Special Events Assistant

2 days ago

Jacksonville, Florida, United States Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp Full time $40,000 - $60,000 per year

The Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp, the Triple‐A affiliate of the Miami Marlins and reigning Triple-A National Champions, are looking for a full time Events Assistant to come on board and join the Special Events Department with a focus on Non-Baseball Events. The Events Assistant role will encompass the selling, planning, execution and completion of non-baseball related events at VyStar Ballpark, with a variety of associated accountabilities. This position has a strong emphasis in relationship building skills and requires personal drive, determination, and hard work in a fun, fast-paced environment. This position will report to the Vice President of Promotions and Special Events.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Work alongside the VP of Special events to enhance and grow the Special Events Department for the Jumbo Shrimp.
  • Make outside sales calls to groups in the community to sell special events at VyStar Ballpark.
  • Work with events from beginning to end including walk throughs, rate and contract negotiations, pre-event planning, food and beverage planning, staffing, load-in/out.
  • Organize and schedule internal staffing and working with 3rd party vendors for set-up, tear down and execution of events.
  • Work with our internal Food & Beverage team on all the details of catering menus for events.
  • Provide exceptional customer service to clients and potential clients alike.
  • Cultivate a strong working relationship with all team departments, including, but not limited to, operations, grounds, food & beverage, marketing and sales.
  • Create leads rand develop long term relationships in the event planning, production and promotions communities to enhance events.
  • Complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements:

  • At least two years of experience in the event industry is preferred
  • Prior customer service and telemarketing/sales experience is highly desirable
  • Possess a competitive drive and positive attitude; detail-oriented and adept at achieving goals and meeting targets
  • Exceptional work ethic, strong desire to succeed, and eagerness to learn
  • Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to multi‐task
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and writing) and listening skills
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently
  • Must be proficient with computers and the Microsoft Office Suite
  • Ability to work a regular office schedule plus special events outside of normal business hours, including nights, weekends, and the occasional holiday
  • College degree is preferred
  • Ability to lift over 40 pounds and stand on your feet for long periods of time

NOTE: All the essential functions of this position are not necessarily described in this description.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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