Culture and Arts Program Assistant

Juneau, AK - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 17 - 20

Posted on: 08-10-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Overview

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 GHFʼs Culture and Arts program with a primary focus on assisting with Goldbelt Heritage Foundationʼs 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.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

OverviewGoldbelt 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 Ind...