Part-Time Administrative Coordinator

Applications that are incomplete (e.g. missing a resume or a cover letter), or are not emailed directly to Breakthrough as instructed, will not be considered.

Breakthrough is currently seeking to hire an Administrative Coordinator to play an integral role in keeping our rapidly growing organization humming and thriving. We are looking for someone who likes to solve problems, build systems, and create order. You will gain first-hand experience working on everything from the business office to event production to human resources. This role is an hourly, part-time, entry-level position and is based in Washington, D.C.. This position will report directly to the Operations Manager, who is based in Berkeley, CA.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Handling incoming and outgoing mail, which may include picking up/shipping packages of various sizes from nearby ship centers
• Maintaining and creating systems to keep the physical office organized
• Ordering and maintaining office/kitchen supplies and equipment
• Liaising with the building manager and contractors to solve facilities issues
• Managing office technology
• Supporting new employee onboarding
• Assisting with the execution of our Breakthrough’s events, as needed
• Assisting with a potential office move (within D.C.), including scheduling, logistics, IT, and room setup

Schedule and Work Location

This role is an hourly, part-time, entry-level position and is based in Washington, D.C. The Administrative Coordinator will usually work in person during the standard business day at our D.C. office on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, but the role may require shifts to this schedule in response to the needs of the organization. For example, special events may shift the schedule later in the day, or a special project such an office move may require the Administrative Coordinator to work on a business day other than Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

Qualities you should possess:

• Self-starting, resourceful, and organized
• The ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• A proactive problem solver
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Openness to implementing unconventional and innovative ideas
• Willingness to learn

Preferred experience:

• Bachelor's degree
• Some administrative experience a plus
• Google applications (Gmail, Google docs, calendar, etc)
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Compensation and benefits:

• $20/hour
• 20-25 hours per week
• Monthly cell phone reimbursement and commuter benefit

Applying:

• We encourage you to submit materials as soon as possible, as we will interview and hire on a near-term rolling basis.
• To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to jobs[at]. Only complete applications emailed to this address will be considered. In your cover letter, please explain how this part-time schedule could work well for you.
• Please do not submit your application through alternate job sites
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• Your email should state how you heard about this position

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 25 per week

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Washington, DC 20005: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20005

Salary : $20