Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners
SOC Code: 13-1121 Job Zone 4: Considerable Preparation Needed
Coordinate activities of staff, convention personnel, or clients to make arrangements for group meetings, events, or conventions.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland-South Portland, ME | $67,496 | $87,318 | $107,162 | $126,984 |
| Lewiston-Auburn, ME | $57,762 | $80,725 | $103,709 | $126,672 |
| Northeast Maine nonmetropolitan area | $53,664 | $77,334 | $100,984 | $124,654 |
| Bangor, ME | $53,664 | $77,334 | $100,984 | $124,654 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $54,933 | $75,130 | $95,306 | $115,502 |
| New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $52,062 | $72,197 | $92,352 | $112,486 |
| Kahului-Wailuku, HI | $55,994 | $71,094 | $86,216 | $101,317 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $54,434 | $70,034 | $85,654 | $101,254 |
| Merced, CA | $47,174 | $64,896 | $82,597 | $100,318 |
| Fort Collins-Loveland, CO | $40,997 | $59,176 | $77,355 | $95,534 |
H-1B Filing Data
Top H-1B Employers
| Employer | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Compass Group USA, Inc. | 11 | $46,185 |
| FWC2026 US, Inc. | 8 | $159,200 |
| Tianyu Arts & Culture, Inc. | 6 | $65,033 |
| Carefirst Rehab, LLC | 5 | $35,826 |
| Events by Executive Caterers Inc | 5 | $50,803 |
| Mid-American Athletic Conference, Inc. | 3 | $46,529 |
| NMK, INC. | 3 | $111,667 |
| Fine Hospitality LLC | 3 | $43,188 |
| Hole in the Wall 626 1st Ave LLC | 3 | $67,667 |
| MDM Brickell Hotel Group Ltd. | 3 | $58,333 |
Filing Trend
| Year | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 12 | $78,924 |
| 2021 | 19 | $80,151 |
| 2022 | 24 | $76,458 |
| 2023 | 48 | $63,701 |
| 2024 | 93 | $67,959 |
| 2025 | 122 | $74,955 |
| 2026 | 17 | $73,663 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Speaking | 4.0 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 4.0 | |
| Active Listening | 4.0 | |
| Service Orientation | 3.9 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.9 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 3.9 | |
| Coordination | 3.9 | |
| Time Management | 3.8 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.6 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.6 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Customer and Personal Service | 4.3 |
| English Language | 4.2 |
| Communications and Media | 3.7 |
| Administrative | 3.5 |
| Administration and Management | 3.4 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.3 |
| Public Safety and Security | 3.1 |
| Law and Government | 3.0 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 40.8% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 37.2% |
| High school diploma | 7.8% |
| Associate's degree | 7.5% |
| Some college | 6.6% |
Typical Tasks
- Consult with customers to determine objectives and requirements for events, such as meetings, conferences, and conventions.
- Monitor event activities to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and laws, satisfaction of participants, and resolution of any problems that arise.
- Confer with staff at a chosen event site to coordinate details.
- Review event bills for accuracy and approve payment.
- Plan and develop programs, agendas, budgets, and services according to customer requirements.
- Coordinate services for events, such as accommodation and transportation for participants, facilities, catering, signage, displays, special needs requirements, printing and event security.
- Arrange the availability of audio-visual equipment, transportation, displays, and other event needs.
- Inspect event facilities to ensure that they conform to customer requirements.
Technology Skills
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