Event Staff | Salesforce Connections 2026

Location: Event-based / On-siteEvent Location: McCormick Place | Chicago, IllEvent Dates: June 3-4Schedule: Full availability required for all event datesDress Code: All Black Business CasualPay Rate: TBD: Competitive hourly pay 

Fierce Staffing Services is seeking polished, adaptable, and experienced event professionals to support Salesforce Connections 2026 at McCormick Place in Chicago.NOTE: Virtual Interview MUST be completed to be considered for this position. ( Check your SPAM for the interview invitation email.)

This is a high-visibility corporate conference environment with large attendance, multiple staffing agencies, shifting priorities, and a fast-paced operational cadence. Salesforce Connections serves as a major pre-Dreamforce event and is executed with a high level of scrutiny. Team members hired for this assignment must be able to think clearly, remain professional under pressure, and adapt quickly as event needs evolve in real time.

This is not a casual event staffing role. We are looking for strong professionals who can step into a dynamic environment, take direction, solve problems, and represent Fierce Staffing with excellence.Fierce Staffing is committed to creating meaningful opportunities for people of color and disenfranchised communities while delivering high-level staffing support for premier events across the country. We partner with brands, organizations, and clients who expect professionalism, reliability, and excellence in execution. Our team is built on service, accountability, and the belief that great events are powered by great people.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide professional, guest-facing support in a high-volume conference environment
• Greet attendees, answer questions, and support wayfinding throughout the venue
• Assist with badge scanning, session check-in, and crowd flow management
• Support sponsor activations, VIP areas, and premium attendee experiences
• Follow direction from Fierce leadership and designated event supervisors
• Remain flexible and ready to shift between assignments based on onsite needs
• Communicate clearly and escalate questions or issues through the proper chain of command
• Maintain professionalism, composure, and strong judgment in a fast-moving environment
• Arrive on time, in proper attire, and ready to work in a highly visible client-facing setting

Qualifications

• We are looking for candidates who are:
• Highly adaptable
• Strong communicators
• Calm under pressure
• Professional in corporate environments
• Comfortable working in ambiguity
• Team-oriented and solution-focused
• Able to stay composed and effective when plans change quickly.
• Previous event staffing, conference, hospitality, or guest services experience preferred
• Strong customer service and communication skills required
• Comfortable standing and walking for extended periods
• Able to work in crowded, high-energy event environments
• Must be flexible and open to shifting responsibilities onsite
• Must be dependable, punctual, and prepared to work in a high-expectation environment

Schedule & Availability

• Virtual Training: Options May 6th and May 9th. 
• Onsite Training: Will be Required. ( Date provided at onboarding)
• Event Dates: Wednesday Jun 3rd - Thursday June 4th
• Shifts will be available once onboarding and training is complete. 
• Open availability during these dates is strongly preferred.
• Exact training times and shift schedules will be provided closer to the event.

Attire:

• All-black business casual attire with comfortable closed-toe shoes.

• Branded gear may be provided.

Perks

• Support a high-profile national conference with a premier client ecosystem
• Gain experience in a major corporate event environment
• Position yourself for future large-scale assignments.
• Join a mission-driven organization committed to empowering underrepresented communities while delivering exceptional event experiences
• Join Fierce Staffing and help execute an event where professionalism, adaptability, and operational excellence matter.

• Eligible for future opportunities, rewards, and incentives with Fierce Staffing nationwide.

About Us

Fierce Staffing Services LLC is a woman- and minority-owned business bringing quality talent to the hospitality and events industry since 2017. We specialize in providing professional, energetic individuals who bring events to life through meaningful interactions.

Our mission is to create flexible, well-paying opportunities for individuals seeking extra income, professional experience, or simply the chance to be part of major cultural moments. Whether you’re pursuing career growth or just want to have fun at an iconic event, we welcome you to join the Fierce team.

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