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About the Senator John Heinz History Center

The Senator John Heinz History Center is a Smithsonian-affiliated Museum and a first-day Pittsburgh attraction that presents compelling stories from American history with a Western Pennsylvania connection, all in an interactive and engaging environment for visitors of all ages.  The largest history museum in Pennsylvania, the AAM-accredited History Center attracts large and diverse audiences to its 370,000-square-foot facility in Pittsburgh’s historic Strip District that includes six floors of long-term and changing exhibition space along with spectacular spaces for unique events.

The History Center’s family of museums includes the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum, a dynamic museum-within-a-museum; the Fort Pitt Museum in Point State Park; and Meadowcroft Rockshelter & Historic Village, a National Historic Landmark located in Avella, Washington County, Pa. The History Center also leads a partnership of more than 125 regional historical societies, museums, and organizations dedicated to preserving local history – the History Center Affiliates Program.

A popular destination for families and visitors to our region, the History Center attracts more than 250,000 visitors annually and reaches millions through virtual programs and digital outreach. The History Center was recently recognized as America’s #1 History Museum by USA TODAY and “Pittsburgh’s Best Museum” by Pittsburgh Magazine.

Job Posting

The Events Assistant provides support to the Events Department in the facilitation and coordination of onsite event rentals, including weddings, corporate functions, and social events.   This includes event document creation and upkeep, providing day-of event support, post-event follow-up, and assistance in developing social media platforms. The Event Assistant will provide support to the Events Department Leadership Team including the Director of Sales and Events, Sales and Events Manager, Sales and Events Coordinator and Operations Coordinators to help maximize sales and revenue in our spaces and improve departmental procedures to enhance the clients’ planning experience.

The Events Assistant fosters positive internal and external relationships, brings energy, enthusiasm, and endeavors to work in a collaborative environment in order to maintain and grow the financial strength of the institution through collaboration of rental events.

This is a full-time, hourly, non-exempt position reporting to the Director of Sales & Events. Evenings and weekends are required.

The successful candidate will have a High School diploma or equivalent, advanced education is desired, but not essential. At least one year experience is required in one or more of the following areas: events, facility rental coordination, or hospitality industry.

• Ability to manage projects both independently and as part of a team; ability to innovate, solve problems and remain calm under pressure, capable of overcoming issues as they arise.
• Possess strong oral and written communication skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people; strong administrative skills; must be detail oriented and highly organized with strong project management skills; have the ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and work well in a fast-paced work environment.
• Marketing and social media experience is essential.
• The successful candidate should have a passion for special events, enjoy working evenings and weekends, have a positive attitude and inspire confidence in others, and have the ability to create and maintain positive professional relationships with internal staff, clients and vendors.
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Power Point and Excel required.

Why Work at the History Center?

• Rewarding, mission-driven work that makes an impact in the community
• Smithsonian-affiliated Museum located in Pittsburgh’s vibrant and historic Strip District
• Voted the #1 history museum in the nation by USA Today
• Voted Best Museum in Pittsburgh by Pittsburgh Magazine
• Highly professional, collegial staff and dedicated volunteers
• Located in Pittsburgh, one of America’s “most livable” cities
• Dynamic workplace in Pittsburgh’s historic Strip District
• Full benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• 403(B) retirement plans with employer match
• Paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick days)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Nine (9) paid holidays
• Company paid life insurance / LTD
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts in the Museum Shop and Cafe
• Public transportation and parking options nearby