Event Planning Specialist

Job Listing ID:

4488123

Job Title:

Event Planning Specialist Application Deadline:

Open Until Filled

Job Location:

Salem

Date Posted:

05/07/2026

Hours Worked Per Week:

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Either Full or Part Time, more than 6 months You may contact this employer directly. (Obtain the contact information to print or add to your jobs.)

Job Summary:

Job Description Summary Requires working knowledge of theories, principles, and concepts related to event planning and applies general knowledge of business and industry practices. Understands key business drivers and builds knowledge of the company, processes, systems, and internal stakeholders. Under a moderate level of guidance, primarily supports senior Event and Attendee Managers by assisting with the planning and execution of company-hosted internal events and external client-facing events, with additional support for trade shows as needed. Responsible for coordinating administrative and logistical components of events, including vendor onboarding, contract processing, payment coordination, on-site registration and event logistics support. Researches venues and vendors, prepares recommendations, and supports event logistics such as amenities, off-site functions, and team-building activities. Plans and prioritizes own work, adjusts efforts to meet deadlines, and contributes to overall team and company objectives through individual support efforts. Regular travel is required (approximately 50%). About the Role The Trade Show & Event Planning Specialist serves in a support role to senior Event and Attendee Managers, assisting primarily with the execution of company-hosted internal events and external client-facing events, and secondarily supporting trade shows. This role focuses on operational coordination, administrative execution, and logistical support to ensure events are delivered efficiently and in alignment with company standards. The Specialist may act as the lead planner for smaller Tier 3 events while continuing to support larger initiatives under the direction of senior team members. This position plays a critical role in maintaining execution quality, operational accuracy, and a consistent attendee experience across the events portfolio. Responsibilities Support senior Event Managers in the planning and execution of company-hosted internal events and external client-facing events; provide additional support for trade shows as needed. Serve as lead planner for smaller Tier 3 events, managing logistics from planning through on-site execution. Assist with researching and sourcing event venues, vendors, gifting, branding, etc.; develop summaries and presentation materials for internal review. Coordinate administrative event functions including vendor onboarding, contract processing, and payment tracking in accordance with internal policies and timelines. Support registration setup, attendee communications, and on-site registration using event management platforms. Review and cross-check attendee manifests, registration data, and hotel rooming lists for accuracy and completeness. Coordinate event logistics such as transportation, shipping, setup, tear-down, and on-site operations; travel onsite for events as required. Support Event Managers and Attendee Managers across all event phases, providing flexible and general event support as needed. Assist with budget tracking and reporting, identifying discrepancies or issues for escalation to senior team members. Collect and organize post-event feedback and assist with reporting and evaluations. Facilitate communication among internal teams, vendors, and event partners to support seamless execution.

Skills & Qualifications Experience:

minimum of 5 years of experience in event planning, event operations, or event coordination roles.

Event & Registration Tools:

Proficiency with event management, registration, and budgeting tools, with a strong emphasis on Cvent.

Event Operations Support:

Understanding of operational workflows supporting internal...

Job Classification:

Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners Access our statewide or regional occupation report for more information about wages, employment outlooks, skills, training programs, related occupations, and more. Compensation

Salary:

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Experience Required:

 See Job Summary

Education Required:

None

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