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Special Events Manager Jobs
Company | Animal Welfare Association of Colorado |
Address | , Denver |
Employment type | FULL_TIME |
Salary | $55,000 - $65,000 a year |
Expires | 2023-11-14 |
Posted at | 9 months ago |
Purpose of Position: Oversee strategy, planning and implementation of special events.
Responsibilities
- Help create and monitor special events budget and annual plans.
- Oversee all event logistics including management of contractors, volunteers, sponsors, and vendors.
- Provide effective solicitation, cultivation and stewardship events.
- In partnership with the Development Team, provide tools, guidance and support to external fundraising groups that wish to raise money on behalf of League.
- Develop and monitor effectiveness of League special events and recommend new strategies.
- Monitor and evaluate departmental/area processes and procedures to maximize efficient uses of resources.
- Effectively negotiate vendor and sponsor contracts.
- Work with League leadership to create new fundraising opportunities and identify and attract new[AK1] contributions.
- Work with League Marketing and Communications team to coordinate efforts and develop messaging related to special events.
- Participate in inter-departmental meetings and discussions to support and develop League initiatives.
- Establishes and monitors staff safety and regulatory compliance Develop strategy for planning, implementation, and analysis for all League events.
- Manages and develops an effective staff: providing effective communication, leadership, guidance and resources. Determines staff qualifications and competency: recruits, interviews, selects, hires, trains, orients, mentors, evaluates, coaches, counsels, disciplines, and rewards.
People Care
People are the key to fulfilling our mission. Making internal and external patrons and their needs a primary focus is expected in all situations. This position interacts with and collaborates with employees at all levels of the organization. Communication occurs through face to face, telephone, and electronic interactions and may also include contact with the general public and League business partners. Communication and contact must be clear, understandable, cooperative, professional and respectful in all circumstances. Employees are expected to actively support a positive team environment, directly address conflict, and appropriately express concerns.
Competencies
Competencies are work behaviors and expectations necessary for successful job performance. They encompass knowledge, skills, abilities, attitudes, and actions. Additional definitions for competencies may be obtained from Human Resources.
Organizational Competencies
- Emotional Intelligence
- Customer and Community Focus
- Adapting to Change and Ambiguity
- Excellence
- Integrity and Ethics
Leadership Competencies
- Project and Process Management
- Developing Direct Reports
- Delivering Results
- Building and Leading Effective Teams
Position Competencies
- Strategic Thinking
- Fiscal Responsibility
- Managing Resources
- Attention to Detail
- Leadership
- Initiative
- Conflict Management
- Decision Making
- Analytical Thinking
- Accountability
- Innovation
- Financial Acumen
- Teamwork
- Technical Expertise
- Flexibility
- Time Management
Supervisory or Managerial Responsibility
- Special Events team
- Volunteers
Travel
- This position requires driving a company vehicle
- This position requires up to 10% travel in state
Schedule
Available to work some evenings and weekends
Full Time Benefits – Please visit our website for a comprehensive list of all offered benefits.
- Sabbatical program
- League-paid Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) with matching
- Holiday Pay
- Flexible spending accounts
- And more!
- Benefits (medical, dental, and vision)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
Compensation: Starting at $55,000.00-$65,000.00 (starting pay commensurate with market, experience, and equity)
Work Conditions and Physical Requirements
Performs work primarily in an office setting. Potentially prolonged periods of sitting and repetitive motion. May work in an area with high noise level. Potentially subject to animal bites and scratches. Exposure to cleaning chemicals, fumes, dust, animal dander, and feces. Occasional lifting with reasonable accommodation. Event days: continuous walking, stooping, lifting, and repetitive motion; work outside exposed to weather elements, both heat and cold.
Requirements
Position Qualifications
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Good listening skills
- Ability to plan and manage concurrent events
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
- Budget management
- Ability to work under pressure
- Exhibit a keen attention to detail, including follow-through and follow-up
- Strategic planning, teamwork and excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Knowledge of special event permitting process and requirements
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, high level of organization, attention to detail and ability to be self-motivated
Required
Education: Associate’s degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or equivalent experience
Work Experience: Five years of experience in nonprofit special events management with experience organizing staff and volunteers including experience in vendor relationships and contract negotiation
Special Training, Certification or Licensure: Valid driver’s license with insurable driving record
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