party and events host

The Michaels Companies Inc. is a leading specialty retailer in North America, focused on arts and crafts, custom framing, and creative solutions. Operating over 1,300 stores across 49 states and Canada, Michaels serves as the premier destination for individuals seeking tools, materials, and inspiration to explore their creative side. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. With a vision to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration, Michaels is dedicated to providing an enriching environment for both its customers and employees. The company embraces diversity and inclusion and stands as an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to full inclusion of all qualified individuals, ensuring reasonable accommodations are available as needed.

This Event Coordinator role at the Michaels store located in Syracuse-Camillus, NY offers an exciting opportunity for a passionate and energetic individual to plan and execute engaging events, with a special focus on children’s birthday parties and craft-related classes or activities. The position is designed to enhance the overall customer experience by delivering fun, creativity, and memorable celebrations in a stress-free environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating multiple events simultaneously, interacting with guests of all ages from children to seniors, and ensuring all parties run smoothly and efficiently in line with company standards.

Beyond event management, the role involves offering exceptional customer service by helping shoppers locate merchandise, guiding product selections, and providing checkout assistance. The coordinator will also support day-to-day operational store functions such as merchandise stocking, unloading shipments, maintaining store appearance, and adhering to safety and shrink prevention policies. Additional administrative responsibilities, including managing communications with clients and completing paperwork, are integral to the position.

This role requires a blend of creativity, organizational skills, and excellent interpersonal abilities. Candidates must be able to handle multiple priorities under pressure, demonstrate strong communication skills, and work collaboratively with team members to uphold the Michaels brand promise. Physical demands include the ability to stand for extended periods, lift and carry merchandise, and navigate the store environment, including the use of ladders or equipment for stocking.

Michaels values its employees by providing a robust benefits package for both full-time and part-time team members, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, tuition assistance, and generous employee discounts. The company prioritizes a positive work culture and the professional growth of its team. With a competitive total base pay range of $16.00 to $18.80 per hour, this position offers an excellent balance of creativity, customer engagement, and operational support within a supportive retail setting.