Events Coordinator

• Curate unique and engaging special events that meet department revenue goals for the Park, including but not limited to markets, holiday events, themed events, wellness events, and special programming at the rink and boathouse.
• Secure and coordinate all appropriate permits, licensing and other required local municipal approvals prior to event occurrence; manage material and signage needed for event presentation.
• Create and adhere to project timelines for special events and programs; monitor progress of event and program registration, sales, and revenue goals; work with the Director of Events to adjust plans and strategy as necessary to meet the Park’s mission and goals.
• Serve as the main point of contact and develop relationships with local vendors including, but not limited to, food/alcohol vendors, local businesses, and community organizations.
• Manage the vendor booking system, coordinate vendor scheduling, and oversee vendor budget and revenue.
• Assist with on-site event set-up, production, tear down, and follow up processes for events as necessary.
• Collaborate cross-functionally between departments, vendors, and staff members.
• Communicate with marketing team to create effective advertisements for each event.
• High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Hospitality Management, Public Relations, or Entertainment Business is preferred.
• Ability to organize, execute, and assess events and programs.
• Prefer 2+ years of experience in events and programming.

Additional Job Requirements

• Background Check Clearance
• Driver’s License

Work Environment Some locations visited during the course of executing job duties may not be wheelchair accessible; a moderate proportion of the job will be spent outside in various weather conditions.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to walk from office building to Park facility and to parking lot (Terrain may be uneven).
• Must be able to climb stairs.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, lift, and carry objects weighing up to 30 pounds.
• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods.

The qualifications, physical demands, and work environment described herein are represenatative of those an employee will encounter and must meet to perform the essential functions of this job. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.

Park Management Company, Inc., Myriad Gardens Foundation, and Scissortail Park Foundation are Equal Opportunity employers, committed to providing a work environment and employment opportunities free from discrimination. Hiring, promotion, training, personnel and all other policies are created and maintained in accordance with individual job-related qualifications and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Park Management Company, Inc., Myriad Gardens Foundation, and Scissortail Park Foundation supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application, interview, or hiring process, please notify Human Resources to make arrangements.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Events management: 1 year (Preferred)
• Event planning: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person