Assistant Buchanan County Fairgrounds Event Coordinator

Buchanan County MO Government; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Buchanan County MO Government is seeking a facility attendant to support daily grounds maintenance, client services, animal safety, and event coordination.

The role requires a High School diploma, basic animal knowledge, solid communication, physical stamina for outdoor work, and basic computer/booking software skills. On-site, county staff ensure safe events and proper care of livestock and facilities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Animal knowledge: basic experience with horses, cattle, or farm animals.
• Friendly and clear communication for guest service and problem solving.
• Physical ability to lift heavy items, walk large grounds, and work outside in all weather.
• Basic computer/booking software skills.

Responsibilities

• Event Support: Help clients with set-up, scheduling, and day-of event needs.
• Facility Upkeep: Maintain barns, stalls, arenas, and grounds. Report repairs.
• Animal Care: Assist with livestock safety, health rules, and proper handling on site.
• Team Help: Train and schedule shift workers and maintenance staff.
• Office Tasks: Use office software to track bookings, answer client calls, and handle records.

Skills

Animal care

Communication

Physical ability

Tech skills

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Booking software

Email

Office software

Job description

Job Summary:

This role supports daily facility upkeep, client service, animal safety, and event coordination.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Event Support: Help clients with set-up, scheduling, and day-of event needs.
• Facility Upkeep: Maintain barns, stalls, arenas, and grounds. Report on repair needs for buildings and gear.
• Animal Care: Assist with livestock safety, health rules, and proper handling on site.
• Team Help: Train and schedule shift workers and maintenance staff.
• Office Tasks: Use office software to track bookings, answer client calls, and handle records.

Education/Experience:

High School diploma required.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Animal Knowledge: Basic experience with horses, cattle, or farm animals.
• Communication: Friendly and clear talker for guest service and problem solving.
• Physical Ability: Able to lift heavy items, walk large grounds, and work outside in all weather.
• Tech Skills: Know how to use basic computers, email, and booking software.

Special Requirements:

Potential candidate must pass a criminal background check and legal hiring processes. Buchanan County may disqualify an applicant if the position’s responsibilities are substantially related to the applicant’s criminal history.

Employee Behavior and Conduct:

County employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner. Employees should respect their colleagues, and extend courtesy to those with whom they come in contact both internally and externally during the performance of their job duties.