Employment

Part Time, Special Events Assistant


PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Part-Time (12-20 hours per week), Temporary Position, May – October 2008

Are you looking to break into the event-planning field? The John Michael Kohler Arts Center is seeking a highly motivated individual with a professional appearance, great organizational skills, and a flexible schedule, to assist the Special Events Coordinator. The assistant will work primarily with the Arts Center’s wedding clients, and will also assist with corporate clients, group tours, and two of the Arts Center’s largest special events (Arts Armada and Midsummer Festival of the Arts).

Responsibilities include:

• Responding to customer inquiries regarding wedding ceremony and reception packages.

• Updating events calendars and completing tech requests.

• Notifying staff members of event times, dates, and needs in a timely manner.

• Acting as manager on duty during intensive wedding ceremony and booking periods.

• Working collaboratively with the Events Coordinator for large receptions or corporate events.

• Assisting with/supervising event set up and dismantles.

• Working with outside vendors or in house catering staff to exceed customer expectations.

• Compiling customer service surveys

• Meeting and greeting tour groups as required.

• Assisting with special events where needed (Art Armada, Midsummer Festival of the Arts, October Opening, etc.)

To be considered, please mail, fax, or email your resumé and a cover letter.
The cover letter should include the position title.

John Michael Kohler Arts Center
Attn: Human Resources
608 New York Avenue
Sheboygan WI 53081
fax: 920-458-4473
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The John Michael Kohler Arts Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.