Special Projects Assistant - Somerville, United States - Somerset County

Description

_Part Time, 20-25 Hours/Week, Non-Exempt_


Position Summary

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assist the SCC&HC Manager in the administration of numerous grant programs


Functions include:

• Hosting technical assistance workshops (inperson and virtual) to provide grant support
• Exploring potential new grant opportunities for the SCC&HC
• Collecting and maintaining all information and data required for grant reporting requirements

Provide support to arts, cultural and history projects, grants, and other necessary events required by the Cultural & Heritage Commission


This includes:

• Assisting in the planning and execution of inperson public events and developing written materials to be available to the public at such events.
• Assisting with installing artwork in the Cultural & Heritage Gallery during exhibit rotations.
• Assisting with the planning and execution of Somerset County's celebration of the 250th anniversary of America's independence, otherwise known as the Semiquincentennial.
• Performing other related duties as assigned by the SCC&HC Manager and Director of the Office of Engineering and Planning.
• Serving as an ambassador for Cultural & Heritage to help foster a culture of inclusion for all members, volunteers, and guests.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, the Arts, History, or related field
• Strong writing and editing skills with the ability to analyze and synthesize written material
• Excellent computer skills including intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Ability to communicate at an exceptional level in person, over the telephone and through other forms of electronic communication.
• Must exhibit strong independent working skills with the ability to engage in collaborative work with mínimal direction; but understands when to ask for help or guidance when making critical choices
• Maintains a professional and efficient office environment that projects a helpful, friendly atmosphere.
• Ability to recognize, analyze and solve a variety of problems.
• Ability to exercise judgement and maintain highly confidential or sensitive information.
• Valid NJ driver's license.

PREFERRED

• Knowledge of County policy and procedures
• Experience with arts, cultural heritage, and/or history focused organizations or programs
• Experience in grant writing and/or administration
• Experience in SAGE; eGMS Reach;

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS/WORK DEMANDS

• Professional office setting with direct exposure/interaction with County Officials and the public.
• Position performs in a teamoriented setting; performing a variety of tasks in a fast paced/high pressure environment.
• Works indoors 75% of the time, outdoors 25%.
• Ability to report to work to perform duties in all weather conditions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to operate a variety of office equipment including computers, scanners, telephones, keyboards, copiers, calculators, and other equipment.
• Ability to maneuver between varying offices, conference rooms and locations to perform duties, attend meetings, help run events and Commission activities.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on brief occasions.
• Ability to work outside of normal business hours, as needed

Job Type:
Part-time


Pay:
$17.00 per hour


Expected hours:
per week


Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location:
In person