Ticketing & Events Manager — State Fair Operations

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

Job summary

The Colorado Department of Agriculture is seeking a Ticketing Manager to oversee ticketing operations for year-round events and the Colorado State Fair. You will manage processes, systems, and reporting while leading a large team of seasonal staff and coordinating with promoters, marketing, and operations.

The role requires extensive event management experience, strong leadership, and the ability to drive financial controls across ticket sales.

Qualifications

• Seven years of work with large event management, customer service and organization.
• Combination of related education and experience equal to seven years.
• Active Colorado driver’s license as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ticketing process and systems for year-round events and the State Fair.
• Manage financial reconciliation of ticketing activities and reporting.
• Lead 50–60 seasonal employees and volunteers, including recruitment and supervision.
• Coordinate with promoters, marketing, operations and production teams to ensure seamless event setup and sales.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Public speaking

Education

Related education in accounting / event planning / public relations / public administration

Job description

The Colorado Department of Agriculture is seeking a Ticketing Manager to oversee ticketing operations for year-round events and the Colorado State Fair. You will manage processes, systems, and reporting while leading a large team of seasonal staff and coordinating with promoters, marketing, and operations.

The role requires extensive event management experience, strong leadership, and the ability to drive financial controls across ticket sales.