Part-Time Party & Event Host-2758

The Michaels Companies Inc. is a renowned leader in the arts and crafts retail industry, dedicated to fueling the joy of creativity and celebration across North America. Established in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels operates over 1,300 stores across 49 states and Canada, including a strong online presence through Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. The company also owns Artistree, a manufacturer specializing in custom and specialty framing merchandise. Michaels is celebrated as the best place for all things creative, catering to a diverse clientele ranging from casual craft enthusiasts to professional artists. The company's mission centers around enabling customers of all ages to express their creativity in a fun, inclusive, and supportive environment.

At Michaels, the wellbeing of employees is a priority. Both full-time and part-time team members enjoy comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, tuition assistance, generous employee discounts, and more. Michaels supports a culture of inclusion, offering equal employment opportunities and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. The company fosters a workplace where creativity, innovation, and collaboration thrive to serve customers better and grow as a community.

The role of Event Coordinator at the Michaels store located in Tucson-Irvington, AZ, is a dynamic and rewarding position designed to elevate the customer experience by planning, coordinating, and facilitating events within the store. This role primarily focuses on organizing activities such as children's birthday parties and various craft classes or special events, aimed at creating a stress-free, fun, and engaging atmosphere for guests. The Event Coordinator engages people of all ages, from young children to seniors, by fostering an environment filled with creativity and enjoyment.

Key responsibilities include orchestrating multiple events simultaneously, demonstrating craft project instructions, performing activities such as face painting, and managing party add-ons that align with company standards. In addition to event management, the coordinator maintains clear and effective communication with clients and store staff, handles administrative duties such as emails and phone calls, and adapts event plans based on feedback to ensure client satisfaction. They also develop contingency plans to address any unforeseen circumstances during events.

Beyond event coordination, the role encompasses delivering excellent customer service by assisting shoppers in finding products and providing solutions, ensuring fast and friendly checkout experiences, and promoting company programs such as the Rewards program and Private Label Credit Cards. The Event Coordinator supports store operations including truck unloading, merchandise stocking, executing planograms, maintaining recovery standards, and adhering to company policies and safety programs. They actively contribute to a positive store environment by participating in cleanliness tasks and demonstrating professionalism even under challenging situations.

Candidates suited for this role are energetic, personable, and able to manage job stress effectively. It's essential that they possess strong communication skills, both verbal and written, and have experience working with children and organizing children’s events. Organizational skills, creativity in problem-solving, interpersonal abilities, and prior retail or customer service experience are also important. Physical requirements involve standing for long periods, moving throughout the store, and performing tasks such as bending, lifting, carrying, and using ladders to access high shelves.

Michaels offers a supportive work environment with opportunities to grow and make a meaningful impact on customers’ creative experiences. The company is committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring everyone feels welcome and valued. If you are passionate about creativity and enjoy coordinating memorable events in a lively retail setting, the Event Coordinator position at Michaels offers an excellent opportunity to join a company that values innovation, teamwork, and celebration of creativity.