Special Events Attendant

The Preservation Society of Newport County is hiring part-time and seasonal Special Events Attendants to work a variety of hours including a mixture of week and weekend days and evenings. Event season roughly matches tourism season (April-October) though events occasionally exceed this range.

Be a part of a team that sets up, breaks down and oversees an amazing variety of events at our Newport Mansions locations.

• Event Attendants are responsible for the set up and breakdown of a variety of events, including removing museum furnishings and then re-setting the space for events such as weddings, corporate dinners, film and photo shoots, a flower show and wine festival at the Newport Mansions.
• The work of an Event Attendant includes physical labor, and the successful candidate will be able to lift at least 40-45 pounds on a regular basis to set up tables and chairs and assorted displays.
• Event Attendants also clean up following events, including removing trash, taking down all tables, chairs and displays and re-setting the museum for tours as needed.
• Assist with the successful operation of events while overseeing guests and the museum during the event.
• Aid guests, vendors (i.e., caterers), public safety representatives and PSNC employees as requested, with a focus on conduct and courtesy.
• Perform other related duties as required or directed.

The desirable candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• High School Degree or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to communicate clearly with and professionally with guests, vendors and PSNC staff.
• Ability to read, count and write legibly to accurately complete all documentation.
• Ability to work independently and flexibly as well as a part of a team.
• Follow prescribed safety, heath rules, regulations, and practices.
• Lifting requirements of 40-45 pounds on a regular basis.