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Events Assistant Planner Jobs in Nebraska (NOW HIRING)

Leasing Team Member

Omaha, NE · On-site

$16 - $19.25/hr

Participate in and assist with planning community events. * Assist with various additional community projects as assigned by the Community Manager. * Participate in Cardinal U training as required.

Join Fountain View by Heritage Communities as a Life Enrichment Assistant! At Heritage Communities ... Planning, executing, and promoting engaging community activities and events tailored to resident ...

Life Enrichment Assistant

Omaha, NE

$14.25 - $17/hr

Join Fountain View by Heritage Communities as a Life Enrichment Assistant! At Heritage Communities ... Planning, executing, and promoting engaging community activities and events tailored to resident ...

Life Enrichment Assistant

Omaha, NE · On-site

$14.25 - $17.25/hr

Join The Heritage at Sterling Ridge as a Life Enrichment Assistant! At Heritage Communities, you're ... Planning, executing, and promoting engaging community activities and events tailored to resident ...

Executive Assistant

Omaha, NE · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Event, meeting and interview planning, execution & oversight * Project and special assignment work ... Our Executive Assistant thrives in dynamic and fast-paced environments, works well under pressure ...

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Executive Assistant

La Vista, NE · Hybrid

$70K - $80K/yr

The Executive Assistant must be effective in planning, prioritizing, and executing tasks in a ... Event, meeting and interview planning, execution & oversight * Project and special assignment work

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Events Assistant Planner information

What does an events assistant planner do?

An Events Assistant Planner supports the planning and execution of events such as conferences, weddings, corporate meetings, and parties. Their responsibilities typically include coordinating logistics, communicating with vendors, assisting with event setup and breakdown, managing guest lists, and ensuring that all event details run smoothly. They often work closely with senior event planners to bring the vision of the event to life and handle any issues that may arise during the event. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an events assistant planner?

To thrive as an Events Assistant Planner, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a background in event management or hospitality, often supported by a relevant degree or coursework. Familiarity with event management software (such as Cvent or Eventbrite), budgeting tools, and office productivity suites is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and flexibility help you build relationships with vendors and clients and adapt to changing circumstances. These skills are crucial for ensuring successful event execution, client satisfaction, and effective coordination under tight deadlines.

What are some common challenges faced by events assistant planners, and how can they be managed effectively?

Events Assistant Planners often face challenges such as last-minute changes to event details, coordinating with multiple vendors, and managing tight deadlines. To handle these effectively, strong organizational skills, adaptability, and clear communication are essential. It’s also important to develop contingency plans and maintain detailed checklists to ensure nothing is overlooked. Working closely with the planning team and vendors can help resolve issues quickly and keep events running smoothly.

What is the difference between Events Assistant Planner vs Event Coordinator?

AspectEvents Assistant PlannerEvent Coordinator
ResponsibilitiesSupports planning, manages logistics, assists with vendor coordinationOversees entire event planning, manages teams, handles client communication
Required SkillsOrganizational skills, communication, basic event planning knowledgeLeadership, problem-solving, advanced planning skills
Work EnvironmentEvent venues, offices, vendor sitesClient meetings, on-site event management
CertificationsEvent planning courses, certifications optionalEvent planning certifications often preferred

While both roles support event planning, the Events Assistant Planner typically handles logistical support and assists senior planners, whereas the Event Coordinator manages the entire event process, including client relations and on-site execution. The Assistant role is ideal for those starting in event planning, with less responsibility, while the Coordinator role involves more leadership and decision-making.

What cities in Nebraska are hiring for Events Assistant Planner jobs?

Cities in Nebraska with the most Events Assistant Planner job openings:

$16 - $19.25/hr

Full-time

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Job description

POSITION: Leasing Team Member (Full-time, Non-Exempt)
COMPENSATION: Hourly Rate, plus Benefits and Bonus eligibility
SUMMARY
The Leasing Team Member will reward your people skills, sales experience, high energy, positive attitude and excellent performance with great earnings possibilities and outstanding advancement opportunities. The Leasing Team Member strives for 100% occupancy through retention of existing residents, leasing current availability and pre-leasing of future availability.
RESPONSIBILITIES (Including but not limited to)
  • Be an ambassador for customer service by consistently going above and beyond to ensure that Cardinal customers are satisfied.
  • Utilize the Cardinal Way of Leasing by:
    • Warmly greeting prospective clients
    • Answering incoming leasing calls
    • Determining needs and preferences
    • Professionally presenting the community and apartment homes
    • Utilizing feature/benefit selling
    • Closing the sale
    • Following up
  • Complete all lease applications and lease file paperwork.
  • Maintain accurate lease file documentation in accordance with company policy; participate in lease file audits as assigned by the Community Manager.
  • Maintain cleanliness of the tour path to ensure for a positive first impression of the community.
  • Demonstrate a positive and professional attitude with team members, residents, prospective residents, and vendors.
  • Participate in and assist with planning community events.
  • Assist with various additional community projects as assigned by the Community Manager.
  • Participate in Cardinal U training as required.

QUALIFICATIONS
  • 1-2 years of customer service and sales experience.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • High-energy and enjoys a fast pace environment.
  • Enjoys and takes pride in providing excellent service.
  • Great with people - warm, friendly and helpful in person and on the phone.
  • Basic computer skills: typing and writing ability for correspondence, memos, etc.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Available evenings and weekends.
  • Ability to embody the Cardinal Culture and Cardinal Core Values every day.

CANDIDATES WITH THE FOLLOWING CAREER EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:
  • Leasing Agent
  • Leasing Consultant
  • Real Estate
  • Leasing
  • Receptionist
  • Leasing Specialist

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Team Member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Incumbents work both inside and outside of apartment buildings and in all areas of the property including amenities and have frequent exposure to outside elements where temperature, weather, odors, and/or landscape may be unpleasant and/or hazardous.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to use hands to finger, type, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The Team Member regularly required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms, and climb, stoop, or squat. Incumbents must be able to physically access all exterior and interior parts of the property and amenities and must be able to work inside and outside in all weather conditions including, but not limited to rain, snow, heat, hail, wind and sleet.
The Team Member must be able to push, pull, lift, carry, or maneuver weights of up to twenty (20) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Rare travel may be required to assist properties as needed, attend training classes or other situations necessary for the accomplishment of some or all of the daily responsibilities of this position.
The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their Team Leader.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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