Town of Garner, NC
Event and Marketing Assistant
Town of Garner, NC, Garner, North Carolina, United States, 27529
Salary:
$15.37 - $16.62 Hourly
Location :
Garner, NC
Job Type:
Supplemental
Job Number:
2024-00036
Department:
Parks, Recreation, & Cultural Resources
Opening Date:
08/09/2024
Closing Date:
8/27/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
The Garner Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department is seeking an outgoing, energetic, resourceful Event Assistant to be responsible for assisting the Special Events Coordinator in planning, operating, and implementing all Town-wide events including, but not limited to, the Spring Eggstravaganza, Independence Day Celebration, Festival Latino, Trick-or-Treat the Trail, Holiday Block Party, and Friday Family Flicks. This supplemental position will also support the Marketing Coordinator with a variety of tasks that support the department including brochures, flyers, website, social media and email newsletters. Work hours are Monday-Friday generally between 8am-5pm with some weekend and evening hours.
Examples of Duties
Typical tasks include but are not limited to:• Event preparation, set-up, and clean-up• Keeping an accurate inventory of supplies and inspecting inventory for proper condition• Enforcing rules and regulations at events• Coordinating volunteers at events• Creating marketing materials using a variety of tools including social media posts, reels, flyers, graphics, and email newsletters• Proof-reading marketing materials• Updating the department's website information• Attending non-Town events to promote the department's events, programs, and services• Operate Town vehicles, including a 15-passenger bus
Minimum Qualifications
Qualified applicants must possess the following:
High School diploma or equivalentBe at least 18 years oldCPR/First Aid Certification or ability to receive within 6 months of hiringA driver's license valid in North CarolinaExcellent customer service experience with good verbal and written communication skillsExperience with technology and social media toolsAbility to lift/move 20 lbs alone and 50lbs with assistanceAbility to stand/walk for long periods of timeAbility to work in outdoor conditions regularlyEvent planning and coordination experience preferredMarketing experience preferred
Additional Information
This supplemental position will be scheduled for up to 20 hours per week.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Part-time positions requiring less than 1000 hours per year and Temporary or Seasonal positions are eligible for free membership to the Local Government Federal Credit Union and other benefits required by law. All employees are eligible to participate in the North Carolina 457b supplemental retirement plan.
01
Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?
YesNo
02
Do you have a valid driver's license?
YesNo
03
Are you at least 18 years old?
YesNo
04
Do you have special events planning experience? (If so, details should be included on your application or resume.)
YesNo
05
Do you have marketing experience? (If so, details should be included on your application or resume.)
YesNo
06
Do you have customer service experience? (If so, details should be included in your application or resume.)
YesNo
07
Are you currently CPR certified? If yes, details should be included in the certificates and licenses section of your application.
YesNo
08
Can you safely lift/move up to 20 lbs.?
YesNo
09
Are you able to stand and walk for extended periods of time?
YesNo
10
Please tell us what makes you excited about this position.
Required Question
$15.37 - $16.62 Hourly
Location :
Garner, NC
Job Type:
Supplemental
Job Number:
2024-00036
Department:
Parks, Recreation, & Cultural Resources
Opening Date:
08/09/2024
Closing Date:
8/27/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
The Garner Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department is seeking an outgoing, energetic, resourceful Event Assistant to be responsible for assisting the Special Events Coordinator in planning, operating, and implementing all Town-wide events including, but not limited to, the Spring Eggstravaganza, Independence Day Celebration, Festival Latino, Trick-or-Treat the Trail, Holiday Block Party, and Friday Family Flicks. This supplemental position will also support the Marketing Coordinator with a variety of tasks that support the department including brochures, flyers, website, social media and email newsletters. Work hours are Monday-Friday generally between 8am-5pm with some weekend and evening hours.
Examples of Duties
Typical tasks include but are not limited to:• Event preparation, set-up, and clean-up• Keeping an accurate inventory of supplies and inspecting inventory for proper condition• Enforcing rules and regulations at events• Coordinating volunteers at events• Creating marketing materials using a variety of tools including social media posts, reels, flyers, graphics, and email newsletters• Proof-reading marketing materials• Updating the department's website information• Attending non-Town events to promote the department's events, programs, and services• Operate Town vehicles, including a 15-passenger bus
Minimum Qualifications
Qualified applicants must possess the following:
High School diploma or equivalentBe at least 18 years oldCPR/First Aid Certification or ability to receive within 6 months of hiringA driver's license valid in North CarolinaExcellent customer service experience with good verbal and written communication skillsExperience with technology and social media toolsAbility to lift/move 20 lbs alone and 50lbs with assistanceAbility to stand/walk for long periods of timeAbility to work in outdoor conditions regularlyEvent planning and coordination experience preferredMarketing experience preferred
Additional Information
This supplemental position will be scheduled for up to 20 hours per week.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Part-time positions requiring less than 1000 hours per year and Temporary or Seasonal positions are eligible for free membership to the Local Government Federal Credit Union and other benefits required by law. All employees are eligible to participate in the North Carolina 457b supplemental retirement plan.
01
Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?
YesNo
02
Do you have a valid driver's license?
YesNo
03
Are you at least 18 years old?
YesNo
04
Do you have special events planning experience? (If so, details should be included on your application or resume.)
YesNo
05
Do you have marketing experience? (If so, details should be included on your application or resume.)
YesNo
06
Do you have customer service experience? (If so, details should be included in your application or resume.)
YesNo
07
Are you currently CPR certified? If yes, details should be included in the certificates and licenses section of your application.
YesNo
08
Can you safely lift/move up to 20 lbs.?
YesNo
09
Are you able to stand and walk for extended periods of time?
YesNo
10
Please tell us what makes you excited about this position.
Required Question