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The American Society of Overseas Research (ASOR) seeks candidates for a full-time Office Coordinator. This in-person position is located at The James F. Strange Center鈥攈eadquarters of ASOR, 209 Commerce St., in historic Old Town Alexandria, VA.

Founded in 1900, the 17吃瓜is a 501(c)(3) non-profit whose mission is to initiate, encourage, and support research into, and public understanding of, the history and cultures of the Near East and wider Mediterranean world, from the earliest times. Please visit聽www.asor.org聽for more information.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Maintain high-quality customer service for our 2,200 members and 16,500 Friends
• Answer the general 17吃瓜telephone and information e-mail account
• Assist with ASOR鈥檚 off-site Annual Meeting (in November of each year) by providing general administrative support including but not limited to, processing payments, answering questions, and making all attendees feel welcome. Travel to the meeting may be required (once per year)
• Provide general office support (e.g., scanning, copying, ordering supplies, and processing mail, orders, and bills)
• Process membership dues, donations, and event registrations in organizational database (Rhythm)
• Assist with membership and donation mailings
• Perform other office duties as assigned; direct report to ASOR鈥檚 Director of Programs (Marta Ostovich)

Qualifications / Skills Needed:

• Associate Degree or equivalent work experience; Bachelor鈥檚 Degree preferred
• 2 years of office experience preferred
• Experience with databases, Microsoft Office, WordPress (or similar), and general office management software required. Experience with social media platforms and website management (using WordPress or similar) strongly preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail; ability to multitask and to prioritize

Compensation and Benefits:聽Hourly pay between $20鈥�24/hr based on experience and qualifications. Benefits include paid vacation, holidays, and sick time; employer retirement contribution after vesting period (currently 6%); and benefit dollars (currently $750 per month).

How To Apply:聽E-mail letter of interest, resume, and contact information for three references to Marta Ostovich at聽programs@asor.org. The letter of interest should discuss how 17吃瓜as an organization fits into the applicant鈥檚 training and career goals. Please include your name and 鈥�17吃瓜Coordinator鈥� in the subject line.

Review of applications will begin January 11, 2024, and continue until the position is filled.