Promotions Events Specialist

Wind Creek Montgomery; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Wind Creek Montgomery is seeking a Promotions and Special Events Specialist to support the Promotions and Special Events Manager. The role involves executing promotions and events, acting as a mascot, staffing VIP and New Year’s Eve events, coordinating vendors, and maintaining promotional materials at the Montgomery property.

The position requires a 12:00–8:00 pm shift subject to business needs, 21+ eligibility, strong guest service and computer skills, and a Tribal Gaming License or ability to

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Six months customer service experience required.
• Six months casino experience preferred.
• Must pass interview panel and job audition.
• Strong organizational skills; good computer skills.
• Ability to work weekends, nights and holidays.
• Must obtain Tribal Gaming License.
• Willing to work in a smoke environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the execution of promotions and special events.
• Act as entertainer and mascot for the property.
• Coordinate promotions and events by staffing, vendor contact, and equipment management.
• Prepare and distribute employee communications and signage.
• Maintain promotional collateral and digital media at the property.
• Provide excellent guest services based on the 3 Keys and GET.
• Complete required paperwork for winners including releases and IRS forms.
• Help develop new and exciting promotions.
• Fill in for the Coordinator when unavailable.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Team player

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Word

Word processing

Job description

Description

Job Overview 12pm 8pm (Shift Subject To Change Based On Business Needs)

The Promotions and Special Events Specialist assists the Promotions and Special Events Manager in the aspect of execution of all promotional and special events for Wind Creek Hospitality Properties.

Purpose

Our genuine engagement and positive energy provide guests an escape from their routine into our exciting fantasy world of fun, chance, and possibility, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and importance.

Value System

Our enthusiastic commitment to our purpose inspires and empowers us to do everything right, have fun, and be the best.We will be recognized fairly, elevating our levels of personal accountability, and focus on our customer.The resulting creation of wealth will grow opportunities for all.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Assists with the execution of promotions and special events for WCH Properties
• Acts as an entertainer and mascot for the property
• Assists with coordinating promotions and special events (New Year’s Eve parties and VIP parties etc.) by staffing events, preparing and distributing employee communications, identifying and contacting suitable vendors, placing and tracking equipment and supply purchases and overseeing placement of casino signage
• Keeps promotional collateral and Digital Media at the property up to date
• Offers excellent guest services based on the 3 Keys and GET
• Completes required paperwork and reporting for the promotion winners including winners’ releases and IRS 1099 forms
• Helps to develop new and exciting promotions
• Fills in for the Coordinator when they are unavailable
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Job Requirements (Please Ensure You Meet The Listed Requirements Prior To Applying)

• High School Diploma or GED required or enrolled and successfully complete a GED program within six (6) months from start date as a condition of continued employment
• Must be twenty-one (21) years of age or older
• Six (6) months Customer Service experience- required
• Six (6) months casino experience- preferred
• Must pass an interview panel regarding communication skills, guest services skills, and obvious demonstration of a naturally outgoing, friendly, helpful personality and positive attitude (job audition will be required)
• Must have excellent organizational skills; strong computer skills with experience in word processing
• Demonstrated ability to communicate, in English, effectively both verbally and in writing, and understand and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram formats
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service and communication required
• Must successfully pass job interview, including a guest service audition
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team; Must be able to deal effectively with diverse departments, external vendors and agencies, and have flexibility to work in an ever-changing environment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
• Must possess a high level of maturity, dependability, and punctuality
• Ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks and assignments
• Must be able to get along well with all levels of the organization and excel in a team oriented environment
• Ability to maintain professionalism and composure
• Must be able to work various hours as needed including weekends, nights and holidays
• Willing to travel and participate in training as recommended or required
• Must have a Tribal Gaming License (or the ability to obtain and maintain a license) as a requirement for this position
• Must have willingness and ability to work in a smoke/secondary smoke environment

NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN PREFERENCE IN HIRING POLICY SHALL BE ADHERED TO AT ALL TIMES

Complaints about the recruitment or selection process for employment should be directed in writing to office of the President and CEO of Wind Creek Hospitality.