Staff/Volunteer Positions at The LOFT Whether you're a staff member or volunteer staff, The LOFT is a unique environment in which to work. The LOFT offers you the opportunity to contribute your talents and abilities to further the cause of inclusion and equality, as well as working with and for the LGBT Community of the Lower Hudson Valley. The LOFT is a business casual workplace, but is exciting and fast-paced, with many plates spinning at one time. We look for energetic and capable candidates whose skill-sets will contribute to the mission and goals of the organization. Staff Executive Director The LOFT, the LGBT Community Services Center in White Plains, New York, seeks applicants for the Executive Director position. The Executive Director reports to the Board of Directors, and is responsible for helping the organization achieve its mission within the financial budget and compliant to all regulations. The ED should be a visionary leader who positively affects change in the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community. Position Description: - Manage operations of the center and maximize synergies across the organization to achieve long-term goals - Develop and implement annual and long-term strategies in conjunction with the Board to achieve the LOFT's mission - Provide leadership in budget development, financial plans, grant reporting, and compliance - Identify new programming opportunities and events for the LGBT community - Assist in revenue generation and fundraising opportunities throughout the year - Advocate for the LOFT and LGBT issues in the local community, including participation in meetings of the local community/Westchester County/New York state - Act as a media spokesperson for the LOFT, and for LGBT and Senior issues - Maintain networking activities with the Program Directors of Silver Connections, the LOFT's program for LGBT individuals who are 55-plus - Build and nurture relationships with community members, leaders, supporters, and donors at the local, state, and national levels - Regularly communicate with the Board on the status of the organization and important developments affecting the LOFT - Foster an environment that attracts, retains, and motivates highly skilled staff and volunteers - Directly supervise the staff of Silver Connections, other contracted employees, and select volunteers Qualifications: The LOFT seeks applicants with a minimum of three years experience working in the non-profit sector. Experience with grant-writing and related reporting are required. Knowledge of Windows and the Microsoft Office Suite is a must. Experience with content management and e-mail software, database, and financial software packages is a plus. A Bachelor's Degree is required; a Master's Degree is preferred. The LOFT offers a flexible work schedule, opportunities for professional development in the nonprofit sector, and a health benefits package. Salary is commensurate with experience. Please send a resume and cover letter to: The LOFT 180 East Post Road, Lower Level White Plains, NY 10601 Attn: Personnel Committee Questions about the position can be sent to jeanmarie@loftgaycenter.org. Volunteer Staffing Volunteers at our center are an important part of a growing organization. You can meet new people in an environment that feels familiar when you volunteer at the LOFT. There are monthly orientation meetings and training seminars, where you can get more information and see how your skills can help the organization. You can volunteer in a way that contributes back to our community. Please Click Here for more information, and how you can contact us regarding volunteering at The LOFT. The LOFT is committed to providing equal opportunity employment and volunteer opportunities to candidates and employees without regard to race, religion, creed, age, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, height, weight, marital status, disability unrelated to an individual’s ability to perform adequately, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, or any other characteristic protected by law.