What are the responsibilities and job description for the private events manager position at Laumeier Sculpture Park?
PRIVATE EVENTS MANAGER
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Organization Mission
Engaging the community through art and nature.
Organization Overview
Laumeier Sculpture Park, one of the first and largest sculpture parks in the country, is an
internationally recognized, nonprofit arts organization that is accredited by the American
Alliance of Museums and operates in partnership with St. Louis County Parks and Recreation.
Laumeier presents more than 70 works of large-scale outdoor sculpture in a 105-acre park that
is free and open daily. Laumeier serves approximately 360,000 visitors of all ages each year
with presentations of art through a sculpture collection, temporary exhibitions, education
programs, public events, and more. The park is located in Sunset Hills, Missouri in St. Louis
County.
Position Overview
The Private Events Manager is a full-time exempt, salaried position with benefits, reporting to
the Director of Special Events.
The Private Events Manager is a member of the Special Events Department and oversees all
aspects of the organization’s facility rental program for private events, including weddings,
corporate events, and more. This position works closely with the Special Events Coordinator
and the Marketing Manager. The Private Events Manager will also contribute to the
development and execution of a plan for growth of the facility rentals program that will
maximize revenue and meet annual budget goals.
Duties Responsibilities
- Serve as the point person for inquiries for the private event rental program, including
- Book and schedule private event rentals, including drafting and securing contracts
- Assist private event clients, vendors, caterers and all related event personnel with
- Maintain the budget for the private events department and process related
- Serve as the primary on-site coordinator for private events
- Develop staffing plans and on-site personnel schedules for private events, including
- Coordinate venue production schedules and deliveries for private events, and
provide necessary event materials and instructions to event venue personnel
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- Manage advance internal planning around private events, such as calendar
- Maintain private event databases and files
- Coordinate procurement, organization, storage, and cleaning of event supplies,
- Provide basic graphic design support for private events, such as event layout creation
- Assist with Laumeier’s internal events, such as the Annual Art Fair, Laumeier After Dark,
Holiday Pop-Up Shops, and development events
- Collaborate and maintain a good working relationship with our operating partner, St.
- Build and manage relationships with vendors including supply purveyors and
- Actively pursue new business through networking, social media activity, and direct
- Perform other related duties as required and additional duties as assigned
Qualifications Skills
The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys working with clients, takes pride in providing
excellent customer service and who can calmly and confidently problem solve when
challenges arise.
- Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced work environment
- Excellent organizational skills, with a particular ability to prioritize projects
- Ability to adapt and react quickly, effectively, and calmly to unexpected
- Dependable, organized, and detail-oriented
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, while being
external vendors, clients, volunteers, and the general public
- Strong negotiation skills
- Outstanding oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Sensitive to both “big picture” and small details
- Possession of leadership skills, strong work ethic, and the ability to
- Ability to help write and track budgets, and control department
- Growth mindset and ability to self-reflect
- Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite of programs, experience with
Physical Demands
- Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs (load, unload, move supplies)
- Must be able to work outdoors year-round
- Requires walking, standing, bending, stooping and reaching for extended
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Additional Requirements
- Ability to pass a background check, including a check for criminal records
- Flexible scheduling availability with the capacity to work weekends,
Education Experience
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Experience in event planning, relationship building, customer service, and
- Other preferred work experience includes non-profit, wedding planning, sales, and
Compensation
Compensation is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Benefits package is competitive and includes 100% employer-paid health, dental, life and
short-term disability, starting on the first day of employment. Health care plan coverage is
also available to spouses, domestic partners and dependents, with the employee being
responsible for premiums. A generous amount of PTO is granted and grows with the
length of employment.
No relocation assistance is available.
Office Culture
Laumeier is a small organization, with modestly sized departments and team members all work
closely together. Laumeier offers flexibility for hybrid models of remote and in-person work as
well as flexible scheduling.
Staff Core Values: We believe in the importance and impact of art and nature. We encourage
creativity and innovation. We value collaboration and teamwork. We rely on competency
leading to quality and excellence. We stay true to our values by respecting our colleagues and
maintaining accountability. We cultivate a welcoming, inclusive, and positive environment for
staff, board, artists, students, and visitors.
DEAI Statement: Laumeier Sculpture Park strives to serve as a welcoming place for diverse
social engagement, free from discrimination and prejudice. Our commitment to diversity
includes the active embrace of the broadest possible representation of our community,
regardless of race, ethnicity, cultural experiences, gender identity and expression, sexual
orientation, age, socio-economic status, physical and mental ability, education, and religion.
Application Instructions
Interested candidates should email a cover letter and resume to HR@laumeier.org with the
subject line PRIVATE EVENTS MANAGER. Please do not send additional supporting
materials until they are requested. You will receive an acknowledgement of the receipt of your
application.
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Only applicants who move forward in the process will be contacted. We ask for understanding
and patience. Please do not contact any staff members to check on the status of your
application, and absolutely no phone calls.
Search Timing
The first round of interviews will be held on Zoom. Finalists will interview in person if possible.
Position open until filled. Anticipated start date: As soon as possible, with some flexibility to
accommodate the hire’s availability.
Laumeier is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity, equity, inclusion,
and anti-racism. Candidates of diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
Posted 1/17/2025
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