Job opportunity: join the Alliance team!

The Alliance for Education is seeking an extraordinary professional and committed education advocate to fill the Executive Assistant position.

This position reports to the President & CEO of the Alliance for Education. The Alliance for Education is an independent, non-profit organization and has been the strategic partner to Seattle Public Schools for fundraising, advocacy and civic engagement since 1995. The Alliance brings together business leaders, community members, parents and policymakers to ensure SPS students are prepared for college, career and life. The Alliance is affiliated with the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce; staff are employees of the Chamber, participating fully in Chamber benefit plans.

The Executive Assistant supports the President & CEO and plays a crucial role in coordinating and supporting the entire staff’s activities.

Candidates should be personable and have excellent organizational skills. Candidates should have the ability to take initiative, work independently and as part of a team, and work effectively with a diverse group of co-workers and external stakeholders.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

CEO Support:

• Manage scheduling/calendaring in a manner that reflects organizational priorities
• Track commitments made by the CEO and senior staff to Board of Directors, funders and external partners to ensure that tasks are carried out in a timely manner
• Prepare CEO for meetings, including developing PowerPoint or other presentation materials, providing background information/purpose of meeting, biographical information on participants, email trail, driving directions, etc.
• Perform other necessary administrative duties

Board of Directors Support:

• Manage the process to develop board meeting agendas and materials
• Develop a working knowledge of the organization’s bylaws and committee charters
• Assist in managing board candidate recruitment processes
• Lead board orientation processes
• Build relationships with Board members and Board assistants
• Other duties as assigned

Staff Support:

• Act as conduit of information between the CEO and staff; keep all informed
• Plan and coordinate all-staff meetings
• Other duties as assigned

Seattle Public Schools Liaison:

• Build trust with SPS leadership by providing confidentiality and responsiveness
• Build relationships with SPS staff as necessary
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 3 years proven experience supporting an executive, with similar responsibilities as this position requires
• Experience working with a Board of Directors
• Demonstrated ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information
• Responsiveness, resourcefulness and a self-directed approach
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Excellent computer skills with a wide variety of programs; demonstrated PowerPoint, Excel and Word skills strongly desired
• Flexibility in scheduling including some early mornings, evening events and occasional weekend work

Minority candidates are encouraged to apply. We seek a diverse applicant pool, reflecting differences in age, race, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender and geographic origin.

To apply for the position, send a resume and cover letter to:

Alliance Executive Assistant
c/o People Programs
Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce
1301 Fifth Avenue, Suite 2500
Seattle, WA 98101-2611

Or, by email (as a .doc, .pdf or text file) to jobs@seattlechamber.com or fax to 206.903.3432.

The Chamber provides a comprehensive benefits package including but not restricted to: Medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance; Company-matched 401(k) plan; Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays; Bus pass supplement.

The Chamber is an Equal Opportunity Employer.