Town of Garner
Event and Marketing Assistant
Town of Garner, Garner, North Carolina, United States, 27529
The Garner Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department is seeking an outgoing, energetic, resourceful Event Assistant to assist 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 various tasks including brochures, flyers, website, social media, and email newsletters. Work hours are Monday-Friday generally between 8am-5pm with some weekend and evening hours.
Typical tasks include but are not limited to:
Event preparation, set-up, and clean-upKeeping an accurate inventory of supplies and inspecting inventory for proper conditionEnforcing rules and regulations at eventsCoordinating volunteers at eventsCreating marketing materials using various tools including social media posts, reels, flyers, graphics, and email newslettersProof-reading marketing materialsUpdating the department’s website informationAttending non-Town events to promote the department’s events, programs, and servicesOperating Town vehicles, including a 15-passenger bus
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 50 lbs with assistanceAbility to stand/walk for long periods of timeAbility to work in outdoor conditions regularlyEvent planning and coordination experience preferredMarketing experience preferred
This supplemental position will be scheduled for up to 20 hours per week.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Typical tasks include but are not limited to:
Event preparation, set-up, and clean-upKeeping an accurate inventory of supplies and inspecting inventory for proper conditionEnforcing rules and regulations at eventsCoordinating volunteers at eventsCreating marketing materials using various tools including social media posts, reels, flyers, graphics, and email newslettersProof-reading marketing materialsUpdating the department’s website informationAttending non-Town events to promote the department’s events, programs, and servicesOperating Town vehicles, including a 15-passenger bus
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 50 lbs with assistanceAbility to stand/walk for long periods of timeAbility to work in outdoor conditions regularlyEvent planning and coordination experience preferredMarketing experience preferred
This supplemental position will be scheduled for up to 20 hours per week.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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