Institution: Associated Recreation Council
Location: Seattle, WA
Education: Bachelor’s
Posted on January 3, 2014
Type: part-time

Job description
The Associated Recreation Council (ARC), in partnership with Seattle Parks and Recreation, serves Seattle by offering a variety of recreational and lifelong learning programs, classes and activities, along with licensed childcare programs.

ARC is currently seeking a talented and innovative individual for the Japanese Garden Program Coordinator; this position is responsible for overall development, implementation, and supervision of the advisory council-supported cultural programs and events at the Japanese Garden.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the annual plan for cultural programming based on input from the advisory council and Seattle Parks and Recreation.
• Develop and implement new and historical Japanese Garden events, including the Tanabata Festival, Moon Viewing, and Maple Viewing Day.
• Recruit, hire, supervise and thank event volunteers.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with local non-profit and community organizations for purposes of programming and fundraising.
• Administer and monitor the annual program budget, including coordinating fund development activities with the Associated Recreation Council, the parent organization, when applicable.
• Act as a liaison to the Japanese Garden Advisory Council, which includes providing progress reports on cultural programs and events on a seasonal basis.
• Researching, writing and disseminating all external communications on behalf of the Japanese Advisory Council, including news releases, web content, and listserv and mailing list newsletters.
• Maintain complete records of projects, activities, programs, contacts, partnerships, and media coverage.

Minimum Qualifications

• B.A. or relevant work experience in a non-profit, education, or public service setting.
• Experience and ability to manage several projects simultaneously.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills including public speaking, networking, and outreach experience.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience coordinating events and/or living/working in Japan is preferred.
• Ability to work irregular hours. Current Washington State driver’s license and access to a car.

Position is PART-TIME and hours based on Event schedules.

ARC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to work force diversity.

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