Leadership Oakland

Position Title: Assistant to the Director

Reports to: Executive Director

Salary: $10-$15 per hour based on skills and experience—approx. 15-22 hrs. per week as needed, flexible scheduling. Candidates must be able to work occasional early mornings, evenings and/or partial weekend when events occur.

Duties: Provide administrative support to the Executive Director in carrying out the work of the organization. Includes general office management; process event registrations and other event prep activities; bookkeeping including invoicing and processing of accounts receivable; data base management for multiple groups such as volunteers, alumni, sponsors, and event participants; correspondence; customer service.   Other occasional and regular duties as needed to fulfill the mission of the organization.

Skills: Candidates should ideally have a minimum of 3-5 years experience in a fast paced office environment involved in duties as described above.  Candidates must be highly organized, possess outstanding written and verbal communication skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; ability to efficiently multi task; ability to maintain composure during periods of high activity; and ability to think creatively in managing and streamlining work processes.  Individuals should have an orientation toward community building, enjoy working with diverse populations and be committed to process and quality improvement in all aspects of their work.

To Apply: Send resume including references and cover letter to: 

Ms. Chris Scharrer, Executive Director
Leadership Oakland
4555 Investment Drive, Suite 302
Troy, MI 48098
Or via email:
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Position open until filled. Interviews will begin in late December 09/early January 2010.

Based in Oakland County, Leadership Oakland is a 501(c) (3) organization with membership and reach throughout Southeast Michigan.

Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson was the featured speaker at this week’s Leadership Oakland Breakfast of Champions event.  While Patterson typically is in the public eye discussing his views on governmental issues, Over 100 participants at the event heard about the personal side of this well known and sometimes controversial leader.  In a candid interview with Leadership Oakland Executive Director, Chris Scharrer, Brooks talked about his years before politics, hurts and losses in his life including the tragic death of his son, and some of his career highlights.  With a catch in his voice Patterson noted, “I have learned that sometimes good can come after even losses that are so hard I still can’t talk about it without getting choked up.”  He then described the origins of the successful Rainbow Connection and The Brooksie-Way Half Marathon.   He also commented on regional and state issues including his belief that Southeast Michigan will benefit from leadership changes that are currently underway in Wayne and Macomb Counties.  As one participant shared following the presentation, “ I have always admired Brooks Patterson as a leader.  Now I appreciate him as a sensitive and caring man.  It makes you feel good to know we have leaders that are genuine.”

Following the interview style presentation, Carla Gribbs, Regional Manager of DTE Energy and President of the Leadership Oakland Board of Directors presented a Distinguished Leadership Award and honorary Leadership Oakland Alumni membership to Patterson.  “We recognize the deep commitment Brooks has for making our communities better places to live and work” stated Gribbs in her comments. This is the first ever Honorary Alumni Membership, and one of only a few Distinguished Leader Awards granted by the organization. Gribbs closed the morning session joking with Patterson that he will get an invoice for his membership dues in the mail.

 For more information about Leadership Oakland or the Breakfast of Champions series please visit www.leadershipoakland.com. 

Established in 1990, Leadership Oakland is a 501 (c)(3) organization focused on business and community leadership development. Leadership Oakland is a member of The Community Leadership Association. The organization provides a nine-month community leadership Cornerstone Program to participants from businesses, organizations and governmental agencies that are selected based on an application process. The organization continues to provide educational and networking opportunities to alumni after graduation from the Cornerstone Program. Leadership Oakland graduates are key business and community leaders serving as catalysts on boards of various organizations throughout the region.

Oakland County Executive, L. Brooks Patterson frequently talks about Emerging Sectors, Bond Ratings, Mainstreet projects and Cobo Hall. But what are the life lessons that have shaped the man that has held the top leadership position in Oakland County for over 16 years? At the first session of Leadership Oakland’s popular “Breakfast of Champions Series,” Patterson will provide the audience with a rare and intimate look at the events and people that have shaped his leadership.

Throughout the year, Leadership Oakland holds breakfast meetings featuring experts on a variety of topics. These breakfast seminars are open to the public and offer the opportunity to hear the latest updates on issues and topics impacting our region. Highlights of the program include:

• Top quality presenters
• Delicious, full breakfast
• Networking
• Learn about Leadership Oakland

“The series features outstanding individuals that are leaders themselves and will both challenge and inspire others to become better leaders personally, professionally and through service to others” stated Carla Gribbs, Regional Manager for DTE and President of the Leadership Oakland Board. “We all can grow in our leadership abilities and our presenters this year bring a rich expertise and depth of wisdom that I am personally looking forward to.”

The first Breakfast of Champions event will be held Tuesday, November 17, 2009, 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m., at the Townsend Hotel, 100 Townsend Street, Birmingham, 48009. The cost is $32 for LO alumni members and $36 for non members and guests and includes a complete breakfast. The public is welcome. Pre‐registration required. To register, contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it at 248.952.6880 ext. 1 or visit http://www.leadershipoakland.com/index.php/breakfast‐of‐champions.

The Leadership Oakland Breakfast of Champions Series is Sponsored by: HAP, BizNet, Corp!, Daimler Financial Services,DTE, and Henry Ford Health System

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Established in 1990, Leadership Oakland is a 501 (c)(3) organization focused on business and community leadership development. Leadership Oakland is a member of The Community Leadership Association. The organization provides a nine-month community leadership Cornerstone Program to participants from businesses, organizations and governmental agencies that are selected based on an application process. The organization continues to provide educational and
networking opportunities to alumni after graduation from the Cornerstone Program. Leadership Oakland graduates are key business and community leaders serving as catalysts on boards of various organizations throughout the region.

Today Leadership Oakland announced the line-up for their popular “Breakfast of Champions” series.  The series is intended for members, guests and the general public and offers a delicious plated breakfast, networking and outstanding speakers.

Kicking off the series November 17, 2009 is Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson who will discuss leadership lessons he has learned throughout his personal and professional life.  On January 19, 2010, Wall Street Journal columnist and co-author of “The Last Lecture” will talk about the leadership lessons he has gleaned from his years of writing about defining moments in people’s lives.  Taking your organization to a higher level through a strengths-based approach will be the theme of the February 17, breakfast featuring authorsand Wayne State Professors, Jacqueline Stavros and Clarence Rivette.  The series will wrap up April 21, 2010 with author and Executive Coach Jacqueline Binkert presenting a proven approach to achieving personal goals and creating your own desired future.

“The series features outstanding individuals that are leaders themselves and will both challenge and inspire others to become better leaders personally, professionally and through service to others” stated Carla Gribbs, Regional Manager for DTE and President of the Leadership Oakland Board. “We all can grow in our leadership abilities and our presenters this year bring a rich expertise and depth of wisdom that I am personally looking forward to.”

Breakfast of Champions reservations may be purchased individually or for a discounted series price.  Complete details and registration information can be found here: http://leadershipoakland.com/index.php/breakfast-of-champions