Administrative Assistant

The Franklin County Historical Society strives to preserve, present, and promote the history of Franklin County, Kansas. The part-time administrative assistant supports FCHS staff members and volunteers by greeting visitors, answering phones, managing and recording memberships and donations, filing and indexing archival documents, and scheduling the one-room school program. Approximately 15 hours a week, 3-5 weekdays a week. There is some flexibility in hours.

Main Responsibilities

• Answering phones and greeting visitors at the Franklin County Archives & Research Center
• Maintaining a staff schedule
• Ordering supplies as needed
• Assisting with copying and mailing projects
• Managing FCHS membership and donor data and correspondence
• Filing and indexing archival documents
• Scheduling and setting up for the Old Depot Museum’s one-room school program
• Occasional assistance with events, light cleaning, organizational or research projects
• Filling in at the Old Depot Museum reception desk if needed

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently
• At least one year of experience as an administrative assistant, desk clerk, cashier, etc. preferred
• An associate’s degree or higher preferred
• Demonstrate an interest in and willingness to learn about local history
• Ability to engage with ALL visitors and provide quality customer service and a friendly atmosphere
• Strong reading, writing, verbal communications skills
• Ability to create professional correspondence
• Ability to count money and use a calculator
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, or equivalent; internet browsers; social media; ability to learn new software with training)
• Must show attention to detail
• Access to transportation (This position will involve travel among multiple buildings and running errands.)

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $13.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10.0 – 15.0 per week

Work Location: In person

Salary : $13