Special Events Coordinator- AQM60034904

About the role

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) takes care of the things that people love about North Carolina. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state, including 27 historic sites, seven history museums, two art museums, five science museums, four aquariums, 35 state parks, four recreation areas, dozens of state trails and natural areas, the North Carolina Zoo, the State Library, the State Archives, the N.C. Arts Council, the African American Heritage Commission, the American Indian Heritage Commission, the State Historic Preservation Office, the Office of State Archaeology, the Highway Historical Markers program, the N.C. Land and Water Fund, and the Natural Heritage Program. The Department's vision is to be the leader in using the state's natural and cultural resources to build the social, cultural, educational, and economic future of North Carolina. Everyone is welcome. For more information, please visit www.dncr.nc.gov. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team! Description of Work Have you ever wondered what it might be like to work at an Aquarium? The North Carolina Aquariums at Fort Fisher is seeking a dynamic, efficient, and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Special Events Coordinator. This position reports directly to the Aquarium Director and is responsible for coordinating and conducting a year-round schedule of events, both on and off-site, and rentals for the Aquarium facility. These events will promote the Aquarium, increase attendance, and generate revenue. The coordinator will work with all departments within the Aquarium and will be able to interpret Aquarium exhibits to rental clients.

Responsibilities

• Market, promote, schedule, and manage activities including after business hour events
• A/V use, table set-up, staging, and other elements of events will be performed and managed
• Responsible for the collection of fiscal data including rental and event revenue, program participation, and client evaluation
• Inform and recommend a budget for positions, programming, marketing, equipment, and materials, and to reflect Aquarium contributions to DNCR environmental and education initiatives, based on data
• Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
• Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.
• Recruitment Range: $43,267 - $47,598
• Experience in planning and scheduling events with emphasis on working with weddings and corporate rentals, including working with associated vendors.
• Demonstrated supervisory experience.
• Experience in marketing, social media, and customer service.
• Demonstrated experience with sales and budgeting.
• Experience in sales contract management.
• Experience in planning and collaborating with community organizations with an emphasis on festivals and family friendly events
• Position/Physical Requirements:
• Weekend, evening, and holiday work will be required. Occasional travel is also required for Aquarium meetings.
• Must meet DNCR Fleet Safety Guidelines and have ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license issued from within the United States or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment.
• Must be able to work indoors and outdoors as needed.
• Must have the ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Recommended candidate will be subject to a background check prior to hiring.
• This position is located at:
• 900 Loggerhead Road
• Kure Beach, NC 28449
• Follow us on Social Media at:
• Learn about the NC Aquariums: https://www.ncaquariums.com
• www.facebook.com/NCAquariumFF
• www.facebook.com/NCaquariumPKS
• www.facebook.com/NCAquariumRI
• Minimum Education and Experience
• Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience.

Benefits

Additional Information

Agency Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources Division Aquariums Job Classification Title Program Coordinator II (NS) Position Number 60034904 Grade NC10

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