Operations Associate

PowerLines•Washington, DC

43d•$60,000 - $75,000

About The Position

PowerLines is seeking a full-time Operations Associate to support core operational workstreams. The ideal candidate will be a scrappy team player who takes initiative, is detail-oriented and organized, and brings a “get stuff done” mentality. This person should also be eager to wear multiple hats, manage multiple high-impact workstreams, and maintain adaptability in a dynamic, high-velocity startup environment. This role will also require creative problem solving and an ability to operate in uncertain and ambiguous environments. PowerLines is a rapidly growing, early-stage startup nonprofit organization. Every day at PowerLines looks different. This person will be expected to move fast, tackle problems, and keep the trains running. The Operations Associate will have the opportunity to help build organizational infrastructure at a pivotal juncture, have a front row seat to an organization during an exciting period of growth, and contribute outsized impact in an underaddressed and dynamic problem space. As an early member of the PowerLines team, and its first full-time operations hire, this person will play a critical role in shaping the trajectory of PowerLines’ work, including its team, culture, and organizational infrastructure. PowerLines is headquartered in Washington, DC. There is a strong preference for the Operations Associate to be based in Washington, DC. The Operations Associate will report to the Founder and Executive Director. The ideal candidate for this role will be a team player who has a high degree of attention to detail, is able to juggle competing priorities and wear many hats, and take initiative and solve problems. As PowerLines is an early-stage startup nonprofit organization, an ability to proactively identify opportunities, operate nimbly in a dynamic startup environment, and maintain deep passion for PowerLines’ mission is critical to success.

Nice To Haves

0-3 years of experience in operations, project management, or a related field, preferably in a nonprofit, advocacy, or startup setting
A “get stuff done” and “whatever it takes” mentality to deliver success
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, as well as an ability to multitask and prioritize high-volume, high-priority initiatives
Capacity to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic, and uncertain environments, including an ability to identify priorities and function independently
A passion for PowerLines’ mission

Responsibilities

Maintain shared team Google Drive folder and ensure documents are properly organized
Support processing of reimbursements, receipts, and other expenses
Lead preparation for weekly team meetings, including developing of agendas, notetaking
Provide operational support to PowerLines projects and teams as needed
Lead preparation for weekly team close-outs and recaps
Support drafting of role descriptions for new hires
Support onboarding of new team members
Support scheduling for Executive Director
Support tracking of key contacts that Executive Director makes during external engagements and coordinate follow up
Work with Executive Director on a regular basis to ensure that priorities and key tasks are completed
Be several steps ahead of the Executive Director and anticipate challenges and opportunities for the organization
Support building of organizational and team culture, including planning for team retreats, happy hours, and other team building events
Support professional development opportunities for PowerLines team members
Oversee fellowship and internship program
Ensure PowerLines office space is well-maintained and conducive for team success
Support research of funder prospects
Support writing and development of grant proposals
Identify and track metrics of impact and success
Support development of annual PowerLines impact report
Support planning and execution of logistics for events and convenings
Coordinate travel and logistics for PowerLines team retreats and events