Job Openings

Available Position:
Festival and Event Manager

Date Posted: 09/11/2026

Job Title: Festival and Event Manager
Job Category: Manager
Salary: $55,000 – $60,000 Annually
Travel Required: Yes
Position Type: Full-Time

NOTE: This position is pending budget approval 10/01/2026 and will remain open until filled.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

TWO-YEAR COLLEGE DEGREE REQUIRED; FOUR-YEAR COLLEGE DEGREE PREFERRED
MINIMUM THREE YEARS EXPERIENCE IN FESTIVAL AND EVENT COORDINATION
DETAIL ORIENTED AND ABILITY TO WORK FLEXIBLE HOURS INCLUDING EVENINGS AND WEEKENDS

Role and Responsibilities

Plans and implements festivals, events, cultural activities and programs produced by the CVB while fostering positive relations with city departments, businesses, hotels, residents and other agencies/stakeholders. Acts as a liaison of the PACB for community and city produced festivals and events. Assists in other CVB sales and marketing duties in non-festival times.

Assists in development and marketing/promotions of festivals/events and activities led by the CVB.
Ensures development and implementation of festivals, events and programs to grow tourism and better enhance the community.
Have a good understanding of budgeting, marketing and public relations to successfully plan and promote festivals/events.
Coordinate with City of Port Arthur departments regarding such things as security, traffic flow, emergency services, street closures, etc.
Contribute to the CVB website by entering listings, images, content and calendar updates. WordPress experience preferred but not required.
Secure necessary permits and insurance for festivals and events produced by the CVB
Ensure compliance with safety standards and other regulations.
Manage all signage for festivals and events produced by the CVB.
Coordinates staffing of CVB produced festivals whether contract, paid or volunteer.
Performs related duties as directed when such duties are a logical assignment.
Assist with sales and marketing of general CVB programs in non-festival times.
Requires promptness and excellent time management skills as responsibilities are time sensitive.