LULAC
Washington, DC
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 18-2021 OPENS: 12/01/2021 CLOSES: 12/14/2021 Position Title: Director of Policy and Legislation Location: Washington, D.C. / National Headquarters Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
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 Director of Policy and Legislation executes the strategies to advance the organizations policy agenda mainly impacting the Hispanic community at large. Also serves as the top policy advisor to the CEO and other management officials and the National Board of Directors. The Director is responsible for all communication on policy matters to include op eds, articles and other communication forums. Develops, analyzes, and promotes the organizations policy agenda and advocates initiatives to achieve the policy goals of the organization at the local, state and federal level.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Lead, develop and execute strategy to advance federal and state policy, and partner with external and regional stakeholders to cultivate congressional/ governmental champions.
Develop and maintain relationships with local, state and federal elected officials, influencers, members of policy and advocacy foundations, coalitions, and key partners to advance policy
Serve as top policy expert and represent the organization in discussions and presentations with external stakeholders as
Create tools, reports and op eds or other various forms of communication that promote the policy
Lead, write, and coordinate policy and advocacy initiatives that are relevant to improving the organization and its
Monitor and identify relevant federal, state, and local policies and prepare appropriate policy
Research and analyze white papers, laws, publications, briefs, case studies and monitor proposed policy efforts at the local, state, and federal level that will impact the organization policy agenda its
Review and/or recommend on the policy
Conduct research and develop briefings on key policy issues as needed;
Competencies:
Expert understanding of tactics to drive a policy and advocacy
Ability to analyze policies for impact on policy
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Constructive and effective relationship building across the political
Capitol Hill or state legislature experience
Strong political acumen and significant experience navigating complex environments to derive creative
Excellent stakeholder management skills, including building and maintaining
Experience in effectively managing a high-performing
An understanding of advocacy and mobilization of Latino
Fluent in English and Spanish language. Must be able to read, write and translate materials
Supervisory Responsibility: This position has supervisory responsibilities.
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.
Required Education and Experience
Education: Bachelors or graduate degree in Political Science or other related majors.
Experience
Minimum 7-10 years experience in a leadership policy related
Supervisory experience
Work Status: United States Citizen or Permanent Resident Required
Salary Range: $72,000-$85,000/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
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.
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 18-2021 OPENS: 12/01/2021 CLOSES: 12/14/2021 Position Title: Director of Policy and Legislation Location: Washington, D.C. / National Headquarters Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
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 Director of Policy and Legislation executes the strategies to advance the organizations policy agenda mainly impacting the Hispanic community at large. Also serves as the top policy advisor to the CEO and other management officials and the National Board of Directors. The Director is responsible for all communication on policy matters to include op eds, articles and other communication forums. Develops, analyzes, and promotes the organizations policy agenda and advocates initiatives to achieve the policy goals of the organization at the local, state and federal level.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Lead, develop and execute strategy to advance federal and state policy, and partner with external and regional stakeholders to cultivate congressional/ governmental champions.
Develop and maintain relationships with local, state and federal elected officials, influencers, members of policy and advocacy foundations, coalitions, and key partners to advance policy
Serve as top policy expert and represent the organization in discussions and presentations with external stakeholders as
Create tools, reports and op eds or other various forms of communication that promote the policy
Lead, write, and coordinate policy and advocacy initiatives that are relevant to improving the organization and its
Monitor and identify relevant federal, state, and local policies and prepare appropriate policy
Research and analyze white papers, laws, publications, briefs, case studies and monitor proposed policy efforts at the local, state, and federal level that will impact the organization policy agenda its
Review and/or recommend on the policy
Conduct research and develop briefings on key policy issues as needed;
Competencies:
Expert understanding of tactics to drive a policy and advocacy
Ability to analyze policies for impact on policy
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Constructive and effective relationship building across the political
Capitol Hill or state legislature experience
Strong political acumen and significant experience navigating complex environments to derive creative
Excellent stakeholder management skills, including building and maintaining
Experience in effectively managing a high-performing
An understanding of advocacy and mobilization of Latino
Fluent in English and Spanish language. Must be able to read, write and translate materials
Supervisory Responsibility: This position has supervisory responsibilities.
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.
Required Education and Experience
Education: Bachelors or graduate degree in Political Science or other related majors.
Experience
Minimum 7-10 years experience in a leadership policy related
Supervisory experience
Work Status: United States Citizen or Permanent Resident Required
Salary Range: $72,000-$85,000/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
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
Washington DC
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 19-2021
OPENS: 12/01/2021
CLOSES: 12/14/2021
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
Build and maintain relationships with key federal and state legislators, where applicable, to advance legislative
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
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
Participate or assist with media interviews, and communication of LULAC policy
Plans and executes LULAC’s national advocacy events with opinion leaders and
Collect, analyze and synthesis data to include in related reports or for other
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.
Teamwork –Teamwork skills a
Interpersonal skills – Ability to work with a variety of audiences and the ability to always remain professional and polite.
Required Education and Experience:
Education: Bachelors or graduate degree in Political Science or other related majors.
Experience:
Minimum 5 years of experience in policy and legislative work.
Ability to work independently, set goals, develop budgets, and track program
Skill in interviewing and relating to legislators and staff, governmental employees, and
Skill in building advocacy coalitions among people with diverse interests and
Knowledge of the state and Federal governmental structure, relationships, legislative procedure and process and the relevant terminology
Knowledge of available resources to research needed information (data bases, library references or guides, governmental publications, analytical reports by the State Legislative Analyst, etc.).
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/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.
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 19-2021
OPENS: 12/01/2021
CLOSES: 12/14/2021
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
Build and maintain relationships with key federal and state legislators, where applicable, to advance legislative
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
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
Participate or assist with media interviews, and communication of LULAC policy
Plans and executes LULAC’s national advocacy events with opinion leaders and
Collect, analyze and synthesis data to include in related reports or for other
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.
Teamwork –Teamwork skills a
Interpersonal skills – Ability to work with a variety of audiences and the ability to always remain professional and polite.
Required Education and Experience:
Education: Bachelors or graduate degree in Political Science or other related majors.
Experience:
Minimum 5 years of experience in policy and legislative work.
Ability to work independently, set goals, develop budgets, and track program
Skill in interviewing and relating to legislators and staff, governmental employees, and
Skill in building advocacy coalitions among people with diverse interests and
Knowledge of the state and Federal governmental structure, relationships, legislative procedure and process and the relevant terminology
Knowledge of available resources to research needed information (data bases, library references or guides, governmental publications, analytical reports by the State Legislative Analyst, etc.).
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/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.
LULAC
washington DC
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 13-2021
OPENS: August 26, 2021
CLOSES: September 9, 2021
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
Expierence 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: 13-2021
OPENS: August 26, 2021
CLOSES: September 9, 2021
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
Expierence 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.
LULAC
Washington, DC
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
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.
