Senior Events & Venue Manager

Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum is seeking a Senior Events & Venue Manager to oversee all aspects of the Park’s private rental and event operations and to strengthen Pyramid Hill’s reputation as a premier wedding and event venue. The Senior Events & Venue Manager serves as the primary point of contact for rental clients from initial inquiry through event close-out, coordinating closely with clients, planners, vendors, bartenders, and internal Park teams to ensure seamless execution of events that align with the Park’s mission and guest experience.

As the Senior Events & Venue Manager, you will:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all rental inquiries, including responding to emails and calls, conducting site tours, and maintaining accurate client and event records
• Manage the master rental calendar across multiple event spaces and coordinate closely with Facilities, Grounds, Programs, Education, Development, and leadership teams
• Coordinate event logistics, layouts, timelines, and setup needs with clients, planners, and internal staff
• Act as the Park’s on‑site representative during rental events, making real‑time decisions and addressing issues as they arise
• Supervise rental event staff, bartenders, volunteers, and contract personnel, including scheduling and training
• Recruit, hire, and manage rental event staff in consultation with Park leadership
• Manage rental contracts, billing, vendor agreements, alcohol purchasing, and inventory
• Budget, track, and report rental income and expenses, aligning with annual financial goals
• Oversee event equipment, supplies, bar areas, and post‑event resets
• Coordinate and maintain TIPS certification and required health and safety training for event staff
• Represent Pyramid Hill at wedding fairs, hospitality events, and community promotional opportunities
• Support Park‑led events and assist with volunteer coordination as needed
• Work regular evenings and weekends aligned with the rental calendar, particularly during peak season

 Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in event management, hospitality, venue operations, or a related field
• At least 2 years of experience managing events, rentals, or hospitality operations
• Strong customer service, communication, and relationship‑building skills
• Experience with budgeting, contracts, inventory, and financial tracking
• Comfort supervising staff and managing events independently
• Strong judgment and the ability to address issues calmly in real time
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and database or scheduling systems
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds and handle event equipment as needed
• TIPS certification (or ability to obtain)
• Interest in arts, parks, or cultural institutions is a plus

Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum is a 470‑acre sculpture park and museum with a mission “to bring people to art in nature.” The Park features indoor and outdoor art collections, rolling hills, hiking trails, the iconic Pyramid House, and a full calendar of exhibitions and educational programming. The Park also stewards Fortified Hill, a 2,000‑year‑old Indigenous earthwork and ceremonial site.

Learn more:

https://www.pyramidhill.org/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/pyramid-hill-sculpture-park-&-museum-park/

We Offer:

• Base salary of $49,000 annually
• Performance‑based bonus opportunities tied to rental success and client experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance (70% employer‑paid)
• Employer-matched retirement plan
• Employer‑paid short‑term disability insurance
• 10 vacation days, 5 sick days, 12 paid holidays, and pet‑related leave
• NARM & ROAM reciprocal memberships
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible scheduling and the chance to work in a beautiful natural setting

If you are ready for a new challenge, apply online today!

Employer is EOE/AA/M/F/D/V.

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