Events & Venue Manager

External

Job Title:

Events & Venue Manager

Internal

Job Title:

Events/Rentals Manager and Operations Coordinator

FLSA Status: Exempt

Department: Operations

Reports To: Director of Operations

The Pikesville Armory Foundation is transforming the historic Pikesville Armory into a vibrant, arts-infused community space for all generations. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to building community through meaningful events and partnerships.

PAF is seeking an organized, customer‑focused Events and Venue Manager to oversee both internal programs and external facility rentals. This role manages the full event lifecycle—from inquiry to execution—while ensuring an exceptional client and guest experience. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys working with people, and is passionate about community engagement.

• Serve as the primary contact for all events and rental inquiries
• Manage the full rental process: tours, proposals, contracts, invoicing, and follow‑up
• Plan and coordinate event logistics, including setup, scheduling, equipment, and permits
• Provide on‑site oversight to ensure smooth execution and high‑quality service
• Recruit, train, and supervise event staff and volunteers
• Coordinate vendors and contractors; maintain a preferred vendor list
• Track staff and volunteer hours to support reporting needs

• Maintain event space readiness, inventory, and cleanliness standards
• Track event utilization and revenue; provide regular reports
• Identify opportunities to increase rentals, partnerships, and sponsor ships

• High school diploma or equivalent and 3+ years of experience in event management, hospitality, venue operations, nonprofit events, or project management
• Proven ability to manage multiple events from planning through execution
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills
• Ability to stay calm, flexible, and solutions‑focused in a fast‑paced environment
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays
• Passion for community, the arts, and nonprofit work
• Crowd Management Certification preferred (PAF will sponsor if needed)

• Salary: $60,000 – $70,000, based on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (including a 100% employer‑paid option)
• Employer‑paid life, short‑term, and long‑term disability insurance
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Collaborative, mission‑driven work environment

Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing stairs, listening, hearing, and visual acuity. Must be able to move throughout the event space, including walking long distances, climbing stairs, and navigating crowded areas. Frequent lifting, carrying, and moving event materials and equipment up to 15 pounds. Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors in a variety of weather conditions. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer may be required.

Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively in fast‑paced or crowded event settings.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this position successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States (no visa sponsorship available).

Pikesville Armory Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. Employment is at‑will and may be terminated by either the employee or the organization at any time, in accordance with applicable law.

To apply , please send a cover letter and resume to Kristin

(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). with “Event Manager” in the subject line. Candidates will be contacted if there is an opportunity to be