Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $55,000.00 - $65,000.00
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional development opportunities
Flexible working hours
Employee wellness programs
Job Description
The City of Oak Park is a vibrant municipality located in Michigan, known for its commitment to community enrichment and public service. The city promotes a high quality of life for its residents through a wide array of recreational activities, events, and programs designed to engage its diverse population. Our Recreation Department plays a crucial role in this mission by overseeing various community-centered activities and facilities, including the Event Hub, which hosts a range of indoor and outdoor events, programs, and rentals. Dedicated to fostering community spirit and engagement, the City of Oak Park offers a dynamic work environment where... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in recreation and event management hospitality management hospitality or event planning
- Minimum of 2 years experience in recreation with event planning programming and staff supervision
- Valid Michigan driver's license and driving record that meets City qualifications
- Ability to work days evenings weekends and holidays as needed
- Physical ability to lift and move items up to 25 pounds
- Ability to use hands to finger handle or feel and reach with hands and arms
- Ability to work both indoors in a business office setting and outdoors during events and in varying weather conditions
- Excellent organizational communication and leadership skills
- Familiarity with event management recreation registration and budgeting software
- Ability to manage multiple tasks schedules and meet deadlines
- Ability to handle cash according to City procedures
- Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in recreation and event management hospitality management hospitality or event planning
- A minimum of 2 years experience in the field of recreation with event planning programming and staff supervision
- Have a valid Michigan driver's license and a driving record that meets the minimum City qualifications to travel to various locations in and around the community
- Event Planning Specialist Certification (CEPS) preferred
- ServeSafe Food Protection Manager Certification preferred
- TAMS Certified - Techniques of Alcohol Management preferred
- Farmer's Market Manager Certification preferred
- Shared Kitchen Workshops seminars and educational classes preferred
Job Duties
- Oversees and assists with all logistic aspects of the Farmer's Market including vendor recruitment marketing programming staffing entertainment community events and coordination of food assistance programs
- Oversees and assists with the recruitment and retention of existing and prospective farmers' market vendors and maintaining a positive and sustainable growth of the market
- Planning organizing and executing diverse community events and programs to maximize use of the event hub commercial kitchen and amphitheater
- Developing and managing event budgets and financial records including invoice and billing processes
- Responsible for cash handling according to City procedures
- Development and implementation of the marketing strategy of event hub commercial kitchen and amphitheater to generate revenue and build customer relationships
- Manages and maintains reservation and scheduling software
- Managing event day operations staff and ensuring attendee satisfaction
- Supervision training and scheduling of staff and volunteers to ensure safety and upkeep of the facilities
- Responsible for rentals of the event hub commercial kitchen and amphitheater ensuring that renter expectations match the experience provided and maintaining quality customer interactions
- Working closely with clients building relationships and handling inquiries and complaints
- City of Oak Park Event Hub policies and procedures are consistent communicated and abided by
- Explores potential funding opportunities through grants sponsorships and community resources
- Coordinate activities of the department with those of other city departments
- Maintains high standards of food safety and sanitation while working closely with the Oakland County Health Department
- Participate in department and city meetings professional committees workshops and round tables that are pertinent to the position
- Reports and troubleshoots equipment facility software failures or malfunctions
- Post-event evaluation and reporting to the Recreation Director
- Collaborating with a team and working independently
- Other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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