Job Description
Job Description
Highland City is Hiring!
Community Events Coordinator
Join our team and help create memorable experiences for our residents!
Highland City is seeking a passionate and organized individual to fill the role of Community Events Coordinator. If you have a knack for planning and executing successful events, a talent for community engagement, and a desire to make a difference, we want to hear from you!
About Highland City:
Highland City is a thriving community committed to providing exceptional services and fostering a strong sense of community spirit. We are dedicated to creating engaging events that enrich the lives of our residents.
Job Summary:
As our Community Events Coordinator, you will play a vital role in planning, organizing, and executing a variety of city-sponsored events and programs. You will work closely with city organizations, manage volunteers, and ensure the seamless delivery of each event.
Key Responsibilities:
- Event Planning & Coordination: Plan, organize, and coordinate annual events and special activities, including the Highland Fling, Easter Egg Hunt, Senior Citizen Dinner, and holiday activities.
- Community Liaison: Serve as a liaison to city organizations such as the Arts Council, Historical Committee, and City Council.
- Communication & Reporting: Attend city meetings, provide updates on event progress, and recommend policy and procedure improvements.
- Marketing & Promotion: Create engaging promotional materials using tools like Canva, Microsoft Word, and Publisher.
- Volunteer & Vendor Management: Chair volunteer groups, procure permits, organize vendors and entertainment, and manage sponsorships.
- Budget Management: Plan, manage, and report on event budgets.
- Youth Engagement: Advise the Highland Youth City Council, fostering youth leadership and engagement.
- Customer Service: Provide exceptional customer service to the public.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Graduation from high school plus one (1) year of specialized training in general office practices and procedures, PC operation, and various software applications.
- Two (2) years of responsible experience in public relations, marketing, event promotion, or a related field.
- Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
- Valid Utah Driver's License.
- Must be able to provide a copy of driving record.
- Must pass a drug screen.
- Must complete a background check.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Considerable knowledge of local government operations, event planning, marketing, and advertising.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Canva, or similar graphic design software.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
- Working knowledge of budgeting techniques, journalism standards, and project control.
- Skill in diplomacy, problem-solving, and providing excellent customer service.
- Ability to draft reports, analyze issues, and communicate effectively.
Work Environment:
- Typical office setting with occasional outdoor work.
- Requires physical activities such as walking, standing, and lifting.
- Periodic regional and local travel required.
- Occasional exposure to changing weather extremes while working outdoors.
Disclaimer:
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not 1 intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify this job description as needed.
All qualified applicants must pass a pre-employment testing including but not limited to: Background check (18 years of age and older), Driving Record Review, Drug Screen, and Human Performance Evaluation.
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