Culture and Arts Program Assistant

Goldbelt Heritage Foundation (GHF) is a nonprofit organization committed to preserving and revitalizing the culture, language, and ways of knowing of the Tlingit people of Southeast Alaska. Through educational programming, language revitalization, arts, and community collaboration, GHF fosters Indigenous knowledge and strengthens cultural identity for current and future generations.

Position Summary:
The Culture and Arts Program Assistant provides entry-level administrative and logistical support for GHFs Culture and Arts program, with a primary focus on assisting with Goldbelt Heritage Foundations adult and family art classes. This quarter-time position helps with scheduling, class setup, materials preparation, and participant support to ensure smooth operations. The role is designed for someone seeking to gain experience in program support and nonprofit operations while contributing to cultural and educational initiatives.

Essential Job Functions:

Program Support
• Assist in preparing and staffing program activities and events for adult and family art classes
• Help with materials preparation and classroom setup
• Provide on-site support during classes and community events as needed
• Administrative Assistance
  • Responsible for record keeping for classes and community events
  • Support data entry, attendance tracking, and basic reporting, as related to classes and community events
• Communication & Collaboration
  • Assist with participant correspondence and posting flyers
  • Time will be split between the office and an official work site, depending on program needs

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to assist with event setup, including moving items weighing up to 25 lbs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• No prior experience required; training will be provided
• This position will work primarily on weekend
• Ability to pass a background check
• Position will be exposed to multiple allergens including cedar and wool (sheep and mountain goat).

• Must be willing to travel to local and regional events via plane, car, ferry, etc. as needed

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in customer service
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) preferred
• Interest in Tlingit art and culture

The salary for this position is $17.50-$20.00 per hour + DOE