Hybrid Setup Assistant, Minnesota State Capitol bei Minnesota Historical Society

JOB TITLE: Setup Assistant, Minnesota State Capitol

LOCATION: Minnesota State Capitol 75 Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, St Paul MN 55155

COMPENSATION: Typical starting range $19.67 - $21.18 hourly

STATUS & HOURS: Part-time, regular (approximately 416 annual hours) position. 

BENEFITS:  Eligible to participate in a retirement program with employer contribution.  Generous vacation and sick time accruals.

DESIGNATION: Bargaining Unit AFSCME Local 3173

POSTING DATE: August 18, 2025

DEADLINE DATE: September 1, 2025

DESCRIPTION:  This position exists to facilitate and conduct the set-up, take down and operation of equipment for public events and rallies in public spaces at the Minnesota State Capitol. This position may also involve facilitating the set-up or rental events and programs at the Minnesota History Center on occasion.

SUMMARY OF WORK:  1) Conduct and oversee the set-up/take down of equipment and event furniture for public events, rallies, programs, and rental events; and 2) Maintain site equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Strong communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.

• Demonstrated ability to instruct and direct others on set up needs and equipment retrieval. 

• Demonstrated ability to update records and keep track of event scheduling.

• Demonstrated ability to problem solve amidst noisy and high-pressure situations.

• Demonstrated flexibly to adjust to unusual and unexpected occurrences in the working environment.

• Ability to lift and move 50 lbs.

• Ability to learn and be guided by historic site preservation concerns, rules, and needs.

• Available to work a flexible schedule including weekends, sometimes on short notice.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with public address systems.

• An understanding and command of historic site public use rules and policies.

Should you have questions with the application process, email [email protected] or call MNHS Job Line at 651-259-3181.   

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