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Job Description
Full-time position available with the Conventions & Entertainment Facilities Department, Event Support Division located at Bartle Hall 301 West 13th Street
Salary Range: $24.77-$37.16/hour
Normal Work Days/Hours: Wednesday-Saturday, 6:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Application Deadline Date: December 31, 2025
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Responsibilities- Organize, stage, and coordinate meetings, lectures, stage shows, sporting events, concerts, exhibitions, conventions, and theatrical productions within the City's multipurpose facilities.
- Manage and supervise event operations, including setup, staffing, and custodial crews in assigned areas.
- Anticipate client needs and requirements by exercising sound independent judgment and proactive planning.
- Interact effectively with event patrons, clients, and departmental staff to ensure successful event execution.
- Maintain and promote a positive public image of the Convention and Entertainment Facilities Department.
- Perform duties under general direction, with work evaluated through activity reports, direct observation, conferences, and results achieved.
Qualifications
REQUIRES an accredited bachelor's degree and 1 year of experience of event set up, event coordination and/or arena/convention management; OR high school graduation and 5 years of experience in event set up, event coordination and/or arena/convention management. May be required to possess a valid State -issued driver's license in accordance with the City of KCMO policies. Preference is given to applicants that have an accredited bachelor's degree in business administration, liberal arts, recreation public administration or one of the social sciences and one (1) year related experience in arena management, convention center management or tradeshow management. A minimum of one (1) year supervisory experience is preferred.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Kansas City
Show moreKansas City, Missouri is a growing, world-class community of just over 500,000 residents that serves as the central hub for a thriving bi-state, 18-county metropolitan area of 2.5 million residents. The City is governed by a 13-member City Council and Mayor that appoint a City Manager to oversee a municipal organization with over 4,000 employees, 16 departments, and a total annual operating and capital budget exceeding $1 billion. A diverse and culturally rich community located at the confluence of the Kansas and Missouri Rivers, KC is known for its long traditions as the home of spectacular BBQ, jazz, beautiful boulevards, fountains, and parks. Kansas City boasts celebrated cultural traditions including jazz; theater, and history, including the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum. Kansas City is also the proud home of professional sports teams including the Chiefs, Royals and Sporting KC, and has served as host of several NCAA tournaments over recent years. The City is generally recognized as one of the most livable cities in America and looks forward to showcasing our city on the national and world stage as host of the 2023 NFL Draft and the 2026 World Cup. The City of Kansas City, MO seeks to attract and retain a qualified and progressive workforce to provide high-quality services to Kansas City, MO residents and visitors.
Be a part of the team that helps run our great city. View our current opportunities under Careers or click here: www.kcmo.gov/jobs to apply today.
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