Arts Events Manager Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $45,700.00 - $60,900.00 Annually
Location : Mooresville, NC
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202300529
Department: EXPERIENCE AND ENGAGEMENT
Opening Date: 09/03/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Distinguishing Features of the Class
About the Town of Mooresville
As one of North Carolina's fastest-growing communities, the Town of Mooresville combines innovation, teamwork, and community pride to deliver exceptional public service. Mooresville is a thriving, connected community dedicated to providing outstanding services that foster inclusivity and vibrancy for all. Guided by our PAC-IQ values (People, Agility, Communication, Innovation, and Quality), we empower employees to collaborate, think ahead, and make a meaningful impact every day.
Work alongside a team committed to innovation and collaboration, creating positive change for the community!
Why Join the Town of Mooresville
We value our employees and invest in their success with a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits are among the most competitive in the region and include:

• 5% Town contribution to your 401(k), no employee match required
• Choice of three medical plans, including an HSA plan with Town contributions
• Town-paid life insurance at 1.5× annual salary
• Fully paid short- and long-term disability coverage (up to $8,000 per month)
• Wellness Incentive Program, with A discount of $240 annually on medical premium for participation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering 24/7 mental health and work-life support
• Volunteer Time-Off: 16 hours per calendar year to volunteer at any approved agency or organization
• Vacation Leave: Starting 2026, new hires receive 14 vacation days upfront!
• Holidays: Employees accrue 13-14 paid holidays per year
• Floating Holiday and Wellness Day: New hires receive one Floating Holiday and one Wellness Day up front each year
• Bereavement Leave: Up to five days per occurrence for deaths within the employee's immediate family
• On-site clinic for eligible employees and dependents coming in 2026!
• Additional perks include down payment assistance, pet insurance, gym reimbursement, and more!

About the Role
The Arts & Events Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating Town-sponsored community-wide special events, performing arts programs, receptions, grand openings, groundbreakings, ribbon cuttings, employee recognition events, and other community functions. This position plays a key role in creating engaging experiences for the community while coordinating with Town departments, vendors, contractors, volunteers, performers, and community organizations to ensure successful events and programs.
The position also coordinates performing arts rentals and venue calendars, oversees the community events permitting process, and supports the technical and operational aspects of performances at Town facilities. The Arts & Events Coordinator supervises intermittent Arts & Events staff and volunteers and reports to the Experience & Engagement Manager.
Duties and Responsibilites
• Plan, implement, and evaluate community-wide special events, receptions, groundbreakings, grand openings, ribbon cuttings, and similar functions
• Manage performing arts rentals from initial inquiry through invoicing, including responding to inquiries and coordinating venue tours
• Manage the Mooresville Performing Arts Center and Liberty Park calendars, including performances, rentals, special events, and community activities
• Coordinate scheduling for the Joe V. Knox Auditorium at the Charles Mack Citizen Center in collaboration with the facility manager
• Coordinate and administer the community events permit program
• Coordinate and implement employee recognition activities and events as requested
• Coordinate with event contractors, vendors, performers, volunteers, and other partners
• Attend technical week rehearsals to supervise and assist with technical aspects of performances
• Assist guest designers and artists with technical matters
• Supervise and assist with set and stage construction and oversight
• Orient facility renters to venues, with an emphasis on technical requirements and safety
• Monitor lighting, sound, rigging, and other technical equipment and arrange for repair or replacement as needed
• Research new event and performing arts opportunities and implement programs as directed
• Advise production managers and lighting and sound designers regarding technical equipment specifications, costs, and usage
• Recruit, train, and assign student, volunteer, and paid staff for individual shows
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, volunteers, contractors, vendors, and the public
• Perform other related duties as assigned
Minimum Education and Experience
• Associate degree in Communications, Event Management, Hospitality, Tourism, or a closely related field
• Two (2) years of experience planning and implementing large-scale special events
• Experience contracting with performing artists is preferred
OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience
Special Requirements
• Possession of a valid North Carolina Driver's License
The Town of Mooresville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of the workforce.
Candidates selected for this position must successfully complete a background check and pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Part-time employees who work an average of 30 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.
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