The LAOB Executive Assistant role is an exciting opportunity to be a backbone support for work impacting housing opportunity and access in Vermont. This position will support all the staff, including the Co-Directors by holding the core administrative functions of the organization. These core functions include board coordination, communication support, event logistics and planning, and financial administration. The Executive Assistant will also ensure the physical office space is organized to create a productive working environment.
Our Team- The Land Access and Opportunity Board hired its first staff, Co-Directors Jean Myung Hamilton and Ornella Matta-Figueroa, in 2024. It’s an independent state board tasked with improving housing and land access for all marginalized populations. See sunrise report here and the law as written here.
The LAOB (Land Access and Opportunity Board) is a growing organization. This is a new role and would work well for someone excited to help develop and maintain internal organization systems and processes.
Primary Responsibilities of this position include: Board Support - Ensuring compliance with Vermont's Open Meeting Law and providing administrative and communication assistance to the board; Staff Administrative Support - Handling financial tasks, event logistics, communications, and maintaining organizational systems for LAOB staff; and Office Coordination - Managing office equipment, supplies, and mail.
Qualifications:
Committed to supporting LAOB’s mission
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to read and discern written errors on paper and electronic documents
Proficient with Microsoft Office Software and aptitude for learning new software and technology
Ability to adapt, create, and thrive within highly changing conditions
Proven attention to detail
Highly organized file management skills to maintain organized records and documents
Ability to sense and support team needs
Bonus Qualifications
Understanding of and connections to Vermont communities and systems or experience working in other rural communities
Experience with social media communications and posting
Ability to travel and support events across the state
Work Conditions: This position requires the ability to work at a computer for 8 hours per day. Also requires frequent communication with others, including hearing and speaking clearly with adults. 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Compensation $67,000 - $72,000 commensurate with experience. Excellent comprehensive benefits package including generous health care plan, dental and vision coverage, Life Insurance, Long and Short-term disability insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, Employee Assistance Program, and more.
Apply VHCB/LAOB 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, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category legally protected by federal or state law. VHCB encourages applications from all individuals who will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the organization.
To apply, please send your cover letter and resume to [email protected].
Position open until July 3, 2025