EMPOWERING KIDS TO STAY IN SCHOOL AND ACHIEVE IN LIFE

Job Opening September 2012

Administrative Assistant/Program Coordinator

Communities In Schools is the #1 Drop Out Prevention program in the United States. Communities In Schools of Renton (CISR) surrounds students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school, graduate and achieve in life.

CISR seeks an exceptionally skilled Administrative Assistant/Program Coordinator. This person will manage much of the day to day operations, with specific program, fund development, and administrative responsibilities. This position includes program coordination, data entry, public relations, special events, social media, and web site management. The Program Coordinator will work 30-40 hours a week and will report to the CISR Executive Director. For more information about CISR, go to: www.renton.ciswa.

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Specific Responsibilities:
Program support
o Coordinate special programs, ie. School supplies, Warm Coats,
Employee Giving
o Manage and enter monthly program data in web based system
o Provide support to field staff
o Generate monthly/quarterly/annual reports
o Provide limited support to schools without CISR services
o Develop partnerships, receive and distribute community
donations
Fund Development support
o Maintain donor info in Giftworks, track donations, produce
reports
o Provide grant compliance & reporting support
o Support fundraising events, ticket sales, invitations
Administrative support
o Provide administrative support to the Executive Director
o Provide support for the Board of Directors and Advisory
Council
o Interact with individuals and community organizations in
support of CISR activities
o Monitor & file federal and state forms
o Maintain database, create queries, run reports in Access
o Maintain and promote CISR through website and social media
o Assist CISR public relations and marketing efforts;
o Perform other duties as assigned

Skills & Abilities
• Demonstrated success performing administrative functions
• Success coordinating special programs and event coordination
• Skilled in data base management, website management, social
media
• Ability to work with culturally diverse groups and at risk
populations
• Excellent computer skills: WORD(40+ wpm), Excel, Power Point,
Publisher, Access, InDesign,Giftworks, and Photoshop
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to
maintain confidentiality
• Successful juggling multiple tasks, meeting deadlines and
dealing with ambiguity
• Proven organizational skills, attention to detail, problem-
solving
• Outstanding interpersonal skills. Courteous, personable, and
flexible; able to deal effectively and sensitively with
a wide range of people.
• Self-starter, quick learner, flexible, with ability to work
independently and as effective team member.
• Bookkeeping skills, Quickbooks and Non-Profit experience are
desired.

Minimum Qualifications
• 5 years experience in office management and/or program management, non-profit experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education & work experience
• Proficient with Access data base, Excel, and Publisher software
• Ability to lift and transport twenty pounds.

Working Conditions
• 30-40 hours per week, Mon-Fri.
• $15-$16 hour range, depending on experience
• Medical, dental, paid vacation/sick leave, retirement benefits
• Reports to CISR Executive Director
• Office located in Renton, Washington
• Fragrance-free work environment; attend occasional evening meetings
• Pre-employment approved FBI fingerprint and WSP Background check is required.

Application Process
Send an email with the following attachments to Sue Paro, Executive Director, at: sparo@rentonwa.gov
Required Attachments:
1. Cover Letter summarizing your interest, background and qualifications
2. Resume of work experience
3. References, 3 work-related, including phone numbers & email addresses

Applicant materials will be reviewed beginning September 21st. Position is open until filled.
All three documents must be included. Candidates will be notified and interviews held immediately following. Position available immediately with flexible starting date.

If you qualify for this position and you would like to work with a solid non-profit focused on helping kids succeed in school, please apply. We look forward to hearing from you!