Coordinator, Elected Leadership at Leadership for Educational Equity (Denver, CO)

[LEE Talent Acquisition]

Please apply on our website.

About Leadership for Educational Equity

Leadership for Educational Equity (LEE) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan leadership development organization dedicated to developing its members' leadership potential to ensure that every child has the opportunity to receive an outstanding education.

Our kids and communities need more leaders who believe that educational inequity is a solvable problem.  We believe that when our members are organized and reach positions of leadership, they'll serve as a transformative force for students, communities and the broader movement for educational equity.

LEE is a diverse team of passionate and talented individuals who are committed to making a difference.  We are a high-growth, results-oriented organization that operates in an entrepreneurial environment and we are committed to deep investment in continuous improvement.  If you would like to become part of our team and join the fight for educational equity, or if you would simply like to learn more about what we do, please visit https://educationalequity.org.

Position Summary

Leadership for Educational Equity (LEE) seeks a Coordinator to support the Elected Leadership team. Reporting to the Director, Elected Leadership, the Coordinator, Elected Leadership will manage the logistical, operational and communication details for the entire team and directly support the team’s senior leadership.  This role is an excellent opportunity for individuals who possess strong organizational and logistical experience.  Additionally, this role provides many opportunities to hone professional skills, build knowledge, and gain unique perspectives by working alongside ambitious colleagues and dynamic senior leaders. 

This role requires exceptional attention to detail, and an ability to create systems and document best practices to ensure we are constantly learning, improving, and developing ways to work more efficiently.  The Coordinator needs to exercise strong judgment in responding to questions, trouble-shooting problems, and flagging issues for other team members as needed.  Finally, the Coordinator will need to successfully build and maintain relationships with a variety of stakeholders, including other staff at LEE, our members, Teach For America staff, and other partner organizations.

Position Location: Denver

 

Responsibilities

• Enhance team organizational systems 
  
• Assist with projects led by team leaders
  
• Manage calendars for senior leadership, book travel arrangements, and process expense reports and invoices 
  
• Provide logistical support for Elected Leadership team meetings 
  
• Maintain and improve data management system for tracking members 
  
• Track deadlines and update organization systems to ensure team productivity and effectiveness
  
• Prepare internal team communications such as newsletters, updates, team calendars and memos
  
• Generate data spreadsheets, reports and internal team communications
  
• Conduct research to drive new team projects and initiatives
  
• Build critical thinking and problem solving skills
  
• Develop strong relationship building and communication skills 

Requirements, Skills, Knowledge, Abilities & Competencies

• Passion for our mission and vision
  
• Bachelor’s Degree required 
  
• Exemplary organizational skills and attention to detail
  
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  
• Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills
  
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume, results-oriented environment
  
• Entrepreneurial spirit
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Word

Benefits and Salary

Salary for this position is competitive and depends on prior experience.  In addition, a comprehensive benefits package is included.

An Equal-Opportunity Employer with a Commitment to Diversity

Leadership for Educational Equity is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and as an organization committed to diversity and the perspective of all voices, we consider applicants equally of race, gender, color, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, disability, political affiliation and national origin. We reasonably accommodate staff members and/or applicants with disabilities, provided they are otherwise able to perform the essential functions of the job.