Special Events Coordinator - Special Events Film & Tourism

Purpose

The City of Savannah Special Events, Film & Tourism Department seeks a highly qualified, customer-service-focused Special Events Coordinator. Our ideal candidate is self-motivated with excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to function and make decisions in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail and organization.

Essential Job Functions

• Ensure special event permits are obtained in accordance with City of Savannah ordinances.
• Review applications for accuracy and completeness, working directly with applicants to ensure compliance.
• Serve as a liaison between the City and permit applicants, providing guidance and support throughout the permitting process.
• Support temporary users of City-owned property, including streets, parks, and squares, in achieving consistent regulatory compliance.
• Attend meetings to offer expertise and insight on proposed events and permit applications.
• Oversee the application, review, and issuance process for permits involving the use of City-owned property.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage projects, programs, and events, including developing timelines, objectives, and metrics for success.
• Facilitate communication and promote an atmosphere of trust, fairness, and collaboration amongst diverse stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School graduation or GED equivalent; supplemented by two (2) years of progressively responsible clerical or administrative experience in office support; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Additional Requirements

• Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post-offer/pre-employment medical screen; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.

City of Savannah Employee Benefits

• Paid Holiday
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Leave
• Defined Benefit Retirement Pension Plan
• Protective Services Retirement Plan (select positions)
• Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan
• Retirement Seminars
• PPO Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Health & Wellness Incentives
• Long Term Disability
• Excellence and Service Recognition
• Employee Development and In-Service Training
• Education Assistance Program
• Uniform Allowance (select positions)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts and Memberships
• Employee Relations
• Direct Deposit
• Credit Union
• Pretax Parking Deductions
• Employer Assisted Home Purchase Program
• Domestic Partnership Benefits
• Healthcare PPO Medical Plus Plan
• Healthcare PPO Medical Basic Plan
• Healthcare Dental Plus Plan
• Healthcare Dental Basic Plan
• Healthcare Vision Service Plan
• Life Insurance Basic Life and ADD Supplemental Life
• Employee Supplemental Life
• Spouse Supplemental Life
• Child Benefits costs are paid by the City of Savannah, by the employee or shared by both the City and the employee.

Required Questions

• Describe your experience coordinating projects, events, or administrative processes that involved multiple stakeholders. How did you keep the project organized and ensure deadlines were met?

• This position requires reviewing permit applications for accuracy and ensuring compliance with City regulations. Tell us about a time you had to review detailed documents or enforce policies. What was your approach to maintaining accuracy and consistency?

• Customer service is a key component of this role. Describe a situation where you had to resolve a challenging issue with a customer, client, or member of the public. What steps did you take, and what was the outcome?

• Special events often involve competing priorities, changing deadlines, and collaboration with multiple departments. Share an example of how you successfully managed several responsibilities at once while maintaining attention to detail.

• Why are you interested in serving as a Special Events Coordinator for the City of Savannah, and how do your skills and experience prepare you to support special events, public spaces, and community engagement?