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By bringing people and organizations together to solve our region’s most pressing issues, United Way of Greater St. Louis is making our community a better place to live, work, and thrive. It’s more than a job. It’s a mission!
We offer full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package including a hybrid work schedule, 12 days of vacation earned over the first 12 months of employment, sick pay, 10 company holidays, 5 1/2 flexible/personal holidays, 3 volunteer days, parental leave, health, dental, vision and life insurance the first of the month following employment, short term disability, long term disability, critical accident insurance and a 403(b) with an organization match and 3 year vesting schedule.
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Open Positions
By bringing people and organizations together to solve our region’s most pressing issues, United Way of Greater St. Louis is making our community a better place to live, work, and thrive. It’s more than a day job. It’s a mission. Come work with us!
The Relationship Manager, Leadership Giving is a relationship-centric position responsible for planning, organizing, and conducting annual Leadership Giving. Common areas of responsibility include prospecting, recruiting, and managing volunteers; developing, implementing, & growing donor programs & events; and executing the departmental strategic plan to recruit, steward, & solicit donor base.
We’re looking for an individual to manage and grow a portfolio with diverse donors and assist with the stewardship process for lifespan of donors and volunteers. This role will help increase Society membership and revenue goals by generating a pipeline of individual prospects using wealth screening tools, online research, and donor recommendations. Using data, research, and collaboration the role will set donor engagement goals. Supporting volunteers with timeline/schedule management, meeting coordination & leadership, and preparation of supplemental materials (data/reports, talking points, scripts, agendas, etc.) is a function of this role, along with maintaining accurate donor records using a database/CRM tool.
The Relationship Manager Leadership Giving plans and executes programs that appeal to Leadership Society members and creates a strong membership experience through kickoffs, mentor & educational programs, and networking events.
If you possess a minimum 1-3 years of experience in a fundraising and nonprofit sector leadership role with proven results we would like to hear from you. A Bachelor’s degree in Business administration, political science, communications, finance, nonprofit management is ideal. Proficiency in using and maintaining donor databases as well as Microsoft Office and strong analytical and critical thinking skills with excellent written and verbal communication required.
To view the position and apply, click here.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including 12 days of vacation earned over the first 12 months of employment, sick pay, 10 company holidays, 5 1/2 Flexible/personal holidays, 3 volunteer days, parental leave, health, dental, vision and life insurance for you and your family, short term disability, long term disability, and a 403(b) with an organization match and 3 year vesting schedule.
United Way of Greater St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
By bringing people and organizations together to solve our region’s most pressing issues, United Way of Greater St. Louis is making our community a better place to live, work, and thrive. It’s more than a day job. It’s a mission. Come work with us!
The Portfolio Manager works within the Community Impact Division to implement and maintain approaches to assigned strategies by developing, supporting, and leading a strategic portfolio of investments and partnerships throughout the St. Louis region.
Position responsibilities include:
Grantmaking
- Within the United Way impact area, manage assigned portfolio of community investments with the goal of reaching and improving the lives of people in the region
- Responsible for the overall management of the assigned portfolio fund, coordinating and facilitating grant processes including review, due diligence, and distribution of unrestricted and donor directed funds
- Assess organizational and programmatic performance of agencies using standard rubric and common outcomes to ensure resources are effectively and wisely invested
- Communicate regularly with partner agencies, cultivating positive community partnerships
- Monitor partner agency performance through site visits and analysis of reports and documentation
- Assist with recruitment, training, and management of community investment volunteers
- Help build collaborative networks between fund recipients and community stakeholders/partners
- Ensure results and reliable data is available and used by United Way and partners throughout work, working closely with internal evaluation team
- Identify and organize opportunities for capacity building to strengthen providers and network
Collaboration
- Connect and align with other appropriate community partners, assets, and resources to optimize impact
- Play a leadership role across collaborative, cross-sector partnerships building trust and commitment among partners to work together for a long-term vision
- Convene and facilitate decisions, plans, action, and joint problem solving at the common table to help move key strategies forward in accomplishing common outcomes
- Continuously build upon field of service expertise
- Work collaboratively to align and integrate efforts with internal divisions
- Represent United Way at community meetings, agency events, statewide and local coalitions/task forces, etc.
- Represent the United Way in a professional manner and be responsible for public accountability of the organization
- Facilitate community conversations; listen and seek information from the community
Key Accountabilities
- Manage grant and accountability process
- Assess and monitor partner agency performance
- Manage volunteer recruitment and training process
- Convene and facilitate collaborative common tables
- Represent United Way at community meetings
- Align and integrate efforts with internal divisions
KSA (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
- Masters degree required in Social Work, Public Health, or related field with a minimum of 5 years in the nonprofit sector
- Demonstrated solid ability to assess and monitor organizational performance
- Experience in grantmaking and collaborative work
- Ability to effectively facilitate and convene common tables with relevant key stakeholders
- Possesses subject matter expertise in basic needs, including knowledge of evidence-based practices, pertinent outcomes, and local stakeholders
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and accuracy
- Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills
- Team player, positive attitude, mature, confident, self-starter
- Ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of community groups, partner organizations, internal customers, and volunteers
- Ability to adapt and keep current in a rapidly changing and organic environment
To view the position and apply, click here.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including 12 days of vacation earned over the first 12 months of employment, sick pay, 10 company holidays, 5 1/2 Flexible/personal holidays, 3 volunteer days, parental leave, health, dental, vision and life insurance for you and your family, short term disability, long term disability, and a 403(b) with an organization match and 3 year vesting schedule.
United Way of Greater St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
At United Way of Greater St. Louis, we unite people and organizations to tackle the most critical challenges facing our community. Through collaborative efforts, we’re transforming our region into a place where everyone can live, work, and thrive. Join us in this mission to create lasting change beyond just a day job. Come be a part of something meaningful!
The position is responsible for coordinating and executing the case administration activities for special initiatives involving working with individual clients and stakeholders. It is also responsible for coordinating program services and training partners, supporting partner utilization of a case management database, and reporting needs and outcomes to internal and external stakeholders.
Position responsibilities include:
- Perform outreach and review applications completed by clients and other staff for accuracy and certifies prior to confirming eligibility determination
- Prioritizes applications and provides immediate assistance to families in a crisis or life-threatening situation
- Investigate and report on fraudulent applications
- Consult with stakeholders to determine solutions using best practices for complicated scenarios and positive outcomes for impacted families
- Present information using a variety of presentation instructional formats
- Maintain case history records and prepare reports
- Organize, develop, and evaluate training materials, procedures, and guides for program effectiveness
- Monitor implementation of program policies and practices
- Maintains continuity of work operations by documenting and communicating needed actions to management, discovering irregularities, and determining continuing needs
Key Accountabilities
- Establish and maintain relationships with other agencies and organizations in the community to meet community needs and close the gap on identified met/unmet needs
- Evaluate program performance, ensuring appropriate quality measures and resources are used effectively
- Prepare and maintain records and reports in support of functional and programmatic outcomes
- Perform program compliance file reviews ensuring compliance with program regulations
- Master utilization of case management software, providing feedback on enhancements to further programmatic goals and outcomes
KSA (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):
- Minimally requires a Bachelor’s Degree; with a minimum of 5 years direct assistance/project management experience in non-profit agency, human services or related experience working directly with clients and organizations to support moderate and low-income clients in overcoming barriers to sustainability or a combination of non-profit experience and education
- General office tools such as e-mail, fax, etc. and ability to learn/master legacy and case/client management systems
- Demonstrate an understanding of United Way, its philosophy and goals
- Ability to complete multiple tasks and a high volume of work
- Must have high level of attention to details; concern for accuracy
- Advanced customer service and problem resolution skills
- Critical thinking, Problem Solving, Solution Building and Decision Making
- Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
- Advanced communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills
- Self-starter; demonstrated ability to work independently and within teams, meet deadlines and manages projects effectively
- Positive commitment and ability to work with a staff and serve a community
- <10% travel required
To view the position and apply, click here.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including 12 days of vacation earned over the first 12 months of employment, sick pay, 10 company holidays, 5 1/2 flexible/personal holidays, 3 volunteer days, parental leave, health, dental, vision and life insurance for you and your family, short term disability, long term disability, and a 403(b) with an organization match and 3-year vesting schedule.
United Way of Greater St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
At United Way of Greater St. Louis, we unite people and organizations to tackle the most critical challenges facing our community. Through collaborative efforts, we’re transforming our region into a place where everyone can live, work, and thrive. Join us in this mission to create lasting change beyond just a day job. Come be a part of something meaningful!
The Financial Stability Initiatives (FSI) Program Manager will administer United Way financial education and savings programs, the volunteer financial coach program, and the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program in collaboration with United Way partner agencies. The manager will also act as a liaison for the program partners, provide agency training, and administer ongoing technical assistance with program implementation, data tracking, and program evaluation. The manager will be responsible for budget oversight, grant reporting, and communication with United Way agency staff, other United Way departments, and the Systems Change Director – Economic Mobility Initiatives. This position is grant-funded.
General Responsibilities:
- Manage United Way FSI programs (i.e. ASSET, IDA, VITA, and Volunteer Financial Coaching program)
- Provide technical assistance to program partners on program implementation and reporting
- Maintain communication with all program partners to ensure a seamless implementation of programs
- Manage check requests and payments, reporting and record keeping for program outcomes, program budgets and complete and reconcile expense reports and financial reports
- Manage evaluation process for FSI programs including designing evaluations, working with program and research partners to track and compile data, and completing reports
- Deliver financial education classes as needed providing financial coach training and support to program volunteers and agency staff
- Develop and provide program implementation training and support to agency staff
- Work with agencies to increase participant completion rates and improve participant support and engagement
- Integrate multi generational approach to learning about money into FSI programs
- Work with the United Way departments to identify, recruit and screen volunteer coaches and other program volunteers
- Train volunteers and agency staff to be savings coaches for participants in financial education and matched savings programs, such as the Individual Development Account and ASSET programs
- Work collaboratively with other United Way Systems Change team members to cross promote and deliver programing such as Bank On Save Up and Money Smart Month initiatives
Key Accountabilities:
- Administer programs within budget and according to programmatic and funder guidelines
- All work contributes to the attainment of the following strategic plan initiatives:
- Strengthen capacity to enhance nonprofit performance and collective impact efforts
- Advance racial equity internally and externally
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Analytical approach to the development and documentation of details associated with program/project design; ability to interpret policies, procedures, organization budgets
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree or a combination of non-profit experience and education
- At least 2 years of program management experience in a non-profit setting.
- Additional experience preferred:
- Computer proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Teams; Advanced proficiency in Excel preferred
- Program evaluation experience
- Proficiency with evaluation tools such as Survey Monkey, Qualrix and/or other evaluation tools
- Experience with on-line and in-person training, conducting training and online meetings via Zoom, Teams or other platforms.
- Proven experience managing volunteers and working with a variety of agencies program partners and staff
- Knowledgeable about basic personal finance concepts, budget and credit counseling, and experience with financial education instruction preferred
- Ability to complete multiple tasks and a high volume of work
- Must have high level of attention to detail; concern for accuracy
- Advanced customer service and problem resolution skills
- Flexibility and interpersonal skills
- Self-starter; demonstrated ability to work independently and within teams, meet deadlines and manage projects effectively
To view the position and apply, click here.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including 12 days of vacation earned over the first 12 months of employment, sick pay, 10 company holidays, 5 1/2 flexible/personal holidays, 3 volunteer days, parental leave, health, dental, vision and life insurance for you and your family, short term disability, long term disability, and a 403(b) with an organization match and 3-year vesting schedule.
United Way of Greater St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
By bringing people and organizations together to solve our region’s most pressing issues, United Way of Greater St. Louis is making our community a better place to live, work, and thrive. It’s more than a day job. It’s a mission. Come work with us!
2-1-1 Missouri and Southwest Illinois is a 24-hour comprehensive information and referral service available to residents of Missouri and Southwest Illinois that connects people to community resources.
2-1-1 Navigation Center Agents respond to inquiries through multiple queues within the United Way 2-1-1 Call Center, including phone, web chat and email inquiries. Specialists are responsible for assessing each person’s needs and properly referring them to an appropriate health and human service organization.
This position includes:
- Receiving in-bound chats, telephone calls, and emails from people requesting assistance.
- Engaging callers to assess their needs while utilizing a database to search for services, providing accurate and relevant information to callers to help them meet their needs
- Identifying and escalating priority issues documenting all call information according to standards
- Within 18 months, the person in this role will have completed the AIRS Certified Information and Referral Specialist (CIRS) exam.
If you have excellent experience in social service or customer service, the ability to handle crisis situations, and excellent verbal communication skills this may be the role for you! Requires a Bachelor’s degree or high school diploma with 3+ years experience in social service and/or call center environment; a basic knowledge of social service systems and how individuals access services and advanced customer service and problem-solving skills along with the ability to accurately type at least 45wpm. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, and be able to utilize multiple computer-based systems for documentation.
While this role has the opportunity to work remotely, all employees must live in the metro St Louis area (Illinois or Missouri).
To view the position and apply, click here.
United Way of Greater St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
By bringing people and organizations together to solve our region’s most pressing issues, United Way of Greater St. Louis is making our community a better place to live, work, and thrive. It’s more than a day job. It’s a mission. Come work with us!
2-1-1 Missouri and Southwest Illinois is a 24-hour comprehensive information and referral service available to residents of Missouri and Southwest Illinois that connects people to community resources.
2-1-1 Navigation Center Agents respond to inquiries through multiple queues within the United Way 2-1-1 Call Center, including phone, web chat and email inquiries. Specialists are responsible for assessing each person’s needs and properly referring them to an appropriate health and human service organization.
This position includes:
- Receiving in-bound chats, telephone calls, and emails from people requesting assistance.
- Engaging callers to assess their needs while utilizing a database to search for services, providing accurate and relevant information to callers to help them meet their needs
- Identifying and escalating priority issues documenting all call information according to standards
- Within 18 months, the person in this role will have completed the AIRS Certified Information and Referral Specialist (CIRS) exam.
If you have excellent experience in social service or customer service, the ability to handle crisis situations, and excellent verbal communication skills this may be the role for you! Requires a Bachelor’s degree or high school diploma with 3+ years experience in social service and/or call center environment; a basic knowledge of social service systems and how individuals access services and advanced customer service and problem-solving skills along with the ability to accurately type at least 45wpm. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, and be able to utilize multiple computer-based systems for documentation.
While this role has the opportunity to work remotely, all employees must live in the metro St Louis area (Illinois or Missouri).
To view the position and apply, click here.
United Way of Greater St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
At United Way of Greater St. Louis, we unite people and organizations to tackle the most critical challenges facing our community. Through collaborative efforts, we’re transforming our region into a place where everyone can live, work, and thrive. Join us in this mission to create lasting change beyond just a day job. Come be a part of something meaningful!
The Accounting Manager – Grants and Foundations performs specific lead accountant duties for various grants, programs and accounts. This role is an audit liaison for those programs and accounts and provides excellent customer service to other internal departments, to external donors, and to other stakeholders. A high degree of personal integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality is necessary given financial areas of responsibilities.
General Responsibilities:
- Function as lead accountant for miscellaneous internal grants, community initiative program funds and temporary restricted funds, doing necessary journal entries and reporting to assure funds are spent only to the extent they are available.
- Meticulously tracking all grant funds received, ensuring expenditures strictly adhere to specific guidelines outlined in the grant agreement, classifying costs as either direct or indirect, and maintaining detailed documentation to demonstrate compliance with federal regulations, particularly regarding allowable costs and cost principles outlined in 2 CFR Part 200 (Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards).
- Manage financial accounts as assigned and prepare associated, assigned reconciliations and work papers for annual audit, 5500 and 990 federal returns and other miscellaneous reporting.
- Follow established guidelines for keeping supervisors informed of progress, developments and obtaining approvals.
Key Accountabilities:
- Submit periodic reports to the funding agency detailing grant activity, invoices, and progress updates, and coordinate with program team to ensure compliance including reviews of sub-contractors.
- Engage as primary contact during regular governmental audits related to assigned grants.
- Responsible for the recording of all fixed assets into the Fixed Asset system including the associated general ledger account entries, activities and balances.
- Accountable for the receivables process, including invoicing for receivables from all contractual arrangements, reconciling receivable accounts, generating invoice reports when requested and notifying supervisor or CFO or outstanding invoice amounts.
KSA (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree, in accounting or related field, non-profit experience preferred
- Knowledge of use and operation of standard office equipment and 10-key, at a level generally acquired through 1+ years’ related experience.
- Computer proficiency in Windows environment and MS Office Suite. Advanced proficiency in Excel and Word preferred.
- Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in maintaining moderately complicated accounting records and compiling financial reports. Federal grant management experience preferred.
- Three (3) years’ work experience in non-profit agency or related experience.
- Knowledge of accounting systems and financial analysis.
- Ability to acquire, analyze and apply professional/technical knowledge, skills, experience, and judgment to accomplish results, better service customers and contribute to the organization’s intellectual capital.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including 12 days of vacation earned over the first 12 months of employment, sick pay, 10 company holidays, 5 1/2 flexible/personal holidays, 3 volunteer days, parental leave, health the first of the month following employment, dental, vision and life insurance for you and your family, short term disability, long term disability, and a 403(b) with an organization match and 3-year vesting schedule.
United Way of Greater St. Louis supports a hybrid office remote work schedule with both virtual and in-person meetings scheduled.
To view the position and apply, please click here.
United Way of Greater St. Louis is an equal opportunity employer.
Equal Employment Opportunity
It is the policy of the United Way of Greater St. Louis to recognize each person as an individual and to provide equal opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, ancestry, sexual orientation, color, sex, age, disability status, citizenship status, pregnancy, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, national origin, or any other protected status.
If you require an accommodation to search for or apply for a job with United Way of Greater St Louis, please call 1 (314) 421- 0700 and request a Human Resources team member.
“This is a great way to align my values and my mission along with United Way’s mission and it was a natural fit for me.”
– Sherita
Join Our Team
Our success is driven by our exceptional people. Working at United Way of Greater St. Louis means making a difference.
Our employees use their individual strengths to help solve some of our region’s toughest challenges. We are seeking committed professionals who want to better our community through their skills, knowledge and experience.
What We Stand For
United Way of Greater St. Louis prides itself on working to make a meaningful, measurable impact in the community. We are committed to a positive and collaborative work environment where all employees are appreciated for who they are and what they contribute.
United Way of Greater St. Louis values different backgrounds and perspectives, fostering teamwork and a collaborative environment while maximizing the impact of donations entrusted to us.
“I think my favorite thing about working for United Way is being able to connect what I do with the impact…that feels really great.”
– Ninette
Benefits
We offer competitive health, vision and dental plans to staff and their families, along with wellness initiatives, financial protection plans and a generous 403(b) plan. New employees can earn up to 12 vacation days and 10 paid holidays within their first year of employment and a day off for their birthday! We encourage staff to continue growing their skill sets and fuel their passions by attending seminars and conferences throughout the year.
Culture of Belonging
We’re committed to a positive and collaborative work environment where all employees are appreciated for who they are and what they contribute. We value different backgrounds and perspectives to foster teamwork and a collaborative environment that is imperative to our ability to make a meaningful, measurable impact in the region.