Administrative Assistant 

The Social and Public Art Resource Center (SPARC) in Venice, CA is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support daily operations, projects, and programs. An ideal candidate is a college graduate with at least 2 years of work experience in a non-profit and/or office environment. A candidate with a demonstrated interest in public art, muralism, architecture, arts education, civic engagement or social justice is preferred. 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: 

• Administrative and organizational tasks, including scheduling, filing, note-taking, ordering and maintaining supplies, and fielding inquiries via phone, email and in-person
• General budget support, including record keeping and providing assistance for monthly and quarterly reporting
• Communications support, including writing and editing website content, reviewing press releases, and supporting social media
• General support for public art projects and programs that engage community partners, and serve local or national audiences 

Full-time hours: Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week, some weekends required. Must be available to telework and attend on-location work at SPARC in Venice, CA, following all health guidelines and restrictions in compliance with the COVID-19 pandemic.

Qualifications: 

• 2+ years of administrative experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Mac Operating Systems, Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with colleagues
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and creative environment
• Graphic design skills and proficiency in Adobe Creative software preferred
• Proficiency in accounting and e-commerce software (e.g. Quickbooks, Shopify) preferred
• Bilingual candidates (English/Spanish) preferred
• Experience in the nonprofit sector a plus

Please submit a resume, cover letter, three references and two relevant writing samples to jobs@sparcinla.org by September 10, 2021. Please include available days/times for an interview in your cover letter.