Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $106,500.00 - $157,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Paid holidays
personal day
vacation accrual
Sick leave accrual
medical benefits
Dental benefits
vision benefits
Wellness Program
Medical reimbursement
Tuition Reimbursement
Retirement Plan
Supplemental retirement plans
Floating holiday leave
Job Description
The City of Tempe is a vibrant urban community located in Arizona known for its commitment to high-quality public services, cultural inclusivity, and active community engagement. As a local government entity, the City of Tempe offers a range of municipal services and programs designed to enhance the quality of life for its residents and visitors alike. The city's Community Services and Recreation Department plays a pivotal role in facilitating recreational and cultural activities, supporting community events, and providing residents with enriching experiences. It is within this dynamic environment that the City seeks to hire a Special Events Manager, a key... Show More
Job Requirements
- Five years of experience in special events management, hospitality, venue operations, or related experience
- Bachelor's degree in public administration, event management, communications, recreation, or a closely related field
- Certified Festival and Event Executive is preferred
- Certified Crowd Manager is preferred
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute training including IS-15.B Special Events Contingency Planning, IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, IS-800 ICS/NIMS Basic Incident Command System Training is preferred
- Applicants must pass a criminal history review
- Applicants must pass post offer/pre-employment drug and alcohol screen
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in public administration, event management, communications, recreation, or a closely related field
- Five years of experience in special events management, hospitality, venue operations, or related experience
- Certified Festival and Event Executive is preferred
- Certified Crowd Manager is preferred
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute training including IS-15.B Special Events Contingency Planning, IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, IS-800 ICS/NIMS Basic Incident Command System Training is preferred
Job Duties
- Oversees and evaluates event operations
- Facilitate the Special Event Task Force coordinating the review and approval of event applications and identifies operational protocols with internal departments and external organizers
- Ensure compliance with city, county, and state laws and policies by coordinating inspections, overseeing enforcement efforts and maintaining relationships with regulatory agencies
- Supervise the work of assigned personnel, including assigning and reviewing work, providing guidance, and conducting performance evaluations
- Develop and manage special events operational budget, track expenses and forecasting needs
- Respond to and resolve public inquiries
- Administer the special event permitting system, serve as the primary system administrator and primary liaison to IT for system functionality, user support, and updates
- Participate in contract development, Request for Proposal (RFP) processes and vendor negotiations
- Advise City leadership and City Council on special event strategy, policy updates, operational impacts, and opportunities for innovation and improvement
- Prepare and deliver reports and presentations on event operations and outcomes
- Represent the City with boards, commissions, City Council, community organizations, stakeholders, and partner agencies
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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