Art and Wellness Enterprises (AWE) is a professional services organization supporting non-profits founded by Alice Walton, including the Alice L. Walton Foundation, Alice L. Walton School of Medicine, Art Bridges Foundation, Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, the Momentary, and Heartland Whole Health Institute.
Job Description:
Job Title: Visitor Experience Concierge
Reports to: Senior Executive Assistant
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Location: Bentonville, Arkansas (On-site)
Date Reviewed: 06/30/2026
Art and Wellness Enterprises (AWE) supports operating non-profits founded by Alice Walton, including the Alice L. Walton Foundation, Alice L. Walton School of Medicine, Art Bridges, Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, the Momentary, and Heartland Whole Health Institute.
About The Position
The Visitor Experience Concierge is responsible for providing a welcoming, professional, and efficient experience for guests, staff, and visitors at the Heartland Whole Health Institute (HWHI) building on the Crystal Bridges Campus for Art and Wellness. Serving as the first point of contact, this role supports daily front desk operations, delivers exceptional customer service, and helps create a positive and memorable experience for everyone who visits the campus. Building relationships with guests and team members, providing outstanding service, and serving as a knowledgeable campus resource are key roles this position plays.
This role is essential in supporting visitor engagement and ensuring the smooth operation of front desk services. The Visitor Experience Concierge works closely with internal stakeholders to welcome guests, coordinate visitor logistics, support meetings and tours, provide administrative assistance, and maintain a professional, organized, and hospitable environment. This role also serves as a resource for campus information, helping visitors navigate programs, events, and facilities while supporting organizational standards for hospitality, security, and confidentiality.
Success in this role requires exceptional customer service skills, strong communication and organizational abilities, and a commitment to creating positive experiences for every guest. The ability to build relationships, manage multiple priorities, exercise sound judgment, and adapt to changing needs while maintaining a professional and welcoming presence is essential.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
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Serve as a welcoming and professional first point of contact for guests, vendors, and staff.
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Deliver high-quality customer service by responding promptly to inquiries, providing accurate information, and ensuring a positive experience for all visitors and colleagues.
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Act as a knowledgeable resource on current and upcoming exhibitions, programs, events, and Campus offerings. Proactively share information to enhance the guest experience.
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Assist guests in navigating visit options and recommend appropriate solutions based on individual needs.
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Stay up to date on Campus policies, procedures, products, and systems to support guest interactions effectively.
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Research and resolve guest concerns in a timely and courteous manner.
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Work closely with internal stakeholders to prepare for and support guided and VIP tours for the Heartland Whole Health Institute building and the Alice L. Walton School of Medicine. Ensure all logistical components are planned and aligned with organizational standards and expectations.
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Manage daily front desk operations, including guest check-in, visitor logs, deliveries and delivery notifications, incoming phone calls, and accurate call routing.
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Maintain an organized and clean front desk environment, ensuring hospitality materials and welcome information are current and fully stocked throughout the day.
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Provide general administrative support such as calendar coordination, data entry, filing, briefing document creation, digital materials, and meeting logistics.
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Coordinate the scheduling of conference rooms, internal spaces, and support internal meeting needs.
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Communicate effectively with internal teams to ensure seamless coordination and guest support.
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Adhere to security and confidentiality protocols in all visitor and staff interactions.
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Maintain awareness of Campus activities to answer questions and guide guests accordingly.
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Assist internal stakeholders with visitor engagement efforts and special projects as assigned.
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Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned to support evolving organizational needs.
Qualifications and Requirements
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High school diploma or equivalent.
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1–3 years of experience in visitor and/or guest experience, administrative, or customer service roles.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and comfortable using scheduling tools and visitor management systems.
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Strong verbal and written communication skills.
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Professional demeanor with a customer-first approach.
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Committed to providing supportive, responsive service.
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Ability to remain patient, adaptable, and focused in all interactions.
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Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, coordinate competing demands, and meet deadlines.
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Reliable and punctual, with a strong sense of responsibility and accountability.
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Proven ability to demonstrate integrity and discretion when handling sensitive information and situations.
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Ability to work independently with initiative and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
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Flexible and responsive to changing priorities while maintaining a high level of service and professionalism.
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High level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information.
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Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment while remaining adaptable and resilient.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those required by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
Physical Demands: In the work environment described, this position requires utilizing a computer and a telephone for prolonged periods of time, good hand-eye coordination, bending and stretching, and the physical stamina to lift and transport a minimum of 10 pounds. Visual acuity to review written materials is required for this job.
Work Environment: Work is performed on-site (Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.) in a professional, climate-controlled office environment with standard office equipment, including computers, printers, and telephones. This role requires working in an open setting near colleagues. The noise level is typically low to moderate. The role also requires regular interaction with both the public and internal team members in a professional and courteous manner. Some travel will be required, including overnight trips on occasion. A flexible schedule may be necessary to accommodate business needs, including occasional evening and weekend work hours.
Art and Wellness Enterprises, LLC is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.
All offers of employment are contingent on your successful completion (where permitted by state law) of a confidentiality agreement and a background check. In addition, you will need to provide proper identification verifying your eligibility to work in the United States.
