Community Events/Development Coordinator

City of Sun Prairie

Sun Prairie is a vibrant and thriving community located in northeastern Dane county, just east of the City of Madison. The City of Sun Prairie has experienced strong population growth since its incorporation from a village to a city in 1958, undergoing a transformation from a relatively small community of less than 4,000 to an estimated 32,933 today.The City is well situated regionally, with excellent access to major transportation routes and facilities. Known by many as the birthplace of artist Georgia O'Keefe, Sun Prairie benefits from its proximity to the City of Madison and the University of Wisconsin, which provide many amenities, events, and attractions for both residents of and visitors to the Sun Prairie area.Sun Prairie has become known in the region for its high quality of life, its excellent parks and recreation programs, historic downtown, its exceptional public school system, and progressive approach to the development and redevelopment of the community.

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Position Details

Community Events/Development Coordinator
Job
Full-time
12/4/2019
Southeast Wisconsin
Sun Prairie, WI

Looking for enthusiastic candidate to oversee, coordinate and evaluate a variety of city-sponsored community events as well as develop and coordinate sponsorship, partnership and alternative revenue source opportunities for the city. Ideal candidate will enjoy organizing 15-20 community events throughout the year, including the Sun Prairie Farmer’s Market, BID Events and Parks, Recreation & Forestry Events, as well as evaluate risk/manage liability for community events and volunteers. Is expected to pursue and secure sponsorships and donations from businesses and private donors to support the programs. Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation/Parks Management, Communications, Event Planning, Fund Raising, Public Relations, Marketing or a related field is desired. Minimum of 3 years experience in resource development, fundraising and/or planning of special events, or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Knowledge of resource development principles related to government and/or non-profit services is preferred.

50% Community Event Coordination:

  • Develops plans, organizes and implements community wide and program-specific community events.
  • Works with City staff and collaborates with all departments to coordinate and facilitate community events.
  • Develops and maintains community partnerships to facilitate community events.
  • Evaluates risk and manages liability for community events and volunteers, and recommends necessary action.
  • Evaluates events and makes recommendations for improvement; seeks input from the public, staff and volunteers.
  • Works with City departments to secure necessary permits and permissions.
  • Secures and schedules facilities as needed.
  • Organizes and assists with the preparation of, set up and take down for events; directs work of parks and other support staff in the preparation, setup and takedown of events.
  • Promotes community events utilizing media releases, social media, and other advertising methods and techniques.
  • Utilizes seasonal employees and volunteers to assist with community events; recruits, trains, schedules and evaluates seasonal employees and volunteers.
  • Serves as a Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department liaison to the Tourism Commission, BID and Farmer's Market Advisory Board.
  • Serves as point of contact at special events; may require weekend and holiday work hours. 

50% Development Coordination:

  • Develops sponsorship programs for community events, programs and projects; pursues and secures sponsorships and donations from businesses and private donors to support the events, programs and projects.
  • Develops and maintains community relationships to maximize community support for City services.
  • Designs, implements and evaluates a resource development strategy for the City.
  • Serves as the City sponsorship contract manager.
  • Researches and identifies potential sponsors and partners based on their giving strategies and the relevance to City needs.
  • Coordinates and implements all sponsorship development efforts.
  • Responsible for the drafting, implementation and monitoring of agreements for sponsorships, ensuring performance by both the City and the sponsor.
  • Collects funds due based on contracts or sponsorship agreements.
  • Act as liaison for various new projects that require fundraising activity.
  • Obtains quotes for professional services needed on related projects; serves as liaison with professional service providers as needed.
  • Performs other related job duties as required.

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Recreation/Parks Management, Communications, Event Planning, Fund Raising, Public Relations, Marketing or a related field is desired.

A minimum of three years of experience in the coordination of resource development, fundraising and/or planning of special events, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the following knowledge, abilities and skills:

  • Knowledge of resource development principles related to government and/or non-profit services.
  • Knowledge of methods and principles involved in the planning and organization of community events.
  • Knowledge of the general use of office equipment including computers, smartphones, and relevant software programs.
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload; manage and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, community business partners, private donors and the general public.
  • Ability to maintain appropriate records and files related to community events and sponsorship records.
  • Skill in oral and written communications, public relations, networking, and relationship building.
  • Start: $50,000-$53,500/yr with benefits, including WRS.
  • HEALTH INSURANCE
  • DENTAL INSURANCE
  • LIFE INSURANCE
  • INCOME CONTINUATION INSURANCE
  • VISION INSURANCE
  • SICK LEAVE
  • PAID PARENTAL LEAVE
  • PAID VACATION
  • PAID HOLIDAYS


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