Event Coordinator
North Kansas City, MO, US, 64116
GARNEY
An Event Coordinator position is available at Garney. In this position, you will support the design, facilitation, and coordination of corporate events, employee appreciation programs, and the ongoing management of our event management platform.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
- Support the planning and execution of corporate events, trainings, conferences, and employee programs
- Coordinate event logistics including venue selection, catering, travel, materials, and on-site support
- Assist with event communications, including invitations, agendas, and participant updates
- Partner with internal stakeholders to gather event requirements and ensure alignment
- Provide day-of event support to ensure smooth execution and positive participant experience
- Assist in coordinating company-wide employee appreciation and recognition initiatives
- Support programs such as service anniversaries, milestone celebrations, and special events
- Help execute initiatives that promote employee engagement and reinforce company culture
- Support the administration and maintenance of the Cvent platform
- Assist with event setup, registration management, and reporting within Cvent
- Maintain event calendars, contact data, and system records
- Help troubleshoot event technology and support continuous improvements
- Support additional departmental initiatives and special projects as needed
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- Bachelor’s degree preferred, or relevant working experience
- At least 1 year of experience working in a corporate professional setting
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)
- Great communication skills, both written and oral
- Experience supporting, planning, and executing events
- Ability to communicate across all levels of an organization
- Team player who takes initiative
- Ability to be adaptable and reprioritize in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to remain organized in an ever-evolving landscape
- Attention to detail
- Ability to travel up to 20%
LET'S TALK THE PERKS!
- Free medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans ($0 premiums)
- Virtual doctor visits with no co-pay
- Shares of company stock at no cost starting your first day
- 401(k) plan with a 3.5% match
- Student loan resources
- Weekly paychecks
- Paid time off
- 8 paid holidays
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with a lump sum and matching contributions
- Free life insurance and disability policy
- Free access to healthcare coordinators
- Counseling sessions with mental health professionals at no cost
- Access to consultations with legal and financial professionals at no cost
- Free programs assisting with weight loss, maternity health, prescriptions for chronic conditions, and more
- 50% employee discount in the Garney apparel store
CONTACT US
If you are interested in this Event Coordinator position, please click APPLY NOW to submit your application. To view additional opportunities with Garney, visit careers.garney.com.
If you have questions or would like more information, please email recruiter@garney.com and include the job location and requisition ID (listed below the job title at the top of the page) to ensure a prompt response. Please note that email inquiries are not a substitute for submitting an application. All openings listed are currently accepting candidates.
Garney and its subsidiaries are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Garney is a background screening, drug-free workplace.
Agency Disclaimer: All vendors must have a signed Garney Agreement, authorized by the Executive Team, to receive payment for any placement. Verbal or written commitments made by anyone other than a member of the Executive Team will not be considered binding. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Garney or submitted to employees outside of the Recruiting Team will be deemed the property of Garney. In such cases, Garney will not be obligated to pay any placement fees.
Nearest Major Market: Kansas City