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Beach Parks Special Event Manager

Galveston Island Park Board of Trustees
Galveston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 12/14/2025 CLOSED ON 12/23/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Beach Parks Special Event Manager position at Galveston Island Park Board of Trustees?

Park Board of Trustees in Galveston, TX is looking to hire a full-time Beach Parks Special Event Manager to promote and sell Galveston Island as a special event destination. Are you personable and persuasive? Are you looking for a job that allows you develop events and programming for Park Board managed facilities? Would you enjoy a lucrative career that contributes to a thriving local economy? If so, please read on!

This position earns a competitive salary of $70,658 a year. We provide fantastic benefits, including strong health, dental, and vision plans, plus hospitalization, life/AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability policies fully paid for by the employer, and a 401(k) plan with a 5% employer match on a 3% employee contribution. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply today!

About Park Board Of Trustees

In 1963, the citizens of Galveston voted to create a specialized unit of government called the Park Board of Trustees of the City of Galveston. The organization is responsible for overseeing Galveston's tourism efforts, Galveston Island Beach Patrol (GIPB) and Coastal Zone Management (CZM). The Park Board is funded primarily through Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) and beach user fees for the parks that they manage. Tourism pays for tourism as no sales or property tax is collected by the Park Board. The nine-member board is comprised of volunteer residents with diverse business backgrounds. Each is required to serve at least two years and must also serve on one of the Park Board's advisory committees.

We are on a mission to promote and support tourism on Galveston Island in order to foster an environment that establishes a great place to live, work, and visit. Our vision is to create a tourist destination that promises an exciting variety of experiences and a high quality of life for residents.

The island offers natural resources, attractions, events, and heritage that we wish to share with the residents and visitors alike. Our employees are dedicated to inviting all to come and experience the island that we care so much about.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A BEACH PARKS SPECIAL EVENT MANAGER

As a Beach Parks Special Event Manager, you're on a mission to show organizations across the United States that Galveston is the ideal gathering place for special events! With our gorgeous beaches, beautiful hotels, and excellent facilities, you find there are plenty of ways to entice planners to book their events in our coastal city. Of course, it takes some effort to generate leads, but as an experienced and self-motivated salesperson, you know how to connect with the right people. As a networking pro, you eagerly work with event promoters, private clients, and group sales to solicit business. You prospect within these groups, make presentations, write proposals, and more to secure their bookings for facilities rentals. You love having the opportunity to collaborate and meet new people!

When event planners seem undecided, you extend an invitation to visit Galveston and arrange for a tour of our excellent facilities and attractions. You proactively organize facilities packages, and your willingness to go the extra mile wins over potential clients. Committed to providing exceptional customer service, you stay in touch with clients before, during, and after their events to ensure total satisfaction.

Organized and attentive to detail, you compile monthly activity reports to make sure you're on track to achieve your goals. When necessary, you provide training for other associates so you can succeed together. Thanks to your dedication and drive, many special event groups choose Galveston as their destination. You feel great that your efforts have a positive impact on our local economy, and you're pleased to be well compensated for your skills!

Qualifications For a Beach Parks Special Event Manager

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or an equal combination of education, training, and experience
  • 5 years of experience in event, park, or attraction management
  • Ability to communicate effectively in person and in writing with elected officials, citizens, tourist and related entities
  • Strong public speaking and computer skills
  • Valid Class C driver's license
  • Willingness to receive training to become a Certified Tourism Ambassador

Do you have excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills? Are you a strategic thinker with a talent for creative problem-solving? Can you prioritize multiple tasks while effectively meeting deadlines? If yes, you might just be perfect for this position!

WORK SCHEDULE FOR A BEACH PARKS SPECIAL EVENT MANAGER

This Beach Parks Special Event Manager position typically works Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM. Early morning, evening, weekend, and holiday hours may be required depending on operational needs and deadlines, especially during the summer months. This job requires travel within the Galveston area.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel that you would be right for this job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

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