GetDowntown Program Assistant

The following PART-TIME position posting will be open through Wednesday, September 16, 2026: GET DOWNTOWN PROGRAM ASSISTANT TEMPORARY (3 MONTHS) Pay Rate: $21.50 Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The get Downtown Program provides commuting programs and services to downtown Ann Arbor employees and employers. A program of The Ride, get Downtowns partners include the City of Ann Arbor and the Ann Arbor DDA. The Program Assistant supports existing and new programs that encourage commuters to travel by bus, bike, carpool, walking, and more to reduce traffic congestion. The focus of the work will be customer communications, program support, and data entry.

The Program Assistant can expect to interact with professionals in the government, nonprofit, and business arenas. Skills practiced during the position will relate directly to careers in business, marketing, communications, public administration, sustainability, urban planning, and public relations.

• Communicate with stakeholders by making phone calls and responding to emails
• Manage contact lists and stakeholder information in Microsoft Excel
• Proofread written materials
• Prepare content for social media and newsletters
• Coordinating or supporting events including organizing event materials
• Representing the program at local meetings and events
• Note taking during staff and committee meetings

These examples are intended merely as illustrations of the various types of work performed. Employees are required to perform other related functions as assigned. Please note duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.