Our Zoo is currently recruiting for a full-time, year-round Evening and Special Events Manager. Under the general supervision of the Deputy Director/Operations and/or Director of Visitor Services, the Evening and Special Events Manager is a key team member in the development and growth of events held at Roger Williams Park Zoo and Carousel Village. The individual in this position is also responsible for helping to ensure high quality day and night-time ticketed and value-added events. Examples of events include:Holiday Lights Spectacular, Asian Lantern Spectacular, Brew at the Zoo, Zoobilee, Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular, Food Truck Fridays, and Spooky Zoo.RESPONSIBILITIES• Develop, oversee, support, and grow all ticketed and daytime value-added events at the Zoo and Carousel Village. This includes developing operational plans, managing, and assisting with the setup and breakdown, and working with fellow event team members on researching and planning of ticketed and value-added events, both new and established.• Manage events to ensure they are kept to a timely schedule and remain on budget.• Functional supervision, training, and management of event support staff, including event set-up crews and third-party vendors.• Collaborate with team members from varying departments to coordinate cross-department support for events, ensure seamless event experiences for our guests.• Effectively interact and communicate with employees, volunteers, and various external groups/vendors, responding to their inquiries and/or requests.• Act as a liaison to the Deputy Director of Operations, Director of Visitor Services, and the Event Team to communicate the needs of the event, such as long lines, supplies, staffing requirements and placement, etc.• Act as Zoo Lead and Emergency Response Coordinator during afterhours events.• Help to maintain Roger William Park Zoo’s reputation for highly quality events and aesthetics, advancing our mission and encouraging support of the Zoo.• Cultivate and maintain a positive working environment.