Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Training & development

Operations Administrator

20-25 hrs. per week

On-site

Occasional evening or weekend hours may be required for events

Role Description

Columbus Area Arts Council is seeking a part-time Operations Administrator to provide essential on-site support for our mission to serve the community through arts and culture. This role supports communications and public engagement, information and data management, program logistics, and fundraising administration.

Responsibilities

Communications and Public Interface

Answer and route routine communications, i.e. phone and email, ensuring timely responses, forwarding, and follow-up

Receive, route, and send mail, packages, and artwork

Receive visitors and maintain office presence

Manage internal calendar and scheduling

Data Management and Administrative Support

Support digital filing, recordkeeping, and document organization

Enter and maintain accurate data across organizational systems

Program Support

Assist with program logistics and administrative tasks

Run errands such as deliveries and materials pickup

Provide event-related support as needed

Fundraising and Donor Support

Support routine fundraising and donor stewardship activities

Assist with donor data entry, updates, and list management in the CRM

Support preparation of acknowledgment letters, thank-you emails, and mailing materials for gifts and sponsorships

Support event-based fundraising logistics, including guest lists, RSVPs, and day-of support

Assist with assembling fundraising materials and reports for meetings, mailings, and campaigns

Competencies

This role would be a great fit if you are:

Friendly, professional, and comfortable communicating with a wide range of people

Organized and detail-oriented, with strong follow-through

Observant and proactive, able to anticipate needs and take initiative

Flexible and calm in a dynamic, creative environment

Supportive and collaborative, with a strong interest in contributing to a mission-driven organization

About CAAC

The Columbus Area Arts Council is a non-profit organization that enriches the community through arts projects and programs, including exhibitions, events, local artist development initiatives, and grants to artists and organizations. We provide resources and develop strategies that impact local culture and quality of life. --> www.artsincolumbus.org/work-with-caac