Special Events Worker (seasonal)

City of Edmond Careers•Edmond, OK

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Special Events Worker works with a team to assist with the Storybook Forest event. They communicate with families and assist with a variety of tasks, like managing traffic or serving food. Storybook Forest is presented by Arcadia Lake and Edmond Electric as a safe alternative to traditional trick or treating during the last weekend of October. Children and parents walk down a well-lit path in the woods and visit life-size scenes from classic storybooks to collect candy. This event staff member job requires working during the event's hours, which are from 4:30 pm to 9:30 pm daily from October 23rd through the 30th. Additional hours may be available for set up each day of the event, and during the week of November 1st after the event.

Requirements

At least 15 years of age
Availability to work the entire event (October 23rd through the 30th)
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Ability and willingness to work outdoors (potentially in rain or cold weather)
Ability to stand for several hours at a time
Ability to lift/carry objects up to 25 pounds
Ability to meet the other required physical standards for this position

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children or assisting with special events

Responsibilities

Attend and participate in a training day during the week of October 11th
Manage crowds of visitors effectively
Communicate with families and children with kindness, diplomacy, and patience
Assist with carnival style games and the hayride
Hand out candy
Read to visitors at the reading tent
Serve food at the concession stand
Manage traffic as a parking attendant

Benefits

A tangible impact to the Parks & Recreation Department and residents in the City of Edmond
Participation in a treasured event as a safe alternative to trick-or-treating for the community

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