Community Events Coordinator-Parks (Part-Time 26 Hours/Week)

Hourly Rate: $20.17

Year‑round, part‑time position averaging up to 26 hours per week, including weekends.

Job Description

Under the supervision of the Community Events Manager, the Community Events Coordinator assists the City of Mansfield Parks and Recreation Department with the planning, organization, setup, execution, monitoring, and breakdown of special events throughout the City.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Community Events Manager and Parks and Recreation staff with planning, organizing, and executing City‑sponsored events.
• Follow and execute event plans, timelines, and assignments according to pre‑established schedules.
• Set up and break down event spaces, including tables, chairs, equipment, decorations, and supplies.
• Monitor event areas to ensure safety, cleanliness, and compliance with City policies and procedures.
• Assist with crowd flow, guest directions, and basic event logistics.
• Interact professionally with guests, parents/guardians, volunteers, sponsors, vendors, performers, and coworkers.
• Perform basic office and event support duties such as answering phones, organizing materials, and light cleaning.
• Provide a high level of customer service to event guests, volunteers, sponsors, vendors, performers, and fellow staff.
• Assist with recreation programs and events, including monitoring activities and participants.
• When needed, assist with desk operations at the Mansfield Activities Center, Parks and Recreation Administration, and Geyer Commons by greeting guests, answering questions, and providing event and facility information.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members during event operations.
• Attend staff meetings, training, and briefings as scheduled.
• Drive city vehicles as needed for event operations.
• Enforce and maintain Parks and Recreation facility and event policies as needed.
• Perform other assigned duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Friendly, professional, and customer‑service‑oriented attitude.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Dependable, punctual, and self‑motivated.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to provide remarkable customer service to all guests and patrons.
• Ability to follow instructions and adapt to changing event needs.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and some holidays.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Google Drive, and related applications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Texas driver’s license.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Previous experience in customer service, recreation, hospitality, or special events preferred.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Physical Requirements

Medium work. Exerting up to 50 lb of force occasionally, up to 30 lb frequently, and up to 10 lb constantly. Required activities include climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing for extended periods, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying event equipment and supplies, as well as repetitive hand motions.

Visual acuity needed to determine accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work and to make general observations of facilities and event spaces.

Working Conditions

Exposure to both hot and cold outdoor conditions, varying weather, extreme heat, elevated noise levels requiring shouting, and physical hazards associated with event setup, equipment, and large crowds.

Pay

Hourly Rate: $20.17

Schedule

Year‑round, part‑time, averaging up to 26 hours per week, including evenings, weekends, and some holidays.