Event Manager Toyota Arena

ASM Global•Kennewick, WA

1d•$80,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services that keeps our partners front and center through our white-label approach. Our network of 450 venues worldwide, hosting 20,000 events and entertaining 165 million guests each year, is powered by our depth of expertise and level of execution across every component feasibility & consulting, owner’s representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content & booking of world-class live events and venues. The Legends Global culture is one of respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can be authentic, make an impact, and grow their career. Winning is an everyday thing at Legends Global. We have the best team members who understand every win is earned when we come together as one unified team. Sounds like a winning formula for you. Join us! Position Summary: Under administrative direction, assists major tenants with the coordination of logistics for their events at Toyota Arena and ONT Field. Duties include all event coordination from event booking through conclusion.

Requirements

One to two years management level experience coordinating events in a multi-purpose facility which services conventions, exhibits, trade and consumer shows, athletic events, concerts, sales meetings, food and beverage functions, etc.
High school or GED certificate graduate required
Knowledge of: Terminology used in the convention, event, and entertainment business
Set-ups and take-downs
Utilities (i.e., special lighting, booth wiring, compressed air, etc.)
Computer software, including Microsoft Word and Excel
Ability to: Read, write, and speak English
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Be detail oriented
Always present a professional appearance and demeanor during the workday
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with tenants, employees, and the public
Skill to: Operate modern office equipment, including computer, phone, and copy machine
Operate a motor vehicle
Must be able to pass the background check.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in event management, hospitality, sports management, tourism, arts administration, or related field preferred but not required
3+ years related experience and/or training or equivalent work experience preferred but not required
Customer service experience preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Assists tenants in planning the logistical requirements for events.
Assists tenants in determining manpower requirements (i.e., security, crowd control, private security, box office, and police).
Provides tenants with technical and physical data on facility (i.e., electrical, sound, lighting, and plumbing).
Acts in a sales role for rental of Toyota Arena and ONT Field equipment and sells services of departmental part-time personnel.
Advises tenants of most advantageous utilization of space.
Advises tenants of building policies, fire regulations, and other governing districts that may impose regulations on the tenant.
Acts as a Duty Manager during events.
Reviews tenant's contract for space utilization, special arrangements, etc.
Coordinates with tenant's private contractors (decorators, electrical, A/V, plumbing, bus service, etc.).
Enforces exclusivity of in-house catering services.
Reviews and provides billing information to client for final settlement and to Accounting for invoicing.
Secures required tenant insurance.
Prepares diagrams for special room set-ups.
Assists on special assignments as required.