The Center for People is a dynamic non-profit organization that provides innovative services and programs to the low-income community in Lincoln, Nebraska, addressing basic needs and providing opportunities to achieve economic independence for our clients. 

The Center has been fighting poverty in Lincoln, Nebraska since 2003. We are the Food Bank of Lincoln's largest partner, distributing food to more than 5,400 low-income families. We are also home to Lincoln's first Diaper Bank, established to meet the growing need for diapers in our community. Education is the key to helping low-income individuals obtain economic independence. As such, the Center developed educational and training programs to help people obtain employment with a living wage.

We are currently looking for an Administrative & Education Specialist. This position is a full-time, 40 hour per week, onsite position. 

The Administrative & Education Specialist’s primary role is overseeing the effective

utilization of the computer lab and to provide instructional support to multiple

learning platforms. In this job, expectation is to support participants enrolled in

Center for People’s educational programs and those seeking career opportunities.

Complimentary functions include providing technical direction, supervising lab

activities, managing online education platforms, and supporting learners with all

other technology requests offered through the Center for People. Outside of

computer lab hours, this role will also be responsible for assisting with administrative

duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

During Computer Lab Hours:

● Supervise and document activities within the computer and virtual reality labs, ensuring a smooth flow for learners and job seekers

● Maintain situational awareness of program environments and the location of assigned learners at all times

● Utilize de-escalation techniques when needed and redirect learners from behaviors that deviate from Center for People standards

● Communicate with learners to understand their computer-related interests, educational needs, technical proficiency levels, and employment interests

● Provide learners with assistance, aiding in software usage, troubleshooting, and leveraging technology for educational purposes platforms for educational and career advancement

● Act as the primary point of contact for learners encountering technical difficulties, offering immediate assistance or coordinating support

● Ensure a well-organized, clean, welcoming, and professional atmosphere is kept facilitating effective learning and skill-building activities

● Ability to manage time effectively and discipline to work autonomously

● Operate in accordance with all contracts, government regulations, and Center for People policies and procedures

● Exhibit high integrity and ability to set and maintain ethical professional boundaries with program learners

● Other duties as assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL EFFORT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a volunteer to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with recognized disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the volunteer is regularly required to talk and hear, frequently is required to sit, stand, and walk. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus when operating a computer, and working with numbers. Work is primarily in an indoor setting.

OTHER

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

BENEFITS INCLUDE: 

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plan (403b) 

CFP is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.