Associate, Virtual Event Producer

About LEE

LEE is a diverse, nonpartisan network of equity-minded leaders at all stages of life and career. We provide 1:1 coaching, meaningful member-to-member connections, and skill-building opportunities to support and inspire members to increase equity everywhere.

LEE is a civic leadership development membership organization currently open to alumni of our partner organizations including Teach For America, Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI), New Leaders, Latinos for Education, City Teaching Alliance, School Board Partners, Public Allies, and more.

We equip LEE members with the tools, resources, and industry knowledge they need to take collective action and create change in their communities – whether that’s through policymaking, elected leadership, advocacy, or grassroots organizing.

LEE believes that when a diverse group of leaders, grounded in a commitment to equity, are in leadership roles, they can be a transformative force for and with students and communities.

We are an outcomes-oriented organization that operates in an entrepreneurial environment deeply invested in continuous improvement. LEE is honored to have been selected as a LATINA Style 50 Award recipient and a When Work Works award recipient. We are also an Employer of National Service. If you would like to become part of our team and join the fight for educational equity, or if you would simply like to learn more, please visit wearelee.org.

Position Summary:

The Associate, Virtual Event Producer is responsible for providing event production and technical support for LEE meetings, webinars, and Virtual Events. This role reports to the Senior Director, Learning, Development, & Inclusion and will be responsible for ensuring seamless execution of Virtual Events across the organization. This position involves assisting with Zoom setup, configuration, and management. The Associate will collaborate with teams to provide technical guidance, conduct pre-event testing, troubleshoot technical issues, and monitor live events. They will also maintain knowledge of Zoom features and best practices. To be successful in this role, the person must have strong customer service skills, trouble-shooting skills, and be an expert of the Zoom video conferencing platform.

The Associate, Virtual Event Producer is a part-time, temporary position for up to 20 hours per week through November 22nd, 2024.

Position Location: Flexible

Travel Requirements: 0%

Please note that, in service of safeguarding our employees, members, and communities, LEE requires all full time, regular (non-temporary) employees and other employees who engage in any in-person work to submit proof of full COVID-19 vaccination within 60 days of their start date or request a qualified medical or religious accommodation.

Responsibilities:

Event Production and Technical Support (65%)

• Assist in the setup, configuration, and management of Zoom meetings, webinars, and Virtual Events

• Conduct pre-event testing and troubleshooting to ensure smooth and successful Virtual Event experiences

• Monitor the quality of live events, including participant sign-ons, audio/video quality, and technical issues

• Provide end-user support by identifying and resolving technical difficulties related to Zoom Virtual Events

• Maintain knowledge of Zoom features, updates, and best practices to maximize event production quality

• Support distribution and organization of learning materials to members

Process Improvement and Documentation (20%)

• Implement identified improvements to Zoom workflows and processes as directed by manager and the Technology team

• Document technical issues, resolutions, and standard operating procedures

Special Projects (15%)

• Engage in team-level, org-wide, or cross-team special projects as assigned by manager or designee

• Provide short-term coverage of other Associate-level duties during a leave, vacancy, or PTO

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or commensurate work experience (If you do not hold a Bachelor’s degree an additional 4 years of relevant experience is required. If you hold an Associate’s degree an additional 2 years of relevant experience is required.)

• 1+ year(s) of relevant experience managing digital/Virtual Events and utilizing Zoom in a professional setting

• Strong understanding of Zoom video conferencing platform and its various features

• Demonstrated skills in problem-solving, trouble-shooting, and detail orientation

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders

• Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as in a team environment

• Strong, demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, & inclusion

• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate within a geographically dispersed team

• Deep passion for educational equity and belief in LEE’s mission and theory of change

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with technologies integrated to Zoom

Physical Requirements & Work Demands:

• This position is primarily a sedentary role working with colleagues based around the country using remote technologies.

• Occasional evening and/or weekend work is required.

Application Submission:

Thank you for considering LEE as a future employer, we are eager to review your application and learn more about your experiences and interest in LEE's mission. We encourage you to submit your application at your earliest convenience. However, we do not have an application deadline for this position and we will review applications on a rolling basis. For additional information, please visit the Frequently Asked Questions section on LEE's Careers website: https://wearelee.org/who-we-are/careers/.

Pay and Benefits

The position level for this role is Assistant and the corresponding hourly pay range for this position is $22.12-$31.01. Pay is competitive and based upon relevant experience and cost of labor for your location. Learn more about compensation here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kUbPtNQiPIjWA4xbEaEY08RLQ-ZeO49wd8dc1v3U_s8/edit?usp=sharing. Note, this is a non-exempt position where employees are eligible for daily and weekly overtime pay.

Please visit LEE's Careers Website for information on benefits that part-time temporary staff have access to:

• Part-time Temporary: https://wearelee.org/who-we-are/careers/#:~:text=Frequently%20Asked%20Questions

An Equal-Opportunity Employer with a Commitment to Diversity

Leadership for Educational Equity is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and as an organization committed to diversity, and the perspective of all voices, we consider applicants equally of race, gender, color, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, disability, political affiliation, and national origin. We reasonably accommodate staff members and/or applicants with disabilities, provided they are otherwise able to perform the essential functions of the job.

An affirmative action-equal opportunity employer.

The statements in this description represent typical elements, criteria, and general work performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the job.