RiverScape Events Facilitator

Position Description

Supports development, logistics, and facilitation of events and activities. The Events Facilitator will provide input related implementing social media strategies and provides administrative support to assigned work group.

Duties/Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must perform essential duties to expected performance standards.   Reasonable accommodations are made as required for persons with disabilities as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Supports the development and operation of events. Provides on-site support, post-event follow-ups, and debriefs and other related event responsibilities   

Supports promotional efforts related to marketing events which may include creating signage, web updates, event program content review for advertising, media appearances, populate social media posts, creates e-mail newsletters, and facilitates distribution of print materials.

Informs groups utilizing the facilities as to the rules and safety precautions required in operating events. Provides support to customers, partners, and sponsors with event logistics including but not limited to: electrical, sound, lights, tents, tables, chairs, security, street closures, parking lots, and buildings. Assists in monitoring and enforcing adherence to rules and regulations.

Provides administrative support to assigned work group. Responsibilities may include processing invoices, creating reports, data entry, and drafting communications for stakeholders, customers, and others.  

Supports agency goals, special projects, cross departmental needs, and all other duties as assigned.

Maintains confidentiality of confidential or sensitive records and information.  

Works assigned schedule, exhibits regular and punctual attendance and works outside of normal schedule as required.  

Assists in identifying sponsorship and community partner opportunities.

Assists in proposing and works within annual budget.

An ability to work a very irregular schedule including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays is required.

Provides service to the public, responding to questions or concerns related to their events, offering assistance, membership, and providing information.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. A combination of appropriate education, training, course work and experience may qualify an applicant to demonstrate required knowledge, skills, and abilities.  An example of an acceptable qualification is:

• High School Diploma or GED
• One year of work experience in programming, event planning, and/or administrative responsibilities.
• Ability to work a varied schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Experience in supporting large-scale events and fundraisers preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
• Valid Driver’s License which meets Five Rivers MetroParks’ insurance carrier guidelines.

Candidates must successfully complete a criminal background check and drug screening test prior to employment.  

Additional Information

WORK ENVIRONMENT  

The work environment is that of a typical office setting but also includes periods of outside work in a variety of weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to adverse environmental conditions