Temporary - Community Engagement Program Assistant

Job Description

The Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) is the regional planning and intergovernmental coordination agency that focuses on issues critical to the region’s success, including growth and development, transportation, water resources, services for older adults and workforce solutions. ARC is dedicated to unifying the region’s collective resources to prepare the metropolitan area for a prosperous future. This is done through professional planning initiatives, the provision of objective information and the involvement of the community in collaborative partnerships.

The ARC Community Development Department is seeking temporary six‑month renewable contract support for the Community Engagement and Culture initiative within the Community Development Department. This hybrid position has working hours from 9 am – 5 pm, 3 days at the office, with some evening and weekend requirements. The ideal candidate for this position will possess strong skills in graphic communication of programs to different audiences;

program and events support, coordination, and documentation including photos, audios, and videos; writing and proofreading content; and research and analysis of inclusive and culture‑led community engagement programs, policies, and processes. In addition, experience with storytelling and art and culture is preferred. To be successful, candidates should have solid time management skills, ability to work independently and possess a desire to learn, overcome challenges, and solve problems.

This temporary position is not eligible for benefits; working up to 20 hours per week.

• Generates and develops graphic and written materials for programs within the group and the department that promote inclusive engagement and community development.
• Supports all programs under the Community Engagement and Culture initiative with preparation and documentation including Community‑Centered Design and Community Forums.
• Supports cultural events, activities, and programs that center the values and priorities of community members.
• Supports community meetings, forums, and events related to inclusive community engagement.
• Supports production of presentations to community members, partner organizations, and internal stakeholders related to inclusive community engagement.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support agency goals and objectives.

• A Bachelor’s degree in the arts, design, urban or regional planning, architecture, landscape architecture or related field.
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.

• An equivalent combination of education and experience in design, proofreading, and community engagement sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.

• Knowledge of arts and culture, community engagement, community development.
• Knowledge of cultural programming, and social equity best practices and strategies.
• Strong knowledge of Adobe Suite, specifically InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator, with some familiarity with CANVA.
• Ability to communicate and present information effectively, both verbally and in writing, to a broad variety of audiences.
• Ability to work as a part of a team and complete tasks to deadline with general instructions.
• Ability to work with diverse communities and populations.
• Ability to provide a high level of attention to detail.
• Ability to utilize communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage timelines, and reporting requirements.
• Strong communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills, including the ability to engage in…