Event Coordinator

Event Coordinator

EVENT COORDINATOR

JOB DESCRIPTION

The program coordinator is directly responsible to the Managing Director and Board of Directors of the Warren County Historical Society and the Wilder Museum of Warren County History.
It is imperative that the staff work as a team to maintain order of Warren County’s artifacts, images, textiles, and documents within the confines of the space provided.
Good communication skills are essential.

Schedule includes: Part-time office hours & events
Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
An occasional Saturday: 1 to 5 PM -as needed & events

Coordinating events for the historical society & Wilder Museum (including, but not limited to):
Maintain Annual Events and formulate new community events with staff input
Establish contacts and communicate with program speakers/presenters
Partner with community organizations for events as appropriate
Assist with the creation of the annual calendar of events & Pebbles
Solicit donations and/or grants, volunteers and supplies for programs
Promote events through press release mailer, local publications, flyers, social media, etc.
Assist with preparation for community presentations

Standard operations of the society:
Provide office coverage when needed
Provide assistance for research inquiries as requested
Assist with inventories and new collection donations as needed
Assist with fundraising efforts through preparation and editing
Create rotating exhibits and displays as needed

Required Skills:

• Personable and reliable individual attentive to detail, organized, exhibiting flexibility and adaptability to changing situations
• Computer knowledge of Microsoft Office, database entry, and social media platforms
• Experience working with the general public and volunteers, enthusiasm to participate in special events/program.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Experience:

• Events management: 3 years (Preferred)
• Customer service: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14