Youth Programs Assistant

Organization

The Construction Industry Education Foundation (CIEF) exists to recruit, educate, and inspire the design, construction, and trade professionals of tomorrow while also supporting the educational and training needs of today’s workforce. CIEF has been rapidly expanding our programming to address the growing labor shortage within our industry.

Overview

As part of CIEF, this position requires a dynamic, highly motivated, and energetic individual. This position reports to the CIEF Director of National Youth Programs and assists with the high school outreach programs. This is a hybrid position based in Dallas, Texas with 1-2 days a week in the office or at events/in-person meetings.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

•  Experience working in the construction industry (preferable, but not required).
•  Understand non-profit organizations.
•  Strong attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills.
•  Strong written and verbal communication skills including public speaking.
•  Strong relationship-building skills
•  Strong work ethic and a passion for your work.
•  Reliable, dependable, and approachable with a positive attitude.
•  Knowledge of Microsoft Suite and AMS systems preferred.
•  Availability for travel to support programs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

•  Assist with executing Trades Days and the Design Build Competition® program
•  Prepare invoices, reports, letters, mailings, name tags, and other documents.
•  Assist the programs department with basic fundraising and sponsorship benefit management.
•  Conduct research, compile data, and prepare reports for internal and external use.
•  Assist with social media and newsletter publications through storytelling.
•  Other duties as requested.

This is a full-time, hybrid position (1-2 days a week in the office or at events/in-person meetings) based in Dallas, Texas with supplemental benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and a 401k savings program. The anticipated salary is $45,000-$50,000. For questions on this position, contact Brittany Albaugh at balbaugh@cie.foundation. No recruiters or third-party placement. The final candidate will be required to pass FBI and DOJ Background Checks for working with youth and minors before the offer will be finalized.

To apply for this position, submit a cover letter and resume to balbaugh@cie.foundation. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Final candidates will be asked to provide references.