EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

At United Way of Mat-Su, we’re committed to creating a stronger, healthier community right here in the Mat-Su Valley. Every dollar we raise stays local, directly supporting programs and initiatives that address our community’s most pressing challenges. By partnering with individuals, businesses, and organizations, we’re able to tackle issues like education, financial stability, and health, giving every resident the opportunity to thrive.

We focus on collaboration and innovation to drive meaningful change. By connecting resources to real needs and supporting organizations that provide vital services, we empower our community to grow and succeed. From improving access to essential programs to fostering connections among neighbors, we’re committed to making the Mat-Su Valley a place where everyone has a chance to flourish.

Our work focuses on strategies to create opportunities for everyone in our community to live a better life. We are moving people from poverty to possibility, helping kids be all that they can be, and building strong and healthy communities.

Join us in advancing the common good and creating lasting change in our community. When we work together, we can move mountains—because the strength of the Mat-Su Valley lies in the power of its people.

Executive Assistant

Responsibilities:

1. Outreach, Marketing & Communications
• Manage and implement strategic communications plan.
• Content Creation & Management: implement effective and engaging communication required for outreach, engagement, mobilization, and impact. (Social media, website updates, live streams, print marketing, e communications)
• Increase visibility and knowledge of the organization, its programs, and initiatives.
• Participate in outreach activities such as community meetings, health fairs, resource fairs, community events, etc. Attend outreach events on behalf of United Way of Mat-Su independently when needed.

2. Program and Event Support
• Provide support for UWMS programs, initiatives, and events including the Stuff the Bus, Week of Caring, trails and parks projects, Play 60, Homeless Connect and UW fundraiser events when needed.
• Assist in maintenance of Mat-Su Resource Guide and Pocket Guide.
• Maintain office equipment, mail, supplies, office records, retention schedule, and other duties as assigned.
• Maintain general inquiry email inbox and voicemails. Answer community resource assistance inquiries.

3. Volunteer and Donor Stewardship
• Build and maintain relationships with supporters, community partners, and volunteers. Provide support for community giving, corporate and individual engagement, special event fundraising, and grants.
• Provide support for data entry, processing donor pledges, and updating donor software platform as needed.
• Assist in donor/community partner correspondence and prepare and monitor donor activities (i.e., thank you calls, newsletters, events, deposits, advocacy issues, etc.).
• Work independently with volunteers when needed, such as during Week of Caring or Parks and Playgrounds projects.

Talents & Expectations:

The Executive Assistant must have:

• Strategic thinking, problem solving, teamwork, assertiveness, enthusiasm, creativity, and integrity.
• Commitment and passion for our community.
• Outgoing, engaged, and genuine in building authentic relationships.
• Familiarity with the Mat-Su community and a desire to work with and for the common good of the public.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills; Ability to prioritize daily and weekly workloads. Self-sufficiency and initiative.
• Comfort with public speaking and media appearances.
• Digital, media, and tech savvy. Social media management and marketing experience preferred.
• Reliable personal vehicle and ability to travel to various areas of the Mat-Su. Mileage reimbursement is offered.

This is a part-time (approximately 20-30 hours per week) non-exempt hourly position with paid holidays and paid time off. This position reports to the United Way of Mat-Su Executive Director. Office location is in Palmer.

Pay: $19 – $24 per hour, DOE

To Apply: Email a cover letter and resume to sallen@unitedwaymatsu.org

Application Deadline: July 11, 2025