Special Events Supervisor
Special Events Supervisor
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Job Description
Title: Special Events Supervisor
State Role Title:PR & Mktg Mgr I
Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience
Pay Band: 4
Agency: The Science Museum of Virginia
Location:Science Museum of Virginia
Agency Website: Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The Science Museum of Virginia is seeking a dynamic event Special Events Supervisor to lead the day-to-day operations of our Events team and ensure flawless execution of private and public events at the Museum.
In this fast-paced immersive environment youll supervise staff manage budgets grow sales through creative rental packages and build strong client and vendor relationships. Youll play a key role in event planning and execution from inquiry to breakdown while maintaining high standards of safety service and guest experience. This role is perfect for someone with a passion for events exceptional leadership skills and a talent for strategic thinking.
If youre ready to shape unforgettable experiences and take our events to the next leveljoin us!
Benefits
The position offers a competitive benefits package including medical dental vision FSA HRA HSA life insurance 457 and pension plan short and long-term disability and employee assistance program. The Science Museum has a generous paid time off policy including vacation leave four days family & personal leave eight sick days per year and 13 paid holidays.
Minimum Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have considerable knowledge of special event operations including event planning setup and strike client relations and sales coordination and execution. Possess strong leadership skills including demonstrated success in leading high-performing teams coaching and counseling staff and providing constructive feedback. Demonstrated experience leading diverse teams delegating effectively and maintaining a positive team-focused attitude with a servant leadership approach. Be able to manage multiple priorities under pressure while maintaining a high level of detail. Candidates must be skilled in the use of computers within a GSuite environment and/or have experience with automated software. The ability to work both independently and as part of a team is essential. Must be able to work evenings weekends and holidays as needed.
Additional Considerations
Experience in customer service or high-level hospitality is highly desirable as is proficiency with event management or CRM software.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
The Science Museum of Virginia will accept ONLY online applications for all Science Museum employment opportunities. To be considered for this position you must submit a Commonwealth of Virginia application or resume through the on-line Virginia Jobs (RMS) employment site no later than 11:55 p.m. on the closing date listed. If the position is an open until filled recruitment; the position will remain open for a minimum of 5 workdays or until the position is filled. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and additional qualifications stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application; therefore it is essential to provide detailed information. Submitting an application lacking in detail may impact your interview eligibility. The RMS website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration. Please refer to your RMS account for the status of your application and this position. Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment within 90 days of the closing date. Computers are available for applying for jobs in public libraries and the Virginia Employment Commission offices.
The Science Museum seeks motivated people of all backgrounds. We value diversity of cultures races and ethnicities gender expressions and abilities. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.
As a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer the Science Museum Welcomes Veterans to apply! We provide hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29 (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application or resume.
Selected candidate(s) must successfully pass a criminal history background check. A record of criminal history does not automatically bar an applicant from consideration. Employment verification will be conducted to include current/previous supervisory employment reference checks.
The Science Museum will record information from each new employees Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
