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International Spy Museum Exhibitions and Programs Associate
Full Time Exempt
Job Posting active through Monday, 22 August.
 
Summary
Provide administrative and programmatic support to Exhibitions and Programs Department staff at the International Spy Museum.

Essential Responsibilities
Handle logistics, set-up, and follow-up for public programs including purchasing supplies, photocopying materials, writing and proof-reading materials, greeting and registering program participants, drafting thank you notes, sending follow-up information and materials. Coordinate with other departments, to ensure that programs are properly equipped.  Compile data and perform research and analyses on programs.  

Track public program ticket sales and provide program managers with accurate and up-to-date information. Serve as primary contact regarding Museum programming to Ticket Master and to other Museum department staff.

Respond to public inquiries relating to Museum content and events, including special exhibitions, collections, and programs.  

Assist in the writing and production of program marketing materials.  Serve as primary liaison to contract designers.  Facilitate logistics of all printing and mailing of communiqués and other materials.  

Assist with program development and teaching.  Actively participate in all department brainstorming and planning meetings and contribute creative ideas for programs. 

Draft and prepare error-free, properly formatted correspondence, memorandums, and reports.  Assist in preparing and monitoring budget.  Maintain education department databases and files.  

Ensure all documents and briefing materials are prepared prior to scheduled meetings.  Attend meetings, prepare comprehensive minutes in a timely manner, and monitor post-meeting follow-up.

Administer and/or perform other department-specific tasks to ensure effective and efficient operations.

Minimum Education Required
College degree in museum education, museum studies, administration, or related field preferred.

Minimum Experience Required
Three years education or administrative experience, preferably in a Museum.  Proficient in Word, Excel, Access, MS Office software, desk-top publishing, email, and Internet.

Skills and Attributes
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong planning and organizational skills
Strong analytic skills
Excellent grammar and proofreading skills
Excellent follow-up skills
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work with multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines
Proven ability to work collaboratively with others
Good problem solving and creative thinking skills
Ability to exercise sound judgment
Ability to make timely decisions
Strong customer-service orientation

To Apply:
Please send cover letter and resume to [log in to unmask] by Monday, 22 August, or snail mail to:
Nina Simon
International Spy Museum
800 F Street NW
Washington DC, 20004


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