Special Events Recreation Lead

Provo City is a well-managed, friendly, economically vibrant, and livable city committed to providing high-quality recreational services and special events for its residents and visitors. Through thoughtful planning and responsible management of resources, Provo City ensures a vibrant, connected, and welcoming environment for families, students, seniors, and businesses for generations to come. The city's diverse community benefits from a variety of programs and activities designed to enhance well-being and foster community spirit.

The Provo Recreation Center serves as a hub for community engagement through its extensive leisure and fitness offerings. It plays a pivotal role in delivering recreational opportunities that promote healthy lifestyles and social interaction among residents. The Special Events team within the Recreation Center is integral to the city’s efforts in organizing memorable and well-run community events.

The available part-time position of Special Events Recreation Lead involves working closely with the Special Events Coordinator to prepare for, market, and manage a range of recreational special events. This role is ideal for motivated, civic-minded individuals who are passionate about creating enjoyable experiences for the public. Employees in this position contribute to the energetic and creative events team and help uphold the city's reputation for excellent community programming.

Compensation for this role is set at $14.00 per hour, with part-time employees eligible for individual retirement savings plans, including 401k, 457, Roth IRA, or Traditional IRA options. Additional perks include free admission to the Provo Recreation Center, Peaks Ice Arena Public Skating, and Provo Shooting Sports Park, a free library card, a 25% discount on memberships for direct family members, and discounts from various local and national vendors.

The Special Events Recreation Lead is responsible for organizing, scheduling, implementing, and evaluating assigned special events. Duties include developing registration forms, policies, and practices in collaboration with operations staff, maintaining schedules, reporting performance issues, and providing feedback on event participation and effectiveness. The role also involves soliciting information from participants, posting event notices and updates across multiple platforms, and creating digital, print, and graphic materials aligned with city brand guidelines. Managing and scheduling social media content and supervising volunteers when necessary are also key components of the position. Flexibility is essential since the work week includes Monday through Saturday with variable hours, especially on event days.

This position requires both office and outdoor work, sometimes under adverse weather conditions and in high-stress situations involving public interactions. Physical requirements include the ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds. A valid, lawful driver’s license may be required.

Provo City fosters an inclusive and diverse workplace, encouraging individuals who are creative, energetic, and committed to community engagement to apply. The selection process includes application review, a drug screen, and a criminal background check, ensuring that candidates meet the city's high standards for public service. The role is a fantastic opportunity for those interested in event planning, social media marketing, and community recreation services in a supportive and dynamic municipal environment.