Title:11th Grade Program Assistant – Enrichment Programs
Department:  SEO Scholars, High School
Location: New York, New York
Reports to: Program Manager Enrichment Programs, 11th Grade
Compensation: $25 hourly
FLSA:  Part-Time/Non-Exempt
Location: Hybrid – 2 days/week in office

All candidates must be within commutable distance of SEO’s offices at 55 Exchange Place, New York, NY 10005, upon hire.  

ABOUT SEO

For more than 60 years, SEO has created a more equitable society by closing the educational and career opportunity gap for ambitious Black, Hispanic/Latinx, and Native American young people. All are welcome to apply to our programs. 

POSITION OVERVIEW
The 11th Grade Program Assistant is responsible for data management and operational support for summer enrichment programming during the academic year and new mentor recruitment in the summer. This includes, but is not limited to, overseeing enrichment program applications for upwards of 175 scholars and creating tracking systems for these programs that can be easily accessed and understood by all members of the 11th Grade team. During the summer, the Program Assistant will transition to support the Senior Manager of Mentoring with the interview scheduling process between SEO staff interviewers and applicants, tracking application and interview data, and conducting follow up with new and returning mentor candidates as needed.

The Program Assistant is a highly organized, dynamic team player with a keen eye for detail, an ability to handle multiple responsibilities, and a commitment to providing opportunity to underserved high school students.

Enrichment Program Operations – 60%

Assist the Program Manager of External Partnerships with the following:

• Create application calendars for 40 enrichment programs
• Design PowerPoint presentations that detail application steps for each enrichment program
• Review final drafts for application essays
• Ensure all components of applications are completed and submitted in a timely manner
• Oversee data and form collection post-application submission. This will include ensuring that each scholar has completed a medical form, parents/guardians have signed terms & conditions and assist select students with visa applications and material purchases.
• Purchase and track transportation for scholars traveling outside of New York City.

Student Management – 40%

• Lead enrichment program and scholarship application groups including the scheduling of application meetings, creation of application timelines, essay editing, and collection and tracking of application components to ensure on-time completion of the application.
• Schedule one-on-one time with scholars who need additional assistance through the enrichment program application process.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma
• Experience managing complex projects with multiple deadlines
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills and experience working with databases
• Ability to work some Saturdays as well as some evenings as needed

CORE COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

• Excellent organizational skills, detail-orientation, and ability to multitask and handle changing priorities
• Superior written/oral communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
• Bilingual Spanish/English is highly desirable

COMPENSATION

This position is benefits ineligible in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.

The compensation listed in this posting reflects what SEO believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and SEO reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time.

EEOC Policy

At SEO we are committed to cultivating a team that embodies the backgrounds and experiences of the constituencies we serve and the communities we live in, and a workplace that reflects the impact we make in the world. Candidates from all communities – including people of color, women, members of the LGBTQIA+ Community, veterans, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity is not just the law, it is our commitment.

Sponsors for Educational Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/D/V. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information or characteristics, or any other legally protected status.

If you need accommodation while applying for a role with SEO, due to a disability, please email SEO Talent.

THE ORGANIZATION

Established in 1963 by Michael Osheowitz, SEO (Sponsors for Educational Opportunity), is an educational non-profit focused on improving outcomes for students from underserved backgrounds. For over 60 years, SEO has been an innovator in education, mentorship, and creating educational programs and opportunities that maximize the full potential of our participants. Each year SEO serves 7,000+ participants nationally, and the organization is widely recognized for developing best-in-class programs with exceptional results.

Not every SEO participant is on the same journey, but all are hungry for opportunity and SEO creates an ecosystem of excellence. Learn more about SEO's programs here: https://www.seo-usa.org/our-programs/