Barber Park Event Host (roster)

Work Schedule: 20-30 hours per week, including days, nights & weekends.  Work schedules will vary based on facility needs (with shifts ranging from as early as 7 am to as late as 1 am)

Important Information About Roster Positions

Thank you for considering a roster position with the City of Greensboro! These positions are an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience and contribute to our community. Please review the details below to ensure you understand the nature of roster employment:

• Hourly Employment: Roster positions are paid hourly and do not include benefits such as medical, dental, or vision insurance, life insurance, paid leave, or paid holidays.
• Limited Hours: Roster employees may work up to, but no more than, 1,000 hours in a 12 month period.  
• Pension System: 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.

The Greensboro Parks and Recreation Department is a nationally accredited department and four-time National Gold Medal Award winner for Parks and Recreation Excellence. We are committed to enhancing our department's existing assets; expanding our offerings through strengthening partnerships and creating transformational programs; and connecting communities with a vibrant, healthy, and equitable park system. We are seeking talented and enthusiastic individuals, with positive attitudes, strong work ethic, and passion for making a difference in Greensboro.

Primary Duties/Brief Description of Work:

To do this, we need the best people who can connect with our mission and vision. We are currently seeking qualified and energetic candidates to fill the role of Event Host at the Barber Park Event Center and Gateway Gardens Event Center.  The Event Host will perform a wide variety of task related to event set up, tear down, change over and custodial duties. Must be able to make independent decisions.

• Oversee facilities and events and make sound operational and personnel decisions based on guidelines
• Provide excellent customer service and professional communication in person, and via phone
• Maintain thorough knowledge and understanding of all rules, policies, and procedures related to the position
• Provide appropriate and accurate information to patrons and guests
• Prepare facility for events and rentals including set up, tear down, and cleaning
• Perform custodial tasks as needed to ensure the facility stays neat, clean, and welcoming at all times
• Attend to customer needs before, during and after the event
• Serve as a liaison between department staff and event guest
• Complete tasks in an efficient and effective manner
• Maintain regular communication with supervisors and respond to work-related requests in a timely manner
• Attend and participate in staff meetings and staff-trainings
• Assist with the coordination of other events in Barber Park or Gateway Gardens
• Assist in coverage of other duties, facilities, programs, and events within Barber Park or Gateway Gardens
• Assist with other department activities and programs as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Work schedules will vary based on facility needs. The facility is utilized any day of the week (Sunday-Saturday) with shifts ranging from as early as 7 am to as late as 1 am. The physical requirements of the job are standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, walking on uneven surfaces, shoveling, and heavy lifting up to 50 pounds on a regular basis. The position requires the ability to lift and move tables, chairs, and other items on a regular basis.   Must have ability to make independent decisions.  Must have reliable means of transportation.

This position is Non-Exempt under FLSA policy.

What You Bring

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Experience with special events
• Experience with customer service

An Ideal Candidate Would Also Possess (Preferred Qualifications):

• Experience with recreation management software (i.e. Rec Trac)
• Possession of current CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications

Salary : $17