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Job DescriptionJOB SUMMARYThe Special Events Coordinator supports the Brownsville Convention and Visitors Bureau’s mission to promote tourism and elevate Brownsville as a premier destination. This role will focus on developing, coordinating, and executing Visit Brownsville’s signature events including but not limited to Space Fest, Charro Days Classic, Birding Festival, Concert Series while also engaging in community outreach and local representation at strategic events. Under the supervision of the CVB Assistant Director, the Coordinator will work closely with city departments, vendors, and community stakeholders to ensure the success and visibility of Brownsville’s cultural, tourism, and destination events.COMPETENCIES • Event Planning & Logistics, • Destination & Cultural Promotion, • Stakeholder & Vendor Coordination, • Community Engagement & Outreach, • Public Representation & Customer Service, • Marketing & Promotional Collaboration, • Bilingual Communication (Preferred), • Coordinate and execute signature events hosted by the Brownsville Convention & Visitor’s Bureau (CVB) (also known as Visit Brownsville), including logistics, programming, and follow-up evaluation., • Represent Visit Brownsville at community events, strategic partner activities, and promotional opportunities to strengthen local engagement., • Collaborate with local organizations, nonprofits, schools, and businesses to expand community outreach and ensure inclusive participation., • Work closely with the CVB marketing team to promote events, including social media and advertising support., • Assist with procurement, vendor management, and contract coordination to ensure events remain within budget with the support of the CVB Administrative., • Serve as a liaison between city departments to streamline permits and event operations., • Maintain accurate records of event performance, attendance, community feedback, and tourism impact., • Support the development of new tourism-oriented events and programs that highlight Brownsville’s culture, history, and diversity., • Provide on-site support during major events, including setup, breakdown, volunteer coordination, and hospitality management., • Monitor trends in event planning, tourism, and community engagement to propose innovative ideas for future CVB initiatives. Education and ExperienceAn associate’s degree in Event Management, Marketing, Communications, Tourism, or a related field is required.A minimum of three (3) years of relevant work experience is required.Bachelors’ degree is preferred.Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.Special Certifications and LicenseValid Texas Driver’s License.Independence and JudgementAverage judgement; must recognize and resolve problems such as bad grammar, type of procedure to apply, where to refer call or correspondence without specified destination; may involve freedom in selection of work methods among approved routines, setting of priorities, or sequencing of tasks within established schedules. Initiative and IngenuityGeneral guidelines: occasionally requires interpretation of available options to apply to non-standard situations; day-to-day work drives priorities.Supervisory and ResponsibilityLead person in small work group; does not specifically assign work but is looked to for guidance.Financial ResponsibilityMonitors budget; brings problems to attention of supervisor.Level and Frequency of Outside ContactsFrequent contact with the public or other organizations; interactions may require obtaining cooperation of people; courtesy and tact are required when dealing with moderately difficult or sensitive issues.Physical DemandsOffice job with little or occasional light physical effort. Ability to exert up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally or a negligible amount of energy frequently to lift, push, pull or otherwise move objects.Responsibility for Equipment and PropertyResponsible for use of equipment/property such as office equipment, supplies, etc., which are used in office.