Assistant Lifestyle Director Position Available In Lee, Florida

Assistant Lifestyle Director Confidential Fort Myers, FL 33907 We are currently looking for a competent Assistant Lifestyle Director who will report to and support the Lifestyle Director in departmental planning and monitoring progress. This person will work to enhance productivity and ensure compliance with rules and regulations. The Assistant Lifestyle Director needs to be well-versed in performance, will host events, display good judgement, and be competent in assuming delegated duties. We offer health/dental/vision benefits after 90-days. We are a drug-free workplace.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Schedules event preparation, event function, and cleanup with the Lifestyle Director. Works with the Lifestyle Committee Chairperson and Board Liaison with input to plan and execute social events. Plans, coordinates, and implements all association-funded events and/or shows including, but not limited to, budgeting for the activity, ticket sales, scheduling room use, facilitating preparations (setup, execution, and break down and procurement of all supplies needed for the activity). Attends all events as directed by the Lifestyle Director including shows that are funded and supported by the association. Attends other shows and events as needed to be coordinated within the department. Meets and works with vendors, contractors, and attends local CAI functions to preview events for possible presentation to the community. Assists the Lifestyle Director in selecting events and classes for the year. Must be comfortable speaking in front of crowds in the absence of the Lifestyle Director and introducing events. Works within the department to publish social calendar for distribution both electronically and with the community’s newsletter. Negotiates necessary contracts as delegated by the Lifestyle Director relating to the presentation of shows, workshops, classes, and other forms of entertainment. Creates printed information for distribution including performer bios, show synopses or itineraries for events, and posters and flyers advertising events and classes. Maintains complete and current files for all events including copies of all event-related items, i.e., performer bios and show synopses; contracts; flyers; tickets; ticket sale-related information; itineraries; critiques and recommendations, etc. Maintains accurate financial records relating to all events including submitting check and petty cash requests for event expenditures, balancing checks with ticket sales, completing deposit slips and making deposits, tallying total costs and sales for submitting sales and usage taxes. Maintains accurate financial record relating to events and delegated tasks. Works within the department to update the community access channel. Prepares a report to be included in the various management reports. Prepares articles for various association publications including eblasts. Serves as management representative to the Lifestyle Committee, working with the Lifestyle Director. Drives the association bus in the absence of the bus driver. Ensures all safety precautions are followed while performing duties. Oversees the Lifestyle Department in the absence of the Lifestyle Director. Oversees the operation of sound system. Provides any assistance with the newsletter and community channel if needed. Other related duties as required or requested. Abide by all current stated policies and procedures of the association.

EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalency required along with three (3) to five (5) years of business experience including event planning and/or associate degree in business or hospitality, and one (1) year of supervisory experience or equivalent combination of training and experience. A valid Florida Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a “safe driver” record is required. Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills required. Effective written and verbal communication. Must have general knowledge of recreational equipment and its operation, audio/visual equipment, and recreational/event management software such as NorthStar. Intermediate command of computer hardware/software is required; specifically, knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Outlook. Experience in maintaining a website is desired, and food and beverage (ordering/inventory) experience is a plus. Flexibility in scheduling, to include some evenings, weekends, and holidays is a must.

SALARY COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE.

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday Application Question(s): Do you have 3 to 5 years of business experience including event planning and/or associate degree in business or hospitality?

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Business planning: 3 years (Required) hospitality: 3 years (Required) supervising: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

FL Commercial Driver’s License with a safe driver record (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Fort Myers, FL 33907 (Required)

Work Location:

In person