Marketing Sales Assistant - Part Time

The Indianapolis Zoo offers a unique, beautiful setting to groups and individuals looking to hold their meetings or events in the heart of Indianapolis.

Our Marketing Sales Assistant position is a part-time variable hourly supporting role within the Zoo's Marketing department. The successful candidate will have a polished, professional image, an outgoing personality, and a drive to assist with all things administrative. Some experience in sales, marketing, the hospitality industry, or a related field is preferred but not required.

Additionally, the Marketing Sales Assistant will serve as a backup for the Marketing Sales Coordinator to assist with phone calls, emails, group ticket requests, and venue/space reservations. The successful candidate will also assist the Group Sales team with corporate and social events (including weddings). This is a part-time position, approximately 20-29 hours per week. Must have availability to work weekends and evenings as needed. Pay for this exciting opportunity is $15.00 per hour.

Responsibilities and requirements include, but are not limited to:

• Answer phones, respond to inquiries, take messages.
• Conduct on-site prospect/client tours as needed and assist with on-site promotions and events.
• Indiana Driver's License (or ability to obtain one), and a driving record that is deemed insurable by the Zoo's insurance.
• Excellent written, verbal communication and presentation skills are required.
• Extremely organized, deadline and detail driven, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Outlook, and intermediate knowledge of Excel.

To apply:

• Interested candidates must submit an application to the Indianapolis Zoo's website.
• Interested applicants must include a resume and cover letter to be considered.

Employment at the Indianapolis Zoo is contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment testing including a background check, motor vehicle check (if applicable) and a drug test.