Special Events Lead

Overview:‬‭ The Special Events Lead is a hands-on, leadership-focused‬‭ role responsible for guiding the‬

‭ special events crew and supporting event coordinators in the successful execution of weddings and‬

‭ special events. This individual will work across multiple venues and environments, leading staff,‬

‭ setting up spaces, maintaining cleanliness, and interacting with guests to ensure each event runs‬

‭ smoothly. The ideal candidate is dependable, adaptable, customer-service oriented, and capable of‬

‭ working independently with minimal supervision.‬

‭ Essential Functions‬

‭ 1.‬‭ Ensure event spaces are clean, well-organized, and guest-ready‬

‭ 2.‬‭ Communicate, implement, and uphold all policies, rules, and procedures with staff and guests‬

‭ 3.‬‭ Develop and assign bi-weekly tasks and projects for event staff‬

‭ 4.‬‭ Ensure smooth and timely transitions between events‬

‭ 5.‬‭ Assist Coordinators with daily tasks such as answering phones, managing emails, meeting with‬

‭ clients, and assisting with all event or wedding-related needs‬

‭ Additional Functions‬

‭ 1.‬‭ Inspect and report equipment condition post-use; verify items against inventory lists‬

‭ 2.‬‭ Maintain accurate inventory of all event-related supplies and equipment‬

‭ 3.‬‭ Keep decor, furnishings, and storage areas clean, organized, and well-maintained‬

‭ 4.‬‭ Perform other duties as assigned‬

‭ Major Competency Areas‬

‭ 1.‬‭ Ability to remain positive and personable in high-pressure situations‬

‭ 2.‬‭ Strong communication skills with staff, supervisors, vendors, clients, and guests‬

‭ 3.‬‭ Maintain an organized and clean workspace‬

‭ 4.‬‭ Willingness to take direction, learn new tasks, and adapt as needed‬

‭ 5.‬‭ Ability to work independently or collaboratively to meet deadlines‬

‭ 6.‬‭ Open to receiving guidance and feedback‬

‭ Qualifications‬

‭ 1.‬‭ Valid California Driver’s License‬

‭ 2.‬‭ High school diploma required; some college preferred‬

‭ 3.‬‭ Alignment with Lake Gregory Co.

's mission, values, and employee policies‬

‭ 4.‬‭ Strong character, adaptability, and integrity‬

‭ 5.‬‭ Current CPR and First Aid certifications‬

‭ Physical Demands‬

‭ 1.‬‭ Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and walk on uneven surfaces‬

‭ 2.‬‭ Comfortable working in varying weather conditions, including heat, rain, snow, and ice‬

‭ 3.‬‭ Ability to work long or irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays‬

‭ 4.‬‭ Physically capable of completing all job duties, including: leaning, bending, stooping,‬

‭ reaching, pulling, pushing, squatting, and twisting, climbing/descending stairs or trails,‬

‭ sweeping, watering, moving hoses, standing, walking, or sitting for extended periods,‬

‭ navigating trails during day and night‬

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