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Job Posting – Associate / Office Manager
If interested, we encourage you to apply directly through LinkedIn.com, or you may also submit a current resume and cover letter to recruiting@cte.tv.
About CTE
The Center for Transportation and the Environment (CTE) is a member-supported 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that develops, promotes, and implements advanced transportation technologies, vehicles, and fuels that reduce environmental pollution and fossil fuel dependency. CTE is a passionate, progressive workplace open to employee-driven ideas and opportunities. CTE is headquartered in Atlanta, GA with offices in Berkeley, CA and St. Paul, MN.
This job opportunity is located in Berkeley, CA.
CTE’s mission is to improve the health of our climate and communities by bringing people together to develop and commercialize clean, efficient, and sustainable transportation technologies. Since 1993, CTE has managed a portfolio of over $3.8 billion in team research, development, and demonstration projects. We’ve helped over 400 US companies move their technologies into the global energy and transportation mainstream. Currently, CTE is heavily involved in the deployment of electric vehicles across the U.S. CTE works closely with vehicle manufacturers, component providers, and fleet operators, including transit agencies and logistics organizations across the country. To learn more about CTE, please visit www.cte.tv
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
CTE is committed to championing inclusivity, diversity, and equity through our pursuit of a zero-emission future. We are motivated by our mission to improve the health of our climate for all people. Our staff seek to create a community where your identity is not only embraced but celebrated. Whatever your race, ethnicity, sexuality, gender, religion, or socioeconomic status may be, we welcome and encourage all individuals to join us in transforming transportation.
Position Summary
This full-time position encompasses two main responsibilities : providing general project support to mid- and senior-level staff as an Associate and serving as the Office Manager for our Berkeley office.
CTE Associates directly support medium and heavy-duty electric vehicle projects. CTE manages battery electric and fuel cell vehicle projects at all stages of the project life cycle including proposal writing, planning, procurement, construction, vehicle design and manufacturing, deployment, and reporting on project performance. Prior experience with zero-emission vehicles is not needed, but attention to detail and the ability to support multiple projects simultaneously are key. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who is able to work independently to overcome obstacles, suggest better approaches, and communicate effectively – verbally, visually, and in writing.
This position will also serve as the Berkeley Office Manager, assisting with general office management and light human resource tasks in support of a 10-person staff. This position will also provide clerical and administrative support to members of our leadership team in Berkeley. Prior experience in human resources is not needed. The ideal candidate is attentive, professional, polite, and willing to meet each challenge directly.
If you are a confident, organized, team player and problem solver interested in the environment and transportation, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
- Support senior- and mid-level managers as part of a project team
- Maintain a strong attention to detail
- Support multiple projects simultaneously, including developing meeting minutes, tracking action items and project tasks, managing schedules and budgets, and developing progress reports
- Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills
- Develop and maintain working relationships with remote clients, partners, and stakeholders
- Get up to speed quickly on zero-emission vehicle technologies and their applications
- Write technical reports and proposals
- Manage a stock of supplies by ordering items, including but not limited to computer hardware, stationary, cleaning products, and food / beverage
- Maintain a neat office environment through routine cleaning and tidying
- Organize the office to maximize space and create intuitive storage systems
- Organize staff events and activities (e.g. lunches, outings, etc.)
- Assist HR with compliance measures, including annual reporting requirements and DOL and OSHA updates
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
If you meet some but not all of the bullet points and think you’d be great for this role, we encourage you to apply.
Salary Range
Benefits Summary
How to Apply
Please apply directly through LinkedIn.com or submit a current resume and cover letter to recruiting@cte.tv.
CTE is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender, gender identification, gender expression, marital status, HIV status, disability, or any other status protected by laws or regulations. All employment decisions are based on business need, qualifications, and merit.
Salary : $65,000 - $77,000