Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $14.75 - $26.25
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Travel perks
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
wellness programs
401(k) Plan
Employee assistance program
Pet insurance
Job Description
American Airlines is one of the world's largest and most reputable airlines, dedicated to connecting people, cultures, and communities across the globe. Headquartered in the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) area, American Airlines boasts an extensive global network with flights reaching 365 destinations across more than 6,800 daily flights. The company is renowned not only for its comprehensive airline services but also for fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace culture. Through over 20 Employee Business Resource Groups, American Airlines actively supports its employees, encouraging growth, collaboration, and a positive work environment that emphasizes belonging and personal development.
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Job Requirements
- Undergraduate degree or relevant experience
- Minimum 3 years of event planning experience
- Ability to travel and work extended hours including weekends
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Professional demeanor and discretion
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Ability to manage unexpected issues calmly
- Experience in vendor management and budget handling
Job Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree in a relevant field or experience/training
- 3 years of experience as an employee events planner, corporate meetings, strategic event planning or in an equivalent role
- Excellent knowledge of and hands-on experience with all aspects of event management and logistics
- Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint)
- Excellent written and verbal communication, project management and presentation skills
- Able to work collaboratively, as well as independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously while driving strategic decisions, process changes and business initiatives
- Polished professional presence, and discretion in handling confidential information
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while multitasking, re-prioritizing projects, and communication priority updates to stakeholders
- Makes a positive impact on team members, maintains a positive, can-do attitude and adapts quickly to changes
Job Duties
- Manage multiple projects at the same time and meet deadlines effectively, efficiently, and independently
- Take ownership of tasks or projects, offer creative solutions to potential issues, and proactively communicate next steps and timelines
- Lead small to medium size company internal/external in-person events and engagement opportunities including strategic event design, branding, all AV, F&B, accommodations and transportation
- Manage registration websites, event mobile apps, invitation lists, responses, and confirmation communications
- Handle vendor management including contract negotiations, security, and budget management
- Purchase supplies as needed
- Design quarterly engagement opportunities for team members on the Robert L. Crandall Campus that drives culture as a competitive advantage
- Partner with key stakeholders to achieve program success and act as the key decision-maker on behalf of stakeholders
- Deliver onsite management of meetings, events and engagement opportunities
- Support and lead focus areas for enterprise and recognition events
- Supervise, direct and coordinate the activities of volunteers, onsite staff and vendors as required to successfully execute all aspects of the event
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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