Austin Soundwaves is an arts education organization focused on making learning music accessible and equitable. Founded as an El Sistema-inspired program in 2011, we serve nearly 2,000 students in grades K-12 across school and community partnerships. We believe in building communities where young people are supported, as they are, to lead meaningfully creative lives.

Industry: Education
Company Size: 11-50 employees

Austin Soundwaves

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~~Please view the complete and detailed job description before applying by visiting the link here: ~~**bit.ly/ASW-dev-director. **~~It will include complete details and information about the position, qualifications, responsibilities, benefits, hiring process, timeline, and more. ~~

**POSITION **

**Development Director **

$70,000-$75,000

Reports to the Executive Director

Earliest start date: July 13, 2026

**Deadline to apply: Friday, April 24th at 12pm CDT **

**ORGANIZATION **

Austin Soundwaves is an arts education nonprofit expanding access to high-quality music education across Central Texas, with the vision of a world without barriers to learning music. Founded in 2011 as an El Sistema-inspired program, Austin Soundwaves now reaches more than 2,000 students each year through school partnerships and nine community programs providing music instruction, mentorship, and educator training. To date, the organization has served over 6,000 students and partnered with more than 50 schools across the region.

In 2027, the organization will open its first dedicated music education facility as part of the Community Arts Collaborative, a 25,000-square-foot arts facility in Central East Austin.

**ABOUT THE ROLE **

With the growth of our organization comes an important next step: building the systems and relationships that will sustain Austin Soundwaves for the long term. The **Development Director **will be a vital thought partner, strategist, and leader on an experienced fundraising team that includes the Executive Director, Deputy Director, Operations Manager, and Marketing Manager. This role focuses primarily on individual giving through the development of annual fund, mid-level giving, and recurring donations, within an organization entering a significant period of growth.

You will not be expected to build a development department from scratch or manage grants, marketing, and major gifts. Instead, this is an opportunity to join a strong, effective team and partner closely with an Executive Director who is actively engaged in fundraising, values collaboration, experienced in building donor relationships, and committed to long-term sustainability through authentic partnerships and thoughtful strategy.

Austin Soundwaves operates with an annual budget of $1 million, including $700,000 in contributed revenue. Your role will play a central part in growing that support in close collaboration with the leadership team.

**RESPONSIBILITIES **

- **40%: Lead Individual Giving - **Lead strategy and execution of the annual fund program, grow our donor base through one-time, annual, and mid-level giving, and execute multi-channel annual fund campaigns and create giving appeals tied to program priorities.

- **30%: Lead Donor Stewardship & Mid-Level Cultivation - **Build relationships with donors through regular meetings, site visits, and conversations, strengthen donor retention and upgrade strategies to grow mid-level giving, and collaborate with the Executive Director on qualification, stewardship, and major gift asks.

- **30%: Internal Collaboration - **Strategize with the Executive Director on fundraising priorities and development reports for board meetings and presentations and work closely with the core leadership team on strategizing foundation, corporate, and government funding, presenting at our Development Committee meetings, earned revenue growth, and development operations and systems.

- Visit **bit.ly/ASW-dev-director ** for complete details regarding responsibilities.

**QUALIFICATIONS **

~~Research shows that women and people from underrepresented groups often only apply to jobs if they meet 100% of the qualifications. As no one ever meets 100% of the qualifications, we encourage you to apply if you feel that much of the following matches your experience. ~~

Who Thrives in this Role

- You’ve already had direct responsibility for donor relationships, with 2–4 years of experience beyond the development assistant or coordinator level.

- You’re comfortable engaging donors in person, on the phone, and over Zoom, and bring strong communication and interpersonal skills to those interactions.

- You’ve owned relationships and worked toward clear fundraising goals, with a sense of what works, what doesn’t, and how to adjust.

- You’re excited to take responsibility for a core fundraising channel now, with the potential to grow into broader development leadership over time.

- Visit **bit.ly/ASW-dev-director ** for complete details regarding qualifications.

**BENEFITS **

- We offer employer-paid health insurance, employee-paid dental and vision options are also available, and a 403(b) Vanguard retirement plan with 3% employer match. We offer a generous paid time off package and flex time. Standard working conditions. Must be eligible to work in the United States without employee sponsorship. Visit **bit.ly/ASW-dev-director ** for complete details regarding qualifications.

**STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION **

Austin Soundwaves is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its relations with its applicants, staff members, and families, without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or parenthood. People of diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. If you require reasonable accommodation(s) to participate in the application or interview process, please contact us at info@austinsoundwaves.org.

**HIRING PROCESS **

- Applications are accepted on a rolling basis between Monday, April 6 and Friday, April 24.

- A total of three (3) rounds, including a zoom screening, Zoom interview, and in-person interview.

- Final offer expected by mid-June.

- Earliest start date is July 13, 2026.

- Visit **bit.ly/ASW-dev-director **for complete details regarding the hiring process.

**APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS **

~~Please view the complete and detailed job description before applying by visiting the link here: ~~**bit.ly/ASW-dev-director. **~~It will include complete details and information about the position, qualifications, responsibilities, benefits, hiring process, timeline, and more ~~**. **

Please send the following application materials to **info@austinsoundwaves.org ** with **Development Director **in the subject line by **Friday, April 24th at 12pm central time. **

- Maximum 2-page resume attached as a PDF.

- Tell us a bit about yourself and why you would like to be our Development Director

-      Option 1: Cover letter or

-      Option 2: 90-second max selfie video sent as an unlisted YouTube link

- Names, emails, and phone of 2 professional references (preferably one is a current or past supervisor). **They will only be contacted should you reach the final round of interviews. **

- LinkedIn or personal/professional website link.

Development Director

Switch, Inc. is a leader in exascale data center ecosystems, edge data center designs, industry-leading telecommunications solutions and next-generation technology innovation. Switch Founder and CEO Rob Roy has developed more than 700 issued and pending patent claims covering data center designs that have manifested into the company’s world-renowned data centers and technology solutions.

Industry: Information Technology & Services
Company Size: 501-1,000 employees

Switch

**Location: Las Vegas, NV**

**About Switch**

At Switch, we don’t just design, build and operate data centers—we are enabling the technology of the future. Led by Founder & CEO, Rob Roy, we believe in revolutionary innovation, operational excellence and the principle of karma. Switch is where talented people come together to EVOLVE the digital world.

We believe that innovation isn’t just about technology—it’s about the people, culture, and purpose that make it happen. Every Switch team member contributes to a mission greater than themselves: to create the world’s most advanced digital infrastructure that powers the progress of humanity.

**The Role: Network Infrastructure Technician I**

This role supports the daily operation and reliability of Switch data center network infrastructure. You handle hands-on installation, testing, and troubleshooting of structured cabling and related hardware, following defined procedures and safety standards. Your work helps keep customer and internal network environments stable, documented, and ready for use.

**What You’ll Do**

- Install, terminate, label, and maintain copper, fiber, and coax cabling, including patch panels and cable management.

- Build and modify cable support systems such as ladder rack, tray, J-hooks, and related hardware.

- Install and replace field-replaceable units such as drives, memory, optics, and power components.

- Perform basic hardware setup and access using terminal tools.

- Test cabling using standard tools and document results.

- Create and maintain design layout records for completed work.

- Respond to routine alerts and issues, follow escalation procedures when needed, and document all actions in ticketing systems.

- Escort vendors and support on-site customer activities as required.

**What We’re Looking For**

- You follow procedures closely and understand why consistency matters in a mission-critical environment.

- You communicate clearly and directly with teammates, customers, and vendors.

- You manage your tasks, document your work, and close the loop without being reminded.

- You ask for guidance when needed and escalate issues using sound judgment.

- You contribute to a dependable team culture by showing up prepared and accountable.

**What You’ll Bring**

**Required**

- 1–2 years of experience in telecom, data center operations, or IT support.

- Working knowledge of CAT 3, CAT 5, and CAT 6 cabling, plus single-mode and multi-mode fiber.

- Basic understanding of ANSI and TIA/EIA cabling standards.

- Ability to troubleshoot layer 1 connectivity and basic hardware issues.

- Experience using ticketing systems to track and document work.

- Comfort working scheduled shifts in a 24/7 operating environment.

**Preferred**

- CompTIA A+, Network+, or Security+ certification.

- Experience with terminal access tools such as PuTTY, SSH, or similar.

- Familiarity with data center hardware such as switches, routers, PDUs, and related equipment.

**Working Conditions and Requirements**

- On-site work in secure data center environments.

- Ability to safely lift up to 70 pounds and use lifting devices for heavier equipment.

- Comfort working on ladders, at heights, and in confined spaces.

- Ability to work in areas with higher or lower temperatures than a typical office.

- Willingness to complete required safety training, including OSHA 10 and site-specific certifications.

**Why Switch?**

- A Culture of Karma – We are self-motivated by karma, ensuring our actions contribute to a positive, supportive and forward-thinking environment.

- Industry Leading Designs – Work with the most advanced data center technology on the planet and be a part of emerging technology development.

- Flexibility & Remote Opportunities – Whether in-office, hybrid, or fully remote, we offer the technology and support to keep teams connected and productive.

- Career Stability & Growth – In this expanding industry, we invest in our people, providing opportunities & advancement in a stable, growing company.

- Generous Benefits Package - Switch provides comprehensive coverage for you and your family that can be tailored to fit your personal needs, and more!

**Join Us & Make a Difference.**

This is more than a job—it’s a mission. If you’re ready to be part of a culture that values innovation, karma, and limitless potential, we want to hear from you.

**Apply Now and Let’s Build the Future Together. **

Network Infrastructure Technician I

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