Policy and Government Relations Administrative Assistant at Children Now

Sacramento, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jan, 26

Salary

65000.0

Posted On

24 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Policy Development, Advocacy, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Project Management, Problem Solving, Attention to Detail, Microsoft Office, Legislative Tracking, Event Coordination, Research Skills, Team Collaboration, Racial Equity, Public Policy, Administrative Support, Flexibility

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description Children Now is a nonpartisan umbrella research, policy development, and advocacy organization dedicated to promoting children's health, education, and well-being in California. Children Now also leads The Children’s Movement of California, a grassroots network of more than 6,000?parent, youth, business, labor, civil rights, faith, and community-based organizations, as well as thousands of individuals, working together to make children a top priority in public policy. Learn more at https://www.childrennow.org/.? Position We are seeking a highly motivated, self-starting and detail-oriented individual to support Children Now’s ongoing policy advancement and advocacy efforts to ensure that all children in California have access to the supports and opportunities they need to thrive, including high quality early learning opportunities, supportive K-12 schools, and high-quality health care, especially mental health supports. Specifically, this position will support the policy teams by helping advance and advocate Children Now’s positions on legislation, budget, and administrative actions. This position will also provide office management and operations support for our Sacramento office. The non-exempt position is based out of the Sacramento office and reports to the Senior Director of Government Relations. Ideal applicant This position is ideal for someone with an interest in children’s policy, who enjoys learning and contributing in a fast-paced environment, and who has a deep commitment to racial equity and Children Now’s mission. The candidate must be flexible, adaptable, and someone who takes initiative and is solutions oriented. The candidate will have exceptional written and oral communication skills and talent in managing multiple tasks efficiently. The position offers an opportunity to a candidate who is interested in learning about policy, advocacy, and coalition-building to improve the well-being of all of California’s children and remove racial and other inequities that limit children’s opportunities to reach their full potential. Primary Responsibilities Support policy and government relations teams in scheduling meetings, virtual and in- person, and conference calls; Assist in scheduling, planning and coordinating policy and legislative briefings and events, including staff events; Hand deliver documents to legislative and administrative offices at the State Capitol as needed; Develop position letters, fact sheets and other documents in support of policy teams; Support legislative bill review and tracking, as well as track legislative budget and policy committee hearings in support of policy teams; Develop and support systems for sharing government relations information and communicating across policy teams; Serve as the government relations and Sacramento office liaison for staff and teams in other offices; Provide general administrative and office management support for our Sacramento-policy and government relations staff; Coordinate and facilitate all administrative tasks needed to ensure the smooth running of the Sacramento office; Work in collaboration with the People and Operations team and Sacramento staff, to plan and organize events, retreats, special meetings, compliance trainings, and other employee engagement activities; Ensure the Sacramento office is in compliance with the organization’s plan and policy; Serve as a member of the safety committee to assist with facilities emergency evacuation plans/procedures; Maintain and update databases and files, and conduct research as needed; and Support the development, finance, Children’s Movement and other teams as needed, and perform other duties as assigned. Compensation: Base pay starting at $55K-$65K annually ($26.44-$31.25/hour) depending on experience. Please also review our generous benefits package. To Apply: Please complete the online application form. All applicants must attach the following as part of their online application: 1) cover letter, 2) resume, 3) and a two-to-three-page writing sample. Please submit attachments in PDF or Microsoft Word format only.? We do not accept phone inquiries regarding the position; please do not call. Position open until filled. Children Now is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to staff diversity. People of color are strongly encouraged to apply. Requirements At least two years of relevant experience with relevant responsibilities in a fast-paced environment, demonstrated outreach skills and ability to engage professionally with an extensive and diverse range of external partners and entities; Proficient and knowledgeable with technology, equipment, and software, specifically in Microsoft Office suite, especially in Microsoft Outlook and Excel and MS Teams as well as familiarity with social media; Highly organized self-starter with demonstrated problem-solving and follow-through ability, and proven success in managing multiple and diverse priorities under pressure; Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in and across teams; High-level efficiency, recall, and attention to detail; Excellent organizational, administrative and project management skills; Superior judgment, confidentiality and discretion; Creativity, a positive attitude, and highly flexible to take on a range of assignments; Ability to be forward-looking and actively seek opportunities and propose solutions; Proficiency in prioritizing conflicting needs, being resourceful, handling matters expeditiously and proactively, and following through on projects to successful completion often with deadline pressures; Ability to learn quickly and a commitment to quality work; An interest in public policy, politics, philanthropy and the range of issues affecting children; Able to work effectively with others in a vibrant, diverse and multicultural environment; Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; and Experience in California legislative policy environment, a plus. Physical Requirements: Ability to lift 15 pounds at a time. Ability to be able to move and rearrange light furniture. Ability to be able to set up office technology by occasionally requiring positioning under desks and dexterity to attach wires and cables.

Responsibilities

Support policy and government relations teams in scheduling meetings and coordinating events. Provide general administrative and office management support for the Sacramento office.