Special Events Associate

Staten Island Historical Society at Historic Richmond Town

 

Historic Richmond Town was founded as the Staten Island Historical Society in 1856. The mission is to create opportunities for the public to explore the diversity of the American experience, especially that of Staten Island and its neighboring communities from the colonial period to the present. It's a remarkable living history town and museum complex with four sites. Not being fixed to a specific time period, famous event or person makes us unique in that we can interpret the rich, diverse cultural tapestry of American life at any point in our history.

 

This complex includes NYC's oldest continuously working, family farm and two other historic sites - including one of the oldest original houses in the country. There is no other place like it in New York City. Over 100,000 people visit the site each year to enjoy tours, education programs, museum exhibits and special events.

 

The Special Events Associate is a vital member of the event team. They will report to the Communication & Special Events Manager and work closely with the Special Events Coordinator to implement a variety of tasks. The Events Associate highlights strong customer service skills, patience and ability to work well under pressure.

 

Responsibilities (not exclusive to the following)

●     Assisting Manager in event preparations, day-of set up, operations and break-down

●     Dispensing information to guests in a professional, energetic and timely manner

●     Operating cash stations and point of sale systems

●     Keeping an organized and clean work station

●     Supporting the Special Events Coordinator with vendor relations and communications

 

Qualifications

●     Excellent levels of interpersonal skills and customer service

●     Ability to multitask under pressure

●     Strong attention to detail

●     Superior proven customer service skills

●     Professional friendly demeanor

●     Experience in cash-handling

●     Must be able to lift up 30 pounds and ascend and descend stairs

 

Position Details

The Special Events Associate position is a part-time on-call seasonal position for the period from April 1 to October 31.

 

Seasonal Hourly: $15/hour

Start Date: Immediately

 

To Apply

To be considered, interested applicants must submit a cover letter and resume to [log in to unmask]. Please feel free to leave your name and address off your application but be sure to include a contact number and email. No phone calls, drop-offs, or faxed applications will be considered. Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants.

 

Historic Richmond Town is proud to be an equal opportunity employment workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive work and learning environment and look for future team members who share that same value.