Park Ambassador

NORTHBROOK PARK DISTRICT•Northbrook, IL

21h•$17 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Join our amazing team as a Park Ambassador! This position works collaboratively with the Community Outreach Coordinator and other District departments. The Park Ambassadors represent the Northbrook Park District at a variety of events and community outreach opportunities. Park Ambassadors create positive, memorable experiences with residents by sharing information and supporting onsite promotional efforts. Pay & Schedule: $17.00 - $20.00 Per Hour (DOQ) This is a part time, seasonal, non-exempt position. This role includes a mix of weekday and weekend shifts, with a focus on evenings and special events. Schedules will be provided in advance, with on-site support from the marketing team and fellow park ambassadors.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older with an interest in interacting with the public and representing the Park District in a professional manner.
Schedule is flexible, based on scheduled events. This includes evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Strong communication skills and customer service experience
Work independently and in collaborative team settings
Represent the District actively and positively with the public, peers and the professional community
Comfort with working at events or interacting with the public
Strong time management skills
Possession of a valid Driver’s License
Basic knowledge of the Park District programs, events, parks and facilities
Ability to interact in a positive manner with the public
Manage timeline and deliverables
Required to sit, stand, walk, bend, talk and hear; use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently is required to sit or stand for long periods of time.
Specific vision abilities are required and include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
May occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

Act as a welcoming and friendly ambassador for the Northbrook Park District at community events and programs, engaging with attendees and handing out promotional giveaways and materials
Create positive first impressions that reflect the Park District’s mission and vision
Distribute promotional materials, giveaways and event information with enthusiasm and accuracy
Assist with event setup and take down of promotional spaces
Maintain a professional appearance and represent the Park District in a positive manner
Lead engaging outreach opportunities such as interactive games or contests
Communicate event observations, supply needs or customer feedback to supervisors
Support administrative tasks related to event logistics or promotional inventories
Responsible for restocking marketing inventory that is taken for an event or vendor opportunity
Visit local businesses and parks to share information about programs and sponsorship opportunities