What are the responsibilities and job description for the Event specialist position at Washburn University?
Position Summary
Washburn University is a student-centered public institution with a diverse population. Washburn is a 4 best college to work for, according to the Great Colleges to Work For® program.
Located in the heart of Topeka, we are proud to be a cornerstone of the community. Our mission is to provide opportunities for our students to realize their full potential;
we can’t do it without our dedicated faculty and staff. Join us at Washburn, and you will be part of a long tradition of excellence.
Washburn employs more than one thousand faculty and staff on our campuses throughout Topeka. We strive to offer competitive wages, an excellent benefits program, a supportive culture and a healthy work / life balance.
Washburn seeks to create an environment that reflects our core values for creating positive IMPACT : inclusion, modernization, partnership, achievement, community and transformation.
The Gallery and Event Specialist is responsible for the Museum’s front-line and customer service delivery, ensuring that the museum galleries, artwork, and visitors are safe, and that the visitor’s experience is welcoming.
The position supervises student workers and recruits, hires, and schedules students to ensure that the Museum is staffed during open hours.
In addition, the Gallery and Event Specialist provides support for the planning, set-up, and oversight of special events and programs, including the Mulvane Art Fair.
Essential Functions :
- Open and close the museum, ensuring proper safety protocols are followed.
- Observe customer service protocols to ensure a welcoming and engaging experience for visitors; provide information and direction to visitors to the museum and campus.
- Collect visitor information and submit reports on attendance and programs.
- Assist with program and event preparation, including the Mulvane Art Fair, exhibit receptions, lectures, films, and other public events.
- Assist with general administrative and program tasks and data entry as needed.
- Performs additional job-related duties as assigned or as appropriate.
Required Qualifications :
- High School diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- One to two years of customer service, retail, or closely related experience.
- Proven ability to provide effective customer service.
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal, communication, organizational, and time management skills.
- Proficient in using Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
Preferred Qualifications :
- Bachelor’s Degree.
- Experience supervising others.
- Demonstrated general understanding of art history.
Part-time, Hourly
Background Check Required
Last updated : 2024-10-10
Salary : $14
