Sales & Events Specialist
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $44,200.00 - $73,500.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
Paid holidays
Job Description
Fair Grounds Race Course is America’s second oldest horse racing track, operating continuously since 1852. Located in New Orleans, Louisiana, the Fair Grounds is an iconic entertainment venue known for its rich history and vibrant atmosphere. It offers year-round thoroughbred and exotic animal races, complemented by slot machines, video poker, and simulcasting. The venue further expands its reach through 13 off-track betting parlors spread across southeast Louisiana, making it a premier destination not only for horse racing enthusiasts but also for patrons seeking varied gaming experiences.
As a culturally significant establishment deeply woven into New Orleans heritage, the Fair Gro... Show More
As a culturally significant establishment deeply woven into New Orleans heritage, the Fair Gro... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must be 21 years or older
- Must be able to obtain a Louisiana Racing License
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documentation
- Ability to respond to inquiries and complaints
- Ability to write and present information to management
- Ability to perform mathematical computations related to duties
- Ability to solve problems and draw conclusions
- Ability to interpret instructions and handle multiple variables
- Physical ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
- Comfortable working in office and casino environments
- Willingness to work in conditions with exposure to smoke, bright lights, and noise
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in marketing or related field
- 1-2 years of experience in sales or event coordination
- Knowledge of customer service principles
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to manage sales software platforms
- Experience with reservation and payment processing systems
- Ability to perform site inspections and client tours
Job Duties
- Work closely with Horseman Relations to ensure seamless service for clients
- Process all credit card transactions using Converge to ensure secure payment handling
- Support new sales clients through the event process
- Partner with Sales Management to support annual Group Sales and Membership Strategy
- Represent Fair Grounds at local, regional, and national sales and tourism meetings
- Act as primary sales software administrator for platforms like Delphi, Micros, and tickets.com
- Coordinate with Partnership and F&B Director to execute partnership agreement activations
- Conduct site inspections and tours
- Manage all reservations and box seat sales through Ticketmaster
- Ensure compliance with PCI regulations
- Sell, process and execute all trophy presentations
- Perform all other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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