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The person we seek will believe in and exhibit the City's P.F.I.R.S.T. core values: Positive, Forward-thinking, Integrity, Resilience, Service, and Teamwork.

City of Pflugerville full-time employees enjoy three (3) weeks of paid vacation along with 14 paid holidays a year, as well as an attractive retirement plan where the City puts in 2 dollars for every 1 dollar you put into retirement!

All City of Pflugerville employees, both full-time and part-time, are able to take advantage of a generous 457 deferred compensation plan and a 100% paid employee assistance program that offers financial, legal, mental, and career coaching and much more!

Job Summary

Primary responsibility includes coordinating large festivals and events for the Parks & Recreation Department. Coordinates, manages, and organizes city major events and festivals. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Works closely with Communications Department for promotion and branding of events. Functions as a planner and coordinator for several festivals and events; must apply a significant degree of initiative and independent judgement; interfaces frequently with City management, City staff and volunteers to present recommendations for web communications and City sponsored events. Performs other related work as required.

Essential Job Functions and Other Important Duties

• Coordinates and oversees special event preparation and marketing/promotional activities for the Parks and Recreation Department to include, but not limited to: Slice of Pflugerville, Deutschen Pfest, Pfestival of Lights and Christmas Parade, Music in the Park, Rock the Block, Egg Palooza, Parks and Recreation Month events, and other events as assigned.
• Organizes ribbon cuttings for new parks and facilities.
• Works closely with other city departments to facilitate event marketing and logistics.
• Serves as liaison to vendors, artists, performers, and community organizations.
• Creates after-action reports to review event efficiency through surveys, metrics and in-person feedback.
• Creates both digital and print media, promotional materials, event maps, booklets and other event materials as needed.
• Assists with maintaining Parks and Recreation web pages, website content, and social media profiles for the Department.
• Creates and implements new and/or revised processes and procedures to increase Department efficiency.
• Assists with budget preparation for special events and marketing initiatives for the Parks and Recreation Department.
• May plan, assign, train and/or supervise the work of others.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Job Qualifications

• Formal Education: Associate's degree in communications, recreation, business administration, marketing, or a related field
• Relatable Work Experience: Three (3) years of experience in recreation/event planning and/or communications; Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in recreational programs or special events.
• Training, Licenses, and Certifications: Valid Class C Texas driver’s license
• Preferred Qualifications: Government and/or municipal experience.

Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is define as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed & Environmental Factors and Other Physical Requirements

• Knowledge and skill in the development and administration of pfestivals, special events and concerts.
• Knowledge of policies, and procedures; of news and communication media; of editing and preparing informational material
• Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs, including Windows, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and Social Media platforms and tools. (Facebook, Instagram, Sprout Social).
• Ability to establish and maintain professionally effective relationships with external public/vendors, internal management and non-management employees, and City and other government officials.
• Ability to create digital and print media, promotional materials, event maps, booklets and other event materials as needed.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, as well as strong time and task management skills.
• Ability to handle multiple on-going projects simultaneously.
• Ability to develop, implement, and administer goals, objectives, and procedures for providing effective and efficient services for the City.
• Subject to sitting and standing to perform essential functions in an office environment.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Visual acuity, speech, and hearing; hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate office equipment
• Regularly scheduled for 5-day, 40-hour workweek, Monday through Friday; overtime may be required to meet departmental deadlines or attend meetings.  Schedule may be variable in order to accommodate required evening/weekend meetings and events.

If you are someone interested in making a difference in the community and wish to be a part of the Pflugerville team, go to pflugervilletx.gov under Employment Opportunities and apply today!

For more details about the benefits offered by the City, please visit: City of Pflugerville Benefits

About City of Pflugerville Parks and Recreation

The City of Pflugerville, Texas is where quality meets life. Known for its small town feel in the midst of expansive growth, Pflugerville is a community recognized for its pfamily-pfriendly atmosphere and great community. Since its beginnings as an incorporated city in 1965, the city of Pflugerville has welcomed employers, entertainment and more. The city employs more than 300 employees who help serve the Pflugerville Community. View current job postings online at www.pflugervilletx.gov/jobs.

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