Community Relations Coordinator
Job Title Community Relations Coordinator
Salary $40,928.00 – $61,392.00 Annually
Job Type MEDIA/COMMUNICATIONS
Location VARIOUS LOCATIONS IN FULTON COUNTY, GA
Department ARTS & CULTURE
Job Description
Associates Degree in public relations, marketing, or a related field required; supplemented by three years of experience in marketing, event coordination or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Specific License or Certification Required: Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.
Specific Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities: Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in performance of the essential functions and learn, comprehend, and apply all county or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary to function effectively in the position.
All applications must be completed in full before they are submitted. Please review all applications for accuracy and make all corrections before submittal because errors can result in not meeting the minimum qualifications. Additional information will not be accepted after applications are received by the Personnel Department.
Purpose of Classification:
The purpose of this classification is to plan and coordinate various annual and monthly events and classes for the County and to perform related administrative tasks for the department.
Essential Functions:
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Coordinates special event activities: meets with event sponsors; identifies needs and requirements; establishes budget, event date, timeline, venue, guest list, invitations, venue layout, etc.; coordinates third party service contractors for audio visual, decorating, food, etc.; monitors set up and event activities; troubleshoots questions and problems during event; makes recommendations for resolutions.
Plans and implements various employee and citizen engagement events, classes, and activities: establishes theme, budget, dates, timeline, venue, etc.; coordinates with other departments and trains staff to work events; coordinates third party service contractors for audio visual, decorating, food, instructors, talent, presenters, etc.; secures in-kind donations; prepares class outlines, schedules, and materials; processes registrations; plans and implements children’s activities; monitors and assists with set up and execution of engagement events, classes and activities; troubleshoots questions and problems; makes recommendations for resolutions.
Creates printed materials for marketing efforts: gathers information for brochures, fliers, and signage; edits and prints materials; distributes promotional materials.
Conducts assessment and evaluation of all work activities: distributes and collects surveys; prepares report of assessment to summarize outcome of events; develops recommendations for improvements and modifications.
Tracks broadcast clips regarding County departments and activities: receives and reviews broadcast clips; categorizes and logs clip details and data; compiles data for further processing; generates and distributes related reports.
Processes a variety of documentation associated with department/division operations, within designated timeframes and per established procedures: receives and reviews various documentation, including registration sheets and contracts; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate; prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, and other documentation, including event layouts, performance measures, and surveys; compiles data for further processing or for use in preparation of department reports; and maintains computerized and/or hardcopy records.
Operates or uses various equipment and supplies in order to complete work assignments: operates a personal computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data, utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, Internet, e-mail, or other software; and operates general office or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions.
Communicates with City officials, supervisor, department directors, other employees, third party service contractors, non- profit agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
