Nightlife Coordinator, Operations Officer I (NCS) - Mayor's Office of Arts, Culture and Entertainment

Nightlife Coordinator

This is a non-civil service position. Salary Range : $70,338.00 - $112,807.00 Annually.

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Job Summary

The Nightlife Coordinator will serve as the City of Baltimore's primary liaison to the nightlife industry, ensuring that Baltimore's late-night economy is vibrant, safe, equitable, and well-regulated. Positioned within the Mayor's Office of Arts, Culture & Entertainment (MOACE), the Nightlife Coordinator will support local businesses, residents, artists, and community organizations by balancing economic development with public safety and quality of life. This role will also work closely with the Deputy Director of MOACE, the Baltimore Liquor Board, law enforcement, and city agencies to develop policies, streamline processes, and strengthen nightlife as a cultural and economic driver for Baltimore.

Essential Functions

Industry & Community Engagement

• Serve as the central point of contact for nightlife stakeholders, including bars, clubs, restaurants, live music venues, artists, and residents.
• Build relationships with neighborhood associations, business owners, and cultural organizations to foster collaboration and resolve conflicts.
• Convene regular forums, roundtables, or advisory groups to give stakeholders a voice in nightlife policy decisions.

Policy & Regulation

Safety & Operations

Economic & Cultural Development

Data & Accountability

Minimum Qualifications

Education : Bachelor's degree in public policy, Urban Studies, Arts / Cultural Management, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).

AND

Experience : At least 35 years of experience in nightlife, hospitality, event management, urban policy, or related industries.

OR

Equivalency Notes : Have an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Additional Information

Background Check

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and / or Fingerprint screening, and must be successfully completed.

Probation

All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory probation.

Financial Disclosure

This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law.

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Requests for accommodation should not be attached to the application.

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