Programs Coordinator (click here to view more and apply)

Fourth & Gill Neighborhood Center, Knoxville, TN 37917

Job details

Salary: from $20 an hour

Job Type: Part-time

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)
• Driver’s License

Full Job Description

About us

Fourth & Gill Neighborhood Center is a small business in Knoxville, TN. We are collaborative, inclusive, supportive and our goal is to offer programs, events, and gatherings for residents of the Fourth & Gill Neighborhood and the wider community that nurture individuals and build community.

Our work environment includes:

• Casual work attire
• Regular social events
• On-the-job training

Responsibilities—Event Management

• Serve as primary point of contact for all renters (upstairs and downstairs), including being physically present to give tours and provide access to building as needed
• Be an expert on Neighborhood Center Space Use policy
• Coordinate schedule for all groups/programs taking place at the center, with goal of keeping the right balance of event types and maximizing income from paid events (with guidance from Program and Activities Sub-Committee)
• Manage marketing efforts and develop relationships with relevant community partners
• Recruit usage for downstairs space, including ensuring up-to-date listings on appropriate websites (Arts Council, the Knot, etc.), and identify additional resources for listing the space for rental
• Coordinate rental application process: ensure all groups/events using the neighborhood center have appropriate paperwork on file and necessary insurance

Responsibilities—Communication

• Release weekly schedule of upcoming events through channels approved by communication plan (this could be social media, listserv, Friends of the Neighborhood Center email list, etc.)
• Field inquiries about Neighborhood Center usage and answer any questions

Responsibilities—Administration

• Prepare monthly report
• Notify Building and Grounds Sub-Committee of any necessary repairs in the building in a timely manner
• Handle cash/checks brought into the Neighborhood Center as a results of event fees if needed
• Update website and public calendar
• Keep Neighborhood Center Leadership Committee informed of any critical needs for resources, repairs, or key decisions to be made that impact the Center
• Assist with fundraising efforts

Qualifications

• 1-5 years experience managing events
• Program Management and fundraising experience strongly preferred
• Experience managing multiple social media accounts (Facebook, Instagram, other)
• Willing to work some night/weekend hours
• Experience with Grant Writing/Stewardship a plus

Flexible Schedule

• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekend availability
• Ability to commute/relocate

Education

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)
• License/Certification
• Driver’s License (Preferred)