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Event Specialist (Temporary, Foot-in-Door)

Event Specialist (Temporary, Foot-in-Door)

J. Kent StaffingDenver, CO, US
4 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Pay

$26.44 - $33.65 / hour (based on experience)

Overview

Our client, a nonprofit organization in Cherry Creek, is seeking a temporary (strong foot-in-the-door) Events & Logistics Specialist. This is a strong foot-in-the-door for the right fit, as there is an open seat for the position. The Events & Logistics Specialist will primarily support two large scale annual events including, but not limited to, the following duties.

Prior / During Events

  • Act as a liaison and main point of contact with a third-party events company
  • Volunteer management (maximum of approximately 200 volunteers)
  • Identifying potential vendors
  • Renewing and reviewing vendor contracts
  • Menu tasting planning
  • Working with the venue to receive CADs (floorplan diagrams), updating, and ensuring they are accurate set-ups for each room
  • Assist in creating print and digital invitations

Post Events

  • Debrief with vendors
  • Reviewing internal written reports for all staff and discussing potential changes
  • Implementing changes where there are areas of opportunity or weakness

    • Schedule

    Monday – Friday, 9 : 00 AM – 6 : 00 PM (1-hour unpaid meal break) with work from home on Friday ONLY

  • Some nights and weekends may be required for special events (minimal)
  • Start : ASAP
  • Length : 3-months, foot-in-door / potential extension

    • Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 3 + years' experience in events, fundraising experience is a strong plus
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite
  • Ability to type 50 + wpm
  • Strong interpersonal skills, particularly as it relates to discretion, proprietary information, listening to others, patience, and understanding for dealing with a diverse group of co-workers, donors, volunteers, and families
  • Ability to use good judgment and ethical behavior in handling confidential material with sensitivity
  • Customer-oriented with high-touch service to internal and external stakeholders

    • J. Kent Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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