Job description
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1/14/2023 (7:00 PM EST)
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Event Coordinator Supervisor
Pay Grade
15
Salary
$44,664.00 - $66,168.96
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK
Hiring Agency
Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Horse Park
Location
4089 Iron Works Parkway
Lexington KY 40511 USA
Lexington KY 40511 USA
Description
The Kentucky Horse Park is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Event Coordinator Supervisor. The chosen candidate primary responsibility will be as manager of the Park’s Special Event Section. This Supervisor will be responsible for the special events that are scheduled at the Kentucky Horse Park as well as the event coordinators who are assigned to the event section.
Located within minutes of downtown Lexington, KY, the Kentucky Horse Park is a 1,224-acre working horse farm, equine theme park, and internationally renowned equine competition facility. Founded in 1978, the Park is owned and operated by the Commonwealth of Kentucky and attracts more than 800,000 visitors from around the world annually. The Park also boasts a 260-site campground and is home to the International Museum of the Horse, a Smithsonian affiliate.
The ideal candidate will have thorough knowledge of event management, both horse shows and non-equestrian events. Professional leadership and the ability to communicate and work with others as a team are key.
Key Responsibilities:
Located within minutes of downtown Lexington, KY, the Kentucky Horse Park is a 1,224-acre working horse farm, equine theme park, and internationally renowned equine competition facility. Founded in 1978, the Park is owned and operated by the Commonwealth of Kentucky and attracts more than 800,000 visitors from around the world annually. The Park also boasts a 260-site campground and is home to the International Museum of the Horse, a Smithsonian affiliate.
The ideal candidate will have thorough knowledge of event management, both horse shows and non-equestrian events. Professional leadership and the ability to communicate and work with others as a team are key.
Key Responsibilities:
- Effectively communicate with current and potential clients regarding event needs
- Supervise event staff by creating schedules, evaluating, identifying training opportunities and mentoring
- Ensuring client needs are met by coordinating needs with event and other park staff
- Physically working events; typically, nights and weekends
- Create accurate billing information for approval
- Responsible for all purchases within the events section following state procurement guidelines
- Provide detailed plans and solutions related to facilities, personnel, and policies within the section
- Other duties as assigned
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
- QuickBooks experience is a plus
- Must be able to multi-task and solve complex issues quickly and effectively
- Must be able to work effectively with other departments
- Experience in the horse industry
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Must have four years of experience in business or administration, of which one year must have been in scheduling and coordinating shows and events.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Business or administrative experience will substitute for the required college on a year-for-year basis. Current or prior military experience will substitute for the required college on a year for year basis. Prior military experience will only substitute if the individual received an honorable discharge, discharge under honorable conditions, or a general discharge.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): If employed in the Kentucky Department of Parks or the Kentucky Horse Park, must be twenty years and one day of age at time of appointment. If employed in the Kentucky Department of Parks or the Kentucky Horse Park, must obtain S.T.A.R. (Server Training in Alcohol Regulations) certification from the Kentucky Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control within six months of appointment. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.
Working Conditions
Incumbents working in this job title typically work long hours with daily exposure to dirt and noise.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Nicole Rivera at nicole.rivera@ky.gov or 859-259-4219.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
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