Why You Want to Work Here:
If you are passionate about creating outstanding experiences and excel in organization, this opportunity offers a chance to advance your career while supporting a mission that celebrates our military.
Responsibilities of the Events Coordinator:
- Support the Director in planning and coordinating military ceremonies, corporate events, and private gatherings
- Utilize tools like Event Temple, Excel, and other software to organize event details and track progress
- Create detailed operational plans, schedules, and run-of-show documents to ensure smooth event execution
- Collaborate with vendors to finalize details, timelines, and deliverables
- Manage reservation systems and maintain accurate client and event databases
- Monitor budgets, track expenses, and ensure timely collection of payments
- Prepare post-event reports to evaluate success and identify improvement opportunities
- Coordinate with catering, technology, and operations teams to meet event requirements
- Work with the marketing team to position the Museum as a top-tier event venue
- Efficiently schedule spaces for both internal and external activities
- Supervise event setup, execution, and breakdown, ensuring all plans are followed precisely
Qualifications of the Events Coordinator:
- 1-2 years of experience in activity coordination or a similar role
- A bachelor's degree in Marketing, Hospitality Management, or a related field is preferred but not required
- Proficiency in management software (such as Event Temple) and the Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong organizational and time management abilities, with a talent for multitasking and meeting deadlines
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with clients and teams
- Knowledge of multimedia and AV equipment is a plus