USO

Area Operations Specialist

USO

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Pabrade • Lithuania

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About the role

  • Deliver area-wide programs, activities and events and assist in their evaluation
  • Develop, document and maintain standard operating procedures, program kits, and program reference manuals
  • Assist in reviewing program and service needs within assigned area and in researching and recommending changes or new programs, activities and events based on results
  • Implement suggested and/or required changes
  • In cooperation with higher level colleagues, develop, improve and maintain working relationships with U.S. Military, local business, and community leadership to support procurement and growth of financial and other in-kind resources necessary for area operations
  • Execute special fundraising events within assigned area
  • Help to develop area-wide public awareness plans that support sustainable growth of sponsorships and other fundraising
  • Coordinate with area media outlets including online, print and broadcast, to inform and ensure coverage of programs and events
  • Monitor programs budget and assist with budget creation
  • Prepare, review and complete budget and expense reports
  • Serve as liaison between internal USO resources, external vendors and donors in order to facilitate prompt problem resolution
  • May lead and mentor Area operations support staff and/or volunteers
  • May be required to operate a USO or personal motor vehicle

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • 2+ years progressively responsible work experience in an administrative, business operations, programs, events or related role
  • Relevant experience in a not-for-profit, military, multicultural and/or global organization preferred
  • Strong interpersonal, customer service and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to interact with USO Leadership, the general public and military audiences at a variety of levels with integrity and professionalism
  • Proficiency using computers and electronics equipment
  • General knowledge of various software, applications, and programs including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite
  • Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment related to controversial and/or culturally sensitive subjects
  • Ability to handle confidential information with tact and poise
  • Must show initiative, self-motivation, and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities
  • Ability to quickly and easily adapt to changing organizational needs
  • Ability to achieve desired results while working collaboratively in a team environment
  • Ability to obtain and maintain proper credentials necessary to access USO Center locations and facilities including but not limited to security, credit and/or background screening, SOFA status, valid drivers license
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a valid United States passport and valid foreign drivers license (in applicable locations/regions)
  • Must be a strong advocate of the USO's mission.
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Hard Skills & Tools
budget managementprogram evaluationevent coordinationfundraisingstandard operating proceduresproblem resolutionproject managementcustomer serviceadministrative supportdata analysis
Soft Skills
interpersonal skillscommunication skillsproblem-solving skillsinitiativeself-motivationattention to detailadaptabilityteam collaborationintegrityprofessionalism
Certifications
high school diplomavalid driver's licensevalid United States passportbackground screeningSOFA status