Event Planner

FirstService Residential; Ave Maria (FL); On-site; USD 78,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans

Dental

Vision

Paid Holidays

401k Match

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Event Planner to enhance community life through diverse programs and events. The role involves overseeing the lifestyle department, managing staff, and ensuring high-quality service delivery. Ideal candidates will have a degree in business or hospitality, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Full-time benefits are included, with a competitive salary range of $78,000 - $85,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Experience in market research and competitive analysis.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.
• Strong customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the onsite lifestyle department.
• Plan, coordinate, and implement community programs, classes, and events.
• Develop and manage the Lifestyle budget.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Leadership

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Education

Undergraduate degree in business

Undergraduate degree in hospitality

Undergraduate degree in parks and recreation

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Graphics Software

Job description

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Description

Job Overview: As a Lifestyle Manager, you’ll be responsible for providing direction and focus to all lifestyle components of the community designed to enrich the quality of life and enhance the vibrancy of the community for residents. These amenities include, but are not limited to, fitness, aquatics, travel, special events, classes, workshops, and charter club operations.

Your Responsibilities:

1. Oversee all aspects of the onsite lifestyle department.
2. Provide staff support and guidance to the Community Manager, the Association Board of Directors, and other departments.
3. Plan, coordinate, and implement community programs, classes, and events.
4. Hire, supervise, motivate, and evaluate lifestyle staff.
5. Develop and manage the Lifestyle budget in coordination with the Association Finance Committee.
6. Act as liaison to related committees.
7. Develop processes to ensure high-quality program delivery.
8. Monitor trends in lifestyle programming to diversify offerings.
9. Review room usage with resident committees to optimize space.

Skills & Qualifications:

1. Undergraduate degree in business, hospitality, parks and recreation, or related fields.
2. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and graphics software.
3. Experience in market research and competitive analysis.
4. Strong customer service orientation.
5. Effective presentation skills.
6. Ability to travel up to 25%.
7. Excellent communication skills.
8. Leadership and management experience.
9. Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
10. Ability to handle sensitive information.

Physical Requirements & Working Environment:

• Sitting, standing, lifting up to 25 lbs., climbing stairs, driving, and extended periods of sitting or standing.
• Work may involve indoor and outdoor settings, including variable climates.
• Extended hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, may be required.
• Must be alert to safety and environmental concerns.

What We Offer:

Full-time benefits, including health plans, dental, vision, paid holidays, and a 401k match. Occasional travel may be required.

Compensation:

$78,000 - $85,000 annually.

Additional Information:

This description provides a general overview and is not exhaustive. Management may reassign duties as needed.