Work at Lead2Change
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Make an Impact. Inspire the Future.
At Lead2Change, we believe in the power of possibility. Our work is rooted in preparing young people for success, and we’re looking for passionate, driven individuals to help make it happen. If you’re ready to use your skills to empower the next generation, we’d love to have you on our team.
How to Apply:
If any of these positions interest you, we encourage you to apply! Please email your resume and cover letter to:
Tanika Reesnes
Human Resources Consultant
reesnest@lead2changeinc.org
Part-Time Sr. Administrative Assistant
Reporting directly to the Executive Director, the Sr. Administrative Assistant provides comprehensive administrative and operational support to the Executive Director, ensuring smooth daily operations, effective communication, and seamless coordination of meetings, travel, and special projects. This role demands exceptional organizational skills, a keen eye for detail, discretion, and the ability to manage competing priorities efficiently. Responsibilities include managing executive calendars, drafting and reviewing correspondence, overseeing office organization, and assisting with strategic initiatives to advance the Executive Director’s goals. The ideal candidate will demonstrate initiative, adaptability, and confidentiality in handling sensitive matters.
Job Responsibilities:
Calendar & Email Management
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Manage the Executive Director’s calendar, scheduling meetings, prioritizing engagements, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
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Support the Executive Director in overseeing email follow-ups, maintaining an organized
inbox, and ensuring timely and effective responses.
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Draft, review, and send correspondence on behalf of the Executive Director as needed.
Meeting Preparation & Coordination
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Prepare agendas, meeting materials, presentations, and reports for meetings.
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Record and distribute meeting minutes, ensuring action items are tracked and followed up
promptly.
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Organize and oversee logistics for both in-person and virtual meetings, ensuring seamless
execution.
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Ensure regular meetings with key stakeholders, including staff, contractors, board
committees, partners, and donors, to promote consistent engagement and effective
communication.
Operational Support
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Oversee hybrid office organization to maintain a clean and efficient workspace.
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Order office supplies and manage vendor relationships as needed.
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Track and reconcile receipts and expenses for the Executive Director.
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Conduct research to support business initiatives and decision-making.
Project Management & Special Initiatives
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Assist the Executive Director with daily operational and strategic projects.
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Monitor progress on key initiatives, ensuring deadlines and deliverables are achieved.
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Coordinate cross-functional tasks related to business operations, events, and partnerships. Develop visual materials and presentations for special initiatives using Canva.
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Oversee and direct another administrative assistant on special initiatives and projects.
Travel Logistics
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Coordinate all travel arrangements for the Executive Director for business trips, speaking engagements, and events.
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Create detailed travel itineraries and ensure all accommodation and logistics are arranged.
Other Responsibilities
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Attend weekly individual and monthly team meetings.
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Perform other work duties as assigned.
Work Qualifications & Schedule:
This position is on-site at Zilber College of Public Health, UWM. The role requires 20-25 hours per
week, with specific scheduling to be determined based on business needs and availability.
Qualifications:
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High school diploma or general education degree.
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A minimum of three (3) years of related work experience and experience supporting directors or
executives, ideally in a not-for-profit organization.
Skills, Abilities, and Characteristics You Should Bring:
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Intermediate and advanced proficiency in calendar management, email management, and document preparation.
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Experience in meeting coordination, taking minutes, and preparing reports.
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Intermediate to advanced competency in Microsoft Office 365, Google Suite, Canva, Customer
Relationship Management (CRM), and other administrative software tools.
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Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
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Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
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Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
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Project management experience.
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Ability to communicate and foster effective relationships with colleagues, community partners,
students, and parents of diverse cultural, social, educational, and financial backgrounds.
Target Salary Range:
$24 - $27 hourly rate (Final salary offer contingent upon skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to the position)
Healthcare Pathways Student Lead
Are you ready to make a lasting impact on the next generation of healthcare professionals? We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Healthcare Pathways Student Lead to guide and inspire students exploring careers in healthcare.
Position Summary:
The Healthcare Pathway Student Lead reports directly to the Program Services Manager and is responsible for preparing high school juniors and senior students for careers in the healthcare field. This role involves developing and facilitating interactive learning sessions, administering exams, and coordinating experiential learning opportunities such as site visits and job shadowing. Through structured guidance and mentorship, the Healthcare Pathways Student Lead will help students gain exposure to various healthcare pathways and support their professional growth.
Job Responsibilities:
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Curriculum Development: Design and implement lesson plans tailored to students' career interests.
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Student Mentorship: Provide individualized feedback and support for students' academic and
professional development.
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Logistics Coordination: Manage all aspects of offsite learning experiences, including permissions,
transportation, staffing, and scheduling.
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Program Engagement: Facilitate student participation in weekly Thursday Academy sessions and track
engagement.
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Attendance & Documentation: Monitor student attendance and approve weekly timesheets.
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Collaboration: Work closely with the Program Services Manager and Accountability Coaches to identify
and address barriers to students’ career practicum completion.
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Meetings & Communication: Attend all required individual and staff meetings to ensure alignment with
program goals and expectations.
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Perform other work duties as assigned.
Work Schedule:
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This is a contractual position for the duration of April – August 2025,
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Curriculum Design Preparation, April – May 2025 (Remote, flexible scheduling)
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Summer Program, June 23- August 9, 2025 (In-person, Monday- Thursday, 9 am – 3 pm)
Qualifications:
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Currently enrolled with a minimum of junior or senior status in a regionally accredited institution pursuing a healthcare-related degree.
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Minimum of one (1) supervisory experience with student groups.
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Minimum of one (1) year of experience in youth development.
Skills, Abilities, and Characteristics You Should Bring:
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Dynamic leadership skills.
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Passion for youth empowerment.
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Exceptional facilitation and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and motivate an audience.
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Flexibility and ability to pivot in real-time.
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Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
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Intermediate to advanced competency in Microsoft Office 365 and Google Suite
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Project management experience.
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Ability to communicate and foster effective relationships with colleagues, community partners,
students, and parents of diverse cultural, social, educational, and financial backgrounds.
Compensation
This is a contractual position with a total payment of $5,000, with a monthly payment of $1,000 from April through August of 2025.
Program Instructors – Dream.Explore.Bulid. (part-time)
Are you an experienced professional who is well-versed in workforce development?
Do you have the passion and skill to teach and inspire students to pursue and achieve the career of theirdreams?
Do you believe in our youth’s potential and want to play a vital role in preparing them to be leaders in theworkforce?
If this describes you, then Lead2Change is the place for you!
Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Lead Instructor, the Program Instructor is responsible for providing classroom instruction, leadership, and motivation to Lead2Change students in their assigned sections. Program Instructors will facilitate a weekly 2.5-hour class using the career-readiness Brick by Brick curriculum at designated sites with a class capacity of up to 30 students. This position requires instructors to attend team meetings and events like the Commitment and Completion Ceremonies.
Job Responsibilities:
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Instruct a weekly 2.5-hour class in following Brick-by-Brick curriculum.
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Collaborate with Career Advancement Coach to successfully ensure student completion.
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Provide a safe, supportive, interactive, and engaging learning environment to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of youth growth and development and create high-quality curriculum instruction.
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Provide a positive classroom climate that encourages respect and responsibility and thatis characterized by teamwork, camaraderie, and inclusiveness.
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Provide feedback to students that will enhance their academic and professional growth.
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Adhere to specific requirements as dictated, including but not limited to attendance, curriculum schedule, and student concerns.
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Attend required monthly team meetings and events.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution (degree must be granted by the hire date).
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Two or more years of related experience in youth development, education, businessmanagement, college and career readiness, or another appropriate field.
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One or more years of supervisory experience with student groups.
Skills, Abilities, and Characteristics You Should Bring:
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Dynamic leadership skills.
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Passion for youth empowerment.
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Knowledge of instructional strategies that connect the curriculum to the learner.
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Exceptional facilitation and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and motivate an audience.
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Flexibility and ability to pivot in real-time.
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Ability to communicate and foster effective relationships with students and staff of diverse cultural, social, educational, and financial backgrounds.
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Ability to effectively utilize classroom technology.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office suite applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Available Class Schedule:
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Mondays, 5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., Location: Bader Rutter
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Tuesdays, 5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., Location: James O. Wright Training Center
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Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Location: Zilber College of Public Health, UWM
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Mondays & Wednesdays, 1:56 p.m. – 3:20 p.m., Location: GreenTree Preparatory Academy
Compensation:
This is a contractual position with a monthly payment of $600.
Accountability Coaches – Dream.Explore.Bulid. (part-time)
Are you passionate about motivating youth to perform at their best?
Are you inspired to encourage students to set realistic and achievable goals, holding them accountable for their progress?
Do you have superb time management, organization, and record-keeping skills?
If this describes you, then Lead2Change is the place for you!
Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Lead Accountability Coach, the Accountability Coach is responsible for meeting with each student regularly to coach, discuss, and document the student’s progress in the program. TheAccountability Coach will manage a caseload of 10-15 students. The weekly class is held at the designated site. The coach can meet with each student individually, virtually, or in person for coaching sessions. In-person meetings must occur at a Lead2Change-approved location. This position requires coaches to attend team meetings and events such as the Commitment and Completion Ceremonies.
Job Responsibilities:
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CLASSES AND SPECIAL EVENTS: Attend weekly Dream.Explore.Build. classes with students and attend special events (e.g., Boot Camps, Internship Interviews, etc.). Track student attendance, assist in classroom management and student engagement, create individualized learning opportunities, and make connections between class and coaching sessions.
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COACHING SESSIONS: Meet with each student in caseload monthly for 30 minutes. Prepare individualized coaching session agendas, build and maintain support relationships, and document coaching sessions.
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CASE MANAGEMENT: Collaborate with the student, the student’s instructor, family, and the school to ensure the student completes the program successfully.
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DOCUMENTATION: Track student progress in the program by keeping detailed, up-to-date case notes and reporting to the Lead Accountability Coach.
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ADMINISTRATION: Participate in Lead2Change team meetings, supervision meetings, cohort meetings, and Problem of Practice sessions.
Qualifications:
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High School Diploma or GED.
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One or more years of experience working with youth.
Skills and Characteristics You Should Bring:
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Passion for empowering and inspiring the youth to strive for excellence and to achieve their full potential.
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Excellent organizational, written, and oral communication skills.
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Consistently pays attention to the small details to ensure accuracy and completeness in work.
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Ability to meet deadlines and expectations in an autonomous environment.
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Ability to encourage students to take initiative and make decisions, fostering a sense of ownership and motivation.
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Fosters a collaborative and supportive team environment that encourages motivation and engagement.
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Exhibits a proactive approach to identifying solutions and resolving issues.
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Skilled at identifying and resolving conflicts constructively and fairly.
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Ability to communicate and foster effective relationships with students and staff of diverse cultural, social, educational, and financial backgrounds.
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Proficient with email and text applications.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office suite applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Work Hours:
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15 – 20 hours per week, including evenings and weekends
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Candidates must have availability for two class schedules to be considered.
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Class Scheduling & Location
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Mondays, 5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., Location: Bader Rutter
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Tuesdays, 5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., Location: James O. Wright Training Center
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Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Location: Zilber College of Public Health, UWM
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Mondays & Wednesdays, 1:56 p.m. – 3:20 p.m., Location: GreenTree Preparatory Academy
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Compensation:
This is a non-exempt position with an hourly rate of $20.00