• Job Description

  Req#: 4319436
  Cary's Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources department is seeking a creative, organized, and community-oriented Program Assistant II to support Cary's community events and community center programming. This position will play an essential role in planning and implementing signature annual events such as the Daddy-Daughter Dance, Easter Egg Hunt, Mummy & Son Ball, Grinch Candy Cane Hunts, and more. The position will also provide day-to-day community center support and customer service to community center visitors. If you enjoy event planning and engaging with the public, apply to join our team!
  
  
  This is a part-time, non-benefited, year-round position, up to 20 hours a week, with a maximum of 999 hours per year. Work will require a flexible schedule which may include weekends, evenings, and holidays.
  • Plans, implements, and manages community events;
  • Performs routine clerical and administrative duties which could include 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;
  • Prepares and monitors event budgets and expenditures;
  • Performs marketing assistant tasks, such as creating social media content, creating brochures, posters, flyers, etc.;
  • 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.
  Requires good organization and computer skills; general knowledge of computers and related software; general knowledge of standard office practices and procedures; ability to complete assignments accurately and prior to the established deadline; skill in the operation of common office equipment; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions; ability to acquire knowledge of Cary policies, procedures, and the services of the department; ability to work independently; ability to interact with the public tactfully and constructively. May require the ability to supervise others. May require knowledge and competency in particular software programs.
  Requires a combination of education and experience equivalent to an associate degree with coursework in parks & recreation, communication, marketing, event management, or a related field.
  
  
  Requires some experience planning and implementing events.
  
  
  Physical Requirements
  Requires the ability to lift moderately heavy items such as chairs, 6-foot tables, rolling bleachers, and event supplies up to 20 lbs.
  
  
  Conditions of Employment
  Requires a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving history.
  
  Requires drug testing and background check (which may include criminal check, education verification and credit history review) prior to employment.

• About the company

  Cary is the largest town and seventh-largest municipality in North Carolina.

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