Recreation Coordinator - Marketing (Part-Time)

The first review of candidates will be on Wednesday, July 9. Pay depending on qualifications.

Position Summary: The Marketing Coordinator supports the Parks and Recreation Department by developing and executing high-quality marketing strategies that enhance community awareness and engagement. This position plays a key role in promoting programs, events, and facilities through a variety of channels, including social media, print materials, digital content, and community outreach. In addition to marketing responsibilities, the Marketing Coordinator assists in the planning and delivery of special events, manages program expenditures, performs a variety of administrative and technical tasks, and provides direct support to the Recreation Marketing and Outreach Supervisor. This position requires strong creativity, organizational skills, and a passion for serving the community through effective communication and promotion.

Essential Functions

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodation so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Creates program promotional materials using City/Department standards which includes designing and preparing news releases, pamphlets, signs, and advertising and assists with the marketing of programs. 
• Ensures graphic consistency of a family of promotional literature and protects the brand image.
• Plans, develops and implements marketing strategies including marketing/ advertising plans; identifies target markets. 
• Assists Supervisor with departmental marketing on social media, websites, and all other media outlets.
• Collaborates with program staff to collect participant feedback, photos, and success stories for use in promotional and reporting materials.
• Supports sponsorship and partnership efforts by creating promotional opportunities and recognition plans for community partners.
• Helps ensure all marketing and communication materials meet ADA compliance and accessibility standards.
• Stays current on marketing trends, tools, and best practices in the parks and recreation field.
• Ensures resources are in good working condition and reports issues to supervisor.
• Maintains program reporting and prepares information as requested, including participation reports, revenue reports and program reports.
• Assists in the coordination and setup of promotional booths or outreach tables at city events, community fairs, and local schools or businesses.
• Responds to emergencies and first aid needs as necessary.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s Degree Required. Bachelor’s degree preferably in graphic design, advertising or marketing.

Experience: Two (2) year’s experience in advertising/graphic design experience and/or marketing required.

Any combination of related, education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements. 

Licenses and Certifications: Certification in First Aid and CPR/AED based in either American Heart Association or American Red Cross standards is preferred.

Conditions of Employment: Must submit to and pass a criminal background and pre-employment drug test. Must possess a valid State of Texas Drivers License Class “C” and good driving record as defined by City policy. An applicant who does not possess a Texas Driver's License or proper class, will be allowed ten (10) working days after a job offer is made to obtain proper licensing.

Other Requirements: This position is subject to working nights, weekends and holidays as directed by his/her direct supervisor, Department Head or designee, or the City Manager or designee.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge: Using personal computer including Microsoft Office, e-mail, the internet and registration software; Adobe Creative Suites (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.) and other marketing program; designing promotional materials and in program planning; graphic design and creative design; to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.

Skilled In: Working efficiently with minimum supervision; determine priorities and schedule routine activities with established guidelines; using a personal computer including Microsoft Office, Open Office, or similar word processing programs, e-mail, and the internet; basic mathematics; accepting responsibility for his/her actions; performing work accurately and thoroughly; following instructions, safety practices, and standard operating procedures in performing assigned tasks; communicating effectively, clearly, and concisely both orally and in writing; being punctual and attending work regularly; and working effectively with people regardless of their race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran' s status, genetics, or job type.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions: This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 10 pounds. 

Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. 

The City of Lewisville has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities, which may be required. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. The position also requires meeting the essential requirements of the Physical Demands and Working Conditions, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Levels of positions within a class series are distinguished by the level of responsibility assumed, the complexity of duties assigned, the independence of action taken, the nature of the public contact made, and the impact and span of tasks performed.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.  The City of Lewisville has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.