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Careers
The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks of the United States of America is one of the oldest and largest fraternal organizations in the country. Since its inception in 1868, the Order of Elks has grown to include nearly 1 million men and women in more than 2,000 communities.
The BPO Elks is committed to the ideals of charity and patriotism. To that end, Elks have now disbursed, over the course of the Order's history, more than $3.6 billion in cash, goods, and services to the nation's youth, its veterans, the disadvantaged and the disabled, and to individuals and groups in support of patriotic and civic programs. Annually the BPO Elks give more than $200 Million in this fashion, and the Order is one of the largest private providers of college scholarships in the nation.
You can work for a dynamic charitable foundation in the heart of Lincoln Park that funds programs that instill integrity in our youth, inspire the pursuit of knowledge and make the community a healthier, safer and better place to live. Come be a part of the Elks quiet network of good deeds!
Company Paid Benefits Include: Medical, Life and AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Employee Assistance Plan, Vacation, Sick Days, Holidays, 401(k). 37.5 hour work week in a casual environment.
Current Openings:
Elks National Foundation
Youth Programs Associate
Work for a dynamic charitable foundation in the heart of Lincoln Park that funds programs that instill integrity in our youth; inspire the pursuit of knowledge; and make the community a healthier, safer and better place to live.
We have an opening for a Youth Programs Associate at our headquarters location in Chicago, Illinois. The Youth Programs Associate is responsible for coordinating and promoting all aspects of the Foundation’s youth programs, especially the national Hoop Shoot free throw contest; serving as a liaison to youth program constituents and local chapters; participating in program evaluation research and reporting; and assisting with other Foundation-funded programs. Responsibilities primarily include: program implementation and oversight; program planning; writing for various internal publications; maintaining program web pages; and database management.
Qualified candidates must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree and three years experience, preferably in a nonprofit setting working with exposure to event planning; strong communication, organizational and computer skills; the ability to work both independently as well as part of a team; ability to manage multiple projects; and be proficient in Microsoft Office suite, especially Access. Some travel is required.
Please upload a resume and cover letter with salary expectations in one document. Accepted file formats are: .doc, .docx, .rtf, and .pdf. The application process includes completing two pre-employment tests. Please allow approximately 35 minutes of time when applying.
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No phone calls, please.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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