Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $54,288.00 - $84,156.80
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Wellness Program
Retirement Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Job Description
The Virginia Beach Convention Center is a premier venue dedicated to facilitating successful and memorable events in the heart of Virginia Beach. It serves as a hub for conventions, professional trade shows, consumer shows, and community events, ensuring a wide variety of gatherings are supported by a full range of high-quality services and amenities. The convention center prides itself on creating an environment that promotes excellence in event hosting and customer service, making it a top choice for event planners and attendees alike. With a strong commitment to operational excellence, the facility focuses on safety, compliance, and client satisfaction, all... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Six years of relevant experience in event coordination or related fields
- Valid Virginia or North Carolina driver’s license
- Must be available to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime
- Ability to work during inclement weather as an Alpha I employee
- Completion and maintenance of Defensive Driving, First Aid/CPR/AED, and Crowd Management certifications
- Ability to work flexible schedules based on event needs
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Six years experience in event supervision, hotel event coordination, meeting planning, public relations, or related fields
- Strong knowledge of event management and public assembly facility operations
- Ability to plan and manage large events with attention to detail and customer service
- Proficiency with computerized event management systems preferred
- Effective communication and organizational skills
- Availability to work varied hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Defensive Driving, First Aid/CPR/AED, and Crowd Management certification within first year
- Valid Virginia or North Carolina driver’s license
Job Duties
- Plan, direct, and supervise large events (5000+) ensuring compliance with occupancy agreements and safety regulations
- Assist in logistical and on-site coordination of set-up, move-in/out, and supervision of events and staff
- Create detailed service orders through computerized event management systems and liaise with caterers and contractors
- Provide itemized cost estimates and manage invoicing for facility charges
- Schedule contract services and equipment to supplement in-house offerings
- Organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines with attention to detail
- Advise clients on minimum staffing and inspect facility set-up for compliance
- Ensure all event documents are signed and filed appropriately
- Complete post-event evaluations and recommend preventive measures
- Report staff performance and issues
- Perform other convention center operational tasks
- Ensure compliance with life safety policies through staffing and onsite event management
- Work flexible hours including late nights, early mornings, weekends
- Complete required certifications in Defensive Driving, First Aid/CPR/AED, and Crowd Management within the first year
- Work during inclement weather as designated Alpha I position
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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