Event Specialist (Temporary, Foot-in-Door) Job at J. Kent Staffing, Denver, CO

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  • J. Kent Staffing
  • Denver, CO

Job Description

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.

Job Tags

Temporary work, Immediate start, Monday to Friday, Night shift, Weekend work,

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