Description

We are seeking a Special Events Specialist to join our team! In this dynamic role, you will take the lead in establishing, managing, and promoting City-wide events and public recreation outreach initiatives. Ideal candidates will have proven experience organizing special events for municipalities and a deep understanding of logistics, community engagement, and cross-functional collaboration. Your exceptional organizational abilities, interpersonal skills, and multitasking will be essential as you coordinate all aspects of our events. If you're ready to make a positive impact and celebrate our community, we want to hear from you!

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of

Special events management
All assigned areas of recreation, specifically pertaining to special events
The policies, procedures, and activities of the Parks, Recreation & Golf Department 

Skill in

Planning, organizing, implementing and evaluating a large community event
The use audio and visual equipment
Using independent judgment and decision-making within established policies
Creating basic marketing content in regards to events using applications such as Canva
Skill in public speaking and delivering presentations with poise, voice control and confidence

Ability to

Stay abreast of changes in policy, procedures, methods, and department needs
Be professional and work with a diverse population
Work successfully in a team-oriented atmosphere that provides residents and employees with accurate information
Demonstrate good judgement and problem-solving skills
Work with participants in need of program adaptation or reasonable accommodation
Communicate effectively with employees and various facility users in order to establish and maintain positive working relationships
Prepare written documents with the proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech
Handle emergency or crisis situations and perform emergency care, if necessary
Handle sensitive of stressful situations with tact and diplomacy

Process Overview:

Apply Today: We ask that you complete and submit an online application AND INCLUDE A RESUME AND COVER LETTER which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

Qualification Review: HR will screen applications for minimum qualifications after the posting closes.

Application Review: Applications for candidates that meet minimum qualifications will be forwarded to the hiring manager, who will review and evaluate application materials.

Interview(s):We aim to schedule interviews with candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and pass the application review. 

Note: If we do not receive a sufficient number of qualified applicants, we will extend the application deadline without notice. 

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, event planning or related field and five years’ experience in event planning and oversight. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered. Current CPR and First Aid Certificate or ability to obtain within three months of hire. Requirer’s license and ability to operate various automobiles, including 15-passenger vans. CDL is not required for this position.

Equipment Used, Work Environment and Physical Activities

Driving: Drives a city or personal vehicle in the normal course of business, drives 15-passenger van (no CDL required).
Office Equipment: Daily use of computer, keyboard, copier, scanner, printer, calculator, phone (desk & cell), camera, and electronic diagnostic equipment. Daily use of software programs including Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, Word, Excel, ActiveNet.
Other Equipment: Variety of tools and equipment, as determined by the need.
Physical Activities: Moderate physical activity that may include walking, sitting, standing, stooping, bending, reaching, lifting & carrying.
Lifting: Frequently lifts, carries, and exerts up to 50 pounds.
Vision and Hearing: Must have visual acuity to see and read paper and electronic documents. Must be able to answer telephones, communicate conversation and respond to verbal inquires.
Exposure to Environmental Conditions: May be exposed to extreme heat, cold, dry, wet, odors, smoke, loud noises, vibrations, dust or intense light. May be exposed to chemicals including cleaners, solvents, paints and other potentially toxic agents.
Schedule: Position generally scheduled Monday - Friday; frequent evening and weekend work for special events. May require attendance at evening or weekend meetings, council sessions or after-hour events. May require attendance at off-site meetings.
Additional Working Conditions: May be exposed to work settings that vary in convenience and comfort. May be required to visit external, non-city work sites with the City having limited control over the work environment.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to individuals with disabilities for the essential functions of the job. 

 NOTE: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications.

The City of Commerce City is an equal opportunity employer.