2972 Licensed Practical jobs in Ashburn,VA

Education: Any combination of education, experience and training equivalent to graduation from an accredited college/university with a bachelor's degree in the hospitality industry, public relations, or closely related field.
Physical: Non-manual work with strength and dexterity necessary to perform all required tasks, including lifting, stooping, bending, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Will lift and move banquet tables and chairs; will climb ladders.
Experience: Three years of progressively responsible experience as special events coordinator, or any equivalent combination of education, training, or experience which provides:
Ability to work a flexible schedule including most weekends and evenings.
Ability to perform routine custodial duties such as cleaning restrooms, stocking supplies, sweeping floors, and helping with the preparation and clean-up of special events.
Knowledge of principles, methods, and practices involved in event facility management.
Knowledge of marketing principles and techniques with ability to develop and implement promotional plans including reservation practices and procedures.
Knowledge and experience in personnel management.
Ability to develop comprehensive operating procedures and performance standards and to evaluate programs and employees against such standards.
Ability to review and analyze expenditures and revenues in determining appropriate budgets.
Considerable ability to identify and isolate problems and to initiate appropriate actions.
Considerable ability to deal effectively with the public and special interest groups, and to provide a strong positive public relations program; with considerable ability to interpret and explain NOVA Parks policies, rules, and procedures to employees and to the public.
Considerable ability to communicate clearly and effectively with ability to prepare and present accurate reports.
Working knowledge of personal computers and various software applications.
Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain driver's license with safe driving record.
Ability to obtain food service certification.
Certification or ability to obtain certification in CPR and First Aid.
Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the position.