Listing Summary

PUBLIC RELATIONS AND TOURISM

EVENT COORDINATOR – OLDE TOWN CONYERS

 

Nature of Work:

The Event Coordinator coordinates city-sponsored events in Olde Town Conyers and serves as a liaison with other organizations and entities holding special events in Olde Town Conyers. 

The Event Coordinator is an advocate for the development and promotion of Olde Town Conyers and related public events within the downtown historic district. The Event Coordinator works with the merchants in the historic district on special projects, activities and ideas to enhance the downtown area.

The Event Coordinator position reports to the Director of Public Relations and Tourism.

 

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Serves as lead in coordination of events such as seasonal festivals, film requests, and business recruitment. 
• Create and coordinate new events for the downtown district.
• Establish a budget for special events and training pertaining to job function.
• Communicate pertinent information with downtown merchants on a regular basis.  Attend monthly merchant meetings as needed.
• Communicate with departments within the city to coordinate events, staffing, and traffic plans.
• Assists in coordinating and supervising volunteers to support activities.
• Manages administrative aspects including obtaining quotes, purchasing, and recordkeeping according to established budget.
• Communicate with graphic artist for design of event advertising materials.
• Attends and participates in pertinent training and networking.
• Proficient in operations of Welcome Center, and able to assist with coverage, rental inquiries and bookings, greeting and helping visitors, etc.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of issues confronting downtown Conyers business people, property owners, public agencies and community organizations.

Good knowledge of the geographical area of the City of Conyers.

Knowledge of government/public sector operations.

Skill in coordinating special events.

Skill in written and oral communications.

Skill in public speaking.

Skill in supervision of subordinate employees including volunteers and interns.

Ability to travel out of local area.

Ability to work flexible hours.

Ability to function effectively independently.

Ability to work outdoors.

Ability to sit upright for extended period of time at a typical workstation to complete tasks.

Ability to operate a standard equipped vehicle.

Ability to lift materials and office supplies up to fifty (50) pounds.

Ability to operate a point-of-sale system.

Ability to proficiently operate a computer and related software applications.

 

Education and Experience:

Standard high school diploma or its equivalent.

Considerable experience in the management and operation of special events.

Possession of a valid Georgia driver’s license.

An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.

 

 

 

 

Disclaimers:

The City shall, in its discretion, modify or adjust the position to meet the City’s changing needs.

This job description is not a contract and may be adjusted as deemed appropriate in the City’s sole discretion.