Administrative Assistant for Community & Environment

Samuel Lawrence Foundation; Solana Beach (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Small nonprofit team

Casual residential-office environment

Job summary

Samuel Lawrence Foundation seeks an Administrative Assistant to join our small nonprofit team. This hands-on role covers day-to-day office operations, calendar management, communications, and research support across environmental and community outreach projects.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to wear many hats in a casual residential‑office environment. Experience in nonprofits and AI tools is a plus.

Qualifications

• Must be highly organized and dependable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day‑to‑day administrative and office operations.
• Manage calendars and schedule appointments, meetings, and conference calls.
• Respond to emails and correspondence.
• Draft and edit letters, emails, and other communications.
• Conduct online research and gather information.
• Assist with environmental and scientific research projects.
• Help prepare materials for meetings and presentations.
• Identify, contact, and maintain relationships with community organizations and community members.
• Assist with communications and outreach to elected officials and other stakeholders.
• Attend meetings and take accurate notes.
• Track assignments, deadlines, and follow‑up items.
• Organize and maintain donation records.
• Perform general administrative tasks as needed.

Skills

Organized

Written & verbal communication

Multitasking

Independent

Detail‑oriented

Tech‑savvy

Adaptable

Wearing many hats

Environmental awareness

AI tools familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree or advanced degree

Tools

AI tools (ChatGPT, Claude)

Job description

Samuel Lawrence Foundation seeks an Administrative Assistant to join our small nonprofit team. This hands-on role covers day-to-day office operations, calendar management, communications, and research support across environmental and community outreach projects.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to wear many hats in a casual residential‑office environment. Experience in nonprofits and AI tools is a plus.