Lead Event Architect - Hybrid Planner & On-site Expert

metroConnections; Fort Snelling Unorganized Territory (MN); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comp Time

Overnight Travel Bonus

PTO

Paid Holidays

Summer Fridays

ESOP

401(k) Match

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Disability Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life/AD&D Insurance

Bereavement Leave

Uniform Allowance

Cell Phone Reimbursement

Job summary

metroConnections is hiring an Event Specialist to lead programs with enhanced offerings such as décor and teambuilding. The role blends independent remote work, team office duties in Burnsville, MN, and on-site events across the Twin Cities and beyond, with occasional overnight travel.

Minimum four years of experience, strong communication, and tech literacy are essential. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and salary of $70,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Four or more years of industry experience.
• Self-sufficient with workload management.
• Ability to work independently and solve problems.
• Strong written and verbal English communication.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead event representative for assigned programs to clients and vendors.
• Coordinate with Sales Manager and Operations Team during hand-offs.
• Mentor Event Coordinators and contribute to team growth.
• Lead or support on-site event management and logistics.
• Manage post-event debriefs and financial details with Accounting.

Skills

Customer service

Written and verbal communication

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Technology literacy

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

metroConnections is hiring an Event Specialist to lead programs with enhanced offerings such as décor and teambuilding. The role blends independent remote work, team office duties in Burnsville, MN, and on-site events across the Twin Cities and beyond, with occasional overnight travel.

Minimum four years of experience, strong communication, and tech literacy are essential. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and salary of $70,000 annually.