Event Coordinator

City of Sugar Land • 10405 Corporate Drive Sugar Land, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Sugar Land is seeking a part-time Event Coordinator in the Parks and Recreation Department. The City of Sugar Land, a municipality with a population of 111,026, provides the highest quality of affordable services to meet the needs of its residents. Master-planned communities and welcoming neighborhoods enhance home values and create a sense of belonging. The community offers outstanding schools, libraries, parks, museums, restaurants, entertainment venues, and other resources that make Sugar Land a great place to work, live and raise a family. Sugar Land's aggressive economic development program has created a business-friendly environment, and numerous high-profile regional and international corporations have chosen Sugar Land as their corporate home. Sugar Land is also home to an award-winning regional airport and multiple civic organizations for those interested in the community and government.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Required
• Two years of progressively responsible experience in a municipal or corporate setting.
• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver License.
• Ability to obtain CPR/AED and First Aid Training within 6 months
• Ability to obtain CFEE (Certified Festival and Event Executive) Certification within 1 year

Nice To Haves

• Some College Experience Preferred
• Events, parks, recreation, or related discipline is a plus.
• Municipal experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, implement and evaluate events in accordance with policies and ordinances
• Develop and maintain business contacts to foster corporate sponsorship of events, activities and programs.
• Market and publicize special events, recreation and leisure services to citizens in accordance with city policy.
• Assist in establishing processes and procedures for events and programs.
• Maintain productivity and efficiency of program personnel and volunteers.
• Develop project/event budgets and monitor expenditures in compliance with City policies/procedures.
• Required to work as an essential employee before, during and after an emergency or disaster.
• Stay abreast of, and comply with, all City and departmental policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Director or his/her designee.

Benefits

• Paid Parental Leave
• On-site Wellness facilities and programming (mind, body spirit & financial preparedness)
• Access to multiple mental health benefits and resources, including a robust EAP

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED