ARTS & EVENTS COORDINATOR

Town of Mooresville; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5% Town contribution to 401(k)

Choice of medical plans (HSA)

Town-paid life insurance

Disability coverage

Wellness Incentive Program

EAP (24/7)

Volunteer Time-Off

Vacation leave start 14 days

Paid holidays

Floating holiday & Wellness Day

Bereavement leave

On-site clinic

Down payment assistance

Pet insurance

Gym reimbursement

Job summary

The Town of Mooresville is seeking an Arts & Events Coordinator to plan, coordinate, and evaluate Town-sponsored events, performing arts programs, receptions, grand openings, and employee recognition events, collaborating with Town departments, vendors, volunteers, and community groups to ensure engaging experiences.

The role also handles venue calendars, supervising staff and volunteers, managing rentals at the Mooresville Performing Arts Center and Liberty Park, and ensuring safety and

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Communications, Event Management, Hospitality, Tourism, or a closely related field.
• Two (2) years of experience planning and implementing large-scale special events.
• Experience contracting with performing artists is preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and evaluate community-wide special events, receptions, groundbreakings, grand openings, ribbon cuttings, and similar functions.
• Manage performing arts rentals from initial inquiry through invoicing, including responding to inquiries and coordinating venue tours.
• Manage the Mooresville Performing Arts Center and Liberty Park calendars, including performances, rentals, special events, and community activities.
• Coordinate scheduling for the Joe V. Knox Auditorium at the Charles Mack Citizen Center in collaboration with the facility manager.
• Coordinate and administer the community events permit program.
• Coordinate and implement employee recognition activities and events as requested.
• Coordinate with event contractors, vendors, performers, volunteers, and other partners.
• Attend technical week rehearsals to supervise and assist with technical aspects of performances.
• Assist guest designers and artists with technical matters.
• Supervise and assist with set and stage construction and oversight.
• Orient facility renters to venues, with an emphasis on technical requirements and safety.
• Monitor lighting, sound, rigging, and other technical equipment and arrange for repair or replacement as needed.
• Recruit, train, and assign student, volunteer, and paid staff for individual shows.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, volunteers, contractors, vendors, and the public.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Event planning

Coordination

Communication

Vendor management

Staff supervision

Education

Associate degree in Communications, Event Management, Hospitality, Tourism, or a closely related field

Job description

About the Town of Mooresville

As one of North Carolina’s fastest-growing communities, the Town of Mooresville combines innovation, teamwork, and community pride to deliver exceptional public service. Mooresville is a thriving, connected community dedicated to providing outstanding services that foster inclusivity and vibrancy for all. Guided by our PAC-IQ values (People, Agility, Communication, Innovation, and Quality), we empower employees to collaborate, think ahead, and make a meaningful impact every day.

Work alongside a team committed to innovation and collaboration, creating positive change for the community!

Why Join the Town of Mooresville

We value our employees and invest in their success with a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits are among the most competitive in the region and include:

• 5% Town contribution to your 401(k), no employee match required
• Choice of threemedical plans, including an HSA plan with Town contributions
• Town-paid life insurance at 1.5× annual salary
• Fully paid short- and long-term disability coverage(up to $8,000 per month)
• Wellness Incentive Program, with Adiscount of $240 annually on medical premiumfor participation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering24/7 mental health and work-life support
• Volunteer Time-Off: 16 hours per calendar year to volunteer at any approved agency or organization
• Vacation Leave: Starting 2026, new hires receive 14 vacation days upfront!
• Holidays:Employees accrue 13-14 paid holidays per year
• Floating Holiday and Wellness Day:New hires receive one Floating Holiday and one Wellness Day up front each year
• Bereavement Leave:Up to five days per occurrence for deaths within the employee’s immediate family
• On-site clinic for eligible employees and dependents coming in 2026!
• Additional perks include down payment assistance, pet insurance, gym reimbursement, and more!

About the Role

The Arts & Events Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating Town-sponsored community-wide special events, performing arts programs, receptions, grand openings, groundbreakings, ribbon cuttings, employee recognition events, and other community functions. This position plays a key role in creating engaging experiences for the community while coordinating with Town departments, vendors, contractors, volunteers, performers, and community organizations to ensure successful events and programs.

The position also coordinates performing arts rentals and venue calendars, oversees the community events permitting process, and supports the technical and operational aspects of performances at Town facilities. The Arts & Events Coordinator supervises intermittent Arts & Events staff and volunteers and reports to the Experience & Engagement Manager.

• Plan, implement, and evaluate community-wide special events, receptions, groundbreakings, grand openings, ribbon cuttings, and similar functions
• Manage performing arts rentals from initial inquiry through invoicing, including responding to inquiries and coordinating venue tours
• Manage the Mooresville Performing Arts Center and Liberty Park calendars, including performances, rentals, special events, and community activities
• Coordinate scheduling for the Joe V. Knox Auditorium at the Charles Mack Citizen Center in collaboration with the facility manager
• Coordinate and administer the community events permit program
• Coordinate and implement employee recognition activities and events as requested
• Coordinate with event contractors, vendors, performers, volunteers, and other partners
• Attend technical week rehearsals to supervise and assist with technical aspects of performances
• Assist guest designers and artists with technical matters
• Supervise and assist with set and stage construction and oversight
• Orient facility renters to venues, with an emphasis on technical requirements and safety
• Monitor lighting, sound, rigging, and other technical equipment and arrange for repair or replacement as needed
• Research new event and performing arts opportunities and implement programs as directed
• Advise production managers and lighting and sound designers regarding technical equipment specifications, costs, and usage
• Recruit, train, and assign student, volunteer, and paid staff for individual shows
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, volunteers, contractors, vendors, and the public
• Perform other related duties as assigned
• Associate degree in Communications, Event Management, Hospitality, Tourism, or a closely related field
• Two (2) years of experience planning and implementing large-scale special events
• Experience contracting with performing artists is preferred
• An equivalent combination of education and experience

Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid North Carolina Driver's License