Competitive Events Coordinator

4 days ago


Springfield, Missouri, United States Giombetti Associates Full time
Job Opportunity

We are seeking a highly organized and collaborative individual to join our team as a Competitive Events Coordinator. This full-time position in our Agriculture Department requires a strong passion for event management, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage all competitive events entries, including supervision and training of volunteers.
  • Collaborate with area organizations represented in New England to develop and implement event initiatives.
  • Facilitate and coordinate off-season events, including the Fiber Festival of New England, Northeast Gold Wine & Cider Competition, and The Big E Gold Cheese Competition.
  • Develop and maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders, regional and national associations, and other agricultural fairs.
  • Coordinate and implement educational programming and exhibits for the annual fair.
  • Provide innovation and collaboration with other departments to support events and attract stakeholder groups.
  • Respond to inquiries from and regarding competitive exhibitors.
  • Oversee all tasks required for a successful event.
  • Keep updated records in maintaining budgets and reports.

Requirements:

  • Associates degree and/or equivalent event management experience.
  • Strong knowledge of technology, including Windows operating systems, iPad, Microsoft Office, and social media platforms.
  • Strong staff and volunteer management and training skills.
  • Capacity to handle stressful situations in a positive, professional manner.
  • Highly organized with attention to detail and critical thinking.
  • Flexible and creative approach to work and unforeseen changes.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to lift or move objects weighing 25 lbs.
  • Ability to walk, sit, and stand for extended periods of time.
  • Valid driver's license.

Benefits:

  • Annual salary of $42,500 - $48,500, depending on experience and expertise.
  • Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance (all after 90 days).
  • 401k, bonus eligibility up to 12% of annual salary.
  • Pre-tax FSA options for medical expenses and dependent care.
  • 10 days paid vacation; 8 sick days (can carry over to next year up to 90 days); 4 personal days after 1 year; 12 paid holidays; Alternative Schedule options.

Giombetti Associates is a not-for-profit corporation committed to excellence in providing year-round opportunities for the development and promotion of agriculture, education, industry, and family entertainment while preserving our New England heritage.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, or handicap, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, veterans or military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgendered status, results of genetic testing, or any membership in any group protected by applicable laws.



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