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Title

Project Manager 

Open Date 5/6/2024  
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time  
Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt  
Bargaining / Non-Bargaining Non-Bargaining  
Division Venues Parks and Arts  
Location Development & Promotion  
Reports To Chief Development Officer  
Schedule 40 hours a week, Mon-Fri. Shift could vary based on departmental needs.  
Pay Rate Salary range is $53.000 to $58,000 annually  
Description

Salary Range - $53,000 to $58,000 annually

POSITION SUMMARY: As a leader and employee of the City of South Bend, you are called upon to serve in a manner that supports Our Core Values: Excellence, Accountability, Innovation, Inclusion, and Empowerment as you carry out our primary employee expectations: Champion Values & Organizational Pride, Champion Operational Excellence, Make Sound Decisions, Embrace Coaching and Accountability, Communicate with Excellence, Value Diverse People and Perspectives, Embrace Personal Development, Exhibit a Positive Attitude and Own Your Health, Wellness & Safety

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Not applicable

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Serve as a representative of the City of South Bend, demonstrating positive attitude and progressive actions through the display of professionalism, courtesy, and appropriate tact and discretion in all interactions.
  • Leads Department in acquiring and maintaining accreditation.
  • Maintain the national accreditation of South Bend Parks and Recreation (i.e., NRPA & CAPRA)
  • Evaluate program operations and activities; recommend improvements and modifications. Also, identify and recommend new programs, activities, and special events
  • Extensive research for grant applications and status maintenance.
  • Responds to internal and external customer questions and complaints related to department, operations, researches problems and initiates problem resolution.
  • Assists with coordinating and facilitating special events for the city including themes, concepts, and objectives in relation to organizational goals.
  • Assists in managing development and special event budgets.
  • Guide investment of resources including time, effort, and funding into projects and initiatives that best serve the area in collaboration with CDO and others as assigned
  • Will be asked to serve on committees that increase event or development opportunities.
  • Project Manager serves as a liaison between city departments, business owners and vendors relating to accreditations and certifications.
  • Assists in the planning, coordination, and implementation of a major city-wide two-day event.
  • Seeks approval to purchase necessary materials as needed for awards or certifications.
  • Assists with reports and outcomes of events to Chief Development Officer and others as required.
  • Recommends opportunities for special events and community partnerships with outside organizations.
  • Explore opportunities for partnership and collaboration with the gaming industry to leverage the growing popularity of gaming platforms for fundraising and awareness-building purposes.
  • Research best practices, cutting edge programs and events.
  • Guide and monitor accreditation reporting for the Department.
  • Coordinates with public safety, legal, risk management, insurance, and external stakeholders.
  • Works with marketing team to promote events and development.
  • Assists in the setup and utilization of specialized software for grant writing, awards, applications, accreditation, and data tracking related to all.
  • Utilizing data-driven insights and analytics to inform fundraising strategies, identify potential donors, and measure the effectiveness of fundraising efforts.
  • A commitment to support the City of South Bend Venues Parks & Arts mission.
    • The mission: Inspire a more livable South Bend for all, connecting us to emotionally engaging experiences and to one another. Our primary focus areas include arts and culture, recreation, and public placemaking. The places we care for and the services and programs we offer have a significant impact on social equity, neighborhood and economic impact, health and wellness, and ecological stewardship.

NON-ESSENTIAL/MARGINAL FUNCTIONS: Perform other duties and assume other responsibilities as apparent or as assigned.

EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Parks & Recreation, Event Planning, Non-profit Management, or a closely related field (or equivalent experience).
  • A minimum of three years’ experience in project management or grant writing, preferred.
  • To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty in a satisfactory manner. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Schedule may vary including nights and weekends based on departmental needs.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Knowledge and experience relating to planning methods and principles.
  • Skilled in prioritizing, organizing, and managing multiple simultaneous projects.
  • Good oral and written communications skills working with the public.
  • Knowledge of municipal government and/or non-profit operations.
  • Working knowledge of program marketing, communication, project management a plus.
  • Ability to organize, plan, and prioritize work, developing specific goals and plans to accomplish work.
  • Ability to coordinate the work and activities of others – Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  • Evaluates the adequacy of existing district facilities, recommends improvements, participates in the planning of new recreation facilities, park development, and citywide programs and activities.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSE, REGISTRATION:

  • Valid Driver’s license required.
  • Possess or the ability to obtain First Aid/CPR certification within one year from the date of employment.

EQUIPMENT: Desktop Computer, Laptop Computer, Calculator, Telephone, Copy machine, Fax Machine, Automobile, Sports and Recreational equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and walk, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk, use hands to fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required in this job include vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in an open, creative office space that fosters collaboration, promotes innovation and allows efficient exchanges of information. The workspace will consist of open offices and meeting spaces that encourage interaction and group work

 
Position Requirements  
Required Pre-employment Drug Screen and Background Check  
About the Organization South Bend is the economic, educational, media, and cultural hub of a multi-county region spanning the Michigan-Indiana border. It's the fourth-largest city in Indiana with over 100,000 residents. South Bend's flourishing collegiate community and burgeoning tech industry have built upon the foundation of the city's industrial past to create a vibrant present and a promising future. The city's 14 institutions of higher learning, including the internationally renowned University of Notre Dame, infuse South Bend with creative energy in the arts, business, and technology. Combined with recent economic growth, strong neighborhoods, an affordable cost of living, exciting recreational opportunities, and thriving arts venues make South Bend a fabulous place to live, work, and, play.


***AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni who meet the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.***  
EOE Statement EOE/ADA Statement

The City of South Bend provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application/hiring process should contact the Legal Department's ADA Compliance Officer, Michael Schmidt, at legaldept@southbendin.gov and Human Resources at humanresources@southbendin.gov to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis.

The City of South Bend seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality public safety officers, staff and administration. The City of South Bend is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from underrepresented candidates and others that will enhance our community in compliance with EO No. 1-2016 Section 1. Moreover, the City of South Bend prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).  

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