Event Coordinator

This role is responsible for planning, managing, and executing RV shows and on-lot events that enhance customer engagement and drive sales. This role requires someone with excellent event planning, coordination, and communication skills, who can work cross-functionally with marketing, sales, and external vendors to ensure smooth execution of all events.

Hybrid Position - Must be located in Jacksonville, FL

Schedule: In-office 3 days; Monday Tuesday and Thursday

Must be willing to travel; 30% - 40% Travel

At Campers Inn RV, our vision is to be the Trusted Resource and preferred dealership for our employees, customers and partners, and the industry's innovation leader and positive disruptor. Positioned for global growth, we are the most respected brand in the business, creating value with all of our dealerships by providing career opportunities for our employees and making our communities better. We are guided by our company's values of Integrity, Teamwork, Continuous Improvement and Corporate Sustainability, at all levels and in all areas of both our business and individual work decisions and actions.

Established in 1966 by Art and Fran Hirsch, Campers Inn RV has grown to become the Nation's Largest Family-Operated RV Dealership with over 35 locations in 18 states. Established on the principle that every customer deserves to be treated fairly and with respect, we focus on providing 5-star customer service to everyone who walks through our doors. Since 2010, Campers Inn RV has been consistently named Top 50 RV Dealership in the U.S. and was recently named, by RVBusiness, one of the Top 5 Blue Ribbon RV Dealerships.

What We Offer

• Ongoing career development opportunities: Specialized job training, certifications, and professional development, and assistance in continuing education
• Comprehensive health and welfare plan to all full-time employees (30+ hours/week), including:
  • Major Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Supplemental, Spouse, and Child available)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Paid Time Off
  • Qualified retirement plan (401k) with Employer Match
• Fair and competitive compensation
• Essential Job Functions
  • Event Planning and Coordination: Oversee the planning and execution of RV shows and on-lot events, including vendor coordination, venue selection, logistics management, and budget tracking.
  • Vendor and Partner Relations: Manage relationships with event vendors, exhibitors, and sponsors, ensuring all stakeholders are aligned and event needs are met.
  • Marketing Collaboration: Work closely with the marketing team to develop event promotional strategies, including social media, email campaigns, and in-store marketing to maximize attendance and awareness.
  • Logistics Management: Handle all logistical aspects of events, including equipment rentals, booth setup, signage, food and beverage, and transportation. Ensure all aspects are on time and on budget.
  • Onsite Event Management: Serve as the primary point of contact during events, overseeing setup, execution, and teardown. Ensure a seamless experience for attendees and exhibitors.
  • Customer Engagement: Create memorable customer experiences by coordinating activities, seminars, and giveaways that attract and engage attendees, while fostering strong customer relationships.
  • Post-Event Analysis: Analyze the success of each event, gathering feedback from customers, staff, and vendors. Provide post-event reports that include insights into attendance, sales impact, and areas for improvement.
  • Budget Management: Work within allocated budgets to plan events, keeping a clear record of expenses and ensuring cost-effective solutions.
• Qualifications
  • Education:
    • Bachelor's degree in marketing or another related field or equivalent experience required.
    • Proven experience in event planning, preferably with a focus on trade shows, exhibitions, or on-lot events.
  • Experience:
    • Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously.
    • Excellent communication and negotiation skills to manage vendors, internal teams, and external partners.
    • Ability to work in fast-paced environments and adapt to changing event conditions or challenges.
    • Proficiency in event management software and tools.
    • Strong attention to detail and a customer-centric mindset.
  • Abilities:
    • Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously.
    • Excellent communication and negotiation skills to manage vendors, internal teams, and external partners.
    • Ability to work in fast-paced environments and adapt to changing event conditions or challenges.
    • Proficiency in event management software and tools.
    • Strong attention to detail and a customer-centric mindset.

Camper's Inn RV is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace. We are committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Camper's Inn RV makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.