LANIER TECHNICAL COLLEGE; PART-TIME SALES ASSISTANT, FORSYTH CONFERENCE CENTER; CUMMING, GA

LANIER TECHNICAL COLLEGE (www.laniertech.edu) FORSYTH CONFERENCE CENTER; CUMMING, GA is conducting a search for the following part-time, non-benefits eligible position.  NOTE:  A background check is part of the selection process.  Please contact Human Resources at 770-533-6903 if any assistance/accommodation is needed in the application/interview process.

POSITION:                           Part-time Sales Assistant, Forsyth Conference Center

REPORTS TO:                     Director, Forsyth Conference Center

SALARY:                              $18.00 - $22.00 per hour, based on experience; up to 29 hours per week

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Sales Assistant is responsible for daily customer service needs, office administration, and planning, organizing and implementing events at the Forsyth Conference Center. Will also provide assistance in the operation of events at the Forsyth Conference Center.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate’s degree in business, event management, or closely related field.  One (1) year of work-related experience in a meeting/event planning environment as an assistant, meeting planner, wedding coordinator, or other related specialty.

MAJOR DUTIES:

·         Organizes and implements events at the Forsyth Conference Center;

·         Ensures that conference and meeting arrangements are scheduled and confirmed with all parties involved in a timely manner prior to the event convening;

·         Ensures that customer is apprised of the rules and regulations of the Center, all required paperwork is completed, and that all events are conducted in an appropriate manner;

·         Creates accurate-to-scale computer renderings of the room layout for both customer and staff to ensure proper placement of all elements in the room design;

·         Handles customer service needs, and serves as a point of contact for inquiries regarding conference facilities;

·         Prepares quotes and sample layouts for prospective events;

·         Performs a variety of regular office administration duties for each event;

·         Apprises other staff members of their duties for each event;

·         Assists in operations at Conference Center events as needed.

COMPETENCIES:

·         Effective written and oral communication skills;

·         Effective decision making and problem solving skills;

·         Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs;

·         Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public;

·         Ability to work independently with minimal supervision;

·         Ability to effectively manage multiple and competing priorities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Will occasionally lift or move objects of a light to medium weight, up to 20 pounds. Work is typically performed in an office environment with intermittent sitting, standing, or walking in various settings. Full range of hand and finger motion may be utilized for data entry purposes.

As set forth in its student catalog, Lanier Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, sex, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). The following person(s) has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Title IX Coordinator:  Nancy Beaver, 770-533-7000, nbeaver@laniertech.edu

Section 504 Coordinator:  Veronica Bowermaster, 770-533-7003, vbowermaster@laniertech.edu

NOTICE: Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Lanier Technical College is a registered participant in the federal work authorization program commonly known as E-Verify. Lanier Technical College Federally-Issued User ID: 46367 Date of Authorization: 3/28/2007 

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