Hospitality & Events Specialist

About the role

A Hospitality & Events Specialist at Canandaigua National Bank & Trust supports events and programs that further the mission of Canandaigua National Corporation (CNC). This role involves working closely with a variety of people in a fast-paced, team-oriented, highly visible environment. The specialist coordinates all aspects of event planning for a wide range of events hosted by CNC and its affiliates.

Responsibilities

• Assists with all aspects of events, including scheduling, planning meetings, reserving rooms, securing vendors, placing IT and Facilities requests, requesting lists, invites and materials, recording expenses, submitting invoices, set up/take down, staff check-in table, etc.
• Develops, communicates, and implements a timeline for each event, often working with internal and external resources, vendors, etc.
• Ensures timeline is communicated with all involved and is met.
• Ensures time and cost-efficient processes are utilized throughout the event life cycle.
• Works closely with the Hospitality & Events Planner to develop and maintain an on-going events calendar that outlines any recurring or newly requested events for all lines of business.
• Processes Event Request Forms.
• Attends and oversees event happenings and acts quickly to resolve problems.
• Triages competing demands by analyzing, prioritizing, and responding to issues as appropriate.
• Represents CNC at numerous functions.
• Manages relationships with vendors and various venues.
• Assists with coordination work within the event planning team and engages with team members within other departments as needed.
• Responds to inquiries or requests for information, maintains appropriate records, and provides assigned reports.

Requirements

• A B.S. or B.A. degree in Communications, Marketing, or Business-related field normally required; specialized corporate communications education/training.
• A minimum of three (3) years' experience in related positions normally required.
• Knowledge of the bank’s products and services is desired.
• Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency with a PC and associated programs (such as Microsoft Office).
• Proficiency in implementing event planning strategies.
• Familiarity with audio/visual equipment and presentation programs.

Qualifications

• Schedule flexibly, as this position may require occasional mornings, evenings and weekends.

Skills

• Event planning strategies
• Audio/visual equipment and presentation programs
• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• PC proficiency
• Time management

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA options for both part-time and full-time employees.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Retail benefits that include a 401(k), Profit Sharing, and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Training & development opportunities.
• Tuition assistance.
• Community focused volunteer opportunities.
• Award winning wellness program that promotes a solid work/life balance.
• Banking perks and discount programs.

Pay

The compensation range is $25.25 - $30.25 per hour. The actual salary offered within the range is dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, qualifications, skills, level offered, and performance expectations.

Schedule

Schedule flexibly, as this position may require occasional mornings, evenings and weekends.