Community Impact Manager

1. Assists the City of Bastrop with the planning, coordination and execution of various civic minded special events, projects and City programing associated with the Communications & Special Events Team including but not limited to: 
   • Purchases, organizes, and eventual storage of City supplies including general asset management and inventory
   • Special event or program planning, delegation, execution, and cleanup as assigned
   • Regularly reviews the Return on Investment (ROI) for City hosted events and programing to ensure they are following the City’s mission relative to the hard and soft costs associated to the event 
   • Coordinates the scheduling, bookings, and event execution of the City park assets 
2. Oversees and executes the permitting process for all Special Events and those wanting to film in the City of Bastrop.
   • Processes and coordinates all City of Bastrop Special Event Applications Film Permits, meetings, staffing, assets, and resources
   • Continually works on improving the Special Event and Film Permitting processes and procedures to ensure our clients are receiving excellent customer service during the permitting process and event execution
   • Works to ensure the effective and efficient management of City resources for Special Events and Films
3. Manage and grow community relationships with the City of Bastrop’s Community Partners, Community Assets, Community Support Groups, Main Street District, and other community networks.
   • Updates and maintains a Main Street District business directory and City Partners, Community Assets, and Community Support Groups contact database
   • Develops and implements City policies, procedures, and protocol designed to oversee relationships, agreements, and required reporting with City Partners, Support Groups, and Assets
   • Facilitates dialogue and consensus building to identify and resolve issues between the City and various community stakeholders
   • Establishes and maintains effective relationships with community leaders, City Officials, the media, and the public
   • Helps manage community relationships with the above-mentioned groups through active and ongoing communication 
   • Organizes forums, walking tours, conferences and other community events and meetings with City staff as necessary for special events 
4. Conducts various customer service duties including but not limited to:
   • Provides excellent customer service to our citizens, Community Assets, Community Partners, and Community Support Groups that may have an issue arise
   • Assists with the duties and responsibilities of assigned City Boards & Commissions 
   • Develops and coordinates reports, and presentations as assigned by the Assistant City Manager 
   • Orders supplies and materials in accordance with the City’s Purchasing Policy 
   • Assists in the general oversight of calendars, mailings, scheduling appointments and answering phones 

Minimum Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to function with considerable independence and to perform the essential functions of the job.   
• Must possess a valid Texas driver license with an acceptable driving record
• Be legally authorized to work in the United States. 

• Knowledgeable of operational characteristics, services, and activities of the City of Bastrop
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office suite 
• Intermediate knowledge of Word and Excel 
• Project Coordination experience 
• Event Planning experience

• Requires making decisions on a daily basis regarding program decisions, problems related to downtown businesses, and general revitalization efforts
• Must have the ability to prioritize, use analytical thinking to set and meet goals, and to problem solve. 
• Assists in the development of and manages assigned budget, program goals/responsibilities. 
• Adheres to the City of Bastrop’s objectives and guidelines and assists with the creation of the annual work plan.

Job Dimensions:

• Must be willing to complete other duties as assigned with a positive and helpful attitude.
• Must have the ability to prepare, proof and review departmental correspondences, policies, and procedures. 
• Must be able to create effective presentations, spreadsheets, and reports.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Must be able to maintain positive working relationships with City departments and personnel, outside agencies, vendors, community organizations, patrons, and the public.
• Must be able to oversee and manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines. 
• Must be able to create a system to ensure success in performing job functions as organization is the key to success in this position. 
• Must be able to present oneself professionally and ensure that all interactions with clients, downtown businesses, City Council, and the Mayor, representing the City of Bastrop’s expectations in professionalism and exceptional customer service. 

Physical Conditions

• Physical requirements include lifting and carrying of moderate weight (12-20 pounds).  Subject to vision constantly; handling, and fine dexterity frequently; standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, bending, climbing, balancing, vision, hearing and talking occasionally; kneeling, crouching, crawling, twisting and foot controls rarely. 
• Working conditions involves working independently and interacting with diverse staff members and the public.  
• Some tasks may require exposure to environmental conditions (i.e. dirt, cold, heat, rain, dust, pollen) 

Salary : $20 - $24