TDA - FND- Event Planner (57586) Job at Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Perso

To complete the supplemental questions, go to CAPPS Recruit .The Event Planner will coordinate and oversee the strategic plan for all special events and conferences for the Food and Nutrition Division (F&N) of the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA). You will work under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESDevelop and implement assigned F&N conferences, special events, exhibits including identifying required resources and ensure project schedules are completed within agreed-upon time frames.Manage and track the budget for F&N special events, conferences, and exhibitsOversee the development and implementation of contracts. Coordinate exhibit set up and serve as the TDA representative at exhibit booths, as assigned.Follow all TDA policies and procedures.Perform other duties as assigned.QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION (The application must state how each of the following qualifications are met - r esumes do not take the place of the required state of Texas application which must be completed in CAPPS or WIT. )Bachelor’s degree (one year of work experience related to the primary duties may substitute for one year of college).Three (3) years’ work experience in planning, coordinating, overseeing, and managing professional, special events and conferences.Work experience in contract and vendor oversight.Valid Texas driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.Internal candidates must meet or exceed expectations in all performance categories on the current evaluation, with a score of 3.5 or higher.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSWork experience creating original exhibit designs and event concepts.Experience with event planning registration software.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIESKnowledge of the development and operations of events and exhibits; of local, state, and federal laws related to the program area; of public administration and management techniques; of budget processes; of research techniques; and of program management processes and techniques.Skill in in providing customer service excellence to both internal and external customers; in identifying measures or indicators of program performance; and in the use of a computer and applicable software.Ability to develop gather, assemble, correlate, and analyze facts; to devise solutions to problems; to prepare reports; to develop, evaluate, and interpret policies and procedures; to communicate effectively, orally and in writing; to provide guidance to others; toexercisesoundjudgmentanddiscretion;and tomaintainthehighestlevelofconfidentiality.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONSThis position requires working in a normal office work environment and may have exposure to dust and environmental allergens consistent with normal business activities and human contact. Applicants with a driver’s license not issued by the State of Texas should obtain and be prepared to provide a copy of their current driving record on or before their first dayEqual Employment Opportunity (EEO): TDA is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, military status, or protected activity.Reasonable Accommodations: If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview or an HR representative at 512-463-7423.