Operations Manager

About CAC

The Constitutional Accountability Center (CAC) is dedicated to fulfilling the inherently progressive promise of the Constitution’s text, history, and values. As a nonprofit law firm and think tank, we work in our courts, through our government, and with legal scholars to make real the rights and freedoms the Constitution provides for all in America. CAC does principally amicus briefing at the Supreme Court and lower federal courts, and our work spans a wide range of substantive issues.

To make real the promises of our national charter, we must honor and celebrate different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds, and especially the contributions of historically marginalized communities. As an organization, we make every effort to live by these ideals and help create the conditions that will allow all individuals and communities to thrive. CAC is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to the recruitment, development, and retention of talented and diverse staff who believe in true justice and equality for all people.

CAC operates with a hybrid work schedule, with all staff working in the Washington, DC office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

To learn more about the Constitutional Accountability Center, please visit www.theusconstitution.org.

Position Summary

CAC seeks a highly effective, organized, and detail-oriented individual to serve as our Operations Manager. The Operations Manager will be responsible for managing the organization’s day-to-day operations and supporting administrative, human resources, and finance functions.

The Operations Manager’s responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:

Office Management and Systems

• Serve as the point of contact for staff on all office and systems-related needs and work proactively to minimize problems.
• Order office supplies and ensure there is sufficient inventory of supplies in stock.
• Work with the organization’s outside IT consultant to ensure systems and computers run smoothly, and assist staff in resolving technology and computer problems quickly.
• Serve as the primary liaison and coordinate with outside vendors to procure equipment, supplies, and services.

Human Resources

• Support the processes of staff recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and offboarding.
• Work with the organization’s outside payroll service to process payroll.
• Coordinate with benefits providers to manage employee benefits programs.

Finance and Accounting

• Process invoices for payments, prepare check requests, and work with the organization’s external accountants to ensure timely payment of all bills.
• Support the development of the annual budget.
• Assist in the preparation of materials for the annual audit.

Administration

• Plan internal office events and assist in the planning of organizational events.
• Communicate with Board Members to schedule meetings and share materials.
• Maintain proper record-keeping of all documentation following required data retention policies.

The Operations Manager reports to the Chief Operating Officer.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

• At least two years of relevant work experience;
• Excellent attention to detail and demonstrated organizational skills;
• Solid verbal and written communication skills;
• Good judgment and ability to handle sensitive information;
• Experience with QuickBooks Online, Bill.com, and Microsoft Office;
• Ability to be a team player as well as a self-starter; and
• Demonstrated commitment to a progressive vision.

Salary and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $65,000 - $70,000, depending on experience.

CAC provides an excellent benefits package to our staff, including health, dental, and vision insurance, FSA, SmarTrip commuter benefits, a 403(b) match, three weeks of paid vacation, one week of paid sick leave, one week of paid personal leave, and paid leave for federal holidays.

How To Apply

Please submit a cover letter and résumé as one PDF to Keo Xiong at keo@theusconstitution.org.