Location: Seattle,WA, USA
Position Open Until Filled
Do you have the following skills, experience and drive to succeed in this role Find out below.First Review of Applicants Scheduled for August 15, 2024
The ACLU of Washington (ACLU-WA) advances liberty and justice in the courts, in the legislatures, in the streets, and at the ballot box. Our work is rooted in belief in a future where everyone in Washington, particularly those who have been historically and systematically denied full enjoyment of their promised civil rights and liberties, are finally free to do so without barriers. Defending and advancing these fundamental rights and core values relies on the contributions of exceptional staff.
We are pleased to invite applications for a full-time People Services Associate (PSA). The PSA will contribute internal administrative support such as team and office project management, and facilities coordination to the goals and mission of the ACLU-WA by ensuring staff have the tools and resources they need to do their job while making sure the work environment is welcoming and inclusive. The PSA position reports to the Deputy Director and is a member of the People Services Group (PSG). People Services is the backbone of the organization, working to support our staff with the understanding that advancing racial justice starts internally through the vendors we select, the policies we create, and the culture we build.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESOffice SupportSeattle, Washington
CLASSIFICATION:This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. The ACLU-WA reserves the right to change the content of this posting at any time without advance notice. This position is approved up to one (1) fulltime equivalent (FTE) and is “non-exempt” under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
MENTAL DEMAND:The nature of this work can be emotionally demanding and requires thoughtful and clear communication and resilience.
WORKING CONDITIONS:This position requires maintaining some physical file records and word processing and is expected to observe an in-person hybrid workstyle. This position is required to work in the office a minimum of two (2) days per week.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:The ACLU-WA observes a hybrid workstyle, with some staff working primarily remotely while others work in the office several days a week. Our office is generally open between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. and is located in downtown Seattle. The physical demands and work environment described below represent those required and encountered by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
TOTAL COMPENSATION:The ACLU-WA seeks to provide equitable and competitive compensation for attracting and retaining staff with the skill, judgment, and perseverance to confront challenges to civil rights and civil liberties and build a state where all people live with dignity and equity, enjoying freedoms unimpeded by racial and economic injustice and other forms of oppression. We provide a mix of compensation for staff that is intended to address today's needs and allow planning for tomorrow and into retirement. As such, the ACLU-WA has adopted a salary scale for measuring how to best compensate its employees. The salary for this position is $60,180 to $74,120. A range indicates the intention to accommodate those with varying years of relevant experience, as determined by the salary scale. Non-exempt employees observe a 35-hour work week with a 1-hour lunch break.
Generous benefits include three weeks of vacation, thirteen sick days with an additional ten days given in 2024, fifteen holidays, employer-paid professional development, fully paid employee medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance, an employer contributed retirement plan, student loan reimbursement, family care and adoption assistance, life insurance, and an ORCA card, the regional transportation pass.
ACLU-WA provides laptops, home office supplies, certain equipment, and technology support. You will need an effective Wi-Fi connection and a way to communicate by phone. This position is eligible for either a work phone or phone stipend, as well as an additional $150 stipend each month to help cover any additional costs while working from home.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:To apply, please submit a cover letter, résumé, three (3) professional references and responses to supplemental questions on our online job portal. In your cover letter, please explain the ways in which you satisfy the skills and qualifications specified above. We also invite you to include in your cover letter information about how your background and/or experience could contribute to the diversity, cultural vitality, and perspective of our staff and advocacy work.
REFERENCES:Please submit with your application three (3) professional references who can provide feedback about and have direct knowledge of your work experience. Note that there may be outreach to other references that fall outside of your designated list. We will extend a conditional offer of employment is extended before conducting reference checks.
HIRING TIMELINE:This position is open until filled with the first review of candidate applications scheduled for August 15, 2024. We will schedule interviews with qualified candidates after the first review of candidates.
The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, socio-economic circumstance, or record of arrest or conviction. We do not conduct criminal background checks on our candidates. People of color, women, LGBTQ people, and people with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.
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