Office Manager

Job Description

Republic Affairs is a Washington, DC-based strategic communications firm that helps civic organizations operate with confidence, earn public trust, and advance their missions.

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If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, have a sharp attention to detail, and want the opportunity to work across the firm’s operations while contributing to meaningful pro-democracy advocacy, we’d love to hear from you!

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About the role

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As our Office Manager, you will serve as the firm’s front-desk presence, welcoming visitors and keeping daily office operations running smoothly. You will also oversee the daily organization and upkeep of shared spaces, provide administrative support to senior leadership, and assist with other administrative tasks as needed. This role involves client-facing responsibilities, as you will manage in-office guests and coordinate time for clients to work in our shared office space. 

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Your responsibilities

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• Serve as the first point of contact at the front desk: greet visitors, answer phones as needed, and set up conference rooms and meeting areas
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• Keep office supplies stocked, organized, and tidy
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• Coordinate with building management and external vendors for maintenance and repairs
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• Support internal operations projects and vendor relationships
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• Keep shared kitchen areas clean and organized (wiping counters, restocking coffee/snacks, managing fridge clean-outs)
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• Manage company-wide calendars and schedule (and sometimes reschedule) meetings, calls, and appointments
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• Retrieve and process mail
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• Handle daily rundowns, reminders, and occasional tasks for senior staff
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• Plan social events for staff and clients
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• Liaise with clients on in-office scheduling
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What we're looking for

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• Highly organized. You can juggle a lot at once without dropping details.
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• Comfortable working independently and solving problems as they come up.
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• Clear, professional communication in writing, on the phone, and in person.
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• Discretion with sensitive and confidential information.
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• A friendly, polished presence with visitors and clients.
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• Ability to be in our downtown DC office five days a week. This is not a remote or hybrid role.
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Why join us

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• Base salary range: $65,000 - $75,000
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• 100% covered medical insurance
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• 401(k) matching program
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• Metro-accessible, downtown DC location
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• Opportunities to learn, grow, and do work that supports organizations strengthening civic life
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To apply

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Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to View email address on ziprecruiter.com. In your cover letter, please tell us why you’re interested in Republic Affairs and how your experience makes you a strong fit for this role. “Easy Apply” is not your friend here! We will consider email applications much more seriously than an Easy Apply application. 

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We look forward to hearing from you!