ASSOCIATE POSITION
The Associate will be responsible for assisting the Corridor Partners team in firm administration and operations, client management, and information technology. The Associate works closely with all members of the Corridor team and reports directly to the Principals of the firm. This position will be based in the DC office.

Duties and Responsibilities
Administration, Strategic Operations and Program Support (70%)

Provide administrative support for Kathleen Welch and Bill Roberts, including scheduling, travel arrangements and expenses. This includes, but is not limited to:
Handling meeting logistics including room reservations, preparing meeting technologies, and catering as required.
Coordinating meeting agendas, briefing materials, and presentations to ensure partners are prepared.
Manage scheduling, agenda development, and other tasks related to internal meetings at the firm.
Supporting the firm’s management and operations systems, including:
Maintaining firm-wide master calendar of deadlines related to work products.
Supporting the implementation of a firm-wide collaboration software tool over the course of 2017.
Managing elements of the firm’s File Sharing system, including filing key documents related to critical projects
Day to day office operations in the Washington, DC office including, but not limited to:
Managing front office operations; including welcoming visitors, answering phone, and directing guests.
Handling any other administrative duties including: maintaining filing systems and office supply inventory, mail collection and distribution, and maintaining the appearance of common-spaces in the office, and other duties as assigned.
Client and Stakeholder Engagement (20%)

Work with key client staff to plan meetings and events
Support senior staff in the development and execution of high priority events that engage Corridor Partners’ clients and stakeholders. This will include managing invite and RSVP lists, developing briefing materials, and other duties as assigned.
Update and maintain the organization’s contacts within Salesforce and elsewhere.
Information Technology and Communications (10%)

Provide support to principals on Corridor’s overall information technology and communications systems.
Work closely with IT and website consultants. This will include management of the firm’s website updates as needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES DESIRED
Exceptional interpersonal skills, including the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Ability to work at a fast pace with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple activities, events, and projects simultaneously.
Short and long-range planning and follow-through skills including the ability to “manage up.”
Demonstrated exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent customer-service skills, detail-oriented and dependable.
Experience developing and managing events.
Grace under pressure.
Experience with Database Management (Salesforce highly preferred), MS Office Suite, especially Word, and PowerPoint is required. Demonstrated proficiency with Excel is required. Experience with online management tools such as Slack and other interfaces would be preferred.
Bachelor’s degree and 2-3 years of work experience required.
Demonstrated interest in climate advocacy and/or politics is a must.
Demonstrated experience booking travel is required.
Some travel may be required.

INQUIRIES AND APPLICATIONS
Applicants should send a detailed letter of application, resume, and three references to corridorjobs@gmail.com with “Associate” in the subject line. Other inquiries can be submitted to the same e-mail address.