Historic Home Event Staff

*Category:*: Part-time Staff *Subscribe:*: *Department:*: Administration - Historic Home *Locations:*: Lowell, MA *Posted:*: Jan 29, 2025 *Closes:*: Open Until Filled *Type:*: Part-time *Position ID:*: 185103 About Middlesex Community College: Middlesex Community College (MCC), established in 1970, provides access to affordable education to prepare individuals for success and lifelong learning. We promote academic excellence, provide workforce development opportunities, and empower all learners to become productive and socially responsible members of our local and global communities. The College provides a broad range of services that are essential to attract, reward, and retain talented faculty and staff. The MCC community promotes a work environment where our employees feel supported and empowered to best serve our student population. We are proud to offer our classes on both the Bedford and Lowell campuses, as well as a robust online course offering. MCC is committed to transforming lives as we educate, challenge, and support all students as evident in our [strategic plan](https://www.middlesex.edu/about/strategicplan.html). Job Description: *Title:* Historic Home Event Staff *Unit:* Part-Time Non-Unit *Department:* Administration - Historic Home *Reports to: *Director of On Campus and Historic Home Events *Date:* January 29, 2025 *General Summary:* The Historic Home Event Staff will provide back-up support to the Director of On Campus and Historic Home Events managing Middlesex Community College's Historic Property and Special Events. The Historic Home Event Staff will be required to work some nights and weekends. *Duties and Responsibilities:* * Oversee events scheduled at the historic home. * Assist in the maintenance and cleaning of décor. * Assist in the implementation of events for organizations and those open to the general public. * Collaborates with vendors and external organizations for arrival and set-up needs. * Contacts, coordinates and confirms beverage service when needed. * Coordinate with all vendors for events, ensuring they are on schedule and meeting their obligations. * Quickly identify and resolve any issues that may arise during events. * Ensure event setups are completed on schedule and in alignment of event plan. * Oversee the dismantling of event elements and ensure proper cleanup procedures are followed. * Promotes and maintains positive community relations. * Performs other related duties as required. *Working Conditions/ Physical Demands:* * May be required to lift and carry household supplies. * May be required to set up for special events. * May perform light housekeeping duties. Requirements: * High School diploma/GED or Higher * Three (3) to five (5) years of related experience. * Working knowledge of modern office equipment, including the use of computers. * Strong customer service skills and ability to respond effectively in dynamic customer interactions * Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules and tasks. * Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team * Ability to resolve problems and to develop relevant alternatives and recommendations. * Ability to manage multiple tasks and to be detail oriented. * Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to foster positive public relations and engage effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and roles. * Experience with equity-minded work and/or understanding of individuals of diverse identities such as race, ethnicity, socioeconomic level, sexual orientation, veterans, and individuals with different academic preparation levels and varying physical and learning abilities. *Preferred Qualifications:* * Prior experience in customer service, hospitality, or event coordinator * Familiarity with coordinating catering and beverage services * Experience working with vendors and community organizations Additional Information: *Salary Range: *$20.28 per hour in accordance with the College's [Part-Time Wage Schedule](https://intranet.middlesex.edu/humanresources/payroll/ptwagesched.html) *Location: *Lowell with occasional travel to Bedford as needed *Hours: *Up to 18.5 hours per week, schedule to be determined upon hire *Expected Start Date: *March 2025 *Application Deadline: *This position will remain open until filled Application Instructions: All applicants must apply online by submitting: * Cover Letter * Resume * Names and contact information for three (3) professional references *Pre-Employment Requirements:* The College will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All offers of employment at Middlesex Community College are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates, as deemed necessary. Middlesex Community College only accepts application materials through our online application system. We are unable to accept application materials through mail, email, fax, or hand delivery. If you do not have access to a computer, please contact Human Resources at [careers@middlesex.mass.edu](mailto:careers@middlesex.mass.edu). Middlesex Community College strives to make the application and interview process accessible for all applicants but understands that applicants may still encounter barriers due to ability, language, or technology. If we can make the process any more accessible for you, contact Human Resources at 781-280-3549 or [careers@middlesex.mass.edu](mailto:careers@middlesex.mass.edu).