About This Role
Planning and executing the City's signature events, such as Winter Wonderland and Fall Carnival, is the core of this role, along with working with private event organizers. This position in the City of Richland's Recreation Division suits an experienced event coordinator who can also supervise staff and volunteers.
Responsibilities
- Lead the planning and execution of the City’s signature events (ex: Winter Wonderland, Fall Carnival, National Night Out & City Fair, etc.)
- Work directly with numerous private event organizers who hold their events in Richland’s parks and facilities
- Exercise limited supervision over assigned staff and volunteers
Requirements
- Associate's/Technical degree in recreation or related field
- Three (3) years of experience in recreation programming
- One (1) year of experience in a lead or supervisory role
- Valid driver’s license
- Obtain Food Handler's Permit within three (3) months of hire
- Obtain First Aid, CPR and Defibrillator Certifications within three (3) months of hire
Nice to have:
- Experience in event planning and coordination
- Knowledge of and passion for Richland Parks & Recreation events
- Experience in volunteer recruitment and coordination
- Excellent communications skills
- Experience recruiting and maintaining sponsorships
Benefits
- Excellent open access (preferred provider) medical plan with substantial City-paid contribution
- City-paid dental and vision plans
- City-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (equals two times the employee's annual salary)
- City-paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Participation in the State of Washington's Retirement Plan (PERS)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 10 Paid Holidays
- 4% City-match deferred compensation with 457 and 401(a) plan options
- Extended Sick Leave (ESL)
- Section 125 - Flexible Benefits Plan (Medical/Dependent Care)
- City Paid and Employee Paid Retirement Health Savings Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Annual Performance Assessment System
Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual:
- 0 months through 6 months: 13.33 hours per month
- 6 months through 9 years: 20.33 hours per month
- 10 years through 15 years: 22.33 hours per month
- 16 years through 20 years: 24.33 hours per month
- Over 20 years: 26.33 hours per month
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