Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $26.10 - $40.46
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
flexible schedule
Training and Development
Employee assistance program
Job Description
The Virginia Beach Convention Center, operated by the Convention & Visitors Bureau, is a premier venue designed to host a range of large-scale events including conventions, professional trade shows, consumer shows, and community gatherings. As a hub that facilitates successful experiences, the Convention Center prides itself on delivering high-quality services and amenities to ensure that every event proceeds smoothly and meets client expectations. Located in Virginia Beach, this establishment supports a diverse variety of events with detailed logistical support and exceptional customer service, contributing significantly to the local economy and community engagement.
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Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Six years experience in event supervision or related fields
- Valid Virginia or North Carolina drivers license or ability to obtain one
- Availability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime
- Completion of required training and certification within first year
- Ability to work in inclement weather conditions
- Must complete defensive driving, first aid/CPR/AED and crowd management certification
- Must be self-motivated and detail oriented
- Ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Six years experience in event supervision, hotel event coordination, association meeting planning, business or public administration, public relations, hotel or restaurant management, or supervision in a public assembly facility
- Current valid Virginia or North Carolina drivers license or ability to obtain one
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays and overtime
- Completion of Defensive Driving, First Aid/CPR/AED and Crowd Management training and certification within the first year
- Knowledge of Ungerboeck software
- Certified Meeting Professional designation preferred
- Graduation from IAVM Venue Management School preferred
- Experience managing large scale events (over 5,000)
- Experience managing trade shows or sporting events
- Experience managing life safety plans
- Experience managing front line staff
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Job Duties
- Supervise large events (5000+) held in a public assembly facility ensuring compliance with occupancy agreements, conformance with safety and welfare regulations, contractual requirements, and delivery of exceptional quality customer service
- Assist in the logistical and on-site coordination of set-up, move-in/out, and supervision of events and event staff
- Coordinate day of with contracted caterer and outside service contractors to assure client's needs have been met
- Organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines with special attention to detail and be able to work independently exercising judgment and initiative
- Advise clients of minimum staffing required to safely and effectively carry out events
- Inspect facility set-up for compliance with work orders
- Ensure all event related documents are signed and filed appropriately
- Complete a post event evaluation defining any issues that arise, including incidents which may be in violation of policies or result in claims for damages and make recommendations of how to preclude their re-occurrence
- Report exemplary service performed by staff as well as any staff related issues that may have occurred
- Performs other tasks related to the operation of the convention center as needed/assigned
- Responsible for ensuring compliance to life safety policies and procedures through staffing plans, floor plan design and onsite management of events
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