Part Time Event Coordinator/Cashier $11.50/hr - Weekend availability required

Michaels is the largest arts and crafts retail chain in North America, operating over 1,300 stores across 49 states and Canada in addition to its online platforms Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels offers an extensive range of products that inspire creativity and artistic expression for customers of all ages and skill levels. Michaels also owns Artistree, a custom framing and specialty framing merchandise manufacturer, and MakerPlace by Michaels, a marketplace dedicated to handmade goods. The company prides itself on being the best place for all things creative, aiming to fuel the joy of creativity for its customers and team members alike. With a strong focus on customer experience and community engagement, Michaels fosters an inclusive environment for artists, crafters, and creative hobbyists to shop, learn, and grow. Michaels values its team members by offering robust benefits, including comprehensive health insurance, paid time off, tuition assistance, and generous employee discounts, which reflect its commitment to the well-being of both full-time and part-time employees. The role of Event Coordinator at Michaels in Dayton-Miamisburg, Ohio, is an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about creativity, event management, and customer service. This position focuses on planning, coordinating, and facilitating various events within the Michaels store, including children’s birthday parties and craft classes, designed to provide a stress-free, fun, and engaging experience for guests of all ages. The Event Coordinator is responsible for delivering friendly customer service, assisting shoppers with product location and recommendations, and ensuring a fast, efficient checkout experience. Additionally, operational duties such as merchandise stocking, truck unloading, and maintaining store recovery standards are integral to this role, supporting the overall brand promises of Michaels. The coordinator will engage with diverse clients, ranging from young children to senior adults, by creating an environment that encourages fun and creativity. Responsibilities include demonstrating and instructing craft projects, performing face painting, managing party add-ons like goody bags and balloons, and communicating effectively with clients and the store team to ensure seamless event execution. Administrative tasks, including answering emails, making phone calls, and completing paperwork, are essential to maintaining strong client relationships and adapting event plans based on client feedback. The position also involves upholding cleanliness and safety standards before, during, and after each event. This role requires energetic and enthusiastic individuals who can handle job stress while interacting professionally and positively with guests and co-workers. Candidates must possess excellent people skills, experience working with children and events, and strong communication and organizational abilities. The physical demands include standing for long periods, moving throughout the store, lifting heavy boxes, and using ladders for high shelves, all within a public retail environment that includes some climate-controlled areas and some that are not. The work schedule may include nights, weekends, and early mornings. Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to full inclusion and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Team members are encouraged to contribute to the company’s vision and values by promoting a positive image and serving as role models within the store environment. This position offers an excellent platform for creativity, customer engagement, and professional development within a supportive and dynamic retail setting.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• ability to remain standing for long periods
• ability to move throughout the store
• capability to bend, lift, carry, reach, and stretch regularly
• ability to lift heavy boxes and access high shelves using ladders
• experience with customer interaction in a retail environment
• ability to work nights, weekends, and early mornings
• comply with federal, state, and local legal employment requirements
• willingness to engage in interactive process for reasonable accommodations if needed