Government Relations Coordinator

Job Description Based in our Washington DC office, the Government Relations Coordinator is responsible for providing administrative support to the Government Relations Practice Group. This includes, but is not limited to: Schedule appointments for members of the Government Relations Practice Group with clients and government officials/staff Schedule appointments for clients with government officials/staff, including client fly‑ins Attend client‑facing meetings and provide needed follow‑up Manage and update schedules for members of the Government Relations Practice Group, including scheduling appointments, speaking engagements, travel, and events Coordinate political fundraisers and other events hosted by the Firm Help prepare advocacy materials, including Internet‑based research Assist in the preparation and filing of quarterly lobbying disclosure reports with the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives, as well as other required government filings in connection with the firm’s federal lobbying activities Manage, organize, scan, copy, and/or file incoming correspondence, both electronic and paper Assist GR Practice Group members with their billable time entries Answer telephone calls, take notes/messages and redirect calls as appropriate Coordinate travel and transportation arrangements Process reimbursements and vendor invoices Minimum Qualifications Education: Experience: Minimum four years of prior work experience required, specifically in a Congressional office or federal agency, especially as a scheduler, is strongly preferred. Familiarity with Congress and Executive Branch, including basics of legislative process Excellent planning and organizational skills Excellent customer service skills and standards Ability to work in a team environment with attorneys and other colleagues Detail‑oriented with ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines Ability to manage confidential information Knowledge of and proficiency in current office technology, including but not limited to, the MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), iManage, Adobe/Nuance Power PDF, and Workshare Compare Flexibility in daily schedule to meet Firm’s needs during periods of heavy workload or special projects; availability to work overtime, as needed Benefits and Salary We know that the needs of our employees vary and can change throughout the different stages of life. That’s why we offer a wide array of flexible benefit options designed to help you live healthy, live well , and live for tomorrow . In addition to medical, dental, vision, profit‑sharing, generous paid time off, and numerous other benefits, we also provide a flexible reimbursement account that helps pay for the things that contribute to your personal well‑being, in your own way. This is an hourly, non‑exempt position that is eligible for a generous overtime plan that exceeds minimum legal requirements. The anticipated good‑faith base salary range for this position is: DC: $70,000 to $105,000 per year. Your exact offer will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, your experience, skills, and overall qualifications. We also review compensation regularly against industry benchmarks and performance outcomes, so you can grow your career here with confidence—knowing your pay recognizes both your impact and our commitment to an equitable approach. In addition to a competitive base salary, certain positions are eligible for a comprehensive performance‑based bonus, payable monthly or annually. Commitment to Equal Opportunity ArentFox Schiff is committed to equal employment opportunity and diversity in the workplace. We base all employment decisions on merit and maintain a policy of considering all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, citizenship status, order of protection status, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, physical or mental disability, parental status, source of income, military or veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other basis protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Working Conditions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role. Requirement – Frequency Travel – N/A Sitting – Constantly Standing – Occasionally Walking – Occasionally Reading – Constantly Typing – Constantly Concentration – Constantly Oral and Written Communication – Constantly Horizontal Reaching – N/A Vertical Reaching – N/A Twisting – N/A Repetitive Arm/Hand/Finger Movements – Frequently #J-18808-Ljbffr ArentFox Schiff