CAO Event Coordinator

The Job

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED

APPLY BY NOVEMBER 7TH 2025 FOR PRIORITY CONSIDERATION

Make an impact in your community through creativity connection and collaboration.

The San Bernardino County Administrative Office is seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Event Coordinator to join our Communications Division . In this role youll help bring the Countys vision to life by planning and executing events that inform inspire and engage residents employees and community partners. From large-scale public celebrations to internal employee events and community outreach programs youll coordinate every detail turning ideas into meaningful experiences that strengthen trust and highlight the work of County government.

The Event Coordinator is responsible for planning organizing and executing County events from start to finish ensuring each event meets strategic goals stays within budget and reflects the professionalism and values of San Bernardino County. This position requires creativity strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

• This position is part of the Exempt Representation Unit.

THE COUNTY AND THE COUNTY ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE

San Bernardino County is a dynamic charter county governed by a full time five-member Board of Supervisors. The County Administrative Office (CAO) is responsible for providing direction to County departments and ensuring their vigorous pursuit of Board goals and objectives and implementation of Board-approved programs in an effective and efficient manner. Additionally the CAO ensures that departmental staff provides the Board of Supervisors with timely and accurate information and their best professional advice on policies and programs.

The County of San Bernardino strives to provide its employees work life balance where in addition to excellent career opportunities a supportive work environment and lucrative benefits and compensation they are able to enjoy all our County has to offer.

To learn more about our County and our Vision for it go to :

BENEFITS

To review job-specific benefits refer to :

Summary of Benefits

Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Schedule : Ability to work evenings weekends and travel locally for events as needed.

Travel : Travel throughout the County is required. A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.

Sponsorship : Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

Minimum Requirements

Must meet one of the options to qualify :

Option A :

Education : Bachelors degree in business / public administration communications marketing public relations hospitality management or a related field. AND

Experience : Three (3) years of experience coordinating planning or managing events community outreach programs or public relations activities.

Option B :

Education : Associates degree in business / public administration communications marketing public relations hospitality management or a related field. AND

Experience : Five (5) years of experience coordinating planning or managing events community outreach programs or public relations activities.

Desired Qualifications

The ideal candidate will be a creative resourceful professional who thrives on bringing ideas to life. Balancing innovation with precision able to think on their feet and take pride in creating memorable experiences that reflect the Countys mission and values. While being proactive adaptable and passionate about public service believing that every event no matter how large or small is an opportunity to connect celebrate and inform the community.

Selection Process

There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire. It is to your advantage to be explicit in your responses on the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire.

Details of the online assessment process will be emailed once the recruitment has closed. All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email . Be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam Junk Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment. Be sure to provide an email address that you check frequently and that will not spam / block / filter communications from email addresses with the following domain @.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application please allow ample time to complete and submit your application by the filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and / or print these for your records. Please note if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.

Technical Assistance and ADA Accommodations

If you need technical assistance follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at . Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection computer or browser when submitting an application.

All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email . Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam Junk Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) :

San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation :

If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans Preference :

Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows / widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points please refer to the Veterans Preference Policy.

For more important details review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Time Management,Marketing,Customer Service,Google Docs,Organizational skills,Expense Management,Hospitality Experience,Upselling,Event Planning,Events Management,Event Marketing,Project Coordination

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 72612 - 103480