Event Planner

Summary: Under the general direction of the ACCOA Board of Directors and the ACCOA

policy guidelines, the service provider has the responsibility of maintaining an efficient

performance of the duties assigned by the ACCOA Board of Directors and its Executive Director

adhering to the personnel policies and procedures of the ACCOA Board of Directors.

Duties & Responsibilities:

 Create and maintain a welcoming atmosphere for members and prospective members

 Planning process which includes booking, weddings, sporting events, showers,

graduations, family reunions, etc…

 Planning and coordinating all events for ACCOA seniors (crafts, bingo, games, special

events)

 Produce monthly calendar of events

 Work with Kitchen Manager/Fitness Coordinator as needed for events being held

 Be present at events to make sure they are going smoothly

 Coordinate indoor/outdoor events with the facilities crew

 Keep Executive Director in the loop of all events taking place

 Collect payments/down payments for events and submit them to the Accounting Clerk

 Order supplies as needed for special events

 Coordinate Facebook and Website content for ACCOA/Sunrise Center events

 Work with Grant Funded programs that will take place in our facility

 This list is not inclusive of the total scope of job functions to be performed.

 Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or modified at any

time.

General Description:

 Must be neat and clean in appearance

 Must be friendly and polite

 Must be able to lift heavy objects

Qualifications:

 Knowledge of and access to local resources

 Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

 CPR/First Aide Certified (Can get certification through ACCOA)

 Must possess good verbal and written communication

 Must have passion/motivation for working with community events

 Must have reliable transportation with insurance

 No felony convictions (State Police Background Check)

 Great customer service skills

 Must be proficient in calendars

 Must maintain confidentiality of clients and vendors

 Ability to proficiently use Microsoft Word, Excel, and agency databases.

 Must be able to stand, sit, or walk for long periods of time

 Must be able to lift objects 45 lbs

 Position may include some local travel.

 Ability to effectively communicate or relate with staff and the public in a

professional capacity and provide service in a culturally competent manner.

Educational Background:

 High school diploma/GED

 Business Degree a plus, but not mandatory

 Two years of Event/Engagement planning

Benefits:

PTO

Paid Holidays

Weekly schedule:

 24 hour week

 Possibly could include weekends

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Extended hours
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Lincoln, MI 48742: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $21