Events Coordinator & Facility Lead

Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians; Sault Ste. Marie (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians is seeking an Events Coordinator to supervise facilities, coordinate event logistics, and ensure smooth execution from start to finish.

The role requires strong customer service, staff leadership, and adherence to safety and policy standards. Responsibilities include staffing, setup and teardown, scheduling adherence, problem solving, and acting as a liaison between clients and the facility.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree in Sports/Recreation, Management, Business, Communications or Education or equivalent experience.
• Experience: Minimum of two years event planning and customer service; one year supervisory experience.
• Certification/License: CPR certification and first aid training; background check required; valid driver’s license.
• Other: Must comply with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy and insurability standards.
• Knowledge/Skills: CPR/First Aid, public facility setup, and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as building supervisor and facility liaison for events.
• Ensure event staff, customers, and logistics run smoothly.
• Enforce facility policies, safety, and cleanliness.
• Solve staff and customer issues and adjust staff schedules as needed.
• Provide coverage across facility departments during busy times.

Skills

Staff supervision

Public relations

Customer service

Communication

Education

Associate degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians is seeking an Events Coordinator to supervise facilities, coordinate event logistics, and ensure smooth execution from start to finish.

The role requires strong customer service, staff leadership, and adherence to safety and policy standards. Responsibilities include staffing, setup and teardown, scheduling adherence, problem solving, and acting as a liaison between clients and the facility.