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Event Coordinator
Event CoordinatorASM Global • Baton Rouge, LA, US
Event Coordinator

Event Coordinator

ASM Global • Baton Rouge, LA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Job description

Raising Cane's River Center / ASM GLOBAL Job Opening

Location : Baton Rouge, LA

Position : Responsible for coordinating client needs with building staff to proper setup and smooth operation of events.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Ascertain client requirements for physical setup, security, ticketing, etc. to ensure the event runs as requested.
  • Initiate and distribute required paperwork to communicate client requirements to appropriate facility departments.
  • Oversee event operations, outside contractors, third-party vendors, concessionaires, etc. during events to ensure that requirements are fully addressed and executed.
  • Ensure facility rules, regulations, HR policies and procedures are enforced.
  • Interview, hire, supervise and schedule all part-time staff for the Event Services Department as necessary.
  • Check-in part time staff for events ensuring timeliness, proper dress, posting positions for the event and conducting pre-event meetings.
  • Perform upkeep of the evaluation system for the part-time Event Services staff. Assist in the development and implementation of customer service training for all facility part-time and full-time staff.
  • Maintaining Event Services departmental records as required including but not limited to applications, reports, timesheets, the company scheduling system and the time clock system.
  • Receive, execute and distribute orders for electrical, phone and internet services for clients and exhibitors.
  • Assist in compilation of any and all part-time Event Services employee paperwork needed for Human Resources.
  • Assist Supervisors with the proper documentation to turn in to HR for any potential employee disciplinary actions.
  • Assist in the inventory, organization, ordering and maintenance of Event Services equipment.
  • Assist in general office administration duties.
  • Anticipate problems and develop appropriate solutions. Investigates, analyzes and solves operational problems and complaints.
  • Inventory, order and maintain Event Services equipment.
  • Observe and report facility repairs and maintenance as necessary.
  • Act as point person for events and provide clients with updates as necessary for each event.
  • Process Payroll utilizing ADP eTime
  • Provide guidance and supervision to part-time and service staff during events. Maintain safe, secure, and sanitary working conditions and leave work area in a clean and orderly fashion.
  • Abiding by all ASM GLOBAL Policies and Procedures Manual, the Business Code of Conduct, and the Cash Handling Procedures.
  • Serve as Manager on Duty
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills :

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Two (2) to three (3) years related experience and / or training through event coordination or meeting planning; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
  • Customer / Guest service experience is required.
  • Work independently, exercising judgment and initiative with minimal supervision.
  • Maintain an effective working relationship with employees and others encountered through the course of employment.
  • Work effectively under pressure and / or stringent schedule and produce accurate results in a fast-paced environment.
  • Organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines. Remain flexible and adjust to situations as they occur.
  • Follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively with others in both oral and written form.
  • Ability to operate standard office equipment and personal computer(s) using MS Windows, MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS Word, Celayix Scheduling System and E-Time Software as well as training employees in these systems.
  • Must be able to stand / walk for the duration of shift and must be able to carry and lift according to industry standards.
  • Requires ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends and holidays, in addition to normal business hours.
  • Physical requirements include feel and reach with hands and arms, walking, stooping, lifting up to 50 lbs. and standing for extended periods of time.
  • ASM GLOBAL is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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