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EVENTS COORDINATOR - Mike Jacob Sports Park MJS SFM, LLCLOCATION: Tucson, AZ DEPARTMENT: EVENTSREPORTS TO: GENERAL MANAGERSTATUS: FULL-TIME (EXEMPT)ABOUT THE COMPANY:Mike Jacob Sports Park is a premier sport, recreation and entertainment destination focused on improving the health and economic vitality of Tucson, AZ. You will be joining a championship level team focused on fun, fulfillment and service built to enrich the community as well as your career and personal growth. Mike Jacob Sports Park is a managed facility by MJS SFM, LLC, a Sports Facilities Companies company. SFC is the nation's leading resource for managing and developing sports, recreation, wellness, and events facilities. We provide a highly collaborative and supportive culture that raises our team members to new levels of career growth. Together, we will carve a path in a hyper-growing industry where you will enjoy the journey and learn from the industry's best while having some fun.SFC has been awarded national recognition as a Top Workplace and is considered a workplace of choice. Our mission-focused company is highly entrepreneurial, team-oriented with a culture centered on collaboration, accountability, excellence, and service. We are growing rapidly and looking for high performers at every level to grow with us.POSITION SUMMARY:The Events Coordinator will serve as the liaison to clients/rights holders/promoters during rentals, concerts, and non-athletic events. This role will work closely with internal departments to successfully accomplish these responsibilities. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:Assist in the coordination of the operational aspects of events, athletic events and non-athletic events, sports and non-sports events, and concerts throughout entire complexCommunication with clients throughout every aspect of an event/program/rentalAssists in helping manage sponsor deliverables relative to events that we hostDevelop and monitor event timelines, help secure entertainment & vendors for the events and work with Event Staff and stakeholders to ensure deadlines are metHelp coordinate the timing of event changeovers with the Operations TeamAssists with maintaining and controlling inventory of supplies and/or equipment used for eventsWhen requested, assists with/recommends hiring decisions; and performs training, scheduling, and supervision of facility operations Team MembersPerforming the role of Manager on Duty (MOD) when scheduledRequesting, coordinating, and executing event-day cleaning duties as neededExecuting venue setup and tear-down duties as needed Providing premier customer service to all stakeholders by responding to requests in a timely and professional mannerEnsuring guest satisfaction at an excellent level/standardHelping execute various small-and large-scale sporting events for the facilityStrong knowledge of audio/visual set up and operationAll additional duties assigned by managementTHE IDEAL CANDIDATE HAS:Experience in managing staff to effectively execute a successful event1-3 years' experience in event management is preferred Proven success in managing multiple events at one timeKnowledge of sound, lighting, and video operationKnowledge of supervisory principles, with an emphasis on working with and training part-time operations Team MembersExperience and success in customer service, leadership, and organizationAction-oriented personality with a 'get it done' attitude and proficiency for efficiencyBachelor's degree in marketing, hospitality, event planning, or related field is preferredMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Flexible work schedule (e.g., nights, weekends, holidays, and long hours) and regular attendance necessary; nights & weekends are required for this positionExcellent communication skills, both verbal and writtenAbility to maintain focus in a high-volume, fast-paced environmentMust have excellent guest service skillsMust be detail-oriented and have outstanding organizational skillsAbility to multi-task and prioritizeAbility to remain calm and focused in difficult and stressful situationsMust be respectful and friendly to clients, members, guests, visitors, and Team MembersMust take personal initiative for the betterment of the team and facilityWORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Must be able to lift 40 pounds waist highMay be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time, whether indoors or outdoors, and squat, stoop, or bend into awkward positions while performing job functionsFacility has intermittent noise
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