Washington DC Program Coordinator

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education & Experience:

High school diploma and four years of administrative experience, or combination of education and relevant experience.

Desired Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field of environmental or public policy.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong writing skills and experience producing policy briefs or similar, newsletters, conference summaries, and meeting and event collateral materials.
• Ability to communicate complex technical or scientific data to non-academic audiences.
• Fully competent in use of technology such as video conferencing and webinars (Zoom), Word, Excel, PPT or other presentation software, Mailchimp, Google drive, graphics programs such as Canva, etc.
• Hill or Congressional Relations experience preferred.
• Knowledge of and familiarity with contact management databases.
• Meeting and conference planning experience including handling high-level VIP speakers and participants.
• In-depth knowledge of Congressional and federal government operations and processes.
• Strong team player and ability to build relationships both internal and external to Stanford.
• Experience with travel and other financial reporting systems.
• Social media savvy a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

• Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks.
• Frequently sitting.
• Occasionally stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, use a telephone, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
• Rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel/crawl.

  * - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

This position is hybrid with 3 days on site in the Washington DC Office and 2 days remote. 

WORK STANDARDS:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University’s Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.

Why Stanford is for You

Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

• Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
• A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
• A healthier you. Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
• Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
• Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!

*The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

*Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.