Recreation Assistant - Special Events [0605/26/70]

Eulesstx; Euless (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Euless is seeking a Recreation Assistant – Special Events to support park and recreation events, programs, and activities. You will assist in coordinating recreation, senior and aquatic events and help produce marketing materials.

Responsibilities include coordinating events with vendors, scheduling contracts, promoting events, updating the city's website, and assisting with event guides and outreach efforts.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent with relevant event planning experience.
• 3+ years of progressively responsible experience in event planning preferred.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work as part of a team.
• Must be 18 years old and able to drive a city vehicle if required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating recreation, senior and aquatic special events.
• Generate marketing and promotion materials for events.
• Monitor city website and respond to public inquiries about activities and programs.
• Assist with event guides and improve event procedures.
• Prepare and promote center events and services through various media.
• Support special projects as assigned.

Skills

Vendor coordination

Marketing material creation

Public relations basics

Written and oral communication

Team player

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Rectrac software

Basic computer skills

Job description

Recreation Assistant - Special Events [0605/26/70]

• Type: Full Time
• Posted Date: 09/30/2026

JOB SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, the Recreation Assistant – Special Events provides general assistance and support to assigned park and recreation events, projects, and activities, promoting programs and services, and encourages participation from citizens. Assists in coordinating recreation, senior and aquatic special events and produces general marketing materials as needed.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in coordinating the special events for recreation, senior and aquatics to include scheduling vendors, securing contracts, submitting payment requests and generally enhancing special event marketing.
• Assists with generating marketing and promotion materials for recreation, senior and aquatic special events.
• Monitors the City website to ensure departmental information is accurate and timely, answers questions and provides information to the public regarding activities, events, and programs.
• Routinely assesses divisional special events and provides suggestions to improve special event execution, organization, planning and procedures. Responsible for creation of special event guides to streamline event processes.
• Prepares and promotes center events and services through various media sources.
• Assists with special projects and performs other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Knowledge of public relations principles and practices.
• Knowledge of Rectrac or similar software preferred.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers and the general public in the course of work and to work as a part of a team.
• Utilizes given resources to the benefit of participants.
• Knowledge of procedures and methods related to a variety of recreational, social, cultural and related special events and activities.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, be punctual, and maintain regular attendance in order to accomplish assigned tasks.
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with staff, guests, and vendors.
• Ability to operate a computer, printer, copy machine, fitness equipment, telephones, etc.
• Ability to drive a city vehicle, including vans and trucks.
• Skill in the use of work computer, including Microsoft Office, or similar word processing programs, email, and the internet.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

High school education or equivalent plus three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in event planning is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Must be 18 years old. Must possess a valid Texas driver’s license with a good driving record. Availability to work extended hours to include evenings and/or weekends is a must.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Able to carry/lift up to 55 pounds, push/pull up to 75 pounds, and grip 25 pounds. Able to bend, stretch, and twist. Able to climb multiple flights of stairs on a daily basis and walk frequently. Ability to stand, kneel, or sit for extended periods of time in various extreme temperatures.

Pre-employment screening includes, but is not limited to, Drug Screen, Physical Examination, Credit Check, Motor Vehicle Review, and applicable Background Checks.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. Such tasks shall be capable of being performed with reasonable accommodation, if necessary, that does not impair a business necessity or impose an undue business hardship, and without presenting a direct threat to the safety of the applicant or others.