JOB DESCRIPTION
Events Coordinator May 1, 2002
Reports to: Events Director
Executive Director
Location: Asheville, NC
Description of work responsibilities:
The Events Coordinator will be responsible for creating a presence that is consistent with the mission of American Whitewater . Someone who is self-motivated, energetic, and capable of working independently of direct supervision will fill this position. The position requires decision-making and problem solving skills sometime in a stressful environment.
This office and onsite event based position will be responsible for assisting the Events Director to design, implement, and evaluate whitewater recreation related events. This position will be responsible for fulfilling onsite event management responsibilities in the absence of the Events Director. This position will be responsible for developing and maintaining the American Whitewater events infrastructure. This will include vehicles, trailers, sound and light equipment, time clocks, tents etc… Events can and will include but not be limited to competitions, river festivals, and whitewater release dates.
Desired qualifications:
The person who is selected for this position will be able to demonstrate a history of involvement with events, preferably river and outdoor related. The person will have skills and experience that demonstrate an appreciation for managing events in an outdoor environment.
Office:
This person will have basic office management skills including the ability to use the telephone, computer, and fax. Experience with Microsoft Office is preferred.
Onsite event management:
Experience that demonstrates knowledge of event planning and management.
Familiarity with whitewater competitions. Specific experience with coordinating, competing, and/or judging at events is preferred.
Familiarity with basic construction and electrical principles.
Experience or certification in advanced emergency medical training.
Experience and the ability to drive large vehicles and trailers.
Ability to lift and maneuver large heavy objects.
Unique considerations:
The position will include travel sometimes for extended periods of time. The position will include working weekends and nights.
Benefits:
This position will include a $20,000 salary and vacation and health benefits after 60 days of employment.
Start Date: July 1st.