State Fair Ticketing Lead — Flexible Schedule

State of Colorado; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 72,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PERA retirement plan

Medical and dental plans

Health Savings Account

Life insurance

Disability coverage

11 paid holidays

Employee discount program

Wellness program

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Colorado Department of Agriculture in Pueblo, CO is seeking a Ticket Manager to oversee all ticketing operations for year-round events and the State Fair. You will supervise 50–60 seasonal staff and volunteers, coordinate with promoters, marketing, operations, and production, and ensure accurate seating, pricing, and promotions.

The role requires strong interpersonal and leadership skills, knowledge of ticketing systems, and the ability to manage complex customer service issues in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Education in accounting, event planning, public relations, or public administration with relevant experience is required.
• Seven years of work with large event management, customer service and organization is preferred.
• Experience with ticketing systems and event operations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ticketing operations for year round events and the State Fair.
• Manage ticketing system setup, sales reporting, and revenue controls.
• Lead 50–60 seasonal employees and volunteers, including scheduling and development.
• Coordinate with promoters, marketing, operations, and production for events.
• Ensure accurate seating, pricing, and promotions planning.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking

Event management

Ticketing systems

Communication

Problem solving

Team leadership

Budget awareness

Education

Education in accounting or public admin

7+ years in large event management

Tools

Ticketing software

Job description

Colorado Department of Agriculture in Pueblo, CO is seeking a Ticket Manager to oversee all ticketing operations for year-round events and the State Fair. You will supervise 50–60 seasonal staff and volunteers, coordinate with promoters, marketing, operations, and production, and ensure accurate seating, pricing, and promotions.

The role requires strong interpersonal and leadership skills, knowledge of ticketing systems, and the ability to manage complex customer service issues in a fast-paced