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City of Fishers ยท 2 months ago

Experience Coordinator (Event Planner)

The City of Fishers Parks Department is seeking an Experience Coordinator to plan, develop, and implement special events and programs. This role involves working closely with stakeholders to provide a world-class experience for participants and guests, managing logistical aspects of events, and ensuring exceptional customer service.

GovernmentProperty DevelopmentResidential

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate and lead programs, activities, and special events, as assigned
Assist PR/Marketing team in creating a strategic marketing plan for each event (including announcement, social media needs, graphic design, event signage orders and website updates)
Manage all logistical aspects of programs and events, including applicable permitting, run of event, vendor management, creation of site maps, set-up/tear-down responsibilities, and staff coverage
Communicate and coordinate needs and adhere to deadlines with internal departments (Marketing/PR, Public Safety, Public Works, etc.) and outside contractors/agencies
Provide onsite management for events; event staff/volunteer supervision, vendor management, alcohol management and conflict resolution
Provide exceptional customer service, both internally and externally
Supervise seasonal program staff and volunteers
Gather feedback and provide post-event evaluations and follow up, including financial assessment of each program or event
Pursue and maintain partnership opportunities with local organizations/vendors
Coordinate advance hospitality and production for events with live entertainment
Perform administrative duties, including, but not limited to; managing program registration and participation, tracking event budgets, purchasing, and keeping equipment and supply inventory updated
Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualification

Event planningCustomer serviceOffice softwareRegistration softwareMulti-taskingLeadership skillsCommunication skills

Required

Valid driver's license and ability to be insured to drive a city vehicle required
Working knowledge of office software (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, etc.)
Work is physical in nature, requiring the ability to lift and carry at least 25 lbs
Work requires frequent standing, walking, bending and lifting
Knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures used to coordinate events
Strong customer service skills
Ability to communicate with a variety of people, verbally and in writing
Ability to work under sometimes stressful and/or difficult situations
Ability to work on multiple projects at one time
Ability to work evenings and weekends required
Strong leadership skills and confidence in decision making and clear delegation

Preferred

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university is preferred
Three (3) or more years of experience in event planning preferred
Working knowledge of registration software preferred

Company

City of Fishers

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City of Fishers is a government site of a smart, vibrant, and entrepreneurial city.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Indy Lane, MD, MBA, FACOG
Chief Medical Officer Fishers Health Department
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