Event Coordinator

The Michaels Companies, Inc., is a renowned leader in arts and crafts retail, operating over 1,300 stores across 49 states in the United States and Canada, as well as an extensive online platform at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the ultimate destination for creativity and celebration. The company is also the owner of Artistree, a manufacturer specializing in custom and specialty framing merchandise. Michaels is dedicated to fueling the joy of creativity for millions of customers, offering a wide assortment of arts, crafts, framing, floral, home décor, and seasonal merchandise.

At Michaels, team members enjoy a work environment that values inclusiveness, diversity, and personal growth. The company prioritizes the well-being of its associates by providing comprehensive benefits packages that accommodate full-time and part-time employees alike. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, tuition assistance, and generous employee discounts. Michaels fosters a respectful and supportive workplace where team members are encouraged to collaborate, innovate, and grow professionally.

The position available at the PROV-WARWICK, RI Michaels store is a Part-Time role focused on Event Coordination and Customer Experience. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing events, including children’s birthday parties and craft classes, ensuring a fun, engaging, and memorable experience for guests of all ages. This role demands a dynamic and enthusiastic individual who can manage multiple events simultaneously while providing friendly, knowledgeable customer service on the retail floor.

Key aspects of the role include fostering a welcoming environment, demonstrating craft projects, facilitating party activities such as face painting and party add-ons like goody bags and balloons, and managing communication with clients and store teams. Administrative tasks such as handling emails, phone calls, and paperwork are part of the day-to-day responsibilities, as well as responding to client feedback with flexibility to adjust event planning. Maintaining cleanliness, safety, and operational standards before and after events is vital to uphold the company’s brand promises.

In addition to event coordination, this role supports the customer experience by assisting shoppers in finding products, providing solutions, and ensuring a fast and friendly checkout process. Promoting company programs such as the Rewards program and Private Label Credit Cards, educating customers about feedback surveys, and participating in omni-channel fulfillment initiatives like Buy Online Pickup in Store (BOPIS) and Ship From Store (SFS) are essential components. The role also involves operational duties including truck unloading, stocking, planogram execution, merchandise recovery, store optimization, shrink prevention, and safety compliance.

This position offers a Total Base Pay Range of $16.00 to $18.80 per hour, reflecting Michaels’ commitment to competitive compensation. Candidates should be prepared for a retail environment that requires physical activity such as standing for extended periods, lifting, bending, and occasional outdoor tasks. Michaels is committed to providing accommodations to ensure all individuals can perform essential job functions effectively.

Michaels stands as an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to creating a fully inclusive workplace. Through compliance with federal, state, and local legal requirements, the company ensures all qualified individuals have equal access to employment opportunities, fostering a culture of innovation, creativity, and mutual respect. If accommodations are needed for the application or employment process, Michaels provides assistance to guarantee a supportive experience for all applicants and employees.