Make a difference where community, creativity, and connection come together! As a
Community Programs Specialist , you’ll support and bring to life a variety of community programs that educate, inspire, and engage. You’ll develop fun and informative lesson plans, community education materials, and marketing and training resources that help programs reach and resonate with the public. You’ll also play a leadership role with volunteers—scheduling, training, and supervising them as they guide community education excursions and complete service opportunities safely and successfully. This position offers the chance to work independently while collaborating with passionate volunteers and community members, all within established guidelines and procedures. Schedule:
Monday through Friday, with evening and weekend hours to support programs and events. Coordinates with department staff to promote community education and volunteer programs through social and print media, including the development of web page announcements, flyers, brochures, newsletters and annual reports. Assists staff in research, planning and writing of training documents for volunteer programs. Updates documents and manuals as needed. Develops, coordinates and implements community educational programs that engage the public in the stewardship of Boise parks and facilities. Works with department staff and volunteers to develop, schedule, and guide park and facility tours and education excursions. Represents the department at community events. Trains and supervises volunteers on a variety of service projects. Projects may include planting, weeding, and mulching flower beds and tree wells, pruning shrubs and plants, picking up litter and disposing of debris, and caring for pollinator gardens and natural spaces. As well as general maintenance on buildings, furniture repairs and replacement, painting, carpentry repairs, moving furniture and setting up equipment for events throughout the parks. Identifies tools, materials, and equipment needed to safely complete tasks. Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time. Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training
Two years of experience in general administrative and clerical support, and graduation from high school or GED,
or
an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Basic knowledge of:
General business office practices and procedures. Proficiency in English grammar, punctuation and spelling. General customer service techniques. Standard office equipment and computer software programs. Ability to:
Operate a computer with demonstrated proficiency using database, word processing, and spreadsheet software applications at an appropriate level for efficient job performance Express ideas clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing Demonstrate varied facility maintenance and cleaning tasks Train others in safely operating a wide variety of equipment and tools, utilizing related protective gear and safety equipment Identify and prioritize additional tasks Display an attitude of cooperation and work harmoniously with all levels of City employees, the general public and other organizations Communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance Complete assignments in a timely fashion Understand and comply with all rules, policies and regulations Maintain prompt and regular attendance Perform all essential and marginal functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without a reasonable accommodation. Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record. Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training
Basic knowledge or experience in event planning, graphic design, and/or facility maintenance practices. Licensing And Other Requirements
Valid state-issued driver's license Special Requirements
Applicants must be able to pass: City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation. Driving Record Check. The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Efforts
While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds and occasionally lifting/carrying up to 20 pounds. Also, the employee is frequently pushing/pulling up to 10 pounds and occasionally pushing/pulling up to 20 pounds. The noise level is occasionally moderate. Work includes sensory ability to talk, hear and touch. Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Employees will sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach and grasp. Position requires hand/finger dexterity. Working Environment
The work environment will include inside conditions and outdoor weather conditions. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position. Includes work in parks facilities on uneven surfaces such as lawns and landscaping. This position works: weekends and evenings as scheduled.
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Community Programs Specialist , you’ll support and bring to life a variety of community programs that educate, inspire, and engage. You’ll develop fun and informative lesson plans, community education materials, and marketing and training resources that help programs reach and resonate with the public. You’ll also play a leadership role with volunteers—scheduling, training, and supervising them as they guide community education excursions and complete service opportunities safely and successfully. This position offers the chance to work independently while collaborating with passionate volunteers and community members, all within established guidelines and procedures. Schedule:
Monday through Friday, with evening and weekend hours to support programs and events. Coordinates with department staff to promote community education and volunteer programs through social and print media, including the development of web page announcements, flyers, brochures, newsletters and annual reports. Assists staff in research, planning and writing of training documents for volunteer programs. Updates documents and manuals as needed. Develops, coordinates and implements community educational programs that engage the public in the stewardship of Boise parks and facilities. Works with department staff and volunteers to develop, schedule, and guide park and facility tours and education excursions. Represents the department at community events. Trains and supervises volunteers on a variety of service projects. Projects may include planting, weeding, and mulching flower beds and tree wells, pruning shrubs and plants, picking up litter and disposing of debris, and caring for pollinator gardens and natural spaces. As well as general maintenance on buildings, furniture repairs and replacement, painting, carpentry repairs, moving furniture and setting up equipment for events throughout the parks. Identifies tools, materials, and equipment needed to safely complete tasks. Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time. Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training
Two years of experience in general administrative and clerical support, and graduation from high school or GED,
or
an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Basic knowledge of:
General business office practices and procedures. Proficiency in English grammar, punctuation and spelling. General customer service techniques. Standard office equipment and computer software programs. Ability to:
Operate a computer with demonstrated proficiency using database, word processing, and spreadsheet software applications at an appropriate level for efficient job performance Express ideas clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing Demonstrate varied facility maintenance and cleaning tasks Train others in safely operating a wide variety of equipment and tools, utilizing related protective gear and safety equipment Identify and prioritize additional tasks Display an attitude of cooperation and work harmoniously with all levels of City employees, the general public and other organizations Communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance Complete assignments in a timely fashion Understand and comply with all rules, policies and regulations Maintain prompt and regular attendance Perform all essential and marginal functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without a reasonable accommodation. Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record. Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training
Basic knowledge or experience in event planning, graphic design, and/or facility maintenance practices. Licensing And Other Requirements
Valid state-issued driver's license Special Requirements
Applicants must be able to pass: City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation. Driving Record Check. The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Efforts
While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds and occasionally lifting/carrying up to 20 pounds. Also, the employee is frequently pushing/pulling up to 10 pounds and occasionally pushing/pulling up to 20 pounds. The noise level is occasionally moderate. Work includes sensory ability to talk, hear and touch. Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Employees will sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach and grasp. Position requires hand/finger dexterity. Working Environment
The work environment will include inside conditions and outdoor weather conditions. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position. Includes work in parks facilities on uneven surfaces such as lawns and landscaping. This position works: weekends and evenings as scheduled.
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