Event Coordinator: Logistics, Volunteers & Community

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East seeks a reliable Event Coordinator to plan and execute zoo events. The role involves coordinating logistics, staff, volunteers, setup, and vendor coordination for community programs.

The candidate should be energetic, organized, and able to work outdoors, lifting equipment, and managing promotions across platforms. Flexibility with weekends and holidays is required.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of hands-on experience in event execution or related roles.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.

Responsibilities

• Organize day-to-day event logistics, including setup forms, resource needs, floor plans, supply lists, and task checklists.
• Assist with event setup, breakdown, and day-of-event operations.
• Schedule, direct, and delegate tasks to on-site staff and volunteers to ensure events run smoothly.
• Recruit, coordinate, and manage participants, community volunteers, and interns for special events.
• Serve as the on-site event contact or lead coordinator when designated by the Events Logistics Manager.
• Coordinate with vendors, staff, volunteers, and other departments to address event needs and resolve day-of-event issues.
• Assist with inventory, event supplies, equipment, and other logistical needs.
• Partner with Marketing to promote events; draft social media content and promotional materials.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Strong organizational skills

Fast-paced environment

Communication skills

Flexible hours

Driver's license

Tools

Canva

Job description

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East seeks a reliable Event Coordinator to plan and execute zoo events. The role involves coordinating logistics, staff, volunteers, setup, and vendor coordination for community programs.

The candidate should be energetic, organized, and able to work outdoors, lifting equipment, and managing promotions across platforms. Flexibility with weekends and holidays is required.