About Us
The mission of the Wylderness Youth Leadership Diversity (WYLD) organization is to empower underserved urban youth and U.S. Military Veterans through transformative wilderness leadership programs and mutually beneficial mentor relationships. See www.wyld.org for more information.
Our Vision is a city where every youth and returning U.S. Military Veteran is given an opportunity to explore, connect and discover through nature.
Our Values reflect a belief that youth and Veterans can prosper through meaningful mentor relationships that instill confidence, compassion and hope.
Position Summary
WYLD is seeking a dynamic individual who is personally engaging, a self-starter, poised, well organized, solution oriented and confident in a fast-paced business setting. The Admin / Program Assistant will at times be the front person and direct contact with clients / acquaintances and, therefore, must be well spoken, genuinely have an upbeat personality and be committed to helping the mission and Director. In addition to working administratively, the assistant will work as part of the WYLD team, in the field with our hiking programs. Effectively managing detailed and intricate afterschool and field plans, anticipating course needs and seeking out as well as providing pertinent feedback to guides and office staff are key to finding success in this role. Ideally you will or would be competent with outdoor living and have knowledge and capabilities in the care and maintenance of gear.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2-4 years of professional experience. Experience with fundraising, partnership development, and philanthropic endeavors. Characteristics leading to success are detail orientation, problem solving, creative thought process, can handle sensitive matters and strong communication skills. Candidates actively involved in community development or non-profit endeavors strongly encouraged to apply. Bachelor’s degree is preferred but not required. Must have proficiency or ability to learn software including: Google Docs, Social Media platforms: Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, YesWare, Mailchimp, Salesforce, Google +, LinkedIn, MS Office – including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as well as Adobe Acrobat.
Roles and Responsibilities
Correspondence and scheduling with field staff & client agencies
Field Curricula Review and Organization
Field & after school Course Coordination: transportation, medical & liability forms, calendar, media organization (photos & video)
Gear coordination
Ensure the productivity of the Director by anticipating next steps and reducing his time on or independently dispensing with administrative matters.
Communicate directly and on behalf of the Director with Board Members, Donors, Foundation Staff, and others related to all initiatives
Answering and routing telephone calls, transmitting decisions and instructions and answering inquiries to aid the founding team in the resolution of routine matters. Receiving and assisting visitors as appropriate.
Screening correspondence directed toward the Director usingtimely and accurate knowledge and clear judgment.
Composing correspondence and releasing under own signature and/or the Directorsignature as authorized.
Coordinating and preparing information (briefing/support materials/agendas) for use in discussions / meetings with prospective and current clients.
Prioritizing and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Attending WYLD fundraising events, Staff meetings and Board meetings that may be at off typical hour times
Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds/communities
General knowledge of working with a budget
Social Media Creation and Maintenance, Website Maintenance,
Event logistical Planning
Purchasing Gear, Food, Office Supplies, Catering Food etc.
Human Resource Management
Willingness to perform Organizational Research on subject foreign to them
Liaising with State and Federal Agencies Regarding Permits and Scheduling, File management
A sense of humor
Opportunity
There is opportunity for field-work with youth & veterans, if qualified or trained as a hiking guide. Volunteer opportunities with youth do come with the position. Gain an inside understanding of nonprofit structure, board governance and development, staff management and backcountry backpacking skills. We take an intentional effort that you come away with significant benefit, in the development of your skills with an opportunity to grow in the organization.
Location: Office is located at Vermont & the 10 Fwy in Los Angeles, CA
Hours: The position is full-time.
Pay: Commensurate with Experience in relation to the needs of the position
Please contact: Director Chris Chandler with info below.
Military Veterans Encouraged to apply
How to apply
To apply, please contact: Chris Chandler, Director, chris@wyld.org 310.614.6678 Please include a short note explaining why you want to partner with us and be ready with 2-3 references.