The Coalition on Homelessness is a trusted and respected voice in our community. The Coalition is currently in our 45th year as a community-powered coalition that regularly convenes, educates, and collaborates with people and organizations to advance our mission, vision, and values.We mobilize our community to challenge systemic causes of homelessness and advocate for housing justice. We envision a region that acts on a shared sense of responsibility to ensure everyone has a home. Our core values are Equity, Justice, and Collective Action. Please visit www.homelessinfo.org to learn more.
Position Summary
The Office Lead is an internally focused position that establishes and maintains a stable core of organizational operations, including: daily in-person and virtual administrative support including careful and timely data entry (AP/AR); maintenance of hard copy and electronic files; administration and use of customized Salesforce for Nonprofits CRM database; support for fundraising, member services, and educational programming. This person will have the ability to adapt, solve problems, and exercise flexibility in a fast-paced, fluid work environment. They provide support for in person and virtual meetings and help plan and implement events and projects. This role serves as the first point of contact for general inquiries. The Office Lead reports to the Operations Manager and works closely with the Executive Director, as well as in concert with all members of the small staff team and with volunteers. This position is primarily in office and interacts via phone and email with a wide range of people, including elected officials, people experiencing homelessness, and other members of the public.
Primary Responsibilities
Project Management
Fundraising and Donor and Member Relations
Operations
Skills and Experience
The strongest candidates will have a clear record of attention to detail, demonstrated proficiency working in a professional environment and engaging in administrative work including email correspondence, maintenance of hard copy and electronic records, and scheduling meetings and appointments. The position requires excellent judgment, the ability to solve problems effectively, and to work independently and collaboratively as part of a small team.
Eligible candidate will have most of the following qualifications:
Working Conditions
Work takes place in a small office with a dynamic shared-workspace environment. Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic the office has adopted a hybrid model of in-person and remote work. We take our responsibility to protect staff and community health by limiting the spread of disease seriously: Workplace protocols are guided by the best current information and guidance provided by local, state, and federal public health agencies. All staff are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Offer of employment is conditional on candidate submitting proof of current vaccination for COVID-19. This position is entirely in-person due to the nature of work of answering phones, distributing mail, and supporting program staff and volunteers. When staff are in shared office spaces, we use a combination of preventive measures including wearing KN-95 masks, air filtration, and testing. Most staff have separate workspaces to support distancing.
Work performance includes long periods of sitting, working on a computer. Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. on an occasional basis. Some evening and weekend hours are required.
The Coalition offices are located on the third floor of an older building without elevator access. Stairs are steep.
Equal Opportunity and Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
The Coalition on Homelessness believes that a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace culture enhance our ability to fulfill our mission. As an organization working to ensure safety, housing, and justice for people who are often marginalized by society, we seek to bring our values into the workplace through creating an inclusive work culture where our policies and procedures, including recruitment and hiring, reflect our commitment to social justice, and where all our staff feel valued.
We are committed to providing a culture of mutual respect where equal employment and promotional opportunities are available to all applicants and staff without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship, veteran or marital status, sensory, physical or mental disability, housing status or history, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind.
The Coalition on Homelessness is a trusted and respected voice in our community. The Coalition is currently in our 45th year as a community-powered coalition that regularly convenes, educates, and collaborates with people and organizations to advance our mission, vision, and values.We mobilize our community to challenge systemic causes of homelessness and advocate for housing justice. We envision a region that acts on a shared sense of responsibility to ensure everyone has a home. Our core values are Equity, Justice, and Collective Action. Please visit www.homelessinfo.org to learn more.
Position Summary
The Office Lead is an internally focused position that establishes and maintains a stable core of organizational operations, including: daily in-person and virtual administrative support including careful and timely data entry (AP/AR); maintenance of hard copy and electronic files; administration and use of customized Salesforce for Nonprofits…
Generous benefits package including 100% employer paid medical, vision, & dental insurance for employee, Orca card, and Employee Assistance Program. SEP IRA retirement account contribution. Flexible Paid Time Off (20 days plus holidays.) Flexible scheduling by approval of supervisor.
Generous benefits package including 100% employer paid medical, vision, & dental insurance for employee, Orca card, and Employee Assistance Program. SEP IRA retirement account contribution. Flexible Paid Time Off (20 days plus holidays.) Flexible scheduling by approval of supervisor.
To apply: Send resume and cover letter to hr@homelessinfo.org with “Office Lead” in the subject line. Attachments in .pdf format preferred.
Position is open until filled with a priority deadline of 9 am on Monday, November 4th, 2024.
To apply: Send resume and cover letter to hr@homelessinfo.org with “Office Lead” in the subject line. Attachments in .pdf format preferred.