Job Description

Bellwether Housing is seeking a talented and resourceful Executive Assistant and Board Liaison to provide comprehensive support to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), project management for key strategic CEO and organizational initiatives, and administrative support for the organization’s Board of Directors. This is a high-impact and high-visibility position that will interact directly with employees across the organization, with the Board of Directors, with business partners and community stakeholders, policy leaders, and elected officials, and be an integral part of the senior leadership team of the organization. 

Bellwether’s strategic plan is ambitious, calling for large-scale, innovative, and resident-centered growth over the next several years. We are looking for highly motivated, proactive, and mission-driven people to help us meet our goals. If you want to be a part of our region’s largest nonprofit housing provider and you are organized, detail-oriented, and an outstanding communicator, apply now! 

 

Salary: $79,379 - $97,018/annually.  

The posted salary reflects the full pay range for this position. Offers made to qualified candidates will be made within this range and will be determined by various factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, qualifications, location, and other factors that would be critical to success in this role.  

 

Position Overview: The Executive Assistant to the CEO & Board Liaison (EA/BL) provides comprehensive support to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), project management for key strategic CEO and organizational initiatives, and administrative support for the organization’s Board of Directors. The EA/BL will serve as a member of the organization’s leadership team and contribute to key strategic decision-making. The EA must develop a deep understanding of the work of the organization, the core values and goals, and work in a manner that advances those values and goals, including establishing and maintaining a collaborative, innovative, inspired, and mission-driven organizational culture.   

 

Work Schedule: This position is primarily onsite with flexibility for remote work. The standard schedule is Monday-Friday during core business hours. 

 

Your Impact:  

• Proactively manage the CEO's calendar, schedule, travel, and expense reports.    
• Manage schedule, logistics, and materials for the Board of Directors and its committees, provide administrative support for board initiatives, meetings, and retreats, and other key board governance activities; maintain accurate corporate records (board minutes, resolutions, membership data). 
• Assist with external communications and managing external relationships with neighborhood stakeholders, contractors, elected officials and policymakers, donors, investors, and other financial partners. 
• Assist with employee engagement by organizing meetings with departments, assisting in managing employee recognition, open forum town halls, and assist others in planning all staff meetings and events.  
• Assist CEO with Bellwether’s policy advocacy efforts, including reviewing and briefing CEO on public policy proposals, helping develop and draft Bellwether’s policy positions, and managing employee and Board engagement in advocacy efforts.   
• Prepare high-quality graphic visualization of organizational data to support Board meetings, advocacy efforts, and employee and community education.   
• Support the leadership team: manage logistics, scheduling, and agendas for leadership meetings and retreats, keep and distribute notes, participate in strategic-level conversations regarding organizational policy and direction, communicate strategic issues, initiatives, and decisions to employees.    
• Contribute to creating a collaborative, innovative, and mission-driven organizational culture.    
• Independently manage a wide variety of projects and strategic initiatives on behalf of the CEO. 
• Act with a high level of discretion, confidentiality, and professionalism with employees, Board members, and outside stakeholders. 
  
   

Who You Are:  

• Bachelor’s degree and 3 years’ experience providing executive-level administrative support OR a mix of education and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the functions of the position. 
• Advanced competencies with MS Office Suite, SharePoint, Adobe, and virtual meeting platforms. 
• Committed to Bellwether’s mission and equity pillars. 
• Scrupulous about details in all matters of planning and communication. 
• Skilled in creating insightful data visualizations and interfacing with complex, large-scale databases. 
• Proven ability to work effectively across cultures, positions, and industries with the highest degree of professionalism, grace, and discretion.  
• Proactive, critical thinker who seeks and proposes solutions.  
• Strong project organizational skills and ability to work independently. 
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What We Offer: Bellwether Housing is your platform for growth, empowerment, and purpose. When you join our team, you will receive: 

• Competitive compensation accompanied by a generous benefits package. 
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance. 
• A 403(b)-retirement plan with an employer match, guiding you towards a prosperous future 
• Fuel for your personal and professional development with up to $1,500 in employer-paid continuing education per year. 
• An ORCA Transit Pass to navigate the city with ease. 
• Up to 24 paid days off in your first year, prorated personal days renewed annually, and 8 paid office closure days. 
• The chance to be part of a transformative mission, leaving a mark on the lives of those we serve in our communities. 

At Bellwether Housing, you will elevate your career in a role that's as rewarding as it is impactful, where you’ll be part of a movement that is helping shape the future of affordable housing in Seattle and where diversity, equity, and inclusion are the pillars of our success.  

Note: This role requires successful completion of a background check in accordance with Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance. 

Bellwether Housing is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We support the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to reasonably accommodate all qualified applicants [and employees] by providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities.  

To request Reasonable Accommodation for the application or interview process, please contact recruiting@bellwetherhousing.org . Bellwether Housing is dedicated to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We value having employees whose skills, experiences, and backgrounds reflect the populations we serve. We are committed to being an anti-racist organization, while acknowledging we have a long way to go. You can learn more about our DEI work on our website.  

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