Temporary Special Events Assistant
About The Position
Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation proudly hosts many community events each year, such as the Hummingbird Festival, The Senior Games, and Festival in the Park. The department strives to enrich the lives of residents by providing exciting and safe recreational amenities and programs, improving fitness levels, and decreasing health care costs. It also fosters a sense of community through events and spaces for public socialization, increasing property values and providing tourism venues. The department protects open space, natural areas, and the tree canopy through stewardship. It plays a critical role in ensuring Mecklenburg County achieves its vision of being a community of pride and choice for people to LIVE, WORK, and RECREATE. The department serves a population exceeding one million residents and covers the City of Charlotte, six towns, and the unincorporated areas of the county, spanning 523 square miles. It 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. The department's success is rooted in its staff, and it offers great opportunities for those interested in joining a dynamic team dedicated to building a better community and being recognized as leaders.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver’s License and County Driving Privileges
- CPR/First Aid certification
- General knowledge of various computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite
Nice To Haves
- Strong customer service skills
- Willingness to work in all weather conditions
- Experience assisting with special events strongly preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service and handling of funds in a recreation center or park facility through telephone, emails, web site, social media and walk in patrons and customers for information, program registration, center daily use and rentals
- Ensure safety of participants/spectators and administer first aid when necessary
- Prepare facility before and after scheduled reservations for weddings and non-wedding events
- Visit Park and Recreation venues/sites, monitoring events and assisting with special events
- Enforce rules and regulations
- Collect fees and taking registrations for facility rentals
- Assist in light maintenance of facilities and recreational areas
- Handle inquiries and complaints from public
- Assist with Department-sponsored events
- Provide light housekeeping and sanitation before, during and after events
- Prepare the facilities for reservations/bookings
- Assist with other event duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
