Director of Operations and Manager of Government Affairs

Hawthorne Lane
Washington, District of Columbia, US
Full-time

As the Director of Operations and Manager of Government Affairs in this association, you are the glue that binds C-level support, operations, HR, and government affairs-related daily and long-term tasks and projects.

You are an extension of the leadership team and key player in facilitating government adjacent related tasks, such as budget oversight, event support, and complex meeting organization on the Hill.

The ideal candidate has a strong interest in politics, understanding of Capitol Hill and high-level operational functions.

If your skills, experience, and qualifications match those in this job overview, do not delay your application.

About the Job :

  • Identify and recommend methods to enhance processes for efficiency, accuracy and costs, including but not limited to internal structure, internship program, employee personnel management, IT resources and support, and communications channels.
  • Support leadership with scheduling, calendar management and administrative creation and finalization of documents, memos, slide decks, etc.

be a resource to others when leadership is out of the office.

  • Manage office workflow and assist with daily operations.
  • Direct point of contact with vendors, maintaining and building strong relationships with outside parties.
  • Execute HR tasks, such as onboarding and offboarding, assist with general questions / resources for benefits, evaluation of performance checks and executing a positive workplace environment.
  • Provide ongoing support, workflow management, and training and development to team members.
  • Conduct research and execute special projects and events, such as holiday events, anniversary celebrations, employee engagement opportunities and ad hoc business processes and procedures.

About the Culture :

  • The association encourages teamwork and respect, and contributes thousands of hours each year to pro bono efforts in the community.
  • A company that highlights the importance of trust among all of their employees.
  • Provides full benefits package including PTO and hybrid schedule.

About You :

  • Experienced. You possess high-level Operations experience, preferably from Capitol Hill or similar environments!
  • Project motivated. You are driven by your check-lists, even though they might change daily, you enjoy no two days the same and auditing processes for best efficiencies.
  • Roll up your sleeves. This is an operational role requiring someone ready to work well with others and in grey areas .
  • Articulate and accurate. It’s essential that you possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Computer savvy. You can enjoy the process of identifying and implementing new software systems.
  • Self-starter. You take the initiative and go the extra mile to move the needle.

Essential to Hawthorne Lane’s success is our ability to attract talent from a range of backgrounds. Our network reflects the diverse community around us, and we believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed.

Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

J-18808-Ljbffr

2 days ago
Related jobs
Promoted
Evolution Parking & Guest Services
Washington, District of Columbia

The Regional Director of Operations will be responsible for overseeing multi-unit operations, a constant focus on team member development, coaching and training while overseeing day to day operations in a fast-paced environment. We operate and manage the parking and front door services and the excep...

Promoted
VirtualVocations
Washington, District of Columbia

A company is looking for a Manager of Accounting Operations to oversee the General Accounting Department and manage financial reporting processes. ...

Promoted
Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc.
Washington, District of Columbia

The Senior Communications Manager & Editor in the Department of Marketing and Communications is a key communications role responsible for developing and delivering communications to stakeholders (CFP® professionals, candidates for certification, education providers, corporate partners and donors...

Promoted
Dreaming Out Loud, Inc.
Washington, District of Columbia

The Director of Operations will play a critical role in overseeing the daily operations of Dreaming Out Loud and ensuring that our mission to improve food security and equitable access to healthy food is effectively implemented. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, the Director of Operation...

Promoted
VirtualVocations
Washington, District of Columbia

A company is looking for a Director, Talent Strategy to lead and elevate recruitment and talent development initiatives. ...

Promoted
Alvarez & Marsal Europe
Washington, District of Columbia

T he salary range for Consultant is $90,000-$140,000 annually, Manager is $125,000-$190,000 annually, Director is $150,000-$225,000 annually, and Senior Director is $175,000-$275,000 annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. O...

Promoted
VirtualVocations
Washington, District of Columbia

A company is looking for a Senior Director of Core Infrastructure Engineering responsible for overseeing core infrastructure functions. ...

Metrea
Washington, District of Columbia

Contribute to the development of investment briefs and memos and participate in the decision-making process used to assess organic and strategic opportunities, with a particular focus on whether the opportunity properly accounts for policy and political trends and dynamics and how to approach engage...

Howard University
Washington, District of Columbia

Reporting to the Assistant Vice President of Marketing, the Director of Marketing and Digital Strategy is responsible for the day-to-day development and strategic implementation of the University’s strategic brand, marketing and digital initiatives. Working knowledge of Google Analytics, Facebook Ad...

National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine
Washington, District of Columbia

Conducts speaking engagements on behalf of the boards and the institution to raise the profile of the boards' past, current, and future work and the mission of the institution, represents program/board at internal and external meetings, and maintains networks of professional relationships with relev...