Operations and Guest Services Coordinator

The Operations & Guest Services Coordinator (the Coordinator) is responsible for day-to-day oversight of operations in the Washington DC office including facilities management (e.g. building maintenance moves and cleaning) hospitality (e.g. conference services reception) food services and catering office services (including mail copy fax and print) procurement (office supplies) and vendor management. As the backbone of workflow and process optimization in the DC office youll have the opportunity to work closely with the office Partners in Charge and the associate Director of Office Operations assisting them in executing an ambitious strategic plan that drives greater operational efficacy. Direct reports include the onsite 3rd party office services vendor.

As a critical member of the DC office this role requires a dedicated on-site presence Monday through Friday (8:30am-5:00pm or 9:00am-5:30pm). Candidates must be available and willing to work overtime hours when necessary to meet the demands of the position.

Responsibilities

Operations

• Plan monitor and analyze key metrics for the day-to-day performance of office operations to ensure efficient and timely completion of tasks; proactively troubleshoot on-site facilities issues and make recommendations for process improvements where appropriate
• Direct oversight of DC office hoteling program and local administrative ownership of the Rendezvous booking system.
• In coordination with the Associate Director of Office Operations effectively manage vendor relationships including monitoring delivery of service level agreements and review of invoices.

Facilities & Space Management

• Develop and ensure execution of standards related to facility & space management in the Washington DC office including maintenance of all firm properties and other physical assets.
• In collaboration with Operations and IT leadership ensure physical security of the Washington DC office; create distribution and terminate badge access for employees.
• Maintain agreements and schedules for all preventative maintenance and facilities related tasks.
• With approval from the Partners in Charge and Director of Operations execute the assignment of offices/workspaces purchasing and the movement of general office furniture and other items in personal offices and work areas as needed.
• Coordinate safety training including CPR Fire Marshall etc.

Meeting Event & Reception Services

• Serve as the main point of contact for various on-site events and meetings; develop and ensure execution of procedures and processes for meeting event and reception services in the Washington DC office.
• Work with various stakeholders on planning events attorney meetings client meetings and business services meeting; as needed attend or be on standby for events
• In collaboration with IT oversee conference room management system and resolve conflicts in regard to use of conference rooms.

Office Culture

• Foster collaborative working relationships establishing open communication channels in Washington DC and with colleagues in other offices.
• Oversee and coordinate office level functions/celebrations to promote a cohesive and inclusive office culture.

Qualifications

• At least two years of progressively responsible professional experience; prior experience in legal or other professional services organizations a plus.
• Hands-on experience overseeing all aspects of office operations including facilities management office services (mail copy print fax) food conference and reception services as well as purchasing/office supplies.
• Hands-on team member who prioritizes client service.
• Diplomacy and proven ability to navigate competing agendas or priorities
• Sound judgement and business acumen
• Proven ability to develop and maintain positive and effective relationships with external and internal stakeholders including vendors building management partners lawyers clients and colleagues at all levels departments and offices.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word Excel Outlook and PowerPoint).
• An appreciation for Foley Hoags core values of excellence service ethic collegiality and inclusivity.

Compensation range is $63000 to $79000 commensurate with related experience and qualification. The salary of the candidate selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors including but not limited to internal equity experience specialty and training. The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the firms reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

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