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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $27.52 - $33.02
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Retirement Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid holidays
Dental Insurance
flexible schedule
Job Description
The City of Golden, known for its vibrant outdoor lifestyle and scenic surroundings, is currently seeking a Special Events Coordinator to join its team. Situated near the foothills and Clear Creek, Golden offers an exceptional living and working environment with ample opportunities for outdoor recreation and community engagement. The city prides itself on providing a workplace that extends beyond a mere job, fostering a lifestyle enriched by proximity to great restaurants, shops, trails, and natural beauty. As a Golden employee, individuals benefit from a supportive community atmosphere, comprehensive benefits, and a work culture that values balance and professional growth. The... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in public administration, communications, event management, or related field
- Minimum of 3 years experience in special events coordination or management
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Knowledge of municipal policies and procedures related to special events
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
- Proficiency with computer software including MS Office and social media platforms
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 40 pounds
- Experience managing volunteers and coordinating community events
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion
Job Qualifications
- Knowledge of special events management principles and practices
- Experience in public relations, marketing, promotions, and advertising
- Ability to develop and administer event budgets
- Experience in sponsorship development and managing vendor and sponsor contracts
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in MS Office and social media applications
- Ability to work independently and with teams
- Customer service and human relations skills
- Organizational skills and attention to detail
- Experience in emergency management practices
- Ability to conduct event evaluations and manage compliance with city policies
Job Duties
- Administering and facilitating the permitting process for community events on city property
- Ensuring events meet City goals and policies during application and implementation
- Planning, organizing, and implementing City events
- Coordinating with other City departments on event planning and execution
- Securing permits, venues, equipment, food, beverages, performers, and speakers for City events
- Ensuring compliance with City special event permitting process and setting examples for event partners
- Applying emergency management best practices and maintaining safety protocols
- Collaborating with community partners to enhance economic vitality while managing residential impacts
- Recruiting, directing, and supervising volunteers for City events
- Managing financial and administrative operations of block party and arch banner programs
- Leading the Special Event Review Committee including meeting coordination and member recruitment
- Overseeing the Special Events Grant Program and administering grant funding
- Serving as primary contact and liaison for special events before, during, and after events
- Maintaining a community-wide event calendar to avoid scheduling conflicts and manage parking
- Guiding and educating event organizers through City special event permit process
- Conducting evaluations of all events and providing public transparency and improvement recommendations
- Overseeing compliance with city policies on signage, traffic circulation, parking, trash and recycling, liquor regulations, and impact mitigation
- Attending community and City Council meetings and making presentations
- Developing and monitoring event budgets, recommending permit fee structures, and maintaining expense records
- Assuming additional City event responsibilities as required
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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