Entertainment and Nightlife Liaison

Salary range of $60,000 to $68,000

Posting expires: 11/8/24

The Office of Film, Entertainment & Nightlife is responsible for the following:

The Nightlife and Entertainment Liaison acts as a point of contact between the City of Atlanta and nightlife establishments. This role supports the Nightlife Manager and Associate Nightlife Manager by conducting business assessments, including night-time visits to bars, lounges, clubs, restaurants, and other venues to ensure compliance with city regulations and safety standards. The Liaison fosters relationships with stakeholders, promotes a safe and vibrant nightlife scene, and ensures that the entertainment industry aligns with city policies and public safety. Additionally, the role helps develop and implement initiatives that position nightlife as a vital economic and cultural asset, while addressing any issues impacting both nightlife establishments and local communities.

List the essential job duties that are specific to the position. These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.
• Serve as a liaison between nightlife establishments, community groups, residents, and city departments to address concerns and collaborate on initiatives. Build strong relationships with business owners, neighborhood planning units, and civic organizations.
• Assist in planning and coordinating nightlife-related events and activities, ensuring compliance with public safety standards and city regulations. Partner with internal and external stakeholders to support culturally vibrant and safe events in Atlanta's nightlife scene.
• Engage with local businesses, event organizers, and community members to gather feedback on nightlife activities. Facilitate outreach engagements to address concerns related to nightlife and entertainment, while promoting an inclusive and economically beneficial nightlife ecosystem.
• Work with the Director to develop and implement policies that support the city’s nightlife. Ensure compliance with city ordinances and resolve issues related to licensing, permits, and event regulations.
• Collaborate with law enforcement, city agencies, and nightlife venues to ensure public safety at events and during nighttime operations. Address security concerns and help coordinate safety measures for large-scale nightlife activities.
• Assist the Nightlife Manager and Associate Nightlife Manager with business assessments as needed, including conducting visits during night hours at bars, lounges, clubs, restaurants and other nightlife venues to ensure compliance with city regulations and safety standards.
• Assist in the collection and analysis of data regarding nightlife and entertainment activities. Prepare reports, presentations, and recommendations based on findings to help guide policy development and decision-making.

• Work with the communications team to develop promotional materials and social media content for nightlife events and activities. Assist in promoting Atlanta’s nightlife as a cultural and economic asset to the city.
• Act as the point of contact for resolving issues and concerns related to nightlife establishments, including complaints, noise concerns, and safety issues. Ensure timely and professional responses to inquiries.

The above statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. COA may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

Soft Skills:

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with excellent oral and written communication.
• Proficient in MS Office and digital communication platforms (website, social media, etc.), with a solid understanding of project, and event management processes.
• Demonstrates strong organizational abilities, with attention to detail, while leveraging experience and judgment to achieve goals.
• Knowledge of Atlanta's entertainment and nightlife ecosystem or a strong willingness to learn.

Ability to:

• Maintain confidentiality and ensure accuracy by staying organized, detail-oriented, and attentive in all communications.
• Effectively manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and quickly adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Demonstrate excellent communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills, working both independently and collaboratively.

Required

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in event coordination, community engagement, or business development, preferably in the nightlife or entertainment industry.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience in conflict resolution and ability to manage competing interests.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with experience in public speaking.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively..

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, hospitality management, or a related field.
• Knowledge of local government operations and familiarity with city permitting and regulatory processes.
• Familiarity with the nightlife and entertainment ecosystem of a major metropolitan city.

Special Requirements

• Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as required.

The position may require the ability to be on-call to address urgent nightlife-related issues or concerns.

It is the policy of the City of Atlanta (“COA”) that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.

The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran’s status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.

Closing Date/Time: 2024-11-08

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