Event Coordinator, Entertainment & Gaming

EVENT COORDINATORPOSITION: EVENT COORDINATORREPORTS TO: Events Manager / Director of Event ServicesFLSA STATUS: Salaried ExemptPosition SummaryProvides professional client services support in the planning, organization and management of events within the facility, and monitoring the logistics of these events, and all event coordination tasks after events are booked through the conclusion, by performing personally or through subordinates the following duties:Essential Duties and Responsibilities Manages all events inclusive of full exhibit hall /Municipal Auditorium (primarily SCC).Advises, guides, counsels and meets with assigned clients as necessary regarding all event details and logistics.Gathers and organizes all information pertinent to the event such as scheduled and meeting room requirements.Advises clients on the operational procedures, policies, rules and regulations and deadlines of the facility.Quotes prices for operational and labor services not specified in the Event License Agreement.Provides clear, concise, and timely communication of detailed requirements to the operational department.Process last-minute changes requested by clients and alerts internal departments and/or service contractors as necessary.Must be present during the execution of the event and serve as manager on duty as required.Coordinate, schedule and host weekly upcoming meetings.Provides creation of preliminary event estimates and other information requested by clients prior to the event being held.Supervises staff and oversees all aspects of facility operations related to events.Meets with client groups to plan and organize assigned meetings and/or events.Coordinates activities with the various service contractors for assigned meetings and/or events.Guides clients in preparation of events by interpreting and explaining contract provisions, policies and procedures.Keeps clients informed as to status of deadline schedules, including but not limited to floor plan submissions, meeting room set-up specifications, insurance requirements and other relevant details.Prepares cost estimates and monitors final billing.Provides clear, concise, and timely communication of detailed requirements to operational departments. Assists in scheduling operational set-ups to provide equipment or services needs. Handles subsequent inquiries regarding event settlements.Research, review and recommend equipment, materials and supplies required in providing event services and planning.Represents department at site visits and pre-planning meeting as requested by Events Manager/Director of Operations.Internal CommunicationsMeets with internal departments as necessary to discuss event requirements. Holds pre-event meetings with client and internal departments to review event requirements and logistics.Attends department meetings as required.OtherPerforms related duties as assigned by the Events Manager/Director of Operations.QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.