Part-Time Administrative Assistant

Lost in New Haven is looking for a passionate, dedicated individual for the part-time position of Administrative Assistant to support the Executive Director and the Director of Development. Join us in celebrating the rich history and vibrant future of New Haven!

Our Mission

Lost in New Haven, Inc. is a new museum, cultural center and event space that fosters community learning and engagement by providing a space at the intersection of art, history and culture to educate, inspire and enrich our understanding of history and ourselves. The museum creates an immersive experience of history through its presentation of an amazing collection of artifacts that tells the story of the creativity and ingenuity of New Haveners over the last 400 years. Its exhibits and programs celebrate tangible history and culture through the materials of manufacturing and commerce, arts and everyday existence. It pioneers an inclusive approach to history, inviting visitors to contribute to this ongoing project by sharing their own stories and experiences.

Position Responsibilities

• Management of all daily office functions. Duties will include management of all museum correspondence and communications including monitoring several Museum email accounts, updating Museum calendar of events and activities, payment of bills, preparation of invoices, filing, and ordering supplies; generation of revenue and expense reports.
• Preparation and coordination of materials (meeting agendas and minutes, PowerPoint presentations and supporting documents) for monthly Board and Board-related Committee meetings. Staff liaison to other departments within LOST.
• Assist in the planning, scheduling, coordinating and staffing of special events, museum programming and activities.
• Provide support to our visitor experience team. On days the Museum is open to the public, duties will also include welcoming visitors and/or tour groups and processing admission and museum store transactions.
• Flexible schedule, but occasional support for evening or weekend events and activities will be required.