Downtown Manhattan, Inc.

 

EVENT MANAGER

The Event Manager for Downtown Manhattan, Inc. is expected to organize and promote events that foster a sense of community for all ages within the Downtown neighborhood. The Event Manager responsibilities will include managing the details of each event, attending the events and serving as the point of contact, and providing outstanding customer service to the patrons of Downtown. Attention to detail, the ability to take direction from the Executive Director and excellent communication skills with a variety of people (staff, Downtown business owners, event patrons) are qualities a successful candidate will possess. This is a leadership position and the Manager will have the skillset and character that best represents Downtown Manhattan, Inc. in this public facing role.

Responsibilities

  • Event Coordination –facilitate all aspects of current and future DMI events
  • Organization and Management –oversee each event’s details such as facilities, decor, catering, entertainment, street closures, location, invitee list, special guests, equipment, promotional material, permits, online forms, website maintenance, press releases, annual calendar of events etc. Work with the Office Manager on any event related tasks such as printing, online point of sale, insurance compliance, receipts and budget requests, PTO etc. Complete annual event audit as to assist the DMI Board of Directors and Executive Director in building a sufficient budget for Events and Promotion.
  • Networking and Customer Service –communicate directly with Downtown business owners/property owners (aka stakeholders) to gather feedback, share knowledge of Downtown events, as well as interact with event participants to meet their needs or trouble shoot issues that arise before, during or after an event.
  • Collaborate with Marketing Specialist to ensure timely and accurate marketing and promotions details.
  • Compliance, troubleshooting and evaluation -The Event Manager will ensure compliance with insurance, legal, health and safety obligations, troubleshoot event problems, and conduct event evaluations as needed. Administrative assistance from Administrative Assistant and/or Executive Director is to be expected.
  • Intern Management -if it is determined that an Intern is needed, the Event Manager will hire and set parameters of internship with the help of the Executive Director. The Event Manager is to be the direct supervisor of the intern and will direct the tasks and oversee time management of the intern.

Requirements

  • Collaborative attitude and willingness to work with a small staff in a nonprofit environment
  • Proven experience in management role with 3 years experience in the supervision of staff/volunteers and/or interns.
  • Excellent time management and communication skills
  • Customer service skills to network with Downtown members and event customers
  • Ability to manage multiple projects independently
  • Problem-solving and trouble shooting skills
  • MS Office proficiency, general computer and some graphic design skill
  • Willing to submit references and work samples from previous work
  • Proven experience in Event Management
  • The physical capability to work seasonal events in whatever climate the Kansas weather may provide
  • The ability to lift up to 50 pounds for event setup
  • All other assigned responsibilities and duties as outlined by Executive Director

Wage: $19-$21 per hour depending on experience.