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Event/Program Services Manager

Employer
CITY OF VIRGINIA MN
Location
Virginia, Minnesota
Salary
65,500/annually
Start date
May 12, 2021
Closing date
Jun 11, 2021

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Job Details

As the City of Virginia, MN enters the final stages of construction of the 144,000 sq. ft. Miners Event and Convention Center, often referred to as the MECC, we are beginning our search for qualified applicants for the newly created position of EVENT/PROGRAM SERVICES MANAGER.

The new MECC will be a game changing facility in Virginia and the region; not only providing an upgrade in the hockey and ice sport facilities but also a state of the art convention center and meeting space, as well as fitness facilities for the health and wellness of the community.  For more information on the facility, visit www.meccmn.com

The Event/Program Services Manager is responsible for managing, directing, planning, evaluating, organizing the setup and execution of meetings, events, and programs at the MECC. This managerial position will serve as a key resource to provide a positive guest experience that drives business growth for the MECC facility and Park/Recreation department. Successful candidate will ensure that profit/revenue goals are established and achieved and standards of quality and service are maintained.  The position will also assist in developing occupancy and revenue-maximizing strategies for the facility through forecasting, report analysis, labor and cost controls and competitive research. 

This is a full time position with hours of work to include many evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by facility schedule.  The City offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits and pension.

Visit www.virginiamn.us/employment for an Event/Program Services Manager Application Packet which includes the full job description and City job application form.   

Please return your resume attached to the completed City of Virginia Job Application to HR@virginiamn.us or by mail to: City of Virginia, ATTN: HR, 327 1st Street South, Virginia MN 55792.  Application deadline is 4:00 pm on Friday, June 11, 2021.

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City of Virginia, MN is located in St. Louis County in northeastern Minnesota, approximately 200 miles north of the Minneapolis/Saint Paul metropolitan area and 60 miles north of the City of Duluth.    Within the City there was 

The City's economy is affected by its location on the edge of Superior National Forest and its proximity to Voyageur's National Park and the Boundary Waters Canoe Area, which attract a large tourist population.  The City works with Iron Range Resources (“IRR”) to improve the local economy through the development and improvement of local tourist attractions.  The City also serves as a regional trade center, enjoying strong retail business, as well as increased growth in small industry. 

The City has a Mayor-Council form of government, with all powers of the City vested in the Council.  The Mayor is elected to serve a four-year term of office, while the six Council members serve overlapping four-year terms.  

Company info
Website
Telephone
218-748-7500
Location
327 1st Street South
Virginia
MN
55705
US

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