Occasional travel for meetings or conferences.
• Hearing and vision for clear communication and reading documents.
• Physical stamina to handle occasional tasks like moving materials.
• Mobility to move between locations or attend on-site meetings.

Director of Facilities Management

Job Summary:

The PRN Director of Facilities Management is a contract role responsible for the management of all Engineering/Maintenance and Facilities Planning activities. As such, this position has full authority and responsibility over all activities relating to this department. This includes the operation, maintenance, renovation, appearance, safety and design/engineering services.

The Director of Facilities Management administers and directs preventive and corrective maintenance programs to maintain buildings, grounds, and equipment, both fixed and portable as well as establish and direct departmental goals and objectives in accordance with those of the Hospital administration to provide and assure the basic needs for the welfare, comfort, and safety of patients, visitors, and staff as they relate to maintenance, repair, operation, and modification of all hospital buildings, grounds, mechanical and electrical systems and equipment.

This position manages expenditures for Facilities, serves as the primary contact with hospital senior management, identifies requests and assessments for Capital investments and maintenance in the building, develops and implements both short- and long-range planning regarding infrastructure and environment of care.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Facilitate strategic development, implementation, and evaluation of cohesive facilities services, energy management and life safety, including: reviewing operating and capital budgets; facilitate department changes as dictated by changing volumes, departmental need and maintaining safe and effective programs for computerized software systems/automation/technology, facilities services, and life safety management.
• Ensure and effectively manage fiscal responsibility and control overspending.
• Ensure effective project management and interdepartmental/interagency collaboration.
• Ensure life safety functions of the hospital are effectively managed, have appropriate backup and contingency planning for unexpected infrastructure and/or equipment failure; and that existing systems are in good working order while maintaining compliance with TJC standards, CMS regulations, including an accurate statement of conditions, document that demonstrates all fire safety and other environmental compliance and lists deficiencies and corrective action plans with a timeline for completion.
• Carry out responsibilities in accordance with Fire Door Solutions / Facilities Management Solutions policies and applicable laws.
• Conduct contract negotiations, oversee bidding process and function as clerk of the works for capital projects to ensure timely and satisfactory delivery of contractor services.
• Identify and implements capital and equipment plans to maintain environment of care and support modernization/renovation of patient care areas, utilizing facilities staff to minimize cost.
• Manage resources for a safe, functional, comfortable and aesthetically pleasing facilities.
• Review all relevant policies and procedures and works toward a single standard of service delivery and best practices.
• Maintain external relations related to assigned areas, including government relations, local, State and Federal regulatory agencies, The Joint Commission (TJC), Department of Health, and others as needed.
• Establish and implement departmental policies, procedures and reviews, including annually interpreting it to departmental staff.
• Prepare manuals and guidebooks covering all phases of departmental operation for use by Employees.
• Communicate internally with all individuals affecting project or affected by a project, communicate externally with any individuals or agencies that may have impact on a project.
• Consult with department Leaders in completion of projects and assignments.
• Consult with outside contractors/Architects in completing scheduled work and manages construction design to build optimally maintainable spaces.
• Perform the Financial Management activities pertaining to the preparation of the annual departmental budgets for staff, operating, and capital expenditures.
• Develop cost control programs for the departments.
• Review specifications for all equipment and construction for the hospital.
• Compile documentation required for the justification of projects.
• Provides technical information and consultation to other departments, consult with vendors on design, purchase and installation of new equipment.
• Review designs and prepares reports for compliance with state, local HFAP and/or Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organization requirements and keeps permits current.
• Constantly advances knowledge and attends various meetings/seminars concerning specific areas or concerns within the hospital, relating to the department.
• Represent FMS and assigned facility through participation in both trade and professional organizations at local, state, and national levels.
• Observe and enforce safety regulations and practices.
• Develop and maintain a positive work climate and the overall team effort of the department.
• Perform related responsibilities as required or directed.
• Responsible for interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Ability to mentor and train individuals in the position as needed/required in trade skills, management skills and leadership skills.

Requirements and Preferred Experience:

• At least ten years of management experience and/or training in a medium or large healthcare system required.
• Experience in Healthcare and a proven track record of highly developed interpersonal, analytical and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to interact and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization clients and staff alike with a focus on client and customer services.
• Previous experience as a director of facilities services strongly preferred. Previous experience in an Executive Facilities Services related Leadership position preferred, but not required.
• Managing vendors on contract: Public sector local, state or federal government; bargaining unit environment.
• Familiarity with applicable codes, state requirements and NFPA/JC regulations relating to health care facilities.
• Exhibit general knowledge of trades related to building maintenance and repair, interpreting blueprints and/or floor plans, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, general building construction, heating, refrigeration and vehicle mechanics.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of operations and project management including coordination, communication, prioritization, troubleshooting, adherence to budget and completion of goals.
• High level of experience in a regulatory environment, including permitting, workplace safety, and environmental regulations to comply with local, state, and federal standards.
• Tact, diplomacy, and composure are needed for interaction with contractors, vendors, and hospital staff.
• Capacity to manage a diverse workforce including bargaining unit environment; ability to embrace diversity as a strategic advantage.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail with the ability to critically think, using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Record of managing a team of professional staff, senior level managers.
• Thoroughness, independence and excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Team player with a positive personality with a high level of confidentiality.
• Professional presentation and verbal and written communication skills.
• Work independently and within a team on special, nonrecurring and/or ongoing projects.
• Strong organizational, communications and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and perform multifaceted projects in conjunction with daily activities.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Efficient with smartphones, tablets, computers, & Microsoft Office for reporting daily progress.
• Proficient usage of Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Access.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business Administration or related field. Master of Business Administration preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Certified Health Facilities Manager (CHFM) by the American Hospital Association Certification Center.
• Other nationally recognized certifications pertaining to Facilities Services are acceptable as an alternative to the CHFM.
• ACHE, ASHE, NFPA and other professional memberships are preferred.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The associate is regularly required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Working extended hours is required as needed.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must have a valid driver license.
• Must pass drug screen, criminal background check and driver’s license check.
• Must be willing to submit to TB test, vaccination blood tests, & vaccinations when required by client (MMR, Flu, Varicella, etc.).

Perks and Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k)/Roth with company match
• Work-Life Balance: PTO (Paid Time Off), paid holidays, and balanced work schedule

EEO, including disability/vets

Shims Bargain Inc. (dba JC Sales) is a leading full-service wholesaler serving the value, discount, convenience, distributor, and grocery classes of trade worldwide. For over 30 years, we have been the bedrock for our customers, supplying them with unmatched variety, value, and service, offering the convenience of one-stop shopping experience. We provide the widest variety of quality products at the lowest possible prices. We offer over 12,000 items with annual sales of approximately $200 million. Our commitment to our legacy and online customers' success has enabled us to be one of the top 100 largest private companies in Los Angeles and ranked 12th on the 2022 Minority-Owned Business List from the Los Angeles Business Journal.

Job Responsibilities

The Director of Sales is a senior sales leader responsible for developing and executing strategic sales plans, achieving revenue and profitability targets, managing key customer relationships, and leading the sales organization across all channels.

This position oversees four distinct sales teams: Showroom Sales, Out-of-State Sales, E-Commerce Sales, and CNC (Cash and Carry). The Director of Sales will drive sales performance, enhance customer satisfaction, improve forecasting accuracy, strengthen sales operations, and align closely with Purchasing, Operations, Accounting, and IT to support overall business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

The Director of Sales balances strategic planning with hands-on leadership to drive profitable growth.

1) Sales Strategy & Execution

• Implement a comprehensive sales strategy to achieve or exceed organizational sales and profit goals.
• Expand market share by identifying new business opportunities, target markets, and customer segments.
• Establish clear priorities and performance targets across all sales channels to ensure consistent execution.

2) Revenue Growth & Forecasting

• Own and exceed annual revenue targets and lead the organization’s sales planning process.
• Monitor sales performance and analyze trends to identify opportunities and risks.
• Provide accurate, timely reporting and forecasting to executive leadership, including performance vs. goals.

3) Team Leadership & Management (Multi-Channel)

• Build, mentor, and motivate a high-performing sales team, including Sales Managers and sales representatives.
• Set clear expectations and performance standards, provide coaching/training, and manage performance improvement.
• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, customer focus, and results-driven execution.

4) Sales Channel Oversight (Showroom / Out-of-State / E-Commerce / CNC)

• Showroom: Drive in-person sales performance, customer retention, and showroom customer experience.
• Out-of-State: Expand market reach through territory development and strategic customer growth.
• E-Commerce: Improve online sales performance, conversions, promotions, and customer experience in coordination with cross-functional partners.
• CNC (Cash & Carry): Optimize high-volume sales execution, speed of service, repeated purchasing, and team productivity.

5) Key Account & Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key customers, retailers, distributors, and strategic partners.
• Understand customer needs and deliver solutions that improve satisfaction, retention, and long-term growth.
• Manage escalations and ensure timely resolution of customer issues.

6) Discount Strategy & Negotiation

• Coordinate with internal stakeholders (Purchasing, Operations, Accounting, and IT) to implement discount strategy and pricing execution.
• Negotiate contracts, trading terms, and strategic agreements while protecting gross margin and long-term profitability.
• Ensure discounting and promotional decisions align with company goals and approved guidelines.

7) Market, Product & Competitive Expertise

• Stay current on industry patterns, market trends, customer behavior, and competitor pricing/activity.
• Use insights to improve sales execution, customer strategy, and product/category opportunities.
• Provide actionable recommendations to leadership related to market shifts and competitive positioning.

8) Cross-Functional Collaboration & Execution

• Work closely with Purchasing, Operations, Accounting, and IT to ensure seamless execution of sales initiatives.
• Align sales strategy with inventory availability, fulfillment capabilities, promotions, and operational readiness.
• Improve internal systems, process efficiency, and reporting accuracy to strengthen company performance.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Experience

• Core Experience: Minimum 10–15 years of sales experience, with 5–10 years in a senior leadership role (Sales Manager / Senior Manager / Director), preferably within a relevant industry.
• Wholesale/Retail Expertise: Extensive experience working at or directly with major retailers and clubs, including Walmart, Sam’s Club, Costco, Grocery Outlet, and Smart & Final, as well as a broad range of small to mid-sized retail establishments.
• Market Expansion: Proven track record of identifying and opening new business opportunities, entering untapped markets, and acquiring new customer segments.
• International Sales & Export: Demonstrated ability to capitalize on international opportunities, including the ability to spot global trends, target high-potential regions, and execute a comprehensive international sales plan that includes establishing global partnerships and streamlining sales strategy.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Functional understanding of export requirements, international shipping logistics, and cross-border trade compliance.

Education

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
• Preferred: MBA or equivalent advanced degree is a strong plus.

Leadership & Strategic Thinking

• Team Development: Proven ability to lead, inspire, and develop high-performing teams while establishing a culture of accountability and teamwork across diverse sales channels.
• Business Acumen: Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage budgets, ROI, and business performance at a P&L-impact level.
• Strategic Execution: Ability to translate market insights into actionable recommendations for executive leadership regarding market shifts and competitive positioning.

Communication & Technical Skills

• Negotiation: Expert-level negotiation skills with a history of closing and managing high-value accounts and strategic agreements.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to deliver professional presentations to executive stakeholders.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and experience using ERP systems, CRM tools, and data analytics platforms to drive performance.

Employment Status:

Exempt

Job Type:

Full-Time

Work Location:

2600 S. Soto Street, Los Angeles, CA 90058

Report to:

Vice President of Sales

Pay Range:

$115,000 - $135,000 per year

Benefits:

Medical / Dental / Vision / Life Insurance / HRA / FSA / 401K / Free lunch on Fridays / Perks at Work / Company Events / Vacation / Paid Holiday / Sick Hours

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Director of Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation (VA&R) position is located in Washington, D.C. The incumbent is responsible for overseeing the operations of the American Legion’s VA&R Division. Develop policy and activities relative to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), Veterans Health Administration (VHA), National Cemetery Administration (NCA), and the Board of Veterans Appeals (BVA). Serve as an advocate for veterans and members of their families to Congress, the VA and other organizations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Serve as the resident expert on VA programs benefiting veterans, their families, and caregivers including but not limited to healthcare and non-healthcare benefits.
2. Advise the Executive Director of Government Affairs on technical information related to the VA’s healthcare system and disability claims processes.
3. Supervise and oversee The American Legion programs within the Health Policy, Benefits and Claims, and Veterans Programs sections.
4. Review, Revise, and develop a full campaign for the Be the One (BTO) Campaign initiative; continue to provide oversight and modifications for BTO related efforts going forward and report to national leadership as required.
5. Review, revise and develop procedures and programs, as a proponent of quality of care at VA medical facilities and the quality of development of veteran’s claims for compensation, including The American Legion’s System Worth Saving (SWS) program and Regional Office Action Review (ROAR).
6. Provide guidance, planning and oversight for execution of the annual Department Service Officer (DSO) Symposium.
7. Develop, analyze and coordinate short-, mid- and long-term plans for VA&R programs.
8. Research and develop new policies, and initiate revisions to existing documents, ensuring The American Legion’s positions remain contemporary.
9. Prepare information for legislative mandates and monitor VA healthcare and benefits-related mandates presented to Congress.
10. Ensure VA&R Division has resident knowledge of and participation in the federal rule making process.
11. Prepare and deliver Congressional testimony on behalf of the national organization.
12. Conduct and oversee research, studies and surveys that assist in the development of legislation or policy on veteran’s healthcare and benefits.
13. Be prepared to assume a board seat with The Veterans Consortium after one year of being the VA&R Director.
14. Serve as a liaison with VA central office, VHA, VBA, NCA, BVA and other VA staff offices.
15. Provide support to VA&R Commission, VA&R Commission Executive Committee, VA&R Commission Liaison Committee, Health Administration Committee, BTO Mental Wellness Committee, Veterans Benefits Committee, and VA&R Council.
16. Perform other duties as assigned.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP (reports directly to): Executive Director of Government Affairs

MINIMUM SKILLS REQUIRED FOR ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Select only one under each category):

Education/Technical Knowledge:

College education, four-year degree to provide basic familiarity with a variety of subjects.

Additional Skills Needed:

• Have knowledge of VA health benefit/services and disability compensation claims/appeals processes.
• Be familiar with the Department of Defense (DoD)’s Integrated Disability Evaluation Systems (IDES); VA’s Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD); Veterans Benefits Management System (VBMS); VA statutes and regulations; VA Office of General Counsel opinions; and decisions of the United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims, US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit and the Supreme Court pertaining to veterans’ benefits.
• Must pass the VA requirement for a background investigation. A background investigation is conducted by VA to determine if the individual is suitable for access to VA facilities and information. The background investigation is completed for the protection of the veterans the VA serves, employees, family members, and visitors, as well as the veterans and national information and resources.
• Communicate effectively verbally in a diverse range of settings and audiences.
• Excellent writing, proofreading and editing skills.
• Demonstrate management skills to include coaching, mentoring, counseling and evaluating employees.
• Able to evaluate fiscal and financial reports, forms and data, and analyze complex written documents.
• Capable of interpreting legal documents and government regulations.
• Strong organizational, project, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience with military and veterans’ protocol, culture and language.
• Knowledge of The American Legion organizational structure, programs, services and policies.
• Must have good computer skills to include MS Office Suite.

Experience:

8 years or more

PRC Baker Places is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving the San Francisco community through legal advocacy, workforce development, financial services, and residential treatment programs. We support formerly homeless adults living with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders by providing a continuum of integrated direct care services. All of our programs are grounded in a social rehabilitation philosophy that integrates harm reduction and daily living skills within a safe and supportive environment.

Mission Statement: Our mission is to help people affected by HIV/AIDS, substance use, or mental health issues better realize opportunities by providing integrated legal, social and health services that address the broad range of social risk factors that impact wellness and limit potential.

Values that Guide Us: Accountability, Honesty, Integrity, Diversity & Inclusion, Respect

If you’re passionate about making a real impact in your community, working in a dynamic, inclusive environment, and helping people rebuild their lives, PRC Baker Places is the place for you.

Job Title: Volunteer Director

Department: Operations/Development

Reports to: CPO

Position Overview

The Volunteer Director (Part-Time) is responsible for building, expanding, and leading PRC’s volunteer strategy across multiple programs, including residential treatment sites, Healing Spaces volunteer activations, meal services, client engagement activities, corporate volunteer engagements, fundraising events, and administrative support.

This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on execution, overseeing the full volunteer lifecycle—from recruitment and training to event planning, on-site leadership, and post-event reporting. The Volunteer Director will serve as the primary steward of PRC’s volunteer culture, ensuring volunteer experiences are mission-aligned, well-organized, trauma-informed, and impactful for both clients and community partners.

The ideal candidate is a mission-driven leader with strong relationship-building skills, excellent program and event management experience, and a passion for mobilizing individuals and corporate partners in support of PRC’s work.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic Volunteer Program Leadership

• Develop and implement PRC’s agency-wide volunteer strategy aligned with organizational goals and program needs.
• Build and sustain partnerships with corporations, universities, community groups, and civic organizations to create long-term volunteer pipelines.
• Collaborate with program directors and site leadership to assess volunteer needs, define appropriate volunteer activities, and develop tailored support plans.
• Establish systems and best practices that support volunteer retention, recognition, and long-term engagement.

Volunteer Recruitment, Communication & Engagement

• Lead recruitment for individual, group, skill-based, corporate, and event-specific volunteers.
• Respond to volunteer inquiries and maintain consistent, professional communication throughout the volunteer lifecycle.
• Maintain relationships with long-standing volunteers while actively soliciting new volunteers.
• Create, distribute, and manage volunteer-related communications, including recruitment messaging, confirmations, reminders, and follow-up communications.
• Record and track volunteer engagement, participation, skills, and hours served.
• Address volunteer concerns, conflicts, or disputes with professionalism and care.

Healing Spaces & Volunteer Event Planning and Management

• Coordinate closely with program managers and site leadership to plan volunteer activations.
• Conduct initial planning conversations to assess site needs, wish lists, budget considerations, and feasibility.
• Determine which projects are appropriate for volunteer engagement, including safety, scope, and client impact.
• Schedule and lead site walk-throughs, site visits, and cross-departmental planning meetings.
• Partner with Communications to create promotional and recruitment collateral.
• Coordinate with Facilities to plan and complete pre-event preparation and post-event needs.
• Solicit in-kind donations and resources, including:
• Refreshments and snacks
• Event and project supplies
• Specialized skills or talent
• Furniture, materials, or gardening resources
• Arrange logistics for supply and donation pick-up and delivery.
• Collaborate with Development and data teams to ensure tax acknowledgments and donation tracking.
• Coordinate ordering of PRC-branded (or co-branded) volunteer apparel.

Event Planning Considerations Include:

• Site readiness (trash removal schedules, junk or furniture removal, hazard mitigation)
• Client participation opportunities when appropriate and safe
• Prior use of hauling or scavenger services
• Availability of volunteers to assist with hauling or off-site disposal

Day-of Event Leadership & On-Site Execution

• Arrive early to manage site setup and ensure readiness prior to volunteer arrival.
• Oversee:
• Refreshment setup (with attention to cleanliness and allergen awareness)
• Volunteer sign-in and consent form completion
• Personal item storage areas
• Event signage and sponsor recognition (as applicable)
• Prepare volunteer workstations and clearly label tools, supplies, and task areas.
• Ensure removal or protection of:
• PHI or confidential materials
• Client belongings
• Safety hazards
• Greet volunteers, orient them to the space, and review expectations, safety guidance, and photography consent.
• Lead volunteer welcome and opening remarks, including:
• Mission and impact overview
• Introduction of site staff
• Sponsor and donor recognition
• Assign tasks based on volunteer interest, skill level, and physical ability.
• Identify and support volunteer task leads when appropriate.
• Monitor volunteer and client safety throughout the event.
• Provide encouragement, guidance, and real-time problem-solving during activities.
• Oversee cleanup, inventory of supplies, return of borrowed items, and coordination of haul-away needs.
• Collect all consent forms and required documentation.

Post-Event Follow-Up & Reporting

• Schedule and lead post-event debriefs with key staff.
• Provide event summaries, photos, and highlights to Communications for internal and external storytelling.
• Send personalized thank-you communications to volunteers, sponsors, donors, and program staff.
• Record volunteer attendance, hours, and engagement data in CRM systems.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and initiate planning for future volunteer engagements.

Fundraising Event Volunteer Support

• Partner with Development and event producers to define volunteer needs for fundraising events, including:
• Setup and breakdown
• Registration and greeting
• Ushers and activation assistants
• Auction and raffle support
• Photographer and vendor liaison roles
• Prepare and distribute volunteer recruitment communications.
• Coordinate volunteer orientations and trainings.
• Develop contingency plans for volunteer no-shows or last-minute changes.

Compliance, Reporting & Administration

• Maintain accurate volunteer records, including hours served, engagement level, and skill sets.
• Support reporting needs for grants, donor relations, HR, and program evaluation.
• Collaborate with HR to ensure compliance with onboarding processes, policies, and confidentiality requirements.

Other Organizational Duties

• Represent PRC with professionalism, compassion, and mission alignment.
• Treat all clients, volunteers, and community partners with dignity and respect.
• Perform other leadership duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 5+ years of experience leading volunteer programs, preferably in social services, behavioral health, or nonprofit settings.
• Strong communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to engage corporate partners and community groups.
• Demonstrated alignment with PRC’s mission and values.
• Exhibit exemplary customer service, compassion, and care in the execution of all duties and interactions.

Compensation & Benefits

This is a volunteer leadership position and does not include financial compensation. PRC provides an employer-sponsored benefits package (medical, dental, and vision), invitations to partner and donor events, branded PRC apparel, and other non-monetary benefits in recognition of the role’s impact and responsibility.