Event Operations & Parks Ambassador(Roster)

City of Greensboro•Nc 27401, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Event Operations & Parks Ambassador serves as the Parks and Recreation Department's primary field representative during Greensboro's busiest recreation and special event season. Working under the direction of the City's Special Event Coordinator, you'll support event logistics, monitor neighborhood parks, assist event organizers, and help ensure City facilities remain safe, clean, and welcoming. This highly visible position combines customer service, park stewardship, equipment operation, and event support to deliver outstanding experiences for the community. This seasonal position operates primarily April 1 through December 1, averaging up to 30 hours per week. Roster positions are paid hourly and do not include benefits such as medical, dental, or vision insurance, life insurance, paid leave, or paid holidays. Roster employees may work up to, but no more than, 1,000 hours in a 12-month period. Roster positions are not eligible for membership in the city’s pension system. While roster positions do not include benefits, they are often a pathway to full-time, benefited employment with the City. Many of our current full-time employees started in roster positions, and we encourage you to explore this opportunity as a potential first step in your career with us. We value the contributions of all our team members and look forward to welcoming dedicated individuals who share our commitment to serving the community.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Valid North Carolina Driver's License.

Nice To Haves

One or more years of experience in parks and recreation, forestry, landscaping, grounds maintenance, event operations, or a related field is preferred.
Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) or the ability to obtain one within six months of employment.

Responsibilities

Support on-site operations for City-sponsored and permitted special events.
Deliver, set up, maintain, and retrieve event equipment and resources.
Assist event organizers by providing customer service and operational support.
Monitor neighborhood parks and public spaces during assigned shifts.
Help protect park facilities and report maintenance or safety concerns.
Operate City vehicles, trucks, ATVs, and other equipment as assigned.
Transport and handle event equipment, including tables, chairs, tents, barricades, generators, signage, barrels, and related materials.
Promote safe park use while educating visitors about park policies and amenities.
Work collaboratively with Parks and Recreation staff, event organizers, volunteers, and community partners.
Maintain reliable communication and complete assignments safely and efficiently.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Ability to safely lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, shovel, and work on uneven terrain.
Ability to work around traffic, equipment, and active event sites while maintaining a strong focus on safety.