Good morning~ Wanted to pass along a job opportunity that is available at George Washington's Mount Vernon within our Special Events department in the Guest Experience Division. Please find the job details below. Thanks! Suzanne Barber, PHR Manager Human Resources George Washington's Mount Vernon PO Box 110 Mount Vernon, VA 22121 Phone: 703-799-6843 Fax: 703-780-8320 Special Events Assistant Background: The Guest Experience Division provides meaningful learning opportunities for Mount Vernon's one million annual guests. Through a diverse portfolio of interpretive experiences, engaging public programs, services and events, we expand each guest's understanding of, and appreciation for, our nation's Founding Father. The Office of Special Events, one of the Division's eight operating units, manages all public, private and internal events, experiences, conferences and programs at Mount Vernon. Division-wide Principles: * Exceed guest expectations-be friendly, respectful, engaging, and flexible. Always remember that this visit may be their first and only. * Encourage a meaningful appreciation of George Washington-keep him first and use his unparalleled legacy of character and leadership to inspire. * Engage yourself in the mission of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association-take responsibility for your continued development and commit to collaboration. Care for your colleagues and be proud of what we accomplish together. Position-specific Responsibilities: * Assist the Manager of Special Events with the planning and implementation of public and private events, as well as other commemorative celebrations and programming. Work closely with Guest Services' Reservations Office, the Mount Vernon Inn Catering Office and Mount Vernon support units. * Serve as the Office of Special Events' lead contact for scheduling and contracting VIP Tours, manage all inquiries, schedule tours for VIP Tour Guides, ensure VIP guests receive proper information and directions and provide superb concierge service at all times. * Assist the Manager of Special Events with the planning and implementation of lecture series, receptions and special meetings/programs for internal and external parties. * Assist with coordinating all estate meeting spaces, room reservations and set-up requirements including use of National Library meeting and seminar spaces. Ensure accuracy of all estate calendars. * Provide general administrative support to the Manager of Special Events, the Special Events Office, and others as needed, to include facilitation of event contracts and invoice processing. Minimum Qualifications: * A bachelor's degree and 1-2 years of relevant experience required. * Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational and clerical skills required. * Must be responsible, flexible, detail-oriented and a self-starter with ability to work well under pressure, manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines. * Ability to work creatively and effectively as a member of a team. Special Requirements: * Must work occasional weekends, evenings, and holidays. Please include resume, cover letter and salary history/requirements. Click here to apply: http://www.mountvernon.org/employment/open?gnk=job&gni=8a29a018478a87e7014791f1817e3d03&gns=Museum-L%20Listserv Mount Vernon is an Equal Opportunity Employer ========================================================= Important Subscriber Information: The Museum-L FAQ file is located at http://www.finalchapter.com/museum-l-faq/ . You may obtain detailed information about the listserv commands by sending a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "help" (without the quotes). If you decide to leave Museum-L, please send a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "Signoff Museum-L" (without the quotes).