Are you someone who loves being outdoors and who enjoys sharing that love? Are you a meticulous planner who enjoys working all of the small, finer details and tasks needed to bring an event to life? Great Parks is seeking a detail-oriented self-starter to serve as the Events Coordinator for its events and experiences. The Events Coordinator owns the logistical execution of Great Parks’ portfolio of special events, milestone celebrations, and external sponsorship opportunities.
As a key member of the Special Events team, you will help captivate local and regional audiences by helping to craft unique, large-scale outdoor experiences through sourcing/contracting vendors, day-of-event coordination, purchasing and maintaining event supplies/decorations, and engaging a wide-array of audiences at select external community celebrations.
At Great Parks, our team members work together to preserve and protect natural resources and to provide outdoor recreation and education in order to enhance the quality of life for present and future generations. Be a part of an inclusive organization that enriches the region by inspiring nature-based experiences, celebrating cultural heritage and building strong and healthy communities through our dedicated staff, volunteers, and friends.

QUALIFICATIONS

An appropriate combination of education, training, course work and experience may qualify an applicant to demonstrate required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of an acceptable qualification is:

• A minimum of 1 year of experience working in event planning, community engagement, customer relations, or related role is required. Bachelor’s Degree in hospitality, event management, marketing, communications, business administration, or related field from an accredited university is preferred.
• Ability to document identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of original appointment as a condition of employment in compliance with Immigration Reform and Control Act requirements.

LICENSE OF CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

State Motor Vehicle Operator’s License that meets GPHC current carrier guidelines.
We offer an excellent benefit package that includes medical, dental and life insurance; paid vacation, 11 holidays and sick time; enrollment in Ohio Public Employees Retirement System and free or discounted use of many Great Parks of Hamilton County recreational activities.
Great Parks is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, military status, or any other classification protected under applicable law

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