Events Operations Specialist

Detroit, MI, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $15.00 - $26.00

Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Professional development opportunities

Employee assistance program

Job Description

Huntington Place, managed by ASM Global, stands as a premier convention center renowned for hosting a wide array of events, including conventions, trade shows, and large-scale public gatherings. Located onsite, this prestigious venue offers state-of-the-art facilities designed to accommodate various event sizes and types, ensuring seamless experiences for clients and attendees alike. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, Huntington Place emphasizes high-quality service delivery through meticulous event planning and operational expertise.

The Event Operations Specialist at Huntington Place occupies a critical, multifaceted position integral to the success of event execution and labor management. This full-time, exempt role ... Show More

Job Requirements

Ability to stand, walk long distances, and climb stairs or ladders during event setup and teardown
must be able to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays
minimum two years of experience in public facility management, convention or trade show operations, or similar service-driven environment
proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel and Word
strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills
ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Job Qualifications

Minimum two years of experience in public facility management, convention or trade show operations, or a similar service-driven environment
familiarity with labor coordination, vendor oversight, and union jurisdictions preferred
bachelor’s degree in hospitality, business, or a related field preferred
relevant experience may be considered in lieu
proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel and Word
strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills
ability to multitask in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment
strong attention to detail with an analytical approach to scheduling and labor forecasting

Job Duties

Serve as the on-site coordinator for assigned events from setup to teardown
establish initial and ongoing communication with clients to confirm event requirements
prepare detailed event resumes and distribute them to relevant departments
coordinate event logistics with internal teams and third-party providers including AV and telecommunications
ensure client expectations are met through timely execution and problem resolution
assist Event Managers with planning, communications, and onsite support
participate in weekly event coordination meetings and staff briefings
support implementation of facility rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
prepare labor estimates based on production schedules, equipment lists, and event specifications
procure, review, and process daily labor sheets
verify alignment with labor orders
address discrepancies with the Foreman, Steward, or Client and resolve as needed
enter and manage labor data in the accounting payroll system for timely processing
prepare detailed weekly client invoices and ensure timely submission
support off-site labor planning and coordination when required
conduct facility walkthroughs to confirm labor readiness and safety compliance
perform special assignments and additional duties as directed
role requires walking, climbing, kneeling, and navigating large facility areas
must be available for irregular and extended hours including nights, weekends, and holidays as dictated by event needs

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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