EVENT COORDINATOR, DISTRICT AGRICULTURAL ASSOCIATION

Event Coordinator, District Agricultural Association CDFA•14th District Ag Assoc

JC-515964

•Event Coordinator, District Agricultural Association

EVENT COORDINATOR, DISTRICT AGRICULTURAL ASSOCIATION

$5,014.00•$6,276.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date:

6/9/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description 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 DAA's 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 . 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. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

EVENT COORDINATOR, DISTRICT AGRICULTURAL ASSOCIATION

Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Position Details Job Code #:

JC-515964

Position #(s): 014-000-4903-999

Working Title:

Event Coordinator, District Agricultural Association

Classification:

EVENT COORDINATOR, DISTRICT AGRICULTURAL ASSOCIATION

$5,014.00•$6,276.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of

Positions:

1

Work Location:

Santa Cruz County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time Department Information The Mission of the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is to safeguard a resilient food system and promote an equitable marketplace, cultivating a California grown food supply that is globally recognized for innovation, quality, and sustainability. The 14th District Agricultural Association (DAA) strives to maintain and promote its facilities in a manner that encourages year-round use and annually produces the Santa Cruz County Fair. The fairgrounds are located in Watsonville, CA on a 105-acre property. The annual fair is held in September, and the fairgrounds rent the buildings and grounds for interim and community events.

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//santacruzcountyfair.com/ Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date:

6/9/2026