Special Events Coordinator - Temporary

Under the direction of the Special Events Supervisor, support the special events coordination in the Parks and Recreation Department, Special Events Division; assist with temporary business licenses for event vendors; post to social media to promote events; document event details; arrange and coordinate the registrations; assist with logistics of events. Process applications for temporary business licenses for vendors of special events and maintain accurate files on vendor permits. Must demonstrate and have the ability to: communicate with the public, program participants and vendors effectively and professionally; provide superior customer service; navigate websites and develop online forms; pay attention to detail and follow through a project to completion; post social media advertisements; maintain accurate files and records; use software such as an online registration submission system; work any day of the week including weekends; attend key events in person; respond to requests and inquiries from vendor representatives, special event participants and citizens; understand and follow oral and written instructions; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work and make sound decisions, work independently and work in a stressful environment at times Human Resources will be contacting you at various stages of the recruitment process via email only, even if you have chosen U.S. mail for prior application processes or for applications with other agencies. Human Resources will make efforts to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled candidates in the selection process.