Events Specialist

Overview

Events Specialist — Foundation/Development

Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) is a leading, non-profit healthcare organization, dedicated to improving the health and well-being of our community. With a history dating back to 1898, LMHS remains a cornerstone of healthcare excellence, catering to the evolving needs of Licking County. Our facility provides a comprehensive spectrum of patient care services, from life-saving emergency medicine to home healthcare, with specialized medical services including cancer, heart health, maternity, and mental wellness.

Performs event planning and administrative duties for the Development Department.

• Plans and prepares for events, coordinating details with facilities and vendors; requests menus, orders flowers, creates room setups, generates publicity and printed materials, maintains attendance lists, and stages/de-stages supplies.
• Some evenings, mornings, weekends, and occasional 12-hour days.
• Prepares correspondence, reports, memorandums, agendas, minutes, forms, tables, etc. for various meetings in coordination with event planning.
• Researches gifts, giveaways, favors and prizes for events.
• Creates, maintains, and manages databases, including preparation of mailing lists for events and mail program audits for several groups.
• Updates and maintains checklists and processes for all events.
• Maintains, organizes, and tracks inventory of supplies and giveaway items in storage areas.
• Completes all aspects of medals, trophies, and award artwork and ordering as needed for events.
• Serves as liaison to various outside organizations to host meetings, with responsibilities for scheduling, room reservations, and room setup requests.
• Collects and reports data.
• Prepares event budgets and tracks expenses accordingly.
• Answers telephone and assists callers.
• Completes all Web Ed requirements as assigned.
• Ensures that personal performance reflects the Mission, Vision and Standards of Behavior and Departmental Goals.
• Provides coverage for other staff as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Minimum requirement: two years of experience and high school diploma/GED
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written
• Advanced computer skills
• Ability to prioritize and organize work effectively
• Exercise discretion, judgment and initiative
• Ability to work independently
• LMH is accredited by DNV and TJC, and may require specific annual education related to specialty certifications and standards

Licking Memorial Health Systems is an equal opportunity employer and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. LMHS does not discriminate against applicants because of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.