Events Specialist - Full Time

If you are passionate about large-scale events and animals alike- look no further- this is an opportunity you don't want to miss! We are seeking a Public Events Specialistto assist with the planning, coordination, set-up, and execution of well-known community events such as Halloween ZooBoo, Christmas at the Zoo, and xZOOberance.

Ideal candidates are committed to advancing the Zoo's mission to protect nature and inspire people to care for our world. Our Public Events Specialist is an entry-level role within the Zoo's marketing department. The successful candidate will have the ability to multi-task, handle high pressure situations, and meet deadlines with ease. A Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in marketing, event planning, tourism, or a related field of study and at least one (1) year of professional, work-related experience is required. This is a full-time, 40 hours per week position that requires the flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and evening shifts as required.

Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Directly responsible for Zoo events including event planning, implementation, coordination with other departments, event set-up, event activity, and post event activity.
• Directly responsible for Animals and All That Jazz summer concert series, including booking of bands through our booking agent, sound coordinator, event coordination, event set-up, event activity and post event activity. Remains onsite for event setup, event activity and post event activity.
• Assists Sr. Public Events Manager with large events - xZOOberance, Halloween ZooBoo, and Christmas at the Zoo. Remains onsite for event setup, event activity, and post event activity.
• Works closely with all Zoo departments to successfully implement events.
• Directly responsible for communicating event details to Zoo staff operating departments.
• Complete post-event evaluation reports. Conducts recap meeting with other participating departments.
• Responsible for management of on-grounds signage program.
• Supervises and trains Public Events Assistants, seasonal event support staff, and volunteers for marketing special events.
• Exposure to outdoor environmental conditions, which include inclement weather, cold and hot temperatures, and humidity.
• Must follow Universal Protection Precautions and Blood-borne Pathogens Guidelines. Possible exposure (Category C employee) to human blood-borne pathogens.
• Ability to detect, assess, identify, and observe surroundings to make sound judgments, along with the ability to communicate verbally, comprehend and decipher information accurately, and use a telephone.
• Position requires the ability to move from one area to another frequently.
• Ability to perform "medium" level physical work, which includes exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a regular basis to move objects.

The Indianapolis Zoo offers a competitive benefits package to all eligible (full-time/ 40 hr./ week) employees. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; 403(b) Retirement Plan, generous Paid Time Off (PTO), Immediate Paid Holidays, and a complimentary Zoo membership.

To apply:

• Interested candidates must complete an online application.
• To be considered, applicants must include a resume, cover letter, and salary requirements.

Employment at the Indianapolis Zoo is contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment testing including a background check, motor vehicle check (if applicable) and a drug test.