AEG
Event Coordinator | Durham Convention Center
AEG, Durham, North Carolina, United States, 27703
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Overview
The Part-Time Event Coordinator will assist the Events Departments in planning, execution, and completion of various events held at the Durham Convention Center. In this role, the event coordinator will have a guest services attitude and be the liason between the client and internal departments. The candidate will also assist with catering, scheduling, and staff management.
This role will pay an hourly wage of $19.00.
For FT roles: Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).
This position will remain open until December 31, 2024.
ResponsibilitiesEvent Management:Assist in coordinating various types of events, including, but not limited to, meetings, banquets holiday parties, conferences, and graduationsParticipate in planning and execution of eventsAssist as liasion between internal departments and external clientsCreate SignageMaintain inventory of all department supplies: votives, charges, linens, etc.Attend departmental and building meetings, as neededComplete other projects, as assignedGuest Services:
Client-focused interaction and ability to problem-solve to meet client needsAssist Director of Food and Beverage and Event Managers with on-site management of banquet staffEnsure event floor plan is executed accuratelyAssume responsibility of any banquet position when needed
Qualifications
4-year degree from a college or university preferredOne year experience same or similar position in arenas, convention centers, stadiums or theaters preferredAbility to work flexible and sometimes demanding schedules (including nights, weekends, holidays and extended hours)Experience with Microsoft Office products, CAD and Ticketmaster ticketing software preferred
Intellectual/Social, Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The intellectual/social, physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Intellectual/Social Demands:
While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is continuously asked to multi-task under time limits. Position requires constant attention to precise details and accuracy of specified standards including: following simple to complex (more than 3 steps) instructions, and concentration which frequently extends beyond 30 minutes at a time. Employees in this role will constantly be in leadership role; this requires directing others either verbally or in writing to complete tasks in prescribed time frame. This position also requires constant use of interpersonal skills including, but not limited to: ability to direct/motivate/inform staff and foster collaboration, ability to recognize and resolve conflicts, and ability to openly communicate verbally and in writing with clients and co-workers.
Physical Demands:
While performing the essential functions of the job, the employee constantly operates a computer and other office devices such telephones, copy machines, etc; occasionally moves about inside the office to access storage areas, cabinets and office machinery; constantly communicates via telephone, email and in-person with others to exchange accurate information; and constantly moves about the arena and event sites before, during and after events to service clients and supervise staff. Talking and standing for long period
Work Environment:
The essential functions of this position are performed indoors. The noise level in the work environment can range from minimal to loud during events, depending on the incumbent's location, and minimal during non-event times.
Overview
The Part-Time Event Coordinator will assist the Events Departments in planning, execution, and completion of various events held at the Durham Convention Center. In this role, the event coordinator will have a guest services attitude and be the liason between the client and internal departments. The candidate will also assist with catering, scheduling, and staff management.
This role will pay an hourly wage of $19.00.
For FT roles: Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).
This position will remain open until December 31, 2024.
ResponsibilitiesEvent Management:Assist in coordinating various types of events, including, but not limited to, meetings, banquets holiday parties, conferences, and graduationsParticipate in planning and execution of eventsAssist as liasion between internal departments and external clientsCreate SignageMaintain inventory of all department supplies: votives, charges, linens, etc.Attend departmental and building meetings, as neededComplete other projects, as assignedGuest Services:
Client-focused interaction and ability to problem-solve to meet client needsAssist Director of Food and Beverage and Event Managers with on-site management of banquet staffEnsure event floor plan is executed accuratelyAssume responsibility of any banquet position when needed
Qualifications
4-year degree from a college or university preferredOne year experience same or similar position in arenas, convention centers, stadiums or theaters preferredAbility to work flexible and sometimes demanding schedules (including nights, weekends, holidays and extended hours)Experience with Microsoft Office products, CAD and Ticketmaster ticketing software preferred
Intellectual/Social, Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The intellectual/social, physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Intellectual/Social Demands:
While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is continuously asked to multi-task under time limits. Position requires constant attention to precise details and accuracy of specified standards including: following simple to complex (more than 3 steps) instructions, and concentration which frequently extends beyond 30 minutes at a time. Employees in this role will constantly be in leadership role; this requires directing others either verbally or in writing to complete tasks in prescribed time frame. This position also requires constant use of interpersonal skills including, but not limited to: ability to direct/motivate/inform staff and foster collaboration, ability to recognize and resolve conflicts, and ability to openly communicate verbally and in writing with clients and co-workers.
Physical Demands:
While performing the essential functions of the job, the employee constantly operates a computer and other office devices such telephones, copy machines, etc; occasionally moves about inside the office to access storage areas, cabinets and office machinery; constantly communicates via telephone, email and in-person with others to exchange accurate information; and constantly moves about the arena and event sites before, during and after events to service clients and supervise staff. Talking and standing for long period
Work Environment:
The essential functions of this position are performed indoors. The noise level in the work environment can range from minimal to loud during events, depending on the incumbent's location, and minimal during non-event times.