Special Events Coordinator- AQM60034868

State of North Carolina • Dare County, NC

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The North Carolina Aquariums on Roanoke Island is seeking a dynamic, efficient, and enthusiastic Special Events Coordinator. The position coordinates and conducts year-round events, both on- and off-site, and rentals for the Aquarium facility. The coordinator manages event elements such as audiovisual use, table setup, and staging. These activities promote the Aquarium, increase attendance, and generate revenue. The position also markets, promotes, and schedules outside rentals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of experience related to the area of assignment, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Meet DNCR Fleet Safety Guidelines.
• Have or be able to obtain within 90 days of employment a valid driver's license issued within the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Experience planning and scheduling events, particularly weddings and corporate rentals, including working with vendors.
• Experience managing budgets and projecting return on investment (ROI) for existing or potential new events.
• Experience overseeing sales involving PCI compliance.
• Customer service experience.
• Experience supervising others.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and conduct a year-round schedule of on-site and off-site events and Aquarium facility rentals.
• Manage audiovisual use, table setup, staging, and other event elements.
• Market, promote, and schedule outside rental activities.
• Work cohesively with all Aquarium departments and manage designated after-business-hour events.
• Direct the collection of fiscal data, including rental and event revenue, program participation, and client evaluations.
• Interpret Aquarium exhibits for rental clients.
• Inform and recommend budgets for positions, programming, marketing, equipment, and materials, reflecting Aquarium contributions to DNCR environmental education initiatives.

Benefits

• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program as a state employee.
• The department supports paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level