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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $75,000.00 - $80,000.00
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid holidays
Paid vacation
401(k) Plan
Professional Development
Job Description
The California State Railroad Museum Foundation is a renowned nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich history of railroads in California. Located in Sacramento, CA, the Foundation operates the California State Railroad Museum which attracts thousands of visitors annually and offers a range of cultural and educational programs. The Foundation’s mission is to preserve railroad history through interactive exhibits, special events, and engaging educational outreach. One of its most beloved seasonal attractions is THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride, a large-scale holiday event held annually that brings the magic of this classic story to life for families and visitors... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in event management or related field
- 3+ years of experience in event management production management or a related field
- ability to work evenings and weekends especially during THE POLAR EXPRESS Train Ride and other peak periods
- ability to travel occasionally between Sacramento and Jamestown California
- strong organizational and time management skills
- proficiency with event management software and Microsoft Office suite
- excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- ability to lead and motivate teams
- physical ability to lift up to 25 pounds and work in outdoor and uneven environments
Job Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in event management production management or a related field
- experience managing complex events or productions
- demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience
- strong project management and organizational skills
- experience coordinating vendors event logistics and operational planning
- ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Job Duties
- Manage the annual events calendar approximately 20 events each year
- supervise and mentor two Event Coordinators
- assign event ownership and maintain planning timelines
- lead event planning meetings and maintain department planning systems and workflows
- serve as event owner for flagship events approximately 1-2 annually
- oversee event budgets and vendor coordination for all events including THE POLAR EXPRESS Train Ride
- manage museum and train-based event logistics
- conduct post-event evaluations and reporting
- support production planning and develop production timelines and schedules for THE POLAR EXPRESS Train Ride in collaboration with the Director of Events and leadership team
- support onboarding and coordination of seasonal staff and volunteers for THE POLAR EXPRESS Train Ride
- manage day-to-day operational coordination during the run of THE POLAR EXPRESS Train Ride
- troubleshoot operational issues during event nights
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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