Cary's Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources department is seeking a creative, organized, and community-oriented Program Assistant II to support Cary's community events and community center programming.
This position will play an essential role in planning and implementing signature annual events such as the Daddy-Daughter Dance, Easter Egg Hunt, Mummy & Son Ball, Grinch Candy Cane Hunts, and more. The position will also provide day-to-day community center support and customer service to community center visitors. If you enjoy event planning and engaging with the public, apply to join our team!
Work will require a flexible schedule which may include weekends, evenings, and holidays.
This is a part-time, non-benefited, year-round position, up to 20 hours a week, with a maximum of 999 hours per year.
Education and Experience
Requires a combination of education and experience equivalent to an associates degree with coursework in Parks and Recreation, Communication, Marketing, Event Management, or a related field.
Preference will be given to candidates who possess any of the following:
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Some experience with community/family event planning or programming
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Some experience in marketing, social media content creation and strategy, or community engagement
Physical Requirements
Work in this class requires an employee to be able to hear and talk in order to communicate with public. An employee must be able to walk unassisted and move about freely. Requires the ability to lift moderately heavy items (up to 25 lbs.) such as chairs, 6-foot tables, rolling bleachers, and event supplies. Visual acuity is needed in order to read typewritten and handwritten materials and to view a computer terminal. Part of the work is clerical in nature and may require sitting and use of a computer for extended periods of time.
Conditions of Employment
Requires a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Requires drug testing and background check (which may include criminal history check, SBI finger-printing, motor vehicle records check, education verification and credit history review) and satisfactory reference checks prior to employment.
