Community Events Coordinator-Parks (Part-Time 26 Hours/Week) Full Time NEW

Description

Hourly Rate: $20.17

This is a year-round, part-time position averaging up to 26 hours per week, including weekends.

Job Description

Under the supervision of the Community Events Manager, the Community Events Coordinator assists the City of Mansfield Parks and Recreation Department with the planning, organization, setup, execution, monitoring, and breakdown of special events throughout the City.

Examples Of Work To Be Performed

• Assist the Community Events Manager and Parks and Recreation staff with planning, organizing, and executing City-sponsored events.
• Follow and execute event plans, timelines, and assignments according to pre-established schedules.
• Assist with setting up and breaking down event spaces, including tables, chairs, equipment, decorations, and supplies.
• Monitor event areas to ensure safety, cleanliness, and compliance with City policies and procedures.
• Assist with crowd flow, guest directions, and basic event logistics.
• Interact professionally with guests, parents/guardians, volunteers, sponsors, vendors, performers, and coworkers at all times.
• Perform basic office and event support duties such as answering phones, organizing materials, and light cleaning.
• Provide a high level of customer service to event guests, volunteers, sponsors, vendors, performers, and fellow staff.
• Assist with recreation programs and events, including monitoring activities and participants.
• When needed, assist with desk operations at the Mansfield Activities Center, Parks and Recreation Administration, and Geyer Commons by greeting guests, answering questions, and providing event and facility information.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members during event operations.
• Attend staff meetings, training, and briefings as scheduled.
• Drive city vehicles as needed for event operations.
• Enforce and maintain Parks and Recreation facility and event policies as needed.
• Perform other assigned duties as required.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required Knowledge Skills And Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Friendly, professional, and customer-service-oriented attitude.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Dependable, punctual, and self-motivated.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to provide remarkable customer service to all guests and patrons.
• Ability to follow instructions and adapt to changing event needs.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and some holidays.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Google Drive and related applications.

Required Education, Training, And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must possess a valid Texas drivers license
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Desired Training And Experience

• Previous experience in customer service, recreation, hospitality, or special events.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Essential Physical Functions

Physical activities required:

• Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling
• Reaching, standing for extended periods, walking
• Pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying event equipment and supplies
• Fingering, grasping, and feeling
• Talking and hearing to effectively communicate
• Repetitive motion involving hands, wrists, and arms

Physical Requirements

• Medium work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly.

Visual Acuity Requirements

• Ability to determine accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work
• Ability to make general observations of facilities and event spaces

Working Conditions

• The worker is subject to both environmental conditions hot and cold. Activities occur inside and outside.
• Exposure to varying weather conditions, including extreme heat. The worker is subject to environmental conditions. Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.
• Exposure to elevated noise levels during events. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level.
• Exposure to physical hazards associated with event setup, equipment, and large crowds

Americans With Disabilities

The City of Mansfield complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and it is our policy to ensure that no person is discriminated against based on their disability. The City of Mansfield offers equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals and strictly prohibits the discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability. The City of Mansfield shall provide reasonable accommodates to applicants and employees who are otherwise qualified to perform the essential job duties when doing so does not create an undue hardship for the city.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Mansfield provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. The City of Mansfield is mandated by federal law to provide a drug-free working environment for the safety of its employees and the public. All employment is contingent upon passing a post-offer employment drug test and /or physical.