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Tuesday, January 3, 2012

Director of Operations

Posted by: The Agenda Project

New York, New York, United States

The Agenda Project is hiring a full time Director of Operations to work in our New York City offices. The Director of Operations is responsible for ensuring the performance of organizational operations through effective methods and strategies.

Candidates must have relevant experience and be ready to work at the fast-paced metabolism of national politics. A solid grasp of contemporary US politics and a familiarity with the mission of The Agenda Project are each a must.

Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities
-Handling outside vendors such as security, telephone, and tech support companies
-Supervising payroll procedures and liaising with our payroll representative
-Ensuring the organization meets state and federal insurance, workers compensation/unemployment guidelines
-Directing the fiscal year audit, and liaising with outside consultants and agencies
-Keeping track of accounts receivables and accounts payables; all purchases made on all the company credit cards; approving expense reports for employees
-Working closely with our bookkeeper in monitoring financial information and reporting to the President on the financial integrity of the organization
-Organizing recruitment and placement of part-time and full-time staff. Establish part-time work schedules. Delegate tasks and responsibilities. Monitor and evaluate performance
-Implementing organizational policies and procedures; monitoring adherence to rules, regulations and procedures
-Assisting in the development of operational plans for strategic activities

Qualifications
-Bachelors degree a must!
-1-3 years experience
-Knowledge of Quickbooks and other relevant accounting software
-Demonstrable knowledge of and interest in progressive policy issues
-Excellent writing and communication skills
-Critical thinking and relationship-building skills
-Must be highly organized and pay excellent attention to detail
-Must be highly motivated and enjoy working in a fast-paced, idea-driven environment
-Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
-Must be self-motivated and results-oriented

Salary: $45,000 - $55,000 commensurate with experience, health insurance coverage (The Agenda Project pays 100% of premium), 401(k), paid vacation separate from holiday breaks.

To apply, send a resume, cover letter, and references to Ramon K Castillo, Chief of Staff: rcastillo@agendaproject.org with the subject line: "Director of Operations." Emails without a subject line will not be read. Please, no phone calls.

The Agenda Project is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

03 Jan, 2012
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Source: http://www.idealist.org/view/job/bhSPtnNbzfXd/
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