Outreach Programs Assistant

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General Description

This position is intended to assist the Outreach Programs Manager with the upkeep and updating of Outreach offerings such as traveling trunks and Characters in the Classroom presentations.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and upkeep of the Outreach Internship binder, including keeping track of hours
• Follow the weekly schedule given at the beginning of the semester and send email updates and make weekly meetings
• Building new activities for existing trunks and presentations
• Developing new presentations for outreach
• Research and inventory for trunks and presentations
• Developing email lists, sending emails to educators and schools about Outreach opportunities
• Developing Quick Tip Pages for varying procedures as they arise
• Assist with the organization and execution of Poetry Out Loud regional and state competitions
• Contact GA state social studies coordinators regarding upcoming school programs
• Prep materials for community outreach programs and events
• Attend community outreach events
• Fact check websites for program content and assist with basic department organization and other duties as assigned

Desired Skills and Competencies

• Pursuing a degree in either History or Museum Studies/Public History
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Able to lift 20 pounds over head
• Flexible and comfortable working in a fast paced environment
• Strong organizational skills: the ability to multi-task and maintain focus, organized
• Able to work and complete tasks under a deadline
• Sensitivity to cultural and artistic diversity