School Operations Coordinator for Non-Profit Education Network

2 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Big Shoulders Fund Full time
Role Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled School Operations Coordinator to join our team at Big Shoulders Fund in Chicago. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills, with the ability to multitask and set priorities among competing activities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Schedule meetings, manage various requests, and complete administrative tasks related to school operations, including drafting communications and preparing materials for training sessions and meetings.
  • At the direction of leadership, research options, and propose solutions or adaptations when administrative challenges arise.
  • Draft and edit documents to ensure accurate and effective communication between stakeholders.
  • Manage basic projects, including planning events, supporting logistics, and organizing trainings and professional development opportunities.

The successful candidate will also be responsible for maintaining and updating data systems, designing and building data systems for programs and initiatives as needed, and assisting with gathering data from schools.

Fundraising and Grant Research

Working closely with schools and the Big Shoulders Fund development team, the School Operations Coordinator will research grants for specific projects and needs, develop processes and procedures for mass school applications, and provide direct support for individual grant applications.

Requirements and Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree required; experience in school operations a plus.
  • Exceptional organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills.
  • Ability to multitask and set priorities among competing activities.
  • Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to excellence.
About Us

Big Shoulders Fund is an independent charitable organization providing support to schools with demonstrated need, offering a quality education to children in Chicago and Northwest Indiana. We serve 25,000 students across 92 schools, with a commitment to access and outcomes through scholarship support and enrichment programming.



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