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SPECIAL EVENTS COORDINATOR

Job Code: 4827
Pay Grade: 014

FLSA Status: Exempt 

General Functions
   Responsible for the creation and coordination of countywide special events and sponsorship opportunities. Work involves performing professional countywide special event and special project coordination. This position will have responsibility for assigned activities and staff.

Work is performed with independence under the general supervision of a Program Manager. Performance is reviewed through observations, conferences, reports and results achieved.
 
Representative Duties /Assignments
   Duties may vary based on assignment:

  • Creates and coordinates special events.
  • Supervises volunteer and staff as required for community events.
  • Confers with professional staff to identify needed support.
  • Documents and tracks donations, gifts, budgeted expenses, attendance and other related items. May solicit or pick-up donations.
  • Collaborates with internal departments and outside agencies.
  • Coordinates holiday activities and other community events year round.
  • Participates in community outreach events.
  • Directs volunteers, tutors and mentorship programs.
  • Conducts public relations activities for the youth services programs.
  • Other related duties as assigned.


Parks & Recreation - Additional Responsibilities

  • Performs supervisory responsibilities to include disciplining, training, counseling, and evaluating assigned staff.
  • Manages rental, setup, and delivery of special event equipment including mobile stages, inflatable amusements, heavy equipment and rolling stock in excess of 10,000 lbs and with airbrakes.
  • Responsible for revenue collection, reporting, and securing necessary insurances.
  • Performs duties associated with maintenance and distribution of equipment and event supplies in a warehouse environment. On site event support includes work in extreme and inclement weather conditions.
 
Minimum Qualifications
   Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and two years of experience in the development and administration of special events and promotional programs; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

May be required to obtain a valid State of Florida Class "A" Commercial Driver's License within 90 days of hire or promotion.
 
Preferences
   Experience with developing community relations.

Knowledgeable in Microsoft Word and Excel.


3/29/2017