Responsibilities
- Designs, coordinates, and implements processes for EJD-related projects.
- Compiles information and creates/maintains databases using current technology.
- Works with a variety of technologies for promotion and implementation of EJD-related projects and events, including social media graphics and website development.
- Experience working in culturally diverse environments, with racial, social, and economic justice issues and community organizations.
- Willingness to learn about and become sensitive to diverse cultures. Works with representatives of public and private educational partners, including students, parents, community partners as well as educational foundations.
- Attends and records minutes for assigned project-related events and meetings, virtual and/or in person.
- Prepares and authorizes stipends, vendor invoices, and check requests, subject to initial manager approval.
- Coordinates recordkeeping and budget reporting for EJD programs.
- Composes, prepares, and edits reports and routine correspondence for style and correct English usage, grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
- Assists in identifying, developing, and reporting information from files and other resource documents.
- Establishes and maintains files and records.
- Arranges, prepares, and completes follow-up for events and meetings and performs other required logistics.
- Plans, coordinates and follows through on large complex logistical projects assigned on a continuing basis.
- Answers telephones and responds to inquiries from the public, members, and staff as appropriate.
- Prepares materials for meetings, conferences, and events.
- Performs other appropriate duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or Associate degree & 2 years relevant experience or High School diploma/GED & 5 years relevant experience.
- Extensive knowledge of CTA's organization and its administrative and policy-making bodies.
- Ability to function effectively under considerable pressure and solve complex office problems independently.
- Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and initiative.
- Demonstrated ability to exercise planning, coordinating and follow-through skills as applied to large complex logistical projects.
- Ability to prioritize multiple projects and to adapt to changes in priorities.
- Ability to work cooperatively with fellow employees in a complex interdependent organization structure.
- Ability to work cooperatively with leadership and management.
- Ability to learn and communicate CTA structure, policies, and procedures.
- Ability to communicate clearly, verbally and in writing.
- Proficient word processing skills with minimum keyboarding speed of 55 wpm.
- Computer proficiency and the ability to learn and use the Association’s software programs including databases, web-based applications, and social media.
- Ability to travel as needed.
- Ability to work overtime as needed.
Additional Information
- This position is in a bargaining unit represented by CAS. Salaries are established by a collective bargaining agreement. Step placement is also determined by the CTA/CAS Agreement.
