POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
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PROGRAM ASSISTANT
Full-time Position
Heritage Preservation, a national nonprofit organization in Washington, DC, is seeking an intelligent, energetic assistant for program work on emergency and other collections care initiatives. Responsibilities include maintaining communications with members of the Heritage Emergency National Task Force (www.heritageemergency.org) and Heritage Preservation’s affiliated organizations; providing administrative support for a new pilot project to help museums prepare for disasters; coordinating marketing activities for key publications and resources; providing research support for funding proposals; organizing and maintaining program files; handling logistics for meetings and travel; and other duties as assigned.
The ideal candidate is well organized and detail-oriented with excellent communications and computer skills. Previous office experience, knowledge of Filemaker or a similar database program, and excellent writing ability are preferred. Experience with meeting management, marketing, or Web sites will be a plus.
This is a one-year grant-funded position with the possibility of extension. Salary is competitive for an entry-level position; please let us know your requirements. Benefits are excellent and include a $40/month transit allocation. Heritage Preservation will not cover relocation costs.
Congenial staff, interesting work, and a convenient downtown location make this a great opportunity. More information on Heritage Preservation is available at www.heritagepreservation.org.
Application is by résumé with a cover letter describing relevant skills, experience, and interest. Deadline April 13, 2008. E-mail application to [log in to unmask] (please put “Task Force” in the subject line) or send to Task Force Staff Search, Heritage Preservation, 1012 14th Street, NW, Suite 1200, Washington, DC 20005.
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Mary
Rogers
Coordinator
Collections
Care and Emergency Programs
Heritage Preservation, Inc.
1012
14th St. NW, Ste. 1200
Washington,
DC 20005