Fast Facts

The SEIU Education and Support Fund is seeking an Assistant Director of Higher Education and Benefits, responsible for overseeing key benefit programs that support family child care providers. This role includes strategic leadership, team management, and stakeholder engagement while ensuring program accessibility and compliance.

Responsibilities: Lead the planning and execution of benefit programs, manage a team of four, engage with stakeholders for program improvements, and monitor program budgets and effectiveness.

Skills: 5+ years in program leadership, experience with diverse communities, excellent communication, strong analytical skills, and understanding of social justice issues.

Qualifications: Preferred qualifications include advanced education or relevant experience, with a focus on candidates from historically marginalized groups.

Location: Hybrid/work from home in the United States, frequent in-person obligations in California, and less frequent travel throughout the U.S. (2-4 times per year).

Compensation: $85000 - $90000 / Annually

PLEASE NOTE: This is an internal hire. Only current SEIU Education and Support Fund employees who have been employed in their current position for at least one year and are in good standing (employees who are in good standing have not been on a performance improvement plan in the past 60 days) are qualified to apply. No other applications will be reviewed.

**Applications are due Friday, October 3rd by end of day.**

POSITION TITLE: Assistant Director of Higher Education and Benefits

ORGANIZATION: SEIU Education and Support Fund

LOCATION OF POSITION: Hybrid/work from home in the United States, with frequent in-person

Programmatic obligations in California. Additionally, this position will require less frequent travel

throughout the United States, approx. 2-4 times per year. Candidates must be authorized to work

in the United States. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship.

SUGGESTED SALARY RANGE: $85,000 - 90,000 FULL-TIME salaried position with a

competitive benefits package.

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW

An increasing number of Americans – most of whom are women and people of color – are

employed in service sector jobs that are marked by low wages, no health care, job insecurity,

and lack of training and career advancement opportunities. The SEIU Education & Support

Fund tackles these issues by designing and facilitating worker-centered, relationship-based, and

accessible education, training and workforce development programs. We serve as a strategic

partner to the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), and collaborate with other unions,

nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and employers to help workers access good jobs

and spark positive social change. Throughout our work, we promote a culture of empowerment

that honors experience, culture, diversity, and inclusion.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Child Care Providers United Training Fund is a coalition of organizations united by a

shared vision for lifting up the leadership of family child care providers in California, the

majority of whom are women of color and immigrants. Family child care providers, who run

child care businesses out of their homes, represent an essential workforce in California and

are drivers of economic regeneration and community health. Our providers work with the

state to provide subsidized care services for our most underserved families and have a

unique role in leveling the playing field, ensuring that all children, regardless of income,

have access to quality care and education. Our early childhood educators create the

foundation for well-being and academic success for children across the state, positively

shaping our next generation.

All staff members are employees of SEIU Education & Support Fund (ESF). Our Child Care

Providers United (CCPU) Training Fund team members are remotely dispersed across the

state of California.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Assistant Director, Benefits Programs, plays a pivotal role in advancing the CCPU Training

Fund's commitment to supporting family child care providers. This position oversees the strategic

implementation and management of key benefit programs, including Tuition Assistance,

Technology Benefit, Wellness Initiatives, Disaster Relief, and Benefits Orientations. With four

direct reports, the Assistant Director ensures these programs are effectively administered, align

with organizational goals, and meet the evolving needs of our providers

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Leadership & Oversight

● Lead the strategic planning and execution of Tuition Assistance, Technology Benefit,

Wellness, Disaster Relief, and Benefits Orientation programs.

● Ensure programs are accessible, equitable, and responsive to the needs of diverse

family child care providers across California.

● Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate benefits programs with other

organizational initiatives.

Team Management

● Supervise, mentor, and support four direct reports: Managers of Tuition Assistance,

Technology Benefit, Wellness, and Benefits Orientations.

● Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment that encourages professional

growth and innovation.

● Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide ongoing feedback.

Stakeholder Engagement

● Engage with family child care providers to gather feedback and insights to inform

program improvements.

● Represent the Benefits Department in meetings with partners, stakeholders, and

community organizations.

● Develop and maintain relationships with external vendors and service providers to

enhance program offerings.

Operational Excellence

● Monitor program budgets, ensuring fiscal responsibility and alignment with

organizational priorities.

● Implement data-driven approaches to assess program effectiveness and inform

decision-making.

● Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and organizational policies.

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

● 5+ years of experience in a programmatic leadership role.

● 3+ years of demonstrated experience working with internal and external stakeholders.

● 2+ years of experience supervising staff.

● 1+ years of experience developing and monitoring program-level budgets.

● Demonstrated experience developing and implementing new education programs and

initiatives.

● Experience working with diverse communities, including low-income women of color.

● Strong understanding of social and economic justice issues, with knowledge of the union

landscape.

● Excellent communication skills, both internally and externally, with the ability to represent

the organization effectively and convey insights and recommendations to internal teams.

● Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret program data and feedback into

actionable insights

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

● Advanced education or experience in a relevant field

Research shows that qualified talent from historically marginalized groups often self-select out

of applying to positions if they don't meet all the qualifications listed. Consider this description

our best thinking at the moment. Strong candidates may not meet all the requirements but still

have valuable experience and expertise to offer. If you are a dynamic leader with a passion for

social and economic justice, we encourage you to apply!

PAY AND BENEFITS

We offer competitive wages and top-notch benefits, including 100 percent employer-paid

medical, dental, and vision plans for the employee and eligible dependents; a defined benefit

pension plan for retirement; paid holidays, sick leave, and personal days; and 4 weeks of

vacation. We are a hybrid organization with co-located and remote staff. We provide a home

office stipend for employees who telework, and cell phone stipend (or company sponsored cell

phone) for all employees.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

SEIU Education and Support Fund is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people

from all backgrounds to apply, including persons with disabilities and individuals from historically

marginalized identities. SEIU Education and Support Fund celebrates diversity and is committed

to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and to

creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive

consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation,

gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, veteran

status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local

law. SEIU Education and Support Fund’s hiring and employment decisions are based solely on

a person’s merit and qualifications.