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The Rotch-Jones-Duff House & Garden Museum (RJD) seeks a permanent full-time Functions & Sales Manager (FSM) to help brand the Museum as an accessible and welcoming site to visit, socialize, celebrate and work. The FSM is the main contact at the museum for weekend visitation, function rentals, and corporate members. This position oversees all outside rentals of the property, from corporate meetings to weddings and family parties. They are responsible for generating new leads and clients, and earned income from function rentals and membership. In partnership with the Executive Director, they design the scope of the rental and membership programs. They work closely with other Functions staff to oversee rental events. They are the sole staff member responsible for ensuring that weekend public hours at the museum, event rentals, and all public programs have sufficient staff coverage. The FSM serves as the lead staff covering weekend museum shifts, event rentals, membership receptions and public programs. They manage a seasonal events staff of one to three people and report to the Executive Director. The successful candidate will be personable, highly organized and efficient, able to problem-solve and prioritize multiple tasks to meet deadlines, and above all, be trustworthy and reliable. Preferred experience includes familiarity with the local area and communities, excellent communication skills, and at least three years of experience working in hospitality, event rentals, or similar work. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and Zoom required. Staff at RJD serve as stewards of an 1834 historic building and garden and as proactive members of the cultural community, helping the Museum to serve and respond to the interests of current and potential new audiences. RJD Staff are members of a small team, working together towards accessibility, excellence, inclusion, and meaningful experiences. The Museum?s one-acre plot and 1834 mansion serve as a unique location where true bonds with our community can be made. Schedule: This position includes weekly hours for the administration of function rentals, and Front Desk staffing. Saturday hours are required. Additional hours are required as the schedule of functions demand, mainly on weekends and throughout the functions season (May through October). Compensation: The salary range is \$42,000 ? \$50,000. Health benefits and an employer-matched IRA plan are available, as well as paid time off. The full job description can be viewed at our web site: http://rjdmuseum.org/employment/ To apply: Email or mail cover letter, resume and three professional references to Dawn E. Salerno, Executive Director, Rotch-Jones-Duff House & Garden Museum, 396 County Street, New Bedford, MA 02740 / dsalerno@rjdmuseum.org. RJD is an equal opportunity employer.