The Denver Post Ride The Rockies Bicycle Tour has attained world class status over the last 30 years as one of the country’s premier recreational bicycle tour events. Each year, via a lottery registration system, 2000+ cyclists pedal the 6-7 day, 400+ mile trek through some of Colorado’s most beautiful mountainous terrain and most hospitable communities.
Started in 2012 in partnership with the Governor’s Office, The Denver Post Pedal The Plains Bicycle Tour is a 3-day recreational bicycle ride through the eastern plains of Colorado and offers its participants the beauty of the Colorado plains; along with agricultural “education” stops and great community hospitality.
Both events are produced by The Denver Post Community Foundation which raises and distributes funds to nonprofits serving the area of arts, youth, education and human services.
The Denver Post Community Foundation is currently seeking an experienced candidate to serve as Community Relations Manager of The Denver Post Ride The Rockies and The Denver Post Pedal The Plains Bicycle Tours. This position reports directly to the Ride The Rockies / Pedal The Plains Tour Director and works with one other full-time staff member and one seasonal intern.
Responsibilities:
This position is responsible for overall host community management for Ride The Rockies and Pedal The Plains including but not limited to:
Liaison between Ride The Rockies/Pedal The Plains and community partners
Provide support to event grant recipients and manage grant committee and grant process
Coordinate and manage all host community set-up logistics & meetings
Manage collaborative partnership program
Manage and recruit route vendors
Sponsorship cultivation and retention
Nightly check presentations to non-profit grant recipients during the tour
Recruit and manage demo partners
Execute production and vendor recruitment for start and finish town expos
Coordinate Route Announcement Party & Silent Auctions
Qualifications:
3+ years of successful event management experience
Strong logistical and operational knowledge and experience planning multi day events/routes
Excellent problem solving skills and experience
Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills and experience
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent internal and external communication and presentation skills
Ability to work well with others in a respectful, positive team atmosphere
Creative, positive thinker with strong knowledge of industry and ideas for growth
Passion and knowledge of cycling industry
Strong interest and commitment to serving the community
Strong computer skills including WordPress, Google and MicroSoft Office
Four year degree – Marketing, Communication, Event Management preferred
Compensation and Benefits:
Competitive salary plus full benefits and vacation. Must be willing to travel and work a flexible schedule to support event needs (particularly in the summer).
How to Apply:
Qualified applicants should submit cover letter, resume and up to three references by October 31, 2016.
Email to: rwheelock@denverpost.com. No calls please.
The Denver Post and Denver Post Community Foundation is an equal opportunity employer.
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