STEP-UP Chattanooga Program Associate
There is a critical skills gap between our talented young people and the needs of our region’s work force. PEF’s College and Career Success
work aims to bridge that gap with the creation of a new internship program—STEP-UP Chattanooga—that will connect Hamilton County
students to career opportunities. Young people face many obstacles as they try to gain critical skills needed to begin a meaningful career.
These obstacles are even greater for underrepresented students from low-income backgrounds. At the same time, businesses need welltrained employees to fill the ever-growing number of jobs in Chattanooga. The purpose of STEP-UP Chattanooga is to address both of
these issues by providing comprehensive work-readiness training, on-the-job experience, and professional connections for student
interns.
The STEP-UP Chattanooga Program Associate is responsible for the day-to-day logistical operations of STEP-UP Chattanooga, and other
College & Career initiatives as determined by the Vice President of College & Career Success. Working under the direction of the Vice
President of College & Career Success, the STEP-UP Chattanooga Program Associate will assist in overall support and communications
efforts.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Logistical Support
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Handle logistical planning, execution and support for trainings, workshops, conferences and meetings
Maintain database of partners and program participants including distribution lists
Assist in providing Information Technology support to College & Career Success program staff
Complete and manage forms and other required paperwork
Communications
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Disseminate information about STEP-UP Chattanooga and other College & Career Success Initiatives to student, parents, schoolbased personnel and other stakeholders
Assist with data collection and the creation of online applications
Day-to-day management of websites associated with projects, including the use of WordPress and performing basic graphic
design
Design standard informational material including writing letters, creating fliers, posters and invitations
Perform simple video-editing of footage from schools and other partner projects
Work with PEF External Affairs team to coordinate social media strategies and media appearances
Other responsibilities as assigned by the Vice President of College & Career Success
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:
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A deep commitment to the importance of public education
Ability to plan, organize and manage complex activities
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain relationships with a wide variety of individuals from diverse backgrounds
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Self-starter with the ability to effectively multi-task
Critical thinker and problem solver
Type 60-70 WPM
Use of Microsoft programs (Office, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint)
Bachelor’s degree preferred or relevant work experience qualifying you for this position
Please submit a résumé and cover letter describing your experience in carrying out the essential functions to:
[email protected]
or
Janice Neal
Public Education Foundation
100 East Tenth Street, Suite 500
Chattanooga, TN 37402
Compensation will be competitive and includes a generous benefits package and an opportunity to work in a non-profit organization with a
long history of helping to improve public schools. Information about PEF can be found on our website, www.PEFChattanooga.org.
Review of applications will begin on November 23, 2015 and will continue until the position is filled.