The Executive Assistant provides high-level executive and operational support to both the President and Chief Executive Officer. This role balances strategic and tactical responsibilities, including management of executive schedules and travel, coordination of executive-level meetings and communications, administration of internal communications and recognition programs, and oversight of office operations.
Who Are We?
DSPolitical pioneers the best integration of data and technology to persuade audiences and deliver wins for Democratic and progressive candidates, causes, and issues with the most efficient and effective digital advertising campaigns in politics and issue advocacy.
DSPolitical doesn’t just offer solutions -- we create them. Our award-winning team works hand-in-hand to develop and deploy leading-edge solutions, uniquely crafted to reach the audiences our clients need to be successful in both the public affairs, corporate communications, and political arenas.
DSPolitical works hard to provide our clients with innovative solutions based on the diverse perspectives of our team. To that end, we’re committed to recruiting team members from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.
DSPolitical is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applicants of all races, colors, gender identities, religions, ages, sexual orientations, national and ethnic origins, disabilities, marital status, veteran status, and all backgrounds. DSPolitical job offers are contingent on the results of a background check.
We’re always looking for exceptional people to join our team. If this sounds like you, please apply!
Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities:
Executive Support & Administration
- Manage executive calendars, coordinate complex scheduling, and organize internal and external obligations.
- Book and manage travel itineraries and logistics for executives.
- Prepare and compile documentation, presentations, and executive summaries.
- Support executive-level meetings including agenda management, attendee communications, materials preparation, and follow-up.
- Maintain confidentiality and discretion with all communications and documentation.
- Anticipate shifting priorities and manage competing demands with attention to detail.
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders across all levels, both internal and external.
- Track deliverables, ensure follow-up, and manage progress against executive commitments.
- Complete expense reports and administrative deadlines accurately and on time.
Office Operations & Management
- Manage office supplies and inventory, including ordering, restocking, and monitoring usage.
- Maintain an organized, professional, and clutter-free office environment.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for building management and office-related vendors.
- Coordinate office services, maintenance requests, and vendor access as needed.
- Support onboarding and offboarding logistics related to office access, equipment coordination, and workspace readiness.
- Assist with company-wide and executive events, including logistics and on-site support.
Internal Communications & Recognition Administration
- Manage the weekly internal newsletter, including content collection, editing, formatting, and distribution.
- Coordinate with leadership and staff contributors to ensure timely and accurate newsletter content.
- Administer the biweekly rewards and recognition nomination process, including intake, organization, and preparation of materials for leadership review.
- Coordinate recognition communications and announcements in alignment with leadership direction.
- Support internal communications workflows to ensure consistency, timeliness, and alignment with organizational priorities.
Minimum Qualifications & Skill Requirements:
- 5+ years of executive assistant or operations experience (education may substitute).
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Suite.
- Experience with project management tools (e.g., Monday.com).
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Strong judgment, discretion, and problem-solving abilities.
- Demonstrated ability to manage executive support, internal communications, and office operations responsibilities concurrently.
DSPolitical is proud to offer the following:
- Annual base salary range of $75,000 - $83,000 depending upon factors including, but not limited to, experience, skill level, education, and location.
- Open leave (paid time off)
- Paid Leave for new parents
- Health insurance (including dental and vision)
- Flex Spending Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401K with company matching
- Student Loan Repayment Program
- Professional development opportunities
- Rewards and recognition programs
- Mobile phone & internet reimbursement and much more!
Office Hours
This position is based in Washington, DC and follows a hybrid work model, with 4 days per week in the office. Work hours are consistently 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., Monday - Friday, with the expectation that evening and weekend work will be required as necessary.
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What We Do
DSPolitical brings together the best data-driven targeting science with a multi-layered advertising strategy to help your campaign find the exact right people online every time. With the richness of television and the targeting ability of direct mail, your online advertising campaign will make a real impact on election day.
