Summary
Description
KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The Project Coordinator for the Office of the CEO plays a critical role in supporting key projects and initiatives within the Office of the CEO to add key capacity and efficiency to support our achievement of DSST’s Big 5 Goals. This individual will work closely with the Chief of Staff and Executive Assistant to coordinate efforts related to Organizational Effectiveness, Board Management, and the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), ensuring alignment with the CEO’s priorities and organizational goals. This position requires excellent project management skills, attention to detail, and leveraging digital systems and AI to maximize efficiency. This role will report to the Chief of Staff and be a team member in the Office of the CEO.
AREAS OF FOCUS
Provide coordination and support for essential functions within the Office of the CEO related to CEO effectiveness, Board of Directors effectiveness, and organizational effectiveness:
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Executive & Board of Directors Effectiveness (45%)
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Support the Executive Assistant to execute high-quality project management and tasks for board engagements, including:
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Compiling Board Books, agendas, and other key materials
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Assisting with set-up and take-down of board meetings
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Assisting with board engagement logistics (reserving space, communicating with host on logistics, securing food and drink)
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Coordinating recognition moments & honorees at each board meeting
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Provide support for scheduling and communication for committees led by the CEO
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Support the Executive Assistant to execute high-quality project management and tasks for senior leadership engagements, including:
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Coordinating guest calendar invites for meetings
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Creating meeting deck templates
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Assisting with senior leadership team logistics with extended meetings and engagements (reserving space, communicating with host on logistics, securing food and drink)
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Organizational Effectiveness (45%)
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Support the Chief of Staff to execute high-quality project management for organizational effectiveness, including:
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Coordinating Home Office teammate presence in schools for support
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Coordinate and maintain key communication structures (Home Office Digest newsletter, Home Office Hub, Home Office organization chart)
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Monitor and manage home office voicemail system, ensuring timely retrieval and accurate relay of messages to appropriate team members
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Assist with welcoming guests of the CEO and President
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Develop and maintain additional systems and structures to support organizational effectiveness
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Miscellaneous administrative support (5%)
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Execute credit card reconciliation for members of the senior leadership team, where applicable
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Coordinate and execute additional high-leverage projects and tasks identified by the CEO, Chief of Staff, or Executive Assistant
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Additional Duties (5%)
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Model our Core Values, Commitment to the Human Condition, and our commitment to equity as a Leader within the Network
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Play an active leadership role in building and sustaining Home Office culture
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Engage with our school communities to actively build relationships between our schools and the home office
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Participate in & support the execution of Home Office & Network-wide events
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JOB REQUIREMENTS
DSST Public Schools seeks candidates with strong character, a passion for excellence, a commitment to student achievement, and to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Job applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
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No bachelor’s degree required; we value relevant experience, transferable skills, and a passion for DSST’s mission.
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Excellent organization, time management, and follow-through; a high sense of urgency
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Ability to thrive and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment and manage multiple priorities
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Proficiency in project management tools and Microsoft Office Suite, including AI
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High attention to detail and organizational skills
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Deep personal and professional commitment to DSST’s mission and core values Respect, Responsibility, Integrity, Courage, Curiosity, and Doing Your Best
IDEAL QUALIFICATIONS:
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Bachelor’s degree or degree in process
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Alumni of DSST Public Schools (strongly preferred)
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2+ years of experience in project coordination, executive support, or strategic operations, preferably in an education context
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Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
WHO WE ARE
At DSST Public Schools, we are proud to be the largest and highest-performing network of public charter schools in Denver and Aurora with 100% of our students having been accepted into college or post secondary programs since our inception in 2004. When you join DSST, you play a part in ensuring all 7,500+ students at our 16 schools have access to a transformational and joyful education.
INTERVIEW EXPECTATIONS
For most of our positions, we hire on a rolling basis. Therefore, we recommend that you submit your application as soon as you are able! You can learn more about what to expect in our interview process here.
WHY JOIN DSST?
At DSST, we know that our people are the greatest asset we have in reaching our mission of eliminating educational inequity. We work hard to build a work culture that allows our staff to not only feel fulfilled by the work they do but also feel supported to live a joyful, healthy life. We want this work to be your life’s work. Check out why our teachers love working at DSST as well as our benefits website to learn how we deliver on our commitment to the human condition.
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Health and Supplemental Insurance: DSST staff have access to comprehensive medical benefits, including fertility benefits and a mental health counselor that is dedicated solely to DSST staff.
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Time Off: DSST Staff enjoy 11+ weeks off per year + paid PTO (from Day 1!)
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Professional Development: As a learning organization, DSST values both internal and external development opportunities for staff. See some examples below:
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DSST Back to School Development Series including New Staff Institute, New Educator Institute, New Leader Institute, Leader You, and Teaching & Learning Institute.
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Weekly 1:1 Coaching from a School Administrator at your campus.
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Clear internal career pathway opportunities such as our Apprentice Teachers, Emerging Leaders, and School Director in Training Programs. Read more here.
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And more!
DSST COMMUNITY REFERRAL PROGRAM
Not a best fit role for you but know someone else who would be a great fit? Refer them here and earn $500 if they are hired!
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION
DSST Public Schools is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not exclude participation in, deny benefits to or discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, National origin, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity), Age (40 and older), Disability, Genetic information (including employer requests for, or purchase, use, or disclosure of genetic tests, genetic services, or family medical history), retaliation for filing a charge, reasonably opposing discrimination, or participating in a discrimination lawsuit, investigation, or proceeding in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is active and may require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching throughout the day. The employee must lift and/or move items up to 30 pounds. The employee must have sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
