PART TIME COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST - SEASONAL

Summary Description

In San Marcos, we're looking for a creative thinker with a passion for serving the community in coordinating and planning citywide events. Working as the hub for collaborating amongst the core outward facing departments, this unique position will be responsible for presenting cornerstone annual events such as State of the City, State of Your Community, and the Volunteer Appreciation Event, to highlight a few. In addition, this position will lead the way in coordinating ribbon cutting events for new city facilities and amenities while assisting City Councilmembers with day of logistics for events. As a key member of the Parks and Recreation Department, this position will play a vital role in engaging the community by creating memorable experiences and fostering meaningful connections. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for communication and event planning, taking the lead in organizing and supporting innovative citywide events. As a steward of public funds, the incumbent must effectively utilize and interpret analytics to measure the impact and success of events, ensuring data-driven improvements for future programming.

Representative Duties

• Captures and maintains effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Develops timelines, balances multiple priorities, and meets deadlines.
• Coordinates participation of staff from other departments; requests and schedules assistance for internal and public events.
• Makes recommendations for the annual budget for assigned activities.
• Prepares and maintains a variety of records and reports related to events and assigned activities, including board meeting documents.
• Communicates with personnel, vendors, and outside organizations to coordinate activities and exchange information.
• Attends a variety of meetings as assigned.
• May provide a variety of clerical support for the outreach department, including tracking metrics, social media, and special projects as assigned.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in event management is highly desirable.
• This position requires creativity while maintaining a strong attention to detail, ability to adhere to timelines, collaborating with peers, and providing outstanding customer service to our community and City Councilmembers.
• This position requires the incumbent to communicate effectively orally and in writing, with or without reasonable accommodation, in dealing with the public and/or other employees -- all while completing assignments in a timely and efficient manner.
• Incumbents work under close supervision while being trained and gradually work more independently as knowledge and skills increase.