Bilingual Event Manager

Vancouver, WA, USA|

Job Overview

Compensation

Salary

Range $65,000.00 - $75,000.00

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee assistance program

Training and Development

Equal opportunity employer

Job Description

SBM Management Services, LP is a leading company specializing in property and event management services. Renowned for its dedication to excellence, SBM offers comprehensive solutions that cater to various client needs, ensuring high-quality service and efficient management. As a reputable organization, SBM prides itself on fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment while offering competitive compensation and a wide range of benefits to its employees. With a strong commitment to community and customer satisfaction, SBM continues to expand its reach and maintain industry leadership through innovation and operational excellence.

The company is currently seeking a skilled Bilingual Event Manager to join its dynamic team. This full-time position offers an annual salary ranging from $65,000 to $75,000, reflective of the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate. The Bilingual Event Manager will play a pivotal role in managing the daily operations and coordination of events, ensuring seamless execution and exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate will be fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing for effective communication with diverse client bases and vendors.

In this role, the Event Manager will be responsible for overseeing the planning and management of a variety of events of medium to high complexity. This involves multitasking across different event components, maintaining strict timelines, and ensuring adherence to budgetary goals. The position requires strong organizational skills to process documentation and develop detailed schedules that guarantee adequate service coverage. Furthermore, the manager will coordinate vendor services, maintain inventory and supplies, and oversee the setup and takedown of event spaces to ensure all aspects meet client needs and company standards.

Collaboration is key in this role; the Event Manager will work closely with company leadership, vendors, and staff, mentoring and training event personnel while assessing and enhancing their performance. The ability to provide guidance in resolving issues and maintaining compliance with safety policies is essential. This role demands flexibility, strong communication skills, and the capacity to respond effectively to the dynamic nature of event management.

Physical requirements and work environment considerations are also part of this job, with duties involving frequent sitting, talking, and lifting up to 35 pounds. The company is committed to accommodating employees to perform essential functions safely and effectively.

SBM Management Services offers a robust benefits package and fosters an equal opportunity workplace that values diversity across multiple dimensions, including race, gender, age, disability, and veteran status. This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated bilingual professional to join a respected company and contribute to the delivery of outstanding event management services while advancing their career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Job Requirements

High school diploma / GED
4 years relevant experience
May be required to have a valid driver's license
Must complete all safety and task training certifications
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint
Must be able to read basic floor plans
Ability to change tasks or assignments outside normal duties
Ability to work in a team environment
Bilingual in Spanish required

Job Qualifications

High school diploma / GED
4 years relevant experience
Valid driver's license may be required
Completion of safety and task training certifications
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint
Ability to read basic floor plans
Customer service skills
Problem solving skills
Time management skills
Project management skills
Planning skills
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Interviewing, coaching and training skills
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to change tasks or assignments outside normal duties

Job Duties

Provide a high quality of service to the customers
Multitasking medium and high-level events with leadership and high-level users
Maintain timelines, process documents, and other organizational tactics
Ensure events meet budgetary goals on a sustaining basis
Plan and develop work schedules to ensure adequate service
Procure and coordinate vendor services to support onsite events
Audit and maintain inventories supplies and equipment
Inspect event aspects to ensure they conform to the event needs
Create specialized floor plans and coordinate event setup/take down
Ensure that event set-ups/take downs are completed timely, accurately, safely, and efficiently
Ensure rooms are operational by conducting daily and weekly checks
Maintain and update event data and distribute to the appropriate teams
Contact end users for missing or conflicting information
Work collaboratively with company leadership and other vendor management to understand successful event criteria
Onboard, train, and mentor event staff
Provide training to staff and community partners who use the Event Management
Provide guidance in resolving issues
Comply with company safety rules, policies, and procedures
Stop at risk behavior of others and self
Other duties as assigned
Bilingual in Spanish required