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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

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

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 partnered with schools nationwide to serve 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 Fundraising Development Manager is critical to developing Close Up’s capacity to secure support that sustains the organization and expands its long-term impact. The person in this role will report to the Chief External Affairs Officer and collaborate with Close Up leadership. This individual will sustain and grow the portfolio, manage workflow, supervise the preparation of narrative and financial materials, and develop systems to increase efficiency. The Foundation’s fundraising efforts often have a focus on increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). The ideal candidate has strong philanthropic networks and demonstrated success in fundraising. They are driven and capable of translating our mission into compelling cases for support.

This position is based in the Washington, DC, area but there is telework flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate new donations from individuals, foundations, grantors, and corporations.
• Manage the grant calendar and develop letters, pitches, proposals, and reports for funders.
• Work with leadership to develop donor and prospect cultivation and solicitation, and implement a fundraising strategy.
• Manage development staff and workflow to ensure timely submission of proposals, reports, and other funder-related deliverables.
• Collaborate with the Communications and Marketing Teams to develop collateral and opportunities to amplify donor support.
• Support senior leadership with introductory calls and preparation for meetings with potential donors.
• Follow and understand the latest trends and developments in politics and civic education.
• Participate in paid field training, in which you will work directly with students on our experiential learning programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university.
• 5-7 years of experience in fundraising, business development, and/or sales.
• A track record of success in meeting ambitious fundraising goals.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively across the organization.
• A creative thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
• Willingness to travel to support prospecting and engaging donors.
• Previous experience in education preferred.
• Passion for Close Up’s mission and civic education.

Compensation and Benefits │ 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, a free on-site gym, 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.

Organization Overview | Our 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. We reach about 25,000 participants annually through our in-person, placed-based programming, teacher professional development, virtual programs, and classroom curriculum.

We Believe:

1. Democracy requires members who are able to reflect on their own values and interests as well as the values and interests of others, communicate their ideas and visions, and take active steps to advance their political goals.
2. Young people must learn and practice the dispositions and skills needed to become lifelong active and engaged participants in democracy.
3. Engaging young people in public policy discussion and deliberation of current controversial issues will give them the skills and desire for lifelong participation in the democratic process.
4. By remaining nonpartisan and exposing young people to a variety of perspectives, we encourage them to consider a range of ideas and form their own opinions.
5. Encountering and engaging with those who may have different backgrounds provides young people with a more nuanced understanding of how policy decisions will affect all within a community.

Position Overview | The Coaching and Training Specialist works as a member of the Coaching and Training team within the Curriculum department. This is a key position that requires working both in office and in-field settings, the ability to accurately and effectively articulate Close Up’s pedagogy and educational mission to a variety of external and internal constituencies, and the capacity to continuously maintain a high level of educational expertise to contribute to various projects undertaken by Close Up. The Coaching and Training Specialist team primarily supports Close Up’s DC based programming with middle and high school students through the coaching and training of over 50 program instructors. This position reports to the Manager of Coaching and Training.

In cooperation with other members of the team, the Coaching and Training Specialist has the following responsibilities:

Training Design and Facilitation

• Design initial instructional training for 40-50 Program Instructors; training components include methodology, program curriculum, and facilitating controversial issue discussions
• Create and facilitate all training sessions for Program Instructors
• Develop trainings for specialized programs
• Plan and deliver professional development sessions throughout the program season to supplement initial training
• Program Instructor Coaching and Observation
• Provide ongoing in-field formal observation and informal coaching for a cohort of instructional staff
• Work with curriculum staff to ensure continued growth of program instructors
• Collaborate with the coaching and training team to identify trends among instructional staff
• Other Responsibilities
• Deliver Close Up programs, including DC based student programs, virtual student programs, and professional development
• Keep abreast of best practices in coaching, training, and adult education

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university; major in education, history, political science, international relations, or related field preferred
• At least one year of experience training adult learners or leading group facilitation
• Demonstrated ability to assess own performance and adjust accordingly
• Ability to convey complex information to a variety of audiences clearly and concisely
• Willingness to provide positive and constructive feedback

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to cultivate trust and build rapport, including providing both positive and constructive feedback that supports individual growth
• Ability to manage a flexible, yet demanding schedule
• Familiarity with teaching with controversial issues, facilitation techniques, and cooperative learning strategies
• Excellent communication skills, including speaking and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of civic education trends and practices
• Knowledge of government structures and processes

Working environment

• The Coaching and Training position will frequently be on student program. Program schedules typically run from 8am through 10pm, and programs usually start late afternoon on Sundays and run through Thursday night. There is flexibility within the program schedule.
• Frequent evening and weekend work required for DC-based program execution, observation and evaluation during the program season (January-June), occasional weekend and evening work September-December.
• This position is based at the Close Up office in Alexandria, VA, but includes frequent time in DC on student program.
• Some travel outside DC metro area.

Compensation and Benefits | In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, Close Up provides an excellent and competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D & short- and long-term disability insurance, a 403(b) program, generous paid time off, Metro transportation subsidy, flexible spending health care and dependent care accounts, free gym access, and a positive work environment.

To apply, submit an email to resumes@closeup.org including a cover letter explaining why you’d make a great Coaching & Training Specialist and attach your résumé. Only candidates selected to interview will be contacted. Employment offers are contingent upon receipt of proof of COVID-19 vaccination and a favorable criminal background check.

No phone calls or recruiters, please.

Close Up Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position Overview | Close Up Foundation is looking for a Community Outreach Coordinator with a can-do mind set and a passion for creating new opportunities. We are looking for a highly motivated individual to uncover new sales opportunities and form new partnerships primarily with schools and school districts. The ideal candidate is someone who is innovative and determined to create strategies that highlight the Close Up offering to the right audience.

This position will focus on customer acquisition, lead generation, and prospect management, and will be responsible for researching referral, network, and web leads; providing prospective customers/clients with all services offered and additional presentations as needed. The Community Outreach Coordinator will partner with clients to generate solutions for their civic education needs and consulting throughout the sales process.

Organization Overview | Close Up Foundation is a non-partisan civic education nonprofit. Our mission is to inform, inspire, and empower young people to exercise their rights and accept the responsibilities of citizens in a democracy. Leading the way in civic education since 1971, we believe that a strong democracy requires active and informed participation by all citizens regardless of community, socio-economic level, and academic standing. For more than 50 years, we have fulfilled that goal by reaching toward 25,000 participants annually and serving over one million students and teachers across the country through travel, virtual programs, professional development for educators, and classroom resources designed to empower young people for a lifetime of active citizenship.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Identifying, qualifying, and securing business opportunities in new and existing markets;
• Coordinating business generation activities; developing customized targeted sales strategies;
• Understanding client needs and offering solutions and support; answering potential client questions and follow-up call questions;
• Collaborating internally to grow accounts;
• Presenting and delivering information to potential customers at client meetings, parent and/or student presentations, virtually and in-person;
• Creating and maintaining a list/database of prospective clients; maintaining the CRM of prospective client information;
• Cold calling; and creating email marketing campaigns to potential clients; closing sales;
• Meeting all benchmarks for cold, active, calls, appointments, and interviews; Maintaining a pipeline of all sales administration using Microsoft Dynamics CRM software;
• Collaborating with management on sales goals, planning, and forecasting; maintaining short- and long-term business development plans;
• Scheduling meetings with prospects to qualify the opportunities;
• Collecting pertinent client information to provide the best offering;
• Developing in-depth knowledge of Close Up’s portfolio to advise clients accordingly; and
• Attracting new clients by innovating and overseeing the sales process for the business.  

Core Competencies

• Integrity
• Energetic, well-spoken, and eager to close sales that increase revenue
• Positive attitude
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Collaborative and communicative
• Superb presentation skills
• Persuasive and goal-oriented
• Decisive
• Innovative

Requirements

• Cold calling experience; previous experience in an outbound call center, inside sales, or related sales experience; knowledge of sales process from initiation to close
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Dynamics, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel) and CRM experience preferred
• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university or six years of experience in sales, education or non-profit work
• Excellent analytical and time-management skills
• Exceptional relationship building skills both internally and externally
• High level of ownership, accountability, and initiative
• Willingness to travel for meetings, training, and conferences
• Authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination as required by company policy 

Benefits

• Base salary plus uncapped bonus/commission
• Corporate AMEX card for travel
• Health, Vision and Dental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts – Health & Dependent Care
• Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, and Parental Leave
• Short/Long-term Disability and Life/AD&D Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Cell Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

To apply, upload a brief statement or 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.

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 nonprofit/nonpartisan 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, socioeconomic level, and academic standing.

Summary | Close Up is seeking a responsible, organized and customer service-oriented individual to perform a variety of administrative and clerical tasks to support our transportation operation.  The position will assist in problem solving logistical issues during our weekly operation.  Duties will involve finalizing travel plans for our participants, preparing reports and maintaining appropriate filing and data entry along with offering customer service support for our weekend operation as the on-call weekend Manager on Duty (MOD). The ideal candidate should have excellent oral and written communication skills and be able to organize their work using all Microsoft 365 applications and office equipment.

Hours | Monday through Friday: 10:00AM-6:00PM.

Weekend MOD:

• Two weekends, per month (would be in lieu of two days of work during the week), Saturday and Sunday on-call MOD January-June
• Weekend Hours:   9:00AM-6:00PM, times may vary
• Additional on-call MOD duties may be required

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Weekly administrative duties assisting with various projects related to the transportation operation.
• Completing administrative and clerical tasks to meet weekly deadlines.
• Preparing, proofing and editing spreadsheets, reports, and emails.
• Weekday on-call support for airport/hotel emergencies.
• Assisting with customer service phone calls.
• Communicate logistical changes with assigned weekend operation staff.
• Assist with special projects throughout the program year.
• Provide bi-weekly office support to Operation Control agents in office for weekend transportation group’s arrivals and departures.
• Assist with re-accommodation for emergency transportation issues; rebooking cancelled participants, securing vehicles for ground transportation and staff assignments at the airport.
• Provide customer service to group chaperones for travel disruptions and or cancellations /travel emergencies.
• Interact with internal departments/Close Up employees to ensure open line of communication throughout the weekend operation.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as an office administrator, office assistant or relevant role.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• Familiarity with office management procedures and basic office skills.
• Knowledge of the airline and hospitality industry preferred, but not required.

Education and/or Experience: 

• High school diploma or equivalent

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

To apply, upload a brief statement or 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.

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.

To apply, upload a brief statement or 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.

Close Up Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

SUMMARY | The Accounts Payable Specialist will be responsible for coordinating various accounts payable functions including, but not limited to: data entry, customer inquiries, and vendor maintenance. Candidate must have excellent customer service skills, high level of detail and accuracy.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Responsible for reviewing all invoices (and expense reports) for appropriate documentation, coding and approval prior to processing in the Great Plains financial system
• Work as first point of contact for our online invoice processing system (SearchExpress) and respond to inquiries within 1 business day
• As coordinator of the online invoice system, confirm accuracy of vendor coding for all invoices and process approved invoices in a timely manner within SearchExpress.
• Monitor employee American Express accounts to confirm statements have been coded and approved
• Process weekly check runs
• Understand and maintain the chart of accounts and vendor database.
• Maintain vendor payment files and serve as point of contact for all vendor inquires which also includes keeping the most up to date SAMS records on file.
• Actively participate in the month end close process and complete assigned account reconciliation by the 25^thof each month for the following:
  • Accounts Payable
  • CEO expense analysis
  • Employee Advances
  • Debit Cards
• Handle electronic transfers to debit cards as requested.
• Make ACH payments for flight deposits via telephone to Southwest
• Monitor outstanding checks for yearly unclaimed property submission.  Complete Unclaimed Property report and obtain approval to submit to the State of Virginia no later than October 15^th
• Submit American Express corporate card payment requests, on Tuesday and Thursday of each week as needed, based on corporate card balance to insure credit availability as needed by key staff.  In addition, contact staff weekly to learn of significant upcoming Amex purchases.
• Collect W-9’s for all new vendors. At year end, prepare 1099 Miscellaneous for tax purposes.
• Provide assistance with other general ledger duties and reconciliations as needed.
• Assist with year-end close and audit.
• Assist with other projects as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university with two or more years of experience in accounts payable or related field or 5+ years of experience in accounting.

• Must have excellent written, communication, and organizational skills.
• Great Plains experience a must.
• SearchExpress experience a plus.
• Unclaimed Property experiu
• Advanced computer and Microsoft 365 skills a plus.
• Passion for Close Up’s mission and civic education.
• Ability to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination in compliance with company policy
• Willingness to submit to criminal background check in accordance with federal regulations
• Authorization to work in the U.S. for any employer.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

• Highly organized with ability to manage conflicting priorities.
• Superior expertise with active listening, responding appropriately in writing and verbally.
• Takes pride in being reliable and results-oriented.

POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK | This is a full-time position.

BENEFITS  | In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, Close Up provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes three robust medical insurance plans, dental insurance, and vision discount (more than 85% of the premiums are company paid). Close Up pays 100% of the premiums for life/AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and offers flexible spending and dependent care accounts, a 403(b) retirement savings program, paid vacation/sick/holidays, paid parental leave, metro subsidy or free garage parking, free on-site gym, and a positive work environment.

Please apply, upload a brief statement or 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.

Close Up Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

COMPANY OVERVIEW | Close Up Foundation is the nation’s leading non-profit, non-partisan civic education organization. Our mission is to inform, inspire, and empower young people to exercise their rights and accept the responsibilities of citizens in a democracy. Leading the way in civic education since 1971, we believe that a strong democracy requires active and informed participation by all citizens regardless of community, socio-economic level, and academic standing. For more than 50 years, we have fulfilled this mission by working with more than 20,000 students and teachers annually through travel, virtual programs, professional development for educators, and classroom resources designed to empower young people for a lifetime of active citizenship.

JOB SUMMARY | Are you interested in helping educators deliver a life changing experience for their students? Do you want to use your customer service skills to help youth become more active and engaged citizens? Close Up Foundation is seeking an Account Coordinator with a positive attitude and friendly demeanor. In this role you will be responsible for providing excellent customer service for all internal and external customers by using in-depth knowledge of Foundation programs and systems to communicate effectively with team members within the Account Engagement Department and our customers. Your success in this role impacts the civic education experience of all the participants.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES | Account Coordinator (main responsibility)

• Provide courteous, high quality service to customers and interdepartmental staff
• Provide information to and resolve the majority of incoming inquires through in-depth knowledge of the Foundation, its services, programs, website and proprietary database
• Partner with Outreach teams to support current accounts before participation;
• Act as a Liaison with other departments concerning extra-ordinary participant requests/needs related to execution of program
• Partner with Teacher Program Team to thank our Teacher Coordinators during and after program participation
• Regularly and respond promptly to monitor department inbox and personal/team correspondence
• Track the customer experience for clients from beginning to end and help compile data to improve their experience in future years

QUALIFICATIONS

1. College degree or 4 years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience in customer service
2. Strong written and verbal communication skills
3. Must be proficient in MS Outlook and MS Office (intermediate skill level in Excel and Word a plus)
4. Must be professional, be able to work independently and with diversity
5. Must be well organized, demonstrate attention to detail and ability to manage conflicting priorities
6. Must possess technical writing skills
7. Demonstrate an innate ability to connect with other people and build relationships

POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK | This is a full-time position with various evening and weekend working expectations.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS | Close Up provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes three robust medical insurance plans, dental insurance (more than 90% of the premiums are company paid), and vision. Close Up pays 100% of the premiums for life/AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and offers flexible spending and dependent care accounts, a 403(b) retirement savings program, paid vacation/sick/holidays, paid parental leave, metro subsidy or free garage parking, free on-site gym, and a positive work environment.

To apply, upload a brief statement or 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.

Close Up Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

SUMMARY | The Close Up Foundation works with 20,000 students and teachers annually. Each one of these individuals requires meals, hotel accommodations, transportation and much more depending on the program. The Senior Manager of Program Services is responsible for the effective implementation of all programming requirements. The person in this role will be responsible for the overall management of the Program Services department while maintaining a cohesive, cooperative, and communicative team. This person will directly supervise two Coordinators – Ground Transportation Coordinator and Program Services Coordinator – to ensure successful customer service and deliverables for all student programs. Having a general comprehension of the hospitality industry, the Senior Manager of Program Services will also work closely with two Program Services Managers to ensure the hotel operation and night monitor & registration aspects are properly booked and staffed according to program schedules. This position will be responsible for managing the department budget and also participate in several cross-department meetings. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the larger vision of department and planning for future years with focus on budget and market trends, and securing the best possible services for all Close Up programs (local and out-of-town).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES | Manage vendor relations and program deliverables for:

• Hotels and meeting space in DC, NYC, Philadelphia, Tallahassee, and other cities;
• Meals;
• Program buses;
• Sites requiring tickets (i.e. theatres, National Archives, Independence Hall, Statue of Liberty etc.); and
• Other visits/sites as required (i.e. college campus tours, seminar meeting space).
• Collaborate with Program Services Manager of Night Monitors & Registration:
• Ensure proper staffing of registration and night monitors for all programs;
• Track hours worked by employee to ensure compliance with HR; and
• Staff MOD duties for program season.

Collaborate with Program Services Manager – Hotel Operation:

• Block hotels and room blocks;
• Carefully examine hotel proposals to make sure meeting space, budget concerns and program needs are met;
• Provide updates to contracted hotels to avoid penalties throughout year;
• Maintain positive vendor relations with all CUF properties; and
• Work with appropriate staff to troubleshoot complaints or issues with hotels.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE | Minimum four-year degree from a college or university with three years related work experience or training. Working knowledge of the hospitality or travel industry is strongly preferred. Experience with event planning, hotel contracting and managing group events/functions a plus. Weekend and off-hour availability, outstanding communication skills, and a proven commitment to customer service essential.

COMPENSATION and BENEFITS | Close Up provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes three 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, a free on-site gym, and a positive work environment.

There is a potential for an annual bonus based on the success of the Foundation.

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.

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 nonprofit/nonpartisan 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, socioeconomic level, and academic standing.

NOTE: This is an in-person position.

Position Overview | Program Instructors are passionate about history, politics, government, current public policy issues, and experiential education for diverse students in grades 6-12. They prepare and lead daily program components for groups of students from across the United States, using our nation’s capital as a living classroom. They lead students through a life-changing educational experience which includes historical sites, iconic monuments and memorials, Smithsonian museums, meetings with elected officials and key public policy experts, and multipartisan, issue-based deliberations.

Responsibilities | Each week, Program Instructors engage middle and high school students from across the country in experiential, multi-day programs in Washington, DC (with opportunities to travel to New York City, Florida, Texas, and other historic sites as well). Throughout each day, Program Instructors hop on and off buses, coordinating the movement of students on all program activities in the Washington, DC, area and other program locations. They lead students through study visits to historical sites, monuments, memorials, museums, and government institutions, and help facilitate meetings with policy experts and elected officials. They lead an assigned “workshop” of diverse students throughout the week, guiding that group through discussions, debates, and issue-based deliberations and helping them to develop and exercise the skills of active citizenship.

Benefits

• Initial contract period is January 27-June 23, 2023. At the conclusion of the initial contract period, there may be an opportunity to join the Foundation in a full time/full-year role.
• Compensation includes: $1,430.00 per paycheck before taxes, payable twice a month; a $500 pre-tax signing bonus (after completing three program weeks); $1000 pre-tax bonus for contract completion; all meals while working student program.
• Mass transit subsidy or free garage parking; cell phone reimbursement (up to $50); paid Sick leave
• Medical and dental insurance with low-cost premiums, vision discount program, no-cost life/AD&D insurance.
• 120 hours of paid training in our curriculum, methodology, and programing, followed by on-going professional development.
• The opportunity to earn a free graduate credit upon completion of the contract with an accompanying research paper is available.

Minimum Qualifications | Candidates must meet all criteria for this role.

• Bachelor’s degree (preferably in political science, history, education, social science, or a related field)
• Demonstrated proficiency with public speaking, as evidenced by teaching a short lesson during the interview
• Authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination as required by company policy
• Willingness to submit to a post-offer criminal background check according to federal regulations

Scheduled Hours | The Program Instructor schedule is not a standard nine-to-five work week.

• Each week mirrors the student program schedule to which an instructor is assigned, generally a 50 hour week.
• Program schedules typically runs from 8am through 10pm, and programs usually start in the late afternoon on Sundays and run through Thursday night.
• Most programs are based in Washington, DC, but there are opportunities to travel to New York City, Florida, Texas, and other historic sites.

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; leading 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 becoming a Program Instructor, we welcome you to apply and explore how you can be part of an amazing network of Program Instructors who have led nearly 1 million students over 50 years through a once-in-a-lifetime Close Up experience.

To apply, please email jobs@closeup.org your resume and a brief statement of interest.

No phone calls or recruiters, please.

Close Up Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.