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Cultural & Heritage Special Projects Assistant
Somerville, NJ
Somerset County
Part Time
Posted June 06, 2023
The Somerset County Cultural & Heritage Commission (SCC&HC) is seeking a part time Special Projects Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a highly organized self-starter who is passionate about the arts, cultural heritage, and history. Under the direction of the SCC&HC Manager, the Special Projects Assistant supports the daily operations of the Commission in planning, implementation and administration of Commission programs and services with a focus on grant writing and administration.
Duties and Responsibilities
Essential FunctionsAssist the SCC&HC Manager in the administration of numerous grant programs. Functions include:
Preparing and writing grant proposals, applications, and reports both to secure funding for the SCC&HC and to administer funding for local arts and history programming support
Updating and developing all annual grant program literature and applications
Hosting technical assistance workshops (in-person 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 execution of in-person public events
Interacting extensively with the public, County Department and Division Heads, and other County personnel both in person and on the telephone. This includes preparing and delivering written and/or oral reports during meetings and events.
Serving as an ambassador for Cultural & Heritage to help foster a culture of inclusion for all members, volunteers, and guests.
Performing other related duties as assigned by the SCC&HC Manager and Director of the Office of Planning, Policy and Economic Development.
Requirements
Essential QualificationsBachelor’s degree in the English, 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 minimal 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 quickly apply changes in priority or direction of daily duties.
Ability to exercise judgement and maintain highly confidential or sensitive information.
Valid NJ driver’s license.
Preferred
Knowledge of County policy and procedures.
Experience in grant writing and/or administration
Experience in SAGE; eGMS Reach; grants.gov
