Retail Party & Event Host

The Michaels Companies Inc. is a leading destination for creativity and celebration in North America. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels operates over 1,300 stores across 49 states and Canada, as well as online through Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. Known widely for its extensive range of crafting supplies, framing services, and seasonal products, Michaels serves millions of customers who seek to fuel their passion for arts and crafts. Michaels also owns Artistree, a manufacturer specializing in custom and specialty framing merchandise. The company prides itself on fostering an inclusive environment where customers and team members alike can create, innovate, and be their best together. Michaels prioritizes the wellbeing of its employees by offering a robust benefits package that includes health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, tuition assistance, and generous employee discounts. The company is committed to diversity, equal opportunity employment, and reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. Michaels is actively engaged in creating vibrant community experiences by blending retail, creativity, and exceptional customer service.

The role of Event Coordinator at Michaels in Burlington, VT, is a part-time position focused on planning, coordinating, and facilitating various store events including children’s birthday parties and craft classes. This role is designed to provide a stress-free, fun, and engaging experience for guests of all ages, ranging from young children to seniors. The Event Coordinator is responsible for creating a creative environment that inspires participation and enjoyment, from hands-on craft projects to activities such as face painting and party add-ons like goody bags and balloons. The coordinator is instrumental in managing multiple events simultaneously while maintaining clear communication with clients and store team members. Administrative duties such as responding to emails, making phone calls, and paperwork completion are key responsibilities to ensure smooth event execution.

In addition to event coordination, the role involves a strong customer service component. The Event Coordinator assists customers in locating products, offers solutions, and delivers fast and friendly checkout experiences. They engage customers with information about the company’s Rewards program and Private Label Credit Cards, support Omni channel processes like Buy Online Pickup in Store (BOPIS) and Ship From Store (SFS), and contribute to the overall appearance and organization of the store through merchandising, truck unloading, and planogram adherence. The position also supports safety and shrink programs, participates in daily cleaning and maintenance tasks, and may be cross-trained in custom framing selling and production.

Candidates applying for this role should exhibit an energetic and enthusiastic personality, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and experience working with children and children’s events. The ability to manage stress effectively, remain respectful and positive, and project a role model image is essential. Physical requirements include the ability to stand for long periods of time, move throughout the store, perform bending, lifting, carrying, reaching, stretching, and safely lift heavy boxes and use ladders as necessary. Work hours may encompass nights, weekends, and early mornings.

The total base pay range for this position is $14.75 to $17.30 per hour. Michaels invites applicants who meet federal, state, and local legal requirements to join their vibrant team, contributing to a unique combination of retail and community engagement centered around creativity and celebration.