Recreation Specialist Recreation Parks Part Time
Recreation Specialist Recreation Parks Part Time
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;Recreation Specialist Recreation & Parks Part Time
(Onsite)
The ;Falls ;Church ;Recreation ;and ;Parks ;Department ;is looking for an energetic individual to support the community events and programming offered by the City! ;Work will be performed under the general supervision of the Recreation Supervisor. Special events include our Egg Hunt Memorial Day Parade and Festival Independence Day Celebration Sunset Cinemas Falls Church Festival Farm Day Halloween Carnival Holiday Craft Show and more. This individual will also assist in the planning and implementation of historic programs and events offered at the Cherry Hill Farmhouse as well as art and culture initiatives in the City.
The successful candidate should ;have a strong interest in communityfocused special events. An ideal candidate is flexible and able to work during typical business hours as well as events taking place on evenings weekends and holidays. If you are looking to get your start in the field of recreation or searching for active and meaningful parttime work serving all members of our community this is the job for you!
Duties include:
- Assist Program Supervisor in the planning and implementation of the annual special event calendar Cherry Hill Farmhouse programs and additional programming.
- Execute event and program logistics including preparing supplies corresponding with participating groups/staff/volunteers booking entertainment processing payments and other pre/postevent tasks.
- Monitor event applications and inquiries; correspond with applicants.
- Create event fliers community mailings social media posts and other outreach materials for special events and programs.
- Participate in setup event operations and tear down on event dates.
- Manage popup event calendar.
- Oversee volunteers and parttime staff on event dates.
- Additional duties as assigned.
- Provide excellent customer service and develop positive working relationships with individuals of varying ages and backgrounds. ;
Qualifications:
- Must have a high school diploma. Some collegelevel course work in recreation event management or related field or an equivalent combination of training and experience is preferred.
- Must be able to multitask prioritize and work in a fastpaced environment.
- Excellent organizational and computer skills (MS Office Windows desired).
- Excellent Customer service and communication skills.
- Experience using social media and some graphic design to include Canva or similar programs.
- Must pass drug screen and background checks and possess valid drivers license and good driving record as a condition of employment.
Hours: Parttime averaging 1520 hours/week. Hours and shifts will vary. Individual will work flexible planning hours during typical business hours coordinated with their supervisor. The individual will also work events and programs that typically fall on evenings weekends and holidays. ;
Salary ;Range ;& ;Benefits: ;$20/hour temporary parttime position as needed no benefits. See for additional information.
Reasonable ;Accommodation: ;
Must be able to pass a drug screen and criminal background check.
Reasonable Accommodation: During the selection process applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation with the agreement of the Human Resources Division. Requests should be directed to the Human Resources Division. The City of Falls Church does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin gender sexual orientation religion age or disability.
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All City Facilities Are Smoke Free
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Temp
