Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $44,500.00 - $74,200.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional development opportunities
Flexible work schedule
Job Description
The Perot Museum of Nature and Science is a renowned cultural and educational institution located in Dallas, Texas. Known for its engaging exhibits, cutting-edge scientific research, and community outreach, the Museum offers a wide range of experiences designed to inspire curiosity and learning among visitors of all ages. It serves as a hub for discovery and education, attracting tourists, school groups, and locals alike who seek to explore the wonders of natural history and scientific innovation. As a leader in the museum sector, the Perot Museum combines interactive exhibits with dynamic programming to create memorable experiences that contribute to its... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- minimum of 8 years leadership sales and event role experience
- proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, and Excel
- strong organizational and management skills
- excellent interpersonal and communication abilities
- ability to work flexible schedule including nights, weekends, holidays
- ability to multitask and manage multiple projects
- compliance with attendance rules
- ability to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds
- vision ability to adjust focus and see at close and distance
- proactive customer service orientation
- strong negotiation and sales skills
- ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in business, communications, public relations, marketing, hospitality management or a museum-related field or 8 years of successful leadership sales and event experience
- two to five years of successful sales and customer service experience
- proficient in Microsoft Outlook for email and calendar management
- proficient in Microsoft Word for document creation and editing
- proficient in Microsoft Excel for basic worksheet creation and maintenance
- effective management and organizational skills
- outstanding interpersonal skills with ability to interface at all levels of an organization
- prior experience developing plans, organizing work, and achieving results on schedule and budget
- strong written and oral presentation and communication skills
- proven self-starter capable of multitasking and networking
Job Duties
- Hire, train and develop event staff
- responsible for management of event staff to ensure quality operations and fiscal responsibilities
- create and develop birthday party events
- be open to flexible work schedule including nights, weekends and holidays
- ensure event activities comply with Museum policies and local laws
- manage the Museum's yearly fundraiser "Night at the Museum" with Senior Director
- coordinate space reservations and event setup with Reservations, Catering and Operations
- maintain high-quality communication between clients and Museum staff
- foster repeat business through long-term client relationships
- actively participate in industry organizations
- utilize strong sales and negotiating skills
- develop innovative event setups and décor
- collaborate closely with catering department on event execution
- direct, coordinate, and evaluate events
- manage audio/visual and rental equipment sales as a profit center
- liaise with outside vendors to ensure client satisfaction
- enforce department policies and procedures
- handle all necessary administrative duties of the department
- anticipate departmental needs and forecast results
- maintain monthly budget and visitor feedback reports
- manage calendars including Museum events, catering, and birthday parties
- proactively promote additional sales to meet or exceed budget
- coordinate supervision and operational management of events with other Event Manager
- promptly respond to guest communications within business day
- address patron and staff concerns proactively
- ensure highest quality standards for scheduled events
- prepare and manage monthly forecasts and annual budgets
- collect deposits and payments timely according to policies
- comply with attendance rules
- perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Director of Operations and Events
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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