Full-Time Operations Associate
About 2Revolutions
Founded in 2008, 2Revolutions (2Rev) is a professional learning organization dedicated to creating the conditions for systemic change in education. Our work focuses on parallel pedagogies, where educators experience learner-centered approaches, and communities of practice that foster collaboration and continuous growth. By supporting systems to evolve and adapt, we help build sustainable, learner-centered environments for all students.
About the Position
We’re looking for a creative self-starter located anywhere in the United States who has experience within the education sector to join our team of passionate change-makers. Strong candidates will have an interest and passion in diversity, equity, and inclusion, exceptional attention to detail, demonstrated success in project management, the ability to thrive in the face of ambiguity, and a belief in our ability to collaboratively build learner-centered and equitable schools and systems that better prepares today’s students for success tomorrow.
This position will provide operational support for 2Rev programming. This will look like supporting both K-12 Communities of Practice and Higher Education programming with colleges and universities. As such, we will need someone who loves technology, learning new platforms, communicating with internal and external partners, and seeing the whole system (and all its moving parts!) together. We are looking for someone who has the interest and drive to grow into more senior positions within the organization over time.
About the Role
Administrative and Operations Support: 60%
Scheduling/calendar management at large and small scales across multiple projects
Revising and editing existing content (deliverables) based on feedback
Supporting content development projects by creating project tools to keep things organized, as well as communication and accountability tools to keep teammates on track
Using cloud-based collaboration tools such as Google Workspace, Calendly, Zoom, and Slack
Using Google Sheets functions for calculations and planning logistics
Drafting communication (emails, one-pagers, slides, etc) to be used in large-scale projects and with external partners
Planning events for in-person and virtual design events, including navigating scheduling, booking, tracking progress/completion of tasks, and virtual event management. Google Calendar, Zoom, and Calendly experience are helpful.
Creating, managing, and tracking project-specific budgets (using budgeting tools and systems such as Expensify, tracking project codes for accuracy, etc)
Managing and tracking proprietary information as well as copyright permissions across multiple projects
[Not required, but nice to have] Comfortability using Canva to design visuals to support communications
Data Analysis & Quality Management- 30%
Collecting data (typically gathered through Google Forms or observations) to assess the impact of our work
Visualizing and analyzing data within Google Sheets via use of formulas and creating charts, and graphs
Reviewing multiple deliverables, comparing for quality, and providing feedback and revisions to improve the quality of those deliverables
Managing and tracking the next steps within a project management tool
Research- 10%
Aggregating resources on a given topic for learning design products
Adding value by finding resources, creating project plans or management tools, and otherwise supporting research-driven projects
Desired Competencies
Mission-driven & Growth Mindset: You are driven by a passion to radically improve the experiences of students and educators; you consistently demonstrate a desire to learn and grow, and you view mutual feedback as a gift.
Entrepreneurial Orientation: You are a self-starter with a high degree of comfort with ambiguity and frequent iteration; you’re excited by tackling complex problems without clear solutions and prefer learning by doing. You’re comfortable in a virtual team environment.
Equity Orientation: You are willing to lean into discomfort and engage in challenging conversations to better understand yourself and others in the context of historical and present-day inequities.
Project Leadership: You are able to and are comfortable with supporting multiple projects and managing numerous tasks, with top-notch project management and organization skills, lightning-fast reaction times, and meticulous attention to detail.
Effective Communicator: A clear and effective communicator (both written and verbal), you’re exceptional at sharing, translating, and directing information to teams and clients in a virtual work environment.
Dynamic Collaborator: You’re an enthusiastic collaborator and a positive team player, and you have a willingness to “do what it takes” in support of the collective effort.
Notes on Work Environment
This team is fully remote, so you would be working across time zones and from a home office.
Some travel is required of all team members to meet the needs of the organization. You can expect to travel 2-3x per year for team retreats and stepbacks, in addition to travel to support work on the ground, which varies based on the needs of specific projects.
Applicants should be able to sit, talk, and listen continuously for up to 8 hours per day.
This role requires fine motor skills, such as typing for up to 4 hours continuously.
Compensation & How to Apply
We are a competency-based learning organization that believes that motivated people who are committed to the future of education with varying levels of education and experience can demonstrate competency in the work outlined above. As such, you will note that there is not a required number of years or education level listed here. We encourage all who find the role profile and compensation package to feel right to apply.
We offer competitive compensation commensurate with experience ($45,000-65,000), a generous benefits package, and the potential for a performance bonus annually.
Please submit a resume, cover letter, and a brief writing sample that is reflective of some of the knowledge, skills, and dispositions identified above to: https://bit.ly/2RevOA24
Please contact jobs@2revolutions.net if you have any questions (applications will not be accepted through email).
Select applicants will be interviewed. Due to the volume of applicants, we cannot guarantee a response to all interested candidates.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis with priority given to applications received by November 4, 2024.
2Revolutions is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and is committed to diversity in the workplace by maintaining a staff that represents the voices of the communities we serve. People of color and/or bilingual/bicultural individuals are encouraged to apply.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are often reluctant to submit a job application unless they meet all qualifications—we encourage applicants who may not meet 100 percent of the position qualifications to apply anyway.