US Administrative Assistant
About
Accelerating Circularity is a collaborative industry organization with a mission to divert textiles from
landfill and incineration for textile-to-textile recycling. The goal is to develop models for circular supply
systems that can be implemented in multiple geographies. We believe in truth, action, and
accountability.
Role: Administrative Assistant, Accelerating Circularity
Time commitment: 25 hours/week, flexible schedule
Compensation: $16 – $20 per hour, based on experience
Reports to: Karla Magruder, President, and Founder; Key collaborators: Project Fellow, Project Manager
Job description:
This position will work remotely as part of a virtual organization and therefore must be extremely
reliable and able to work independently. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing
administrative support to ensure efficient operation of the project. From scheduling and preparing for
meetings to communicating between companies, you will be responsible for completing a diverse
portfolio of tasks in a professional and timely manner. This position is a 1-year contract (potentially
renewable, contingent upon funding).
Responsibilities:
● Set up and maintain dashboards, calendars, and reminders for internal project tracking and
coordination
● Coordinate schedules and information flows between Steering Committee, working groups,
program participants, staff, and other partners
● Create and distribute meeting agendas and meeting minutes
● Direct external inquiries to the correct team members
● Set up and support the management of e-mail groups and related communication tools
● Organize and maintain project documents; ensure templates and collateral materials are
up-to-date and accessible to the appropriate users
● Organize, maintain, and provide access as needed to vendor and contractor files, software
licenses, credentials, agreements, etc.
● Support efficient and effective use of technology within the organization
● Support staff building outlines, presentations, and other project deliverables
● Support bookkeeping tasks as needed (tracking expenses, filing receipts, ensure bills and invoices
are processed in a timely fashion)
● Other assignments as time, interest, and ability permit
Qualifications:
● Ability to multitask, organize, and prioritize work
● Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience + educational background
● 2+ years of administrative support experience
● Proficient in Google Workspace, Office 365, Zoom, Mailchimp, SquareSpace, and Airtable
● Excellent written and verbal communication skills
● Interest in textiles and sustainability initiatives
● Available to work morning business hours (Eastern Time)
● Love of administrative excellence
To apply: Send your resume and cover letter detailing your interest and qualifications to
jobs@acceleratingcircularity.org, ATTN: Karla Magruder, with the subject line “Administrative Assistant March 2022.”
Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Accelerating Circularity provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for
employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color,
religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, marital status, caregiver status, or any other characteristic protected by
federal, state or local laws.