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Administrative Assistant

9 days leftSeptember 1, 2026Los Angeles, United States

Japanese American National Museum

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About This Opportunity

The Japanese American National Museum (JANM) in Los Angeles is seeking a full‑time Administrative Assistant to provide comprehensive support to its Human Resources & Volunteer Services Office and Finance Department. Responsibilities include managing confidential personnel and volunteer records, database and file maintenance, recruitment activities, benefits administration, accounts receivable reporting, and assistance with museum events. The role requires a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience), at least one year of relevant office administration or management experience, proficiency with MS Office, Google Suite, and HRIS/database systems, and a background and credit check. Knowledge of Japanese American history and culture is a plus. The position offers a competitive hourly wage of $20–$21, benefits including medical, dental, vision, 403(b) retirement plan with matching, flexible spending account, paid holidays, sick and vacation time, free on‑site parking, and museum discounts. Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and references via the online application portal.

What's Offered

Competitive hourly wage ($20–$21), health, dental, vision, 403(b) retirement plan with matching, flexible spending account, 17 paid holidays, sick and vacation time, free on‑site parking, museum store discounts, and Chado tea room access.

Restrictions

Bachelor’s degree preferred; at least one year of relevant experience; background and credit check required; knowledge of Japanese American history and culture a plus; proficiency with MS Office, Google Suite, and HRIS/database systems.

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