Special Events Coordinator
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We are currently looking for a Full Time Special Events Coordinator to join our Cultural Center Event Operations Special Events team located at the Chickasaw Cultural Center.Summary:Develops and implements plan to aggressively book the Cultural Center for tribal and non-tribal events. Maintains schedule and coordinates event set-up.Responsibilities:* Develop solid relationships with meeting and convention planners, corporations and others who may have need of event spaces* Serves as the key point of contact for clients renting space and holding events at the cultural center* Maintains a master schedule of facilities rentals and coordinates schedule with all involved aspects of operation* Collaborate and coordinate all aspects of event set-up* Performs all other duties as assignedCompetencies:Essential:* Able to follow instructions, both written and oral * Able to adhere to all scheduling and attendance requirements* Honesty, truthfulness, reliability, accountability* Prioritizes, meets deadlines and works independently in a high-pressure environment and uses appropriate judgement in upward communication regarding assignments* Able to read, understand and apply regulations and policies* Relates problems and translates understandable solutions* Establishes professional working relationships as appropriate* Able to verbally communicate in a professional and positive manner with other team members, departments, guests and management* Writes effective communications with team, departments, guests and managementSkills:Experience:Essential:* 3 years directly related experienceEducation:Essential:* High School, GED or EquivalentNonessential:* Bachelors Degree in directly related fieldCredentials:Essential:* Pass general background check* Standard Driver's LicenseWorking Conditions:Essential:* Pass pre-employment drug test* Mix of office/non-office settings* Light travel* Sometimes lift and or carry up to 50 lbs* Must be flexible with work schedule* Fast-paced