Governance Program Specialist

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Duties and Responsibilities:

Incumbent may perform any combination of the tasks listed below:

• Researches and assists in the development of guidelines and procedures for implementing standing rules governing State Council and Council Committees.
• Provides knowledge-based technical support by monitoring and assisting in the completion of scheduled projects as assigned by the manager.
• Creates database and maintains computer files of chapter governance documents.
• Prepares complex and informed reports and memoranda for the manager based on a strong information base and knowledge of the department's priorities.
• Performs a variety of highly sensitive tasks that include the retrieval and dissemination of information concerning members and leaders.
• Acts as a technical and information resource to the manager while facilitating delivery of the department's programs and services.
• Creates ballot design and formulates coding using software.
• Assists in the processing of release time invoices.
• Provides support to the Elections & Credentials Committee.
• Provides support to the Governance Documents Review Committee.
• Performs other appropriate duties as assigned.

Functions Unique to This Position:

• State Council attendance required (Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
• Supports the Governance Documents Review Committee (weekends)

Qualifications:

• BA or BS Degree.
  Or, AA Degree and two (2) years of relevant experience.
  Or, high school diploma/G.E.D. and five (5) years of relevant experience.
• Extensive knowledge of CTA's organization, its administrative and policy-making bodies, and program delivery structure.
• Ability to function effectively under pressure and while working on multiple projects and/or organizational goals.
• Ability to initiate work and follow through on large complex projects.
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• Ability to analyze work problems and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to write, edit and communicate effectively.
• Proficient word processing skills with minimum keyboarding speed of 55 wpm.
• Proficiency in the use of computer technology and the ability to learn and use the Association’s software programs.
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with fellow employees in a complex interdependent departmental structure.
• Ability to travel as needed.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.

How do I apply?

CTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin or disability.