Event Hall Coordinator - Seattle Housing Authority : Job Details

Event Hall Coordinator - We offer competitive salary, great benefits, and work that matters to our community.

The Organization: The Seattle Housing Authority (SHA) is a growing, innovative, and mission-driven Agency in Lower Queen Anne, Seattle. We are committed to housing equity throughout the city, fostering an inclusive workplace for our 650+ employees. Our focus is expanding housing opportunities, building strong communities, and promoting race and social justice equity.

SHA's talented workforce has made us a nationally recognized leader in housing and development. We embrace diversity and create an environment where employees can thrive. Benefits include competitive pay, flexible work arrangements, learning opportunities, and affinity groups.

At SHA, we value your unique perspective and background. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every qualification. Our hiring practices prioritize diversity and equity. Learn more in our diversity policy and equity policy.

The Position: We are seeking to fill an Event Hall Coordinator position. We are looking for someone to perform the administrative duties associated with booking event rental facilities through SHA. For additional information on the job, please see the full posting.

How to Apply:

The ideal candidate has:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two years of customer service experience interacting with the public
• One year of experience in clerical accounting or bookkeeping and cash handling

What will you do?

• Maintain and organize event calendars utilizing the reservation software
• Manage and oversee event-related customers from booking to payment utilizing the reservation software
• Prepare rental contracts; negotiate rate and terms of the contract
• Determine if rents get their deposit back and/or are assessed additional fees based on rental agreement
• Coordinate with maintenance and customer on start and end time of the event
• Support marketing efforts, including updating web content and social media pages
• Manage difficult customer situations
• Work closely with supervisor to ensure all printed and online materials, such as event hall brochures, website content, client contracts, and floor layouts, are updated
• Track and inventory equipment and submit replacement needs to supervisor
• Set annual rates for rental facilities

The Location: New Holly, 7054 32nd Ave S, Seattle, WA 98118

Why Should You Apply?

• Competitive salary
• Great benefits
• We offer medical, dental, vision insurance, and Public Employees' Retirement (PERS), if hired into an eligible position.
• We also offer generous paid leave and holidays
• Reasonable hours
• Opportunity for part-time remote work, depending on position
• Opportunities for on-the-job training