Together, we create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. Beginning with one boy’s wish to be a police officer, we have evolved to be one of the world’s leading children’s charities, serving children in every community in the United States and its territories. With the help of generous donors and over 200 volunteers, Make-A-Wish Colorado grants over 300 wishes a year.

Areas of Responsibility

• Prepare and conduct wish family discovery visits, monthly
• Cultivate Wish Volunteer relationships
• Develop and maintain partnerships within the community to support wishes.
• Prepare wish-related information for volunteers, wish families, health care professionals, and community partners.
• Monitor progress of each wish and ensure timely execution.
• Adhere to all national and local performance standards and guidelines.
• Maintain accurate wish database records and electronic files.
• Supervise and support volunteers involved in the wish.
• Communicate with health care professionals, volunteers and family members to ensure each wish proceeds in the best interest of the child.
• Coordinate all specific aspects involved with the wish, including but not limited to transportation, accommodations, services, assisting chapters, medical equipment, liability forms, and itineraries.
• Communicate and coordinate specific wish details successfully with other Make-A-Wish Chapters/Affiliates when necessary
• Establish and manage wish budgets in collaboration with program leadership.
• Ensure proper reconciliation of cash and in-kind donations related to each wish.
• Administer and follow all procedures required for completion of a wish.
• Stay up to date on National and Colorado policies, guidelines, and resources. Participate in staff meetings and contribute as a team member.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to motivate and support a diverse constituency in a team-oriented environment.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Flexible and adaptable to change.
• Passion for the mission of Make-A-Wish.
• Fluent in Spanish

Working Conditions

• Position is based in Greenwood Village, Colorado.
• Must have the ability and willingness to travel across Colorado and work some nights/weekends.
• Physical Requirements: This role may require lifting materials up to 25 pounds and extended periods of sitting or standing.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid Medical, Vision, and Dental for employees.
• 100% employer-paid Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
• Annual incentive potential.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with up to 5% employer match after one year.
• 10 PTO days, 15 paid holidays, and every other Friday off.
• Professional development opportunities.

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

We respect and ensure equal opportunity regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or other legally protected characteristics. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access to employment opportunities.

Employment Conditions

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of background checks and verification of employment eligibility, in compliance with the Colorado Chance to Compete Act.

How to Apply

We are more than a great place to work - our work is life-changing. We are an inclusive and diverse group of people who, through a mosaic of backgrounds, thoughts and experiences are united in purposeful work. We are fueled and guided by our values - values that are represented in the inspired people we work with and the transformational work we do every day.

For immediate consideration, please send a cover letter and resume to Jeanne Olson, jolson@colorado.wish.org.

Make-A-Wish Colorado provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, physical disability, mental disability, age, military status or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner status, gender (including sex stereotyping), medical condition (including, but not limited to, cancer related and HIV/AIDS related) or sexual orientation in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. In addition, Make-A-Wish Colorado complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which Make-A-Wish Colorado has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Additionally, Make-A-Wish Colorado provides equal opportunities to all organization volunteers without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity/expression, age, sexual orientation and disability. Finally, Make-A-Wish Colorado serves children facing critical illnesses without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation and disability.