Special Events Coordinator (Part-Time)

About the role

This part-time, hourly position is responsible for administrative details and executing successful special events at the zoo that appeal to the public, build awareness, and increase revenue. The Special Events Coordinator will take the lead on assigned events and report to the Director of Marketing and Events.

Responsibilities

• Work with internal and external committees and volunteers.
• Attend zoo events as event support or event lead.
• Assist the special events team on events to build zoo attendance and revenue.
• Work independently and as part of a team to create exceptional guest experiences.
• Work most events on the calendar and take direction from the event lead on those events where this position is not the lead.
• Assist with researching new event ideas or enhancing current events.
• Complete event team notes as applicable.
• Provide reports in a timely manner on attendance, revenue, expenses, and marketing efforts for each event.

Requirements

• High school diploma required; a bachelor's degree (or current student) in event management, marketing, communications, or a related field is desired.
• Must be prepared to drive a golf cart, work outside in all seasons, and handle a large amount of walking, standing, lifting, and carrying of event materials.
• 1-3 years of successful experience in event planning preferred; marketing experience is a plus.

Schedule

This is a part-time position requiring 24 hours per week, typically scheduled over 3 days: Wednesday, Saturday, and a third flex day (preferably Friday or Sunday as needed for events). The role requires working some weekends, holidays, and evenings.