Culture Division Administrative Support

Posted Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 7:00 AM

The City of Lawrence Parks, Recreation, and Culture Department seeks to fill a Temporary Administrative Support position for the Culture Division - Communications and Events. This position will assist in tracking and management of grant awards, answer incoming calls, assist walk-ins with shelter reservations, right‑of‑way event applications, special use permit applications, process payments and other Culture Division special projects and events.

Attention to detail and the ability to provide exemplary customer service in a city business office are preferred, approximately 20 hours per week, Monday‑Friday with some potential for flexible scheduling. Upload a resume/cover letter or explain previous customer service experience in an online application.

Must be 18 years of age and provide own means of transportation to and from employment location. Requires the ability to work independently with little supervision and directly with the public in a positive, helpful manner. Basic typing skills are needed along with knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, and Outlook programs). Ability to learn other City software systems is required.

The ideal applicant will be self‑motivated and able to take on new challenges enthusiastically. Additionally, successful candidates will demonstrate basic knowledge of Parks, Recreation and Culture facility operations and programming.

The successful candidate must pass a background check.