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Assistant Director, Mentoring and Education
Job Type: Full-Time, Hybrid
Are you a passionate leader with volunteer management experience? Do you consider yourself a strategic thinker, looking to contribute to a mission-minded nonprofit that transforms lives? If so, prepare to join the leadership team at a growing organization supporting first-generation-to-college students to reach academic and career success.
Future Link looks to fill a new position for an Assistant Director, Mentoring and Education. We seek a critical thinker with experience in volunteer engagement to take a leadership role in managing a talented cadre of dedicated volunteer professionals. The right individual will understand the rewards of contributing to a high-impact organization focused on student success.
The Assistant Director serves as an integral member of the Future Link team with the following responsibilities:
1. Volunteer Management
Mentor Program
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- Manage a cohort of Mentors (volunteer professionals) through full cycle of activity: recruiting, screening, training, matching, and maintaining Mentor/Mentee relationships.
- Guide Mentors towards relevant programs, services, and resources to best support their Mentee (Future Link student).
- Organize and lead Mentor training sessions, Mentor idea exchanges, and other community building programs to assist Mentors.
- Coordinate and interface with staff, Mentors, and students regarding mentorships.
Career Exploration
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- Direct and implement Career Exploration, a growing service that is part of Future Link’s three-track Career Coaching Program. This includes interviewing and training volunteers, evaluating student needs, connecting students with volunteers, and supporting volunteer/student pairs as they proceed through the Career Exploration process.
2. Community Engagement
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- Research, evaluate, and attend community events to represent Future Link.
- Build relationships with volunteers to evaluate further engagement opportunities.
- Assist in the coordination and planning of organizational programs.
3. Other duties as assigned to support organizational growth and student success.
Requirements:
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: A strong collaborator, prepared to help advance the Mentoring and Career Exploration services to the next level. Requires an experienced critical thinker with strong public speaking abilities. Seeking an organized, detail-oriented person with excellent written and interpersonal skills. Must be solution-oriented and confident to address both Mentor challenges and student obstacles. Ability to multi-task and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment is essential. A good sense of humor and a positive attitude is vital for success in this position.
Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree required. At least ten years of program management experience, demonstrating increased responsibility including prior roles managing volunteers. Must have a car, valid driver’s license, and live in the Washington, DC metropolitan area, with preference given to candidates who reside in Montgomery County, MD.
Salary Range/Benefits: Competitive salary. Flexible environment. Hybrid work schedule (three days in Rockville office) with occasional evening work required. Health, vision, dental, and retirement plans offered. Generous holiday and vacation time.
Please submit resume and cover letter to: futurelinkmoco@gmail.com
No phone calls please.
