Event Operations Coordinator

City of Lakeland; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Lakeland is seeking an Event Coordinator to manage facility bookings, client contracts, and event operations. This role involves coordinating plans with clients, venues, and internal teams to ensure successful events and compliant billing.

Expect irregular hours including nights and weekends as the event duty manager. The position requires an associate degree and at least two years' experience in event management or hospitality sales within a stadium, arena, or convention center, with

Qualifications

• Two years of progressive experience in event management or hospitality sales within a stadium, arena, or convention center.
• Associate degree in business administration, marketing, communications, or hospitality management required.

Responsibilities

• Consult with meeting planners and clients about facility capabilities, fees, restrictions, and policies.
• Plan and manage logistics for large-scale events.
• Oversee contracts, events, billing, and client liaison, including negotiating contracts.
• Coordinate site tours and respond to booking requests.
• Monitor event budgets and revenue goals.
• Prepare and deliver professional sales proposals.
• Work irregular hours including nights and weekends as the event duty manager.

Skills

Sales negotiation

Budgeting

Communication

Customer service

Education

Associate degree in business administration, marketing, communications, or hospitality management

Tools

USI management system

CAD Lite

Job description

City of Lakeland is seeking an Event Coordinator to manage facility bookings, client contracts, and event operations. This role involves coordinating plans with clients, venues, and internal teams to ensure successful events and compliant billing.

Expect irregular hours including nights and weekends as the event duty manager. The position requires an associate degree and at least two years' experience in event management or hospitality sales within a stadium, arena, or convention center, with