School Programs Assistant
Location
Omaha, NE | United States
Job description
Job Title
School Programs Assistant
Employment Status
Full Time
40 hours per week, Monday-Friday
Employment Category
Non-exempt
Department
Learning & Engagement
Reporting Responsibility Head of School & Teacher Programs
Position SummaryThe School Programs Assistant provides administrative support and is responsible for booking school tours, monitoring program registrations and requests, and updating website content. This entry-level position is primarily an administrative one with most work completed at a desk (sitting and/or standing). The position becomes available as Joslyn prepares to reopen after a two-year closure for a transformative building expansion and renovation project nears completion.
Major Duties- Oversee school group visits booking process, including scheduling tours, sending confirmations, coordinating with Gallery Teachers, updating customer management system, and communicating with teachers and Museum staff as needed
- Receive and respond to email, phone, and in-person inquiries regarding school programs registration, school tour requests, access and accommodations – following up or routing inquiries as needed
- Assist the Head of School & Teacher Programs to execute teacher programs by monitoring session registrations, preparing necessary documents, providing communication to teachers, and working with Museum volunteers to ensure successful experiences for all participants
- Collaborate with the school and teacher programs team to keep website content current
- Administer the school transportation grants and distribution of digital resources
- Gather and record program participation and other data for grant requests and reports
- Attend relevant educational/outreach events to participate, represent, and promote Joslyn’s school and teacher programs and resources and the Museum at large
- Participate in relevant trainings, webinars, and community gatherings to grow skills and build a professional network
- Be knowledgeable about Museum activities, services, and layout and be willing to assist any visitor and ensure they have a positive experience
- Adhere to policies and procedures as outline in the Employee Handbook
- Other duties related to the Learning & Engagement department as assigned
Qualifications- High school diploma or equivalent; some college experience or an associate or bachelor’s degree preferred
- Excellent data entry skills with a high degree of accuracy
- Excellent communications (oral/written), organizational and customer service skills
- Strong aptitude to learn new software programs
- Enthusiasm/appreciation for the visual arts as well as homeschool, K-12, and higher ed audiences
Salary Starting Salary: $16.75
To ApplyPlease submit a cover letter and resume via email to
[email protected]. Joslyn Art Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer and the Museum is committed to diversity and equal opportunity in its hiring. Qualified candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply for this position. Joslyn offers a competitive salary and generous benefits package.
Joslyn Art Museum is a major regional resource for the collection, preservation, and interpretation of the visual arts. Through its collections, exhibitions, and educational programs, Joslyn Art Museum seeks to foster appreciation and enjoyment of art for the benefit of a diverse regional and national audience.
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