Venue Sustainability Crew Member [Hartford]

Live Nation is hiring a Venue Sustainability Coordinator in Hartford, CT, to enhance sustainability programs at the Xfinity Center. This part-time, seasonal role involves training staff, overseeing waste management, and collaborating with various departments to promote sustainability. Responsibilities include managing recycling efforts, reporting on program metrics, and engaging with venue staff. The position requires on-site presence during events and is part of a vibrant work culture focused on live music.
Live Nation's US Concerts Division is where tours are born, artists come to life, and fans get to experience the rush of live music. From our dozens of owned/operated Amphitheaters to our Global Touring team, from Ticketing and Venue Operations to Marketing and Sales... we foster a fun and upbeat work culture with no shortage of opportunities. With perks ranging from free concert tickets to dog-friendly offices, to progressive benefits like student loan reimbursement and adoption/fertility support... it's no wonder we are certified as a Great Place to Work organization and one of People Magazine's ''50 Companies that Care''. We want everyone to feel like they belong and can thrive in our community, so we strive to help you achieve your career and personal goals. Live music is our passion and where we find our common ground. There has never been a better time to join Live Nation.

THE GIG

US Concerts is seeking a Venue Sustainability Coordinator. Xfinity Center is seeking a Venue Sustainability Coordinator to help us take our sustainability programs to the next level. This role will provide administrative and executional support to drive effective and successful implementation of venue sustainability programs. This position will operate under the guidance of Live Nation's national Sustainability Team but will report directly to the Venue Operations Manager and be part of the venue operations team. This is a seasonal, part-time position. Hours per week will vary depending on show schedule and business needs at the time.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Training & Engagement:

• Participate in pre-season orientation with Live Nation's national Sustainability Team

• Participate and help lead pre-season venue training sessions relevant to sustainability

• Work with venue leaders to relay pertinent day of show information during pre-shift meetings

• Work with departments such as concessions, backstage/production, and cleaning/maintenance to incorporate sustainability into their operations

• Collaborate with the Marketing Lead to regularly share venue sustainability updates on all social channels

• Work with the Experience Manager to identify and reward Band Members for going above the norm in their contributions to venue zero waste goals

• Continuously seek out opportunities that help build enthusiasm and participation for venue sustainability efforts

• Provide regular updates to entire venue staff to share progress, recognize employees, and identify areas of improvement

• Zero Waste Planning & Execution:

• Oversee and assist the post-show sorting process of all recycling, composting, and landfill materials which will take place in an outdoor covered area

• Work with venue leaders to design a comprehensive zero waste plan for your venue and assist specific departments with their diversion efforts

• Be present on show days to manage and ensure compliance and quality control of zero waste plan

• Use event day checklist to assess readiness for show and adjust as necessary

• Identify key opportunities to improve diversion efforts throughout the season

• Reporting and Data Collection:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Drive, and Box programs to track and report on key program metrics

• Use metrics to create engaging venue reports that can be shared venue-wide

• Complete the Venue Audit assessment

• Participate in weekly progress calls with National Sustainability Team

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Position on show days requires about 90% of the time spent walking, bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and carrying 50 lbs+ with about 50% of that time spent helping/overseeing the sort of materials

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• At least 1 year in a leadership position in one of the following: operations/event coordination, Guest Services and communications, event or campus sustainability/zero waste events

• Creative thinker and problem solver

• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

• Acute sense of judgment, tact and diplomacy

• A strong sense of teamwork and ability to execute programs

• Time management and the ability to excel in an unstructured environment

If the above description sounds like you and fits your background, apply today!

Applicants for employment in the US must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.

Note: Posting is subject to change so please refer to career site for latest availability (SBJ-G337).