Salary: $19.69 – $24.74 Hourly
Location : Greenacres, FL
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 361
Department: Community & Recreation Services
Opening Date: 09/11/2023
Closing Date: 9/29/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
Introduction
***The hourly rate is effective Fiscal Year 2024, which begins on October 1, 2023.***
*The City of Greenacres’ Compensation Plan allows for hiring at a maximum rate of up to 15% above the minimum range for the position based on education, experience and valid proof of certification(s) that are obtained through extensive program of study and training over and above the minimum requirements.
Thank you for your interest in employment with the City of Greenacres. You must be able to meet the minimum following requirements:
- Must have graduated from an accredited high school or have obtained a State of Florida G.E.D. certificate or equivalent.
- Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida driver’s license.
- Must be of good moral character.
- Must submit to a post-offer physical examination, drug screen and Level II fingerprinting. The offer of employment will be contingent on the results of testing and/or examinations.
REQUIRED INFORMATION AND DOCUMENTS:
- A minimum of three (3) professional/personal references must be provided.
Please upload the following documents to the application:
- H.S. Diploma/G.E.D. Certificate
- College Diploma (if applicable)
- Veterans Preference documentation (if applicable)
- Military DD214 Form (if applicable)
- Military Discharge Certificate (if applicable)
Applications received without required attachments will be considered incomplete.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Position Summary: Assists with the planning, coordination, and execution, for the City sponsored and co-sponsored community events, event marketing, as well as other CRS programs and activities; department sponsorships, donations, and fundraising activity, as assigned.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (The duties listed are intended to serve as an example of the typical functions performed. They are not exclusive or all-inclusive and will vary with assignments.)
- Assists with the planning, coordination, and execution of all community events, other CRS programs and activities, and special senior events.
- Promotes City events and assists with local business sponsorships, partnerships, and donations.
- Assists with the coordination of operations related to all City and co-sponsored events, senior activities, and other special events/projects, when required.
- Assists with identifying and obtaining equipment and supplies required for events; obtains quotes for the Events Supervisor; conducts quarterly inventory to track and record quantities, location, etc.
- Coordinates with front desk to deposit vendor payments and sponsorship deposits into Rec Trac, and reconciles payments.
- Assists with other City department projects, events and sponsorships, as requested.
- Administers basic First-Aid & CPR, as required.
- Work evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required.
- Ensures adherence to City policies and procedures.
- Serves as the backup to the Events Supervisor
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Practices, implementation and marketing of recreational programs.
- Event planning; logistic operations, entertainment, hospitality techniques, guideline’s and procedures.
- Project and workload management.
- Budgeting and expense reconciliation.
- Scheduling, organizing, and administering community events and programs.
- Operations of Audio/Visual equipment.
- Games, sports, arts and crafts, programs, and related activities.
- Basic office practices, procedures and equipment.
- Customer service and community relations.
- Community resources for city events, sponsorships, and cultural opportunities.
Ability to:
- Work in a fast-paced environment and with a diverse population.
- Handle various situations with mature judgment.
- Organize work assignments and resources to provide timely, effective and efficient operations.
- Communicates to appropriate program supervisor any problems, conflicts or concerns.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other city departments, vendors, and the general public.
- Provide excellent customer service.
- Use computer software including Microsoft Office, Power Point, RecTrac, and other programs.
- Maintain high standards for professional and ethical conduct.
- Follow safety rules and regulations of the City and the Department.
- Support the Department’s and City’s Mission, Values and Goals.
Education & Experience
- High School Diploma/G.E.D required, associate degree preferred from an accredited college or university in the area of Recreation, Leisure, Event Management, or related field.
- Two (2) years of professional experience assisting, coordinating and/or executing large public events, senior activities, recreation services and activities.
- An equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
- Crowd Manager Training required within six (6) months of employment.
- First Aid, CPR and AED certification within six (6) months of employment.
- Possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License.
The City of Greenacres provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes city-paid health, dental, vision and life insurance, in addition to retirement plan(s), paid vacation, sick leave, thirteen (13) paid holidays and tuition reimbursement.
01
Are you available to work a Monday – Friday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm schedule?
- Yes
- No
02
This position also requires a flexible schedule: Working nights, weekends, and City holidays for events. Are there any dates/times you are not available to work?
03
How many years of event experience do you have?
- Less than one (1) year
- One (1) to two (2) years
- Two (2) to three (3) years
- Three (3) years or more
04
What types and size events do you have experience with, or mark as “none”.
05
What are the three (3) top event planning/execution priorities, or marks as “none”.
06
Describe your experience with providing recreational services and activities for youth, families and older adults; or mark as “none”.
Required Question