Senior Event Manager — Lead High-Profile Museum Events

American Museum of Natural History; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The American Museum of Natural History is seeking a Senior Event Manager to lead complex internal and external events, overseeing the full lifecycle from turnover to post-event reconciliation. You will coordinate with Museum departments, caterers, production partners, vendors, and clients to ensure seamless events that meet safety, hospitality, and operational standards.

In addition to managing a portfolio of events, you will mentor Event Managers, support process improvements, and contribute to

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Five years experience in event operations, including managing complex, high-profile events.
• Experience with CRM / Event Management software (e.g., Momentus).
• Experience with floor plan design software.
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, SharePoint, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the operational planning and execution of complex internal and external events from turnover through post-event reconciliation.
• Develop comprehensive production schedules and timelines; coordinate logistics with catering, AV, security, facilities, and vendors.
• Oversee on-site event execution and post-event reconciliations; review invoices and assist with final billing.
• Support liquor inventory management and departmental process improvements.
• Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching, and mentorship to Event Manager(s).

Skills

CRM / Event Mgmt software

Project management

Leadership & mentoring

Communication skills

Budgeting & cost control

Education

Bachelor’s degree in hospitality/event management

Experience in museums/nonprofits

Tools

Momentus

Floor plan design software

Microsoft Office

Job description

The American Museum of Natural History is seeking a Senior Event Manager to lead complex internal and external events, overseeing the full lifecycle from turnover to post-event reconciliation. You will coordinate with Museum departments, caterers, production partners, vendors, and clients to ensure seamless events that meet safety, hospitality, and operational standards.

In addition to managing a portfolio of events, you will mentor Event Managers, support process improvements, and contribute to