Operations Manager

Who We Are

The Climate Action Campaign (CAC) is a highly effective and vibrant coalition of national climate, conservation, and progressive groups, state and local partners, and key allies working to protect clean air and promote action to address the climate crisis. The Campaign serves as an important center of gravity and convening body for dozens of organizations working together to drive federal climate policy that is centered on our goal to reduce climate pollution and accelerate the transition to clean energy and a sustainable society that support justice, jobs, improved health, and quality of life for all.

The Climate Action Campaign is based in Washington, D.C., not San Diego, California. Visit us online at: http://www.actonclimate.com/ 

The Role

The Climate Action Campaign is seeking an Operations Manager to join our Operations team. We’re looking for a passionate and dynamic team player who is a self-starter who can juggle multiple deadlines and priorities in support of the Operations team. The person in this role will provide day-to-day financial and operational management, procurement and inventory management, and aid in human resources management. This role requires an excellent sense of prioritization, strategic communication, and discretion. The right candidate has experience in a fast-paced, non-profit, or political setting and is eager to support the continuous improvement and organization where priorities shift regularly.

The Operations Manager will report to the Senior Director of Operations and work collaboratively across the organization. We are a nationwide team working with a wide range of leaders and a cross-sector ecosystem of partner organizations.

Key responsibilities may include:

Operations Management  (50%)

•  Serve as the point of contact for staff questions regarding internal operations relating to communications platforms, subscriptions, and workspace management.
• Work with the finance team to reconcile internal and financial data, including credit card statements, vendor and grantee payments, donor invoices, etc.
• Provide event and logistics support for high-level coalition meetings, retreats, press events, and annual community events
• Serve as point of contact for operations requests and purchases, including office supplies, print materials, and IT equipment. 
• Assist with improving and developing organizational policies and procedures

Human Resources (25%)

• Manage and oversee the Campaign’s hiring, onboarding, and off-boarding processes, including managing job postings, screenings and interviews, and facilitating weekly HR meetings with senior leadership
• Coordinate and support quarterly all-staff meetings, agenda development, and meeting facilitation
• Assist Senior Director with timesheet approvals, coding, and managing leave requests.
• Oversee the campaigns fellowship/internship program

Administrative (25%)

• Occasional calendar management and scheduling for Executive Director and Senior Director of Operations
• Support and manage special operations projects and ad-hoc tasks, such as staff appreciation events, coalition and community events, senior leadership team coordination,
•  Other duties as assigned by the Senior Director or Campaign Director

Who You Are

• 3-6 years of experience in operations/administrative management in a non-profit or political campaign setting
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Advanced skills in Excel 
• Knowledge of Quickbooks or Sage Intact preferred (pulling reports, P&L, expenses, charge accounts, reconciliations, etc..)
• Excellent communication skills and time management with the ability to manage multiple processes at a given time
• Ability to complete a high volume of tasks and projects with little guidance
• Must be organized with strong attention to detail, proofreading skills, and the ability to work independently and within a team framework
• Ability to work effectively as a geographically dispersed team member and communicate with staff at offsite locations. This includes comfort with communicating via phone, Zoom, Slack, etc;
• A demonstrated interest in environmental issues is preferred but not required.
• Desire to grow into a leadership role

Research has shown that women and members of historically marginalized groups often only apply to jobs when they feel they meet 100% of the qualifications. We are committed to creating an equitable, inclusive, and diverse company and we strongly desire applicants with a wide range of experiences and backgrounds: even if you don’t see yourself fully reflected in every qualification listed, we still encourage you to reach out and apply.

The Fine Print

This is a full-time, Exempt position based in Washington, DC. CAC staff work in a hybrid set-up with minimal in-office work (1-2 days a week). The salary range for this position is $75,000- $85,000 and is commensurate based on experience. 

The Climate Action Campaign is proud to offer the following:

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• 401k plan with employer matching
• Monthly Technology Stipend
• Professional development opportunities

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to economic and social justice and do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law. Women, BIPOC, LGBTQ+ people, and members of other historically disenfranchised populations are strongly encouraged to apply.

If you require reasonable accommodations for a disability so that you may participate in the selection process, please email [email protected].