Bell Museum Community Events Coordinator

The Bell Museum is hiring a Community Events Coordinator. The Bell Museum is looking to hire an enthusiastic individual to promote exploration and curiosity at the Bell Museum to new audiences and the surrounding community. The person in this position will facilitate our marketing efforts at community and promotional events in the metro area and directly support partnership events hosted at the Bell Museum.

We are looking for individuals to join our team who are inspired by our mission to ignite curiosity and wonder, explore our connections to nature and the universe, and create a better future for our evolving world. We believe that difference is a strength and are looking for candidates that reflect and respect diversity. We encourage you to apply for the position even if you do not believe you meet every qualification.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Planning, implementation and follow-up for metro area community events (70%)
  • Completing and sending applications to secure event participation and partnership.
  • Collaborating with different departments to determine event content (activities, appropriate giveaways, collateral, etc.)
  • Gathering event equipment (tables, giveaways, table cloths, etc.) for various events
  • Maintain enthusiastic, engaging and welcoming booth/table presence at events
  • Provide day of event coverage in collaboration with assigned staff
• Maintain relationships with various community partners (30%)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED and five years related experience to include project management. Coursework in a related field may substitute for some years of experience.
• Strong organizational and logistical planning skills
• Detail oriented with ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to communicate and interact with people of all ages and diverse backgrounds both internally and externally
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Frequent transportation and moving of event equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work independently under deadlines
• Weekend and Evening work required, along with travel
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive a University or personal vehicle

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Previous event, communication, marketing and/or public relations experience or coursework desirable
• Fluency in a language other than English  (preferably Spanish, Hmong, or Somali)
• Interest in working in a non-profit organization
• Experience with Microsoft and Google platforms

Work Hours: Flexible, busy season is May-October. Hours will vary week to week (hours are typically up to 19 hours per week) based on interest, follow-up tasks, and events. Possibility of up to 30 hours per week during State Fair season.

Pay Rate: $23.14/hour

Work Location: Hybrid (some office time as needed. Majority of time is at off-site events within the Twin Cities metro area.)