RECREATION SPECIALIST (MARKETING/EVENTS) Category: Full-Time Status: Open Hourly: Min $21.590 - Mid $26.987; Effective 10/01/2026 Published: September 23, 2026 Closing: Until Filled DEFINITION The Recreation Specialist supports the Keep La Porte Beautiful committee in a highly administrative capacity, responsible for preparing agendas, taking minutes, maintaining records, and assisting with committee-related events and marketing planning. Additionally, this role helps the Marketing and Special Events team with planning City events and assists with marketing campaigns in social media, advertising, and direct marketing. To be successful in this position, the candidate must be highly self-motivated, proactive, creative, organized, and a team player. They must have a working knowledge of marketing, event planning, and administrative support. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general supervision from the Marketing & Events Coordinator. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS For indefinite periods of time - mobility within an office and field environment; exposure to dust, mites, and radiation hazards; exposure to constant noise and extreme heat; writing; walking; typing; twisting body; stooping; standing; squatting; sorting; sitting; seeing; pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying up to 50 pounds; filing; cleaning; reading; decision making; reaching above shoulder level; using both hands for simple and firm grasping; clarity of hearing; communicating clearly and effectively, in person, by two-way radio, and by telephone; fine finger manipulation; operation of a personal computer, typewriter, and calculator. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of:
Ability to:
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Some experience in administrative support, including preparing agendas and taking minutes and a High School Diploma or GED. A degree or Certificate in Marketing is preferred. LICENSES AND CERTIFICAT ES Possession of a valid Texas Driver's License. Possession of, or ability to obtain within three months an Emergency First Aid and a valid C.P.R. Certification; AED Administration. *Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. *Duties, responsibilities and actions may change at any time with or without notice. The City of La Porte is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Qualified Individuals |
| Location | La Porte, Texas |
| Website | https://www.ci.la-porte.tx.us/ |
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