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Library Projects Assistant

George Washington's Mount Vernon

Mount Vernon, VA | Full Time

$96k-129k (estimate)

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$96k-129k (estimate)

Full Time | Arts & Culture 6 Days Ago

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George Washington's Mount Vernon is Hiring a Library Projects Assistant Near Mount Vernon, VA

Library Projects Assistant

Part-Time
Background:
The office of Library Programs at the George Washington Presidential Library provides substantive learning opportunities for a wide variety of audiences. Through a diverse portfolio of publications and programs, we deliver The Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association’s mission to encourage scholarship while educating the widest public audience about the life, leadership, and legacy of George Washington.

Compensation:

$20.00/hour

Expected Hours:

24-30 hours/week

Position-specific Responsibilities:

Provide reliable administrative and logistical support to the Director of Library Programs, including scheduling conference and meeting rooms and the DeVos House scholars’ residence reservations; organizing scholar and speaker travel; processing payables; credit card reconciliation; and assisting with the Library budget process.
Assist the Director of Library Programs with writing, editing, and the development of content for a variety of publications, including brochures, books, and the web.
Provide logistical and administrative support for a wide variety of public and private events at the Library, including speaker needs, conference materials, audio-visual support, catering, etc. Work closely with Mount Vernon’s central Events office to facilitate logistics and support services when needed.
Assist the Director of Library Programs with administering the Library’s fellowship program, including the application and selection process. Act as the liaison to the Washington Library research fellows, prepare for their arrival, provide on-site orientations, support the fellows’ experience at Mount Vernon, and seamlessly manage the DeVos House scholars’ residence.
General office administration, including ordering supplies and overseeing service work requests.
Manage web presence for Library events including creating and editing web content.
Perform basic graphic design in collaboration with the Marketing team.
Manage ticketing system for Library events including inputting, editing, and deleting orders and issuing refunds.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree.
Excellent interpersonal, oral, written, and clerical skills required.
Must be completely proficient with Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Must be organized, detail-oriented, responsible, punctual, personable, able to work well under pressure, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to work creatively and effectively as a member of a team is mandatory.

Special Requirements:
Must work occasional weekends and evenings.
Preferred Skills:
Experience with web design, use of AV technology, and development of digital content for web audiences.

Benefits:

403(b) Retirement plan with employer matching
Employee recognition at 5 years of service
Monthly employee events
Employee referral program
Flexible work schedule
On-site Library
Discount on Public Event Tickets
Discount in the Mount Vernon Shops
Discount at the Mount Vernon Inn and Food Court Pavilion
Free parking

Mount Vernon is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to building and retaining a team that represents a variety of skills, experiences and perspectives. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, performance, and qualifications without regard to race, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, gender/sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, veteran and military status, family or parental status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. Mount Vernon will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.