Description: Responsibilities
Website Updates (WordPress): Maintain and update the PAG member directory, including creating new member profiles and editing existing ones. Basic WordPress familiarity required; no coding necessary.
Social Media Management: Create and schedule posts on Facebook and Instagram to promote member news, events, and preservation-related content. Consistent, thoughtful voice preferred over high volume.
Event Coordination: Support the planning and logistics of approximately four events per year, including vendor coordination, venue communication, and day-of details as needed.
Member Email Newsletter: Draft and distribute a monthly email newsletter to PAG members covering upcoming events, member project spotlights, and relevant industry news. Familiarity with Mailchimp or similar platforms is a plus.
Inquiry Response: Monitor and respond to website and general inquiries (approximately 10 per month), routing questions appropriately and representing PAG in a professional, welcoming manner.
Annual Dues Collection: Manage the annual member dues process, including reminders, tracking, and follow-up as needed.
SWAG & Member Materials: Oversee the design and production of PAG branded merchandise (hats, pins, pens, t-shirts, etc.) in coordination with vendors.
Vendor & Contractor Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for PAG’s service vendors including Vimeo, SiteGround, videographers, caterers, and others as needed.
Ideal Candidate
Organized, dependable, and comfortable working independently with minimal supervision
Strong written communication skills — warm, professional, and clear
Comfortable with WordPress, social media platforms, and basic email marketing tools
Able to manage multiple small tasks across a monthly cycle without dropping the ball
Genuine interest in arts, craft, preservation, or history is a meaningful plus
Prior nonprofit or membership organization experience is welcome but not required
Local to Portland or willing to be available for occasional in-person event support (preferred, but not required)
Apply: Please send the following to info@presevationartisans.org with the subject line “PAG Virtual Assistant Application”:
A brief note (not a formal cover letter — just tell us a little about yourself and why this role appeals to you)
A resume or summary of relevant experience
Your hourly rate or monthly retainer expectation
Any links to social media accounts, websites, or projects you’ve managed (if applicable)
To apply for this job email your details to info@presevationartisans.org
