Special Events Manager
City of Belton, MO City of Belton, MO Belton, MO Belton, MO Full-time Full-time $40,617 - $61,804 a year $40,617 - $61,804 a year Department:
Parks & Recreation Reports To:
Assistant Director, Park Services FLSA Classification:
Non-Exempt Effective Date:
10/2023 GENERAL PURPOSE:
The Special Event Manager's primary responsibilities are to build strategic relationships, conduct a variety of outreach activities, and coordinate day-to-day activities involving all special events.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND
Responsibilities:
The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by the individual in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities.
Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties as assigned.
Manage and direct fundraising and sponsorship efforts for the park department, targeting individual, private, corporate, school, and other organizations.
Create marketing materials to assist in promoting sponsorship opportunities and special events.
Organize and manage special events from conception to completion, including funding, promotion, budgeting, volunteer, and staff, set up, clean up and follow up.
Assist in managing the budget for each special event.
Serve as an ambassador of the mission of the Belton Park Department with current and potential partners.
Self-starter with the ability to manage time effectively.
The ability to work through stringent deadlines with acute attention to detail and a focus on priorities.
Exercise professional judgement and responsibility in the management of special events and fundraising efforts.
Lend administrative assistance and guidance in order to obtain and nurture partnerships.
Other duties as assigned by the Assistant Park Director.
MINIMUM
Qualifications:
Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time.
Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to work schedule.
Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to exhibit a positive approach in public contact and a calm nature in problem solving situations.
Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
Education and
Experience:
Desired Bachelor's Degree in Events Management, Marketing, Communications, or related field.
At least 1 year of fundraising experience is preferred.
1-3 years minimum in special events planning and implementation preferred.
Proven experience in meeting and exceeding performance goals.
Must have documented successful partnership cultivation experience and a keen understanding of fundraising/income development.
Possession of valid State Driver's License.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms.
The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and use hands to finger, handle, feel or operated objects, tools, equipment, or controls.
The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally more.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Parks & Recreation Reports To:
Assistant Director, Park Services FLSA Classification:
Non-Exempt Effective Date:
10/2023 GENERAL PURPOSE:
The Special Event Manager's primary responsibilities are to build strategic relationships, conduct a variety of outreach activities, and coordinate day-to-day activities involving all special events.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND
Responsibilities:
The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by the individual in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities.
Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties as assigned.
Manage and direct fundraising and sponsorship efforts for the park department, targeting individual, private, corporate, school, and other organizations.
Create marketing materials to assist in promoting sponsorship opportunities and special events.
Organize and manage special events from conception to completion, including funding, promotion, budgeting, volunteer, and staff, set up, clean up and follow up.
Assist in managing the budget for each special event.
Serve as an ambassador of the mission of the Belton Park Department with current and potential partners.
Self-starter with the ability to manage time effectively.
The ability to work through stringent deadlines with acute attention to detail and a focus on priorities.
Exercise professional judgement and responsibility in the management of special events and fundraising efforts.
Lend administrative assistance and guidance in order to obtain and nurture partnerships.
Other duties as assigned by the Assistant Park Director.
MINIMUM
Qualifications:
Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time.
Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to work schedule.
Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to exhibit a positive approach in public contact and a calm nature in problem solving situations.
Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
Education and
Experience:
Desired Bachelor's Degree in Events Management, Marketing, Communications, or related field.
At least 1 year of fundraising experience is preferred.
1-3 years minimum in special events planning and implementation preferred.
Proven experience in meeting and exceeding performance goals.
Must have documented successful partnership cultivation experience and a keen understanding of fundraising/income development.
Possession of valid State Driver's License.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms.
The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and use hands to finger, handle, feel or operated objects, tools, equipment, or controls.
The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally more.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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