MARKETING AND EVENTS DIRECTOR
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Location: Dickinson, ND 58601
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Salary: $77,283.56 - $85,327.30 Annually
Location : Dickinson, ND
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 00451
Department: CITY ADMINISTRATION
Opening Date: 03/13/2025
Closing Date: 3/27/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
Job Description
The City of Dickinson is seeking a dynamic and passionate Marketing and Events Director to plan, promote, and manage city and community events. Under the general direction of the City Administrator, this role requires strong organizational skills, independent decision-making, and the ability to create engaging experiences that enhance community involvement.
Salary: $77,283.56 - $85,327.30 per year, depending on qualifications
Schedule: Monday - Friday, with some nights and weekends as needed
Key Responsibilities:
If you have a passion for event planning, community engagement, and making a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you!
City of Dickinson is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Employer-Paid BenefitsLongevity Pay Bereavement Pay Shift Differential Compensation (nonexempt employees only) Weather & Emergency Closure Leave Tuition Reimbursement Paid Holidays Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employer/Employee Shared-Cost Benefits Flexible Spending Account Mandatory Participation Retirement Plans Life Insurance/AD&D (Principal) Employee-Paid BenefitsVision Insurance (Principal/VSP) Dental Insurance (Principal) High Plan (up to $2000 coverage/year) 457(b) Deferred Compensation Aflac
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Location : Dickinson, ND
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 00451
Department: CITY ADMINISTRATION
Opening Date: 03/13/2025
Closing Date: 3/27/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
Job Description
The City of Dickinson is seeking a dynamic and passionate Marketing and Events Director to plan, promote, and manage city and community events. Under the general direction of the City Administrator, this role requires strong organizational skills, independent decision-making, and the ability to create engaging experiences that enhance community involvement.
Salary: $77,283.56 - $85,327.30 per year, depending on qualifications
Schedule: Monday - Friday, with some nights and weekends as needed
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, coordinate, and execute special events, including logistics, promotion, and volunteer coordination.
- Supervise event staff and volunteers to ensure smooth operations.
- Develop and manage the events budget, monitor expenditures, and adjust as needed.
- Negotiate contracts, obtain necessary permits, and liaise with vendors.
- Create promotional materials, press releases, and advertisements for local and statewide media.
- Collaborate with city departments and local businesses to foster community engagement.
- Oversee downtown beautification efforts, such as public seating and floral displays.
- Present event outcomes and reports to City Commission and management.
- Ensure compliance with city policies and procedures for facility use.
- Bachelor's Degree in Recreation Studies, Economic Development, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Three years of experience in event coordination.
- Strong marketing, fundraising, and grant-writing skills are a plus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
- Must hold a valid North Dakota Driver's License or obtain one within 30 days of hire.
- 80%-100% City-funded health insurance; optional dental, vision, and life insurance
- NDPERS Defined Contribution Retirement Plan and optional 457 plan
- Annual allocation of sick and vacation leave, along with 13 paid holidays, bereavement leave, and paid emergency closure leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 50% off membership for employee & family at our Community Center (West River Community Center)
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression
- And much more!
- Opportunity to create vibrant, memorable events that enhance the community.
- Work in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
If you have a passion for event planning, community engagement, and making a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you!
City of Dickinson is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Employer-Paid Benefits
- Vacation
- 96 hours annually (Years 1-5)
- Sick Leave
- 96 hours annually
- Up to 16 hours/year can be used as Personal Leave
- Annual pay based on tenure (After 5 Years)
- 3 days per occurrence
- Up to 9 days/year with supervisor approval
- Additional pay for hours between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM
- Up to 8 hours pay for scheduled staff
- Premium pay for essential staff required to work
- Up to $1500 per semester
- 12 holidays + 1 day for your birthday
- Paid holidays: New Year's, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve & Christmas Day.
- 8 free confidential counseling sessions for employees & dependents
- Health Insurance
- NDPERS Sanford Health Plan PPO
- Employer share: 80%, Employee share: 20%
- (Additional 1% paid each year of employment, once employed for 20 years coverage 100% city paid)
- Rates: Family - $408.50/month (rate increase expected 7/1/25), Single - $168.99/month
- $450 annual contribution provided by the city for all Full-Time employees to be used for eligible medical expenses
- NDPERS Defined Contribution Retirement Plan: Employee 4%, Employer 5.26%, employee can elect to go up another 1-3% with a corresponding employer match in the first 30 days of employment.
- NDPERS Defined Benefit Hybrid Public Safety Plan: Employee 5.5%, Employer 9.16%
- $60,000 Term Life Insurance
- Employer pays half premium; Employee share is $5.61/month
- Dependent coverage available at additional cost along with additional voluntary life insurance
- West River Community Center Membership
- 50% discount on annual membership
- Flexible Spending Accounts (HealthEquity)
- Medical: Pre-tax up to $3200 for 2025 plus the employer's $450 contribution
- Daycare: Pre-tax up to $5000 for 2025
- Employee Only - $9.80/month
- Employee + Spouse - $16.50/month
- Employee + Children - $16.83/month
- Family - $26.63/month
- Low Plan (up to $1000 coverage/year)
- Employee Only - $33.04/month
- Employee + Spouse - $66.54/month
- Employee + Child(ren) - $81.44/month
- Family- $122.67/month
- Employee Only - $41.65/month
- Employee + Spouse - $84.55/month
- Employee + Child(ren) - $99.69/month
- Family- $151.55/month
- Roth or Pre-Tax options available
- Supplemental insurance (e.g., Short Term Disability, Cancer Care, Accident, etc.)
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