Event Services Director

Under general direction, plans, coordinates, implements, and facilitates events for the Council district office. May exercise functional supervision for event completion.
Work locations and schedules may vary, depending on position and Council District. Council Aide positions are subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason. This posting may be used to fill full time, part time, and temporary positions, depending on available opportunities.

Plans, coordinates, manages, implements, and facilitates community Council district office events. Responsible for event logistics to ensure events remain within budget.Coordinates with the Communications Director on promotional materials to promote events and distribute to the community.Manages, recruits and trains the volunteer program for the Council district office.May obtain sponsorship for events by reaching out to local vendors and organizations.May assist with constituent services requests as needed.Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.Two (2) years of relevant event coordinating/planning experience.Councilmembers retain the discretion to evaluate and consider all submitted applications.Special Instructions:
A current resume must be attached to your online application. Please include all relevant work experience and education within your application and resume.

Preferred Qualifications
Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.Applicant Information
Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio Council Aides Corporation in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.Knowledge of contractor's guidelines and building policies.Skill in operating a personal computer, related applications, and the use of electronic resources.Ability to coordinate service and venue suppliers for events.Ability to meet work schedules and work independently.Ability to plan, coordinate, and implement various types of events and activities.Ability to assess the needs of the event and develop a plan suited to meet those needs.Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.Ability to provide excellent customer service and problem solving skills.Ability to work collaboratively and productively with team members.Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.Ability to perform all the physical, intellectual, and analytical requirements of the position including decision making with or without reasonable accommodation.Working conditions are primarily inside an office environment but will include traveling to conduct site visits, attend events and attend meetings at various locations.