What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Assistant, Junior School position at Museum of Fine Arts, Houston?
Responsibilities
- Serves as first point of contact for the Glassell Junior School
- Responds to registration inquiries via phone, email and in person
- Updates voice mail and posts announcements regarding start of semester, holidays, school closures, etc.
- Processes student enrollment, tuition payments, misc. sales (aprons, t-shirts, bags) and closes out daily transactions
- Stocks, organizes and distributes classroom and office supplies
- Provides faculty support such as printing / preparing classroom materials, and other duties as needed
- Supervises student drop-off and pick-up; monitors students during arrival, dismissal and during summer lunch breaks
- Monitors and cares for students sent to the office for early pick-up
- Serves as back-up in the classroom, in the event of an absentee or late employee
- Assists with coordinating a variety of projects, functions, and school events to include faculty meetings, scholarship competitions and exhibition openings
- Assists with special projects and other duties as needed
Skills
Education / Experience
About the MFAH
The MFAH is an organization comprised of 600 employees and 1,000 docents and volunteers. The museum is more than 100 years old and ranks nationally among the top 10 art museums in exhibition space, memberships, endowments, and attendance, with 1M visitors annually. Our multifaceted institution includes multiple gallery buildings, a sculpture garden, two art schools, three eateries and two house museums for decorative arts. The encyclopedic collection numbers more than 70,000 works of art in a wide range of media.
As an employer, MFAH offers a supportive, collegial and inclusive work environment and a competitive benefits package.
Position Available
Title : Program Assistant, Glassell School
Classification : Non-Exempt / Hourly
Schedule : 35-hour work week – 9 am to 5 pm
Will include some weekend work (with pay)
Pay Rate : Please see “Compensation” below
Work Location : Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Work will primarily be performed in an office environment. Work will involve extended sitting and computer use. With or without reasonable accommodation, the individual selected must have the capacity to perform effectively all essential functions. In addition to the other demands mentioned, the demands of the job may or will include :
Equal Opportunities for All
At the MFAH, we believe that diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusivity are fundamental to our organization. We welcome all candidates whose experience has prepared them to contribute to our organization and our pledge for workplace diversity, inclusion, and excellence.
Our commitment to our policy and practice of nondiscrimination represents more than good intentions. It provides for employment decisions that are made without regard to race, creed, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law or any other reason unrelated to your ability to join and contribute to our organization and support our mission to provide a museum experience for all.
Research shows that women and individuals from underrepresented backgrounds often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We recognize that it is highly unlikely that an applicant meets 100% of the qualifications for a given role. Therefore, if much of this job description describes you, then you are highly encouraged to apply for this role.
The MFAH is equally committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals interested in employment with the organization. As part of this commitment, we want to ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation needed to 1) participate in the job application or 2) interview process; 3) perform essential job functions; and / or 4) participate in the benefits and privileges of employment with the MFAH. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the human resources department : HR@mfah.org
Benefits :
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, offers an excellent benefits package that includes :
The MFAH provides a generous schedule for time off under the following benefit categories :
Other Benefits
Compensation :
Salary will be commensurate with the applicant's experience and the needs and requirements expressed in the job description. The MFAH has set the pay range for this job and level as a general guideline and not a guarantee of the compensation amount or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, the needs and requirements expressed in the job description, as well as internal equity, and alignment with market data, and any related regulations or other laws.
Application Procedure
Qualified applicants should apply online, which will be the most effective way to ensure consideration. Application materials should include a cover letter, your resume or CV, and if you prefer, a list of references will be accepted but not required at this early stage in the process. Applications or letters of interest sent via mail, fax, or direct email to a staff member will not ensure consideration.
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