Special Events Coordinator

• Proven knowledge and abilities are required in a wide variety of recreation events and programs.
• Experience is required in all aspects of recruiting, hiring, training, assigning, supervising, and evaluating event support staff and contracted event vendors.
• Ability to improve existing events; organize new events through the stages of planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating; budget preparation and execution; program marketing; and collaborations with other organizations.
• Ability to interact directly with the public utilizing excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work no traditional hours as needed including some nights and weekends.

The work is medium and requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, fingering, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motions, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, and walking.

The City of Conroe offers great benefits such as medical, dental, vision and life insurance, retirement plan, employee assistance program, paid time off and free membership at the City's pool and recreation center facilities.

Starting salary for this position is $65,085 annually.

The City of Conroe is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Must pass background check and pre-employment substance abuse screening as a condition of employment.

A motor vehicle record check and job-related doctor's physical exam may also be required.

S afety-sensitive positions remain subject to random drug and alcohol testing after hire.