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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $24.77 - $37.16
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Job Description
The Convention and Entertainment Facilities Department is a prominent division within the City of Kansas City, Missouri, dedicated to managing and coordinating premier events and conventions. Located at 301 W 13th Street, this department plays a crucial role in driving economic growth and enhancing the city's reputation by hosting a diverse range of events, from large-scale conventions and trade shows to entertainment events and corporate meetings. The Event Coordination Division, part of this department, is responsible for ensuring seamless execution of these events, guaranteeing that clients and attendees experience world-class service and facility management.
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Job Requirements
- Accredited bachelor’s degree in hospitality/event management, public relations, or marketing or equivalent experience
- High school diploma or GED for positions with experience equivalency
- Pass pre-employment drug screen
- Must be willing to undergo a criminal history/background check
- Ability to establish residency in Kansas City within nine months if hired
Job Qualifications
- An accredited bachelor’s degree in hospitality/event management, public relations, or marketing
- Or an accredited bachelor’s degree and 1 year of experience in sales, marketing, supervising event operations, event coordination, logistics and/or arena/convention management
- High school graduation and 5 years of experience in sales, marketing, supervising event operations, event coordination, logistics and/or arena/convention management
- Preferred: accredited bachelor’s degree in business administration, liberal arts, recreation public administration or social sciences
- Preferred: 1 year related experience in arena management, convention center management or tradeshow management
- Preferred: 1 year supervisory experience
Job Duties
- Coordinates, monitors, and actively participates in all event-related activities in collaboration with show managers, promoters, and meeting planners to ensure successful execution of contracted events
- Reviews client-submitted floor plans and event setup proposals
- evaluates lighting, sound system placement, staging, and related components
- and provides recommendations prior to submitting plans to the Director of Convention Facilities and Fire Prevention Division for final approval
- Conducts facility tours for prospective clients to showcase convention center capabilities and services
- Performs comprehensive post-event inspections to ensure proper breakdown, compliance, and restoration of convention center facilities
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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