What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Manager, Events and Public Programs, World Golf Hall of Fame position at USGA?
About this role
The Assistant Manager of Events and Public Programming is responsible for supporting events, tours and educational programming at the USGA Experience and World Golf Hall of Fame. This role will help to build and maintain key relationships with the Pinehurst Resort team, members of the community and vendors. They will provide professional expertise, as well as strong organization and planning skills, to support the Museum’s and Hall of Fame’s missions and strategic plans.
This position will play an important role in enhancing the visitor experience with the ultimate goal of maximizing the impact of the USGA’s presence in Pinehurst. They will assist in strengthening our connection with the community and Resort guests, educating visitors about the USGA’s mission and driving revenue for the organization.
What you’ll do
Education and Outreach
Assist in the scheduling and coordination of community events
Coordinate outreach to local/regional groups, including schools, senior centers, junior golf organizations and golf courses
Assist in developing curriculum and programming for groups
Provide tours of USGA Experience and WGHOF to visitors and VIP groups
Support management of docent program
Support USGA Museum traveling exhibits at championships
Assist with media and content requests
Ensure all programming elevates the USGA Museum within the local community
Event Rentals
Manage event logistics from start to completion, including contracts, scheduling, vendor coordination, rentals, budgeting, on-site execution and post-event recaps
Assist with creating an annual events calendar that itemizes work plans and ensures clear and timely communication of deadlines to all relevant stakeholders - internal and external
Ensure all events and experiences align with the USGA Brand Identity
Collaborate in developing and producing marketing and promotional materials
Operations
Maintain visitor and revenue dashboard, ensure accurate data entry and organization
Fill in as a Welcome Ambassador, greeting visitors and accepting payment as needed
Assist in development and execution of visitor survey
Assist in shipping, handling and documentation of Museum artifacts
Monitor USGA Experience and WGHOF for potential improvements and tweaks
Monitor Pinehurst Experience email account, respond to inquiries
Where you’ll be
This is a full-time position based in the Pinehurst, NC office.
With whom you’ll be working
USGA Golf Museum and Library staff
Other USGA Staff, especially the Facilities, IT, Communications, Marketing and Merchandising teams
USGA Experience and WGHOF visitors
Pinehurst Resort Staff
Moore County community
Convention & Visitors Bureau for Pinehurst, Southern Pines and Aberdeen
Carolinas Golf Association
Event vendors for catering, furniture, equipment and security
Other museums and event rental facilities in the area
World Golf Hall of Fame members and their families
What you bring
BA or BS from a four-year college, with a major in Event Management/Planning, Marketing, Communications, or related field preferred
2 years of event planning experience
Detail-oriented with ability to prioritize tasks, coordinate multiple projects concurrently
Strong organization and planning skills
Outstanding customer service skills
Positive attitude and willingness to collaborate with team members
Flexibility to occasionally work on evenings and weekends
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to lift and move furniture
Familiarity with computerized POS system
Experience with Microsoft Office
What the USGA brings
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, including a zero-cost medical plan offered for all full-time employees
Retirement plans, with a generous annual contribution from the USGA
Suite of programs to promote physical, emotional, and financial well-being
Generous bank of paid time off, plus the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day off
Off-site team building events
Professional development opportunities