NBP-PrgCrd-HOW PT Program Coordinator - South Bend, IN

The City of South Bend is a vibrant and progressive municipal organization committed to delivering exceptional public services to its residents. As part of its dedication to community engagement and enhancement, the city offers a wide range of recreational and cultural programs designed to enrich the lives of individuals and families within the area. South Bend prides itself on fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment that supports its core values of excellence, accountability, innovation, inclusion, and empowerment. These values guide every employee in their efforts to provide superior service while fostering organizational pride and operational excellence. The role of Event and Program Assistant within the City of South Bend is a pivotal position aimed at supporting the planning, coordination, and execution of activities and events in various park spaces and community venues. This is a part-time position, offering up to 15 dollars per hour, with a work schedule that varies and includes weekends and evenings, spanning approximately 15-20 hours per week. The event assistant plays an essential role in assisting with staffing, event setup, and program implementation to ensure successful community engagement and seamless operations. This position entails a dynamic array of responsibilities that include aiding the manager with staffing and programming decisions, supervising youth and teen participants, and facilitating communication with the public while supporting various recreational activities such as fitness classes, music programs, and movies in the park. The Event and Program Assistant is also responsible for collecting and analyzing feedback from participants to improve future programming. In addition, this role involves leveraging marketing tools such as social media platforms and graphic design software to promote events effectively. As a representative of the City of South Bend, this role requires dedication to upholding the city’s mission by delivering excellent customer service, maintaining clear communication, and embracing coaching and accountability opportunities. The ideal candidate is someone who can think creatively to develop engaging and diverse programs tailored to community needs, demonstrates strong organizational skills, and exhibits a positive and professional attitude. Moreover, candidates with experience in classroom settings or working with children, familiarity with government operations, and certifications such as CPR/AED will find this position highly suitable. Overall, the Event and Program Assistant is a valuable member of the parks and recreation team, contributing directly to enhancing community well-being and participation through expertly managed programs and events. This role not only offers an opportunity to gain meaningful experience in public service and event management but also to actively contribute to the growth and vitality of South Bend’s recreational offerings, making a tangible difference in the community’s quality of life.

• Valid drivers license or ability to obtain one
• CPR/AED certified
• ability to deal effectively with the public
• ability to administrate, coordinate programs, and communicate effectively
• ability to supervise and coordinate work activities of personnel
• physical ability to occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds
• availability to work evenings and weekends
• schedule flexibility to work 15-20 hours per week