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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $24.50 - $27.00
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental Insurance
flexible schedule
Health Insurance
Life insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Job Description
This hiring establishment is a well-established organization specializing in event management and coordination, located in Providence, RI. Known for its commitment to delivering exceptional service in the event and convention industry, this company thrives on creating memorable experiences for its clients. With a focus on meticulous planning and excellent customer service, the company works closely with a wide range of customers including corporate clients, associations, and private individuals to organize successful meetings, conferences, banquets, and other special events. The organization is recognized for fostering a collaborative team environment where employees are empowered to deliver high standards in event planning and... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
- minimum four years of related experience in event management or similar field
- customer service experience of at least one year
- ability to communicate effectively before groups and write routine reports correspondence
- knowledge of relevant computer software including word processing and accounting systems
- ability to read and interpret technical documents and manuals
- capacity to solve practical problems and interpret various types of instructions
- physical ability to stand walk frequently and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds
- must be able to relocate to Providence RI before starting work
- availability to work flexible shifts including evenings weekends and holidays according to business needs
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university
- four to six years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
- strong written and verbal communication skills
- proficiency with word processing spreadsheet accounting inventory internet order processing and contact management software
- ability to read and interpret safety rules operating and maintenance instructions and manuals
- ability to calculate figures such as discounts interest commissions proportions percentages and volumes
- ability to solve practical problems and interpret instructions
- customer service experience
- ability to supervise and train staff
- experience supporting sales and marketing initiatives
- experience in event management preferred
- capability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- leadership and team management skills
Job Duties
- Consults with customers to determine objectives and requirements for events such as meetings conferences and conventions
- Monitors event activities to ensure compliance with applicable regulations laws satisfaction of participants and resolution of any problems that arise
- Confers with staff at event sites to coordinate details
- Cross-serves and assists team members as needed
- Reviews event bills for accuracy and approves payment
- Plans and develops programs agendas budgets and services according to customer requirements
- Coordinates services for events including accommodation transportation facilities catering signage displays special needs printing and security
- Arranges availability of audio-visual equipment transportation displays and other needs
- Inspects event facilities to ensure conformance to customer requirements
- Maintains records of event aspects including financial details
- Conducts post-event evaluations to improve future events
- Negotiates contracts with service providers such as hotels and convention centers
- Meets with sponsors and organizing committees to plan scope budget and format of events
- Supervises catered parties and wait staff
- Plans staffing for banquets including scheduling and assigning staff
- Adheres to restaurant policies and safety procedures
- Reports problems to management
- Directs administrative details such as financial operations promotion and inquiries
- Evaluates and selects service providers
- Reads trade publications and attends seminars on event management
- Hires trains and supervises volunteers and support staff
- Supports sales team with business reviews sales presentations and PowerPoint creation
- Assists clients with sales and marketing questions
- Prepares and submits staff expense reports monthly as a proxy
- Manages phone calls for senior sales executives
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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