Job Information
CBRE Events Coordinator in Washington, District Of Columbia
Events Coordinator
Job ID
163526
Posted
23-Apr-2024
Service line
Advisory Segment
Role type
Full-time
Areas of Interest
Administrative, Customer Service
Location(s)
Washington - District of Columbia - United States of America
About the Role:
As a CBRE Events Coordinator, you will assist with the coordination and execution of small to medium meetings, conferences, and events. This job is part of the Events job function. They are responsible for the creation, management, and execution of marketing events for internal and external clients.
What You’ll Do:
• Primary point of contact for smaller meetings and events. Provide support for larger and more complex meetings and events as needed.
• Work with clients, vendors, and team members to coordinate guest services. This includes arrival experience, transportation, signage, displays, special needs requirements, printing, and event security.
• Create a hospitable environment for attendees, event owners, and vendors on the day of the event.
• Assist with conference room turnover and midday room refresh. Reconfigure rooms for evening indoor and outdoor spaces. Take direction from senior team members.
• Respond to event activities such as gathering event supplies, equipment needs, food & beverage services, facility security, etc.
• Conduct room set up, refresh, and removal of food, beverage, and service items. Maintain outlines of small space configurations, decor possibilities, and event-related event items.
• Complete room checks and ensure technical and visual spaces are functional. Troubleshoot audio and technical issues.
• Manage a small inventory of event supplies. • Coordinate master meeting and events calendar for small to medium-sized event spaces. Communicate events schedule with team and service providers.
• Assist with post-event reporting and reconciliation. Escalate potential issues and concerns as appropriate.
• Use existing procedures to solve straightforward problems while having a limited opportunity to exercise discretion.
• Impact through clearly defined duties, methods, and tasks are described in detail.
• Deliver own output by following defined procedures and processes under close supervision and guidance.
What You’ll Need:
• High School Diploma or GED with up to 2 years of job-related experience.
• Fulfill the physical requirements associated with this role. This includes stooping, standing, walking, and climbing stairs. Must be able to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
• Ability to follow basic work routines and standards in the application of work.
• Communication skills to exchange straightforward information.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset
CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Events Coordinator position is $45,000 annually [or $21.63 per hour] and the maximum salary for Events Coordinator position is $50,000 annually [or $24.08 per hour]. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE’s applicable benefit program.
Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccomodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
NOTE: Some, but not all, of our positions may have an additional requirement to comply with COVID-19 health and safety protocols, including COVID-19 vaccination proof and/or rigorous testing. If you have questions about the requirement(s) for this position, please inform your Recruiter.
CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)