Museum Event Host – Weekend/Evening Availability

Virginia Living Museum, Inc.; Newport News (VA); Hybrid; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Virginia Living Museum is seeking part-time Event Staff to support operations before, during, and after events. This on-site role offers flexible hours (0–30 per week) under the Sales Manager, with a focus on guest experience, safety, and timely setup and takedown.

Ideal candidates are 18+, with a professional demeanor, strong communication, and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a dynamic museum environment. Weekend and evening availability is required.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Good attitude and professional demeanor when engaging with clients, vendors, and staff.
• Ability to read and follow event forms and to set up/break down events.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Proactive, creative, initiative, independent work.
• Define and solve problems while dealing with a variety of situations.
• Follow museum dress code and image.

Responsibilities

• Understand the objectives of the event including assignments, guest needs, and monitoring procedures.
• Assist with Museum operating and closing procedures.
• Monitor all areas of the Museum during events to ensure the best representation.
• Handle safety concerns according to Museum protocol.
• Set up each gallery as per floor plan and event details with materials including tables, chairs, décor, linens, beverages, food, place cards, and trashcans.
• Build and maintain a professional relationship with clients, guests, vendors and co-workers, assisting with any last minute details or needs.
• Assist with parking lot management, as needed.
• Fully participate in all set ups and tear downs.
• Restore the space after completion of events to ensure the museum is presentable to the public.
• Ensure the safety of the animal collection by monitoring the galleries during events, ensuring food, beverages and catering items stay away from animals and displays.
• Monitor caterers, DJ, photographers and any other vendors involved with each event to ensure they are following Museum policies, including noise level.
• Engage and oversee volunteers in completion of duties.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Professional demeanor

Effective communication

Independent work

Problem solving

Adaptability

Initiative

Reading event forms

Job description

Virginia Living Museum is seeking part-time Event Staff to support operations before, during, and after events. This on-site role offers flexible hours (0–30 per week) under the Sales Manager, with a focus on guest experience, safety, and timely setup and takedown.

Ideal candidates are 18+, with a professional demeanor, strong communication, and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a dynamic museum environment. Weekend and evening availability is required.