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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 07-2022 OPENS: April 13, 2022 CLOSES: April 27, 2022   Position Title: Executive Assistant Location: Washington, D.C. / National Headquarters Reports to: Chief Executive Officer Classification : Exempt -Administrative Salary   Organization: The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) is a non-profit organization and serves as the nation’s largest and oldest civil rights volunteer-based organization that empowers Hispanic Americans and builds strong Latino communities. Headquartered in Washington, DC, with over 1,000 councils around the United States and Puerto Rico, LULAC’s programs, services and advocacy address the most important issues for Latinos, meeting critical needs of today and the future. For more information, visit www.LULAC.org.   Essential Duties: The Executive Assistant (EA) provides high-level administrative support to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The EA is responsible for managing the business calendar, scheduling and confirming meetings, arranging conference calls and ensuring all meeting materials required are prepared in advance for the CEO. The EA is also responsible for tracking details such as information on contacts, interacting with important clients and managing and handling travel arrangements for the CEO. Other duties include conducting research on assigned topics, preparing reports, correspondence, and handling information requests, and safeguarding sensitive information. Additionally, this position requires many standard duties of an assistant, but also a high level of flexibility and openness in both the hours available for work and the type of assignments that the CEO may request. Confidentiality is very important factor for this position since the individual will have excess to sensitive internal data and information. The EA may be requested to attend and/or travel in support the CEO at top level meetings, and/or internal meetings and functions.   Duties and Responsibilities Provides high-level administrative support and assistance to the Manages all aspects of the CEO’s business Anticipate, prioritize, organize and prepare the CEO for travel, meetings and Screen phone calls, emails, mail and visitors; route and resolve information requests pertaining to the At the discretion of the CEO, represents the CEO at meetings and/or functions, takes notes and records minutes. Acts as a liaison between CEO and Prepares reports, memos, letters, and other documents in final format at the request of the Organize, file and retrieve corporate documents, records and Makes travel arrangements for the CEO and ensure the travel itinerary is complete and contains all materials and documents required for the trip. Coordinates CEO travel itinerary with local councils, sponsors, clients, and other entities in the area as per the CEO’s Receives incoming communication or memos on behalf of senior staff, reviews contents, determines importance, and summarizes and/or distributes contents to appropriate staff. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.     Competencies : Communication Proficiency Time Management Collaboration Skills Personal Effectiveness/Credibility Flexibility Stress Management/Composure Organizational Skills Proficient in using Office Suite software Knowledge of office administration, procedures, and recordkeeping systems.   Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Proficient in oral and written communication skills in English and Strong organizational, administrative and time management Ability to conduct thorough research and report resources and Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite products, Internet tools, utilizing social networks and online Experience in office administration and Ability to work under stress and maintain confidentiality and composure.   Required Education and Experience : Education: Minimum High school diploma and/or degree or certification in Administrative /Executive Assistant.   Experience : Six (6) plus solid years of Executive Assistant work experience supporting executive level personnel performing in a similar type of position.   Work Status: United States Citizen or Permanent Resident Required Salary Range : $ $55,000-$60,000/year Commensurate according to years of experience. All employees must meet a 6-month probationary period. Continuation of this position is dependent on the candidate meeting jointly determined performance goals.   Benefits : Accrual of 8 hours of sick time and 8 hours of vacation time per month 11 Paid Federal Holidays Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance available for enrollment Retirement Plan   How to Apply: Candidates should submit their resume demonstrating qualifications, education and work experience required for the position. All applications must be submitted electronically to jobs@lulac.org by 5:00pm EST on the closing date. Any questions may be directed via email to the Human Resource Officer at jobs@lulac.org.   LULAC is committed to diversity among its staff, and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. LULAC is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote, and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity or physical disability, or any other legally protected basis. LULAC will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination and any such conduct is strictly prohibited.

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 17-2021 OPENS: 11/17/2021 CLOSES: 12/01/2021 Title: Program Coordinator-Community Education Programs Location: Washington, DC Reports to: Director of National Programs Organization: The League of United Latin American Citizens is a non-profit organization and serves as the nation’s largest and oldest civil rights volunteer-based organization that empowers Hispanic Americans and builds strong Latino communities. Headquartered in Washington, DC, with over 1,000 councils around the United States and Puerto Rico, LULAC’s programs, services and advocacy address the most important issues for Latinos, meeting critical needs of today and the future. For more information, visit www.LULAC.org.   Position Description: The Program Coordinator is responsible for administering a variety of program initiatives that fulfill the organization’s mission areas as assigned. The program coordinator is responsible for overseeing the implementation of all the program deliverables in coordination with the agreements.  The Program Coordinator (PC) will have primary responsibility for coordinating the education portfolio. This includes managing the sub-grant program for LULAC Councils to improve high school success and graduation for underserved Latino students including the development of student leadership skills, workforce readiness and STEM education participation. The PC will plan, develop, and organize program components by managing the working timeline, request for proposals, and selection of grantees. The PC will also manage, monitor and administer the budgets of 18 FDD sub-grants and collect, analyze and synthetize data from all the program sites to include in related reports. The individual will also serve as the liaison capacity with funders related to the programs. The PC will assist in the facilitation of the program public launch with sponsors, partner sites and LULAC representatives. Additionally, the PC is responsible for conducting the annual Youth Convention. This includes the planning, and administering, and executing the Youth Convention by working with the National Program Manager and other leadership to receive funding, plan, administer and execute Youth Convention. Responsible for developing Youth Guide and Youth Curriculum and executing and delivering workshops presentations and trainings in selected cities throughout the US and Puerto .   Duties and Responsibilities: Conducts outreach and marketing of the education program to include developing grassroots marketing strategy to build awareness of programs.  Ensures program goals and objectives are being met in a timely manner and prepares all program related reports for submission externally. Maintains databases including site contact information, programming history, site reporting, and participation analysis of all centers. Organizes and leads education program Conducts sites visits, coordinates and aids events, and coordinates logistics for events. Support fundraising efforts by creating tailored program designs, proposal timelines and metrics/benchmarks for grants. Ensure effective budget planning and emphasize cost reduction of program execution. Integrates education program material updates, website content and other communications methods. Ability to collaborate with and influence key stakeholders across organizations and community partners. Support and lead grant proposal writing for community program funding as needed. Collaborate with development department as needed to ensure continued funding of programmatic work Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities : Strong organizational and administrative skills and ability to manage and meet timelines for multiple programs. Proficiency in oral and written English and Spanish, including reading, writing and editing Strong ability to develop work plans, set budgets and meet deadlines Experience with community organizing, public speaking, conducting workshops and trainings with grassroots community members. Ability to synthesize information and data from various sources and present it in a variety of written formats and styles for a variety of audiences Experience with Internet tools, delivering webinars, using social networks and online communication, operating online management content systems. Minimum Qualifications Include :   Education : Bachelor’s degree in communications, Political Science, English, education, Social Work, Community Development or other related field,   Experience: Two to four years minimum of full-time work experience in similar type work. Experience may be substituted for education.   Work Status: United State Citizen or Permanent Resident Required   Position Details: Full Time   Salary Range: $37,000-$42,000/year. Salary commensurate with years of directly related work experience. Continuation of this position after one year is dependent on the successful candidate meeting jointly determined financial goals. Benefits : Accrual of 8 hours of sick time and 8 hours of vacation time per pay month Life, Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Available for enrollment Retirement Plan includes a maximum of 4% matching contribution Eleven paid holidays How to Apply: Candidates should submit their resume demonstrating qualifications, education and work experience required for the position. All applications must be submitted electronically to jobs@lulac.org by 5:00pm EST on the closing date. Any questions may be directed via email to the Human Resource Officer at jobs@lulac.org . LULAC is committed to diversity among its staff, and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. LULAC is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote, and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity or physical disability, or any other legally protected basis. LULAC will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination and any such conduct is strictly prohibited.

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 08-2022 OPENS: April 19, 2022 CLOSES: May 3, 2022 Position Title : Director of Corporate Development (Fundraiser) Location: Washington, D.C. / National Headquarters Reports to: Chief Executive Officer Classification : Exempt -Salary Organization: The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) is a non-profit organization and serves as the nation’s largest and oldest civil rights volunteer-based organization that empowers Hispanic Americans and builds strong Latino communities. Headquartered in Washington, DC, with over 1,000 councils around the United States and Puerto Rico, LULAC’s programs, services and advocacy address the most important issues for Latinos, meeting critical needs of today and the future. For more information, visit www.LULAC.org. Essential Duties: The Director- Corporate Development (Fundraiser) is responsible for developing, planning and implementing the fundraising program to provide for the short and long-term needs of the organization. Develops and implements a strategic partnership and corresponding action plan, to generate funding to include corporate, foundation, government investments, grant writing, on-line and high donor giving. Duties and Responsibilities: -     Create annual strategic development fundraising plan by analyzing past efforts, setting donor strategies, determining calendar of activities and establishing goals and evaluate fundraising results. Sets annual monetary goals and budgets according to short- and long-term goals. Research and identifies opportunities to write and submit major requests for proposal as outlined in the annual fundraising plan to generate funds. Develop supplementary materials, marketing plan, and program timelines as requested by funder. Determine success metrics and develop progress reports to  Maintain foundation and corporate relations by strengthening working relationships with foundation and corporate giving representatives. Actively participates in external engagements or gatherings where target investors are present, using these opportunities to deepen relationships with current investors and to advance strategies and secure new  Schedule face-to-face meetings with major contributors and prospect, send acknowledgement, provide program updates and required reports, update and share partnership opportunities guide and shares media promotions with funders, meets any other funder requirements.  Maintain a list of potential financial donors including corporations, foundations, and Conduct program design, goal setting & finance by participating in internal programs’ meetings where development perspective is required, including corporate relations. Collaborate and coordinate with top management to set annual fundraising goals. Create new innovative programs to pitch to  Coordinate with Chief Financial Officer (CFO) grant portfolios, budget creation, and ensure compliance with government and grant regulations. Prepare invoices and conduct collections from funders, manage fiscal agent agreements, and provide other finance and budget planning support to CFO as requested by the CEO.  Serve as the onsite event liaison to greet donors, sponsors , and ensure all agreed upon services are conducted as specified per the signed agreement.  Manage information using database and other software as required. Oversees online giving strategies and develops fundraising tools such as partnership opportunities guide, programs and event reporting as required.  Serves as liaison with Corporate Alliance members and prepares  Responsible for the management of the Corporate Development staff. This includes assignments, providing guidance to accomplish team goals, and setting up annual goals and conducting performance  Other duties as assigned by the CEO  Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities): Extensive knowledge of fundraising strategies and principles. Expertise in fundraising and achieving corporate sponsorships. Excellent management and supervisory skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of tax planning principles and techniques that favor charitable giving. Expertise in conducting research for potential donors Required Education and Experience: B.A. degree required in finance, corporate development or similar related degree. Five to ten (5-10) years minimum of grant proposal writing and fundraising experience working with nonprofits, advocacy organizations Strong ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, develop work plans, set deadlines, work independently, manage multiple projects and duties simultaneously, prioritize. Experience in government, private and foundation grant writing proposals Database management experience. Proficiency in oral and written Spanish desired but not required Experience in working and coordinating large events, i.e., conventions, galas of 15,000 people plus Additional Eligibility Qualifications: Experience as a Director of Corporate Development or Chief Development Officer for nonprofit organization preferred.  Work Status: United States Citizen or Permanent Resident Required  Salary Range: $ $85,000-$100,000/year Commensurate according to years of experience. All employees must meet a 6-month probationary period. Continuation of this position after one year is dependent on the successful candidate meeting jointly determined performance goals.  Benefits: Accrual of 8 hours of sick time and 8 hours of vacation time per month 11 Paid Federal Holidays Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance available for enrollment Retirement Plan Access to eLearning System for training and development.  How to Apply: Candidates should submit their resume demonstrating qualifications, education and work experience required for the position. All applications must be submitted electronically to jobs@lulac.org by 5:00pm EST on the closing date. Any questions may be directed via email to the Human Resource Officer at jobs@lulac.org.   LULAC is committed to diversity among its staff, and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. LULAC is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote, and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity or physical disability, or any other legally protected basis. LULAC will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination and any such conduct is strictly prohibited

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 05-2022 OPENS: 2/16/2022 CLOSES: 3/2/2022 Position Title: Program Manager-Senior Policy and Legislation Location: Washington, D.C. / National Headquarters Reports to: Director of Policy and Legislation Organization: The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) is a non-profit organization and serves as the nation’s largest and oldest civil rights volunteer-based organization that empowers Hispanic Americans and builds strong Latino communities. Headquartered in Washington, DC, with over 1,000 councils around the United States and Puerto Rico, LULAC’s programs, services and advocacy address the most important issues for Latinos, meeting critical needs of today and the future. For more information, visit www.LULAC.org. Position Description: The Policy and Legislation Program Manager (PLPM) serves as a senior member of the Policy Team. In consultation with the LULAC leadership, develops and analyzes the organization’s policy and legislation agenda. The PLPM is responsible for analyzing federal, and state and/or any policies affecting the community served by the organization. This includes reviewing and evaluating existing or new policies and legislation to determine the benefits and impact of any changes that may occur. The PLPM determine the needs, concerns, and viewpoints of the community it serves to understand how new or existing policies, impacts its constituents. The PLPM is responsible for developing policy papers and communicating issues of importance to the LULAC leadership. PLPM will gather and report on both quantitative and qualitative data, analyzing it for any trends or important information that may be useful in formulating new policies. PLPM develops reports and summarize key information for a variety of different audiences. Additionally, the PLPM will educate and create opportunities for LULAC constituents to engage with policy leaders and influencers and advocate for the positions and agenda adopted by the organization. Essential Functions: • Monitor, analyze and evaluate existing or new policies and legislation to determine the benefits and impact of any changes that may occur affecting the community it serves and the organizations mission. • Prepare and coordinate briefing materials, reports speaking notes, presentations etc., and policy papers in advance of congressional briefings and hearings, speaking engagements or other events pertinent to the organizations policy agenda. • Identifies policy issues, and conducts research, consultations and analysis and prepares options and recommendations. • Prepare policy directions and strategies to implement in response to policy initiatives. • Build and maintain relationships with key federal and state legislators, where applicable, to advance legislative priorities. • Interpret, apply, update, and provide advice on existing policies and guidelines for leadership and others. • Develop and disseminate policy and legislation information to community members on a consistent basis to engage grassroots membership. • Responsible for the oversight and delivery of advocacy and policy training, technical assistance, and other policy related activities for members. • Represent LULAC at the federal and state level at policy functions or events when required. • Plan and execute advocacy trainings and policy components at national events (National Convention, Legislative Conference, etc.). • Develop opinion pieces, and other content for dissemination in English and Spanish on LULAC’s political agenda for the media and publications, as necessary. • Participate or assist with media interviews, and communication of LULAC policy positions. • Plans and executes LULAC’s national advocacy events with opinion leaders and influencers. • Collect, analyze and synthesis data to include in related reports or for other purposes. Other Duties: Please note this job description does not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Competencies: • Analytical skills- Must analyze data from different perspectives to include quantitative and qualitative measures. • Exceptional Organization and Detail Oriented- Ability to gather data, write reports and work in the community to determine how policies affect the public and the organization with attention to detail. • Critical Thinking – The ability to discern and make decisions by analyzing available information with critical and objective thinking. • Communication Skills –Able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in Spanish and English. Skill in interviewing and relating to legislators and staff, governmental employees, and advocates. • Teamwork –Teamwork skills a must. Skill in building advocacy coalitions among people with diverse interests and needs. • Interpersonal skills – Ability to work with a variety of audiences and the ability to always remain professional and polite. • Resource Knowledge- Knowledge of the state and Federal governmental structure, relationships, legislative procedure and process and the relevant terminology used. Knowledge of available resources to research needed information (data bases, library references or guides, governmental publications, analytical reports by the State Legislative Analyst, etc.). Required Education and Experience: • Bachelors or graduate degree in Political Science or other related majors. • Minimum 5 years of experience in policy and legislative work. • Experience working on grassroots advocacy, coalition-building, conducting community programming, requiring analysis of policy, legislation, and regulations Work Status: United States Citizen or Permanent Resident Required Salary: $ $55,000-$60,000/year All employees must meet a 6-month probationary period. Continuation of this position after one year is dependent on the successful candidate meeting jointly determined performance goals. Benefits: • Accrual of 8 hours of sick time and 8 hours of vacation time per month • 11 Paid Federal Holidays • Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance available for enrollment • Retirement Plan How to Apply: Candidates should submit their resume demonstrating qualifications, education and work experience required for the position. All applications must be submitted electronically to jobs@lulac.org by 5:00pm EST on the closing date. Any questions may be directed via email to the Human Resource Officer at jobs@lulac.org. LULAC is committed to diversity among its staff and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. LULAC is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote, and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity or physical disability, or any other legally protected basis. LULAC will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination and any such conduct is strictly prohibited.