Under general supervision, the Events & Market Coordinator will be responsible for creating, planning, promoting, and implementing all events hosted by Uptown and the City of Greenwood. The coordinator will also manage the Uptown Farmers Market and coordinate community events utilizing city-owned properties or venues. This position reports to the Uptown Manager. ●Coordinates and executes all Uptown and City-sponsored community and holiday events, utilizing City facilities and resources, working seamlessly with City staff, community organizations, and the public.

● Manages all Special Events applications and notifications to appropriate departments and community organizations. ● Serves as the liaison to the Uptown & City stakeholders regarding events and activities. ● Works as liaison to community organizations partnering with the City. Attends meetings with current or potential event organizers and community organizers. ● In conjunction with the Communications Specialist coordinates all communications and networking, supporting all community events, and developing new opportunities to build community awareness and attendance.

● Develops new events and maintains, organizes, and manages existing events from concept to completion, ensuring they operate smoothly and efficiently to generate maximum community engagement and satisfaction. ● Manages the Uptown Market, including recruiting and coordinating vendors, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing entertainment. ● Develops and manages the market and event annual budget with guidance of the Uptown Manager. ● Oversees scheduling of any City-owned facility rentals and events. ● Oversees contracting new and existing event sponsorship opportunities.