Assistant to Executive Director
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role as an Assistant to the Executive Director at the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center in Charlottesville, VA. The role involves providing critical administrative assistance to the Executive Director, maintaining office organization, and utilizing analytical skills to support Center operations. This position plays a vital role in the Development, Learning and Engagement, and Center for Local Knowledge departments, directly contributing to the success and efficiency of the Executive Director’s initiatives.
Qualifications
Job Requirements
Compensation + Benefits
The position offers a competitive hiring range of $52,000- $62,000 depending on experience and qualifications. The Jefferson School African American Heritage Center provides full medical coverage for the employee, 2 weeks paid vacation after 90 days of employment, and a total of 10 paid holidays off. Join our team and enjoy a supportive, flexible work environment focused on our mission and driven by our values.
Equity Statement
The Jefferson School African American Heritage Center (JSAAHC) strives to build a culture where diversity of all kinds, including diversity in race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, religion, veteran status, physical and mental abilities, political philosophy, socio-economic status and intellectual focus, is viewed as a strategic imperative. The JSAAHC is committed to developing people and ideas that will solve humanity’s toughest challenges. We are called not just to observe, but to participate in the change we wish to see. In confronting issues of racial justice and equity, we aspire to bring forward the very best thinking of our colleagues, our policy and action practitioners. We are eager to contribute meaningfully to this national dialogue, with courage, ambition, humility, and hope.
To Apply:
Please send cover-letter, resume and a list of three references to director@jeffschoolheritagecenter.org
Role Description
Qualifications & Skills
Technical & Software Proficiency
Job Requirements
Key Responsibilities
Development & Donor Relations
Marketing & Communications
Fundraising & Sponsorships
Event Planning & Membership Engagement
Administrative & Organizational Support
Compensation + Benefits
The position offers a competitive hiring range of $52,000- $62,000, depending on experience and qualifications. The Jefferson School African American Heritage Center provides full medical coverage for the employee, 2 weeks paid vacation after 90 days of employment, and a total of 10 paid holidays off. Join our team and enjoy a supportive, flexible work environment focused on our mission and driven by our values.
Equity Statement
The Jefferson School African American Heritage Center (JSAAHC) strives to build a culture where diversity of all kinds, including diversity in race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, religion, veteran status, physical and mental abilities, political philosophy, socio-economic status and intellectual focus, is viewed as a strategic imperative. The JSAAHC is committed to developing people and ideas that will solve humanity’s toughest challenges. We are called not just to observe, but to participate in the change we wish to see. In confronting issues of racial justice and equity, we aspire to bring forward the very best thinking of our colleagues, our policy and action practitioners. We are eager to contribute meaningfully to this national dialogue with courage, ambition, humility, and hope.
To Apply:
Please send a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references to advancement@jeffschoolheritagecenter.org
Heritage Center
Tuesday – Friday 1.00 pm – 6.00 pm
Saturday 10 am – 1 pm
Closed Monday & Sunday