Senior Associate

Location: Remote (Anywhere in the United States)

Annual Salary: $87,000-$100,000

Total Compensation Package:

• 5% defined contribution to 401k after one year (not a match)

• $3,000 annual healthcare cost reimbursement (tax-free)

• Five weeks PTO plus 11 paid holidays

• Overtime compensation

• Home office and technology reimbursement

• Merit-based bonus opportunities

Who We Are

At Civitas Strategies, we champion the forgotten backbone of our communities – micro and very small businesses that are vital to families but often lack professional support to reach their potential. For 15 years, we've focused on enterprises like child care providers, offering them free, transformative support using public and philanthropic funding. Our innovative approaches have impacted tens of thousands of organizations across 34+ states, proving that with the right partner, these essential businesses can thrive.

The Opportunity

We're seeking a Senior Associate to drive meaningful impact by managing transformative projects that help small businesses thrive. This role is ideal for an innovative team player skilled in project management, strategic problem-solving, and effective communication – we are willing to train candidates who bring this skill set and are eager to grow. You’ll have opportunities to craft accessible, practical resources, support the development of scalable systems, and guide their delivery for maximum relevance to small business needs. Working closely with a supportive team and senior leaders, you’ll sharpen your skills, contribute to creative solutions, and make a tangible difference in underserved communities.

What You'll Do

• Lead medium- to large-scale projects, coordinating project timelines, deliverables, and project teams to achieve successful outcomes.

• Build and maintain client relationships, ensuring responsiveness and alignment with Civitas Strategies' mission and standards.

• Develop innovative, impactful tools and approaches that support the sustainability of small businesses.

• Represent the company with high-quality presentations, reports, and analyses tailored to client needs.

• Contribute to a positive, inclusive team culture by promoting collaboration and teamwork.

What Makes You a Great Fit

• 3–5 years’ experience in project management and client relations or similar roles.

• Demonstrated ability to manage project teams, meet deadlines, and ensure high-quality deliverables.

• Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving skills, and an ability to think creatively to address client and company needs.

• Skilled in engaging external audiences through presentations, sales communications, training, or public speaking.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.

• Proficiency with remote collaboration tools (Microsoft Office, Zoom, Slack, Monday.com).

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent well-rounded experience.

• Spanish fluency is a plus.

Why Join Us

Be part of a team where your expertise shapes the future of small business support:

• Leadership Development: Shape projects and mentor business owners

• Merit-Based Growth: Your achievements determine your advancement

• Collaborative Innovation: Work across teams to develop cutting-edge solutions

• Direct Impact: See how your work transforms local businesses and communities

Schedule

Set schedule of 40 hours a week, regular business hours Monday-Friday with some evening work offered as needed. 

To Apply

Please send completed questionnaire, found here, two writing samples, and resume to info@civstrat.com with Senior Associate in the subject line. 

Civitas Strategies is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by relevant national and state law.