Job PostingExecutive AssistantPart-Time/Non-Exempt
As the national repository of Japanese American history, the Japanese American National Museum (“JANM”) creates groundbreaking historical and arts exhibitions, educational public programs, award-winning documentaries, and innovative curriculum that illuminate the stories and the rich cultural heritage of people of Japanese ancestry in the United States. JANM also speaks out when diversity, individual dignity, and social justice are undermined, vigilantly sharing the hard-fought lessons accrued from this history. A Smithsonian Affiliate and AAM accredited, JANM is located in the historic Little Tokyo district of downtown Los Angeles and conveniently located across the street from the Little Tokyo/Arts District Metro Station for Lines A & E.
The Executive Assistant is responsible for supporting the communications, meetings and logistics functions for the Executive Office by providing administrative support to the Executive Office, which includes the President and CEO, the Chief Impact Officer and Chief Financial Officer.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of experience and education. At least 5 years of advanced professional administrative assistance experience and 3 years of successful project management experience. Experience coordinating both on-site and off-site meetings, conferences and special events. Previous experience working in complex nonprofit environments such as museums or universities with volunteers and board members desired. Experience working in a diverse, multi-cultural environment is preferable. Able to deal with confidential matters. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail is required. Knowledge of Japanese American/Asian American history and culture a plus.
Tech savvy – facility with spreadsheets, databases, online research and donor tracking and presentation software is required. Facility with MS Office, Google suite and Zoom. Will require occasional weekend and evening hours based upon Executive Office events. Schedule 25 hours per week, Monday – Friday. $26.00 to $28.00 per hour DOE. Visit janm.org for full job description and application form. EOE.
Benefits: Free On-Site parking, 403b retirement with matching, complimentary contributing level membership, sick time, 2 weeks’ vacation time, 17 holidays, and discount in Museum Store and on-site Chado Tea Room.
Submit: Cover Letter, application and resume with references
Japanese American National Museum
Attn: Human Resources
Re: Executive Assistant PT
100 N. Central Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012
No Phone Calls Please