Top 47 Event planning Jobs in Jacksonville Fl

Event Specialist
City of Jacksonville, FL —Jacksonville, FL
- $50,508.21 a year
- Online Application
- Word processing
- Writing skills
- Research
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
3d
Community and Special Event Coordinator, Family Support Services, Wolfson Children's Hospital
Wolfson Children's Hospital —Jacksonville, FL
- Full-time
- Background check
- Bachelor of Science
- Bachelor's degree
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14d
Junior Event Producer
RTM Business Group —Jacksonville, FL
- $50,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Research
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Commuter assistance
- Health insurance
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Meetings and Special Events Manager
Marriott International, Inc —Amelia Island, FL
- $65,000 - $83,000 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
Special Events & Volunteer Coordinator
THE SALVATION ARMY A GEORGIA CORP —Jacksonville, FL
- $20.24 - $22.77 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Research
- Mid-level
- Office
Marketing Content and Event Specialist
KR WOLFE —Jacksonville, FL
- $75,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Marketing
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Marketing Event Coordinator
LIFE CARE E-TOWN INC —Jacksonville, FL
- From $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- In-person
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Event Planner
Intercontinental Exchange Holdings, Inc. —Jacksonville, FL
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Marketing
Cycling Event Specialist
Wounded Warrior Project —Jacksonville, FL
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Special Events and Development Specialist I, Community, Full-time
Brooks Rehabilitation —Jacksonville, FL
- Full-time
- Hospital
- Research
- Mid-level
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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Event Services Associate
University of North Florida —Jacksonville, FL
- $18.27 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
Campaign Development Specialist - Light the Night - Orlando & Jacksonville
Blood Cancer United —Jacksonville, FL
- Weekends as needed
- Hybrid work
- Research
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Quick Apply
11d
Wedding & Events Sales Manager
Hampton Golf - Deerwood Country Club —Jacksonville, FL
- $52,000 - $100,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- Contracts
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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5h
Programming and Events Director
Idea Recruitment —Jacksonville, FL
- Sales
- Marketing
- Mid-level
Quick Apply
Special Events and Development Specialist I, Community, Full-time (1217)
Brooks Rehabilitation —Jacksonville, FL
- Full-time
- Hospital
- Research
- Mid-level
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
Party & Event Host
Michaels Stores —Jacksonville, FL
- Part-time
- Merchandising
- Experience working with children
- Organizational skills
- Store discount
- Commuter assistance
Party Coordinator
Urban Air Adventure Parks —Jacksonville, FL
- Evening shift
- Conflict management
- Mentoring
- Communication skills
Event Coordinator
Main Event Entertainment —Jacksonville, FL
- $16.00 - $19.25 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Excel
- Office
- Entry level
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off
14d
Catering Sales Manager
Concord Hospitality —Jacksonville, FL
- $55,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
8d
Events Coordinator
Sy-Klone International —Jacksonville, FL
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Marketing

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Event Specialist

City of Jacksonville, FL -
Jacksonville, FL

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Job Details

$50,508.21 a year
3 days ago

Benefits

Wellness program
457(b)
Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Gym membership
Loan forgiveness
Life insurance
Lunch & learns

Qualifications

Research
Driver's License
Logistics planning

Full Job Description

Job Description

Are you looking for a position with a work/life balance? Do you want to earn four (4) weeks off during your first year of employment? Do you want low and no cost health insurance options? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you need to complete your application now. Work for the city you love!!!

The Sports and Entertainment Office is actively seeking an Event Specialist.

Did you know as a City of Jacksonville employee, you would also have twelve (12) paid holidays and a personal leave day as well? In addition to health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and flexible spending plans are also available. City of Jacksonville employees are also eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness after ten (10) years of public service and on-time payments.

This is professional work in the planning, production, and execution of city-wide special events. The work requires an understanding and application of logistical planning principles, practices, procedures, methods, and techniques and knowledge of event and entertainment logistical technical requirements usually gained through degree granting schools, or an equivalent level of practical knowledge gained through experience. Contacts with others require skills in understanding and/or influencing people, and are important in providing client services, including skills of persuasiveness, assertiveness, and sensitivity to others' point of view, that are required to influence behavior, change an opinion, or turn a situation around to achieve project objectives. The work is standardized in that tasks are covered by substantially diversified procedures and specialized standards, and because of the changing priorities, or different situations, incumbents have the latitude to consider which of the many procedures or standards should be followed and in what sequence. The work is performed in an office and field environment, but the risks and hazards are minimal, known, predictable, and controllable. Operates motor vehicles, utility carts, and standard office equipment such as personal computers. Physical demands may involve moderate activities during the setting up of special events such as lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 40 pounds. Work is performed under limited supervision where the work assignments are subject to established procedures, practices, techniques, and the employee organizes his/her own work, and the work is reviewed for results achieved.

Examples of Work

Plans, organizes, produces, and executes departmental and city-wide special events and entertainment programs/productions.
Researches entertainment options.
Creates event site layout and mapping.
Coordinates needed services from other departments or outside contractors/agencies such as public safety, sound, lights, staging, scaffolding, electrical, backline, and audiovisual equipment.
Sets up and attends events to coordinate and monitor activities and resolve problems.
Contributes to the post-events evaluation and follows up on the financial assessment.
Supervises and coordinates special events volunteers and vendors.
Prepares correspondence and reports pertaining to special events.
Creates and executes contracts for events.
Coordinates and tracks all phases of the special event permit review process, including review by other city departments and collecting necessary documentation from applicant.
Orders MOT equipment for events requiring street closure and communicates closure information to businesses and residents.
Establishes and maintains records and files.
Operates motor vehicles and utility carts.
Operates standard office equipment such as personal computers using word, spreadsheet, database, mapping and other related software.
Demonstrates proficiency in the City of Jacksonville’s competencies.
Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of logistical planning principles, practices, procedures, methods, and techniques.
Knowledge of event logistics and entertainment technical requirements such as talent buying, sound, staging, lights, scaffolding, electrical, backline, and audio visual equipment.
Knowledge of event site layout and mapping.
Knowledge of the preparation of entertainment contracts and applicable legal terms.
Knowledge of special event permit requirements and guidelines.
Skill in using word processing, spreadsheet, mapping, and database computer applications.
Skill in communicating effectively, orally and in writing.
Ability to plan, organize, produce, execute, and evaluate special event and entertainment programs.
Ability to work in adverse weather conditions conducting tours of venues and working onsite at the event
Ability to establish effective working relationships.
Ability to operate motor vehicles and utility carts
Ability to operate standard office equipment such as personal computers using word, spreadsheet, database, mapping and other related software.

Open Requirements/Supplemental Information

Five years of education and/or professional experience in recreation and leisure activities, special events, or a related field, of which must include at least one year of responsible experience in producing special event and/or entertainment programs involving logistical planning and event execution.

LICENSING/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:

Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license during employment in this class.
Must qualify for, obtain, and maintain a City of Jacksonville public driver certification for employment in this class.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

The probationary period for this class is six (6) months.

A FULLY COMPLETED ONLINE APPLICATION IS REQUIRED. Apply at www.jacksonville.gov. Work history is required for all employment/volunteer work in which qualifications are being based. When meeting/basing qualifications on education, a copy of your college transcript, with your social blacked out, is required with your application. U.S. transcripts do not need to be official, but must state your name, the school’s name, classes taken, grades received, type of degree, and date degree was conferred. Transcripts outside the U.S. must be converted to U.S. standards.

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Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and the family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment and are encouraged to apply for positions being filled.

If claiming veteran's preference, you must attach a DD-214 (Member Form-4 copy) or military discharge papers, or equivalent certification from the Department of Veterans Affairs listing military status, dates of service and character of discharge. You must also attach the Veterans Preference Certification Form and if applicable, the additional forms as noted here: http://www.coj.net/departments/employee-services/veterans-preference.

If a candidate believes he or she was not afforded veteran’s preference, he or she may file a written complaint, within sixty (60) calendar days upon receipt of notification of the hiring decision, requesting an investigation to:

Florida Department of Veterans Affairs

Attention: Veterans’ Preference Coordinator

11351 Ulmerton Road, Suite 311-K

Largo, FL 33778-1630

Email: [email protected]

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