What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Associate position at UNITE HERE Chicago Hospitality Institute?
Company Description
UNITE HERE Chicago Hospitality Apprenticeship Fund (“the Fund”) is a labor-management Taft-Hartley Fund and 501(c)(3) workforce development organization. We are a new, thriving non-profit organization based in the wonderful city of Chicago! We are looking for someone who is interested in helping build an organization and is eager to grow with it! We offer a beautiful benefits package and an energetic, respectful, and thoughtful work environment!
Role Description
The Operations Associate for UNITE HERE Chicago Hospitality Institute (UHCHI) is generally the first point of contact for UHCHI via phone, email, and in person with prospective Apprentices, Community-Based Organizations, Partners, Political Affiliates, the McCormick Place team, and others. This role is significant to the daily operations of UHCHI, and we are looking for a mission-driven professional who is flexible, adaptable, and organized, and who is a forward thinker who anticipates the needs of the organization, our trainees, and our overarching team. This role reports directly to the Executive Director.
Qualifications
· Proven experience as an Operations/Executive Associate
· Knowledge of office management systems and procedures
· Working knowledge of office equipment
· Proficiency in MS Office (MS Excel and MS PowerPoint, in particular)
· Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work
· Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills
· Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask
· High School Diploma or equivalent
· Bilingual: Spanish a plus