Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Exact $72,718.00
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
short-term disability
Tuition Reimbursement
wellness programs
Deferred compensation plan (457B)
Pension Plan
Flexible spending account
Home purchase assistance
Paid holidays
Job Description
The City of Savannah Special Events, Film & Tourism Department is a dynamic municipal government entity dedicated to fostering community engagement, economic growth, and cultural vibrancy within Savannah, Georgia. This department plays a critical role in supporting the city's dynamic social fabric by managing special events, film projects, and tourism activities that showcase Savannah’s rich history and competitive business environment. With an eye toward innovation and excellence, the department facilitates projects and policies that enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors alike while promoting tourism and local business development.
Currently, the City of Savannah is seeking a Nightlife Program Manager to join its Special Events, Film & Tourism team. This is a full-time position located at 1 Waring Drive / Barnard Street, offering excellent compensation paired with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and supplemental life insurances, short-term disability, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, pension plans, flexible spending accounts, home purchase assistance, and eleven paid holidays annually.
The Nightlife Program Manager will serve as the lead coordinator and strategist responsible for balancing public safety, community quality of life, and the economic viability of the nighttime economy in Savannah. This role demands a seasoned professional adept at creating sustainable and safe nightlife environments that encourage social activity while addressing the concerns of businesses, residents, and government stakeholders. Operating in collaboration with multiple city departments such as the City Manager’s Office, this position drives policy development, compliance, and service coordination to support vibrant nighttime events and social activities. The manager will develop and implement ordinances, permitting procedures, and best practices designed to regulate nightlife social activity effectively on public spaces and city property.
A critical function of this role is fostering trust, fairness, and transparent communication between government, hospitality operators, residents, and community stakeholders. Working as a liaison, the manager will handle neighborhood and business concerns related to non-public-safety issues that arise after business hours. Additionally, the manager will spearhead complex multi-stakeholder projects, implement recommendations of advisory councils and task forces, and allocate resources for after-hours support services like public safety, mental health, sanitation, parking, and transportation.
To ensure accountability and continuous improvement, the Nightlife Program Manager oversees data-driven public safety tracking and reporting, assesses community outcomes, and educates stakeholders through outreach and public engagement. Maintaining a positive work environment, encouraging creativity, teamwork, and quality service delivery are also key priorities. The role requires availability during nighttime hours, weekends, and holidays to directly observe and manage nightlife dynamics. The City of Savannah encourages candidates with diverse backgrounds, including women, minorities, and veterans, to apply for this impactful opportunity to shape Savannah's vibrant nocturnal social scene.
Currently, the City of Savannah is seeking a Nightlife Program Manager to join its Special Events, Film & Tourism team. This is a full-time position located at 1 Waring Drive / Barnard Street, offering excellent compensation paired with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and supplemental life insurances, short-term disability, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, pension plans, flexible spending accounts, home purchase assistance, and eleven paid holidays annually.
The Nightlife Program Manager will serve as the lead coordinator and strategist responsible for balancing public safety, community quality of life, and the economic viability of the nighttime economy in Savannah. This role demands a seasoned professional adept at creating sustainable and safe nightlife environments that encourage social activity while addressing the concerns of businesses, residents, and government stakeholders. Operating in collaboration with multiple city departments such as the City Manager’s Office, this position drives policy development, compliance, and service coordination to support vibrant nighttime events and social activities. The manager will develop and implement ordinances, permitting procedures, and best practices designed to regulate nightlife social activity effectively on public spaces and city property.
A critical function of this role is fostering trust, fairness, and transparent communication between government, hospitality operators, residents, and community stakeholders. Working as a liaison, the manager will handle neighborhood and business concerns related to non-public-safety issues that arise after business hours. Additionally, the manager will spearhead complex multi-stakeholder projects, implement recommendations of advisory councils and task forces, and allocate resources for after-hours support services like public safety, mental health, sanitation, parking, and transportation.
To ensure accountability and continuous improvement, the Nightlife Program Manager oversees data-driven public safety tracking and reporting, assesses community outcomes, and educates stakeholders through outreach and public engagement. Maintaining a positive work environment, encouraging creativity, teamwork, and quality service delivery are also key priorities. The role requires availability during nighttime hours, weekends, and holidays to directly observe and manage nightlife dynamics. The City of Savannah encourages candidates with diverse backgrounds, including women, minorities, and veterans, to apply for this impactful opportunity to shape Savannah's vibrant nocturnal social scene.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Communications, Political Science, Urban Planning, or closely related field
- Four years of progressively responsible experience in public safety, government operations, urban planning, or project management
- Possession and maintenance of a valid state driver’s license with acceptable driving history
- Background investigation including supervised drug screen
- Post offer/pre-employment medical screen
- Verification of education, certifications, and licenses
- Ability to work night, late evening, early morning hours, and weekends
- Ability to moderate public meetings
- Ability to speak at press conferences and to media professionals
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Communications, Political Science, Urban Planning, or closely related field
- Four years of progressively responsible experience in public safety, government operations, urban planning, or project management
- Experience in policy development and implementation
- Knowledge of special events and film permit management best practices
- Ability to facilitate public meetings and mediate disagreements
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively among diverse groups
- Open-mindedness and flexibility in approach
- Experience in nightlife, tourism, or hospitality management
- Familiarity with government agency coordination and regulatory environments
Job Duties
- Serve as the City of Savannah’s Nightlife Program Manager facilitating safe, vibrant, and sustainable social and nighttime activity
- Work with Special Events, Film, & Tourism, the City Manager’s Office, and other city departments to develop, adopt, and implement a Nightlife Management Program including policies, ordinances, and permitting procedures
- Act as a liaison for neighborhoods, businesses, and citizens addressing non-public safety-related issues after normal business hours
- Build trust, fairness, and collaboration among stakeholders balancing residential quality of life with economic and nightlife growth
- Lead complex, multi-stakeholder projects and implement advisory council and task force recommendations
- Identify, coordinate, and allocate services and resources needed for after-hours support including public safety, mental health, sanitation, parking, and transportation
- Increase government transparency and efficiency of nighttime events, tourism, hospitality, regulation, and enforcement processes
- Educate and orient operators and stakeholders on compliance, program changes, and best practices through outreach, marketing, and public engagement
- Oversee public safety tracking, measuring, and reporting to assess and improve community outcomes
- Establish and maintain a positive working environment conducive to morale, creativity, and teamwork
- Respond to public inquiries
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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