Executive Assistant

About us (and you)

At State Policy Network, we're building an America where personal freedom, innovation, and opportunity empower everyone to thrive. We’re a national nonprofit—but more than that, we’re the connector and champion behind a growing movement of state-based think tanks and partners working toward a freer society. 

That’s where you come in. In this role, you won’t just be a spectator—you’ll be in the thick of it, working alongside bold leaders to ignite durable, state-level freedom movements. Together, we’ll help high-performing, independent think tanks make a real impact—one state at a time. 

How you'll make impact

SPN is seeking a part-time, remote Executive Assistant to support the President & CEO. This role is an exciting opportunity for a highly organized professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys creating clarity and order. You will be responsible for managing priorities, streamlining workflows, and serving as a trusted point of coordination between the CEO and those competing for time and attention. If you’re ready to help maximize the CEO’s time, and in turn, advance liberty across the country, keep reading!  

This role includes competitive compensation to commensurate with experience. Much of SPN’s staff are remote and this position is eligible to work remotely from a virtual office anywhere in the United States.   

• Manage the President & CEO’s calendar and schedule, ensuring time is aligned with the CEO’s priorities. 
• Oversee and prioritize the CEO’s email inbox, flagging important messages, drafting responses, and ensuring timely follow-up.
• Collaborate with CEO to arrange travel, including flights, accommodations, itineraries, and logistics. 
• Serve as an “air traffic controller” for internal teams and external partners seeking face time with the CEO—helping to balance priorities and manage expectations. 
• Coordinate meeting briefs, notes, and follow-ups to ensure the CEO is fully equipped for conversations with staff, donors, partners, and other stakeholders. 
• Support other administrative and strategic tasks as needed to maximize the CEO’s efficiency and effectiveness. 

• Strong organizational and project management skills, with proven ability to manage complex schedules. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prioritize and synthesize information quickly. 
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and judgment in handling sensitive and confidential matters. 
• Comfort with technology and remote tools (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Zoom, Salesforce, or similar CRM). 
• 10-20 hours per week with availability Monday-Friday. 
• Must be able to accommodate a variety of US time zones depending on the travel schedule of the CEO. 
• Travel required 1-2x per year. 

• Are you Mission-Bound? Everything we do at SPN is in service to the restoration of individual rights and self-governance. We pursue excellence in our work and set aside our pride and differences to commit ourselves to this end. 
• Are you Candid and Humble? We give and receive honest and respectful feedback with the assumption of positive intent. We deal with problems and conflict directly with the individuals involved. We are open to challenges, eager to learn, and willing to acknowledge mistakes to improve. 
• Are you Entrepreneurial? We seek opportunities, embrace innovation, and take prudent risk with a bias toward action. We test, fail small, and scale our successes. We’re resilient but also nimble, looking for the potential in every challenge.   
• Are you Relational? Trust and respect are built over time through competence, reliability, and integrity. We establish credibility through meaningful relationships, demonstrating value before expecting influence or partnership. 

Sound like you? 

Qualified candidates should submit a resume and cover letter detailing your interest in the position, SPN’s mission, compensation requirements, and travel availability. 

There is no application deadline for this position. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.