Salary: $60,997.46 - $91,496.08 Annually
Location : Bison Ridge Recreation Center, CO
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-00119
Department: Parks, Recreation, & Golf
Division: Community Events
Opening Date: 07/06/2026
Closing Date: 7/22/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: NA
General Purpose
Hiring salary is dependent upon experience.
The hiring range is $68,623 - $76,248 / annually.
We are seeking a Special Events Specialist to join our team! In this dynamic role, you will take the lead in establishing, managing, and promoting City-wide events and public recreation outreach initiatives. Ideal candidates will have proven experience organizing special events for municipalities and a deep understanding of logistics, community engagement, and cross-functional collaboration. Your exceptional organizational abilities, interpersonal skills, and multitasking will be essential as you coordinate all aspects of our events. If you're ready to make a positive impact and celebrate our community, we want to hear from you!
We care about our employees and offer a generous benefits package: Health & wellness benefits, 6% retirement contribution match and 3% 457 Deferred Compensation match, general leave, work/life balance, and more.
We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to our success, and we are committed to creating a supportive and welcoming work environment for all of our employees. If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference in your community, we encourage you to apply for this position today. Be A Part Of It and contribute to the vibrant growth and development of Commerce City as we strive to provide exceptional services and foster a thriving community.
Please review the full job description here!
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Recreation, event planning or related field and five years' experience in event planning and oversight. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered. Current CPR and First Aid Certificate or ability to obtain within three months of hire.
Requires a valid driver's license and ability to operate various automobiles, including 15-passenger vans. CDL is not required for this position.
Process Overview:
Apply Today: We ask that you complete and submit an online application
AND INCLUDE A RESUME AND COVER LETTER which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.
Qualification Review: HR will screen applications for minimum qualifications after the posting closes.
Application Review: Applications for candidates that meet minimum qualifications will be forwarded to the hiring manager, who will review and evaluate application materials.
Interview(s):We aim to schedule interviews with candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and pass the application review.
Note: If we do not receive a sufficient number of qualified applicants, we will extend the application deadline without notice.
Please review our benefits
PAID TIME-OFF BENEFITS:
- Holidays: 12 paid holidays each year with the addition of an 8-hour Floating Holiday (in addition to the Floating Holiday that can be earned by participating in the Wellness Program).
- General Leave: Employees receive a General Leave bank when they're hired, prorated based on their start date. General leave can be used for vacation, sick time, personal needs, caregiving, school activities, holidays not observed by the City, and other approved reasons in line with Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
- Other Paid Time Off: Jury Duty, Injury Leave, and Military Leave are also available to employees.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): We provide a confidential Employee Assistance Program to help support you and your family on any issue of concern. Eight private counseling sessions are available on a range of needs including, but not limited to marital issues, parenting concerns, grief counseling, supervisor issues, and drug and alcohol abuse.
- Tuition Reimbursement: The City provides a tuition reimbursement program that reimburses qualified educational expenses.
- Eligibility for Pay Increases: Employees are eligible for a pay increase during their annual appraisal following a successful evaluation. Pay increases do not come at the time of the six-month introductory evaluation.
- Personal Computer Employee Purchase Program: To encourage the development of employee computer skills, the City offers an interest-free loan to you for the purchase of computer hardware (including a Desktop or Laptop) and software. The employee must have successfully completed their 6-month Introductory Period for eligibility.
- Recreation Center Membership: Employees and family members are eligible for a membership to the Commerce City Recreation Center for $5.00 per person per year.
- Golf Course Green Fees: Employees can play the City's award-winning Buffalo Run Golf Course at a rate of $9.00 for 9-holes or $18.00 for 18-holes. Employees can also purchase golf merchandise at discounted prices.
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Depending on operational needs, this position may occasionally require evenings, weekends, and/or holiday work. Are you available to work during these times when required?
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This position may require working outdoors in varying weather conditions and performing physical tasks, such as setting up and dismantling event equipment. Are you able to perform these duties with or without reasonable accommodation?
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What current Commerce City special event are you most excited about or most interested in, and why (100 words or fewer)?
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