Event Coordinator

Garney Construction • Kansas City, KS

3h • Onsite

About The Position

An Event Coordinator position is available at Garney. In this position, you will support the design, facilitation, and coordination of corporate events, employee appreciation programs, and the ongoing management of our event management platform.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or relevant working experience
• At least 1 year of experience working in a corporate professional setting
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)
• Great communication skills, both written and oral
• Experience supporting, planning, and executing events
• Ability to communicate across all levels of an organization
• Team player who takes initiative
• Ability to be adaptable and reprioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to remain organized in an ever-evolving landscape
• Attention to detail

Nice To Haves

• Ability to travel up to 20%

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and execution of corporate events, trainings, conferences, and employee programs
• Coordinate event logistics including venue selection, catering, travel, materials, and on-site support
• Assist with event communications, including invitations, agendas, and participant updates
• Partner with internal stakeholders to gather event requirements and ensure alignment
• Provide day-of event support to ensure smooth execution and positive participant experience
• Assist in coordinating company-wide employee appreciation and recognition initiatives
• Support programs such as service anniversaries, milestone celebrations, and special events
• Help execute initiatives that promote employee engagement and reinforce company culture
• Support the administration and maintenance of the Cvent platform
• Assist with event setup, registration management, and reporting within Cvent
• Maintain event calendars, contact data, and system records
• Help troubleshoot event technology and support continuous improvements
• Support additional departmental initiatives and special projects as needed

Benefits

• Free medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans ($0 premiums)
• Virtual doctor visits with no co-pay
• Shares of company stock at no cost starting your first day
• 401(k) plan with a 3.5% match
• Student loan resources
• Weekly paychecks
• Paid time off
• 8 paid holidays
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a lump sum and matching contributions
• Free life insurance and disability policy
• Free access to healthcare coordinators
• Counseling sessions with mental health professionals at no cost
• Access to consultations with legal and financial professionals at no cost
• Free programs assisting with weight loss, maternity health, prescriptions for chronic conditions, and more
• 50% employee discount in the Garney apparel store

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree