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SMC22307

(8,090 posts)
Sun Jul 6, 2014, 08:20 PM Jul 2014

Third Way is hiring an Office Manager.

Last edited Mon Jul 7, 2014, 02:15 PM - Edit history (1)

Third Way represents Americans in the “vital center” — those who believe in pragmatic solutions and principled compromise, but who too often are ignored in Washington.

There are plenty of think tanks in Washington that define the left. And plenty that define the right. But Third Way is the only DC think tank that has been described as “incorrigible pragmatists,” “radical centrists” and “the best source for new ideas in public policy.” If you are curious about Third Way’s work, customer focused, creative, and takes ownership and pride in your work, we’d like you to join us.

POSITION:
Third Way is seeking a full-time Office Manager to manage the day-to-day operations in our Washington, DC, office. As the Office Manager, you will oversee office activities, generate reports, manage costs, assess office needs, recommend solutions, and interface with other Third Way staff. But, we offer much more: the opportunity to learn how think tanks work, the chance to flex your creative muscles by coming up with new solutions to office challenges, and the autonomy to grow and take pride in the work that you do. We are a boutique think tank with a 40+ staff. This position has a significant impact on our success. You will be the “jack of all trades." There is no task too big or too small.

The Office Manager reports to and works with the Vice President of Administration. But, you will interact with everyone from the CEO to the building concierge. First-class customer focus is a must.

Because of the uniqueness of the Office Manager position, the job will be as engaging and as rewarding as you make it. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to be a part of a dynamic team, cares about the big and small details, enjoys creating systems and solutions, and wants to make an impact in their own special way.

http://www.thirdway.org/careers/59#sthash.oIZ7e4TL.dpuf


Have at it, DU!

(Edit: Looks like they received enough resumes and took the page down...)
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Third Way is hiring an Office Manager. (Original Post) SMC22307 Jul 2014 OP
Make connections within the lobbyist wing! Katashi_itto Jul 2014 #1
Be a radical centrist! SMC22307 Jul 2014 #2
I plan on doing it. We arent beating them. Thats for sure. Might as well make money. Katashi_itto Jul 2014 #4
No, we're certainly not. SMC22307 Jul 2014 #5
:) Katashi_itto Jul 2014 #6
looks like a fine avenue to a financially rewarding career as a lobbyist KG Jul 2014 #3
DU Secret Agent inside the DLC PeoViejo Jul 2014 #7
Based on how many proudly wave their pragmatic freak flags... SMC22307 Jul 2014 #8
third way is a repub front - hillary is available, hire her nt msongs Jul 2014 #9
She's already hired, I believe. NYC_SKP Jul 2014 #10
Arne Duncan Doctor_J Jul 2014 #11
Unless Jonah Goldberg and John Bolton are *total* dynamos on the court. (n/t) SMC22307 Jul 2014 #15
Oh shit, they're boutique. GeorgeGist Jul 2014 #12
LMFAO L0oniX Jul 2014 #14
..they just smell that way. Eleanors38 Jul 2014 #17
DUzy! BrotherIvan Jul 2014 #22
I think MannyG works there, maybe he can put in a good word. nt Mnemosyne Jul 2014 #13
And others think he works at Heritage. SMC22307 Jul 2014 #39
He's a hoot! nt Mnemosyne Jul 2014 #44
That he is! (n/t) SMC22307 Jul 2014 #45
"Plenty of think tanks... that define the left." Really? Eleanors38 Jul 2014 #16
Yeah, that jumped out at me, too. SMC22307 Jul 2014 #19
When they get donco Jul 2014 #18
But it's *between* K and L! SMC22307 Jul 2014 #40
So you don't like Centrist politics... brooklynite Jul 2014 #20
Not moderates or even "centrists" --They're Conservative Coporatists Armstead Jul 2014 #21
Bingo Populist_Prole Jul 2014 #24
Third Way Co-Chairs... brooklynite Jul 2014 #25
Thanks for letting us know where you stand BrotherIvan Jul 2014 #23
Third Way is not centrist. Enthusiast Jul 2014 #26
You're entitled to your opinion... brooklynite Jul 2014 #28
Hey, Manny! Can I come work for you? magical thyme Jul 2014 #27
Is the current office manager in charge of the recruiting? Jim Lane Jul 2014 #29
Let's review: DLC/Third Way is "bad" brooklynite Jul 2014 #30
Maybe you should apply - TBF Jul 2014 #34
"The page you were looking for doesn't exist" progressoid Jul 2014 #31
Oh, wait the POLICY ADVISOR - NATIONAL SECURITY position is open! progressoid Jul 2014 #32
I wonder if ANY of the folks accused of being 'third way' have ANYTHING to do with the participants bigtree Jul 2014 #37
Those with principles, ideals, honesty, need not apply. Tierra_y_Libertad Jul 2014 #33
I wonder who resigned - TBF Jul 2014 #35
Heh heh. SMC22307 Jul 2014 #38
Like every Pete Peterson front group, alsame Jul 2014 #36
Thanks for sharing that link. (n/t) SMC22307 Jul 2014 #50
Link does not work. Xyzse Jul 2014 #41
Damn, it did last night. They must have taken it down. SMC22307 Jul 2014 #43
Agreed. Xyzse Jul 2014 #47
Years ago I worked as an office manager... SMC22307 Jul 2014 #48
I can understand. Xyzse Jul 2014 #49
Will the successful candidate need to supply his/her own hip waders, or are they provided? n/t winter is coming Jul 2014 #42
Ooh, I've been looking for a new job IronLionZion Jul 2014 #46
 

Katashi_itto

(10,175 posts)
4. I plan on doing it. We arent beating them. Thats for sure. Might as well make money.
Sun Jul 6, 2014, 08:25 PM
Jul 2014

There is always money in selling out.

SMC22307

(8,090 posts)
5. No, we're certainly not.
Sun Jul 6, 2014, 08:38 PM
Jul 2014

But considering Third Way's position on Social Security, I might stab someone. Best if I stay clear.

SMC22307

(8,090 posts)
8. Based on how many proudly wave their pragmatic freak flags...
Sun Jul 6, 2014, 08:59 PM
Jul 2014

I'd say Third Way has *infiltrated* DU. It would be interesting to do the reverse.

 

Doctor_J

(36,392 posts)
11. Arne Duncan
Sun Jul 6, 2014, 09:55 PM
Jul 2014

He's 3rd Way, and really sucks at the job he has now. And the TW basketball team will be able to kick AEI's ass.

SMC22307

(8,090 posts)
40. But it's *between* K and L!
Mon Jul 7, 2014, 02:03 PM
Jul 2014

Above the Metro, with Morton's across the street for power lunches. Great location, actually.

brooklynite

(94,607 posts)
20. So you don't like Centrist politics...
Sun Jul 6, 2014, 11:05 PM
Jul 2014

Okay, where do you draw the line? Which elected officials and candidates should be drummed out of the Party?

After all, purging the moderates has worked so well for the Republicans...

Populist_Prole

(5,364 posts)
24. Bingo
Mon Jul 7, 2014, 02:39 AM
Jul 2014

I absolutely CAN NOT believe even the most well meaning of democratic party team players don't see this.

It boils down very simply to me, and it pains me to no end to say this, but as I see it, one is either against it, or part of the racket.

brooklynite

(94,607 posts)
25. Third Way Co-Chairs...
Mon Jul 7, 2014, 06:34 AM
Jul 2014

James Clyburn

John Dingell

Ron Kind

Joseph Crowley

Jared Polis

Thomas Carper

Claire McCaskill

Mark Udall

Jeanne Shaheen

Kay Hagan

Chris Coons

Enthusiast

(50,983 posts)
26. Third Way is not centrist.
Mon Jul 7, 2014, 07:01 AM
Jul 2014

Not even close.

Unless you, against all logic, allow them to define centrist.

Third Way is a right wing mechanism created to undermine the Democratic Party.

brooklynite

(94,607 posts)
28. You're entitled to your opinion...
Mon Jul 7, 2014, 07:24 AM
Jul 2014

Since DU doesn't tend to reflect the bulk of the Democratic Party (you know, elected officials and voters), I'll make my own judgement

 

Jim Lane

(11,175 posts)
29. Is the current office manager in charge of the recruiting?
Mon Jul 7, 2014, 07:42 AM
Jul 2014

From Third Way's announcement: "If you are curious about Third Way’s work, customer focused, creative, and takes ownership and pride in your work, we’d like you to join us." (emphasis added)

If you takes ownership, you qualify? Well, I takes pride in my work and I would never writes something like that.

brooklynite

(94,607 posts)
30. Let's review: DLC/Third Way is "bad"
Mon Jul 7, 2014, 07:47 AM
Jul 2014

Hillary Clinton is DLC/Third Way

Elizabeth Warren supports Hillary Clinton

Therefore.....

bigtree

(85,999 posts)
37. I wonder if ANY of the folks accused of being 'third way' have ANYTHING to do with the participants
Mon Jul 7, 2014, 01:48 PM
Jul 2014

. . . listed on that site?

SMC22307

(8,090 posts)
43. Damn, it did last night. They must have taken it down.
Mon Jul 7, 2014, 02:05 PM
Jul 2014

Can't wait to read the bio of the lucky new hire.

SMC22307

(8,090 posts)
48. Years ago I worked as an office manager...
Mon Jul 7, 2014, 02:25 PM
Jul 2014

for a couple of law and consulting firms. One with a K Street address, no less. I was good at it, but found it to be a headache job and moved on.

Xyzse

(8,217 posts)
49. I can understand.
Mon Jul 7, 2014, 02:27 PM
Jul 2014

Though yeah, I can definitely see how much of a headache it could be, particularly for a law or consulting firm.

IronLionZion

(45,463 posts)
46. Ooh, I've been looking for a new job
Mon Jul 7, 2014, 02:16 PM
Jul 2014

and if I get to work here in DC and punch hippies, then why not! JK

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