Primary Purpose |
Provides New England Young Writer's Conference and its Coordinating Committee with professional secretarial assistance.
Manages the admissions process and organization of the New England Young Writer's Conference.
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Responsibilities |
Works cooperatively with others and accepts direction from supervisors.
Provides secretarial assistance to the Director and Assistant Director.
Oversees the budget.
Maintains files.
Answers phone and written inquires.
Sends out information and prepares mailings.
Processes applications and fees.
Manages logistics before and during the actual conference in May.
Coordinates the conference publicity. Prepare and mail the conference brochure and application. Update mailing list.
Process student applications and coordinates the review of the applicants submissions. Gathers data and makes final acceptance decisions.
Coordinates the conference recruitment and chaperone scheduling.
Coordinates the conference food/catering.
Coordinates all conference housing.
Responsible for acquisition and sales of NEYWC merchandise.
Oversees and coordinates the production of the annual anthology and other materials.
In consultation with Director, prepares and distributes agendas for NEYWC monthly meetings.
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Education & Training |
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Associate's degree required. Bachelor's degree preferred. Writing experience (creative writing) preferred.
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Experience |
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2-3 years previous work in an office setting and experience with high school students.
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Knowledge |
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Familiarity with Mac computer environment very helpful. Typing skills necessary.
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Other |
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