Downtown Engagement Specialist

Downtown Engagement Specialist

Downtown Engagement Specialist

Company Overview : The City of Auburn Hills is a distinguished leader in southeast Michigan, known not only for its high-technology parks but also for having world-renowned retail, entertainment, and manufacturing. Home to more than 26,000 residents, it also serves as Michigan's global business address, with international corporations from 32 countries, including many world and North American headquarters. Auburn Hills' residents enjoy the amenities of city and suburban living with parks, a revitalized downtown district, and a welcoming city complex with a library and community center. Additionally, the city has four colleges and universities, and Great Lakes Crossing Outlets, one of the state's largest destination shopping centers, providing a variety of cultural, social and educational opportunities to residents, workers, and visitors.

At Auburn Hills, we value attentive service, diversity, excellence, fiscal responsibility, humility, and safety. Our mission is to be stewards for the community through a connected, transparent and efficient government in hopes that we can cultivate the heart of a small town that operates with the excellence of a world class city.

General Purpose : The Downtown Engagement Specialist will engage in high level projects focused on the growth and promotion of Downtown Auburn Hills. Special emphasis shall be placed on coordinating and conducting special events.

Preferred Qualifications :

(A) Graduation from a college or university is not required, but some college coursework is desirable in communications, business management, marketing or a related field, and (B) Two (2) years of related experience; or (C) Any equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible experience.

Pay Rate : $21 per hour, 24 hours per week

Special Requirements : Flexible hours Monday Friday, some weekends and evenings required. Schedule will vary based upon the calendar of events. Ability to generate excitement around the downtown and its events and activities and to promote continuous success.

Questions regarding the position should be referred to the Human Resources Department by email at humanresources@auburnhills.org . In an effort to improve the overall health of our workforce, the City of Auburn Hills adopted a policy against hiring tobacco users. All applicants are subject to a nicotine test in the final step of the hiring process. Those who test positive for nicotine from tobacco use may reapply for employment after six months. The City of Auburn Hills is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).