Wedding and Event Manager

Help create unforgettable moments at one of Dubuque’s most unique venues! The Wedding and Events Manager is responsible for the direct management of the River Museum’s private events. This includes planning, coordinating, and executing weddings and special events, such as corporate parties, and managing the Wedding and Events staff. Additionally, this role will collaborate with a committee of museum team members to host a variety of public events, such as Ice Fest and Taste of Summer. This opportunity combines a balance of creativity, flexibility, organizational skills, and exceptional customer service.

Quality work can happen anywhere. We offer a flexible schedule that balances peak season demands with off-season flexibility, allowing for occasional work-from-home opportunities and encouraging a healthy work/life balance.

This is a salaried, full-time, permanent position. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Benefits include vacation time, sick time, paid holidays, medical, dental, flex plan, 403b retirement plan and the opportunity to earn additional income by receiving gratuity from events worked.

Primary Duties

• Manage the entire wedding and event planning process, from initial consultation to day-of execution
• Conduct tours and consultations with potential clients
• Create event timelines and floor plans
• Oversee event setup, execution, and teardown
• Facilitate clear and accurate internal communication surrounding event details and needs
• Work with vendors to ensure supply/beverage inventory
• Ensure a smooth event flow and troubleshoot any challenges
• Lead Wedding and Events staff, including scheduling
• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and community partners
•  Participate in outreach events to promote NMRMA as a venue, including bridal shows, wedding fairs, etc.
• Manage the inventory, organization, and cleanliness of the catering kitchen
• Collaborate with various departments and staff members to plan for public events
• Provide outstanding customer service through proactive communication and attention to detail
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent of training and experience preferred
• Sales experience with experience converting inquiries into bookings preferred
• Proven ability to take initiative and manage a team
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects at once
• Demonstrates a consistently positive and professional demeanor
• Must be able to read, write and speak the English language
• Must be able to perform any physical demands of job duties, either with or without reasonable accommodation. This includes setting up and tearing down events and standing or walking for extended periods of time
• Final candidates will be subject to a reference and background check