Furious Flower Office Assistant - FWS
About The Position
In support of Furious Flower Poetry Center's mission, academic programming, and archives, the Furious Flower Office Assistant will contribute to the operations and care of our Center at Cardinal House, 500 Cardinal Drive. This role will provide key assistance to our Office & Communications Coordinator in the management of Furious Flower's office space, events, inventory, gallery, and library housed at our facility. The Furious Flower Office Assistant will also contribute to special operations projects which enhance the efficiency, functionality, and prestige of Furious Flower Poetry Center.
Requirements
- Previous relevant experience in an office or academic department environment required
- High level of time and schedule management skills required
- High level of organization and communication skills required
- Computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications (particularly Excel) and ability to learn new platforms and applications needed
- Self-motivation with the ability to complete tasks independently and with minimal supervision necessary
- A commitment to teamwork, respect, care, and responsibility is a must
- Ability to work effectively with a diverse array of Staff, Faculty, Students, Community Members, and Visiting Poets required
- Problem-solving with a demonstrable track record of providing solutions, suggesting improvements, and creative thinking strongly preferred
- Must be Federal Work Study eligible.
Nice To Haves
- A personal interest or academic pursuit in creative writing, poetry, literature, organizational management, or nonprofit management is preferred but not required
- Familiarity with Furious Flower Poetry Center events, workshops, and/or facility a plus!
Responsibilities
- Assist in tracking and replenishing of Furious Flower Poetry Center office and promotional inventory
- Under the direction of the Office & Communications Coordinator, facilitate new organization and storage systems, office processes, and efficiencies
- Aid in preparations for visiting poets and events such as Furious Flower's Reading Series, Workshops, and First Fridays at The Broadside Gallery by assisting in Center preparations and communications
- Assist in preparing the Furious Flower Poetry Center for the office move to the new Carrier Library
- Contribute to Furious Flower Poetry Center's atmosphere of teamwork, care, and innovation
- Other operational and administrative tasks as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
