Special Events Coordinator

About the Role

This position oversees special events for the Parks and Recreation Department, including event development, implementation, marketing, sponsorship solicitation, interpretation and enforcement of rules and regulations, and evaluation. The role also involves fiscal accountability, budget preparation, and submission of participation and financial reports.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, select, train, assign, motivate, supervise, and evaluate designated employees
• Monitor contractors and vendors
• Prepare and implement the department's budget, including forecasting funds for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies
• Submit participation and financial reports as requested
• Work with the Emergency Operations team during regular workday and after hours, including nights and weekends

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Parks and Recreation, Business, or related field, or five (5) years of related progressively responsible supervisory experience
• Parks and Recreation experience preferred, with two years in a supervisory role
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and main server applications
• Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP) preferred or ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire
• Proficiency in department registration/reservation software and City software applications within one month of hire
• American Red Cross First Aid and CPR Certification, or ability to obtain within three (3) months of hire date
• Ability to use an AED within three months of hire
• Valid Texas Class "C" Driver's License with a clean driving record

Skills

• Proven knowledge and abilities in a wide variety of recreation events and programs
• Experience in recruiting, hiring, training, assigning, supervising, and evaluating event support staff and contracted event vendors
• Ability to improve existing events and organize new events through planning, development, implementation, and evaluation
• Skill in budget preparation and execution, program marketing, and collaborations with other organizations
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work non-traditional hours, including nights and weekends

Physical Demands

The work is medium and requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical abilities required include balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, fingering, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motions, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, and walking.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• Free membership at the City's pool and recreation center facilities

Pay

Starting salary for this position is $65,085 annually.

The City of Conroe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Must pass background check and pre-employment substance abuse screening as a condition of employment. A motor vehicle record check and job-related doctor's physical exam may also be required. Safety-sensitive positions remain subject to random drug and alcohol testing after hire.