Convention Facilities-Seasonal Event Coordinator

City of McAllen, TX; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

City of McAllen is seeking an Events Coordinator to provide administrative support and assist clients with planning and coordination of event services for proper setup, operation, and teardown. This role serves as the client’s representative for departmental services, requiring courteous public interaction and sound judgment.

The position emphasizes public relations, events salesmanship, and strong organizational skills to ensure successful events and positive community engagement.

Qualifications

• Experience in event planning or administration preferred.
• Strong public relations and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative support and assists clients with planning and coordination of event services for proper setup, smooth operation, and teardown.

Job description

Under general supervision, the Events Coordinator provides administrative support and assists clients with planning and coordination of event services needed for proper setup, smooth event operation and tear down. Employee serves as the client's representative for all departmental services. Employee has direct contact with public which requires courtesies, tactfulness and good judgment. Work requires public relations, events salesmanship and organizational skills.

About the Organization:

McAllen is one of the fastest growing cities in America with a population alone close to 148,000. Known for its tropical breezes, mild winter weather, brightly colored birds, and low cost of living, McAllen offers world-class nature tourism, outstanding arts and entertainment opportunities, great sporting and outdoor activities, enchanting cultural diversity and a lively spirit. It is the home to an international airport, world birding center, symphony orchestra, performing arts center, twenty-five parks and year-round family-friendly events. It is driven by its Mission of consistently providing high quality services and quality of life to all who live, work and visit the City of McAllen and three core values: Integrity, Accountability, and Commitment. It is devoted to truth and honesty, providing courteous, open and responsible public service, and dedicated to responsiveness and excellence.