The primary goal of this position is to assist and support the administration and marketing functions of Disability Lead’s programs.
About Disability Lead
Disability Lead is a network of people with disabilities who use our power to create an equitable and inclusive society. Our vision is that people with disabilities will lead with power and influence for full participation and equal opportunity as a vital part of the civic fabric in the Chicago region. And our mission is to increase civic engagement and diverse leadership in the Chicago region by developing and building a network of leaders with disabilities — consistent with the spirit of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Alongside our Network, we lead with our disability identity to pursue our vision with a voracious belief that creating a more equitable and inclusive society matters and is an obligation of everyone. We believe our disabilities are an asset and that we are most powerful when we are represented by an intersectional voice. We believe our leaders will change the world by delivering disability justice. And our leaders can and will create solutions for our most intractable social problems because they are inherently disability issues.
To feel engaged, connected, and empowered to make a difference, we know our employees must feel valued. We strive to build a culture where inclusion is a reflex, not a nice idea. This includes providing accommodations through every phase including application, hiring, onboarding, and working day to day. We strive to create a place where employees can come and feel a deep sense of pride, passion and belonging that transcends any role and is unified in our shared commitment to supporting new leaders and improving our region’s civic life. We hold to be self-evident that creating a space where different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds can come together to build something new, that we can create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers results as unique as our program (the only one of its kind in the nation).
Disability Lead seeks someone with a passion for learning about all aspects of non-profit administration, with a special focus on Marketing. The Programs Coordinator will assist in the execution of Disability Lead programs and will plan and implement digital communications, support relationships with our Network and year-round recruitment efforts, and support administrative functions for the organization. This position is a full-time salaried position. This position reports to the Director of Civic Engagement and Marketing and works closely with all team members at Disability Lead.
NOTE: This is a remote work position; however, in-person work is required as needed. Disability Lead programs are currently based remotely, with occasional events and meetings in Chicago, IL. Disability Lead provides employees with equipment that is essential to their job duties, like laptops, headsets, monitors, and docking stations. In addition, and as budget allows, Disability Lead will provide a stipend to help cover the costs of telecommunications (internet, phone, etc).
Marketing and Communications (50% of the expected time)
Program Administrative Support (50% of the expected time)
Disability Lead offers a competitive salary and benefits package that meets industry standards. The pay range is $50,000-$55,000 annually. Pay is commensurate with knowledge and experience.
Disability Lead follows a flexible remote schedule to reflect the needs of our employees. Unlimited flex time is available for healthcare needs and does not count toward vacation, sick, or other personal days off. Benefits include health insurance that is largely organization-supported, free vision and dental insurance, paid vacation, personal days, and sick days. Disability Lead provides a Simple IRA with up to 3% matching should employees contribute. All employees of Disability Lead are encouraged to pursue educational and professional development goals. Disability Lead may provide financial support, time off, or flextime for development opportunities.
It is the policy of Disability Lead to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants to employment. Disability Lead prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, and age, physical and mental disabilities, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, order of protection status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local laws.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position has been filled.
Applications must include the below materials to be considered. Please include your full name in the subject line of the email.
Interested individuals must submit the following materials to application@disabilitylead.org:
For questions regarding this announcement, or to request accommodations to participate in the application process, please contact application@disabilitylead.org.
Disability Lead is a network of people with disabilities who use our power to create an equitable and inclusive society. Our vision is that people with disabilities will lead with power and influence for full participation and equal opportunity as a vital part of the civic fabric in the Chicago region. And our mission is to increase civic engagement and diverse leadership in the Chicago region by developing and building a network of leaders with disabilities — consistent with the spirit of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Alongside our Network, we lead with our disability identity to pursue our vision with a voracious belief that creating a more equitable and inclusive society matters and is an obligation of everyone. We believe our disabilities are an asset and that we are most powerful when we are represented by an intersectional voice. We believe our leaders will change the world by delivering disability justice. And our leaders can and will create solutions for our most intractable social problems because they are inherently disability issues.
To feel engaged, connected, and empowered to make a difference, we know our employees must feel valued. We strive to build a culture where inclusion is a reflex, not a nice idea. This includes providing accommodations through every phase including application, hiring, onboarding, and working day to day. We strive to create a place where employees can come and feel a deep sense of pride, passion and belonging that transcends any role and is unified in our shared commitment to supporting new leaders and improving our region’s civic life. We hold to be self-evident that creating a space where different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds can come together to build something new, that we can create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers results as unique as our program (the only one of its kind in the nation).
As a brand new position, Disability Lead is seeking an experienced non-profit leader who is passionate about creating and implementing innovative programs around leadership and civic engagement. This position would be well-served by someone who is curious with a deeply creative spirit, enjoys both the fine details and the big picture, and is an independent thinker who works well on a small collaborative team and thrives in a remote startup environment, building innovative programs. The ideal candidate is fluent – or has the desire to become fluent -in designing and implementing fully accessible virtual and in-person programs for cross-disability audiences.
NOTE: This is a remote work position; however, in-person work is required as needed. Disability Lead programs are currently based remotely, with occasional events and meetings in Chicago, IL. If the candidate is based outside the Chicago region, Disability Lead will support travel. Disability Lead provides employees with equipment that is essential to their job duties, like laptops, headsets, monitors, docking stations. In addition, and as budget allows, Disability Lead will provide a stipend to help cover the costs of telecommunications (internet, phone, etc.).
The Education and Learning Services Manager leads the planning and administration for Disability Lead programs and activities related to disability leadership and civic engagement. Responsibilities include planning, event design and execution, research, and community engagement for both established and new programs. This position also serves as an external ambassador for these programs and Disability Lead.
Disability Lead offers a competitive salary and benefits package that meets industry standards. This is a full-time position with an annual pay range of $65,000-75,000.Pay is commensurate with knowledge and experience, and opportunity exists for career growth.
Disability Lead follows a flexible remote schedule to reflect the needs of our employees. Unlimited flex time is available for healthcare needs and does not count toward vacation, sick, or other personal days off. Benefits include health insurance that is largely organization-supported, free vision and dental insurance, paid vacation, personal days, and sick days. Disability Lead provides a Simple IRA with up to 3% matching should employees contribute. All employees of Disability Lead are encouraged to pursue educational and professional development goals. Disability Lead may provide financial support, time off, or flextime for development opportunities.
It is the policy of Disability Lead to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants to employment. Disability Lead prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, and age, physical and mental disabilities, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, order of protection status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local laws.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position has been filled.
Applications must include the below materials to be considered. Please include your full name in the subject line of the email.
Interested individuals must submit the following materials to application@disabilitylead.org:
For questions regarding this announcement, or to request accommodations to participate in the application process, please contact application@disabilitylead.org.