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JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
If working in a fast paced environment behind the scenes to make sure that every detail of an event is ready sounds like a great day, then this role might just be for your. Working in one of the largest churches in the Unites States as an Events Coordinator will challenge you to ensure that no little detail is overlooked. This role will have you working to prepare small group events for a team meeting to working out the logistics for church wide event that will host thousands of guests. You must enjoy events planning and coordinating knowing that your success is critical to the success of every event.
This position reports to the Special Events Manager.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION
- Meet and work with assigned departments/ministries on all logistics for upcoming travel and events
- Process work orders, purchase orders, receipts and respond to e-mails and calls
- Maintain a positive working relationship with vendors
- Manage assigned travel and set-up, tear down and follow-up processes for events
- Responsible for ensuring all required contracts and guidelines are followed for each event
- Provide customer service to all department/ministries
- Assist Special Events Manager, Director or other Event Coordinators as needed
- Handle sensitive, confidential information and assignments with tact, discretion, and diplomacy
- Other duties as assigned
MINISTERIAL DUTIES
As an Employee of Lakewood Church, you are a part of an over 60-year legacy of faith. As a part of the Lakewood team, you are a key part of our mission in taking the Hope found in Jesus to the world. This means that as part of your job responsibilities, you are considered a spiritual leader in the Church. You are responsible for communicating the Church’s beliefs and our mission to our congregants, to maintain a lifestyle consistent with the Scriptures, and are you required to belong to the Church as part of our faith community. This will also include:
- Regular attendance at Church services and classes,
- Serving as a Prayer Partner or as a volunteer in any ministry of the Church, and
- Serving our community through local outreaches from time to time when needed by the Church
QUALIFICATIONS
- Uncompromised commitment to Lakewood Church’s vision, values, and core beliefs
- Proven experience as an event coordinator
- Professional appearance and conduct
- Strong communication skills-written and verbal
- Excellent interpersonal skills and friendly disposition
- Ability to multi-task, remain calm and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Attention to details and good problem-solving skills
- Strong initiative and customer service orientation
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and other event planning software systems
- Bilingual in Spanish is a plus but not required
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Some college preferred
- Minimum 2- 5 years of experience in event planning