HRC Administrative and Events Assistant

The Administrative and Events Assistant will assist in providing day-to-day administrative needs for the Humanities Research Center, as well as support with the center's in-person and online events. They will work closely with the Director and the Administrative Coordinator on clerical and administrative tasks such as helping with event planning and logistics, scheduling meetings, and maintaining the center's web and social media presence. Successful candidates will have great communication skills, graphic design, and social media management is a plus.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Answering and directing emails

Managing the center's calendars

Scheduling meetings and taking detailed minutes

Assisting in event planning and coordination

Assisting with budgetary and fiscal management, procurement, and other program support activities

Writing and creating content for social media and newsletters

Maintaining an organized office and ordering supplies

Assisting HRC staff in communications campaigns/projects, as assigned

Required Qualifications:

Proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Proficiency using Google Apps (Calendar, Forms, Drive, Docs, Sheets, etc.)

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

Exceptional guest service skills

Great organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills to run successful gatherings.

Demonstrated ability to work independently, liaise with external organizations, and follow up professionally

Demonstrated ability to prioritize work and handle multiple priorities simultaneously

Demonstrated writing and editing abilities

Proven ability to attend to details and meet deadlines

Ability to work in multiple environments

Demonstrated record of dependability and reliability

Preferred Qualifications:

Undergraduate degree or equivalent work experience

Prior experience as an administrative assistant or executive assistant

Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, and/or MailChimp

Experience managing social media platforms and web-based applications

Please note that this is a part-time, non-benefitted position.