Program & Ops Assistant

Georgetown University; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance 90% for graduate/JD

Job summary

Georgetown University seeks a Program & Operations Assistant for the Georgetown Center for the Constitution. The role provides executive, administrative, and operational support to the Executive Director and Faculty Directors.

You will manage calendars, travel, coursework logistics, and day-to-day communications including newsletters and social media outreach. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented and comfortable working in a small team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; relevant administrative experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication with professional interaction capability.
• Experience with digital media, social media platforms, and basic podcast skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive, administrative, and operational support to leadership.
• Maintain complex calendars, coordinate travel, and assist with coursework logistics.
• Lead day-to-day communications including newsletters and email outreach.
• Support events, budgeting, and general Center administration.

Skills

Excellent communication

Social media management

Email marketing tools

WordPress

Podcast editing

Proactive detail oriented

Confidential information handling

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Mailchimp

Job description

Program & Ops Assistant# Georgetown Career Opportunities## Program & Ops AssistantApply: Hybrid: Law Center: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 14, 2026 (18 days left to apply): JR27970Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.**Requirements****Job Overview** The Georgetown Center for the Constitution (GCC), founded in 2012, offers a variety of programs on constitutional law and theory at Georgetown Law, placing special emphasis on how best to remain faithful to the Constitution's text. Led by Faculty Directors Randy Barnett and Stephanie Barclay, the Center organizes numerous programs on constitutional law and theory. All of the Center's activities are designed to engage scholars, students, and Supreme Court justices in conversations about how to interpret and apply the document that sits under glass less than ten blocks from Georgetown Law. This hybrid role is central to the smooth operation of the Center. A primary focus of this position is providing comprehensive executive, administrative, and operational support to the Executive Director and Randy Barnett and Stephanie Barclay in their roles as Faculty at Georgetown and Faculty Directors of the Center. Duties include managing complex executive calendars, coordinating travel, assisting with law school classes, course materials, syllabus preparation, exam logistics, academic research projects, and handling general administrative needs as directed. The Assistant also serves as the crucial link across our operations, communications, and programming efforts. The Assistant leads the Center's day-to-day communications—taking primary ownership of social media management, designing and distributing email newsletters, and overseeing digital outreach—while providing key workflow support to the Program Manager and Operations & Project Manager on event execution, financial processing, and general Center administration. The ideal candidate is a highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented individual with a strong interest in constitutional law. **Work Interactions** The Program and Operations Assistant reports directly to the Executive Director and works closely with the Program Manager, Operations & Project Manager, and Faculty Directors on Center tasks. This position receives daily workflow direction from both the Operations & Project Manager and Program Manager, assisting with executive, administrative, financial, logistical, programmatic, coursework, communications, and day-to-day operational duties.**Requirements and Qualifications** * Bachelor's degree is required.* 1-3 years of relevant administrative or program support experience, preferably in an academic, non-profit, or legal setting. Internships and related experience will be considered.* Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with meticulous attention to detail.* Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, with the capacity to interact professionally with faculty, students, staff, and distinguished guests* Experience with digital media and social media platforms is strongly desired.* High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, email marketing software (e.g., Mailchimp), and social media platforms* Experience with WordPress is preferred, but a demonstrated ability to learn new programs quickly is essential. An ability to produce and edit podcasts is a plus.* A self-starter who can work independently but also thrives as part of a small, collaborative team.* Ability to handle confidential information with the utmost discretion. **Work Mode Designation**This position has been designated as hybrid remote 1 day a week. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation. **Applying for this Position** To apply for this position, please use the **Georgetown hiring platform** and include the following two documents:* **Resume / CV*** **Cover Letter****Your cover letter must explicitly answer all of the following questions (bullet-point form preferred):** * Why are you interested in this position?* What experience do you bring to this role?* How does this role fit into your five-year career plan?* Where do you want to see yourself in 10 years?**Benefits and Professional Development** This position is eligible for Georgetown University's comprehensive benefits package. A key highlight is the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP), which provides employees with a **90% tuition benefit** for graduate programs after one full year of service. This benefit can be applied to degree programs at Georgetown, including the J.D. program at the Law Center, making this an outstanding opportunity for individuals planning to attend Georgetown Law while continuing in this role or advancing to the Program Manager position. **Pay Range** The projected pay range for this full-time, non-exempt position is $19.71 – $28.85 per hour / $41,000 – $60,000 annually (with a target hiring range of $24.04 – $26.44 per hour / $50,000 – $55,000 annually). Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.**Pay Range:**The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:$20.16 - $31.30Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.**Current Georgetown Employees:**If you currently work at Georgetown University, please exit this website and login to GMS (gms.georgetown.edu) using your Net ID and password. Then select the Career worklet on your GMS Home dashboard to view Jobs at Georgetown.**Submission Guidelines:**Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a resume for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. Documents are not kept on file for future positions.**Need Assistance:**If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process, please visit the Office for Equal Opportunity Compliance website for general information about requesting accommodations, as well as information about requesting accommodations specifically for applicants. You also can also contact the Office for Equal Opportunity Compliance at [phone] or [e-mail] some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website.EEO Statement:GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law*.*Benefits:Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.