Event Coordinator, District Agricultural Association

  • CDFA - 14th District Ag Assoc
  • Santa Cruz, California
  • Full Time
and Duties

Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.

This position requires a current Event Coordinator exam. If you need to take the exam or if your score has expired, please click here to gain list eligibility.

Under direction of the Secretary-Manager III (CEO) the Event Coordinator plans, coordinates, and oversees short-term facility and ground rentals occurring outside of the annual fair period. It is responsible for related on-site operational activities for Fairgrounds events including building rentals, horse shows, grounds usage, amphitheater events, parking and barn activities. This position serves as the DAAs on-site representative for most events and is responsible for coordinating personnel, facilities, equipment, insurance, parking and security services to ensure safe, compliant, and well-coordinated event execution, including support for risk and incident management. The position does not manage long-term rentals, leases or fair time event operations, although it supports other operational roles in their management.

As an employee of the California Department of Food & Agriculture (CDFA), you are required to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. If you are interested in becoming part of a diverse and inclusive workforce where talent, experience, and expertise are valued, then CDFA is the place for you!!

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions

When in the office, the duties of this position are performed indoors in a cubicle/office environment. Each cubicle/office contains a chair, computer monitor, printer, portable and stationary filing drawers.

Job ID: 522532331
Originally Posted on: 5/26/2026

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