Summit Park Events and Programs Coordinator

The City of Blue Ash is a vibrant community located in the Cincinnati metropolitan area, well-known for its commitment to providing exceptional public services and maintaining high-quality recreational spaces for its residents and visitors. Among its premier amenities is Summit Park, a sprawling 130-acre outdoor event venue that hosts a variety of community programs and major events throughout the year. The city's dedication to fostering community engagement through diverse programming makes it a sought-after location for both families and organizations wishing to participate in or host public activities. Blue Ash prides itself on promoting a healthy, active lifestyle and creating an inclusive environment where residents and visitors alike can enjoy nature, culture, and community events. The municipal government is recognized for its strategic approach to urban planning, community development, and recreational programming, ensuring that public spaces like Summit Park continue to thrive and serve as hubs for social connection and cultural events.

The City of Blue Ash is currently seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Events and Programs Coordinator to join its team at Summit Park. This is a part-time permanent role averaging between 20 to 25 hours per week year-round, with the expectation that the coordinator will support events and programming that often occur during evenings, weekends, and holidays, including the city's significant summer events. The Events and Programs Coordinator will play a crucial role in managing and independently coordinating community programming while working closely with the Summit Park Programming and Events Manager. This position requires a proactive, organized individual who is comfortable working both independently and as an active member of the broader Programming and Events Team.

The core responsibilities of this role include managing events from their initial planning stages through to the final review, working with recurring event series and community partner programming, and overseeing seasonal programs such as the Ice Rink at Summit Park. The coordinator will be responsible for the administrative tasks associated with event planning, including creating and managing contracts for programming, room rentals, and the City's Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) Program. Effective communication is also a key aspect of the role, as the coordinator will maintain consistent contact with event partners, vendors, clients, and programmers via email and phone.

Additionally, the Events and Programs Coordinator will serve as the lead for Summit Park’s rental room program and the City's DORA districts at both Summit Park and Towne Square. Assisting with larger annual events by managing vendor coordination, on-site logistics, setup and teardown activities, and providing support during evenings and weekends is also a significant component of the role. This position offers valuable opportunities for professional development, including paid on-site training, leadership advancement, and merit-based increases for outstanding performance. Employees also benefit from participation in the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System, free individual memberships to the Blue Ash Recreation Center with options for discounted family memberships, and various local discounts including those at the Blue Ash Golf Course, Sand Trap Grill Restaurant, and Café Alma at the Rec.

This role blends responsibilities that require strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced event environment. The right candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills, a passion for community engagement, and the enthusiasm to contribute positively to the City's dynamic events team. If you are looking to make a tangible impact in a community-focused role while enjoying the benefits of a supportive municipal environment and scenic outdoor setting, this Events and Programs Coordinator position at Summit Park presents an excellent career opportunity.