Part Time Event Supervisor

Allen County Government•Fort Wayne, IN

1d•$20 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Senior Event Manager, the part-time Event Supervisor is responsible for overseeing events at the Coliseum and Expo Center, primarily in the Expo Conference Center and meeting rooms. These positions feature event-based work schedules including nights and weekends, great as second jobs or for retirees and students. This position is Not Covered (at-will) as defined by The Board of Commissioners of the County of Allen Employee Handbook.

Requirements

Associate's Degree or certification from a program of comparable length, or equivalent experience
At least one year of relevant work experience in event planning/coordination, logistics, or venue operations
Demonstrate an outgoing, articulate personality with well-developed communication skills to interact with guests, clients, and vendors regularly
Possess verbal communication skills, including consulting with clients, planning operations with staff, and resolving complaints from guests in person and/or on the telephone
Possess written communication skills, including composing detailed notes and documentation
Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 and its programs, including Word, Excel, SharePoint, etc
Demonstrate advanced computer proficiency and the ability to learn new systems and programs quickly
Ability to process and implement complex instructions with superior attention to detail and consideration of short-term and long-term impacts
Valid Indiana Driver's License to perform field work and/or operate county-owned vehicles required
Ownership or use of a private vehicle for business purposes
Ability to work mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays as directed for events
Ability to make appropriate decisions in stressful/emergency situations and provide necessary guidance to building staff, promoters/clients, and guests
Experience operating forklifts, high lifts, and other equipment, and the ability to achieve forklift certification within 90 days of employment

Nice To Haves

Experience with Momentus event management software, DataCad drafting software, and Daktronics Venus Control Suite
Specialized training and/or work experience with computer-aided drafting programs

Responsibilities

Oversees activities with promoters, exhibitors, vendors, and other external and internal departments for all tradeshows and consumer events.
Oversees activities with clients while on-site during all private events.
Assists Event Managers with developing detailed room diagrams/event info sheets for each event in accordance with applicable building fire codes and distributes them to venue departments for implementation.
Assists with event billing, including space/equipment rental charges and other building services.
Works an irregular schedule as required to ensure proper supervision of events and activities and acts as Manager on Duty during assigned events.
Conducts tours of spaces and consults with prospective rental clients to maximize building usage and revenues.
Assists the Operations department with room and tradeshow setups as needed.
Communicates with various departmental staff members as necessary for the successful execution of events.
Utilizes computer technology for customer relationships and event management.
Ensures all rented and auxiliary spaces are ready when clients arrive to set up or move in.
Places/removes event signage and crowd control barriers as necessary.
Assists the Vice President of Operations, Assistant Operations Manager, and Facilities Manager with the supervision of custodial, maintenance, contract services, and other staff for the production and implementation of events as needed.
Ensures that promoters/clients follow applicable laws, regulations, and procedures for the normal and safe operation of the venue.
Participates in assigned operational meetings with Allen County War Memorial Coliseum and Expo Center staff.
Assists the Senior Event Manager with data collection for annual rate sheet updates.
Ensures appropriate post-event reports are submitted following the conclusion of all events.
Assists with creating and scheduling digital signage for guest wayfinding.
Assists Event Managers with event advances as necessary.
Performs all other duties as assigned by the Senior Event Manager or other members of senior management.
Supervises staff during assigned events at the Coliseum and Expo Center.