Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $35,700.00 - $50,300.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
health care
Dental
Vision
Retirement
Life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
legal insurance
Accident
Critical Illness
Hospitalization
Tuition remission
Holidays
vacation
sick leave
Job Description
Hampton University Museum, located in Hampton, VA, is a renowned institution dedicated to preserving, showcasing, and educating the public about diverse cultural heritages through its extensive collections and exhibitions. Established as part of Hampton University, this museum serves both the student body and the larger community by offering unique educational programs, cultural events, and outreach initiatives that aim to foster understanding and appreciation of the arts and history. With its commitment to innovation and inclusivity, the museum plays an essential role in enriching cultural knowledge and providing a vibrant space for artistic and intellectual engagement.
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Job Requirements
- Undergraduate degree in art, marketing, organizational skills
- three to five years working full-time in a museum or over 20 hours a week part-time
- willingness to work independently and as a team
- ability to work after hours to include Saturdays and Sundays when needed
- ability to lift/carry a minimum of 25 lbs
Job Qualifications
- Event planning and management- prioritizing multiple tasks to meet deadlines
- budget and compliance
- problem solving - ability to work under pressure
- familiar with the museum field
- muse be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing
- demonstration of creativity and initiative
- ensure a positive and memorable experience for our visitors and vendors
- experience writing grants and seeking funding for non-profits
- proficiency in operating Microsoft Office Suite and ability to quickly learn new programs
- willingness to work independently and as a team
- ability to work after hours to include Saturdays and Sundays when needed
- ability to lift/carry a minimum of 25 lbs
Job Duties
- Work cooperatively with others and accept direction from supervisor
- communicate with museum vendors, patrons, consultants, artists and educators
- manage all special events (during business hours and after hours)
- collaborate with Visitor Services and the Curatorial team with any and all events
- develop new events - festivals, performances to generate revenue
- manage rental spaces within the Museum
- collaborate with Digital Outreach Coordinator and Curatorial team to market events
- manage exhibition marketing, contact security, operations, send invitations, communicates specific event details Museum-wide, organize vendor arrival and set up, and oversees check-in
- manage the invitation process
- assist with Museum fundraisers
- offer fundraising support to the Director
- work with the director and Curatorial Team to develop long-term process improvements for the department
- expected to participate in grant writing and fund raising
- performs any other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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