Activities Coordinator

Leland Management, Inc•Leesburg, FL

About The Position

Join our Team! Leland Management is seeking an Activities Coordinator for one of our communities in the Leesburg, FL area. Join our team to learn why the Orlando Business Journal has named us one of Central Florida’s Best Places to Work for 15 consecutive years, including winning first place in our category for 2021! The position is full-time (Monday thru Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm with occasional evenings and weekends) with competitive pay and excellent benefits. Position Description: Plans and oversees social events for the community. The Homeowners Association (HOA) Activities Coordinator is responsible for planning, organizing, and executing community events and activities to enhance the overall resident experience within the community. This role involves coordinating various social, recreational, and educational activities to foster a sense of community and engagement among homeowners. This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with it. Duties may be altered or assigned at the discretion of the HOA.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent, associate’s degree in business or hospitality preferred
Three (3) to five (5) years of business experience preferred including event planning
Strong customer service, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills required
Experience and training in office procedures, office machines and basic accounting
Excellent computer skills. Knowledge of HOA rules and regulations is a plus.
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.
Intermediate command of computer hardware/software is required
Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, Power Point, Publisher, In Design and Outlook
E-mail, experience with Canva, (an online website which designs posters).
Detailed oriented and ability to multitask
Ability to prioritize work schedule / tasks
Self-starter
Team player
Valid Florida driver’s license
Clean driving record with no accidents or traffic violation

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of HOA rules and regulations is a plus.

Responsibilities

Event Planning: Plan and organize a variety of community events, including social gatherings, holiday celebrations, educational workshops, and recreational activities.
Collaborate with the HOA board, committees, and residents to identify preferences and ensure events align with the community's interests.
Community Engagement: Develop strategies to encourage resident participation in community activities and increase overall engagement.
Solicit and incorporate resident feedback to continuously improve the quality and diversity of events.
Coordinate with CAM and Maintenance Supervisor the annual special projects and Club House Maintenance.
Plan, coordinate and implements all PHOA funded events and/or shows; including but not limited to budgeting, ticket sales, scheduling room use, facilitating preparations (setup, execution and breakdown, scheduling and cleaning) and procurement of all supplies needed for the activities.
Attend all events and shows that are funded and supported by the PHOA. Attend other shows and events as needed; to be coordinated with the CAM and/or the Board of Directors.
Collaborate with talent and travel agents and attend local showcases to preview events for possible presentations to the community.
Must be comfortable with public speaking.
Publish social calendar for distribution electronically or hard copy. Edit and produce community newsletter.
Negotiate necessary contracts for shows, workshops, classes, and other forms of entertainment for presentation to the CAM for approval.
Create printed information for distribution, including performer bio, show synopses or itineraries for events, and posters and flyers advertising events and classes,
Retain complete and current files for all events including copies of all event related items; performer bios, show synopses, contracts, flyers, tickets, ticket sale information, itineraries, critiques and recommendations, etc.
Develop and manage the budget for community activities, ensuring cost-effectiveness and adherence to financial guidelines set by the HOA for all events, including submitting check and petty cash requests for event expenditures, balancing checks with ticket sales, ensuring deposits are completed, tallying total costs and sales for submitting sales and usage taxes.
Maintain accurate financial records relating to the newsletter.
Act as Community Liaison for Community Website, providing updates as needed and directed. Update community website and ensure the Community access TV channel has been updated.
Effectively communicate event details, schedules, and updates to residents through various channels, such as newsletters, community bulletin boards, and the HOA website. Respond promptly to resident inquiries and feedback related to community. Maintain accurate records of event expenses, attendance, and feedback for future reference and continuous improvement.
Prepare, coordinate and execute E-blasts.
Ensure all safety precautions are followed while performing duties.
Serving as backup for the RSO as needed.
Special projects, work overflow and all other work as assigned by the CAM