Job Description

Organization

The Construction Industry Education Foundation (CIEF) exists to recruit, educate, and inspire the design, construction, and trade professionals of tomorrow. CIEF has been rapidly expanding our programming to address the growing labor shortage within our industry.

Overview

This position requires a dynamic, highly motivated, and energetic individual. This position reports to the Director of National Youth Programs and works to promote and coordinate the workforce development activities and events of the organization. This is a remote office position based in Texas with an option to work-from-home or from a shared office space. A majority of this position is focused on the administrative work and operational execution required for student programs and competitions. The Events and Programs Manager will be expected to manage high school workforce programs including the Design Build Competitions®, Trades Days, and Fundraising events.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Events & Programs Manager’s responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Organize, plan, support, and evaluate workforce development, and scholarship programs.
• Manage pre-developed program budgets in coordination with the Director of National Youth Programs.
• Manage and execute fundraising efforts for programs through sponsorship outreach and relationship building to new and existing partners.
• Manage chapter boards, program committees, advisory boards, program details, sponsors, volunteers, and materials.
• Outreach to the construction industry to increase visibility and support the CIEF’s workforce programs including attending industry events and managing the brand of CIEF throughout Texas.
• Coordinate program statistics for grant funding and fund development reports.
• Build relationships with local schools by attending advisory board meetings and events.
• Attend networking events to support fundraising efforts.
• Other duties as requested.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Understand non-profit organizations.
• Experience with program management.
• Experience working with the construction industry (highly preferable, but not required)
• Knowledge and experience of sponsorship solicitation and management.
• Strong time-management and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills including public speaking.
• Understanding and knowledge of working with boards, committees, and volunteers.
• Knowledge of Social Media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn).
• Experience with AMS/CRM, Microsoft Suite, and Monday.com is desired.
• Strong inter-personal and organizational skills.
• Availability for same-day travel and occasional overnight travel.
• Ability to lift/move items up to 40 pounds

This is a full-time position with supplemental benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and a 401k savings program. The anticipated salary is $60,000-$65,000. Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license, a reliable vehicle, and provide proof of auto insurance.

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 is 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.

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