Arts & Events Coordinator

Town of Mooresville•Mooresville, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Arts & Events Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating Town-sponsored community-wide special events, performing arts programs, receptions, grand openings, groundbreakings, ribbon cuttings, employee recognition events, and other community functions. This position plays a key role in creating engaging experiences for the community while coordinating with Town departments, vendors, contractors, volunteers, performers, and community organizations to ensure successful events and programs. The position also coordinates performing arts rentals and venue calendars, oversees the community events permitting process, and supports the technical and operational aspects of performances at Town facilities. The Arts & Events Coordinator supervises intermittent Arts & Events staff and volunteers and reports to the Experience & Engagement Manager.

Requirements

Associate degree in Communications, Event Management, Hospitality, Tourism, or a closely related field
Two (2) years of experience planning and implementing large-scale special events
Possession of a valid North Carolina Driver's License

Nice To Haves

Experience contracting with performing artists is preferred

Responsibilities

Plan, implement, and evaluate community-wide special events, receptions, groundbreakings, grand openings, ribbon cuttings, and similar functions
Manage performing arts rentals from initial inquiry through invoicing, including responding to inquiries and coordinating venue tours
Manage the Mooresville Performing Arts Center and Liberty Park calendars, including performances, rentals, special events, and community activities
Coordinate scheduling for the Joe V. Knox Auditorium at the Charles Mack Citizen Center in collaboration with the facility manager
Coordinate and administer the community events permit program
Coordinate and implement employee recognition activities and events as requested
Coordinate with event contractors, vendors, performers, volunteers, and other partners
Attend technical week rehearsals to supervise and assist with technical aspects of performances
Assist guest designers and artists with technical matters
Supervise and assist with set and stage construction and oversight
Orient facility renters to venues, with an emphasis on technical requirements and safety
Monitor lighting, sound, rigging, and other technical equipment and arrange for repair or replacement as needed
Research new event and performing arts opportunities and implement programs as directed
Advise production managers and lighting and sound designers regarding technical equipment specifications, costs, and usage
Recruit, train, and assign student, volunteer, and paid staff for individual shows
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, volunteers, contractors, vendors, and the public
Perform other related duties as assigned

Benefits

5% Town contribution to your 401(k), no employee match required
Choice of three medical plans, including an HSA plan with Town contributions
Town-paid life insurance at 1.5× annual salary
Fully paid short- and long-term disability coverage (up to $8,000 per month)
Wellness Incentive Program, with a discount of $240 annually on medical premium for participation
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering 24/7 mental health and work-life support
Volunteer Time-Off: 16 hours per calendar year to volunteer at any approved agency or organization
Vacation Leave: Starting 2026, new hires receive 14 vacation days upfront!
Holidays: Employees accrue 13-14 paid holidays per year
Floating Holiday and Wellness Day: New hires receive one Floating Holiday and one Wellness Day up front each year
Bereavement Leave: Up to five days per occurrence for deaths within the employee’s immediate family
On-site clinic for eligible employees and dependents coming in 2026!
Down payment assistance
Pet insurance
Gym reimbursement