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Rental Event Captain

Museum of Life and Science
Durham, USA
Part-time
Entry · 2+ years experience
Onsite
USD 20-20 hourly / hour
Discovered 1 weeks ago
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Required Qualifications

  • College degree or 2+ years’ experience in Hospitality or Event Management or a related field
  • Valid US driver’s license
  • Excellent communication skills – verbal and written
  • Exceptional attention to detail and organization
  • Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to work collaboratively and with diverse populations
  • Works well under pressure with a positive attitude and creative problem-solving skills
  • Strong multi-tasking skills
  • Ability to respond to and manage emergencies with provided training
  • Strong computer and Microsoft Office skills
  • Available to work weekends, evenings, and late nights
  • Physically able to be on one’s feet for up to 8+ hours a day, travel distances of up to one mile on variable terrain at a time, and lift 35 lbs. on a regular basis, bend, reach, and squat up to 75% of the time
  • Able and willing to embrace our mission of sparking curiosity and respect for nature and science

Desired Qualifications

  • Food and beverage experience
  • Bilingual in Spanish and English
  • Comfort with set up and execution of audio / visual equipment

Responsibilities

  • Act as Manager on Duty (MOD) during wedding and private rental events, including leading Rental Associates, coordinating vendors to fulfill client expectations, and anticipating operational needs.
  • Oversee and execute all wedding and event set-up and breakdown operations, including tables, chairs, ceremony layouts, reception spaces, signage, and storage of rental equipment.
  • Ensure all event spaces are set according to approved floorplans and timelines while maintaining Museum presentation standards.
  • Coordinate with caterers, DJs, florists, photographers, planners, and other vendors during load-in, event execution, and load-out.
  • Maintain the safety, security, and cleanliness of Museum facilities and exhibits by enforcing Museum policies, ensuring adequate clean-up, restoring the Museum to operational condition, and properly securing campus after events.
  • Maintain a warm, friendly, and safe Museum environment by monitoring exhibits and event spaces and ensuring compliance with NC ABC laws, the Durham County smoking ordinance, and applicable Museum policies.
  • Support the Rentals Team during peak seasons and periods of absence by serving as MOD for select Corporate, Social, and Internal events.
  • Maintain the organization of rental equipment, décor, signage, furniture, and storage spaces throughout campus.
  • Train and support Rental Associates in event procedures, customer service expectations, and operational standards.
  • Participate in weekly Rentals meetings and communicate operational concerns, event feedback, and logistical needs to the Rentals leadership team.
  • Transport guests, staff, and vendors in a golf cart as needed.
  • Attend recurring Emergency Coordinator training and serve in that role after hours as needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned .
  • This position reports to the Director of Rental and Internal Events and has oversight of Rental Associates at events

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