Hn Assistant Department Manager - Philadelphia, United States - Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site Inc

Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site Inc
Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site Inc
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Philadelphia, United States

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About ESPHS:


Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site is a museum interpreting the legacy of American criminal justice reform from the site of the world's first penitentiary.

The facility pioneered the large-scale use of solitary confinement in the early 19th century and housed approximately 85,000 people during its 142 years of operation.


The building itself was an architectural wonder:

it had running water and central heat before the White House, and its revolutionary wagon-wheel design has been copied by more than 300 prisons around the globe.

Although the prison now stands in ruin, its story remains relevant today.


Today, Eastern State Penitentiary attracts hundreds of thousands of guests from around the world each year to explore the site's fascinating past and contemplate some of the most critical issues facing our nation.

Its innovative public history program draws connections to contemporary justice reform through an approach that values multiple perspectives, amplifies marginalized voices, and respects a broad range of visitors' interests and learning styles.

Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Corporation that operates the penitentiary, a National Historic Landmark, as an historic site and museum.


About Halloween Nights:


Halloween Nights is the Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site's annual Halloween-themed fundraiser event providing safe, fun, high-quality entertainment that raises funds used to help fulfill the mission of ESPHS, Inc.

All proceeds from the event are used to support the preservation and interpretation of this National Historic Landmark.


Summary/Objective:


The Assistant Department Manager (ADM) will assist in overseeing and managing most aspects of their work group related to the show.

While also playing a crucial role in ensuring the seamless execution of department activities and operations of the assigned department.

This employee may be in the Haunt, Live Entertainment, or Operations divisions of Halloween Nights. Your skill set determines the selection of which division you are in and first come, first serve biases.

This role will direct and support an environment of diversity and inclusion where staff of varying backgrounds can thrive, and assist other employees in the performance of their job duties as described below:


Duties & Responsibilities:


  • Arrive promptly at call time to assist in the beginning of the night procedures, such as role assignment, stretching, and coordinating titans actors if needed.
  • Support and assist the Department Manager (DM) in overseeing all staff and operations for the assigned area
  • Show leadership display exemplify behavior, and act as a role model for staff in your department
  • Act as Department Manager in their absence with scheduling, keeping track of staff hours, coordinating, and attending staff nightly meeting.
  • Other duties may be assigned to foster an efficient flow of business. All duties to be conducted in accordance with Eastern State's mission and principles
  • Help lead aspects of staff training

Education/Certifications, Licenses, Credentials:


  • High school diploma or GED
  • Experience with clothing design/tailoring is preferred

Required Skills/Abilities:


  • High level of personal sensitivity related to others related to diverse teams of various identities including but not limited to: age, race, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, etc.
  • Strong Verbal & written communication skills
  • Strong ability to problem solve
  • Uphold all of the organizations policies
  • Proven record of reliability
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership abilities.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and problemsolving
  • Detail Oriented Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
  • Ability to thrive in operational and theatrical roles on any given night
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
  • Ability to function well in a highpaced and stressful environment.

Physical Requirements:


  • Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.
  • Ability to walk all aspects of the 10 acre site each night for the duration of the show.
  • Must be comfortable working in dark, loud and theatrical spaces.
  • Ability to work in space where temperatures may vary to cold and hot
  • Ability to climb, stoop, crawl and maneuver in tight spaces can be required depending on the department.

Commitment to Diversity:


Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site, Inc.

is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, arrest record or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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