Current Position Openings
Grounds Maintenance Manager
Title: Grounds Maintenance Manager
Reports to: Housing & Real Estate Development Director
Location: Kansas City Urban Core
Disclaimer
Role Summary
UNI’s Housing and & Real Estate department operations are based on the practice of community-building principles. The Grounds Maintenance Manager plays a key role in creating and maintaining safe, welcoming, and well-maintained outdoor environments that reflect the values of the neighborhoods we serve. In addition to strong technical proficiency in groundskeeping and landscape management, the Grounds Maintenance Manager must exhibit collaborative leadership and community engagement skills.
This position engages directly with residents and team members to ensure that grounds maintenance practices align with the broader goals of affordable housing and community vitality. The Grounds Maintenance Manager supports Project Managers and/or the Director in executing site-based strategies that enhance neighborhood aesthetics, sustainability, and long-term asset stewardship.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS::
- Up to 1 year of relevant experience in construction, property management, maintenance, or asset management experience is preferred.
- Must be attentive to detail, proactive, results-oriented, and dependable.
- Must be able to exercise good judgment, take initiative, function independently and work in cooperation with others.
- Must be able to coordinate and prioritize a variety of tasks within deadlines.
- Good written and oral communication skills.
- Proven ability to communicate well and be professional and respectful.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite Workspace.
- Must be able to successfully work well with others in a team environment.
- Has a good attitude and an abundance mindset.
Specific duties and responsibilities include the following:
- Conduct vacant lot maintenance and mowing of UNI owned properties and any properties under site control. Make sure properties are clear of dumping, debris and overgrowth. Coordinate or conduct opening and closing of structures for the purpose of providing access when necessary.
- Coordinate with subcontractors/vendors to perform duties not defined in these job duties. Respond to any city orders by working directly with the assigned city inspector.
- Assist with acquisition of new properties and identify any new property leads while out in the field.
- Coordinate with service providers or vendors as it relates to utilities or professional services (i.e. security patrols, alarm system or maintenance vendors). Intake and review all invoices for services rendered. Tracking payments as it relates to the scope of work. Attending project site meetings, when necessary.
- Survey all properties for maintenance and security needs. Purchase supplies and materials when needed as it relates to maintenance and security of properties.
- Monitor and photo document projects under construction or any site work underway to ensure work is progressing and project sites are clean and secure outside of construction hours.
- Connect with neighbors of adjacent and surrounding UNI owned properties. We strive to be good neighbors.
- This position entails some office tasks but primarily requires one to be on site and outside. Lifting of materials and supplies is required. Must be able to operate large machine equipment including but not limited to operating of mowers, weed eaters and other lawn tools.
- Performs other duties as assigned. This description is not to be taken as a limiting document, as other duties and special projects may be assigned as the situation dictates.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with Kansas City Urban Core neighborhood organizations.
- Sensitivity to the needs and concerns of low-income individuals and families.
- Belief in the mission of quality affordable housing and successful community engagement and development.
- Appreciation/respect of and commitment to UNI’s mission.
Compensation
Full-time salaried position, $35,000 -$45,000; $100 a month gas stipend.
Employee Benefits
100% employer-paid medical insurance (vision, dental, health), short & long-term disability, basic life/AD&D, accident insurance, FSA, 401K, generous PTO, company holidays, and flexible work schedule.Must successfully pass credit, criminal, and reference background checks.
How To Apply
Email a resume and cover letter to information@uni-kc.org. Please make the subject line: Grounds Maintenance Manager.
Associate Director of Community Engagement
Title: Associate Director of Community Engagement
Job Type: Full-time
Reports to: President & CEO
Location: Kansas City Urban Core
Disclaimer
This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties.
Role Summary
The Associate Director of Community Engagement will work alongside the Chief Operating Officer on policy initiatives and related strategic community engagement. This individual will have the opportunity to assist Urban Neighborhood Initiative (UNI) in advocating for healthy, equitable neighborhoods and affordable housing while ensuring authentic engagement and empowerment within the heart of the city.
Key Responsibilities
Public Policy:
- Provide public testimony when necessary.
- Lead all meetings and administrative tasks related to UNI’s public policy collective.
- Stay abreast of new and existing policies surrounding affordable housing and equitable neighborhoods
- Create and enhance systems for communication, key contact identification, and managing and analyzing housing data.
- Track legislation and upcoming housing projects within the city.
- Work with the Chief Operating Officer to develop and distribute policy summaries for neighborhoods and stakeholders.
- Participate in the recruitment and retention endeavors for UNI’s public policy collective.
Community Engagement:
- Lead the implementation of the overall outreach plan to engage the community in activities, meetings, training, and services by UNI
- Lead the planning and executing activities within the community that reflect the community’s needs and support the goals outlined in the outreach plan.
- Identify, engage, and support community partner agencies to serve the community better.
- Engage with community partners and network expansion
- Maintain and input data
- Manage and maintain budgets
- Research and write grants
- Other duties as assigned.
Experience | Education | Skills
- Bachelor’s degree with at least 2 years of experience in community engagement, nonprofit management, political science, affordable housing, or policy advocacy.
- At least 2 years of experience monitoring city, state, or federal legislative issues.
- Excellent written, oral, and presentation skills with the ability to effectively interface with the Chief Operating Officer, external stakeholders, and staff.
- At least 2 years of experience with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace tools, Canva, etc.
- Be comfortable in multicultural environments.
- Be self-motivated and adaptable.
- Above all, the Associate Director of Community Engagement must be passionate about UNI’s mission and demonstrate determination and perseverance.
Compensation
Full-time salaried position, $55,000 – $65,000
Must successfully pass credit, criminal, and reference background check.
How To Apply
Email a resume and cover letter to information@uni-kc.org. Please make the subject line: UNI Associate Director of Community Engagement Application
Executive Assistant
Title: Executive Assistant
Reports to: President & CEO
Location: Kansas City Urban Core
Disclaimer
This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties.
Role Summary
Experience | Education | Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, communications, or a related field preferred, or an
equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. - Proven experience as an executive assistant or similar role, supporting senior executives or board members.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and experience with calendar management and email systems.
- Ability to maintain professionalism and discretion when handling confidential information.
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of non-profit organizations and board governance practices is a plus.
- Social media management and content creation.
- Nonprofit and board governance.
- Budget management and tracking expenses.
Responsibilities
- Manage the President and CEO’s calendar, scheduling appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements
efficiently. - Handle all incoming and outgoing emails for the President and CEO, ensuring timely responses and
prioritizing urgent matters. - Act as the primary point of contact for communications between the President and CEO, the Board of
Directors (BOD), and various committees. - Maintain accurate records of the BOD and committee members, including roster, terms, and contact
information. - Coordinate BOD and committee meetings, including preparing agendas, distributing materials,
scheduling, and arranging meeting logistics. - Take minutes during BOD and committee meetings, ensuring accurate documentation of discussions,
decisions, and action items. - Oversee the handling and distribution of UNI communications, ensuring prompt and appropriate
responses to incoming correspondence. - Assist with board management tasks, including coordinating annual giving campaigns, preparing
reports, and compiling board dossiers. - Provide general administrative support to the President and CEO as needed, including drafting
correspondence, preparing presentations, and conducting research. - Maintain confidentiality and discretion in handling sensitive information and matters related to the
organization’s operations and leadership. - General office administration to include; answering the phone, visitor management, conference room, and shared space facilitation.
Compensation
Employee Benefits
Must successfully pass credit, criminal, and reference background check.
How To Apply
Email a resume and cover letter to information@uni-kc.org. Please make the subject line: UNI Executive Assistant Application
Director of Fund Development
Title: Director of Fund Development
Job Type: Full-time
Reports to: President & CEO
Location: Kansas City Urban Core
Disclaimer
This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties.
Role Summary
The Director of Fund Development develops and implements an annual fundraising program as part of the organization’s overall strategic plan, including specific goals for major gifts, annual support, and grants to meet organizational fundraising goals. The Director of Fund Development in coordination with the President & CEO, will manage all aspects of UNI’s development program, including:
Major Gifts
Create and execute strategies to increase unrestricted income, particularly through individual gifts. Secure meetings with major gift donors and prospects and engage them in face-to-face solicitations. Prepare and guide the President/CEO and Board members to build donor relationships. Engagement with donor base local and national. UNI has a $2.2 million annual operating budget, $750K of which is unrestricted.
Annual Giving Program
Work with staff to strengthen and expand fundraising activities that cultivate regular giving, print newsletters, e-newsletters, online giving, holiday appeal, and annual reports.
Grants
Cultivate relationships with foundations and work with program staff to develop grant applications. Research, write and cultivate grant applications. Prepare and submit grant reports. Research, write and apply for grants on the local, state, federal, foundation and corporate level.
Fundraising Events
Advise on the implementation of fundraising events, annual gala event, and smaller events. Provide coordination of events undertaken.
Administration
Ensure timely gift recording and donor acknowledgment in the donor database, including individual giving histories, profiles, interactions, etc. Keep the CEO informed of trends and key donor information. Report to the Board of Directors on development efforts. Serve as liaison with the Resource Development Committee of the Board of Directors
Educational Requirements & Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in nonprofit management, business, communications, public relations, or related fields. Advanced degree preferred.
Experience
Minimum five years of experience in fund development. Minimum of three years of proven experience in a senior development position, preferably in a non-profit setting. Experience successfully writing foundation, local, and federal grants.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Knowledge of the Kansas City metropolitan philanthropic and business community
- Outstanding ability to build relationships with a diverse group of people and successfully meet personally with donors and prospective donors.
- Have our own book of business.
- Demonstrated leadership skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong grant writing skills
- Experience with donor management software
- Good planning, organizing, execution, evaluation, and follow up skills.
- Experience planning successful donor campaigns and events.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Google G Suite
Must successfully pass criminal and reference background check.
Compensation
Annual Salary: $75,000 to $90,000
Fringe Benefits
100% employer paid Medical Insurance (Vision, Dental, Health), Short & Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance AD&D, and Accident Insurance.
How To Apply
Email a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to information@uni-kc.org. Please make the subject line: UNI Fund Development Director
UNI Controller
Title: Controller
Job Type: Full-time
Reports to: President & CEO
Location: Kansas City Urban Core
Disclaimer
This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties.
Role Summary
Controller will play a critical role in the financial management of UNI. This position is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data, compliance with relevant regulations, and supporting UNI’s mission by maintaining its financial stability. The controller’s primary responsibilities include financial record-keeping, reporting, grant management, tax compliance, and internal control implementation. This role is pivotal in facilitating UNI’s financial transparency, accountability, and successful achievement of its goals.
Educational Requirements & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree required and advanced degree preferred in accounting, finance, or a related field. CPA or similar certification preferred.
- Previous experience working with non-profit organizations is highly desirable.
- Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Knowledge of relevant local, state, and federal financial regulations for non-profits.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Financial Management: Maintain accurate financial records, including accounts payable and receivable, ensuring the organization’s financial transactions are properly recorded and documented.
- Financial Reporting: Prepare regular financial statements, reports, and analysis for internal and external stakeholders. Ensure transparency and accountability in financial reporting.
- Grants and Funding: Assist in grant proposal budget preparation, track grant funds, and ensure compliance with grant requirements and reporting.
- Tax Compliance: Prepare and file annual tax returns and stay current with tax laws and regulations specific to non-profit organizations.
- Audit Preparation: Coordinate and prepare materials for annual financial audits, working closely with external auditors to ensure compliance with audit requirements.
- Internal Controls: Develop and maintain effective internal controls and best practices to safeguard the organization’s financial assets and ensure accuracy.
- Donor Contributions: Record and acknowledge contributions from donors and maintain accurate donor records for transparency and stewardship.
- Payroll and Benefits: Administer payroll and benefits, ensuring compliance with financial regulations related to employee compensation.
- Financial Planning: Provide financial analysis and support for strategic planning and decision-making, helping the organization achieve its mission effectively.
Compensation
Annual Salary: $65,000 to $90,000
Employee Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical Insurance (Health, Vision, Dental) with 100% employer coverage.
- Short & Long-Term Disability coverage.
- Life Insurance with Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage.
- Accident Insurance for unexpected events.
- 401K retirement plan with employer matching.
Candidates are required to satisfactorily clear criminal and reference background checks.
