Event Staff

Peoria Park District; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Peoria Park District is seeking a part-time seasonal events assistant to help run community events across the district. This role covers setup and teardown, inventory and cleaning, and supporting full-time staff during events.

Responsibilities include moving equipment, assisting with safety programs, and performing duties at various Peoria locations from May through October. A high school degree is preferred, with hospitality or janitorial experience helpful.

Qualifications

• Education: High school degree or equivalent preferred; experience may substitute for education.
• Experience: Hospitality, special events and/or janitorial work preferred.
• Knowledge: Ability to follow safety procedures and interact professionally with the public.

Responsibilities

• Assist with setup and teardown of events, including moving fences, tents, tables, chairs, and trash removal.
• Assist in inventory and distribution of supplies and equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and appearance of designated event areas.
• Support full-time staff during events and assist with routine duties.
• Support the safety program and follow all district rules and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned and work at various locations throughout the district.

Skills

Flexible schedule

Public interaction

Physical stamina

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: VARIOUS LOCATIONS - PEORIA, IL 61614Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $15.00 - $15.00 Hourly

DUTIES:

• Assisting the operation of events and including the setup and tear down of the events. This includes, but is not limited to, moving fences, setting up tents, tables, chairs, and trash removal.
• Assist in the inventory and distribution of supplies and equipment.
• Assist in maintaining the appearance and cleanliness of all designated areas of the designated event space.
• Assisting full-time staff with routine duties during the course of an event.
• Supporting all aspects of the Peoria Park District’s safety program. Following all Peoria Park District rules, policies, and procedures
• Following all safety procedures that pertain to the duties performed; supporting all aspects of the Park District's safety program.
• Performing all other duties as assigned.
• THIS POSITION WILL HELP OUT AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT THE DISTRICT, AS NEEDED

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Bending and stooping, and ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds required.

NOTE:This job is a seasonal position from May through October. There are no set hours.

Hours depend on the number of events scheduled and the times they are scheduled.

Qualifications

Education: High school degree or equivalent preferred. Although a degree is preferred, experience in a like position with similar duties and responsibilities may be substituted for all or part of the education preference.

Experience: Previous hospitality, special event and/or janitorial experience preferred.

Knowledge and Ability:

• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Ability to work harmoniously with the public, City of Peoria Personnel, and Peoria Park District staff.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work.
• Ability to follow picture-based event layouts.
• Ability to be professional, respectful, accountable, innovative, to follow safety procedures, and be equitable to both internal and external customers.

The Peoria Park District hires without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, pregnancy, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service, protected veteran status or on the basis of any characteristic protected by law.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.