A Project or Program Administrative Assistant provides administrative assistance to a program team or project management team. Organizes files and assists with record keeping and data base management. Manages team calendars and helps to organize meetings and events. Provides administrative support for program activities, financial reports and budgets, grants or project proposals; may help to arrange travel.
Northlight Theatre is now hiring for a Company Management Assistant. The Company Management Assistant will work closely with the General Manager to support Northlight's guest artists while they are in residence. Working under the supervision of the General Manager, this position will assist with contract administration; travel, housing and entertainment arrangements; calendars and contact lists; and provide general administrative support as needed. A full job description is available on our website at www.northlight.org/opportunities. Northlight Theatre aspires to promote change of perspective and encourage compassion by exploring the depth of our humanity across a bold spectrum of theatrical experiences, reflecting our community to the world and the world to our community. A professional LORT D theatre, programming includes a 5play mainstage season, the Interplay new play development series, and a dynamic year-round audience engagement and education program. For more information about the theatre: www.northlight.org.
Qualifications:
Fluency in Google Docs, Microsoft Word, and Excel required. Outgoing, organized, and calm under pressure, while maintaining a sense of humor and a positive, solution-oriented approach. This person must show initiative and have strong written and oral communication skills. Must be able to manage time effectively. Must have valid drivers' license and access to vehicle. Must be able to lift 20+lbs.
Job Location:
This position is onsite at our Administrative Office (820 Church St FL4, Evanston, IL 60201), the Theatre (1012 Church Street, Evanston
IL 60201
), as well as additional locations as assigned.
Schedule & Compensation:
16 hours/week at $18/hour.
Additional Information:
As an equal opportunity employer, Northlight Theatre hires outstanding individuals into every position in the company. People who work with us have a high degree of engagement, a commitment to working effectively in teams, and a passion for the company's mission. We place the highest value on creating a safe environment where our employees can grow and contribute, and refuse to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious belief, sex, age, disability, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, marital status, partnership status, caregiver status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation. Reflecting our commitment to be an inclusive and accessible employer, we welcome applications for all open positions from a diverse applicant pool that reflects our community and programming. How to
Apply:
Qualified candidates should submit an email to humanresources@northlight.org. Please include a cover letter, resume and three listed references saved as a PDF and label your files using the format [FirstName] [LastName] Resume. No phone calls please. Applications requested by 10/2/26, though they will be accepted until the job is filled.
Pay:
$18.00 per hour Expected hours: No less than 16.0 per week
