Events Specialist (Part-Time, Mandarin Speaking)

Responsibilities

• Staffing community events, fairs, and festivals engaging the community in presenting project information, soliciting input in the form of surveying or other activities, and sharing details about project initiatives and services.
• Providing a friendly and welcoming presence at project booths to encourage interaction with the community.
• Sharing details about projects and programs and responding to questions and concerns.
• Encouraging participation in surveying via iPads or through other mechanisms.
• Conducting engagement activities including administering simple games, operating prize wheels, project flyer distribution, etc.
• Checking in with Events Team lead on a bi-annual basis.

Requirements

• Experience: 0 to 3 years of experience in public outreach, marketing, communications, public relations, government relations, planning, public policy, or a related discipline. This is an entry-level role, so prior experience is a plus, not a requirement.
• Bilingual: We are looking for someone who is verbally fluent in both English and Mandarin to join the Team. Written Mandarin is a plus.
• Education: A bachelor's degree is preferred, though not required, in a field such as Business, Communications, Urban Planning, Design, or a technology-oriented field like Computer Science, Information Technology, or Data Analytics.
• Availability: Available to attend public meetings and events during workday, evening, and weekend hours.
• Attitude: A genuine interest in making an impact on local communities, along with a positive attitude and enthusiasm for community engagement.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred, though not required, in a field such as Business, Communications, Urban Planning, Design, or a technology-oriented field like Computer Science, Information Technology, or Data Analytics.