EA-Support Specialist I (Seasonal)

Social Solutions Global; Virginia (IL); On-site; USD 53,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

NGP VAN in the United States seeks a client services specialist to serve on the front line of support for Democratic campaigns and progressive organizations. You will resolve issues, perform web-based training, and onboard new customers to our tools.

As a core member of our team, you will collaborate with sales, product, data, and engineering to help clients use our software effectively. This seasonal role emphasizes proactive communication, detailed follow-up, and passion for Democratic causes.

Qualifications

• At least two years experience working with compliance, fundraising, and/or email tools for political campaigns, unions or nonprofits.
• Experience using NGP8, EveryAction, VAN or VoteBuilder as part of daily responsibilities, ideally in admin or leadership roles.
• Excellent oral and written communication, strong critical thinking and problem-solving ability, and a willingness to learn.
• Professional phone manner, patience, and proven self-motivation and work ethic.
• Detail-oriented with prompt follow-up and ability to work with diverse organizations.

Responsibilities

• Triage and resolve client issues through collaboration with sales, product, data, and engineering teams, spending about 90% on cases/calls.
• Maintain knowledge of primary business lines and provide basic Digital support.
• May support assigned clients as back-up to an account manager or senior CS staff.
• Lead public training in the business line and digital tools.
• Take direction from Team Leads to meet performance standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Willingness to learn

Self-motivation

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Tools

NGP8

EveryAction

VAN

VoteBuilder

Job description

US Annual Salary: $58,700

About Us

NGP VAN is the winningest technology platform in the history of democratic and progressive causes, working tirelessly to innovate and advance the technology our clients rely on to bolster our democracy. We help power the trailblazers, campaigners, and advocates fighting up and down the ticket for equality, racial justice, reproductive freedom, democracy, climate reform, and more- including the national Democratic committees and progressive organizations, thousands of Democratic campaigns, hundreds of labor unions, advocacy organizations, progressive and non‑partisan PACs, and other organizations.

About the Role

As a member of our client services team, you will serve on the front line of support for Democratic campaigns, parties, PACs, and progressive organizations.

Not only will you be supporting our Democrats and progressives with your exceptional customer‑service skills, but you'll also be conducting web‑based training and getting new customers up and running with our tools. Our staff aren't just people who do support or training, they are expert practitioners who make our clients able to do their social missions. Social mission is at the core of what we do, and we're looking for people who love our clients (and their causes) as much as we do.

Please note: This is a seasonal position with an expected end date of 12/31/26

Essential Position Duties and Responsibilities

• Triageand resolve client issues through collaboration with sales, product, data, and/or engineering teamsspending approximately 90% of your time on cases/zoom calls
• Maintain knowledge of primary business line and support Digital at a minimum basic level
• May work with assigned clients as back‑up to an AM or more senior CS person
• Perform public training in business line and digital
• Takes direction from Team Leads on cases to meet team claiming standard

Requirements

• At least two years experienceworking with compliance, fundraising,and/or email tools, for political campaigns, unions or nonprofits.
• Experience using NGP8, EveryAction, VAN or VoteBuilder(or their competitors) as part of your day‑to‑day responsibilities,ideally in an admin capacity or playing a leadership role in a campaign or organization.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, strongcritical thinking, logical problem‑solving ability, and a willingness to learn.
• Professional phone manner, patience, and proven ability to self‑motivate and demonstrated work ethic
• Detail‑oriented, with attentive and prompt follow up
• You have a demonstrated and passionate interest in Democratic + progressivepolitics and ideals, are good with technology, and are willing to work with lots of different orgs who need our help.
• Previous experience teaching or training, including activities such as mentoring, tutoring and/or software support.
• Experience in customer relations or an equivalent field, though not required, is valued.

This position is part of a bargaining unit represented by CWA Local 1400, 2336 or 13000.

At this time, we are unable to consider candidates who require current or future sponsorship for employment authorization.

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Our Culture

At NGP VAN, we foster an inclusive, equitable culture where every team member belongs and contributes to meaningful impact. Read more about our values and culture here.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, well‑being and growth - explore full details here.

Compensation and benefits for this role apply to full-time employees in the United States and may vary based on local standards, laws and norms. Pay is determined by location, skills, experience, and education, and is one part of NGP VAN's total rewards package, which may also include bonuses, incentives, equity, and a comprehensive benefits program.

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Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

At NGP VAN, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please submit a request.