Head of Special Events

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.Qualified candidates of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.Position SummaryReporting to the Associate Director of Development, the Head of Special Events works with staff across departments and with outside vendors to execute events that lend support in the general fundraising efforts and promotion of the Frick’s mission. These core functions and competencies will be reviewed in detail during the interview and selection process.Role RequirementsMinimum of six (6) years of progressive fundraising experience with a focus on special events & event production.Experience running a successful rental events program, including marketing and organizational best practices.Ambition to strengthen and grow an already successful and substantial fundraising events program.Knowledge of evolving event tastes to maintain core audience while refreshing events annually.Understanding of developing and managing event budgets of varying sizes.An effective team member, who possesses accountability, organizational skills, and creativity.Well-organized and comfortable juggling multiple timelines and projects calmly and strategically without sacrificing details.Superb verbal and written communication skills with outstanding interpersonal skills.Knowledge of the New York art world and its funding community is a plus.Competency with Microsoft Office Suite and databases; experience with Raiser’s Edge NXT preferred.The ideal candidate will be flexible and positive, while developing creative ideas that significantly increase revenue-growing opportunities associated with events at the Frick.Physical RequirementsThe candidate must be able to perform the essential functions of the position and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.Physical requirements are comparable to most office roles: the ability to interact in-person with colleagues and use common office tools and machines (computer, phone); and the ability to traverse throughout the offices and building(s) both inside and outside of the museum and visit different levels of the building. Paid Family leave: In addition to adhering to all federal family leave laws, we provide all eligible employees with paid bereavement and family leave.Health, Dental and Vision insurance: all full-time employees and their eligible dependents may enroll in employer sponsored benefits plans. Short and Long Term Disability and Life Insurance: the Frick covers the entire cost of these benefits for all full-time employees. Additional benefits include discounted Metro Cards/Transit Checks, flexible spending accounts for health, dependent care and commuting costs.Employment Status and CompensationThe salary for this full-time exempt role is commensurate with skills and experience with a starting annual salary of $140,000.00 to $150,000.00.The Frick Collection hosts events and other activities in the evenings and weekends that often require the Head of Special Events to be present for the oversight and execution of these activities.