Event Coordinator

Event Coordinator
Full-TimeEvent CoordinatoratHolthus Convention Center - City Of York
Available Openings: 1
Apply By: October 1, 2020
Industry: Event Coordinator
Pay Type: Salary
Compensation: Competitive
Education Level: Bachelor's Degree

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assist with the scheduling of events and communicating with representatives of various business organizations, community groups, and individuals, regarding facility accommodations and services for conventions, trade shows, weddings, stage productions, banquets and special events.
  • Coordinate site tours of the facility and assist clients with event planning as needed.
  • Assist with the creation and maintenance of event contracts and assist with event bids as needed.
  • Provide necessary facility support and services to successfully stage and accommodate events including the setup of tables, chairs, linens, staging, audiovisual and additional equipment/supplies as needed.
  • Work closely with clients to ensure a high level of customer service and to provide consistent and timely delivery of all services, facility tours and to finalize booking arrangements for events.
  • Effectively communicate with clients in a friendly and positive manner in an effort to meet/exceed needs and resolve any and all complaints/issues that may arise.
  • Support facility Director with event, marketing, sales, operational and administrative tasks as assigned, including, but not limited to the following:
    • Assist with acquiring new business and preparing proposals for client review and approval.
    • Maintain facility website, social media content and necessary marketing collateral (brochures, sales folder, emails, direct mailers, necessary signage, etc.).
    • Answer phone calls and respond to online client inquiries in a timely manner
    • Assist event billing and payment process.
    • Coordinate vendor deliveries and pickups

Qualifications

Summary

The Convention Center Event Coordinator is responsible for assisting with the day-to-day operations of the Holthus Convention Center, including event scheduling, preparation and supervision. Responsibilities will also include assisting with sales and marketing initiatives, event billing and administrative tasks as assigned.

Required Education/Experience

  • A bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent work experience
  • Must have at least 1 year experience in event management, hospitality or related field
  • Strong customer/client service skills, computer skills and a strong work ethic
  • Flexible work hours; being able to work mornings, evenings and weekends
  • Knowledge of meeting/event management software is preferred

 

General Skills                                      

  • Excellent organizational and planning skills
  • Exceptional attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Open-minded, flexible and enthusiastic personality
  • Ability to prioritize multiple projects and work under pressure
  • Demonstrate problem-solving and communication skills
  • Professional presentation, appearance and work ethic
  • Proficient in Excel, Outlook and Word
  • Must be able to exert up to 20 lbs. occasionally and/or 10 lbs. frequently

Holthus Convention Center - City Of York

Contact: TerriCarlson
3130 Holen Avenue
York, York County, Nebraska 68467
US