Hill Center, located in the Civil War-era Old Naval Hospital, has undergone a landmark rehabilitation, and now operates as a vibrant center for lifelong learning, cultural and arts enrichment, and community connections. Located in the heart of the diverse and dynamic Capitol Hill neighborhood near historic Eastern Market, the Center offers a wide range of classes, exhibits, lectures, performances and social programs. The environmentally-friendly campus is also a unique venue for private events and conferences, and provides office space for local nonprofits. For more information, please visit our website at http://www.HillCenterDC.org.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic individual to provide parttime support (16-20 hours per week) to the Programming and Private Events teams at Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital, a vibrant home for culture, education and city life on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, energetic, flexible and creative. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are imperative.

Key Responsibilities:

Work with the Programming and Private Events Teams to execute Hill Center branded programming and private rentals including on-site facilitation of evening and weekend events and classes.
Execute tasks in WordPress, facility management software and CRM software.
Provide A/V and customer service support.
Update Hill Center’s website, ticketing system, and internal reservation system with new classes and events.
Staff the Reception Desk as needed.
Assist with Hill Center Galleries administrative tasks and art sales.
Draft floor plans for program offerings and private events.
Conduct facility walk throughs with prospective clients.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Associate’s degree or equivalent experience.
Relevant work experience, including internships.
Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills suitable to creating and maintaining a positive impression of the Center as an ideal location for private events and public program offerings.
Ability to oversee and coordinate events and program activities with limited supervision.
Ability to make independent, cost-effective judgment calls which ensure a positive experience for Hill Center patrons.
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, email marketing platforms, Google Drive, and website content management systems. Experience with MailChimp and WordPress (or comparable programs) highly preferred.
Ability to stay focused in a fast-paced environment.
A self-motivated team player with organizational/logistics experience. Excellent organizational, administrative, and time management skills required.
The ideal candidate must be able to work consistently on 1-2 weekday evenings (approx. 1pm-9pm) plus additional hours on weekdays and weekends.
PLEASE NOTE: Applicant must be qualified to obtain a Beverage Manager’s License (be at least 21+ years old).

Compensation Range: $20-$22/hour

How to Apply:

Interested applicants should submit a résumé, cover letter and details about their interest and qualifications for the position to jobs@HillCenterDC.org.

The Old Naval Hospital Foundation is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity, inclusivity and accessibility. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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