Coordinator, Nationals Events

This is a Full Time Job

Summary:

The Washington Nationals are actively searching for an individual who has a passion for serving others and is committed to excellence to be our Coordinator of Nationals Park Events. Our mission is to create exceptional and memorable experiences for our guests. As a member of our team, you will gain life experiences that extend far beyond creating great events; you will also develop your customer service and leadership skills as well as be a positive influence to our guests and organization. Nationals Park Events is responsible for selling non-game day events at Nationals Park, such as meetings, receptions, and corporate events, as well as producing concerts, festivals, and non-MLB sporting events. The Coordinator of Nationals Park Events is the administrative, research and analytical support for the department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Administrative:
• Record event leads from all inbound channels (i.e. website, advertising platforms, etc.) into SalesForce.
• Handle reporting for all monthly pace meetings for leadership.
• Route all department contracts and deal sheets to leadership.
• Respond to and troubleshoot inquiries from [email protected] inbox.
• Process department paperwork: creating, scanning, and filing contracts, deposit forms, vouchers, purchase orders, event specifications and other documents.
• Draft service contract deal sheets and track approval status.
• Manage all department purchasing, shipping and storage.
• Maintain files and notes from internal and house account meetings.
• Maintain department event calendar.
• Assist in event day operations as needed.
• Recruit, hire, and manage department interns.
• Assist in client site visits and prospecting events.

Research and Analytics:
• Conduct market research for prospective leads
• Use all department resources (Momentous, Salesforce, Unique Venues., etc.) to run reports and identify potential leads

Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Hospitality, Communications, or another related field
• 0- 2 years administrative experience
• Prior experience in corporate, entertainment, social event management and/or planning preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities necessary to perform essential functions.
• Demonstrated ability to assist in the coordination of a wide variety of public and private events.
• Demonstrated ability to be resourceful and dependable.
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills as well as excellent interpersonal skills.
• Must be highly organized and detail oriented.
• Proven ability to effectively collaborate with internal team, cross-functional team, and external parties.
• Knowledge and proficiency in Internet communications technologies, (e-mail, Web, blogs, social media etc.) and MS Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Physical/Environmental Requirements
• Office: Working conditions are normal for an office environment. Work will require weekend and/or evening work.

Compensation:

The projected wage rate for this position is between $18.82-$25.10 per hour. Actual pay is based on several factors, including but not limited to the applicant's: qualifications, skills, expertise, education/training, certifications, and other organization requirements. Starting salaries for new employees are frequently not at the top of the applicable salary range.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The Nationals are dedicated to offering equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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