Public Events Coordinator - Parks & Open Space

City of Aurora; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 59,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Aurora is seeking an Events Coordinator for the Parks, Recreation & Open Space Department to plan and oversee city events from concept to execution.

Responsibilities include coordinating permits, budgets, vendors, sponsorships, and volunteers; collaborating with marketing staff for promotions; and maintaining strong relationships with community partners and sponsors. Requires a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years in event management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in event management, recreation, or a related field.
• At least 3 years’ experience in special events.
• Experience in sponsorship sales and public sector experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, administer, and evaluate city special events and lead other events as assigned.
• Coordinate all aspects of public events (500 to 6,000 attendees) including budgets, security, vendors and activation.
• Coordinate with marketing to ensure promotions, signage and sponsorship deliverables are defined.
• Coordinate event volunteers and define onsite roles and assignments.
• Establish relationships with sponsors, neighborhood organizations and local businesses.
• Perform administrative tasks including contracts, permitting, budgeting records and reports.
• Manage workflow processes and perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking

Customer service

Sponsorship sales

Time management

Permits & compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in event management or related field

Tools

Eventeny

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Job description

The City of Aurora is seeking an Events Coordinator for the Parks, Recreation & Open Space Department to plan and oversee city events from concept to execution.

Responsibilities include coordinating permits, budgets, vendors, sponsorships, and volunteers; collaborating with marketing staff for promotions; and maintaining strong relationships with community partners and sponsors. Requires a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years in event management.