City of Bryan Parks and Recreation Department-Special Events 2
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Mindy Tamplen
City Of Bryan Parks and Recreation Department
Special Events Intern Spring 2008
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Overview of the Organization
The City of Bryan offers many opportunities such as sports, special events, aquatics, and other recreational activities for all ages and experience levels. As a Special Event Intern I work mainly with The Texas Reds Steak and Grape Festival that is held in downtown Bryan. I have worked with soliciting sponsorships, budgeting, invitations, and organizing of events.
Mission Statement
The City of Bryan Parks and Recreation Department's mission is to provide a variety of leisure opportunities for its citizens and visitors. It also strives to add to the quality of life that makes Bryan a special place in which to live and work. "Bryan Parks & Recreation–Growing with You!"
Internship Responsibilities
Job Description
Working Title: Special Events Assistant/Intern
Job Summary: Assists the Recreation Manager and Special Events Coordinator with special events and coordinating Palace Theater events.
Essential Job Functions:
- Participates in creative thinking, planning, and implementing events from beginning to end, including clean-up.
- Manages multiple events at any given time and organizes the components of the events.
- Assists with managing the responsibilities of the Palace Theater.
- Assists with marketing (radio, news paper, television, flyers) for the Parks & Recreation activities and events.
- Performs related duties as required.
- Responds regularly and promptly to work.
Requirements and Qualifications
- High School diploma/GED and experience, knowledge or interest in pursuing exposure to Parks & Recreation special event planning and coordination.
- Proficient at using computer Microsoft Word, Publisher, and Excel; Adobe Photoshop and PageMaker.
- Ability to network with businesses and the community.
- Ability to accomplish tasks based upon broad instructions and general supervision.
- Ability to work with various departments within the city to coordinate special events.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet time lines.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to prepare clear and concise written materials and possess excellent editing skills.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, businesses, and the general public.
- Strong spelling, grammar and punctuation skills.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Benefits and Opportunities
Working as an intern for the City of Bryan offers flexible hours and pay of $7.00 per hour. I have free access to Lake Bryan and have opportunities to engage in activities within the city. Working as an Intern with Bryan Parks and Recreation has taught me many skills that only come with hands-on experience. Getting to know the "ins and outs" of planning city events was a great experience for me. This internship will give me the necessary skills needed to fulfill job opportunities after I graduate. I have been able to network with many other professionals and meet some amazing people.
I have also been able to show my creative side at Bryan Parks and Recreation. My co-workers and supervisors are always willing to consider my opinion in whatever the assignment may be. There are always different types of activities and events to get involved in planning. This job has been a very rewarding experience.
Achievements
I have successfully helped put on small events with the City of Bryan. Those events include a Sponsor Kick-off Dinner for Texas Reds and a Family Camp-out. I have been able to meet new people through these events and it has helped me learn valuable networking skills. I have learned what things go into planning an event such as Texas Reds. I have also learned to be organized with projects and how interact with people in a professional manor.
Contact Information
City of Bryan Parks and Recreation
1309 E. Martin Luther King Blvd.
Bryan, Texas 77803
(979)209-5528
