Part-Time Recreation Specialist - Arts Unit

Positions Overview There are four vacant positions located in the PARKS Department at the following locations: Sewell Mill Cultural Center (2051 Lower Roswell Rd, Marietta, GA 30068) The Art Place (3330 Sandy Plains Rd, Marietta, GA 30066) The Mable House Arts Center (5239 Floyd Rd SW, Mableton, GA 30126) These positions will be responsible for customer service to patrons and instructors, designing marketing materials for publication and social media, occasional visual or performing art classroom instruction and general upkeep of the facility. These positions will work a varying schedule, to include nights and weekends. Responsibilities Performs customer service functions: provides information or assistance regarding services, activities, forms, procedures, fees, or other issues; responds to routine questions and complaints; researches problems and initiates problem resolution; and refers complaints/problems to appropriate personnel. Processes participant registrations, court reservations, tournament registrations, and other scheduled services and events: receives requests for classes, court times, or other scheduled services; reviews registration forms for accuracy and completeness; enters information into online database and calendars; collects and records fees; and maintains related documentation. Prepares daily financial reports and deposits: counts monies received; balances cash drawers to system reports; audits transactions to locate and correct any discrepancies; closes out cash drawers; prepares and submits deposit; and maintains related documentation. Promotes recreational programming and events: creates and publishes promotional materials such as schedules, news releases, flyers, brochures, posters, signs, websites, social media posts etc. Provides administrative support: conducts tours; attends meetings; answers the telephone; prepares attendance and registration reports, memos, correspondence, and other files and records; copies and files documents; enters computer data, etc.; and maintains inventory of supplies, forms and equipment. Prepares facilities according to daily schedule: opens and closes facility; unlocks and locks doors; turns lights on or off; disarms and sets alarm; moves, sets up, and tears down tables, chairs, etc.; and performs routine cleaning duties such as emptying trash, sweeping floors, etc. Organizes, instructs and supervises assigned recreational activities, which may include youth programs, senior programs, special needs programs, fitness programs and classes, sports leagues and clinics, after school and summer programs, arts and crafts programs, theater and performing arts programs and special events, or nature and environmental programs: gathers supplies and equipment; verifies completion of required forms for each participant; teaches classes, clinics, and skills; provides information and direction; performs assessments; and ensures all activities comply with established rules, policies, procedures and safety standards. Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required, supplemented by vocational or technical training in customer service or related field; supplemented by two years of experience in customer service. Preferred Qualifications Experience in visual and performing arts terminology and workings. Experience with classroom environments and working with children. Experience with Adobe, Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint Experience in administrative tasks Experience with graphic arts related programs/software, such as Canva, or Photoshop Experience with marketing & social media management and websites. Experience with setting up, breaking down, opening and closing spaces Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station. Sensory Requirements Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally. Environmental Factors Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions. EEO Statement Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cobb County Government