Human Resources & Training Associate

Title: Human Resources & Training Associate

Department: Human Resources & Administration

Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Director, Learning and Talent Development

Positions Reporting to this Position: None

Location: Washington, DC Metropolitan Area

Remote Work Eligibility: Yes; Regular Hybrid Work

Travel Requirements: Up to 5%

Union Position: Yes

Job Classification Level: A

Salary Range (depending on qualified experience): $59,160 – $74,160 (effective April 1, 2025)

General Description:

The League of Conservation Voters, Inc. (“LCV”), a non-profit organization, builds political power to protect people and the planet. We envision a world in which tackling the climate crisis, confronting environmental injustice, and strengthening our democracy lead to cleaner and healthier communities, good, well-paying jobs, and a more just, equitable, and sustainable planet for all.

For more than 50 years, LCV has fought for solutions to the interconnected threats our environment and democracy face. We do so by working with and holding elected officials accountable, mobilizing, organizing, and building grassroots power in communities, electing candidates who share our values, and partnering with and supporting our 30+ state affiliates across the country.

LCV is hiring a Human Resources & Training Associate who will support the Director, Learning and Talent Development and the Human Resources team. The Human Resources & Training Associate will be responsible for providing general administrative and operational support of the organization’s learning and development initiatives, including staff development programs, training and workshops, and ongoing professional development opportunities. The Human Resources & Training Associate will play a critical role in fostering a culture of learning that centers racial justice and equity, as we work to create a healthier, more sustainable climate, environment and democracy.

This position is classified as “Regular Hybrid Work”, which means the position is assigned to an LCV office where they spend one to four days per week and work the rest of the week remotely. This position is required to work in-person in the Washington, DC office two days per week.

General working conditions:

• Operate in a professional office or home office environment, and routinely use standard office equipment including, but not limited to, computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems.
• Largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Communicates with internal and external stakeholders using electronic platforms.

Applicants must be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in providing general administrative support of LCV’s learning and development initiatives.
  • Maintain training materials and update learning and development resources in LCV and LCV Education Fund’s Operations Resource Library, as needed.
  • Process payments of vendors and consultants that support LCV’s learning and development initiatives, as needed.
  • Review the Human Resources department’s monthly expense reports to ensure spending is aligned with the department’s HR and training and development budgets.
  • Support the orientation of new employees by providing information and resources regarding LCV’s learning and development initiatives.
  • Provide support in registering new staff for mandatory training sessions.
• Coordinate operations of LCV’s training programs and learning and development activities.
  • Inform and update employees about available and recurring training and learning and development opportunities.
  • Provide support for designing and managing online learning programs in the Paylocity Human Resource Information System.
  • Maintain marketing materials of training and learning and development programs to promote and distribute to employees.
  • Support the tracking and data analysis of LCV’s professional development program.
  • Maintain training records, including attendance, and feedback surveys to track learning outcomes and identify areas for improvement.
  • Coordinate logistics for virtual and/or in-person training sessions or workshops, including in-person sessions as part of LCV’s annual staff retreat near the Washington, DC Metropolitan Area. Responsibilities may include scheduling, venue arrangements, and equipment setup, among other duties.
  • Work with the Director, Learning and Talent Development to further develop and enhance processes and procedures for LCV’s learning and development initiatives.
• Assist in providing general administrative and planning support to the Human Resources department.
  • Assist with incoming payroll and related Human Resources mail (IRS, state and local, SUI, unemployment and Department of Revenue) and deliveries for the Human Resources department, including assistance with staff mail deliveries when needed.
  • Create and maintain a system for centralizing job descriptions in SharePoint.
  • Schedule new hire benefit reviews.
  • Calendar HR/Admin key dates for employees to complete expected HR tasks (i.e. timecards, allocations, open enrollment, trainings).
  • Provide Administrative support to the SVP of Human Resources & Administrative Services, including, but not limited to meeting scheduling, email and general staff communications, updates to LCV Handbook and policies, and weekly departmental meeting agenda.
• Contribute to LCV’s commitment to integrating racial justice and equity into the work we do and ensuring an inclusive organizational culture.
• Travel up to 5% for staff retreats, trainings and conferences, as needed.
• Conduct in-office responsibilities from LCV’s Washington, DC office at least two days per week.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Work Experience: Required – 1 year of administrative experience, including experience with project management, supporting coordination of training and workshops, working with and managing spreadsheets, and tracking a budget or inventory. Experience with scheduling. Preferred – Experience working with a non-profit organization.
• Skills: Required – Highly attentive to detail and able to take ownership of routine tasks; excellent written and oral communications skills; proficient in Microsoft Office 365 and Google Suite; able to maintain confidentiality; strong organizational skills; exhibits strong judgment; self-starter; works well in a fast-paced environment; ability to handle multiple tasks under pressure of deadline and work for several people; plans and can see the big picture. Preferred – Some understanding of learning management systems.
• Racial Justice and Equity Competencies: Demonstrated awareness of how one’s life experiences influence one’s personal attitudes, biases, and assumptions. Demonstrated commitment to continual learning and ability to successfully deliver culturally responsive services. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.

LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.

To Apply: Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Human Resources & Training Associate” in the subject line by March 13, 2025. No phone calls please.

All employment is contingent upon the completion of a background check, employment and reference verifications.

LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the employee selection process, including, completing the application, interviewing, or pre-employment testing, please contact hr@lcv.org.