MANAGING DIRECTOR
POSITION SUMMARY

The Managing Director will oversee all operations at the Friendship Foundation, focusing on strategic planning, fundraising development, and community partnerships. The Managing Director reports to the Executive Director and requires a dynamic leader capable of managing multiple priorities, building relationships, and driving growth across all areas of the Foundation’s operations. This role involves collaborating closely with both the Executive Director and Chief Program Officer to craft a comprehensive strategy aimed at enhancing fundraising and the Foundation’s programs in preparation for the new 62,000 square-foot Friendship Campus, opening in 2026.

The Friendship Foundation, established in 2007, is dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), ages 8- 35+, by providing socially integrated programs that promote friendship, independence, and purposeful living. We have established Friendship Clubs in 88 schools across 22 school districts with over 5,000 individuals involved and offer over 60 monthly community/social programs.

FUNDRAISING & DEVELOPMENT

Manage the donor database and cultivate donor relationships.
Develop and execute the Annual Donor Appeal Campaign and Summer Donor Campaign
Identify and research potential funding sources, including government agencies, foundations, corporations, and individual donors.
Execute a comprehensive fundraising plan that encompasses major gifts, corporate and foundation giving, planned giving, and special events
Collaborate with the Executive Director to develop donor and board member relations
Serve as a liaison to coordinate with corporate and community partnerships for volunteer initiatives and program sponsorships
Research and strategize future fundraisers and events for the Friendship Campus

OPERATIONS

Develop strategies and initiatives to further promote our mission of inclusion within the community.
Build strong relationships with parents, community partners, and donors.
Support board of director governance roles, schedule board meetings, implement board policies and decisions
Maintain all media releases, press releases, website content, and social media channels.
Plan and budget for events, including the annual Evening of Recognition, the Skechers Walk, etc.
Oversee the Skechers Pier to Pier Friendship Walk:
Communicate with surrounding education foundations and school districts regarding goals, expectations, and progress during the annual Skechers Walk. This includes outreach, marketing, progress tracking, and identifying fundraising incentives.
Implement goals and expectations with Foundation staff and community partners
Collaborate with Skechers Foundation on marketing, community outreach, event logistics, and social media
Assist Executive Director with Friendship Campus relations (capital campaign, construction process, researching, hiring, community partnerships, and communications with school districts.

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

Manage a $3M+ annual operating budget and financial health for the Foundation, with plans to increase capacity at the new 62,000 square-foot Friendship Campus
Work with Directors and accounting staff to monitor, update, and report on monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue projections.

QUALIFICATIONS

A strong background in managing nonprofit organizations is preferred.
Prior experience in a leadership role, as well as managing and supervising teams
Excellent communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement.
Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.

Salary: $90,000 – $140,000, annually

Benefits: Paid time off
Health Benefits
401(k)

Education requirements: None.

Deadline to apply: June 15, 2025

Documents required to apply: Resume.

How to apply: Interested and qualified candidates should apply to this Indeed job posting.

 

TEMPORARY PROJECT MANAGER, TRANSIT ASSET MANAGEMENT (ARTWORK)

Description
*THIS POSITION IS TEMPORARY (UP TO 40 HOURS) WITH LIMITED BENEFITS. (Please see Benefits tab for additional information.) No Qualified Candidate Pool (QCP) will be established. You will only be contacted if there is an interest from the hiring department.*
Develops the programs and projects necessary to assess the condition of Metro assets; implements and oversees all aspects of projects designed to determine the State of Good Repair (SGR) condition and reports on critical findings to ensure SGR targets are met. The Project Manager, Transit Asset Management (Artwork) will manage the inspections, condition assessments, repair, refurbishment and records of contemporary public artworks in the transit environment. This position may run for multiple years depending on agency need and available funding; however, the position will be re-evaluated every fiscal year.
Examples of Duties
• Manages projects and serves as lead technical expert with primary responsibility for condition, performance, and risk assessments, and ensures all contractual requirements are completed
• Creates, manages, and documents business processes and procedures for conducting asset type condition assessments consistent with Metro expectations and FTA (Federal Transit Administration) Transit Economic Requirement (TERM) 1-5 State of Good Repair (SGR) Asset Scale
• Oversees the work and serves as a technical resource for all SGR inspectors and consultants performing condition assessments and inspections; may be required to perform condition assessments and inspections
• Creates statements of work for condition assessments of all Metro assets
• Participates in development and enhancement of Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) project Management Information System and/or Financial Information System components and modules; implements standard computerized project tracking and status reporting systems
• Develops guides, standards, and applications and implements inspection procedures, specifically for the collection of condition data into the asset inventory database/ EAM system and reporting of performance and condition data
• Oversees staff in the input of data and reconciles data gathered
• Interprets data on failure analysis, performance incidents, and inspections to inform on risks and condition ratings
• Interfaces and coordinates with other departments, regarding Transit Asset Management (TAM)/ SGR projects, programs, funding, policy, and other issues
• Assists with analysis and interpretation of data for use in asset prioritization, project development, and lifecycle planning
• Oversees the process of sampling asset data for accuracy
• Conducts trend analysis for identification of possible defects, reports findings, and follows up to resolve issues
• Participates in the design, implementation, and training of inspection staff to ensure data is useful, accurate, and up to date in the EAM/asset inventory database
• Assists with studies and analysis of advanced maintenance practices, including predictive and reliability centered maintenance
• Serves as technical resource for rehabilitation/ replacement decision-making, developing performance/ condition measures, SGR ratings, and training on data collection/reporting for the asset inventory EAM
• Performs data mining of Metro’s maintenance management EAM system to monitor and report on performance and conditions
• Liaises with asset owners and consultants to help ensure asset inventory, conditions, and costs are updated on a regular basis
• Provides project management expertise for condition assessments of other asset categories such as buses, rail vehicles, wayside power and control systems, and facilities, when required
• Provides project management support and technical expertise to other Metro departments in areas of project planning, cost, and technical advice
• Develops and oversees condition estimating, cost estimating, budgeting, cost management and control, scheduling, configuration management, and management information system and reporting activities
• Monitors, reviews, and analyzes actual project performance related to budget, cost, and schedules management activities
• Identifies problems and manages resolution of issues and actions to ensure daily completion of required task efforts involving budget, cost, schedule, and other project management responsibilities
• Provides reporting of critical data to executive management and the Board of Directors
• Evaluates project deliverables for technical quality, compliance with codes and regulations, and conformance to contractual requirements
• Analyzes reports from consultants and validates conclusions
• Oversees the development, monitoring, and adherence to Metro’s policies/procedures, budget, and unit goals and objectives
• Leads other professional staff as required by management and policy
• Maintains, supports, and promotes a safe work environment while complying with all of Metro’s safety rules, policies, and procedures
• Communicates and implements safety rules, policies, and procedures in support of the agency’s safety vision and goals; and maintains accountability for the safety performance of all assigned employees
• Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out
May be required to perform other related job duties
Minimum Qualifications
A combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a year-for-year basis. A typical combination includes:
Education
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction, Business, Planning, or a related field; Master’s Degree in a related field preferred
Experience
• Six years of relevant experience or three years of relevant supervisory-level experience overseeing and performing professional work in project management or construction management, including related systems and equipment implementation project experience; transit agency experience preferred
Certifications/Licenses/Special Requirements
• A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications (PQs) are used to identify relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) as determined by business necessity. These criteria are considered preferred qualifications and are not intended to serve as minimum requirements for the position. PQs will help support selection decisions throughout the recruitment. In addition, applicants who possess these PQs will not automatically be selected.
The following are the preferred qualifications:
• Experience managing the development, planning, implementation and delivery of contemporary public art conservation projects within high-traffic public spaces
• Experience developing visual artwork condition assessments and implementing recommendations for specialized care of two and three dimensional contemporary public artworks
• Experience managing visual artwork asset data, digital records, and reporting through specialized database systems
• Experience managing compliance with visual artist rights, copyright, and intellectual property requirements in the conservation of contemporary public art
• Experience managing specialized visual arts contractors and providing guidance to staff and artists
Essential Knowledge
Knowledge of(defined as a learned body of information that is required for and applied in the performance of job tasks)
• Theories, principles, and practices related to contract administration, including generation of contract documents, scopes of work, change orders, claims, and task orders
• Theories, principles, and practices project management, including scheduling, cost estimation, budgets, and quality assurance/quality management
• Theories, principles, and practices of engineering and construction, including condition assessments, inspection techniques, building codes, and local jurisdictional requirements
• Theories, principles, and practices of electrical power, mechanical and control systems, and other bus and rail systems
• Theories, principles, and practices of rail vehicle maintenance and engineering
• Theories, principles, and practices of transit asset management
• Rail vehicle maintenance, design performance, and operation; facilities maintenance; and electrical/electronic, construction, civil, structural, mechanical, industrial engineering
• Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations, including public utilities commission inspections, rail maintenance division inspections, and various internal/external audits (FTA, Triennial audits)
• Applicable computer software applications and other technology
• Modern management theory
Skill in(defined as the proficient manual, verbal, or mental utilization of data, people, or things)
• Managing the scope, schedule, and budget of projects
• Assigning work, managing reports, evaluating performance, and ensuring team is cohesive and capable of completing duties as assigned
• Overseeing the operations of multiple asset class assessment inspectors, consultants, and work units
• Determining strategies to achieve goals
• Analyzing situations, identifying problems, and recommending solutions
• Exercising sound judgment and creativity in making decisions
• Presenting results of information gathered to executive leadership and senior management
• Communicating effectively orally and in writing
• Interpersonal communications, including interacting professionally and effectively with management, direct reports, various levels of Metro employees, and outside representatives
• Data acquisition and processing, including inputting, validating, manipulating, and calculating
• Using computers including, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and software testing and evaluation
Ability to(defined as a present competence to perform an observable behavior or produce an observable result)
• Work across departments to gather information from stakeholders to ensure projects accurately reflect Metro’s long-term needs and expectations
• Review Job Hazard Analysis, project management plans, and project work plans, and ensure that all project tasks are performed in a safe and efficient manner
• Develop condition/performance assessment methods, procedures, and standards for inspection
• Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and labor/management agreements
• Plan financial and staffing needs
• Compile, analyze, and interpret complex data
• Prepare comprehensive reports and correspondence
• Read, write, speak, and understand English
Special Conditions
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Metro provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Working Conditions
• Typical office situation
• Close exposure to computer monitors and video screen
• Work on elevated surfaces or below ground level
• Work in awkward or confining/enclosed spaces
• Work on slippery or uneven surfaces
• Exposure to moving machinery and/or vehicles
• Exposure to outdoor weather including extreme heat, cold, dampness and/or humidity
Physical Effort Required
• Sitting at a desk or table
• Operate a telephone or other telecommunications device and communicate through the medium
• Type and use a keyboard and mouse to perform necessary computer-based functions
• Standing
• Walking
• Climbing (e.g., ladders, scaffolds, stairs, poles, into vehicles, etc.)
• Lifting or carrying
• Bending or twisting at the neck, waist and/or knees
• Handling by seizing, holding, grasping, or turning hands, but without finger dexterity
• Using equipment requiring high hand and finger dexterity
• Safely use shar objects and tools
• Communicating through speech in the English language required
(JAL)
Metro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, or disability. Learn more about Metro’s Equal Employment Opportunity Program. Metro does not deny participation in the application process to anyone with prior justice system involvement, in line with Fair Chance hiring practices.

Salary: $52.57 – $78.86, hourly

Benefits: N/A

Education requirements: Bachelor’s degree

Deadline to apply: July 1, 2025

Documents required to apply: Other.

How to apply: Visit Metro’s website and complete an online Employment Application.

Selection Procedure
Applicants who best meet job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to further evaluate job-related experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.
Application Procedure
To apply, visit Metro’s website at www.metro.net and complete an online Employment Application.
Computers are available to complete online Employment Applications at the following Metro location:
METRO Headquarters, Employment Office
One Gateway Plaza
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Telephone: (213) 922-6217 or persons with hearing or speech impairments can use California Relay Service 711 to contact Metro.
All completed online Employment Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. Late applications will not be considered.
*Open to the public and all Metro employees
This job bulletin is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other related job duties.
Employer Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (CA)
Address
One Gateway Plaza
Los Angeles, California, 90012
Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lametro

Self Help Graphics & Art

Founded in 1973 in the heart of East Los Angeles, Self Help Graphics and Art (SHG) is dedicated to the production, interpretation and distribution of prints and other art media by Chicana/o/x and Latina/o/x artists. Our multidisciplinary, intergenerational programs promote artistic excellence and empower our community by providing access to space, tools, training and resources.

Summary

The Senior Accountant is responsible for all accounting tasks in the areas of bookkeeping, accounts receivable, accounts payable and other daily administrative and accounting functions. The ideal accountant is detail oriented, organized, has great interpersonal skills, flexibility, and good judgment.

This role is ideal for someone seeking a community-serving and mission-oriented place of work whose values align with a culture of community care, solidarity, and a deep commitment to a nonprofit arts administration practice that centers equity, leadership development, and sustainability.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Primary

Manages accounts payable and receivables

Manage and maintain proper accounting records of all financial transactions including vendor files (Account Payables), cash receipts (Account Receivables) and bank accounts/reconciliation files

Manage the posting of all miscellaneous cash receipts and miscellaneous journal entries

Review and reconcile credit card statements.

Assist in budgeting and forecasting processes.

Ensure compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations.

Help in processing invoices, payments, and payroll in a timely manner.

Assist with year-end reporting including preparing and submitting Form 1099’s

Assist with year-end reporting including preparing and submitting Form 990

Be the primary liaison for external audits

Supports the preparation of financial statements on monthly/quarterly basis to the Interim Executive Director, Board of Directors, and/or programming and ad-hoc reporting needs.

Assist with the tracking and reporting of income and expenses for the SHG capital campaign in order to ensure fiduciary compliance with government and foundation grants.

Track and and report on expenses for various grants and projects; including major government grants with regular reporting requirements. Assist in the preparation of government invoices for grant reimbursement or advances.

Manage petty cash including maintaining proper documentation, recording transactions, and reconciling monthly.

Review online transactions from a variety of platforms including Square, Mobile Cause, and stripe posted by Administrative Associate.

Maintain orderly and up-to-date files of paid invoices and canceled and voided checks.

Teamwork & Administrative

Attend regular all-team meetings, and coordinate with team members as needed

Provide support during major events such as Dia de los Muertos, Annual Print Fair SHG-led gatherings like the bi-annual Print Summit, fundraising events, and marketplaces.

Create and maintain accounting protocols for financial activity, and internal controls, including but not limited to fiscal sponsorship partnerships.

Create and oversee reimbursements protocol for staff; including verifying manager approval, proper account coding, business purpose and attachment of supporting receipts

Work with the Development team to generate protocols for special events expenses and income. Assist with preparation of event and special campaign financial reports.

Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent experience.

Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.

2-3 years experience in accounts payable and receivable

2-3 years experience with nonprofit organization accounting (paid or volunteer)

Proficiency in Microsoft and Google software suites and Quickbooks online

Must be highly organized with the ability to work independently

Proactive in using technology and systems to maximize efficiencies with tasks.

Dedication and ability to have a positive working relationship with SHG staff, artists, and community members.

Professionalism, maturity and ability to work both collaboratively and independently.

Attention to consistency and detail with an ability to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks.

Identifies and solves problems proactively, is solution-driven and committed to results.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Demonstrated experience working effectively as part of a team and with colleagues of diverse backgrounds and perspectives, in a remote and in-person work environment.

Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

Demonstrated commitment to art and culture as a tool for social justice, and empowering communities through the arts.

Physical Requirements

Moderate physical effort. May require occasional lifting, handling, pushing, or moving objects up to 25 lbs.

Sitting for extended periods in front of a computer screen.

Standing for extended periods during events.

Salary: $68,000 – $72,000, annually

Benefits: Medical benefits and robust PTO included

Education requirements: Bachelor’s degree

Deadline to apply: June 30, 2025

Documents required to apply: Resume, Cover Letter, References

How to apply: Send a cover letter and resume to jobs@selfhelpgraphics.com with the position title and your name in the subject line. For example: Bookkeeper/Jr Accountant – Jane Doe.