Lake Worth looking for Special Events Manager

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SPECIAL EVENTS MANAGER JOB CODE (1061)
Salary Range: $23.66/hr - $25.00/hr
Closing: TBD

This position is responsible for the coordination, implementation, marketing and promotion of all City special events, event permitting and event sponsorship coordination. Candidates must demonstrate a successful track record in event planning, marketing planning, sponsorships, as well as proven abilities in public media relations, graphic design or publishing, staff/volunteer/contractor management, and budget accountability. This position must be at ease working in partnerships with other team members in a high volume, fast-paced environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Develop and execute annual special event marketing plan, including community needs assessment, manage event sponsorship sales and fulfillments; crate, track and analyze advertising and promotional efforts; provide coordination and leadership for special events; manager media relations (print, television, radio, social media) and special event website pages; produce special event proposals, presentations and reports; assist with recruitment and retention of volunteers; and manage special event contracts; Coordinates, plans and implements existing City-wide special events; Responsible for the coordination of the Special Event Temporary Permit request process and ensuring that City wide special event policies and procedures are followed; promotes and advertises events through newspapers, radio and television commercials, flyers, posters, and public service announcements; coordinates staffing and volunteers for events; maintains the special events budget; maintains an updated media list; maintains good relations with all media

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Comprehensive knowledge of special event planning principles; objectives and equipment needed in an event plan; knowledge of community dynamics, including civic organizations, programs and special interest groups; ability to develop and stimulate community participation and interest in planned activities through an active marketing program;

Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Event Planning, Marketing, Business, Recreation or a related field; minimum of five (5) years of implementing, coordinating, and managing special events; experience with program and event flyers creation required

Certifications and Licenses: valid Florida driving license with excellent driving record.