Job Description
Salary: $17.00 Hourly
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: Temporary - Part-Time
Job Number: 191528
Agency: State Museum Commission
Division: Guest Services
Opening Date: 08/07/2026
Closing Date: 9/6/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: All applicants must apply online.
Class Code:: UZ01
Position Number:: 61137053
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Weekdays, nights, weekends, holidays, and special events, as needed.
Pay Grade: Unclassified
Hiring Range - Min.: $17.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $17.00
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities Job Overview Are you looking to be part of an innovative team of professionals dedicated to telling South Carolina's diverse stories? As the storytellers of South Carolina, the South Carolina State Museum (SCSM) shares the state's rich natural history, cultural diversity, innovative spirit, and artistic creativity through its permanent collections, educational programs, exhibitions, and digital resources.
The Special Events Assistant serves as an on-site representative of the South Carolina State Museum during events, ensuring a welcoming, organized, and professional experience for guests, clients, and vendors. This position supports event coordination, administrative functions, and guest services while ensuring adherence to museum policies and proper care of facilities and exhibits. The position reports to the Special Events Manager.
Job Responsibilities • Greet and direct guests, clients, and vendors in a professional and courteous manner.
• Serve as the primary on-site point of contact during events.
• Coordinate with vendors, caterers, and museum staff to support event execution.
• Work with the Event Coordinator to set up and execute events according to established plans.
• Monitor event areas for compliance with museum policies, safety guidelines, and schedules.
• Provide oversight in galleries and event spaces to protect exhibits and ensure appropriate guest behavior.
• Assist with event setup, placement of materials, and adjustments as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of event spaces during events.
• Assist with guest flow, crowd management, and overall event logistics.
• Support breakdown activities, including light cleanup and coordination with setup teams.
• Conduct post-event walkthroughs to ensure spaces are left in acceptable condition.
• Perform administrative tasks assigned by the Rentals Manager, including newsletters, spreadsheets, and general office support.
• Learn and use the Tripleseat booking system for event scheduling and client management.
• Learn and process payments through the Galaxy payment system according to established procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum and Additional Requirements • Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills and willingness to learn new software systems.
• Ability to remain professional and composed in fast-paced or high-pressure environments.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and enforce policies respectfully.
• Reliable, punctual, and available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Preferred Qualifications • Experience in event hosting, hospitality, customer service, or a related field.
• Experience with event management or booking software (e.g., Tripleseat).
• Experience processing payments or operating point-of-sale systems (e.g., Galaxy).
• Familiarity with event coordination or venue operations.
Work Environment Work is performed in a fast-paced, event-driven environment within museum facilities and occasional outdoor spaces. Duties require extended periods of standing and walking; frequent interaction with guests, vendors, and staff; and the ability to perform light physical tasks such as bending, reaching, or lifting items up to 25 pounds. The role also requires navigating indoor and outdoor event areas, sometimes in crowded or loud settings. Occasional administrative office work is required. Most work hours occur during evenings and weekends.
Additional Comments • This position is event-based, and hours will vary depending on scheduled events.
• Candidates must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
Benefits for State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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