Community Parks & Events Marketing Coordinator

Colchester Technical Rescue; Parks (AZ); On-site; USD 56,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Colchester is seeking a creative, highly-organized Parks & Recreation Coordinator to lead special events, festivals, and community celebrations while driving marketing strategy to attract residents.

Responsibilities include coordinating event logistics, designing promotional materials, maintaining branding, and building partnerships with local organizations. The role also recruits and supervises volunteers, monitors participation, and prepares budget recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 2+ years in recreation programming or event planning.
• Experience managing community events and campaigns.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Canva/Adobe UX.
• Social media management and website content experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage event logistics including permits, vendors, entertainment, equipment, staffing, and volunteers.
• Design promotional materials for print, digital, and social platforms.
• Maintain consistent branding across recreation marketing.
• Build partnerships with local businesses, schools, nonprofits and sponsors.
• Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers and event staff.
• Monitor program participation and feedback; prepare budget recommendations and reports.

Skills

Event planning

Marketing strategy

Communication

Project management

Volunteer management

Social media

Education

Bachelor's degree in Recreation Administration, Parks and Recreation, Event Management, Marketing, Communications, Public Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

The Town of Colchester is seeking a creative, highly-organized Parks & Recreation Coordinator to lead special events, festivals, and community celebrations while driving marketing strategy to attract residents.

Responsibilities include coordinating event logistics, designing promotional materials, maintaining branding, and building partnerships with local organizations. The role also recruits and supervises volunteers, monitors participation, and prepares budget recommendations.