Special Events Specialist - Festivals & Community Programs

City of Santa Fe Springs; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Santa Fe Springs seeks a proactive events assistant to support and supervise recreational programs and special events such as the Blue Ridge Kite Festival, Touch A Truck, Hello Summer Festival and Tavern Stage Summer Music Series. The role involves on-site coordination, promotion, database management and strong customer service at assigned centers or facilities.

Responsibilities include designing event plans, coordinating purchases, handling registrations and budgets, and producing recap

Qualifications

• High school diploma required with at least six months of college coursework or equivalent training in Tourism and Hospitality, Communications, Physical Education, Recreation, Sociology, Child Care or related field.
• Some experience working in the community is required.
• Valid Virginia driver’s license with good driving record.
• Knowledge of recreational practices and computer software; ability to work flexibly.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementation of special event programs, including planning, purchasing supplies, maintaining inventory, and on-site support.
• Assist in promotion and marketing of special events.
• Maintain databases for event marketing, participants, sponsors and partners.
• Provide excellent customer service to attendees, vendors and stakeholders.
• Handle registrations, collect fees and maintain budget records using registration systems.
• Produce event recap reports and provide administrative support as directed.
• Be available to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.

Skills

Customer service

Event promotion

Database management

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma and college coursework

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

City of Santa Fe Springs seeks a proactive events assistant to support and supervise recreational programs and special events such as the Blue Ridge Kite Festival, Touch A Truck, Hello Summer Festival and Tavern Stage Summer Music Series. The role involves on-site coordination, promotion, database management and strong customer service at assigned centers or facilities.

Responsibilities include designing event plans, coordinating purchases, handling registrations and budgets, and producing recap