Join One of the Fastest-Growing Cities in the Nation
It's an exciting time to work for the City of Celina! We're growing rapidly and looking for dedicated, collaborative people to join our team of talented and valued employees.
At the City of Celina, our Values of Excellence, Community, Integrity, and Service are more than just wordsthey guide our decisions, shape our culture, and inspire the work we do every day.
What You'll Be Doing
Our employees are our greatest asset and the driving force behind our commitment to serve our growing community. We create a workplace where challenging projects, empowered decision-making, and purposeful work are celebrated.
As the Special Events Coordinator, you will: Plan, create, coordinate and implement events for the City of Celina including events in Historic Downtown area. Develop partnerships and secure sponsorships. Implement, develop, recommend, and coordinate administrative tasks and procedures in the areas of event management, pre-event and post-event planning. Oversee the Special Events Review Committee, which manages applications, planning permits and logistics for various City departments providing support and services during private special events held in Celina. Monitor special events, which are reviewed and approved through the special events review process.
The City of Celina operates on a 4-day work week.
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Balanced schedule 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM, MondayThursday
- Telework option one day per week for eligible employees, based on department needs and with Director approval
- Competitive pay with exceptional medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Retirement program (TMRS) with 2:1 City match
- Vacation and sick pay
- 12 paid holidays, PLUS your birthday and floating holidays
- City-paid LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
- Longevity pay
- Tuition reimbursement
- Ongoing training and professional growth
- Employee Assistance Program
What You'll Bring
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Recreation Studies, Public Relations, Hospitality, Leisure Services, Event Management, or related field; and three (3) years of experience in special events, public relations, and/or recreation.
- Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, criminal background investigation and MVR check.
- Must possess valid class C driver's license.
- A proactive solution-focused mindset
- Pride in your work and your community
- Commitment to delivering excellent experiences for employees and residents
- Discretion, sound judgment, and initiative
Benefits
City of Celina Employee Benefits Four day work week for most positions! Vacation
- 80 hours per year up to the completion of 5 years of service
- 120 hours per year up to the completion of 10 years of service
- 160 hours per year from 11 years of service forward
Holidays New Year's Day Martin Luther King Day Good Friday Memorial Day July 4th Labor Day Thanksgiving Day Christmas Eve Christmas Day **Plus, floating holidays **Plus, birthday holiday Sick Leave Accrues at the rate of one day per continuous month of service for full-time employees for a total of twelve (12) days per year. Can be taken after six months of employment. Retirement Texas Municipal Retirement System 7% employee contribution; 2 to 1 City match 5-year vesting; 20-year retirement ICMA RC 457 deferred compensation plan Health Insurance Group Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Life Insurance and Long Term Disability 100% city paid Optional plans offered including Short-Term Disability, Additional Life Insurance Dependent coverage available Education Work-Related Professional Association Memberships & Professional Certifications Licenses and Continuing Education Reimbursement amount varies