Executive Assistant for Director of Small Nonprofit (Austin-based only)
Human Potential Center · Austin, TX
- On site
- Volunteer
- $40,000 / year
- Austin, TX
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Job highlights
- Part-time Executive Assistant role supporting a nonprofit.
- Flexible 20-hour work week with adaptable scheduling.
- Work in a friendly, relaxed, and supportive environment.
- Assist with wellness programs and a mobility product initiative.
- Gain valuable nonprofit experience for future career growth.
About the role
About Human Potential Center
Founded in Austin in 1986, The Human Potential Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit educational organization. As a nonprofit, many of our events are free, so there are plenty of opportunities for everyone to get involved. Humanistic psychology asks, "What are people like when they are at their very best?" We aim to answer that by living in a way that is as creative, loving, genuine and playful as possible. The Human Potential Center is a Fitness Center for the Mind and Heart, whose mission is to create an emotionally-healthy community that sparks the Creativity, Love and Playfulness of the Human Spirit.An Executive Assistant's job may be similar no matter where you work, but the work situation here at The Human Potential Center is likely to be very different! You'll be around easygoing, friendly people who actively want you to be doing what you love and are committed to helping you achieve your dreams.
Because we are a small nonprofit, you will know everyone and be able to do your work in a relaxed environment. If you have questions, someone will be around to help.
You can largely decide on when you'd like to schedule your 20 hours per week, and take breaks whenever you wish. We would just need to make sure you have access to a computer and, at first, make sure someone is around to show you the ropes.
In the process, you'll be supporting our wellness-oriented programs and classes as well as our work providing mobility products for disabled persons through GoodwheelChairs.org. You'll also obtain some great experience working in a nonprofit that you can use on future resumes.
Job Description
Here's a more detailed job description. We hope you join our small group of cheerful co-workers!Key skills/competency
- Executive Assistant
- Nonprofit Operations
- Administrative Support
- Event Support
- Program Support
- GoodwheelChairs.org
- Austin Nonprofit
- Time Management
- Communication
- Computer Access
Skills & topics
- Executive Assistant
- Nonprofit
- Administrative Support
- Austin
- Part-time
- Wellness Programs
- GoodwheelChairs.org
- Small Nonprofit
- Community
- Flexible Schedule
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight administrative, nonprofit, and organizational skills relevant to an Executive Assistant role.
- Craft a compelling cover letter: Express your passion for the Human Potential Center's mission and your fit for a small nonprofit environment.
- Prepare for a relaxed interview: Be ready to discuss your experience and how you align with the organization's values of creativity, love, and playfulness.
- Emphasize flexibility: Showcase your ability to manage a 20-hour work week and adapt to a less formal structure.
Technical preparation
Ensure computer and internet access.,Familiarize yourself with basic office software.,Understand nonprofit operations basics.,Review GoodwheelChairs.org's mission.
Behavioral questions
Describe your ideal work environment.,How do you handle flexible work arrangements?,What does 'humanistic psychology' mean to you?,How would you support a wellness-focused mission?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the work arrangement for the Executive Assistant role at Human Potential Center?
- This is a part-time position requiring 20 hours per week, with flexibility in scheduling. While not explicitly stated as remote or on-site, the description emphasizes a relaxed environment where you'll know everyone, suggesting a preference for on-site presence, especially during the initial training period. Access to a computer is required.
- What specific duties will the Executive Assistant perform for Human Potential Center?
- The Executive Assistant will provide administrative support, assist with wellness-oriented programs and classes, and support the work of GoodwheelChairs.org, which provides mobility products for disabled persons. You'll be part of a small team in a nonprofit setting.
- What kind of work environment can I expect at the Human Potential Center?
- The Human Potential Center fosters a friendly, relaxed, and supportive environment. The team is described as easygoing and committed to helping you achieve your dreams, making it a unique and positive place to work, especially for an Executive Assistant.
- How much flexibility is there in the schedule for this Executive Assistant position?
- There is significant flexibility for the Executive Assistant role. You can largely decide when to schedule your 20 hours per week and take breaks as you wish, provided you have computer access and initial guidance.
- What is the mission of the Human Potential Center, and how does the Executive Assistant contribute?
- The mission is to create an emotionally-healthy community that sparks Creativity, Love, and Playfulness. As an Executive Assistant, you'll contribute by supporting wellness programs and initiatives that embody these values.
- Is this Executive Assistant role suitable for someone looking to gain nonprofit experience?
- Absolutely. The description explicitly states that you'll obtain great experience working in a nonprofit that you can use on future resumes, making it an excellent opportunity for career development in the nonprofit sector.