Event Coordinator Virginia

Job Overview

The mission of the Resort Programs & Special Events Office is to enhance Virginia Beach’s Resort Area environment for residents and visitors through coordination of City Code enforcement, entertainment programming, franchise business opportunities, hospitality services and maintenance. It also serves as the City-wide resource for special event and film production permitting, helping to create and capture meaningful experiences.

• Plan, direct, and supervise large events (5000+) ensuring compliance with occupancy agreements, conformance with safety and welfare regulations, contractual requirements, and delivery of exceptional quality customer service.
• Coordinate the permitting process and coordination of City services/logistics for special events, beach weddings, commercial and private property and film productions.
• Create detailed City Service Request in a timely manner through computerized event management system to distribute to other City Departments.
• Act as liaison between event organizers and state/city agencies.
• Monitor and critique special events and filming activities to ensure compliance with City policies/codes and regulations.
• Organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines with special attention to detail and be able to work independently exercising judgment and initiative.
• Proficiency with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Monitor City contracts for special events, entertainment and franchises and report to management on compliance with terms and conditions.
• Compile data, prepare reports regarding special events and filming activities.
• Perform other job duties requiring skills, knowledge and physical requirements as demanded by those duties described or less. Individual assignments will be determined by the manager based on current workloads and department needs.

• Must be available to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime when required to meet operational needs.

As a City employee, you will enjoy a generous benefits package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, health, dental and vision insurance options, a wellness program, retirement, tuition reimbursement and more.

The City of Virginia Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer.