SCI
Event Planner
SCI, Loveland, Colorado, United States, 80538
**Career Site Update**We are pleased to announce that we have updated our applicant tracking system to Workday Recruiting. Returning applicants with an iCIMS profile must create a new Candidate Home in Workday. All current associates must apply through My Career on your Workday homepage. For additional information,**Event Planner | SCI Jobs****Join Our Talent Community - Funeral Director Interest****SCI Shared Resources, LLC Event Planner Loveland , Colorado**All current associates must apply through "My Career" on your Workday HomepageOur associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates.Consider the possibilities of joining a Great Place to Work!Responsible for planning and implementing detailed events within a few days. Plans, schedules resources and vendors, and implements event plans supporting funeral services, visitation, and receptions in accordance with the familys wishes and contract. Communicates instructions, expectations, budgets, and deadlines to vendors and support staff.**JOB RESPONSIBILITIES****Event Planning*** Plans Events by reviewing contract and discussing with Funeral Director for clarification* Schedules internal resources including but not limited to facility space adequate for event size, equipment, tables, chairs, podiums, decorations, vehicles, drivers, and Attendants* Contacts and schedules vendors communicating expectations, budget, and timeline* Manages Services Arrangements implementation (visitation, funeral, reception, or graveside) per contractual arrangements* Obtains and inspects vendor products and addresses issues* Communicates instructions to support staff for set-up, work assignments during events, and clean-up* Working along with support staff, also sets-up arrangements and may assist with event support* Available during events to resolve issues* Responsible for events to meet or exceed the familys wishes* Performs a variety of event planning duties such as ordering of memorabilia, stationary, scanning photos, coordinating the development of electronic presentations, music, or drafting obituaries**Administration*** Working with Corporate Products, sources local vendors for catering, flowers, and other local service products* Obtains pricing and ensures inspections are compliant and business practices are in good standing* Develops catering menus* Collaborating with Corporate Products follows guidance for vendor contract & pricing approval* Maintains vendor Key Performance Indicators and metrics regarding contract compliance* Develops and maintains Event Playbook including event plans, KPIs, and lessons learned* Documents areas for improvement and reviews with manager to implement enhancements* Additional responsibilities as requested or assigned**MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS****Education*** Associates degree in hospitality, event planning, or related discipline required. Two (2) years of event planning experience may be considered in lieu of degree.**Experience*** At least one (1) year event planning or catering experience is strongly preferred**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities*** Computer literate and proficient with MS Office* Ability to use proprietary software in the administration of responsibilities**Work conditions****Work Environment*** Work is primarily indoors, also includes working outdoors during all seasons and weather* Professional attire required when in contact with families**Work Postures*** Frequent continuous period of time sitting or standing up to 6 hours per day* frequently climbing stairs to access buildings**Work Physical Demands*** Physical effort requiring manual dexterity is required, includes paperwork, calculators, computers and phone usage**Work Hours*** Flexibility of availability is a requirement* Standards hours include nights and weekends, when the majority of Services occur* Typically, less than 20 hours a week is worked M-F 8am-5pm* Limited amount of local and/or multiple location travel requiredCompensation:$17.00 - $23.00BenefitsMedical*Dental*Vision*Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)*Health Savings Account with Company Contribution*Sick Leave*Short-Term Disability*Long-Term Disability*Life Insurance*Voluntary Accidental Death or Dismemberment Insurance*Dependent Life Insurance*SCI 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company match*Employee Assistance ProgramPostal Code: 80538Category (Portal Searching): Administration and ClericalJob Location: US-CO - Loveland**Req ID:** Req.106562**Position Type:** Full timeWho We Are.We are a company committed to supporting families at difficult times. Nowhere will you find a group of caregivers and teams more passionate about the work they do or more invested in the well-being of the families they serve.The Dignity Memorial name is a symbol of trust and a mark of excellence. As the largest provider of funeral, cemetery and cremation services in North America, we're dedicated to celebrating the life and legacy of every loved one with professionalism, compassion and attention to detail that is second to none.We are a company committed to supporting families at difficult times. Nowhere will you find a group of caregivers and teams more passionate about the work they do or more invested in the well-being of the families they serve.The Dignity Memorial name is a symbol of trust and a mark of excellence. As the largest provider of funeral, cemetery and cremation services in North America, we're dedicated to celebrating the life and legacy of every loved one with professionalism, compassion and attention to detail that is second to none.*"SCI refers to Service Corporation International and its affiliates.***Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V**SCI Shared Resources, LLC is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process.On request, we will seek to provide appropriate accessibility options to all applicants with disabilities.**Current Search Criteria**