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This is an exempt-level position. Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.

At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

Did you know that Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation proudly hosts many community events each year? Hummingbird Festival, The Senior Games and Festival in the Park are just a few that our employees and residents look forward to every year! Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department (MCPRD) strives to enrich the lives of our residents. We do this by providing exciting and safe recreational amenities and programs, change to improve our resident’s fitness levels and decrease health care costs. This contributes to a sense of community through events and spaces for the public to socialize, thereby increasing property values and providing tourism venues. We protect open space, natural areas, and our treasured tree canopy through stewardship. We play a critical role in ensuring Mecklenburg County achieves its vision that the county “will be a community of pride and choice for people to LIVE, WORK and RECREATE.” The department serves a population exceeding one million residents and serves the City of Charlotte, six towns, and the unincorporated areas of the county covering 523 square miles. In addition, the department manages over 21,000 acres and 230+ parks, nature preserves, greenways and facilities. The Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation Department is continually recognized for its cutting-edge programs, state-of the-art facilities and unique partnerships. Our success is rooted in our staff. If you are interested in joining a dynamic team, dedicated to building a better community, and being recognized as leaders both in our community and across the country, then Mecklenburg County has great opportunities for you.

POSITION SUMMARY

Mecklenburg County is seeking an experienced and innovative professional to lead our Recreation and Aquatics Division. The Division Director position will be responsible for overseeing and leading the strategic planning of our community recreation centers, aquatics programs, and therapeutic and inclusive recreation services. This will include management and operations of facilities, staff and recreation programming. The incumbent will also be responsible for developing programs, policies and procedures for standardization of operations, developing and maintaining community partnerships, budget planning for the division and promote training initiatives to program staff. The selected candidate would have extensive experience with community recreation initiatives, strategic planning experience, proven ability to create and maintain a variety of internal and external partnerships and experience managing multiple revenue streams.

By applying to this position, you are eligible to be considered for a similar role, in which you meet the minimum qualifications for, at other Park and Recreation locations should they become available. If you are looking to grow in your career, or transition laterally into a new role, don’t miss this opportunity to apply!

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 12 years of progressively responsible experience in the recreation field
• Experience leading aquatic programs
• Inclusive recreation management experience
• 5+ years’ recreation supervision experience

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Develop marketable initiatives that attract audiences to recreational activities and/or events
• Evaluate plans to ensure adequate resources are supplied while maintaining financial standards
• Oversee recreational event personnel, vendor operations, and volunteer activities
• Develop and maintain financial reporting to enhance and/or utilize funds as effectively as possible
• Assess recreational actives to identify risks, meet community needs, and maintain safety regulations
• Communicate and consult with the board of commissioners and/or city council regarding recreational strategies
• Lead and direct the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel actions including hiring, performance management, and termination
• Contribute to strategic planning, direction, and goal setting for the department or function in collaboration with senior management
• Establish departmental policies, practices, and procedures that have a significant impact on the organization

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience and one (1) year of supervisory experience or completion of an approved supervisory training program

Education: Bachelor’s degree in related field

Combination of relevant experience and relevant education accepted?: Yes

Licenses/Certifications: Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver’s License and County Driving Privileges

Computer Skills: Proficient in various computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge:

• Business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources
• Principles and processes for providing customer services; this includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction
• The structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar
• Laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, and agency rules, and the political climate
• Expertise in area of assignment

Skills:

• Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one
• Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
• Talking to others to convey information effectively
• Adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions
• Communication, Creativity, and Leadership skills
• Detail oriented

Abilities:

• Building Strategic Work Relationships: Developing and using collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals
• Aligning Performance for Success: Focusing and guiding others in accomplishing work objectives
• Strategic Decision Making: Obtaining information and identifying key issues and relationships relevant to achieving a long-range goal or vision; committing to a course of action to accomplish a long-range goal or vision after developing alternatives based on logical assumptions, facts, available resources, constraints, and organizational values
• Formal Presentations: Presenting ideas effectively to individuals or groups when; delivering presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience
• Leading through Vision and Values: Keeping the organization’s vision and values at the forefront of associate decision making and action
• Building a Successful Team: Using appropriate methods and a flexible interpersonal style to help build a cohesive team; facilitating the completion of team goals
• Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided
• Delegating Responsibility: Allocating decision-making authority and/or task responsibility to appropriate others to maximize the organization’s and individuals’ effectiveness

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT

This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.

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Casting Call: Models for 3rd Annual Queen Charlotte’s Ball

Job Details: We are seeking models to participate in the 3rd Annual Queen Charlotte’s Ball, a prestigious event celebrating elegance, grace, and cultural diversity. This event brings together individuals from all walks of life for a night of enchantment and sophistication.

Job Responsibilities:

• Gracefully showcase designer garments on the runway during the event.
• Exude confidence, poise, and charm while interacting with guests and fellow participants.
• Follow directions from the event organizers and collaborate with the production team to ensure a seamless experience.

Requirements:

• All ethnicities are welcome.
• Height requirement: 5’7″ or taller.
• Both male and female models are encouraged to apply.
• Pre-registration is mandatory.

Compensation:

• Models selected for the event will receive an honorarium for their participation.
• Additionally, participants will have the opportunity to network with esteemed professionals from various industries.

Model Casting Call

Job Details: We are seeking both female and male models for an upcoming fashion event. This casting call provides an opportunity for individuals aged 15 and above, of all sizes and heights, to showcase their unique style and talent.

Job Responsibilities:

• Attend the casting call at Le’ Meredien Hotel on October 29th, between 1 PM and 4 PM.
• Present yourself confidently, showcasing your individual style and versatility in front of a panel of judges.
• Follow any specific instructions provided by the casting team during the selection process.
• Be prepared to participate in brief interviews or walk the runway, if requested by the panel.

Requirements:

• Age: 15 and above.
• Gender: Open to both females and males.
• Sizes: All sizes are welcomed.
• Height: All heights are welcomed.
• No prior modeling experience is required, but a positive attitude and a passion for fashion are a must.

Compensation:

• This casting call offers an exciting opportunity to gain exposure in the fashion industry and potentially be selected for upcoming events and projects.
• Selected models may receive compensation in the form of cash, vouchers, or wardrobe items, depending on the specific projects they are chosen for.

Casting Call: “Goonies In Agony” Short Film

Job Details: We are currently casting for our upcoming short film, “Goonies In Agony,” a poignant exploration of depression written and directed by Maximillian Wood. Inspired by a24’s acclaimed film “Causeway,” this project delves into the personal struggles of two individuals who find themselves at a crossroads in a local bar.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Bucky (Lead):

   • Portray the main character, Bucky, who is grappling with deep depression following a difficult breakup.
   • Convey Bucky’s introspective journey as he reflects on his mental health struggles and seeks understanding before it’s too late.

2. William (Supporting):

   • Bring to life William, whose battle with depression mirrors Bucky’s. However, his approach and actions serve as a cautionary tale, showcasing the path Bucky should avoid.
   • Convey William’s complex emotions, characterized by resentment and inner turmoil.

Requirements:

• Bucky (Lead):

  • Age range: 25-35
  • Gender: Male
  • Ability to convey deep emotional range and vulnerability
  • Strong understanding of the complexities of mental health
  • Previous acting experience preferred but not mandatory

• William (Supporting):

  • Age range: 30-40
  • Gender: Male
  • Ability to portray a character filled with resentment and inner conflict
  • Experience in conveying complex emotions on screen

• Location:

  • Applicants must be local to the Raleigh area, with the possibility of filming in Fayetteville. Transportation to Fayetteville will be provided.

Compensation:

• This is an unpaid opportunity, but all selected actors will receive IMDb credit upon completion. IMDb credit will be added later this year.

Exciting Casting Call: “My Daddy’s Daughter” Short Film Seeks Talented Japanese Couples!

Are you ready to be a part of an intriguing and action-packed short film? “My Daddy’s Daughter” is casting for various roles, including supporting characters and extras. Set against the backdrop of a gripping story, this film promises an engaging and unforgettable experience for both the cast and the audience.

The Plot: “My Daddy’s Daughter” follows the journey of Simone, a young adult grappling with the aftermath of her father’s passing. Faced with a life-threatening situation, Simone, her devoted boyfriend Jay, and a loyal group of friends embark on a mission to secure $250,000 to settle a debt. The stakes are high, and the path to success is fraught with challenges, as they navigate the shadowy world her father left behind.

Characters in Search of Actors:

1. Jay (21-25): An African American male, Jay is Simone’s boyfriend. Once a loyal soldier in Simone’s father’s empire, he left the drug game behind, determined to protect Simone and ensure she has the means to pay off KT.

2. KT (Early 40’s): The formidable adversary, portrayed by an African American male, who was once Simone’s father’s greatest rival. KT’s actions set the events of the film in motion, revealing a complex character yearning for the power and influence her father once wielded.

3. Yvonne (Late 30’s): An African American female, Yvonne was Simone’s father’s ex-lover of 15 years. Though seemingly willing to assist Simone and Jay in their quest, her motives remain shrouded in mystery.

4. Ashley and Niya (21-25): These sisters, portrayed by African American or Hispanic females, are Simone’s steadfast companions. Their loyalty is unwavering as they work alongside Simone to navigate the challenges they face.

5. Nino (21-25): Jay’s lifelong best friend and a former soldier in Mike’s empire. While still somewhat involved in the drug trade, Nino is resolute in his determination to help Simone and Jay confront KT.

6. Trey (18-20): A character with minimal screen time, Trey is an old customer of Jay’s, appearing briefly in 1-2 scenes.

7. Darius: Also with a limited role, Darius is Ashley and Niya’s brother, a player in the drug trade.

Additional Opportunities:

• Directorial Help: The team is seeking individuals who can assist with directing, working closely with writer and lead actor, Ayanna Williams (playing Simone), who will also serve as the assistant director for scenes she’s in.

• Sound Direction: If you have expertise in sound design for film, your skills are needed to enhance the overall cinematic experience.

• Extras: Join the cast as a member of the family inside Mike’s house after his funeral. We’re looking for 4-5 African American males and females to bring this scene to life.

Filming Details: The production will take place in Greenville, NC, over a weekend in early to mid-November (specific dates will be finalized based on availability). The film is scheduled for completion by the end of November, offering a dynamic and fast-paced experience for all involved.

Don’t miss this chance to be a part of “My Daddy’s Daughter” – an enthralling tale of loyalty, danger, and the lengths we’ll go to protect the ones we love. Be sure to submit your applications and seize this exciting opportunity!

Casting Call: Industrial Casting for Deaf/Hard of Hearing Talent

Job Details: C&J is currently casting for an industrial film project for a Software Company. We are seeking talent with varying degrees of hearing loss to portray authentic characters in the film.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character of [ANA], a female-presenting manager who exudes a calm and composed demeanor while dealing with her team’s challenges, never revealing her own struggles.
• Deliver lines as per the script while effectively conveying the character’s personality and emotions.

Requirements:

• Gender: Female
• Age Range: 30 to 39 years old
• Preferred Ethnicities: Latino, East Asian, Filipino, Hispanic, Middle Eastern, Mixed Ethnicity, Pacific Islander, South Asian, Southeast Asian, West Indies/Caribbean. All ethnicities are welcome to submit.
• Must be deaf/hard of hearing.
• Previous acting experience is preferred but not mandatory.

Compensation Details:

• Rate of Pay: $2000 per day
• Travel Stipend:
  • $75 gas stipend for talent located more than 1.5 hours away from the shooting location.
  • $150 hotel stipend for talent located more than 1.5 hours away from the shooting location.
  • $250 airfare stipend for talent located more than 3 hours away from the shooting location, with the availability of a second hotel night if needed.

Dates:

• Exact shooting dates are to be determined, and will fall within the range of October 24th to 26th, or the week of October 31st, 2023.

Location:

• The shoot will take place in the Raleigh area.

Casting Call: Background Talent Casting Call – Hispanic Men and Women

Job Details: C&J Productions is seeking background talent for an upcoming shoot in the Charlotte Area. This project offers a paid opportunity for those selected. Please note that this is a quick turnaround project.

Job Responsibilities:

• Act as background talent in various scenes as directed by the production team.
• Follow instructions provided by the director and production staff.
• Maintain professionalism on set and adhere to all production guidelines.

Requirements:

• Age: 35 to 50 years old.
• Ethnicity: Hispanic.
• Must be available for the shoot on 9/26/2023.
• Local hire to Charlotte, NC.

Compensation Details:

• Rate of Pay: SAG Scale Background
• Local Hire to Charlotte, NC

Are you a talented communicator with a passion for connecting with people? Are you looking for an opportunity to utilize your skills in a fast-paced and dynamic environment? We are seeking a highly motivated Communications Assistant to join our team!

As a Communications Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our internal and external communications efforts. Your attention to detail and strong writing skills will be essential in delivering clear and compelling messages to our target audience.

Why Choose Us?

• Exciting Industry: Be part of a dynamic field, where each day brings new challenges and opportunities.
• Collaboration: Work alongside a supportive team, fostering a collaborative and creative environment.
• Professional Growth: Expand your skills and knowledge with ongoing training and development.
• Impactful Role: Your communication expertise will directly influence our brand’s reputation and success.
• Diverse Projects: Engage in various communication initiatives, from media relations to content creation.

Responsibilities:

• The Communications Specialist will coordinate and develop marketing and communications platforms and policies, programs, and campaigns
• In this position, the Marketing and Communications assistant will maintain knowledge of trends and developments in the market while identifying opportunities for new products and services
• Drive product adoption and promotion
• Collaborate in the development of new products
• Compose, develop, evaluate and conduct training on marketing activities, strategies, and policies

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and proofreading abilities
• Familiarity with digital marketing tools and analytics platforms
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
• Creative thinking and ability to generate innovative ideas
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Experience in graphic design or video editing is a plus

Join our team and be part of a vibrant and collaborative work environment where your communication skills will be valued. Apply now to become our Communications Assistant and contribute to the success of our organization!

RecVance

Avalara is a rapidly growing technology company that’s fundamentally changing the world of transactional tax compliance. We deliver comprehensive, cloud-based automation solutions that adapt to the ever-changing global tax landscape.

Job Summary:

The Director of Internal Communications will be highly experienced in employee-related and people manager communications in North America and, ideally, across Europe and India. This individual is a hands-on leader who can provide strategic counsel to senior executives as well as lean into the day-to-day internal communications tasks and coach a team of direct reports. The Director will possess deep experience in a variety of issues management and people-related organizational announcements and have the proven ability to not only create communications plans from scratch but also program manage a comprehensive global internal communications calendar at a high-growth technology company, where change is constant. This leader will also mentor, manage, and grow a team of talented internal communicators. This strategic position will report to the company’s Senior Director of Corporate Communications. This role will work closely with the Chief People Officer (CPO), Chief Financial Officer (CFO), General Counsel, and every leader within Avalara’s People and Culture (P&C) organization. The Director and their team will draft, edit, and distribute internally facing communications for business related news as well as HR initiatives including career development, regional and global compensation and benefits programs, performance management, rewards and recognition, onboarding, employee engagement, diversity, and others. Additionally, the successful candidate will play a critical role in helping to deliver engaging digital employee communications by managing our intranet, what we call the Grove, and supporting content creation and promotion of our virtual global company meetings with our CEO and other business leaders, called AvaChats, as well as support content creation and execution of our annual global company meeting, CONNECT, which will be held in-person and virtual in February 2024.

Job Responsibilities:

• Create and program manage a global internal communications strategy, messaging and collateral (written and visual) for employee and people manager communications at Avalara.
• Support strategic communications for the Chief People Officer (CPO) and Chief Financial Officer (CFO), spanning internal and external media channels, positioning them as trusted, transparent, C-Suite leaders.
• Host and support critical internal stakeholder meetings to drive alignment, present plans and timelines, and gain agreement. This includes global monthly meetings with the CEO and other business leaders, HR-related meetings, leadership team meetings, and more.
• Serve as trusted strategic communications counsel to executives and HR business partners, collaborating with Avalara’s Corporate Communications team on a coordinated approach, annual communications plan, and related messaging and materials.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition and Marketing in updating and implementing a global employer brand narrative that is tailored to specific geographies.
• Partner with the HR leadership team and regional HR and leadership teams to develop a cohesive global calendar and communications strategies for key HR initiatives.
• Review all communications materials created by the internal communications team members.
• In partnership with HR business partners, supervise communications to managers while advancing our capabilities to reach this critical audience and convert them into communicators.
• Align to a global strategy, corporate messaging, and standards for all written and visual communications with Avalara’s Corporate Communications, Brand, and Marketing teams.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and 15+ years of relevant internal communications experience at technology company managing a team of direct reports; strong preference for those who specifically worked with HR teams in North America, Europe, and India
• Must have deep issues management and people-related organizational announcements experience and expertise
• Strong technical skills for internal material development programs (MS Office – Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and others) and communications platforms (Slack, Zoom, Teams, etc.)
• Strong executive presence and negotiation skills
• Extreme attention to detail, time management, organization skills.
• Excellent planning, project management, prioritization, and presentation skills
• Must have a positive and flexible attitude for working in a fast-paced environment and be able to build strong relationships across various departments and functions

About Avalara:

We’re building cloud-based tax compliance solutions to handle every transaction in the world. Imagine every transaction you make — every tank of gas, cup of coffee, or pair of sneakers, every movie ticket, meal kit, or streamed song, every sensor-to-sensor ping. Nearly every time you make a purchase, physical or digital, there’s an accompanying unique and nuanced tax compliance calculation. The logic behind calculating taxes — the rules, rates, and boundaries is a global, layered, three-dimensional mess of complexity, with compliance dictated by governments and applied by every business, every day.

Avalara works with businesses of all sizes, all over the world — from corner stores to gigantic global retailers — to calculate tax accurately and automatically, at speeds measured in milliseconds. That’s a massive technical challenge, in terms of scale, reliability, and complexity, and we do it better than anyone. That’s why we’re growing fast. Headquartered in Seattle, Avalara has offices across the U.S. and around the world, in Brazil, Canada, India, U.K, Belgium and across Europe.

Equal Opportunities

Avalara is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, gender, national orientation, disability, sexual orientation, US Veteran status, or any other factor protected by law.

Avalara

Our client is looking for a contract Director of Internal Communications to manage the development and implementation of the company’s internal communications strategy, as well as oversee the tactics and tools required to increase employee satisfaction and drive business results across the company!

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Work directly with business leaders to identify needs, objectives, and strategies to create plans and processes to engage employees; partner with Human Resources (HR) on intranet benefits
• Establish innovative new programs that have scale to increase engagement across multiple networks
• Create new channels to reach employees with core messages; develop and drive a messaging framework that engages and inspires
• Determine ongoing needs and develop strategies and plans to address those needs through a variety of methods and touch points
• Implement reporting mechanisms for sharing measurements around success and areas of improvement
• Manage editorial calendar and content on corporate channels while balancing input from key internal stakeholders across a range of businesses and geographies
• Determine types of charities aligned with the business globally; establish a framework that allows the company to give globally and locally, while identifying top external charity partners
• Act as a leader for global communications by guiding regional and business-level talent

What you’ll need to excel:

At a minimum, you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related work or military experience
• 7 years of experience with internal employee communications
• Experience with Microsoft Office

It’d be great if you also have:

• 10 years of experience in employee and HR communications
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to present clean, organized, and thorough information and data appropriate for intended audience
• Ability to establish and maintain effective, collaborative work relationships both internally and externally
• Self-motivated work style; able to work well with minimal supervision or in a team environment
• Proven leadership and collaboration skills with the ability to effectively supervise, coach and influence employees

*This is a contract position from November – April

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