Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $27.52 - $33.02
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
term life insurance
short term disability
long term disability
Employee assistance program
Medical Coverage
dental coverage
401(a) retirement plan
wellness benefits
Flexible spending account
Dependent Care Account
457 deferred compensation plan
vision coverage
Tuition program
supplemental life insurance
128 hours of annual leave
96 hours of sick leave
12 paid company holidays
Job Description
The City of Golden, located in Colorado, is a vibrant outdoor community known for its scenic beauty, historic charm, and active lifestyle offerings. As a municipality, the City of Golden prioritizes creating a great environment where residents and visitors can live, work, and play. The city is conveniently located near amazing restaurants, shops, recreational trails, Clear Creek, and the foothills, making it an ideal place for employees to enjoy a balanced lifestyle. Employees of the City of Golden experience more than just a job; they become a part of that active, community-centered lifestyle. The city offers a comprehensive benefits package... Show More
Job Requirements
- Valid Colorado driver’s license with clean driving history
- ability to transport self to off-site locations
- ability to stand, walk, complete short hikes, sit, and occasionally lift or move up to 40 pounds
- ability to work long hours including evenings and weekends especially during summer
- regular and prompt attendance
- strong multitasking skills
- ability to handle tight deadlines and diverse personalities
- discretion and professionalism in dealing with sensitive matters
- excellent customer service and human relations skills
- proficiency in using standard office equipment and software
- ability to communicate effectively in person and in writing
- familiarity with emergency management best practices and safety protocols
- knowledge of municipal special event permit processes
- willingness to attend community meetings and make presentations as required
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required
- bachelor’s degree in event management, non-profit management, public relations, marketing, business, public administration, or related field preferred
- minimum three years experience in mid to large scale public special event planning or community event management
- exceptional customer service and public relations skills
- ability to work with diverse populations and events
- proven ability to coordinate multiple vendors, contracts, volunteers, and assigned staff
- excellent written and verbal communication skills
- strong organizational skills
- proficiency in MS Office and social media applications
- ability to develop and administer event budgets
- knowledge of special events management principles and practices
- understanding of local community resources and materials required for staging events
- ability to work independently and as part of a team
- self-starter with proactive planning and leadership abilities
Job Duties
- Administering and facilitating the permitting process for community events
- ensuring events meet city goals and policies
- planning, organizing, and implementing city events
- coordinating with other city departments on event planning and execution
- securing necessary permits, venues, equipment, food/beverages, performers, and speakers
- ensuring compliance with city special event permitting process and standards
- applying emergency management best practices to support safe events
- collaborating with community partners to bolster economic vitality
- recruiting, directing, and supervising event volunteers
- managing financial and administrative operations of event programs
- leading the Special Event Review Committee including administrative support and member recruitment
- overseeing the Special Events Grant Program including application review and fund administration
- serving as liaison and resource for staff and community partners before, during, and after events
- maintaining an up-to-date community-wide event calendar to reduce conflicts
- guiding event organizers through the permit process
- conducting event evaluations and providing public transparency
- ensuring event holders follow city policies on signage, traffic, parking, trash disposal, liquor regulations, and impact mitigation
- attending community, association, committee, and city council meetings and making presentations as needed
- developing and monitoring event budgets and recommending permit fee structures
- assuming additional city event responsibilities as required
- performing other related duties as assigned
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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