What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Assistant position at Citizens for Responsible Energy Solutions (CRES)?
Scope of Work :
The Executive Assistant is an integral part of CRES’ President’s office, ensuring operational excellence and efficiency. Reporting directly to the Chief of Staff, with a dotted line to the President, this role supports the organization’s leadership team by providing high-level administrative support. The Executive Assistant facilitates cross-departmental coordination, supports the Chief of Staff’s office management, and ensures seamless administrative functions for the President. The ideal candidate brings a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a similar administrative or operational role, demonstrating a proven ability to support organizational leadership and drive efficiency.
Responsibilities :
- Administrative Support for President : Manage the President’s calendar, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements. Ensure seamless communication and prioritization of tasks.
- Administrative Support for Chief of Staff : Assist with scheduling, expense reporting, office and maintaining organizational records as needed.
- Office Management : Maintain a well-stocked office by ordering supplies, ensuring drinks are replenished in the refrigerator, managing water orders, and coordinating team meal orders. Liaise with vendors and building management as needed. Prepare and clean conference rooms for meetings and greet guests upon arrival.
- Administrative Support for Chief of Human Resources : Provide support for recruitment and HR administrative functions, including record-keeping, conducting prescreen process, and scheduling interviews.
- Meeting Coordination : Organize and staff internal meetings, prepare agendas, take minutes, and track follow-ups.
- Event Support : Coordinate logistics for events and briefings, including venue arrangements, materials preparation, and vendor management.
- Cross-Department Collaboration : Provide operational support to various departments (Government Relations, Communications, Policy & Advocacy, and External Relations) to ensure smooth workflow.
- Performs other duties as assigned
Personal and Professional Attributes :
Education and Experience :
Required :
Preferred :
Competitive Benefits
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement :
CRES is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CRES’ policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment and provides equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, or military status, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
How to Apply :
Please include “ Executive Assistant ” in your subject line and send your CV and cover letter to : humanresources@cresenergy.com.
About Our Organization :
Citizens for Responsible Energy Solutions (CRES) is a non-profit organization founded in 2013 to engage Republican policymakers and the public about responsible, conservative solutions to address our nation’s energy, economic and environmental security while increasing America’s competitive edge. This work includes building out robust political and advocacy operations to support Republican clean energy champions in the U.S. House and Senate. In addition to working with Members of Congress and legislative staffs to discuss policy ideas, the CRES team members also collaborate with industry representatives and subject matter experts in their mission to bring Americans together to solve our most pressing issues. CRES policy goals include :
To further its mission, CRES established CRES Forum in 2017 to educate the public and influence the national conversation around clean energy solutions that are actionable, market-friendly and responsible. CRES Forum provides expert information to key decision makers, so they are empowered to act in addition to support annual forums and events, such as National Clean Energy Week, to demonstrate how clean energy policies strengthen the economy, enhance America’s vital national security interests and help to preserve our environment for future generations.
