Executive Assistant, Office of the President

Executive Assistant, Environment America

The Executive Office of Environment America seeks an Assistant, based in Denver, Colorado. We are looking for a smart, committed, and detail-oriented candidate to join our team to assist the in managing the daily operations of the organization and in long-term planning. This position will also work directly with the leadership of PIRG and The Public Interest Network. 

Environment America is a national network of 30 state environmental groups with one mission — to change our country and our world to be a greener, healthier place. With more than 2 million members and supporters spread across all 50 states, our staff have been working for nearly four decades to promote national, state and local policies that put the earth first. For example, we’ve won policies that have resulted in more solar and wind power in 25 states, passage of the 2020 Great America Outdoors Act, America’s most sweeping conservation law in decades, and better protections for our rivers, streams, lakes and drinking water. We run campaigns that not only raise awareness but win results on the national stage, in states and cities, on the ballot and in the courtroom.  

Environment America is part of The Public Interest Network, which supports and operates more than a dozen nonprofit advocacy groups. At The Public Interest Network, we take a principled, pragmatic approach in our work. We connect big ideas to concrete policy changes that improve the quality of our environment and people’s lives. We’re transpartisan — we want to reach everyone who might agree with us from across the political spectrum. We value dialogue over polarization. We are clear about what our mission is, and we stick to it. We invest in people and strategies that deliver results — we are advocates, lobbyists, campaigners, litigators, policy researchers and grassroots organizers.

Our Executive Assistant helps us make all of this happen. They work closely with the Network’s leadership team to decide and drive priorities, and provide guidance and backup support to our groups.

If our vision for a better world excites you, then we hope you will apply. 

Job Description and Responsibilities

The Executive Assistant will work within the President’s Office of The Public Interest Network and provide operations support to groups nationwide. Representative responsibilities include:

• Staff Support: Ensure that the President, Vice Presidents, and other senior staff have the resources they need to meet deadlines and goals. You will coordinate projects and schedules, create and maintain systems for tracking work, and maintain organizational files and records.
• Communications: Coordinate internal communication between staff including internal email updates, conference calls, and meetings.
• Event Logistics: Environment America and The Public Interest Network hosts a range of events both virtual and in-person each year including staff retreats, campaign activities, trainings and Board meetings. The Executive Assistant is at the forefront of planning and organizing these events. 

Qualifications

Applicants must be goal-driven and sharp, with a track record of exercising independent judgment and discretion to solve problems. Top candidates will be driven by the idea of building a non-profit organization, have an outstanding work ethic, and the maturity to manage confidential and/or sensitive information.  Ideal candidates will have one to three years of experience but we will consider entry level candidates with strong volunteer and campus leadership. Candidates must be able to make a two-year commitment to the position.

Compensation & Benefits

The compensation range for this position is $33,000-$36,000 and depends on relevant experience, education, and location. Environment America offers an excellent benefits package. Our benefits package may include medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents, needs-based student loan assistance, 401(k) plan with employer match, commuter benefit program, paid time off, parental leave and long-term disability insurance. We also offer an excellent training program and opportunities for advancement.

Location

Denver, Colorado

To Apply

To apply, complete our online application https://workforprogress.org/apply-to-work-with-environment-america-today/?id=410

Things to Know When You Apply

Environment America is part of The Public Interest Network, which operates and supports organizations committed to a shared vision of a better world and a strategic approach to social change. Visit https://publicinterestnetwork.org/core-values.html to learn more.

Environment America is an equal opportunity employer.

Apply online at https://workforprogress.org/the-public-interest-network/?id=103&utm_source=Foundation-List-&utm_medium=web-ad&utm_campaign=AME2022&utm_term=410&utm_content=Executive-Assistant,-Office-of-the-President