Marketing, Events & Theater Coordinator

Description

GENERAL: 

The City of Rock Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and applicants. The City of Rock Springs bases all employment decisions on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

The employee will support the City of Rock Springs's mission “To provide all individuals, through the combined efforts of city government and the people it serves, an effective, efficient and productive form of government while promoting an enhanced quality of life, open communications and economic growth”.   

The employee will demonstrate the ability to manage time, maintain a safe and clean environment; practice confidentiality; treat all persons with respect and professional courtesy; accept change; accept and provide constructive feedback; and work as a team player.  The employee must also demonstrate the competencies for their position, and adhere to the policies and procedures of their department and the City of Rock Springs. 

JOB SUMMARY: 

Under direction, will perform technical and administrative work in the operation of The Broadway Theater; including scheduling of events, acting as point-of-contact for entertainment groups and groups interested in using the theater, movie/film companies, interacting with personnel knowledgeable in stage lighting and camera use, ordering/stocking the concession stand, and working with City maintenance personnel to ensure upkeep/cleanliness of the theater. 

Assists in coordinating various Downtown events and marketing initiatives. 

Reports to URA/Main Street Manager, and works with The Broadway Theater Board to implement goals and business strategies of the Theater.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs a variety of duties including, but not limited to: 

1.    Exercising general supervision of City employees and WWCC Theater Department students potential interns as assigned, and performs all job tasks both independently and/or in conjunction with other staff as appropriate.

2.    Acting as the focal point for developing, monitoring, and communicating schedule for activities/events at the theater.

3.    Disseminating, through presentations in the community, the diverse capabilities of the Theater.

4.    Interacting with wide variety of groups to provide entertainment at the theater, and ensuring specific needs are met.

5.    Basic understanding of Generating theater contracts and closing contractual agreements.

6.    Working with the URA/Main Street Manager to ensure Theater operation integrates into overall downtown re-development effort.

7.    Taking responsibility for financial matters associated with the operation of the Theater. 

8.    Operating theater-specific equipment including sound and lighting systems.  

9.    Operating modern office machines, equipment and programs, including but not limited to, personal computer, Microsoft Office products, typewriters, printers, copiers, calculators, and FAX machines.

10.    Perform related work as assigned.

Qualifications

ABILITIES AND REQUIREMENTS

Has the knowledge, skills and ability to:

1.    Operate the theater, book and schedule events.

2.    Operate a concession stand and control inventory.

3.    Utilize basic bookkeeping skills, collecting money, and perform accurate and reliable recordkeeping.

4.    Work collaboratively and communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, with staff, City Officials, outside agencies and the public when scheduling and booking events.  

5.    Utilize applicable spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation in business letter writing, record keeping, minute taking, and database applications.

6.    Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including, but not limited to employees, vendors and the general public. 

7.    Plan and organize work to meet schedules and timelines and the ability to exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity in response to changing situations and needs.

8.    Reliably follow the directions of their supervisor

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Any combination equivalent to experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities would be qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:

    Experience:
    Two to four years related experience with theater operations, scheduling/booking of events, event management, marketing and/or a combination of all of the above. 

    Education:
    Any combination of pertinent education/experience will be considered.

    License or Certificate:
    Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver's license.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:

    Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, climb, and lift 50 lbs., exposure to cold, heat, noise, outdoors, chemicals, mechanical hazards, and electrical hazards; ability to travel to different sites and locations.
 

Salary : $25 - $33