Raleigh Parks - Program Technician

Salary: $14.74 - $23.58 Hourly
Location : Raleigh, NC
Job Type: Permanent Part-Time
Job Number:
Department: PRCR - Recreation
Opening Date: 03/04/2026
Closing Date: 3/18/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Work Hours: Monday - Friday; 9:00 am - 4:00 pm (25 hours)
Hiring Range: $14.74 - $19.16

Job Description
The Raleigh Parks - Program Technician supports Raleigh Parks' Marketing Communications team by creating social media content, assisting with website updates, conducting research, and helping execute special events. This part-time role also reviews visual communications for brand.

About You:
The ideal candidate is an organized, detail-oriented communicator who thrives in a fast-paced, creative environment and can confidently juggle multiple projects y bring a solid foundation in marketing or communications, experience in content creation for the web and social media. We are seeking a person with excellent interpersonal skills, and a collaborative mindset that supports the Raleigh Parks Marketing Communications team's mission to deliver clear, engaging messaging.

About Us:
Raleigh Parks' Marketing Communications team is a creative, collaborative group dedicated to sharing the stories of our parks, programs, and community initiatives in engaging and meaningful ways. Working with us offers the opportunity to contribute to impactful public-facing projects, collaborate with experienced communicators, and be part of a team that values innovation, teamwork, and the positive role parks play in the Raleigh community.

Duties and Responsibilities
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Drafts content for Parks and Recreation's website and social media pages
• Utilize equipment to take pictures of parks, programs, and community initiatives happening around the city
• Assists with website updates, research, special event support, and reviewing visual communication to ensure adherence to branding standards
• A city driving permit will be required in order to operate a city vehicle for driving to locations to capture pictures and videos of events

Typical Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Less than a High School diploma; less than 1 year customer service, office support recreation program implementation or related experience

OR

Any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted
Licensing and Certifications:

• Valid North Carolina Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1 year of working experience with content creation and Social Media Management
• 2 years of experience specific to marketing or communications
• Experience managing website updates, ensuring accurate information, clear navigation, and consistent branding across digital platforms

Additional Information
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Understanding of social media best practices, digital communication trends, and brand-aligned content creation
• Ability to manage website updates using content management systems while maintaining accuracy, accessibility, and visual consistency
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and interact professionally with the public
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities, ensuring timely completion of projects while maintaining attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail with the ability to multitask
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to clearly communicate both verbally and written

ADA and Other Requirements:

Work Environment and Physical Effort:
Medium:
Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of
force constantly to move objects.

Work Environment:
Work is typically performed in an office or similar indoor setting. Employees may occasionally work in an outdoor
environment or in a vehicle.

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