Job Details

Salary : $46,726.00 - $51,399.00 Annually
Location : Hampton, VA
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: 08832
Department: COLISEUM OPERATIONS
Opening Date: 08/25/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt

Function
The purpose of this class is to coordinate client needs with building staff to ensure proper setup and smooth operation of events. The class works under general supervision according to set procedures.

Are you an experienced Event Coordinator who organizes excellent events? The City of Hampton Coliseum Operations is looking for an Event Coordinator who will be involved in every aspect related to the coordination of an event.
You will be tasked with organizing unforgettable events that will ensure the entertainment of participants and facilitate the completion of operational goals and objectives.

Minimum Requirements

• Requires a Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
• Requires a minimum of one (1) year of full-time equivalent experience in event management.
• Requires a minimum of one (1) year of supervisory experience.
• Requires a minimum of one (1) year of administrative experience, including budget preparation and monitoring.
• Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton's criteria.
• This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City's current substance abuse policy.
• Must successfully pass a background check related to this position before any offer of employment or promotion.

Additional Requirements

• Receives general supervision from the Deputy Director. Requires considerable independent judgement, responsible decision making, and effective communication with internal and external customers.
• Requires working non-standard hours, including days, evenings, holidays, and weekends based on scheduled events. Occasionally, you may require working 40+ hours during a standard work week. This position is in the Hampton Coliseum.
• The incumbent may be considered "essential personnel" during City emergencies or at the direction of the City Manager, which may include long hours and unusual schedules.

A combination of education and experience may be considered for this position.
for the complete job description

"Join the City of Hampton team! As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer and a designated Military Spouse-Friendly Employer, we are committed to supporting veterans and military spouses. We offer a welcoming and inclusive workplace, recognizing the unique skills and experiences that military families bring. Come work for Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers excellent benefits, career and professional development, tuition reimbursement, and other benefits."
Benefits Overview
This is a summary of benefits associated with permanent, full-time positions. Benefits associated with other positions can be found with specific job listings. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following one full calendar month of employment in the following benefit plans:

• Sentara Health Medical Insurance
• OptumRx
• Delta Dental Insurance
• Anthem Blue View Vision
• FSA Reimbursement accounts

• Standard: Accident and Critical Illness
• Trust Mark Universal Life Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Mission Square: 457 / Roth IRS / Roth 457 (b) IRA

• Employees begin accruing annual and sick leave immediately.
• Other forms of leave include:
  • Maternity Leave
  • Parental Bonding Leave
  • Care for Sick Parent Leave
  • Birthday Leave
  • Personal day (available every quarter)

The eleven paid holidays each year include:

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
• President's Day
• Memorial Day
• Juneteenth Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veterans' Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day
• Employee's birthday
• A tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation. An after-tax retirement plan, Roth IRA, is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-###-####). For more information, see the
• Group life insurance is offered through the VRS and the carrier is the Minnesota Life Insurance Company.
  
  Tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-###-####). For more information, see the
• Training and Career Development: The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills. Eligibility criteria apply. In addition, the City offers training opportunities in technological, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government/business knowledge and skill development.
• Medical/Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts are offered on a pre-tax basis in order to reduce the amount of tax the employee pays.
• The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family (757-###-####, 1-800-###-#### or
• Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature.
  
  Savings bonds are available to the City's workforce.
• Employees are covered for Workers' Compensation where appropriate.

01

Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Theater Arts, Event Management or a closely related field?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have 1 year of supervisory experience?

• Yes
• No

03

Which of the options below best describes your increasingly responsible administrative and fiscal support experience to include developing, presenting and monitoring budgets?

• No experience
• 1-3 years experience
• 4-5 years experience
• 5 or more years experience

04

Do you have a minimum of one (1) year of full-time equivalent experience in event management?

• Yes
• No

05

I understand this position is exempt.

• Yes
• No

06

I understand that if selected for this position, I must successfully pass a criminal background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

• Yes
• No

07

I understand that this position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City's current substance abuse policy.

• Yes
• No

08

This position requires a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton criteria. Failure to provide your driver's license number will prevent us from considering your application. Please confirm your driver's license number by entering it below:
09

I understand that this position may be considered essential/emergency personnel for purposes of emergency/crisis management to include being "on call" or responding to emergency situations during inclement weather and/or other job-related conditions.

• Yes
• No

Required Question