DEWEY HALL IS HIRING!
Job Title: Hall Manager
Location: Dewey Hall, 91 Main Street, Sheffield, MA 01257
Terms:30
hours/week (20-25 hrs onsite, 5-10 hrs remote optional)
Rate: $24/hour
The Hall Manager is responsible for ensuring the smooth operation and readiness of Dewey Hall for all uses, including private rentals and public programs. The Hall Manager works with the Operations Manager and will oversee bookings, coordinate event logistics, manage promotions (i.e., website, social media and signage), maintain supply inventory and will act as a primary point of contact for visitors, clients and community groups, and is responsible for ensuring a welcoming and professional atmosphere.The ideal candidate is highly organized, tech-savvy, and able to keep detailed and accurate records of all planning, scheduling, inventory and communications related to Dewey Hall operations.This is a dynamic role that includes weekend and evening hours.
About Dewey Hall
Established in 1887 in Sheffield, Massachusetts, Dewey Hall offers a range of programming inspired by the cultural, creative, and artistic diversity of the Berkshires, with the goal of building community through events that promote active participation and shared experience. Dewey Hall is also available for private event rentals and has an occupancy capacity of 130 people.
Responsibilities
Maintain calendar and manage meeting and event scheduleCoordinate private hall rentals, including inquiries, showings, bookings, contracts, communications, permits and paymentsCoordinate staffing for public/private events and rentals, including event volunteersEnsure that venue is ready for events and private rentalsMaintain accurate event listings and updates on the website and social media.
Required Skills / AbilitiesProficiency with Google Drive, Google Calendar, and Microsoft SuiteStrong written and verbal communication and organizational skillsAvailability for evening and weekend hoursContact Us to ApplyEmail deweyhallmanagement@gmail.com for more information or to apply.
deweyhallmanagement@gmail.com to apply.
Job Title:
OPERATIONS Coordinator
Location:
Dewey Hall, 91 Main Street, Sheffield, MA 01257
Terms:
10-15 hours/week (hybrid)
Rate:
$25.00/hour
About the role:
The Operations Coordinator is responsible for smoothly maintaining day-to-day operations of Dewey Hall and ensuring all events run efficiently and according to established guidelines, including managing staff and working with the Dewey Hall Board of Directors. The position has the potential to evolve as the organization’s programming schedule grows and develops. The position involves occasional weekend and evening hours.
About Dewey Hall:
Established in 1887 in Sheffield, Massachusetts, Dewey Hall offers a range of programming inspired by the cultural, creative, and artistic diversity of the Berkshires with the goal of building community through events that promote active participation and shared experience. Dewey Hall is also available for private event rentals and has an occupancy capacity of 130 people.
Responsibilities:
• Manage Staff/Volunteers (day-to-day operations and special events)
• Serve as a liaison to Board of Directors
• Support program, grants, and sponsorship teams
• Oversee and maintain budget, in coordination with the Board of Directors and Bookkeeper
• Assist as needed in coordinating rentals and events
Required Skills / Abilities:
• Strong organization/communication skills
• Google Workspace applications experience, or similar computer literacy skills
• Calendar and scheduling management
• Square, Venmo, and cash management experience, or ability to learn these systems
Contact us to apply
Email Maggie McRae,
deweyhallmanagement@gmail.com for more information and to apply.
Job Title:
Rentals Coordinator
Location:
Dewey Hall, 91 Main Street, Sheffield, MA 01257
Terms:
10-15 hours/week (hybrid)
Rate:
$22.50/hour
About the role:
The Rentals Coordinator is responsible for overseeing all Dewey Hall bookings, including responding to rental inquiries, managing the booking calendar, scheduling site visits, meeting with potential renters, coordinating with vendors and internal staff to ensure smooth operations, setting up table/chairs, managing contracts and payment, and coordinating rental logistics. The position has the potential to evolve as the organization’s programming schedule grows and develops. The position involves weekend and evening hours.
About Dewey Hall:
Established in 1887 in Sheffield, Massachusetts, Dewey Hall offers a range of programming inspired by cultural, creative, and artistic diversity of the Berkshires with the goal of building community through events that promote active participation and shared experience. Dewey Hall is also available for private event rentals and has an occupancy capacity of 130 people.
Responsibilities:
• Manage bookings, contracts, and rental payments
• Coordinate event / rental staffing in conjunction w/ the Operations Coordinator & Events Coordinator
• Manage event listings for website / social media
• Oversee regular and incidental maintenance of the rental space in conjunction w/ the Operations Coordinator
Required Skills / Abilities:
• Strong organization/communication skills
• Google Workspace applications experience, or similar computer literacy skills
• Calendar and scheduling management
• Square, Venmo, and cash management experience or ability to learn these systems
• Evening and Weekend Hours
Contact us to apply
Email Maggie McRae,
deweyhallmanagement@gmail.com for more information and to apply.
