Salary: $16.00 – $20.78 Hourly
Location : Cary, NC
Job Type: Temporary, Part-Time
Job Number: 23-01890
Department: Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources
Division: PRCR Downtown Cary Park
Opening Date: 05/26/2023
Closing Date: 7/30/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A
Description
Are you passionate about events and programs? Do you enjoy community building? The Downtown Cary Park is seeking energetic and creative individuals at least 18 years of age to join our team as Activity Hosts.
As an Activity Host, you will be responsible for assisting with the execution and organization of Downtown Cary Park programs, events and rentals. Activity Hosts should have a love for special event management, provide outstanding customer service, be enthusiastic professionals, and be able to build relationships with various guests.
In order to support Park events, this position requires a flexible schedule which includes evenings, weekends and some holidays. Training will begin in August.
This is a part-time, non-benefited, year-round position, up to 20 hours a week, with a maximum of 999 hours per year.
The Downtown Cary Park is located at 327 S. Academy Street in the heart of downtown.
Typical Tasks
- Serves as day-of contact for rentals, ensuring that renters feel welcomed and supported;
- Ensures renters have access to rented space(s) and checks them in and out;
- Ensures renters have the equipment and supplies needed and provides simple tech and set up support;
- Assists with event preparation and support;
- Provides program support by assisting instructors and students as needed;
- Secures supplies, class lists, and checks participants in for programs;
- Ensures program supplies are gathered and returned;
- Assists with periodic inventory of program, event, and rental items and informs supervisor when restocking or replacing is necessary;
- Assists with setting up and breaking down tables, chairs, and equipment for programs and events;
- Takes pictures for marketing staff;
- Assists in activating emergency action plans;
- Engages with visitors to facilitate a positive experience and assists guests in navigating the Park;
- Communicates with patrons to address questions and concerns, redirecting as necessary;
- Enforces Town of Cary and Park rules, policies and procedures, ensuring safety, efficiency and guest satisfaction;
- Attends staff meetings;
- Performs other job-related tasks as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of basic office equipment and computer software
- General knowledge of first aid practices and techniques
- Superior customer service skills
- Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and some holidays
- Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions specific to the Downtown Cary Park and Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources policies and procedures
- Ability to acquire knowledge of Cary policies, procedures, and the services of the department
- Ability to interact with the public tactfully and constructively
- Ability to lead with a commitment to access, diversity, equity, and inclusion
Minimum and Preferred Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Physical requirements will vary upon assignment. Some assignments may require the ability to lift or move heavy objects, such as supplies or equipment.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Requires possession of a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Requires checking references, drug testing, and background check (which may include criminal check, education verification, and credit history review) prior to employment.
Regular and Probationary Full-Time and Part-Time Employees
The Town of Cary is pleased to provide a competitive, comprehensive benefits program to serve the needs of our employees and their families.
Because the Town of Cary believes that employees are one of our most important resources, significant dollars (averaging about 40% of annual salary per employee) are spent each year on employee benefits.
All regular and probationary full-time and part-time employees of the Town of Cary are eligible, and benefits coverage for new employees and family members is effective upon an employee’s hire date.
Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern Employees
The Town employs temporary and seasonal employees and interns who generally are scheduled to work on a short-term basis. However, if you are hired as a temporary or seasonal employee, or as an intern, you are not eligible for the Town of Cary’s benefits package as described in this summary.
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Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?
- Yes
- No
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This is a year-round, part-time position (less than 20 hours per week). Are you available to work up to 20 hours per week?
- Yes
- No
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This position requires work during the evenings, weekends, and some holidays with periods of high volume/workload. Are you able to work this type of schedule?
- Yes
- No
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Please list days/times you are regularly UNAVAILABLE.
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What is your level of proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel)?
- No experience
- Basic
- Intermediate
- Advanced
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Are you able to lift moderately heavy items, such as chairs, folding tables, or sports equipment?
- Yes
- No
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Tell us why you are interested in the Activity Host position and provide us with an example of a time when you assisted with special events or programs.
Required Question