Part-Time Museum Event Setup Specialist

Nevada-Museum-of-Art; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental Insurance and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

Four art classes per year

Shops discount 20%

Cafe discount 10%

Job summary

The Nevada Museum of Art seeks a Facilities Event Set-Up Associate to support the preparation and execution of museum events, programs, and facility rentals. This role handles set-up and tear-down of spaces, moves furniture and equipment, and reviews event plans to ensure safety and accuracy.

Reports to the Vice President of Facilities; requires flexibility for early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in event setup, hospitality, facilities, warehouse operations, or a related field preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately follow BEOs, floorplans, room diagrams, and setup instructions.
• Ability to work independently, respond to changing event needs, and complete assignments efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated reliability, punctuality, professionalism, and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Review Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), event maps, floorplans, and setup instructions prior to each event to understand all physical setup requirements.
• Assist with loading, unloading, transporting, and storing event-related equipment and supplies.
• Set up and tear down Museum events, facility rentals, meetings, programs, and special events according to event specifications and room diagrams.
• Remain responsive to event needs and make last-minute adjustments to room layouts, furniture, equipment, and event setups as requested by Museum staff prior to event start.
• Restore event spaces to standard configurations following events and perform basic event-related janitorial duties as needed, including sweeping, mopping, trash removal, cleaning spills, wiping down surfaces, and addressing other minor cleanup needs.
• Maintain organized event storage areas and properly store furniture and equipment after use.
• Identify and report damaged furniture, equipment, or safety concerns.
• Follow Museum policies and procedures to ensure the safety of visitors, artwork, Museum equipment, and property.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Punctuality

Professionalism

Strong work ethic

Job description

The Nevada Museum of Art seeks a Facilities Event Set-Up Associate to support the preparation and execution of museum events, programs, and facility rentals. This role handles set-up and tear-down of spaces, moves furniture and equipment, and reviews event plans to ensure safety and accuracy.

Reports to the Vice President of Facilities; requires flexibility for early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.