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LAPL Seeks Cultural Programs Assistant

July 18, 2006

Los Angeles, CA

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Position: Cultural Programs Assistant
Cultural Programs Department
Library Foundation of Los Angeles

Background: The Library Foundation of Los Angeles was
founded in 1992 to encourage private support through
memberships, corporate sponsorships, gifts, trusts, and
bequests for the benefit of the Los Angeles Public Library.
The Cultural Programs Department of the Library Foundation
produces on a yearly basis over seventy public
programs˜author readings, lectures, discussions, and
performances.

Open Position: Cultural Programs Assistant
Job requires on average two evenings a week and occasional
weekend days.

Bachelor’s degree with a major in Humanities, Communications
or related discipline preferred.

Requirements: The ideal candidate has successfully
demonstrated the ability to handle a variety of
administrative duties, and to work well independently and
creatively under pressure. An interest and knowledge of
current affairs, literature, and the arts is essential.
Attention to detail, excellent interpersonal and written and
oral communication skills is a must. Computer skills,
library research skills, basic graphic design and prior
public programs experience preferred. Web design skills a
plus.

Description: Under the supervision of the Cultural Programs
Director, with additional supervision by the Cultural
Programs Outreach Manager, the Cultural Programs Assistant
provides administrative support for the Cultural Programs
office and coordinates logistics for programs, including box
office fulfillment. Assistant will also interact with
visiting authors, performers, and the general public.

General office duties as assigned, including: corresponding
with Cultural Programs speakers, vendors, and constituents
and maintaining office supplies. Data entry and maintenance
of archives and cultural programs database. Maintenance of
Cultural Programs mailing lists. Basic research on possible
speakers and funders. Assistance with writing materials for
mailings and distribution to the public. Interface with
various Library and Library Foundation departments including
Special Events, Library Store, Development, Audio-Visual
Services, Security, and Facilities Maintenance.

Full-time position, competitive salary with benefits.
Potential for advancement.
To apply, please send cover letter and resume by Monday,
July 24.
Email: aloudoutreach@lapl.org
When emailing, please put Cultural Programs Assistant in the
subject line.

Regina Su Mangum
Outreach Manager, Cultural Programs
Library Foundation of Los Angeles
Central Library
630 West Fifth Street
Los Angeles, CA 90071
(213)228-7268 vmail
aloudoutreach@lapl.org