What are the responsibilities and job description for the Barn Coordinator position at TEGNA Inc.?
The KARE 11 Barn at the Minnesota State Fair is a destination for many attendees to watch a live newscast or band, meet their favorite anchors, press a penny, get a drink, or just rest their feet for a few minutes. The Barn is a busy place, and the role of the Barn Coordinator is to make sure that everyone is having a good experience and that KARE 11’s area is safe and presentable. Ideally, the Barn Coordinator has previous experience working at the KARE 11 Barn, or at minimum, has hospitality experience. This is a temporary, part-time position.
Responsibilities:
- Help to maintain the KARE 11 Barn at the Minnesota State Fair
- Assist with activations, community involvement activities, local programming and newscasts (set up, take down, errands, etc.)
- General organization and clean-up to keep the Barn looking top notch for our guests
- Replenish supplies and assist with giveaways in the KARE 11 Barn
- Work with security to provide oversight and safety awareness for people who visit and our KARE 11 Team
Requirements:
- Strong communication, organization and interpersonal skills
- Enthusiasm for the State Fair and the KARE 11 Barn
- 1-3 years of customer-facing service in a consumer oriented business