Assistant Facility Rental Coordinator

North Carolina Aquariums; North Carolina; On-site; USD 31,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

The North Carolina Aquariums' Jennette's Pier in Nags Head, NC is seeking an Administrative Associate I (Temporary) to assist with facility rentals and event coordination. This role supports planning, scheduling, and policy updates, and requires strong customer service and organizational skills.

The position is eleven months, part-time, non-benefit eligible, with a $15.00 hourly wage and shift expectations including holidays, nights, and weekends. Background checks will be required for hire.

Qualifications

• Experience working with the general public, vendors, colleagues, and volunteers.
• Strong customer service skills and organizational abilities.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and handle equipment; detail-oriented and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and coordinating a year-round schedule of facility rentals and events.
• Assist in developing and updating rental policies and procedures.
• Help market the pier for facility rentals to increase attendance and revenue.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Facility Rental Coordinator; liaison between clients and the facility.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Public interaction

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

JOB TITLE: Administrative Associate I
Working Title: Assistant Facility Rental Coordinator
VACANCY #: 65013559
DIVISION: NC Aquarium at Jennette's Pier
RECRUITMENT RANGE: $15.00 hourly
APPT TYPE: Temporary
CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled
LOCATION: Dare County

DNCR does not engage in dual employment for temporary positions; if you are currently employed with another State agency, State university, or the NC National Guard and intend to remain employed with that entity, you may not be considered for temporary work with DNCR.

*** This is an eleven-month position; hours may vary per week not to exceed 40 hours per week; holidays, nights and weekend work included. It is classified as temporary/part-time and does not include state benefits. A background check will be required for the individual recommended for hire.

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) enriches people's lives through education and stewardship of North Carolina's natural and cultural resources. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state, including historic sites, museums, state parks, trails, aquariums, the North Carolina Zoo, the Library of North Carolina, the State Archives, the North Carolina Arts Council, the African American Heritage Commission, the American Indian Heritage Commission, the State Historic Preservation Office, the Office of State Archaeology, the Highway Historical Markers program, the North Carolina Land and Water Fund, and the Natural Heritage Program. These programs and places unite North Carolinians, create a shared identity, and provide common ground. For more information, please visit www.dncr.nc.gov .

Division Information: The mission of the North Carolina Aquariums is to inspire care and conservation of nature by connecting people with the aquatic world. This mission is achieved by attracting, retaining, and developing a world class team of professionals; providing visitors with outstanding exhibits, experiences, and customer service; practicing sustainability, internal customer service and fiscal responsibility; and working to save and restore aquatic species and habitats.

The North Carolina Aquariums' Jennette's Pieris in Nags Head, NCon 6 acres of prime oceanfront property overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. The 16,000 square-foot pier house and 1000-foot-long fishing pier with three wind turbines is a platinum LEED certified facility that demonstrates sustainable design to the nearly 200,000 guests it attracts annually. This unique educational facility offers a variety of programs, interactive and live animal exhibits, recreational fishing opportunities, public access to the beaches, a platform for ocean observing and marine research, and a stunning reception hall available for public and private events to enhance the visitor experience.

Description of Work:

This position will assist in planning and coordinating a year-round schedule of facility rentals and events. Assists in development and updating of rental policies and procedures. Helps to market pier for facility rentals to increase attendance and generate revenue. Additional responsibilities and projects may be assigned by the Facility Rental Coordinator. Reports directly to the Facility Rental Coordinator. Act as a liaison between rental clients, brides, and the facility.

Job Requirements:

• Experience working with general public, vendors, co-workers, colleagues, and volunteers
• Customer Service Skills
• Strong organizational skills, self-motivated, and attention to detail
• Ability to lift 50lbs., walk and carry equipment and supplies

Management Preferences:

• Experience in event management, wedding industry and/or hospitality management.

Education and Experience:

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age (40 or older), disability, National Guard or veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or political influence.

We are an Employment First state, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace. DNCR supports pay equity for women, establish paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster care, and implement fair chance policies. Join a team that welcomes, values, respects and supports all members of our work community.

Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.

Veteran's and National Guard Preference

Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with the state application.

Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.

Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DNCR is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DNCR will ensure that persons with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.

It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and DNCR that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment. We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).

Attn: Jenny Ash
NC Aquarium on Jennette's Pier
PO Box 1445
Nags Head, NC 27959