Program Assistant for Fast-Growing National Nonprofit

Gateway to College National Network is a fast-growing education nonprofit organization that opens schools around the country. Currently in 14 states, the National Network is replicating the Gateway to College model with support from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the Wal-Mart Foundation. Since 2003 the Network has raised $16 million to reconnect high school dropouts with meaningful education. The Network now includes 24 partner programs working with over 100 school districts. More information about Gateway to College is available at www.gatewaytocollege.org.

We are currently seeking a full-time Program Assistant to provide administrative support to all areas of the organization.

Duties and responsibilities include:

• Assisting Finance Director with basic accounting entries and spreadsheet calculations • Scheduling meetings and maintaining calendar for Executive Director • Assisting Executive Director with general administrative tasks • Assisting with event planning coordination (including board and committee meetings, development meetings, etc.) • Creating and maintaining an effective document management system • Providing assistance as needed to the staff and Board of Directors, including scheduling meetings, arranging travel, and preparing materials • Assisting with special projects and other duties as assigned • Maintaining office equipment and performing general office operation functions • Providing backup for reception area

Requirements/qualifications: • Associate’s degree required, Bachelor’s degree preferred; plus two to four years of successful administrative experience • Experience in creating spreadsheets • Computer literate, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and database software • Excellent oral and written communication skills • Customer-service oriented with a strong attention to detail • Flexibility to multitask, often with short notice • Ability to prioritize and work cooperatively in a fast-paced and diverse team environment • Occasional overnight travel required

Application process: Please email a cover letter, resume, and answers to the three questions below to Michael Wildfeuer at [email protected] For best consideration, submit applications by 5:00 pm on Friday, June 19. Finalists will be asked to perform a task to evaluate their skills working with spreadsheets. The position will be open until filled and all applicants will be notified once a hiring decision has been made. No phone calls, please. Start date for the position is early August.

Supplemental application questions (answers required for application): 1. Why are you applying for this position? What aspects of the position and organization interest you? 2. Describe your experience facilitating interactions with people from diverse backgrounds and varying levels of professional experience and stature. 3. Describe your experience providing administrative support in an office environment. For each relevant position, please indicate the size of the organization, the number of people to whom you provided support and their role/s within the organization. Please also rate your skill level (beginner, intermediate, or advanced) in the following areas, and list examples of relevant tasks/projects you completed in previous jobs: --creating spreadsheets --developing/maintaining a document management system (paper and electronic) --entering and updating information in a database --scheduling meetings and maintaining calendar on behalf of others --event planning

Salary: This full-time (40 hours per week) position offers a starting salary of $28,000 – $34,000, depending on experience, and also includes a comprehensive benefits package. Gateway to College National Network offers opportunity for career growth and increased responsibility within the organization.

Gateway to College National Network is an equal opportunity employer.