POSITION SUMMARY:
The American Political Science Association (APSA) seeks a Program Assistant, Congressional Fellowship Program and Teaching & Learning Program to join our team full-time. In this role, the Program Assistant supports the Congressional Fellowship Program (CFP), a highly selective, nonpartisan program for mid-career professionals that sends 30-40 individuals each year to serve placements on Capitol Hill. The Program Assistant primarily provides administrative and logistical support for CFP, including helping with organizing and promoting Congressional Fellowship events and activities for fellows, political scientists, and program alumni. The Program Assistant also provides support to other members of the Teaching & Learning and Professional Development department for their administrative and logistical needs. Strong candidates will have experience working with diverse populations and will provide evidence of being committed to furthering a climate of inclusivity and collaboration.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The examples of essential functions listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position. Duties and responsibilities are also subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Congressional Fellowship Program (75%)
Teaching & Learning Program (25%)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This job description is subject to change at any time. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate and exchange information. The employee frequently is required to remain in a stationary position and constantly operate computer and other office productivity machinery.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:
Report to: Director of the Congressional Fellowship Program (CFP)
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
No supervisory responsibilities
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
Hourly rate: $26.10-$29.15 which equates to approximately $47,500-$53,050 annually with our 35-hour work week.
APSA’s benefits package includes substantial employer contributions towards medical, dental and vision plans for employees, dependents and spouses/domestic partners, disability and life insurance, a 35-hour work week, professional development stipend, public transportation allowance, a 403(b) retirement plan with APSA contributing 10% of your annual salary after a year of service, and generous paid time off policies including paid time off for the week between Christmas and New Years.
FLSA STATUS:
This position is considered non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is therefore eligible for overtime pay.
APSA is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The American Political Science Association (APSA) seeks a Program Assistant, Congressional Fellowship Program and Teaching & Learning Program to join our team full-time. In this role, the Program Assistant supports the Congressional Fellowship Program (CFP), a highly selective, nonpartisan program for mid-career professionals that sends 30-40 individuals each year to serve placements on Capitol Hill. The Program Assistant primarily provides administrative and logistical support for CFP, including helping with organizing and promoting Congressional Fellowship events and activities for fellows, political scientists, and program alumni. The Program Assistant also provides support to other members of the Teaching & Learning and Professional Development department for their administrative and logistical needs. Strong candidates will have experience working with diverse populations and will provide…
APSA’s benefits package includes substantial employer contributions towards medical, dental and vision plans for employees, dependents and spouses/domestic partners, disability and life insurance, a 35-hour work week, professional development stipend, public transportation allowance, a 403(b) retirement plan with APSA contributing 10% of your annual salary after a year of service, and generous paid time off policies including paid time off for the week between Christmas and New Years.
APSA’s benefits package includes substantial employer contributions towards medical, dental and vision plans for employees, dependents and spouses/domestic partners, disability and life insurance, a 35-hour work week, professional development stipend, public transportation allowance, a 403(b) retirement plan with APSA contributing 10% of your annual salary after a year of service, and generous paid time off policies including paid time off for the week between Christmas and New Years.
Please include a resume and cover letter in your application.
Please include a resume and cover letter in your application.