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Apply today to become a Close Up Civic Program Instructor and embark on a fascinating experience of engaging youth in the political process, breaking down the barriers of polarization, and nurturing your own career and talents.

Position Overview | Responsible for registering participants, providing excellent customer service, assigning room numbers, computer data entry, printing reports, and communicating efficiently and effectively with Close Up Program Leaders. Scheduled work hours vary but usually last the entire day and are generally on weekends.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Greets the participants in a friendly manner.
• Distributes participant nametags, schedules, and Close Up memorabilia.
• Works together with Concierge staff to ensure all participants feel welcome by demonstrating excellent customer service skills.
• Coordinates with the hotel front desk and distributes room keys to participants in an orderly fashion.
• Inputs information into Close Up’s database system to be printed and distributed to the Close Up program staff, Night Monitors and hotel front desk employees.
• Communicates any problems or concerns to the Close Up program staff at the hotel.
• Submits an accurate timesheet each week.
• Arrives promptly at hotel with correct uniform and ID badge.
• Travel to their assigned Close Up hotel.

Minimum Qualifications

• Authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer without sponsorship.
• Willing to undergo a background check in accordance with local law/regulations.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination as required by company policy.

This position is part-time, part-year (seasonal). The current contract period is from March 6 – June 30, 2022. The hourly rate is $13.50 and is non-exempt from OT.

If you are excited about the prospect of becoming a part of Close Up, a nonprofit that has impacted more than 900,000 students over 50 years, we welcome you to apply and submit your resume here.

No phone calls or recruiters, please.

Close Up Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Position Overview | Responsible for assisting the Senior Night Monitor in maintaining safety and decorum of participants, who are staying at designated Close Up hotels. Scheduled work hours are between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM, unless otherwise stated.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Assists the Senior Night Monitor and program staff in maintaining decorum by patrolling and monitoring student lounges, hallways, lobby, stairwells and hotel environs as required.
• Performs nightly student room checks.
• Monitors student adherence to Close Up rules and policies.
• Reports any problems, concerns and/or emergencies immediately to the Senior Night Monitor.
• Submits an accurate timesheet online biweekly.
• Arrives promptly at hotel with correct uniform and ID badge.
• May include other duties as assigned by Program Services Manager.

 Minimum Qualifications

• Authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer without sponsorship.
• Willing to undergo a background check in accordance with local law/regulations.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination as required by company policy.

This position is part-time, part-year (seasonal). The current contract period is from March 6 – June 30, 2022. The hourly rate is $13.50 and is non-exempt from OT.

If you are excited about the prospect of becoming a part of Close Up, a nonprofit that has impacted more than 900,000 students over 50 years, we welcome you to apply and submit your resume here.

No phone calls or recruiters, please.

Close Up Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Company Overview │ Close Up is a nonprofit, nonpartisan, civic education organization that aims to inform, inspire, and empower young people to become active participants in our democracy. We believe a strong democracy requires engagement by all citizens. Therefore, we seek to reach youth from all communities and all backgrounds, regardless of race, religion, gender, socioeconomic level, or academic standing. Since 1971, we have served nearly one million students and educators through experiential programs in our nation’s capital and in local communities, virtual after-school and summer programs, professional development for educators, and curriculum and resource design.

Position Overview │ The partnerships, and communications coordinator is part of the External Affairs team, providing critical support for Close Up’s mission to reach middle school and high school students from all backgrounds and provide them with meaningful civic education experiences. This person builds positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and actively works with the Foundation’s strategic and philanthropic partners to plan, monitor, and evaluate funded programs, ensuring their successful implementation, effectiveness, and stewardship. This individual also supports Close Up’s communications efforts by assisting with the writing and editing of external newsletters, marketing materials, and policy-based educational materials for students.

This position is based in the Washington, DC, metro area.

Responsibilities

• Proactively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, both in-person and via phone and virtual meetings. Coordinate project logistics, conduct relevant research, and organize and maintain project-related files alongside the manager of partnerships.
• Monitor and evaluate implementation via Zoom, providing technical assistance to instructors as needed.
• Produce error-free written communications (emails, reports, presentations) to partners and other stakeholders with regard to project logistics and implementation.
• Monitor deadlines for required deliverables to achieve project/program goals on time.
• Assist with general project implementation.
• Assist the director of communications in the writing, editing, and/or proofreading of monthly newsletters to external audiences.
• Provide writing and editing support for web and email marketing materials.
• Provide writing and editing support for Close Up educational materials such as our Current Issues classroom resources (balanced, multipartisan policy discussions that break down controversial issues for high school and middle school audiences).

Position Schedule │ The schedule for this position is not a standard nine-to-five work week. To allow time for proper planning and to support program needs, the hours are Monday through Thursday, 12pm to 8pm during scheduled programing, and Friday, 9am to 5pm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university
• At least one year of experience planning and organizing projects in a professional setting
• At least two years of experience writing and editing in a professional setting
• An excellent writing sample
• Superior communication skills and exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to be balanced, nonpartisan, and appreciative and respectful of multiple perspectives
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities with potentially conflicting deadlines
• A self-starter who takes pride in being reliable and results-oriented
• A genuine enthusiasm for Close Up’s work
• Advanced proficiency with MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination in compliance with company policy
• Willingness to submit to a post-offer credit and criminal background check in accordance with Close Up policy

Compensation and Benefits │ In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, Close Up provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes three robust medical insurance plans, dental insurance (more than 90 percent of premiums are company-paid), and vision coverage. Close Up pays 100 percent of the premiums for life/AD&D insurance and short- and long-term disability insurance, and offers flexible spending and dependent care accounts, a 403(b) retirement savings program, paid vacation/sick days/holidays, paid parental leave, a Metro subsidy or free garage parking, and a positive work environment.

If you are excited about the prospect of joining Close Up and this position sounds like a great fit, please apply here.

No phone calls or recruiters, please.

The Close Up Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Company Overview | Close Up’s mission is to inform, inspire, and empower young people to exercise the rights and accept the responsibilities of citizens in a democracy. As a non-profit/non-partisan leader in civic education since 1971, we believe that a strong democracy requires active and informed participation by all citizens; therefore, we seek to reach participants of every race, creed, geographical community, socio-economic level, and academic standing.

Position Overview | The Program Assistant provides support to Close Up’s curriculum and program staff in caring for the well-being of our middle and high school student participants. They are in the field working closely with Program Leaders to meet emergent needs of participants on our programs.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage healthcare concerns of students under the direction of Program Leaders and our medical care partners
• Supervise, escort, and/or monitor students in need of medical care and deliver palliative care as directed
• Assist students with dietary needs in finding proper meals
• Record all instances of reported medical concerns and keep records updated
• Support program via administrative tasks including counting/sorting of program materials
• Assist program staff as needed with the smooth operation of program

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least 21 years of age
• Authorization to work in U.S. for any employer
• Willingness to submit to a criminal background screening and professional reference check
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination as required by company policy

Other (Preferred) Qualifications

• Experience caring for people with healthcare needs
• Enjoy and are comfortable interacting with middle and high school students, their guardians and healthcare professionals
• Exhibit patience, understanding, approachability, and flexibility while supporting students who are not feeling well and are away from home
• Ability to communicate in a direct and sensitive fashion
• Ability to remain calm under pressure, manage stress and balance others
• Professional demeanor and strong work ethic
• Willingness to travel overnight for work (less than 15%)
• Capable of keeping up with the intensity of the program schedule, hopping on and off buses throughout the day, and coordinating the movement of students on all program activities in the Washington, DC, area and other program locations
• Familiarity with Washington, DC

Scheduled Hours | This position is part-time, part-year (seasonal). The current contract period is from January – June 2023. Shifts will vary per week based on program running. Program Assistants will work up to 28 hours per week. Program Assistant shifts reflect the program schedules that we are running and needs of any given week. Typical shifts include Monday 8:30am-8:30pm, Tuesday 8:00am-8:00pm, Wednesday 10:00am-10:00pm or 7:00am-10:00pm, and Thursday 8:00am-8:00pm or 9:00am-5:00pm. There will be some shifts available on Friday, Saturday or Sunday.

Compensation and Benefits | The hourly rate is $15.00. All meals are provided while working program, plus cell phone stipend and free garage parking, optional access to a 403b retirement savings plan, and a positive work environment.

Work Conditions and Physical Demands | Standing: Remaining upright on the feet, particularly for sustained periods of time; Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another; Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; those activities where detailed or important spoken instructions must be conveyed to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly; Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction, and having the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and making fine discriminations in sound; Visual acuity: Performing an activity such as preparing and analyzing data; viewing a computer terminal; reading; Environmental conditions: Activities occur inside and outside, potentially in extreme heat or cold, at times at a high noise level.

If you are excited about the prospect of joining Close Up and this position sounds like a great fit, please apply here.

No phone calls or recruiters, please.

Close Up Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Company Overview | Close Up Foundation’s mission is to inform, inspire, and empower young people to exercise the rights and accept the responsibilities of citizens in a democracy. As a non-profit/non-partisan leader in civic education since 1971, we believe that a strong democracy requires active and informed participation by all citizens.

Position Overview | The School Accounts Representative works within the Finance department and is responsible for providing courteous, high quality service to customers and interdepartmental staff. Using knowledge of the Foundation’s programs and policies, the School Accounts Representative effectively manages call volume plus email and web chat communications during the high volume peak season.

Primary Responsibilities

• Answer the School Accounts customer service phone line promptly, answering questions and receiving payments
• Check email regularly and respond in a timely manner
• Manage the collection of payments on accounts and set up payment arrangements as necessary
• Call or email customers with current and prior year balances every month to encourage prompt payments; maintain a record of collection efforts (calls, emails, and letters of collection attempts)
• Research account variances, process necessary adjustments, and notify teacher coordinator
• Process a variety of transactions including: invoices, receipt letters, purchase orders, travel reimbursements, chargebacks, check returns, stipends, refunds, and cancellation fee waivers
• Process donation fellowships according to established protocol
• Act as liaison with other departments concerning collection needs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• At least one year experience with answering incoming customer calls in high call volume environment (processing payments is a plus)
• Superior active listening skills
• Effective written communication skills
• Clear, confident voice and pleasant phone manner
• Intermediate proficiency in MS Outlook, MS Excel, and MS Word
• Authorization to work in the U.S. for any employer

Selected candidate will be required to work 10AM-6PM.  Additionally, selected candidate will be subject to a CREDIT check and CRIMINAL BACKGROUND check. 

To apply, upload a cover letter describing why this position is the right fit for your skills and experience, along with your resume.

No phone calls or recruiters, please.

The Close Up Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Summary | Responsible for supporting all aspects of the recruitment and hiring cycle, ensuring Close Up attracts, retains, and motivates a high-performing, diverse workforce. The Talent Acquisition Specialist will thrive in a fast-paced non-profit environment where recruitment and communication strategies must be aligned with a broad range of departmental needs.

Each year, this position will be responsible for recruiting a large cohort of entry-level recent college graduates who will serve as mentors and teachers to middle and high school students from across the country. The Talent Acquisition Specialist will be expected to develop strong relationships with colleges and universities, and network with educational organizations and institutions. A demonstrated interest in education and experience with entry level recruiting is preferred.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Identify recruiting platforms and employ multiple strategies to build a strong talent pipeline of entry-level candidates through networking, social media, college and university recruiting systems, and employee referrals.
• Lead and collaborate with management to determine recruitment strategies tailored to each department and vacancy.
• Under the supervision of Human Resources Manager, serve as the primary administrator for ADP Recruitment platform, preparing job postings and managing applications.
• Handle entire hiring cycle, including interviewing logistics, phone screening, scheduling, checking references, preparing offer letters, administering background checks and verifying COVID-19 vaccination records.
• Assist with annual job description updates.
• Ensure integrity and confidentiality of all employment files.
• In addition to recruiting, during non-peak times, the specialist will be expected to assist with other HR functions such as onboarding, offboarding, payroll and other duties.
• Position will serve as a back-up for any and all HR needs.
• Prepare desktop procedures.

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university.
• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in talent acquisition and managing a full recruitment cycle, including working with ADP or a similar platform.
• A demonstrated interest in education and experience with entry-level recruiting preferred.
• Strong oral, interpersonal, and written communication skills; excellent at sourcing, screening, and identifying competitive candidates for a diverse set of positions.
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively across the organization.
• Highly communicative, responsible, empathetic and approachable.
• Great at building relationships and following up with both internal and external stakeholders and candidates.
• Detail-oriented and ability to read, analyze, and interpret Human Resources documents.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, high-volume environment, manage multiple projects and processes simultaneously, prioritize effectively, and respond promptly to time sensitive inquiries.

Benefits │ In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, Close Up provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes three robust medical insurance plans, dental insurance (more than 90 percent of premiums are company-paid), and vision coverage. Close Up pays 100 percent of the premiums for life/AD&D insurance and short- and long-term disability insurance, and offers flexible spending and dependent care accounts, a 403(b) retirement savings program, paid vacation/sick days/holidays, paid parental leave, a Metro subsidy or free garage parking, and a positive work environment.

To apply, upload a cover letter describing why this position is the right fit for your skills and experience, along with your resume.

No phone calls or recruiters, please.

The Close Up Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Summary | The  Logistics Coordinator performs and oversees a variety of general assignments to ensure colleagues have the support required to successfully fulfill the foundation’s mission. Specifically, this position supports Sales, Marketing, Curriculum, and Account Engagement in various tasks and duties. The Logistics Coordinator manages all aspects of the mail room, and is responsible for managing and organizing the inventory of program related materials for shipping to specific programs and the complete breakdown upon return. During the program season or when special programs are conducted, the Logistics Coordinator may be required to adjust work hours or work on the weekends and/or Close Up Foundation-observed holidays to meet the requirements of the Foundation and the successful running of program. Full training will be provided.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the postage machine and coordinate all Fedex, UPS, and USPS mailings.
• Build, pack, ship, track, manage and receive, and distribute a variety of materials, packages, and deliveries, including but not limited to marketing fulfillments and all conference and special event materials.
• Order and manage all office supplies.
• Organize office and maintain an inventory of student/teacher guidebooks, backpacks, mail supplies, name tags, and diploma paper.
• Provide general administrative and clerical support to all function areas throughout the foundation.
• Assist with facilities maintenance tasks when needed.
• Provide coverage for the front desk receptionist position as needed.
• Ensure the general supply, copy room, and prep room are all stocked and organized at the end of each business day.
• Responsible for the setup, breakdown, organization, and monitoring of materials being delivered to and returning from program, ensuring everything is properly labeled and all items have been accounted for and counted.
• Schedule the pick-up and deliveries of courier services in connection with the transportation of program materials and communicating pick-up/delivery schedule with appropriate staff members.
• Monitor pick-up of items to ensure all items have been successfully picked up each program delivery day.
• Prepare materials as needed for program each week.

Qualifications

• Possess a high school diploma or general education degree (GED); or two to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Have a general understanding of Office365, including but not limited to, OneDrive, SharePoint, Excel, and Word.
• Must be reliable and dependable.
• Being organized and detail-oriented are paramount.
• Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule.
• Have a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

To apply, upload a cover letter describing why this position is the right fit for your skills and experience, along with your resume.

No phone calls or recruiters, please.

The Close Up Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.