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Operations Assistant (Part-Time)
AVA Community Art Center
AVA is seeking a friendly, dependable, and detail-oriented Operations Assistant who has a genuine appreciation for the visual arts and enjoys working in a creative community environment. This part-time position plays an important role in supporting daily operations, engaging with visitors, and helping create a welcoming and inspiring experience for everyone who walks through our doors.
The ideal candidate is personable, proactive, and enthusiastic about supporting a thriving arts community. They are confident assisting customers, organized in managing inventory, and motivated to contribute to a space where creativity and community come together.
Position Overview
The Operations Assistant will provide exceptional customer service, perform retail and exhibition sales, support inventory management, and contribute to a vibrant gallery atmosphere. The ideal candidate values the arts, understands the importance of community cultural spaces, and takes pride in supporting artists and patrons alike.
Schedule: Variable (may require evenings and weekends in coordination with AVA Events and Programs)
Hours: Part-time (approximately 20 hours per week)
Location: AVA Community Art Center, 509 West 2nd Street, Gillette WY 82716
Compensation: Hourly wage up to $16.00/hour based on qualifications
Key Responsibilities
Qualified candidates can apply by submitting a cover letter and resume to [email protected]
AVA Community Art Center
AVA is seeking a friendly, dependable, and detail-oriented Operations Assistant who has a genuine appreciation for the visual arts and enjoys working in a creative community environment. This part-time position plays an important role in supporting daily operations, engaging with visitors, and helping create a welcoming and inspiring experience for everyone who walks through our doors.
The ideal candidate is personable, proactive, and enthusiastic about supporting a thriving arts community. They are confident assisting customers, organized in managing inventory, and motivated to contribute to a space where creativity and community come together.
Position Overview
The Operations Assistant will provide exceptional customer service, perform retail and exhibition sales, support inventory management, and contribute to a vibrant gallery atmosphere. The ideal candidate values the arts, understands the importance of community cultural spaces, and takes pride in supporting artists and patrons alike.
Schedule: Variable (may require evenings and weekends in coordination with AVA Events and Programs)
Hours: Part-time (approximately 20 hours per week)
Location: AVA Community Art Center, 509 West 2nd Street, Gillette WY 82716
Compensation: Hourly wage up to $16.00/hour based on qualifications
Key Responsibilities
- Greet and assist gallery visitors, students, artists, and patrons in a warm and professional manner
- Process retail and artwork sales using AVA’s point-of-sale system
- Maintain accurate inventory records and assist with stock management
- Support merchandising and ensure gallery and retail displays remain clean and visually appealing
- Assist with opening and closing procedures
- Perform general administrative and operational tasks as assigned
- Help cultivate a positive, creative, and welcoming environment that reflects AVA’s mission
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Preferred (but not required): Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Visual Arts, Arts Administration, Business, Marketing, Retail Management and/or Communications
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
- Previous sales experience preferred
- Comfortable operating a point-of-sale system and learning new software platforms
- Proficient with computers and common office software
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Reliable, professional, and able to work independently
- Demonstrated appreciation for the visual arts; experience in an arts, gallery, or cultural setting is a plus!
- Must be at least age 18+ to apply
Qualified candidates can apply by submitting a cover letter and resume to [email protected]
