Description

The primary function is to solicit, plan, execute, and manage all Member Events under the direction of the Manager of Member Events. The position is responsible for the smooth operation of assigned events, from beginning of planning stages, pulling together all event details for successful execution, through actual event completion and cleanup. Responsibilities will include booking, coordination of new events, general marketing of services, administrative duties as it relates to position, and event participation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Update and maintain the Standard Operating Procedures for the Department.
• Organize venue and make sure that it is appropriately set (Décor, Table Assignments, Food, Beverage, Entertainment, etc.).
• Work with committees to determine themes, awards, menus and gifts for events.
• Book and lock space needed for all member events in Delphi, present – six years.
• Create, prepare and distribute Event Breakdowns, Extra Assistance Requests, Feedback Notes and supporting documents, for all events.
• Responds to inquiries from the Members about events, including assisting with the deployment of mass mailings/e-mailings & event reservations.
• Supervise ticket sales, registration & similar activities Create and supervise staff roles appropriate to the event Administrative 
  Manage the updates and changes to all Banquet Event Orders to Catering.
• Submitting request orders for event support materials to Communications.
• Working with Member Guest Services on event information and training.
• Maintains current, accurate and complete files on all events 

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated high energy level and flexibility, ability to work independently on several projects concurrently, possess excellent communication, organizational and creative thinking skills. Pleasant persona coupled with sound judgment; discreet and able to maintain confidential information, customer service oriented with knowledge of correct protocol for specific situations.
• Software proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Access, and Outlook is required; knowledge and experience in Publisher, Adobe, Delphi, and Visual One is preferred.
• Experience and comfort with facilitation of committee meetings Must be a team player, and have the ability to work with a diverse group of individuals (ranging from ORC executives, board members, directors, managers, associates and volunteer committee members), work in a team environment and be self-motivated.
• Ability to keep current with trends in event strategy in support of ORC and personal professional development by participating in conferences, workshops and other training opportunities.
• Ability to bring energy, creativity and community relations expertise that will make a substantial impact on ORC events while enhancing the image and positive relationships of Member Events and Members.
• Express a genuine interest in the welfare of ORC Members, congruent values with the Club’s vision, a strong commitment to the goals of the Club.