Arts Office & Events Assistant: Admin & Events Support

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Winter recess

Healthcare: Medical/Dental/Vision

On-campus fitness facility

403(b) retirement plan

Salary continuation for disability

Tuition exchange

Job summary

The Chronicle of Higher Education, Inc. in Schenectady, NY, seeks an Arts Office and Events Assistant to perform administrative tasks, support the Arts Department Coordinator, and assist Music, Theater & Dance, and Visual Arts with day-to-day operations. The role also involves supervising work-study students in a busy main office.

This onsite, full-time 10-month position requires 37 hours/week, Monday–Friday, with occasional evenings for performance support. Benefits and union details apply.

Qualifications

• Associates degree with 3+ years of office support experience.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Google Apps.
• Familiarity with design software and social media platforms.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work with a large and diverse group.

Responsibilities

• Serve as first point of contact in main office and assist visitors.
• Publicize events for Music, Theater & Dance, and Visual Arts.
• Manage box office duties and supervise work-study students.
• Coordinate office tasks: supplies, rooms, catering, and travel.

Skills

Office support

Communication

MS Office

Google Apps

Graphic design

Social media

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Apps

Job description

The Chronicle of Higher Education, Inc. in Schenectady, NY, seeks an Arts Office and Events Assistant to perform administrative tasks, support the Arts Department Coordinator, and assist Music, Theater & Dance, and Visual Arts with day-to-day operations. The role also involves supervising work-study students in a busy main office.

This onsite, full-time 10-month position requires 37 hours/week, Monday–Friday, with occasional evenings for performance support. Benefits and union details apply.