Careers

Reporting to the Head of School, the AHSA works closely with the Head of School and the Board of Trustees, including staffing the Strategic Futures Committee, Advancement Committee, and related Board task forces.

The AHSA will provide confident and strong leadership to the development, constituent relations (parents, grandparents, alumni parents, alumni, and friends), and communications and marketing programs in support of the School’s mission, vision, and goals. Specific responsibilities include:

· Collaborate with the Head of School as a thought partner in strategy and in donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship;

· Work effectively within the distributive leadership model implemented in the past five years;

· Develop strong working relationships with the Board and other key constituencies;

· Manage the Viewpoint brand, ensuring that all of the School’s advancement activities are cohesive and intentional.  It is important to know that a new brand platform is in development that articulates a very attractive “high ground” for Viewpoint’s identity;

· Externally represent Viewpoint to current and prospective support constituencies;

· Sustain and enhance current development, alumni relations, and parent programming;

· Help implement annual support goals, with an emphasis on operating funds and endowment;

· Increase annual giving participation and dollars significantly;

· Formulate leadership gift solicitation strategies, emphasizing endowment and, when needed, capital project priorities;

· Ensure prompt and accurate gift and pledge recording, acknowledgement, and compliance with school policy and philanthropic best practices;

· Serve as an effective mentor and communicator to constituents with different personalities and cultures;

·  Enhance the school environment by serving as an active and visible community member.

Qualifications and Qualities of the Position

The Head, Board, and the Viewpoint community seek a candidate who possesses the proven leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to help the School maintain its commitment to academic excellence and who resonates with the School’s powerfully felt culture, mission, and core values. The School seeks a person who leads with imagination, vision, energy, and drive. The following qualities will be welcomed:

·10+ years of leadership fundraising experience, including campaign planning and management, ideally in an independent school, college or university, or similar setting;

· Impressive track record in fundraising, communications and/or alumni administration;

· Track record of conceptualizing, planning, and cohesively integrating a full range of advancement programs;

· A firm believer in the School’s values and the capacity to articulate the case for support of Viewpoint;

· Contributor to the overall strategic planning of the School;

· Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, and a sophisticated understanding of what should be communicated to different audiences;

· A decisive and confident leader, embracing the School’s culture and with the ability to develop consensus;

· Highly professional team-player, with a strong sense of integrity and desire to work effectively with colleagues, volunteers, and boards;

· Thorough grasp of the current trends in advancement and issues facing independent schools.

Candidates interested in applying for the position should submit an updated resume and cover letter to careers@viewpoint.org.

Viewpoint School is currently seeking a Chief Marketing Officer. The Chief Marketing Officer is responsible for providing leadership and strategically managing all of Viewpoint’s communications and marketing as directed by the Head of School. The CMO drives fulfillment of objectives across the organization, including but not limited to enrollment, retention, advancement, brand development, and internal/external communications. The ideal candidate is a creative, business-minded storyteller who creates compelling content and outreach programs that:

• Generate demand in the highly competitive Los Angeles independent school market
• Cultivate a vibrant, cohesive community of uncommon mutual commitment
• Dramatize the unique significance of Viewpoint
• Advance the School’s regional, state, and national reputation

Key priorities in the first year will include:
1. Implementation of a differentiated brand strategy that effectively distinguishes Viewpoint School as a unique educational choice in the Los Angeles region amidst public, private, and independent schools.
2. Collaborating with a cross-functional team of faculty and administrators to deliver the promise of a Viewpoint education.
3. Creation of a compelling narrative that fosters engagement, deepening the connection and emotional bonds of everyone in the Viewpoint community.

The Chief Marketing Officer reports to the Head of School and Assistant Head of School for Advancement, serves as a member of the school’s senior leadership team, and works collaboratively with administrators, faculty, staff and others to achieve institutional objectives. In addition, the Chief Marketing Officer will work closely with the Assistant Head of School for Enrollment to market the school to potential applicants.
 

Specific Responsibilities

Marketing/Branding

• Create and execute a strategic branding and marketing plan to drive demand and enhance Viewpoint’s profile among key constituencies.
• Serve as a strategic thought partner to Viewpoint’s senior leadership on key strategies to enrich the Viewpoint brand experience.
• Ensure that predictive analytics, automation, and artificial intelligence are used to keep the School’s marketing strategies efficient and cutting edge.
• Oversee digital marketing efforts including website design, brand alignment, maintenance, and efficacy.
• Ensure brand and messaging quality and consistency, establishing and enforcing guidelines across all departments, activities, and events, as well as among professional and volunteer leadership.

Enrollment

• In partnership with the Assistant Head of School for Enrollment, provide leadership, strategy development, and execution for marketing and communications plans that meet specific enrollment goals.
• Lead the strategic planning and production of a variety of web, social media, digital, print, video production, and other media products, designed to meet enrollment goals
• Utilize website predictive analytics, automation, and artificial intelligence to uncover information about prospective families visiting the School’s website.

Advancement

• In collaboration with the Assistant Head of School of Advancement, develop the case for support that drives the school’s fundraising efforts, helping to design strategies and to implement specific plans to improve participation and dollars raised through annual giving, major gift, and capital campaign efforts.
• Lead the strategic planning and production of a variety of web, social media, digital, print, video, and other media products, designed to increase participation and dollars raised for all fundraising efforts.

Communications

• Lead all internal and external marketing communications activities, including messaging and branding, publications, social media, digital communications, web presence, advertising and public relations, and advancement communications.
• Oversee the design, production, and distribution of all printed materials for Viewpoint, working in close collaboration with relevant colleagues.
• Oversee all website, video, and photography initiatives in keeping with brand objectives.
• Serve as the campus media relations contact, which includes emergency and crisis situations. Be on call 24/7 to communicate necessary information to the Viewpoint community.
• Oversee and ensure editing for the highest level of professionalism in all written communication that represents the School.
• Keep the Head of School, Assistant Heads of School and other senior leaders informed with accurate and timely information regarding marketing communications initiatives and progress toward established goals.

Management
 

• Direct the day-to-day activities of the marketing communications department at Viewpoint and ensure that administrative systems and procedures, such as data collection, review, and reporting, function smoothly, efficiently, and in collaboration with other departments in the School.
• Manage and guide the Associate Director of Communications and Digital Marketing and Communications Manager, setting clear objectives, providing regular feedback, and encouraging open and ongoing communication across campus.

In addition, the Chief Marketing Officer will:

• Engage actively in professional development to remain current in best practices related to independent school communications, emerging social media, and leading marketing and branding strategies.
• Actively support the Head of School, Viewpoint’s institutional priorities, and strategic framework, in alignment with the School’s mission, vision, and values.

Qualifications
• Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree required.
• At least 10-15 years of experience in marketing and communications with a demonstrated increase in responsibility and success.
• Strategic thinker, innovative and versatile leader, with proven ability to provide strategic direction while being hands-on and able to inspire a team of talented professionals
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, as well as a highly collaborative nature, with the ability to facilitate work between a wide range of individuals and groups.
• High level of energy, enthusiasm, and an entrepreneurial spirit.
• High professional and ethical standards for handling confidential information are a must.
• Knowledge of evolving marketing and communications industry trends is required, along with an understanding of data analytics, practices, tools, and platforms.
• Ability to develop new marketing assets across all mediums and channels, including social, print, video, advertising, etc.
• Ability to multitask, set priorities and meet deadlines in an effective and timely manner.
• Outstanding speaking, writing, and editing skills.
• Ability to develop, monitor, and adhere to budgets and production schedules

Candidates interested in applying for the position should submit an updated resume and cover letter to careers@viewpoint.org.

Viewpoint is accepting applications for a coverage position teaching 6^th grade science for the spring semester 2021. Specific duties include: 5 sections 6^th grade earth science; 1 advisory section (morning daily homeroom and 1-2x a week advisory class); heavy utilization of Google Slides/docs for assignments and presentations; conducting labs that are either “virtual” or “in-person”. Subject areas include rocks and minerals, geology, birds/physics of flight, and physical science.

Successful candidates should have at least three years of experience teaching science and a Bachelor's degree in science. In addition, the candidate will have interest and experience in a variety of teaching methods, strong laboratory skills, proficiency in student-centered instruction, and a collaborative, innovative mindset.  Effective communication skills are also required.  Candidates interested in applying for the position should submit an updated resume and cover letter to careers@viewpoint.org.

Viewpoint is seeking an Evening Lead Custodian to work in collaboration with the Evening Facilities and Events Manager to lead the Custodial Team in daily and routine operations. Will regularly work closely with the Support Services Department.    

Additional Functions: 

• Maintains assigned cleaning area following the same criteria as fellow team members
• Guides/assists team members with event/meeting set ups and breakdowns 
• Provides support/assistance to the Support Services Department as needed
• Maintains good communication with the Support Services Department    
• Assists with occasional routine cleaning inspections as specified by the manager
• Assists the Manager with maintaining stocked cleaning inventory and advises when it’s time to re-order 
• Is responsible for monthly check of campus feminine napkin vending machines   
• Reports and takes notes from other team members when items are reported in need of repair due to normal wear and tear  
• Reports safety and fire hazards
• Participate in OSHA and “Right to Know” training
• Support and maintain Viewpoint School Operations Dept. work conditions and standards, along with applicable health and safety codes
• Available to work a flexible schedule in order to meet the needs of the school 
• Must be accessible and available in the event of emergencies or when needed to meet the ongoing mission of the school  

Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Required:  

Demonstrated experience in a customer service setting, with the ability to establish and maintain effective and professional working relationships with parents, faculty, staff and administration.

• Position requires dependability, adaptability, common sense decision making, good judgment, be team oriented and have the ability to work in a fast paced environment 
• Courteous manner in dealing with public. Maintain a professional distance between students and families.
• Must be able to walk and stand for long periods of time. Must be able to frequently climb stairs, uneven terrain and hillside pathways. (Reasonable accommodations that do not cause an undue hardship on Viewpoint may be available) 
• Required to occasionally bend and stoop. Be able to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs. (Reasonable accommodations that do not cause an undue hardship to Viewpoint may be available)
• Ability to work indoors/outdoors under year-round climate
• Knowledge of standard cleaning procedures, chemicals, products and equipment 
• Ability to read and understand labels and instructions, particularly on the use and application of cleaning chemicals and products 
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures 
• Team building skills
• Decision making skills
• Problem solving skills
• Effective verbal and listening communications skills
• Time management skills
• Ability to work with little or minimal supervision 

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Courteous manner in dealing with public. Maintain a professional distance between students and families.
• Must be able to walk and stand for long periods of time. Must be able to frequently climb stairs, uneven terrain and hillside pathways. (Reasonable accommodations that do not cause an undue hardship on Viewpoint may be available)
• Required to occasionally bend and stoop. Be able to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs. (Reasonable accommodations that do not cause an undue hardship to Viewpoint may be available)
• Ability to work outdoors under year-round climate.
• Works in a high stress environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts
• Position may require weekend and evening work
• Meetings and events at different locations around 40-acre campus
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures
• Team building skills
• Decision making skills
• Problem solving skills
• Effective verbal and listening communications skills
• Time management skills
• Ability to work with little or no supervision

Candidates interested in applying for the position should submit an updated resume to careers@viewpoint.org.

Viewpoint is seeking a Temporary Utility Worker to provide hands on support with the Utility/Custodial Department during the day, after hours and during weekends. The Utility worker will provide hands on assistance with moving items, loading and unloading and with the set-up and breakdowns of events/meetings.
 
Additional Functions:

• Assist team members with event/meeting set ups and breakdowns
• Assist in moving tables, chairs, canopies, classroom/office furniture as needed
• Assist with loading and unloading stock items
• Assist in supply chain organization
• Conduct basic custodial work during down periods, such as but not limited to trash and recycling clean up, spot cleaning of exterior walkways, trash pick-up, etc.
• Provide general labor as needed/requested
• Participate in OSHA and “Right to Know” training
• Support and maintain Viewpoint School Operations Dept. work conditions and standards, along with applicable health and safety codes
• Must be accessible and available in the event of emergencies or when needed to meet the ongoing mission of the school

 
Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Required:
 
Demonstrated experience in a customer service setting, with the ability to establish and maintain effective and professional working relationships with parents, faculty, staff and administration
 

• Available to work a flexible schedule with the ability to work the afternoons into the evenings.
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Position requires dependability, adaptability, common sense decision making, good judgment, be team oriented and have the ability to work in a fast paced environment

 
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
 

• Courteous manner in dealing with public. Maintain a professional distance between students and families.
• Must be able to walk and stand for long periods of time. Must be able to frequently climb stairs, uneven terrain and hillside pathways. (Reasonable accommodations that do not cause an undue hardship on Viewpoint may be available)
• Required to occasionally bend and stoop. Be able to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs. (Reasonable accommodations that do not cause an undue hardship to Viewpoint may be available)
• Work at desk and computer screen for extended periods of time
• Ability to work outdoors under year-round climate.
• Works in a high stress environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts
• Position may require weekend and evening work
• Meetings and events at different locations around 40-acre campus
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures
• Team building skills
• Decision making skills
• Problem solving skills
• Effective verbal and listening communications skills
• Time management skills
• Ability to work with little or no supervision

Candidates interested in applying for the position should submit an updated resume to careers@viewpoint.org.

Viewpoint School is currently seeking on-call part-time Campus Safety Officers. Shifts and times are as follows:

11:00 a.m. -7:30 p.m., 2:00-10:30 p.m., or 10:30 p.m.-7:00 a.m.

• Swing
• Graveyard
• Weekends

Qualifications and requirements include, but not limited to:

• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience in law enforcement, security protection or combination of the two
• BSIS Guard Card required
• Additional certifications, licensing or training in security or safety related field is highly suggested.

The school will provide a work shirt, jacket and equipment as needed. You are required to supply pants and shoes.

Candidates interested in applying for the position should submit an updated resume to careers@viewpoint.org.