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DIRECTOR OF PIPELINE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS

Job Title: Director of Pipeline Educational Programs
Department: Programs
Reports To: Vice President of Programs
Manages the following positions: Scholarship Specialist and High School Program Specialist
Status: Exempt

POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Director of Pipeline Educational programs will oversee the organization's leadership pipeline development programs and educational services, including its high school college preparation program (Ready to Lead), , educational publications and scholarships. The Director will also oversee the work of and provide support to the CHCI Alumni Association.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

•Oversees day-to-day managerial aspects/operations of CHCI's pipeline educational services including CHCI's high school college preparation program (Ready to Lead), scholarship award programs, mentoring as well as the educational resources, activities, publications and tools.
•Oversees the work of the CHCI Alumni Association and assures administrative and logistical support as needed.
•Assists in the development of all policies and procedures related to the selection, development, evaluation, and promotion of pipeline education programs.
•Oversees timelines established in conjunction with his/her management team, to monitor program progress and ensure requirements are met and followed.
•Establishes work plan for each phase of pipeline education programs and assigns duties, responsibilities and scope of authority.
•Actively seeks opportunities to contribute to positive outcomes for sponsors, stakeholders, and programs participants.
•Works collaboratively with staff to ensure that program supporters receive periodic as well as end of year reports.
•Arranges appropriate and helpful assignments, formal training or other work experiences for the purpose of fostering teamwork learning and development for programs' staff and participants.
•Works with employees to communicate performance standards that are specific and measurable.
•Provides oversight and guidance to program staff in the development and analysis of program evaluation tools.
•Fosters innovation in others. Coaches and guides others in developing and implementing innovative approaches.
•Oversees content of CHCI's web site educational related sections and tools targeted to for pipeline, scholarship and alumni related initiatives.
•Manages and assures detailed records for programs and services related activities CHCI pipeline, scholarship and alumni related initiatives.
•Develops relationships with high schools, alumni and community organizations.
•In conjunction with the VP of programs, identifies and acts on opportunities to partner with other organizations to obtain support for CHCI's programs.
•In coordination with the VP of Programs, monitors the Department's budget.
•Works with VP of Programs to set performance standards, monitors progress and intervenes at an early stage to ensure that agreed upon deliverables are met with quality and within timelines.
•In conjunction with VP of Programs, works closely with his/her management team through the problem solving and creative thinking process to develop and implement new approaches, systems, structures and methods in the programs when needed.

Ready to Lead (R2L)
•Ensures the development of national partnerships with programs that promote college prep and retention for students from middle school through the early college years.
•Oversees that development and evaluation of program curriculum for Ready to Lead (R2L) programs including financial literacy, leadership development and mission and goal setting workshops.
•Identifies and coordinates the integration of CHCI alumni into R2L programs nationally.
•Works with program staff to ensure that there is tracking and reporting of data collected from program participants for funding and measurement purposes.
•Establishes and manages advisory committees where R2L events are held to ensure a coordinated outreach approach with local community leaders and ensures long-term engagement of members to ensure program success each time R2L returns to location.
Mentoring
•Will develop and manage a CHCI mentoring program that will connect R2L program participants, CHCI program alumni & professionals in their local jurisdictions that will lead to the continuous connection between participants and college enrollment.
•Provides guidance in the goal of integrating CHCI Alumni into CHCI programs for mentoring and presentations

Scholarship
•Manages the application and selection process for CHCI's scholarship program.
•Develops national partnerships with programs that promote college prep and retention for students from high school through undergraduate and graduate education.
•Oversees the tracking and reporting of data collected from program participants for funding and measurement purposes.
•Serves as the subject matter expert for CHCI on best practices, research and other critical data related to scholarship programs related to Latino youth, college retention rates and other emerging issues.
•Develops and maintains working relationships with alumni, colleges, and educational organizations that support scholarships for Latino youth.

CHCI Alumni Association
•Develops and maintains strong working relationships with CHCI alumni and Alumni Association (AA) Board.
•Assures appropriate administrative and logistical support is provided to the AA and Chapter Boards.
•Provides support to VP of Programs on AA related matters with the CHCI Board of Directors and the Alumni Subcommittee of the Board.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

Education:
•Master's degree (M. A.) or equivalent; or six to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
•Strong management or supervisor experience.
•Strong knowledge of working with education policy, youth and/or leadership development field.
•Experience working in collaborative partnerships with Latino and non-Latino education, policy and/or leadership development organizations.
•Bilingual skills (Spanish-English), a must.

Analytical/Interpersonal Skills:
•The Director must have leadership qualities, and strong communication abilities to work with the private, nonprofit and public sectors.
•Must have strong communication skills both verbal and written.
•Must be able to work independently and cooperatively, promoting teamwork and individual responsibility as appropriate.
•Must have strong leadership skills to develop resources and promote educational opportunities.
•Ability to understand, track, drill-down, and question activities and issues in all functional areas and make sound business decisions based upon that data.
•Must be creative and flexible in order to respond quickly and positively to shifting demands and opportunities.
•Must demonstrate strong management skills as well as working knowledge of the budgeting process.
•Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to earn the confidence and respect of a wide range of internal and external audiences.
•Must possess exceptional consensus-building skills.
•Demonstrated ability to maintain a clear balance between program needs (expenses) and fund development resources (revenues).

Physical Demands:
•Work performed in an office environment.
•Required to sit for long periods of time.
•Infrequent light physical effort required.
•Ability to work effectively using program management and other tools on a personal computer for long periods of time.
•Occasional travel to events out of town.

DISCLAIMER
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS SPECIALIST

INTERNSHIPS

CHCI Internships provide students hands on experience in the organization's mission of developing the next generation of Latino leaders, while honing their own leadership skills and making important career development connections.

Benefits
Interns at CHCI get to participate in key leadership development seminars and activities within CHCI's Public Policy Fellowship Program that runs from September through May and its Summer Congressional Internship Program from June through August. These are nationally-recognized programs offered to the best and brightest Latino youth from around the country. Seminar topics include Communicating with the Media, Public Speaking, Strategic Negotiations and Coalition Building, Challenging Stereotypes, Time and Stress Management, Financial Planning, Running for Office and Winning, Beyond Networking, Campaign Training, Tri-Caucus Orientation, The Built Environment and its Impact on Public Health, U.S. Immigration Policy: Prospects for the Future, Hispanic Opportunities in Federal Government, Advocacy, Lobbying and the Media in your Issue Campaign, New Generation of State Leaders in Maryland, among others.

All internship positions are unpaid, however a stipend for transportation will be granted.

Intern - Office of the President & CEO
Help manage correspondence, scheduling and travel arrangements as well as managing administrative support as needed. Excellent communication and organizational skills are necessary; interaction with corporate executives, Members of Congress, their support staff, and various high-level government officials. The position will also produce various reports, meeting content materials, and provide logistical and administrative support to fundraising efforts.

Intern - Office of the Chief Operating Officer
Provide support on matters related to resource development, strategic planning and board governance. The position will also provide support for programmatic related functions.

Intern - Events Department
Provide logistical support during CHCI’s annual events such as the Public Policy Conference, Reyes of Comedy Night, and Gala. The CHCI Gala is the largest Annual Latino Event in Washington, D.C., therefore great attention to detail and excellent organizational and time management skills are required. Act as liaison for keynote speakers, Gala award recipients, Comedy night performers, and othe special guests as needed. Provide support with Regional fundraising events throughout the U.S. and make travel arrangements for invitees.

Intern - Human Resources Department
Provide support to the HR Manager. Help set up new HR information systems and update personnel files. Provide support with the restructuring process and rewrite job descriptions, employee handbook, and benefit orientation packets. Provide support with payroll and Benefit Administration. Help with employee survey and benchmarking process.

Intern - Communications and Marketing Department
Help draft, pitch and edit Press Releases and Media Advisories for CHCI programs, and events. Draft articles for CHCI Newsletter and other marketing collateral, as needed. Compose and maintain press lists and provide support for media at events as assigned. Edit new and existing marketing collateral for sponsorship and program outreach. Organize press packets for events. Help maintain CHCI’s Web site. Prepare and distribute daily clips for CHCI staff on Hispanic education, statistics, sponsors, competitors and other relevant topics. Catalog all media coverage.

Requirements

College Graduate or pursuing a college degree
Strong computer literacy is necessary

Work a minimum of 30hrs/week
Must multi-task and work well under pressure
Excellent logistical and organizational skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent customer service skills
Must be a self-starter and independent, who understands the need for detail
Needs to be independent and a self-starter bilingual skills (Spanish-English) is a plus
If participating in a school internship program, requirements for that program must be submitted
Make a final presentation of your choice on how your newfound skills will help your career and personal goals

CHCI is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, marital status, sexual orientation or any other legally protected status.

Please send resume and cover letter indicating department preferences and availability dates to:

Carmen Joge
cjoge@chci.org
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute
911 2nd Street Washington N.E., DC 20002
Fax (202) 546-2143

CHCI is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, marital status, sexual orientation or any other legally protected status.

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