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Director of Events
3 weeks ago
Job Details
Level: Experienced
Job Location: Senator John Heinz History Center - Pittsburgh, PA
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: 4 Year Degree
Salary Range: Undisclosed
Travel Percentage: None
Job Shift: Varied
Description
If you are a proven leader in the special event rental business and have what it takes to make history with one-of-a-kind, magical events, the History Center has the perfect opportunity for you.
The Director of Events is a Department Head level position responsible for the management of the Events Department, which provides nearly $1 million in earned income annually and plays a vital role in the mission of the History Center as a place for special events and celebrations. The Events Director directly supervises two Events Coordinators, an Event Assistant and the Event Operations Manager, and indirectly supervises an Event Operations Coordinator and casual Events Crew. This position is also responsible for business development including marketing and client cultivation; event sales, planning, and execution; and the financial management of the department including forecasting of revenue and expenses. The Director of Events is also charged with delivering extraordinary customer service to internal and external customers alike and maintaining excellent communications within the department and with other departments to comply with museum standards and best practices for facility use and security. In addition to facility rentals to external clients, the Director of Events and the Events department provide room and AV setups for History Center education programs, member events, and internal meetings. The Events Director is also the staff liaison with the catering concessionaire for facility rentals.
This is a full-time, salaried / exempt position reporting to the Vice President & CFO.
QualificationsSkills and Abilities
The successful candidate will be a proven entrepreneurial leader with vision, creativity, and drive; the ability to listen thoroughly and effectively is required and negotiating experience is a plus. The successful candidate will possess exceptional oral communication skills, having the ability to interact professionally and effectively with clients, museum colleagues, outside vendors, and the general public. Experience in planning and managing events in unique venues is strongly preferred.
The Director of Events must be able to demonstrate an understanding of budget management including forecasting revenue and expenses. The Director of Events must have the ability to multitask and manage multiple projects and events at the same time in high-pressure (e.g., weddings) situations. Experience in managing staff from various backgrounds in a wide range of responsibilities is essential. Standard computer understanding with ability to learn new software, as necessary. Must possess an understanding and familiarity with different types of audios visual and sound equipment.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in hospitality, Business, or related field. Minimum of 5 years' experience in event coordination and event sales required; 2- 3 years of relevant supervisory experience is required. Experience in a non-profit or museum setting a plus. Regular evening and weekend hours, and the ability to adapt to a flexible schedule, required.
Why Work at the Heinz History Center?
Be part of a museum recently named the #1 History Museum in America by USA Today and Best Museum in Pittsburgh by readers of Pittsburgh Magazine Rewarding, mission-driven work at a Smithsonian-affiliated Museum that makes a substantial impact in the community. Dynamic workplace located in Pittsburgh's historic Strip District Flexible work schedule Full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance. Paid Parental Leave 403(B) retirement plan Paid time off. Nine (9) paid holidays. Company paid life insurance / LTD. Wellness and Employee Assistance Program Discounts in the Museum Shop and Café Public transportation and parking options nearby