Office Manager

About the Company

We are a renewable energy and ocean technology company committed to rapidly developing and deploying technologies that will ensure a sustainable future for Earth by unlocking the vast energy potential of its oceans. Our focus is on capturing civilizational levels of ultra-low-cost renewable energy for applications including computing and affordable renewable fuels delivered to shore.

The company is a public benefit corporation headquartered in Portland, Oregon, and backed by leading venture capitalists, philanthropic investors, university endowments, and private investment offices. We operate as an idea meritocracy in which the best ideas change the company's direction on a regular basis.

About the Job

We are commercializing a core technology that will operate in the worst conditions the world's oceans have to offer for years on end without maintenance or human intervention. Delivering on this mission requires not only elite engineering talent but a small but mighty corporate leadership team that works to ensure an environment that runs smoothly, scales intelligently, and frees our team to focus on solving impossibly hard problems.

As Office Manager, you will own, execute and optimize the day-to-day operations of our workplace. You'll lead vendor relationships, manage office systems, oversee safety and access control, and continuously improve how we use and care for our shared space. You will also serve as the face of our headquarters for visitors and staff alike, creating a clean, functional, and welcoming environment.

This is a high-trust role for someone who takes pride in creating order, solving logistical puzzles, and leading with hospitality. You'll work closely with the VP of Operations and cross-functional leaders to ensure our office reflects the excellence and ambition of the people inside it.

Our team of 70 includes team members who have worked at organizations such as SpaceX, Blue Origin, Boeing, Tesla, Apple, Virgin Orbit, Astra, Google, Amazon, Microsoft, New Relic, Bridgewater, Raytheon, Disney Imagineering, and the US Army and Air Force, as well as research universities, startups, and small companies across a range of industries. We strive to be the best engineering team on the planet and we compensate our team members accordingly.

Responsibilities:

Workplace Operations & Facilities Oversight

Visitor & Hospitality Experience

Inventory & Procurement

Mail, Shipping & Deliveries

Safety & Compliance

Space Planning & Event Logistics

Budget & Administrative Support

Qualifications:

Required

Desired

The above qualifications are desired, not required. We encourage you to apply if you are a strong candidate with only some of the desired skills and experience listed.

Additional Requirements

Compensation and Benefits:

If hired for this full-time role, you will receive:

+ Flexible paid time off + Health insurance (the company pays 100% of gold level PPO plan for full time employees, their partners, and dependents) + Dental insurance (the company pays 33% for full time employees and 100% for their partners and dependents) + Vision insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees, their partners, and dependents) + Disability insurance (the company pays 100% for a policy to provide long term financial support if you become disabled) + Ability to contribute to tax-advantaged accounts, including 401(k), health FSA, and dependent care FSA

Location:

This is an on-site position. Our offices are located in Portland, Oregon.