Part-Time Events Associate
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Job Location:
Independence, MO - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
ob Title: Events Associate | Branch or Department: Assigned Branch |
Reports to: Custom Event Coordinator | Supervises: N/A |
| FLSA Status: Overtime Non-Exempt | Benefits Classification: Part Time |
Salary/Wage: $16.70 per hour | Work Location: Midwest Genealogy Center |
Work Schedule: Variable | Hours per Week/Year: Hours per Week/Year: Min. 8 hr/wk; Max 950 hr/yr (Part time) |
Revision Date: September 2025 | Anticipated Closing Date: 1/14/2025 |
At Mid-Continent Public Library We:
Imagine. We inspire innovation through curiosity and exploration.
Try new things. We empower what works and learn from the rest.
Lead the way. We connect people to information ideas and inspiration.
Welcome all. We embrace new perspectives and listen with humility.
Everything we do we do together.
Position Overview
The Events Associate is responsible for modeling excellent customer service to all staff and customers by assisting with the staffing and management of the Librarys Special Event Spaces as well as logistical support for some Library programs or events. The Special Events Coordinator supports large Library special events assisting Library teammates in executing Library best practices as needed as well as establishing and maintaining close cooperative relationships with Library teammates and community partners.
Essential Functions
- Along with the Customer Events Coordinator serves as the library representative in Event Spaces during customer events.
- Represents the Library during customer and internal events assisting with further room set up serving as the event AV tech monitoring and providing equipment and custodial supplies assisting with some logistics for the event as well as maintaining the integrity of the library event space and Library policy.
- Assists the Customer Events Coordinator in setting up and tearing down spaces for internal and external events.
- Works closely with Library departments organizing events throughout the planning process to anticipate needed hospitality AV and logistical features.
- Assists the Customer Events Coordinator in maintaining the Librarys Events Spaces.
Non-essential Functions
- In the absence of the Customer Events Coordinator fields customer questions in the absence of the Customer Events Coordinator.
- When not working directly with Customer Events is available to work in Library branches in a staff capacity.
Education and Experience
- High School Diploma/HiSet/GED Completion required
- Bachelors Degree preferred
- Two years hospitality or special events experience preferred
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Job Knowledge including Librarianship
- Ability to create and execute a logistical plan for a external/internal customer event or system-wide Library event/program
- Understand and implement the Librarys Event Space policies and procedures
- Possess a working knowledge of Library policies and procedures as well as models Library values as spelled out in the Library Bill of Rights.
- Ability to work with various Library departments and external customers to create and execute logistical plans for events/programs using the Librarys calendar of events equipment AV systems recruiting and scheduling Library-approved vendors.
- Technology including specific applications hardware and coding languages
- Develop a comprehensive knowledge of the Event Spaces each event spaces AV system.
- Possess a working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 with an emphasis on Outlook/Word/Excel/Teams/Workflows
- Communication
- Speaks clearly and succinctly with both Library staff and customers to communicate services needs policy and procedures.
- Financial/Mathematical
- Read interpret and maintain a budget to maintain and order supplies in the Event Spaces and for logistical support for system-wide Library Events and initiatives
- Teamwork
- Actively models flexibility when faced with unexpected changes or obstacles and works to find alternative solutions
- Leadership
- Create organize and navigate personal workflows and systems to successfully complete daily tasks plan events and manage day-to-day operations.
- Communicate and direct others- customers vendors and Library staff- in a friendly and confident manner to complete tasks during Library events and customer events.
All successful team members at MCPL should demonstrate:
- Ability to use effective verbal written and discreet communication with management co-workers and the public.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Knowledge of department processes and procedures and critical thinking skills to make decisions pertaining to the position.
- Proficiency in providing friendly and solution-oriented customer service attitude and delivery with internal and external customers.
- Fundamental understanding of how DEI principles impact the workplace and library services.
Age Requirement:
Must be at least 18
MVR Requirement
- Possession of a valid drivers license and a reliable personal vehicle for use in carrying out the duties of this position including transportation of materials and equipment (mileage reimbursed).
Work Environment
(Indoor/Outdoor) Works both indoors and outdoors and must have considerable tolerance for weather conditions dust mold scents allergens and communicable diseases which enable the employee to work outside at a facility handle construction and library materials work in older buildings and on jobsites and interact with coworkers and the public.
Essential physical abilities to be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodation are:
Daily (greater than 50% of the time)
- Walking (even ground)
- Lifting 1-10 pounds
- Receiving Communication and Instructions (vision reading hearing)
- Conveying Communication and Instructions (Speaking writing)
- Using computer data entry tools - keyboard mouse touchscreen scanner
Frequently (up to 50% of the time)
- Standing (up to and more than 1 hour at a time)
- Lifting 11-25 pounds
- Lifting 26-40 pounds
- Sitting
- Pushing/Pulling up to 40 pounds
- Bending/Stooping
- Reaching above shoulder
Occasionally (approximately 1-2 times a month)
- Walking (Variable surfaces)
- Kneeling
Rarely (1-5 times a year)
- Lifting 40 pounds
- Climbing stepstools
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
All applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race color religion sex gender identity sexual orientation national origin age disability protected veteran status or other protected class in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. Any applicant requiring an accommodation should contact the Mid-Continent Public Library Human Resources Department at 816.836.5200.
Applicants will be considered for employment opportunities on the merits of their skills and experience related to the position sought. Employment offers are conditional upon submitting a criminal records check identity verification and national sex offender registry check. Applicants will not be denied employment solely or in part because of a prior conviction unless MCPL determines the conviction is job-related. If a background check yields information that is of concern to MCPL the applicant will be given an opportunity to review the background check findings and present information regarding inaccuracy mitigating circumstances and rehabilitation. Required Experience:
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About Company
Mid-Continent Public Library is a consolidated library district and tax-supported political subdivision that serves nearly 800,000 people in the greater Kansas City metro area. The Library is governed by a 12-member Board of Trustees, which includes four representatives from each of t ... View more
