Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $16.00 - $20.78
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
flexible schedule
part-time hours
community engagement
hands-on experience
Professional development opportunities
Job Description
Cary's Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources department is a dedicated division of the Town of Cary, known for its commitment to enhancing community life through diverse recreational and cultural programs. As a vibrant and growing municipality in North Carolina, Cary offers a rich blend of opportunities and resources for its residents. The department is responsible for organizing a wide range of activities, events, and programs designed to engage people of all ages and backgrounds, from outdoor adventure to arts and cultural experiences. This department's focus on community engagement and quality programming underscores its crucial role in promoting wellness, fun, and... Show More
Job Requirements
- Requires a combination of education and experience equivalent to an associates degree with coursework in parks and recreation, communication, marketing, event management, or a related field
- ability to hear and talk to communicate with the public
- ability to walk unassisted and move about freely
- ability to lift moderately heavy items up to 25 lbs
- valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
- ability to use general computer software and standard office practices
- flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, and holidays
- ability to complete assignments accurately and on time
- undergo drug testing and background check including criminal history, fingerprinting, motor vehicle records, education and credit verification, and reference checks prior to employment
Job Qualifications
- Requires a combination of education and experience equivalent to an associates degree with coursework in Parks and Recreation, Communication, Marketing, Event Management, or a related field
- some experience with community/family event planning or programming preferred
- some experience in marketing, social media content creation and strategy, or community engagement preferred
Job Duties
- Plans, implements, and manages community events
- performs routine clerical and administrative duties including assisting at the community center front desk, registering patrons, answering phones, and running reports
- assists in developing the purpose, goals, and focus of Cary events
- develops and organizes financial and human resources to implement new and existing events
- assists with facilitating the procurement of agreements with vendors, entertainers, and instructors, ensuring timely collection and maintenance of Certificates of Insurance
- prepares and monitors event budgets and expenditures
- performs marketing assistant tasks such as creating social media content, brochures, posters, flyers
- ensures that assigned web pages are accurate, timely, and complete
- works with performers and agents to determine fees and hire entertainers
- researches, screens and selects vendors for events
- assists PRCR staff in program implementation, project development and other special projects
- sets up activity rooms/gym
- manages rental reservations, data entry, and other general office duties
- performs other job-related tasks as required
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