Part-Time Coach and Adviser

About LEE

LEE is a nonpartisan network of 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 access and opportunity in their communities (wearelee.org).

We are a civic leadership development, membership organization. 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 effective leaders who are grounded in their values and experiences can make a difference in their communities.

LEE is an outcomes-oriented organization that operates in an entrepreneurial environment deeply invested in continuous improvement. LEE is proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work, and to offer generous compensation, a virtual work setting that includes flexible scheduling, and a values-driven benefits package.

Position Summary

The Part-Time Coach and Adviser supports LEE members’ effectiveness and impact in their policy, advocacy, organizing, and/or elected roles, with a particular focus on supporting senior members whose identities have not been traditionally represented in positions of power.

As senior leaders in their own right, advisers will be well positioned to support LEE member leaders with career and executive coaching and facilitation that pushes their thinking and their work toward deeper impact and stronger networks with other equity-oriented leaders. Central to our support model is a belief that the most effective leaders actively reflect on how their identity, values, and experiences shape their vision for increasing access and opportunity in their community. Part-Time Coach and Advisers will leverage LEE’s online resources to advise a portfolio of senior LEE members toward deeper impact, meeting with them via phone, video, and email, and tracking data to report on progress and outcomes. They will contribute to drafting resources and member-facing communication related to leaders, facilitate small group learning and events, and/or connect members to grow their networks.

Part-Time Coach and Advisers will report to the Senior Director, Member Impact & Effectiveness or the Director, Group Coaching & Innovations. Time commitment is 5 - 20 hours a week; work hours are flexible and determined quarterly in consultation with the team.

Due to the high volume of applications, the hiring team will prioritize review of completed applications which includes resume submission and the completion of four multiple choice questions and two short answer questions.

Position Location: Flexible

Travel Requirements: 0% but may be invited to participate in optional travel to 1-2 member event(s) for in-person coaching

Responsibilities

Senior Leader Support (60%)

• Provide coaching and advising–individually and/or in cohorts–to LEE members pursuing or serving in policy, advocacy, organizing, or elected roles
• Facilitate entry, mid, and senior leader member virtual and in person events, gatherings, blended learning, and member-to-member networking in collaboration with LEE staff and partners, as needed
• Provide a weekly update on member pipeline, success, and resource needs and share insights to improve senior leader offerings
• Maintain member data and tracking in LEE systems including timely completion of timecards
• Incorporate practices that cultivate values-centered and community-impact focused leadership into all member-facing activities

Program Development (30%)

• Contribute to development of member- and staff-facing resources (one pagers, virtual courses, microlearnings, email series, and other products) for leader career and skills growth, and impact
• As needed, draft external communications content including blogs, member spotlights, and other media content
• Participate in occasional meetings with the Policy and Advocacy Team as requested

Special Projects (10%)

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

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 or if you hold an Associate’s degree an additional 2 years of relevant experience is required)
• 7+ years relevant, senior-level professional work experience in policy, advocacy, organizing, elected office, and/or leadership development and coaching
• Professional success in navigating a change in policies or laws to increase access to opportunities in communities
• Commitment to coaching and advising leaders and playing a role in their long-term leadership development
• Demonstrated effectiveness in team building and management
• Proven ability to work across lines of difference with diverse audiences and partners
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Strong attention to detail, responsiveness, and data tracking
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate within a geographically dispersed team
• Strong, demonstrated commitment to LEE’s mission, core values, and theory of change

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field
• Prior experience as an executive coach or adviser to senior leaders, e.g., Chief of Staff, consultant
• Affiliation with LEE and participation in some of LEE’s programs and supports

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.

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.

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. Due to the high volume of applications, the hiring team will prioritize review of completed applications which includes resume submission and the completion of four multiple choice questions and two short answer questions.

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/.

Benefits And Pay

The position level for this role is Senior Director 1 and the corresponding pay range for this position is $54.04-$83.94. 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/1kUbPtNQiPIjWA4xbEaEY08RLC-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 Regular staff have access to:

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

Physical Demands

LEE is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, programs, and operations. As part of that commitment, LEE will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact staffing@wearelee.org.

A LEE core value is including the perspective of all voices. LEE bases employment and promotional opportunities upon individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to ancestry, race, gender, pregnancy, age, color, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, religion, creed, marital status, disability, medical condition, political affiliation, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic established under law.

Key skills/competency

• Executive Coaching
• Leadership Development
• Policy Advocacy
• Community Organizing
• Data Tracking
• Communication Skills
• Program Development
• Strategic Advising
• Facilitation
• Equity-Oriented Leadership