Senior Associate, Operations, U.S. Climate Alliance – Remote | WFH

Salary Range: $74,000 – $84,000

About Us

We are a bipartisan coalition of governors dedicated to securing America’s net-zero future through high-impact climate action. Our organization provides technical, analytical, policy, and capacity assistance to member states, helping them accelerate their climate initiatives. We’ve also cultivated strong relationships with the federal government to create and implement an ambitious, durable national climate framework.

Position Overview

We’re seeking a highly motivated Senior Operations Associate to join our dynamic team. This role is crucial in supporting the efficient and effective management of core organizational functions that are vital to achieving our mission. If you’re a creative, detail-oriented professional with a passion for operations management and collaborative work, this position could be perfect for you!

Location:

This position is based in Washington, DC with a hybrid schedule. We also offer consideration for remote work within the contiguous United States.

Key Responsibilities

• Event Planning and Execution
• Lead the planning and execution of major events, including semiannual meetings, learning labs, press conferences, and more
• Develop event budgets, track spending, and manage expenses
• Oversee invitation distribution and RSVP management
• Create event runs-of-show and coordinate material development
• Serve as the point of contact for day-of event execution
• Manage relationships with vendors and negotiate contracts
• Internship Program Management
• Develop and implement a year-round intern hiring and recruitment plan
• Identify opportunities for interns across departments
• Facilitate intern onboarding and offboarding processes
• Organize professional development opportunities for interns
• Build an alumni engagement strategy
• Team Building and Professional Growth
• Oversee logistics for internal meetings and events, including annual staff retreats
• Plan monthly brown bags focusing on policy priorities and professional growth
• Organize team-building activities and recognition of staff milestones
• Special Projects Management
• Partner with leadership on various special projects, including annual strategic planning
• Develop and document organizational processes and policies

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 3-4 years of relevant work experience, including project management and event planning
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to customer service
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
• Experience with Salesforce, Eventbrite, Zoom, and project management software (preferred)
• Strong collaborative skills and ability to work across teams and time zones
• Discretion in handling sensitive information
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Interest in U.S. climate and clean energy policy issues

Our Values

We pride ourselves on a culture that emphasizes purpose, excellence, empathy, inclusion, and balance. We’re committed to confronting the climate crisis while fostering a positive, supportive work environment where everyone feels valued and encouraged to grow both personally and professionally.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plan with employer match, paid time off, family leave, and various other perks to support your well-being and professional development.

If you’re passionate about climate action and excel in operations management, we’d love to hear from you. Join us in making a real difference in America’s clean energy future!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Employment Type: Full-Time