Facility

Phoenix Zoo

Closing Date

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Description

The Phoenix Zoo’s Events department is expanding and we are seeking a Special Event Facilitator to provide administrative and logistical support to the Events department. The Facilitator will be directly responsible for facilitating components of fundraising events such as auction logistics, pre and post event gatherings. The Facilitator is also responsible for the preparation, cleanliness and physical set-up and tear-down of special and internal events (corporate and social events as assigned), providing vendor and guest access to the facilities, facilitating necessary furnishings and equipment, and overseeing the liquor inventory and bartending staff.

Education and Pre-requisites

Minimum qualifications for this positon include previous experience with events and/or banquet set-up, must be at least 21 years of age, working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, ability to work a flexible schedule that will include nights, weekends and holidays. An ideal candidate will also have customer service experience and excellent teamwork skills. All Phoenix Zoo employees are required to pass pre-employment background checks including a drug test, this position also requires a valid driver’s license.

Compensation and benefits

This position has a starting hourly wage of $10.59 – $11.91 and a generous benefits package that includes 4 weeks of paid vacation/year, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, and many other perks that come along with being a Phoenix Zoo employee.

Application instructions

To view a more complete description and list of requirements and to apply for this position, please visit the Phoenix Zoo job page at:

Careers

Résumés are not accepted for any Zoo position without an accompanying application. While postings may remain on outside sites for longer, once a job is removed from The Phoenix Zoo job page it is closed and we will no longer accept applications.

The Phoenix Zoo is an EEOE/ADA employer.