Program Assistant — Education Programs

Job overview

The Program Assistant — Education Programs role is an onsite position in Charlottesville, VA, with in-office or on-site work required and flexibility in work schedules encouraged. The posting lists pay of $17 per hour, with overtime at $25.50 per hour for hours over 40 per week. Rare Book School provides specialized instruction related to understanding and preserving cultural heritage artifacts. The assistant supports the Programs department in delivering in-person and online courses. The role coordinates course logistics, materials, communications, registration, events, and related arrangements so faculty, applicants, and participants can take part in well-organized programs.

What you'll do

• Support logistics for online, Charlottesville, and partner-institution course sessions
• liaise with faculty about course materials
• print and bind workbooks and prepare other materials
• communicate with faculty, applicants, sponsors, and program contacts
• assist with classroom setup, registration, receptions, housing coordination, and catering for Charlottesville courses
• facilitate connections with University of Virginia departments and students
• may travel to support a course session in another city
• perform other program-related duties as needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

program assistant

education programs

course logistics

event coordination

rare book school

charlottesville va

$17/hour

overtime $25.50/hour

part-time

temporary appointment

summer schedule

weekend work

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Temporary appointment through mid-August 2027, with potential renewal; 10–20 hours per week during fall and spring semesters and 40–50 hours per week during summer; must be based in Charlottesville for summer; longer hours, including weekends, may be required during summer class sessions; students are welcome to apply.

About the employer

Book Arts Press Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Educational Support Services. Sector: 61.