The Walton Family Foundation (WFF) is seeking a skilled, highly motivated and entrepreneurial individual to join the team as an Assistant to the Executive Director of the Walton Family Foundation in Bentonville, Arkansas. The ideal teammate will have the demonstrated ability to support the efforts of the executive leadership of the Walton Family Foundation.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging 

We are committed to embedding diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization to foster an environment where all associates THRIVE and belong. We do this by creating:

• a culture committed to continuous learning that recognizes and values differences
• an environment of respect and connection to learn from the richness of identities, experiences, and perspectives
• fair access for all to opportunities for growth and advancement

About the Position

You’ll join a top-notch team, providing administrative support and assisting team members with project management.

What you will do

You will be responsible for providing high-level project and administrative support to the Executive Director. This position will coordinate day-to-day activities, manage administrative needs and ensure timely flow of information to and from the Executive Director. You will also facilitate regular and timely communication to leaders, staff and key external relationships, such as the Board of Directors.

Responsibilities

• Organize internal and external meetings, including notifying attendees, reserving conference rooms, handling logistics, drafting and distributing agendas, and taking minutes as needed
• Design and implement a system for timely and accurate information flow to and from the Executive Director
• Coordinate the Executive Director’s scheduling, domestic and international travel, and other administrative needs
• Track, monitor and follow-up on projects and action items that stem from the Executive Director; work closely with members of the executive team to receive regular updates on outstanding items
• Manage key relationships on behalf of the Executive Director, such as the Board of Directors; assist in relationship building - both internally and externally - by maintaining regular communication and timely follow up
• Plan and prepare the Executive Director’s timely internal communications and external correspondence
• Coordinate the preparation of briefing materials for meetings and events; work with the Communications staff to coordinate development and preparation of the Executive Director’s public speeches and remarks; work with Development staff on preparation and travel for meetings and communications with donors
• Manage special projects and draft strategic communications
• Other duties as requested to meet department and organizational needs

Who we are looking for

The ideal candidate must be down-to-earth, organized, service-oriented and a self-starter who enjoys working in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial team environment that is mission-driven, results-driven, and community-oriented. They must exercise critical thinking and good judgment in a variety of situations, learn fast and apply excellent project management skills. They must be willing to roll up their sleeves and “do” in addition to working collaboratively with others.

Qualifications required for your success

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 3+ years experience providing direct senior-level project and administrative support
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrated competence with tracking, coordinating and follow-up of priorities and projects
• Superb professionalism and diplomacy; ability to interact with high-level individuals internally and externally
• Ability to multitask and prioritize a number of projects
• Ability to work long hours, as needed
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time, as needed

Personal attributes that support your success

• Ability to act as a trusted advisor to principals and colleagues while demonstrating expertise and integrity
• You are helpful, a team player, and show respect while collaborating with others
• You are results-oriented and exercise sound judgment in your work
• A lifelong learner, who is inquisitive and solves problems with bold thinking and innovation
• A visionary who plans for the future with imagination and wisdom
• You are dedicated to achieving excellence and working with others to tackle the tasks at hand

Benefits Information* 

Compensation Range: $60 - $80k

Benefits Information: We offer a comprehensive and generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan and paid time off.

*This information is provided to comply with Colorado Law

How To Apply

Applications must include an updated resume and a cover letter that explains how previous experiences have prepared you for this role and why this role in particular aligns with your career goals.

https://waltonfamilyfoundation.applicantharbor.com/jobappstart.php?reqcode=REQ202112714954

All offers of employment are contingent on your successful completion (where permitted by state law) of a confidentiality agreement, background check, credit check, drug screen and verification of being fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Vaccination exemptions as a reasonable accommodation for a qualified disability or sincerely held religious belief can be discussed at the time of an offer. In addition, you will need to provide proper identification verifying your eligibility to work in the United States on your first day of work.

About the Walton Family Foundation

The Walton Family Foundation is, at its core, a family-led foundation. Three generations of the descendants of our founders, Sam and Helen Walton, and their spouses, work together to lead the foundation and create access to opportunity for people and communities. We work in three areas: improving K-12 education, protecting rivers and oceans and the communities they support, and investing in our home region of Northwest Arkansas and the Arkansas-Mississippi Delta. To learn more, visit waltonfamilyfoundation.org and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

The Walton Family Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building and maintaining a culturally diverse workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment of any kind. We encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.