What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Projects Assistant position at Hobby Lobby Stores?
Come be a part of a creative, fast-paced, and exciting team. We re hiring a Special Projects Assistant for Hobby Lobby's Art / Creative Department. This person will assist in event coordination and execution, and oversees day-to-day administrative and operational functions for the Special Projects Team's projects and processes to achieve success within defined strategies and goals. If you are a well-rounded individual with strong communication, organization, and relationship building skills, then we are looking for you!
Who you are :
An open-minded team-player who takes constructive feedback gracefully and works collaboratively toward the bigger picture
A dedicated professional who develops new approaches and processes to improve performance, productivity, engagement, relations and retention
A self-motivated problem solver who enjoys researching vendors / venues, handling bookings and related correspondence, and ensure team and leadership are up to date and prepared for projects and events
A relationship builder with strong communication and negotiation skills
What you will do :
Participate in vendor / venue research, bookings, correspondence, and relationship building
Ensure Team and Leadership are up to date, organized, and prepared with all information needed to kickoff, track progress of, and meet objectives for projects, processes, and events
Gather, track, record, organize and share information and assets with strong attention to detail
Conduct research, complete projects, and prepare reports and files in a timely manner
Learn new techniques, tools, and technology as required
Enter and monitor project information in MARVIN and other Team records
Perform work-related errands
Anticipate obstacles and take initiative to communicate and problem-solve before / as they arise
Consistently provide high quality work, often under the pressure of tight deadlines
Requirements
Education and Experience :
Ability to maintain strict levels of privacy and confidentiality
Experience or qualifications in a related field with demonstrated project management skills
Proficient Mac and Microsoft Office Skills
Ability to give, accept, and apply critique and feedback
Strong work ethic that demonstrates professionalism, flexibility, reliability, and accountability
Ability to solve problems proactively with patience and intelligence
Ability to self motivate, take initiative, and exercise sound judgment
Excellent time management skills including multitasking and attention to detail
Excellent relationship building skills including communication, negotiation, and collaboration
Ability to perform Essential Job Functions with or without accommodation
Ability to sufficiently meet Employee Performance Expectations
Ability to perform job duties at the corporate office in Oklahoma City
If you're interested, please submit the required cover letter and resume.
Benefits :
Competitive Wages
Medical, Dental and Prescription Plan
401(k) Program with company match
Paid Vacation
Sick / Personal Pay (SPP)
Employee Discount
Life Insurance and Long Term Disability Insurance (LTD)
Flexible Spending Plan
Holiday Pay
Integris Clinic and Pharmacy on campus
Chaplain Services on campus
Hobby Lobby Stores, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
For reasonable accommodation of disability during the hiring process call (877) 303-4547.
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