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Event Coordinator – Detroit Sports Commission
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $48,000.00 - $84,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
competitive compensation
Life insurance
Medical insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
paid company holidays
Floating holiday
Paid Time Off
Referral Bonus
401(k) with 4% match
paid parking
hybrid work schedule
Job Description
The Detroit Sports Commission (DSC) is a dynamic organization dedicated to promoting regional tourism and economic growth by connecting diverse communities through sports and cultural events. As a central figure in Detroit's vibrant sports landscape, the DSC collaborates with various partners to highlight the city’s rich history, spirit of innovation, and commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. The Commission fosters a workplace culture based on integrity, empowerment, transparency, community, passion, and empathy, striving to create an environment where all voices are valued and respected. This commitment extends into all facets of their work, ensuring that every event and project... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- Minimum 1 year experience in event support or coordination
- Valid unrestricted Michigan driver’s license
- Ability to lift, push, or carry up to 25 lbs occasionally
- Availability to work weekends and outside normal hours as needed
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities
- Excellent communication skills in English
- Ability to work in both remote and office environments
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion practices
- Willingness to travel for site inspections and events
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or commensurate experience
- 1-3 years of experience working in an event coordinator role within an organization
- Experience in event support or coordination within college athletic department, sports team, governing body, or similar organization
- Knowledge of sports facilities and local sports organizations
- Familiarity with the hospitality industry, Detroit metro area, and tourism attractions
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- Intermediate proficiency in CRM and Empowerment databases
- Ability to coordinate multiple clerical tasks and support sales processes
- Ability to work effectively both remotely and in-person
- Strong organizational, prioritizing and analytical skills
- Team-oriented with a passion for sports
Job Duties
- Provide event support duties at the direction of Senior Event Manager as assigned
- Provide support for volunteer efforts as required
- Work on-site at events to support staffing and client needs as assigned
- Enter leads into the system and follow-up with hotels/partners to ensure timely responses to RFPs
- Assist in creating proposals, bids, sales presentations and providing research as requested
- Organize site inspections with Senior Event Manager and Executive Director and participate in site tours as requested
- Communicate and follow up with partners as required
- Assist in responding to requests for information and assistance from both staff and outside constituents to fulfill annual and strategic sales goals
- Assist in various activities including maintenance of databases, distribution of leads, correspondence, staffing needs for special projects, preparation of bid books, site inspections, special events, and other necessary staff support functions
- Participate in weekly DSC staff meetings
- Navigate CRM and Empowerment databases with intermediate level proficiency
- Partner with Visit Detroit to embed diversity, equity, and inclusion into company culture and operations
- Proofread, format, and prepare correspondence
- Assist in copying and printing jobs for signage and related need
- Assemble packages for event participants, organizers, attendees, and others as needed
- Provide overall support to Detroit Sports Commission
- Provide secondary event support to Visit Detroit as needed
- Actively serve on a Strategic Planning Committee
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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