Events Supervisor

City of Albuquerque•Albuquerque, NM

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Supervise, assign, review and participate in the work of staff responsible for the coordination of entertainment and logistics for a variety of assigned events including venue rentals; ensure work quality and adherence to established policies and procedures including customer service and professionalism. Perform the more technical and complex tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility. Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Requirements

Associate's degree in business, marketing, communications, psychology, sociology, theatre/fine art, public relations or education
Five (5) years of event or program planning experience
One (1) year of supervisory or lead experience
Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License or the ability to obtain within ninety (90) days from date of hire.
Possession of a City Operator’s Permit (COP) within 6 months from hire date.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English / Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate, schedule, and organize client rentals of event venue.
Implement high levels of customer service to book and execute facility rentals to ensure a successful event.
Coordinate with City vendors to maintain facility through repairs and cleaning.
Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise, review and participate in the work of staff responsible for the coordination of event logistics for a variety of assigned events, including regular daily programs.
Establish schedules and methods for providing artistic services; identify resource needs; review needs with appropriate management staff; allocate resources accordingly.
Participate in the development of policies and procedures; monitor work activities to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures; make recommendations for changes and improvements to existing standards and procedures.
Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; implement approved policies and procedures.
Plan and coordinate various events and daily programs; develop and review contracts with various contractors; ensure event compliance with established contract standards.
Coordinate the maintenance and repair of assigned event facilities including the maintenance and repair of recreational equipment; oversee and approve purchases of new equipment and needed supplies.
Perform the more complex and difficult tasks of the work group including seeking and obtaining private sector and media sponsorship for assigned events.
Work closely with outside agencies and neighborhood associations in the preparation for assigned events; assist in negotiating and reviewing contracts to ensure compliance.
Participate in the selection of events staff; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline procedures.
Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise, review and participate in the work of box office activities and regular daily programs as required.
Act as Manager on Duty for selected events as required.
Participate in the preparation and administration of the assigned event budget; submit budget recommendations; monitor expenditures.
Prepare analytical and statistical reports on operations and activities.
Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of event planning.
Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.