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Position Title:

Events Asstistant Hourly

Job Description:

The incumbent serves as a primary program support for both the events and volunteer coordination within the Public Lands Department. This role involves planning, organizing, implementing, staffing, and evaluating selected City events and volunteer programs. This position works closely with various public and private agencies to coordinate events and promote stewardship of SLC’s Public Lands, serving as back up to other support personnel within the Public Lands office.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

+ Coordinates with Public Lands staff in the Parks Division, Trails and Natural Lands Division, Urban Forestry and Park Ranger Program to assist in planning and directing volunteer stewardship events.

+ Serves as volunteer and partner liaison for assigned events; must keep extremely organized records of volunteer participation, partner communication, and event logistics.

+ Coordinates with Public Lands staff in the Parks Division, Trails and Natural Lands Division, Urban Forestry and Park Ranger Program to assist in planning and directing volunteer stewardship events.

+ Communicates with service providers and internal staff to ensure tools, supplies, safety equipment, signage, and other event needs are prepared and in place.

+ Assists in developing outreach and marketing strategies, including social media, for promotion of volunteer events and programs. Delivers promotional materials as needed.

+ Works closely with field crews, staff leads, and community partners to ensure cooperation and communication for day-to-day event operations.

+ Assists in collecting, tracking, and reporting volunteer data, event outcomes, and program performance goals.

+ Facilitates indoor/outdoor activities for a broad spectrum of participants and group sizes.

+ Assists in developing and establishing program goals and objectives, evaluating program effectiveness, and measuring/reporting on program success.

+ Conducts outreach, recruits, trains, and supervises volunteers to meet Public Lands goals.

+ Coordinates promotion of activities and recruitment of participants for volunteer efforts and department-wide ventures.

+ Serves as backup to other personnel within the community engagement office and assists other professional staff as needed, including representing the department at community outreach events.

+ Performs other related duties as required.

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

+ High school diploma and six (6) months experience in event planning.

+ Working knowledge of all Microsoft and Adobe computer software.

+ Ability to develop and monitor measurable program performance goals, statistically analyze data and report results.

+ Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

+ Ability to organize and to prioritize numerous tasks, meet deadlines, analyze problems and recommend effective event planning options and solutions.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Prior marketing (including social media), public relations, group facilitation/event planning experience.

+ Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

+ Light physical effort. Moderately comfortable working conditions, handling lightweights, sitting for prolongs periods of time, intermittent standing.

+ Intermittent exposure to stressful situations because of human behavior.

+ Occasionally required to work weekends and evening hours. Working hours varies depending on business needs.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

POSITION TYPEPart-Time

POSITION SALARY RANGE$ 18.50/hr - $ 20.50/hr

DEPARTMENTPublic Lands

Full Time/Part Time:

Part time

Scheduled Hours:

20

Salt Lake City is a place where your skills and dedication directly contribute to the community. With a team serving over 200,000 residents, we take pride in delivering meaningful work—from maintaining infrastructure to shaping public programs—with integrity and professionalism.

We value experience, accountability, and results. Our organization recognizes talent and rewards contribution, offering employees opportunities to grow, lead, and make a lasting difference.

If you're driven by public service and want to help shape the future of our city, we’d love to work with you.

Salt Lake City offers a competitive and well-rounded benefits package designed to support your health, financial future, and professional growth. To learn more, visit our Benefits & Wellness (https://www.slc.gov/hr/benefits-and-wellness/) site.

Health & Wellness

+ 95% City-paid medical insurance

+ Dental, vision, life insurance

+ HSA (with $1,000–$2,000 City contribution)

+ Wellness clinic for employees & families

+ Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Financial Perks

+ Tuition reimbursement (up to $4,000/year)

+ Retirement contributions (pension and/or 401(k))

+ Discounted pet insurance, legal services, and more

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We know time away from work is essential for rest, personal needs, and family life. Salt Lake City offers generous paid leave to help you recharge and stay balanced. To learn more, visit our Benefits & Wellness (https://www.slc.gov/hr/benefits-and-wellness/paid-leave/) site.

+ 12 vacation days to start

+ 12 paid holidays + 1 personal holiday

+ Up to 80 hours personal leave annually

+ 6 - 12 weeks of paid parental leave

+ Bonus leave credit for eligible rehires & public sector transfers

Our Recruitment Team is ready to assist you throughout the entire hiring process—from questions about job openings to application support. Reach the Recruitment Team at 801-535-6699Or email: [email protected]

The City is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Salt Lake City will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 801-535-7900.

Salt Lake City is proud to be a partner of the Utah Patriot Program, providing employment opportunities for Veterans, Military and spouses. We are also a proud National Service Partner.