Program Assistant - Museum

OSAGE NATION • Pawhuska, OK

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Program Assistant is an integral part of the museum and supports the efforts and projects of the Museum Director and Collections Manager. The Assistant performs a wide-variety of administrative duties related to operations, customer service, research and other programming that supports the museum’s mission. The Assistant should be a motivated, positive influence and make decisions for the benefit of the museum within the scope of the mission and the position as assigned.

Requirements

• Associates Degree or a minimum of three years proven experience providing administrative support in office environment.
• Some knowledge of Osage history, culture, artifacts and art.
• Proficiency in clerical and computer skills (Microsoft, Excel, databases, etc.) with a broad range of office-related skills and knowledge of computer hardware and software.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently without direct supervision.
• High level of problem solving, organizational, time management, multi-tasking, professional writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Well organized, detail oriented, accurate, punctual, motivated, hard-working, flexible, proactive, and reliable.
• Ability to work well under pressure, with a proven ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Ability to learn quickly and see projects through to completion in a timely fashion.
• High level of personal integrity and high ethical standards, and be committed to best professional practices.
• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
• Must be able to pass drug/alcohol testing.
• Must have a clean driving record – may be required to drive GSA or tribal vehicles.

Nice To Haves

• Basic knowledge of museum practices and methods preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Performs a wide-variety of administrative duties related to operations, customer service, research and other programming that supports the museum’s mission.
• Make decisions for the benefit of the museum within the scope of the mission and the position as assigned.
• Draft professional correspondence.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Maintain a professional attitude and appearance that positively represents the Nation.
• Work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment to meet organizational goals.
• Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Perform simple mathematical calculations.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with volunteers, assistants, supervisors, other departments/agencies and the public.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree