Operations & Project Manager

Georgetown University • Washington, DC

2d • $47,586 - $87,558

About The Position

The Georgetown Center for the Constitution (GCC) at Georgetown Law offers programs on constitutional law and theory, with special emphasis on fidelity to the Constitution’s text. The Operations & Project Manager serves as the Center’s operational backbone, owning daily operations, complex executive scheduling, event logistics, and financial tracking. In partnership with the Program Manager, the role supports the Center’s programs while leading grant management, coordinating external contractors, and potentially spearheading a new artificial intelligence initiative.

The position provides daily workflow direction and task delegation to the Program and Operations Assistant, as well as comprehensive administrative support for Center operations and the Faculty Directors’ classes, academic work, and Center initiatives. The Operations & Project Manager reports directly to the Executive Director and partners strategically with the Faculty Directors. The role regularly interacts with high-profile guests, legal scholars, and university administration. Formal HR supervision remains with the Executive Director.

This is an exempt, managerial-level, full-time position. The salary range stated for the position is $62,000–$65,000; the posting also lists a projected range of $47,586.00–$87,558.13. Georgetown offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a tuition assistance program that provides a 90% tuition benefit for graduate programs after one year of service.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 2–5 years of progressive professional experience in program management, operations, or high-level administrative support.
• Demonstrated experience managing grants, budgets, and external contractors or vendors.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously and delegate effectively.
• Ability to mentor junior staff, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact professionally with high-level faculty, judges, and distinguished guests.
• High proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite, and project management tools.
• Exceptional professionalism and discretion when handling confidential information.
• Strong interest in constitutional law.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree or relevant certifications, such as PMP.
• Experience in an academic, nonprofit, or legal setting.
• Experience leading technology or digital initiatives, such as AI or web development projects.
• Familiarity with financial or grant software, WordPress, and podcast editing.

Responsibilities

• Own the Center’s daily operations.
• Manage complex executive scheduling.
• Coordinate event logistics.
• Track the Center’s finances.
• Oversee grant management.
• Manage external contractors and vendors.
• Potentially lead a new artificial intelligence initiative.
• Provide daily workflow direction and delegate tasks to the Program and Operations Assistant.
• Provide comprehensive administrative support for general Center operations.
• Assist the Faculty Directors with administrative and operational needs related to their classes, academic work, and Center initiatives.
• Manage multiple complex projects and mentor junior staff.
• Interact professionally with high-profile guests, distinguished legal scholars, and university administration.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Retirement savings benefits.
• Tuition assistance, including a 90% tuition benefit for graduate programs after one year of service.
• Work-life balance benefits.
• Employee discounts.
• Voluntary insurance options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager