{"id":6158,"date":"2022-10-13T14:48:57","date_gmt":"2022-10-13T21:48:57","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/advis104\/?p=6158"},"modified":"2022-10-13T14:54:16","modified_gmt":"2022-10-13T21:54:16","slug":"6158","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/advis104\/2022\/10\/13\/6158\/","title":{"rendered":"Photographic Center Northwest – Seeks Administrative Associate"},"content":{"rendered":"

Administrative Associate | Job Description<\/strong>
\nPhotographic Center Northwest (PCNW) is an education institution teaching people how to see. Through our 53-credit Certificate Program, classes and workshops, free exhibitions and public programs, and publicly accessible photographic facilities we teach the history and future of photography. Learn more about PCNW at www.pcnw.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

PCNW is hiring for an Administrative Associate to serve in front desk administration and as support to other PCNW staff and faculty. We are looking for a highly responsible, detail-oriented, organized individual who is great with people. This individual presents as the \u201cface\u201d of our organization, being the first point of contact with PCNW for many. Responsibilities range from registering students for classes to processing memberships to answering questions and providing information about our exhibitions. We seek someone who is positive, proactive, detail-oriented, outgoing, and is effective working independently and as part of a team. The ideal candidate has customer service experience, is organized, and is comfortable speaking with our community members\u2014from volunteers to major donors. NOTE: In compliance with Washington State guidelines for institutions of higher education, all staff, faculty and students must be vaccinated for COVID-19. This may change with changes in Washington State mandates and guidelines.<\/p>\n

Essential Job Duties<\/strong>
\n\u25cf Provide excellent customer service
\n\u25cf Orient visitors to PCNW and to current gallery exhibitions
\n\u25cf Promote and transact gallery sales, membership, facility rental and class\/workshop registration
\n\u25cf Maintain consistent communication with other front desk staff and program staff to ensure our programs and facilities are running smoothly
\n\u25cf Opening and Closing duties, including reconciling the till and compiling deposits
\n\u25cf Manage a multi-line phone system and respond to messages in a timely and friendly manner
\n\u25cf Accurate use of our POS \/ QuickBooks system, including cash and credit card transactions
\n\u25cf Assist clients and students with questions about our facilities (darkroom, studio and digital labs) and programs
\n\u25cf Enforce safety and other rules and regulations
\n\u25cf General light cleaning and organization of office areas<\/p>\n

Required Qualifications<\/strong>
\n\u25cf Customer service experience
\n\u25cf Experience with a POS system, QuickBooks and\/or handling financial transactions
\n\u25cf Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Word and Excel) and basic data entry
\n\u25cf Experience working effectively in positions requiring multi-tasking and good organization skills
\n\u25cf Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
\n\u25cf It is essential that the person in this role is reliable: a dedication to being on time, present during shifts, and completing the job requirements
\n\u25cf Ability to accomplish the physical aspects of the position, which may include lifting up to 50lbs, standing and sitting for long periods, climbing ladders, and cleaning.<\/p>\n

Preferred Qualifications<\/strong>
\n\u25cf Minimum one year of administrative experience, but willing to train the right person
\n\u25cf Familiarity with Google Suite (i.e. Gmail, Drive, Google Docs)
\n\u25cf Enthusiasm for a fast paced work environment and troubleshooting
\n\u25cf Willingness to market and promote PCNW and our programs
\n\u25cf Comfortable with approaching and welcoming visitors, and being outgoing with assisting others
\n\u25cf Self motivated with a positive attitude and openness to helping other team members<\/p>\n

Pay Rate<\/strong>
\nHourly Rate: $17.27
\nHours<\/strong>
\nWeekly: 20 hours; mix of weekday (Monday – Thursday) and weekend (Saturday – Sunday) shifts.
\nPCNW is open to the public Monday\u2013Thursday 12-9pm, Saturday and Sunday 12-6pm. We do our best to coordinate and maintain as consistent a schedule as possible, and will discuss options during the hiring process. Some flexibility is required.<\/p>\n

Benefits<\/strong>
\nPCNW provides majority employer-paid health insurance, plus vision and dental, generous paid time off, and holidays after a 90-day trial period. Other benefits include: free use of PCNW facilities; free tuition in classes and workshops; discounts on gallery purchases, and a parking pass. Preferred start date: November 1, 2022 with potential for training to begin the week prior.<\/p>\n

Reports to: Registrar<\/strong>
\nApply | Priority Deadline: October 3, 2022<\/strong><\/p>\n

Applications accepted until position is filled, with priority consideration given to those received by October 3, 2022. Send your cover letter and resum\u00e9 to opportunities@pcnw.org, with the subject line: \u201cAdministrative Associate Position at PCNW\u201d. Please no phone calls or other inquiries. We will be in touch if we are interested in scheduling an interview. Women, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ identifying individuals are encouraged to apply. PCNW is an equal opportunity employer. PCNW does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, political orientation, political ideology, age, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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