--- title: 'Event Specialist, On-Call at SFMOMA' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/event-specialist-on-call-sfmoma-san-francisco-w9taa1c6397t' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-11-04' --- # Event Specialist, On-Call at SFMOMA - **Company:** SFMOMA - **Location:** San Francisco, CA - **Compensation:** $32–$38/hr - **Work type:** onsite - **Posted:** 2026-10-29 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-04 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/sfmoma/d2af0864-ec53-4749-9659-7355443378f9 ## Job description The San Francisco Museum of Modern Art is one of the largest museums of modern and contemporary art in the United States and a thriving cultural center for the Bay Area. We cannot imagine life without art; it inspires and connects us every day. Now more than ever, these connections matter and are aligned with our values. Inclusive: We strive to be a museum of many voices in dialogue. Passionate: We believe working with art is more than a job or trusteeship - it's a way of life. Brave: We are committed to approaching our work with courage and a sense of adventure, always ready to explore new perspectives. Empathic: We aim to act like a person, not an institution. SFMOMA is a place for the infinitely curious to explore, support, and experience the art of our time. We believe that modern and contemporary art can influence the way we think, view the world, and embrace the many voices and perspectives around us. We aspire to foster an environment that elicits joy, nurtures a sense of belonging and purpose—where difference is seen as a strength, and every one is appreciated for their whole self. Schedule: On-Call, fully onsite The On-Call Event Specialist provides supervision and day-of support for a variety of events being held within the Museum. Responsible for monitoring, delivering logistical support, and ensuring all museum policies are adhered to by event planners, guests, and third-party vendors. Able to work flexible hours from start to finish of an event. The position reports to the Event Operations Manager and acts as a liaison between the events team, museum departments, vendors and groups renting the facility. ## Responsibilities & Duties - Provide logistical support for SFMOMA Events and programs, including internal events, special events and rental events. - Supervise load-in, installation, and load-out of vendors and equipment. This includes the event space, loading docks, staging area, greenroom, and catering prep areas. - Clear and direct communication between fellow museum staff, guests, and vendors. Referring clients and guests to events operations manager. - Setting up, clearing, and restoring SFMOMA event spaces, including moving carts, dollies, signage, and stanchions. - Oversee safety of guests, vendors, staff, and the museum, providing excellent customer service skills. - Assist with the opening and closing of the museum for each event, which includes directing caterers and vendors. - Assist with coat check, wayfinding, operating the freight elevators, and supporting the Event Manager during the event as directed. - Represents museum to guests, clients, vendors, event planners, providing professional service to all events. - Proactive in assisting Event Manager in all duties, ensuring a positive experience working with all guests and staff of the museum. - Other event related duties as assigned. ## Qualifications & Skills - Minimum of one (1) year of event management experience or on-site venue experience. - Interest in professional events planning and/or hospitality. Cultural institution experience preferred. - Must be able to work flexible hours, which includes nights and weekends. Working Conditions - Office and Museum wide setting. - Ability to work flexible hours. - Must be able to lift 30 lbs. Job posting open date: 10/29/26 All jobs posted will remain open for at least five business days. We encourage both internal and external candidates to apply within the initial open posting period as the application close date may or may not be extended beyond that initial period. Location: San Francisco, 151 3rd Street. Benefits: SF City Option, SFMOMA Membership, and more At SFMOMA, we do not believe that any applicant can, or should, meet every qualification listed in a job posting. We are committed to welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and professional paths who are inspired to join a mission-driven, community-oriented organization grounded in inclusivity, passion, bravery, and empathy. If this describes you, we encourage you to apply. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. SFMOMA is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. No person shall be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, age, genetic information, ancestry/national origin, marital status, disability, medical condition, HIV status, sexual orientation, veteran/military status, and any other category protected by federal or state law. You may request reasonable accommodation if you are unable to or are limited in your ability to access job postings or provide additional information asked in the job posting. You can request reasonable accommodation by contacting the People Team at talent@sfmoma.org. ## About SFMOMA ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: SFMOMA is a leading modern and contemporary art museum in San Francisco, dedicated to sharing the art of our time through exhibitions, education, and community engagement. - **Entity Type**: Nonprofit (private, not publicly traded) - **Headquarters**: San Francisco, California, United States - **Founded**: 1935 - **Founders**: Not applicable (founded as a public institution) ## Core Business - Primary industry: Art museum / Cultural institution - Target customers: B2C (visitors, members, donors), B2B (corporate partners, event renters) - Mission: "Art transforms lives. It provokes us to think, to express, to explore our own creativity, to envision new possibilities." [sfmoma.org](https://www.sfmoma.org/join-the-team/) ## Products & Services - **Exhibitions**: Curated shows featuring modern and contemporary art from the permanent collection (including the Fisher Collection) and temporary installations. - **Membership Program**: Tiered memberships offering free admission, exhibition previews, and discounts. - **Education & Public Programs**: Lectures, guided tours, family programs, and workshops for all ages. - **Museum Store**: Retail merchandise including art books, prints, and gifts. - **Venue Rentals**: Spaces available for private events, corporate gatherings, and weddings. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not applicable (nonprofit). Annual revenue: ~$29.1M (LinkedIn estimate). [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/san-francisco-museum-of-modern-art) - **Key Metric**: 1,113,984 visitors in 2017. [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/san-francisco-museum-of-modern-art) - **Notorable Investors/Partners**: Fisher Collection (major donor); Snøhetta (architect of the 2016 expansion); Board leadership includes Robert J. Fisher (Chairperson), Diana Nelson (President), and Director Christopher Bedford. - **Growth Signals**: Completed a major expansion in 2016; continues to attract over a million visitors annually; offers a paid summer internship program for 2026. [sfmoma.org](https://www.sfmoma.org/join-the-team/internship-program/) ## Competitive Advantages - One of the largest collections of modern and contemporary art on the West Coast, including the renowned Fisher Collection. - Iconic building designed by Mario Botta (1995) and expanded by Snøhetta (2016). - Strong brand recognition and deep roots in the Bay Area cultural community. - Core values of inclusivity, passion, bravery, and empathy drive a people-centered workplace. ## Strategic Focus - Deepening community engagement through inclusive programming and outreach. - Expanding digital presence and online access to the collection. - Continuing to present innovative, thought-provoking exhibitions. - Fostering diversity and representation in the arts and within the museum workforce. ## Why Work Here - Culture: Emphasizes inclusivity, passion, bravery, and empathy. Employees describe a caring, people-centered community where strong workplace relationships flourish. [sfmoma.org](https://www.sfmoma.org/join-the-team/) - Work model: Mix of on-site, hybrid, and temporary roles (e.g., Archives Interns on-site, Project Manager II hybrid). [jobs.lever.co](https://jobs.lever.co/sfmoma) - Perks: Paid internship stipend, free admission to partner museums, one-year SFMOMA Individual Membership for interns, professional development workshops, and curatorial walk-throughs. [sfmoma.org](https://www.sfmoma.org/join-the-team/internship-program/) - Hiring process: Thorough and comprehensive; background checks conducted; accommodation available upon request. [sfmoma.org](https://www.sfmoma.org/join-the-team/jobs-faq/) ## Sources 1. [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/san-francisco-museum-of-modern-art) 2. [sfmoma.org](https://www.sfmoma.org/join-the-team/) 3. [jobs.lever.co](https://jobs.lever.co/sfmoma) 4. [sfmoma.org](https://www.sfmoma.org/join-the-team/internship-program/) 5. 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