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Special Events Specialist

City of Commerce City
Center, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 1/8/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/7/2025
Creating meaningful experiences that bring people together is at the heart of this role. The City is seeking a Special Events Specialist to lead the planning and execution of vibrant, city-wide events. If you have a talent for exceptional organizational abilities, interpersonal skills, multi-tasking, and excellent time management skills, this role is your chance to shine. 

Hiring salary is dependent upon experience. 
The hiring range for the position:
$32.66 - $36.29 / hour.



We care about our employees and offer a generous benefits package: health and wellness benefits, a 6% retirement contribution match and a 3% 457 Deferred Compensation match, PTO, work/life balance, and more.   

We value diversity and inclusivity in our workplace and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We are committed to creating a welcoming and supportive environment for all employees. If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career with the City of Commerce City, we encourage you to apply!

Be A Part Of It and contribute to Commerce City's vibrant growth and development as we strive to provide exceptional services and foster a thriving community.  

Please review the full job description here!

Bachelors degree in Recreation, event planning or related field and five years experience in event planningAn equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered. Current CPR and First Aid Certificate or ability to obtain within six months of hire.


Requires valid driver’s license and ability to operate various automobiles, including15-

passenger vans. CDL is not required for this position.


Knowledge of

  • special events management 

  • audio and visual equipment

  • policies, procedures, and activities of the Community Relations Department and ability to stay abreast of changes in policy, procedures, methods, and department needs


Ability to

  • be professional and work with a diverse population

  • work successfully in a team-oriented atmosphere that provides residents and employees with accurate information

  • demonstrate good judgment and problem-solving skills

  • work with participants needing program adaptation or reasonable accommodation


Skill in

  • public speaking and delivering presentations with poise, voice control and confidence

  • communicate effectively with employees and various facility users in order to establish and maintain positive working relationships

  • prepare written documents with the proper format, punctuation, spelling and grammar, using all parts of speech

  • handle emergency or crisis situations and perform emergency care if necessary

  • handle sensitive or stressful situations with tact and diplomacy

  • comprehend, interpret and apply regulations, policies, and procedures

  • attend to details, multi-task and take initiative

  • work evenings, weekends and some holidays as needed 




Commerce City is an equal-opportunity employer. 

Process Overview:

Apply Today: We ask that you complete and submit an online application and RESUME which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

Qualification Review: HR will screen applications for minimum qualifications

Application Review: Applications for candidates that meet minimum qualifications will be forwarded to the hiring manager, who will review and evaluate application materials.

Interview(s): We aim to schedule interviews with candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and pass the application review. after the deadline to apply.


Tentative Recruitment Timeline (subject to change):
Deadline to apply: January 10th at 12 pm.
Zoom Interviews: Week of January 13th.
Panel Interviews: Week of January 20th. 


Salary : $28 - $42

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