Special Events Coordinator - Casino jobs in Newport News, VA

Only online applications to our website will be considered. To apply, please visit the James City County Career Center at https://jobs.jamescitycountyva.gov

Program Coordinator I/II/III-Special Events/Special Interests

$42,734 / year or higher DOQ Full Time County Benefits

The James City County Parks & Recreation Department seeks an individual to perform advanced professional work in the planning, development, supervision, management, and evaluation of comprehensive county-wide special events and special interest camps, classes, and activities for families and individuals of all ages. Work schedule will be Monday-Friday, 8a.m.- 5p.m. with some evenings and weekends.

There are three levels of Program Coordinator distinguished by the level of work performed and the qualifications of the employee.

Program Coordinator I: $42,734 / year or higher DOQ
Program Coordinator II: $45,704 / year or higher DOQ
Program Coordinator III: $48,903 / year or higher DOQ

Responsibilities:

• Coordinates and manages multiple large- and small-scale community special events and numerous special interest classes and camps.
• Facilitates the work and collaboration of event planning teams.
• Hires, supervises, trains, and evaluates multiple part-time staff and volunteers.
• Serves as a primary contact/liaison to County staff and community partners, and training resource for matters pertaining to special events and special interests programs and best practices in recreational settings.
• Prepares, develops, and monitors the annual budget, performance measures and statistics, program and service evaluations, marketing efforts, and other daily administrative functions.

Requirements:

• Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Recreation, Event Planning or related field, preferably from a National Recreation and Parks Association (NRPA) accredited college or university; and considerable experience in special events and class and camp program design, community recreation program planning, implementation, and evaluation, and leading and supervising diverse staff and volunteers; or any equivalent combination of acceptable education and experience.
• Knowledge of varying types of demographics and associated needs and experience in planning a wide range of recreation activities.
• Considerable knowledge of stages of growth and development and safety and health practices of varying age groups and abilities.
• Considerable knowledge of special event and program procedures according to industry standards.
• Knowledge and ability of shared leadership in the daily implementation of specific programs.
• Ability to work effectively in a team setting and with children, families, staff, and community partners and contacts.
• Ability to lift and carry as much as 50 or more pounds for as long as 300 feet.
• Ability to solve complex problems and work efficiently and effectively under pressure such as deadlines or emergencies.
• Ability to demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Skill in use of computer software, such as Microsoft Office, video conferencing, design, recreation management, etc.
• Must possess, or be able to obtain within 30 days of hire, a valid Virginia driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record based on James City County’s criteria.
• Must possess, or be able to obtain within sixty (60) days of hire, certification in First Aid and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for Professional Rescuers (Infant, Adults, and Child).

Accepting applications until position is filled. Cover letters and resumes may also be attached, but a fully completed application is required for your application to be considered.

Only online applications to our website will be considered. To apply, please visit the James City County Career Center at https://jobs.jamescitycountyva.gov

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $42,734.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Multiple locations