We're Hiring an Event Coordinator

Position:          Event Coordinator

Status:             Part-Time (90-day probationary period)

                        Scheduling will be in advance and will be as needed

                        May include evenings and weekends

Job Purpose:    Provide event planning, logistics management, venue and vendor negotiations, and onsite stage and event management.

Skills Needed:  Good customer service skills

                        Event planning / event logistics experience

                        Greater Giving knowledge

                        Basic knowledge of AV and catering

                        Organizational skills

                        Quick responsiveness

                        Patience

                        Professionalism

                        Ability to prioritize

                        Microsoft Suite knowledge

                        Ability to lift 30 lbs.

Job Duties:     

·       Job responsibilities before an event are to:

o   Work closely with project managers to execute event needs

o   Identify and contract venues, food and beverage, and vendors

o   Manage guest seating

o   Manage production schedule

o   Identify volunteer needs onsite

o   Manage room layout

o   Manage any permit or insurance needs

·       Job responsibilities will be assigned onsite during an event but could fall in any of the following categories:

o   Registration management (guest check-in and check- out)

o   Event set up, load in, and prep

o   Volunteer training and support

o   Stage management

o   Beverage and catering management

·       Other duties as assigned for event production and onsite management

To Apply:

·       Submit cover letter, resume, and two references to Kristin Steele via email: kristin@samanthaswaim.com by February 4, 2014. No phone calls, please.