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First Presbyterian Church / The Old Stone Church
Weddings and Special Events Coordinator
Who We Are:
Founded in 1820, we’ve served the city of Cleveland for 200 years from the heart of Public Square. As a historic Presbyterian church with a contemporary spirit, we welcome and host hundreds of worshippers, weddings, tours, and visitors each year from around the globe.
Who We’re Looking For:
We’re seeking a Weddings and Special Events Coordinator to help grow our Weddings and Events programs at Old Stone Church. An individual who will thrive in this role knows how important it is to be detail and systems oriented, spirited, excels in fast-paced environments, and is adaptable in situations that can change on a moments notice! Most importantly, the individual for this role is someone who knows how to make an event a true special occasion and is committed to going above and beyond to see the event through, including post event follow-up.
Key Duties:
· Serves as the point-person for all contact during the planning of a special event; from initial contact to coordinating the closing of the event.
· Coordinates quarterly wedding seminars – bringing couples who desire to be married to Old Stone Church in for group discussions.
· Collaborates with our Director of Marketing & Community Engagement to help promote and actively seek hosting new events.
· Collaborates with our Property Manager on event and facilities logistics.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:
· 2+ years working in special events – bonus points for direct wedding and festival event experience within a church environment!
· Experienced using social media (Facebook) and willing to use and embrace new technologies to better communicate and market events.
· Experienced managing and working with volunteer teams.
· Embraces working both autonomously as well as within a team scope.
· Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite.
· Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
· Passionate about community and relationship building (that’s what we’re here for!) Demonstrated experience in finding solutions to problems (both present and forecasted.)
Reports to:Senior Pastor.
Supervises: No direct subordinates
Salary range: Between $50,000 - $55,000 annually.
This position is full time, located at Old Stone Church (91 Public Square, Cleveland, OH. 44113), with the possibility of some remote work. Benefits, including health coverage and 403B as well as paid time off (PTO) are available.
About Old Stone Church:
Our Mission Statement
Loving Christ, Serving City – spiritually, culturally, socially – since 1820
Our Values
Underlying all that we say or do, let us be people of faith, hospitality, and excellence.
Our Belief Statement
- We have much; therefore much is expected; (Luke 12:48)
- We are uniquely called to care and pray for the city; (Jeremiah 29:7)
- God is always doing a new thing among us. We are called to be open and responsive to it; (Isaiah 43:19)
- We are at our best when we lead and are led, not by fear, but by faith in Christ alone; (Matthew 19:26)
First Presbyterian Church/The Old Stone Church is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. We are dedicated to building and fostering a diverse staff that is committed to improving the lives of those within our community and always look towards serving in God’s name.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Cleveland, OH 44113: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Events management: 2 years (Preferred)
- Customer service: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: One location