Community Events Support Specialist (Evenings & Weekends)

Fishers Parks; Fishers, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 16,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Fishers is seeking enthusiastic, community-focused individuals to support on-site event operations for Fishers Parks. This supplemental position assists the Event and Marketing teams with setup, teardown, vendor support, and attendee services during events.

Hours are primarily evenings and weekends with 20–25 hours per week during peak months (May–December). Must be 18+, have a valid driver’s license, lift up to 50 pounds, and be willing to work at Spark!Fishers Festival.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old by employment start date.
• Ability to work approximately 20 to 25 hours per week, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed during peak event season (May - December).
• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to meet City insurance requirements, including a minimum of three years of licensed driving experience (permit time excluded).
• Must be willing and able to learn new software and point-of-sales systems and devices.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds regularly
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and adapt during fast-paced or high-attendance events.
• Highly motivated, dependable, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize multiple responsibilities with tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Candidates must be available for Spark!Fishers Festival (Typically head the last weekend in June).

Responsibilities

• Assist with all aspects of on-site event operations for Parks programs, concerts, festivals, and community events.
• Support event setup and teardown, including tents, tables, chairs, barricades, signage, supplies, and promotional materials.
• Provide exceptional customer service while interacting with event attendees, vendors, sponsors, and community partners.
• Staff Parks information tents and assist guests with event information and wayfinding.
• Engage attendees in interactive activities to help create fun, welcoming, and memorable experiences.
• Assist Parks staff with event planning, preparation, and operational logistics.
• Travel throughout Fishers to promote Parks events and distribute marketing materials at local businesses, parks, and community locations.
• Assist with inventory, organization, loading/unloading, and storage of event equipment and supplies.
• Support light office and administrative tasks as needed, including assembling materials, organizing event supplies, registration system support, point-of-sales support, and preparing promotional items.
• Maintain a professional, positive, and team-oriented attitude in fast-paced environments.
• Provide additional Parks Department support as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Reliability

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Tools

POS systems

Registration software

Job description

City of Fishers is seeking enthusiastic, community-focused individuals to support on-site event operations for Fishers Parks. This supplemental position assists the Event and Marketing teams with setup, teardown, vendor support, and attendee services during events.

Hours are primarily evenings and weekends with 20–25 hours per week during peak months (May–December). Must be 18+, have a valid driver’s license, lift up to 50 pounds, and be willing to work at Spark!Fishers Festival.