ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS : Works under the general supervision of the Manager of City Beautiful to plan, organize, and direct activity programs of four volunteer committees (Communications, Beautification, Clean Up/Litter Prevention and Youth/Education) to enhance goals and objectives of the Memphis City Beautiful Commission: acts as liaison between committees and community groups/resources; plans approved projects and assigns and coordinates committee activities in each phase of project in accordance with prescribed priorities, time limitation, and funding conditions; reviews project status and makes reports to City Beautiful Manager as required; modifies schedules, if needed, to ensure project goals and objectives are met; observes work activities of volunteers to evaluate performance and resolve problems. Gathers data for grant proposals in order to obtain additional funding by conducting research and providing information requested. Researches and presents new project ideas from various sources including similar commissions in other cities. Responds to the citizens of Memphis in dealing with their complaints and suggestions in a positive manner including working through an existing project, investigating a possible new project, or channeling to a more appropriate department. Provides information to governmental agencies, businesses, neighborhood associations, and civic organizations.
OTHER FUNCTIONS : Performs additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS : Must be able to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing. Requires the ability to operate general office equipment such as a personal computer and telephone. Requires the ability to lift and carry objects such as gardening tools and supplies weighing up to 15 lbs. and traverse uneven ground to participate in gardening and beautification efforts outdoors.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS : Majority of work is performed in an office environment. Some work performed on-site at civic organizations, schools, businesses, churches, etc. Some work on location at clean up sites may include exposure to dust, fumes, odors, noise, heat and various weather conditions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field and three (3) years experience in marketing or special event planning with one (1) of the three (3) years in a supervisory capacity; or any combination of experience and training which enables one to perform the essential job functions. Must be able to work weekends on special projects when required. Must have a valid Tennessee driver's license.
The City Charter requires that City Employees must establish residence within Shelby County within six (6) months from date of Employment. Proof of residence will be required at the time of hire. The City Charter requires that City Employees, with the EXECEPTION of "first responders", must establish residence within Shelby County within six (6) months from their date of Employment. Proof of residence will be required at the time of hire. As defined by Tennessee House Bill 105, "first responder means paid, full-time law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency medical personnel and dispatchers of law enforcement, fire and emergency medical service departments." The City of Memphis is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Office of Talent Management at .
Division: Public Works
