Program Development Coordinator - Austin, United States - City of Austin

City of Austin

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Description

Position Information

Posting Title

Program Development Coordinator
Reserved for City of Austin Employees Only (Parks and Recreation)
Job Requisition Number
COA091799
Position Number

Job Type

Full-Time
Division Name
Architectural Development
Minimum Qualifications

Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field, plus two (2) years of experience in a field related to the job.
Experience may substitute for education up to four (4) years.

Licenses or Certifications:

None.

Notes to Applicants

The City of Austin
Parks and Recreation Department (PARD
) provides, protects and preserves a park system that promotes quality recreational, cultural and outdoor experiences for the Austin community. Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more Click
HERE for more information.
The
Program Development Coordinator position, under general supervision, will coordinate the Tourism Program for the PARD historic tourist sites and parks. This position will report to the Program Manager of the Historic Preservation and Tourism Program within the division.

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Application Instructions/Job Requirements:

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Skills Assessments: Skills assessment(s) may be required as part of the recruitment process.
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Virtual Interviews: PARD may conduct virtual interviews.
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Military/Veteran: An applicant claiming Military/Veteran status must provide a copy of his or her DD-214(s), or valid comparable document, at the time of interview.
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Physical Requirements:Tasks may involve bending, lifting, walking, carrying or using a force equal to lifting up to lifting up to fifteen (15) pounds. Work environment includes inside, and outside environmental conditions, extreme temperatures, and hazards associated with equipment operation including fumes, oils, gases and mists. Must be physically and mentally able to communicate, respond and work with participant's needs and safety issues.

Other Information:

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Travel: If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin
Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.
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90 Day Provision for Additional Vacancy: This posting may be used to fill other vacancies in other divisions/work locations within the City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department. Decisions on assigned selection will be made at the time of hire based on the business needs of the department.
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Tobacco and Vape-Free Workplace: PARD work site locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any PARD work site - including construction sites, parking lots, garages or in any personal vehicles located on the premises.

Pay Range
- $ $34.34 per hour
Hours

Work/Location Schedule Notes:

Monday
Friday, 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
May be required to work during special events, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
May be required to work during City emergencies such as extreme weather events.

Job Close Date

06/05/2024
Type of Posting
Reserved for City Employees
Department
Parks and Recreation
Regular/Temporary
Regular
Grant Funded or Pooled Position
Not Applicable
Category
Professional
Location
919 W. 28 1/2 Street, Austin Texas, 78705
Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Education:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in communications, public relations, tourism studies, marketing, journalism or related field.

Preferred Experience:

Experience with Adobe Creative Suite software or equivalent.
Experience in promoting destinations and events to tourists.
Experience with public sector contracting and procurement.

Preferred Knowledge:

Knowledge of Texas Hotel Occupancy Tax statute and allowable uses or the ability to learn within 90 days of hire.

Other:

Ability to travel to more than one work location.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Oversees the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of programs and sponsored special events.
Leads initiatives related to community needs and outreach.
Ensures the programs and services offered contribute to the organization's mission and reflect the priorities and approved budget.
Works with internal and external individuals to identify/plan program themes.
Monitors the delivery of the programs and events to maintain or improve quality.
Provides regular program reports.
Works