Seasonal Events Manager

Summary:

Reporting to the Entertainment & Events Director, the Employee will be experienced in Event planning and Event execution and will coordinate Nebraska based events. This position will work with local (statewide) Clubs and Organizations to plan and to execute attractions, demonstrations, exhibits, and entertainment for the Nebraska State Fair. This position is seasonal with the potential to become full-time with the right fit.

Duties and essential job functions:

• Maintain a culture that fosters Nebraska State Fair mission and values to recognize the achievements of Nebraskans, celebrate youth and Fair traditions and showcase agriculture while providing educational and entertaining experiences for all

• Engage with current and prospective Nebraska Partners to plan, finalize, and to execute the Local/Regional Entertainment Plan.

• Adhere to established budget and seek approval when budgetary changes are recommended.

• Assist with several Local Events including, but not limited to: Agtivity Acres, Cheer & Dance, National Anthem Performers, Nebraskapella, Veteran’s Day Program, Daily Celebration Parades, County Fair Day, Veteran’s Day Celebration Parade, Queen Meet N Greet, and Marching Bands.

• Prepare, review, adjust, and execute contracts for the Plan securements.

• Research and implement new events/entertainment ideas.

• Secure Certificate of Insurance (COI) of partners in this realm.

• Identify, communicate, and facilitate logistic needs for timely and efficient Event execution.

• Identify, create, and communicate support materials for Local Events Marketing.

• Identify logistic needs in NSF Event Software program for fulfillment.

• Participate in Staff Meetings.

• Prepare Event evaluation for each event within the Local Event Plan. Additional Job Duties:

• Perform a supporting role for limited, key Events that are led by NSF Staff Team.

• Provide regular updates of planning to Entertainment and Events Director and Staff Team.

• Must have the ability to read, follow, and implement budget controls within Events Department. Education and/or Experience:

• Graduate or near graduate of college or university, or similar experience in event programming.

• Must have experience scheduling and coordinating shows, events, or programming.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must follow basic safety requirements.

• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs., while performing the duties of this job, the Contract Employee is required to stand for long periods of time; frequently walk or move about the property, be able to lift or assist in lifting and transporting objects such as tables, chairs, boxes, platforms, etc.

• Requires climbing stairs and maneuvering equipment in an out of rooms, hallways, and buildings.

• Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed, including working on‐property every day of the Nebraska State Fair.

• Current valid driver’s license and be insurable to drive.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Must be driven, confident, organized and an accomplished problem‐solver.

• Able and willing to work cooperatively with other team members.

Job Type: Temporary

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $33,000 - $41,700