Events Coordinator

Class Title

Assists event clients in the planning and facilitation of festivals and programs that occur on city property.

Duties

1.Assigns work to subordinates.

2.Assists visitors and telephone callers; works the events to guarantee quality implementation and service.

3.Coordinates service and facility requirements with supervisory and other personnel engaged in police and fire protection, catering and related services and in housekeeping, electrical, and mechanical maintenance tasks.

4.Fosters partnerships with event organizers; performs analysis of operating procedures as it relates to event planning and facilitation.

5.Orders supplies; secures insurance, licenses and binding contracts for events.

6.Collects money from promoters, group leaders and vendors at scheduled events.

7.Reviews and drafts correspondence and reports for supplies and materials. Oversees maintenance of files and records.

8.Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

1). High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.

2). Ability to manage public building or buildings, which equates to six (6) years of

training and experience in management and supervision.

3). Ability to plan, initiate and execute approved policies and procedures; verbal

and numerical facility; and ability to maintain harmonious relationships with the

public and among subordinates.

4). Valid state vehicle operator's license.

5). Ability to use Microsoft Word and Excel.

Physical Requirements

1.May have excessive walking, standing, and multiple conversations with the public via in person and over the or email.

2.Will be required to move up to 25 pounds to perform job and walk from job site to job site.

3.Must be able to communicate clearly and properly, and properly identify color.

Working Conditions

1.Moderate to extensive pace environment.

2.May work in dusty storage areas.

3.May work during inclement weather and heated conditions.

Physical Demands

Travel will be required locally from location to location to accomplish job assignments and visit job sites.

The City of Shreveport offers many benefits including vacation and sick leave, health, dental and vision insurance, 10 paid holidays per calendar year and long term disability.

01

Do you have a High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution?

• Yes

• No

02

Do you have a valid state vehicle operator's license?

• Yes

• No

03

How many years of training and experience do you have in management and supervision?

• No experience

• Less than six years

• At least six years but less than eight years

• At least eight years but less than ten years

• Ten or more years

04

Please list the name of the company where you obtained this experience and the duties that you performed? (if there is more than one company, please list each separately). Company: Duties: Years:

Required Question

Agency City of Shreveport

Address 505 Travis St, Suite 530

Shreveport, Louisiana, 71101

Phone (318) 673-5151

Website http://www.shreveportla.gov