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Special Events Coordinator

Fayetteville, AR, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $37,300.00 - $52,600.00
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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
employee discount
Professional development opportunities
flexible schedule

Job Description

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, located in Bentonville, Arkansas, is a prestigious institution dedicated to celebrating the American spirit through a unique fusion of art and nature. Founded by philanthropist and arts patron Alice Walton, the museum opened to the public in 2011 as a public, non-profit charitable organization with the mission of actively collecting, exhibiting, interpreting, and preserving outstanding works that illuminate the American heritage and the boundless artistic possibilities inherent in the culture of the United States. Admission to the museum is free, underscoring its commitment to accessibility and community engagement. Alongside Crystal Bridges, the Momentary serves... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Minimum three years' experience in event planning in a wedding, hotel, convention center or corporate environment
  • Working knowledge of food and beverage services
  • Valid driver's license

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum three years' experience in event planning in a wedding, hotel, convention center or corporate environment
  • Working knowledge of food and beverage services
  • Valid driver's license
  • Highly organized with great attention to detail
  • Outstanding customer service skills with excellent follow up
  • Ability to work well with public guests and internal personnel
  • Ability to work well with outside vendors
  • Experienced Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint user
  • Ability to learn and use Momentous software
  • Ability to learn and use event layout software such as Allseated/Prismm
  • Ability to manage resources and time efficiently
  • Ability to prioritize multiple projects
  • Ability to be flexible and resourceful
  • High level of independent judgment, displaying an ability to understand and maintain the highest levels of confidentiality and discretion
  • Excellent interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills
  • Believe in the Museum as a cause for social good and a positive, dynamic force for economic growth

Job Duties

  • Design and plan events including private events and as assigned, working within client's expectations and budget
  • Areas of specialty will include but not limited to: heavily focused on weddings, corporate, community engagement, non-profit, VIP and stakeholder requests
  • Liaison with service providers and vendors to ensure successful events
  • Facilitate all pertinent documentation for private and internal events (Banquet Event Orders, third-party rental orders)
  • Collaborate with Culinary Services, Education, Advancement, Security and Facilities to ensure events run smoothly and are supportive of the overall mission of Crystal Bridges
  • Coordinate with SE Team and other Museum Departments (Hospitality, Special Event, IT, Facilities, etc.) as required for event
  • Serve as on site coordinator at special events, ensuring that events run smoothly and follow museum guidelines
  • Train special event coordinators as well as other internal users as needed
  • Follow up with clients after events have taken place to ensure customer satisfaction and cultivation for future events
  • Track and report on client progress and event status at team meetings
  • Perform additional responsibilities, although not detailed, as requested by Management

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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