Associate, Event Services
Job Description
Location: Kansas City, MO
Schedule:
- Mon/Tues OFF
- Weds/Thurs/Fri/Sun 9 am - 5 pm
- Sat 12 pm - 9 pm
Pay Range: $16.24 - $17.56
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art invites applications for a Associate, Event Services. This position is responsible for general maintenance functions, coordination, and set-up/tear down of internal and external events at the museum. This function also supports the janitorial department with special projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Set-up and Teardown: Ensures the timely set-up and take down of the event room as configured in the Event Resume and as directed by Event Manager. May include setting up tables and chairs, helping with audio-visual equipment, hanging signs, placing decorations, setting out materials and putting together buffet tables.
- Room Preparation: Responsible for preparing the event space environment including temperature and lighting requirements.
- Venue Maintenance: Maintain the event space by vacuuming floors, cleaning furniture & walls, windows, etc.
- Equipment: Responsible for the proper movement and storage of all equipment related to the events such as tables, chairs, risers, etc.
- Janitorial Projects: Performs basic janitorial duties as assigned including, general housekeeping duties.
- Other: Completes all other duties as assigned for the general support of the division and institution.
- High School Diploma or GED or equivalent
- 2-5 years in service industry or comparable job experience
- Must be able to self-manage.
- Must be a problem solver and think critically, and remain flexible.
- Possess outstanding customer service skills and work collaboratively as a team.
Why Work With Us?
At the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, you’ll join a mission-driven team that values safety, inclusivity, and public service. We offer:
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Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability coverage
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Health Savings Accounts
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Employee Wellness & Assistance including access to on-site wellness area that includes resources, snacks, massage chairs, and activities such as Yoga, Stretching classes, flu shots and financial wellness education and retirement planning assistance.
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Generous PTO and paid holidays
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Retirement plan with employer match
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Employee discounts to a variety of programs, events and amenities
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Free parking
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A collaborative and supportive workplace culture
Apply today and join a nationally recognized team dedicated to excellence and care.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace a diverse and inclusive work environment and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.
For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please contact the People and Culture Department.
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art conducts pre-employment background checks as part of our selection process.
Salary information is a general guideline only. The Museum considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.