Event Staff, Community Aide (NCS) - Baltimore City Recreation and Parks

City of Baltimore; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Baltimore seeks Community Aide/Event Staff to assist the Recreation and Parks Department's Horticulture Division with event logistics for weddings, conferences, and galas. Roles are part-time up to 25 hours/week; evenings and weekends required.

Staff set up, break down, enforce event rules, and manage materials. Positions involve light physical activity, standing for long periods, and lifting up to 30 lbs.

Qualifications

• Outstanding organizational skills.
• Diligence and attention to detail.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and a friendly demeanor.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Physical stamina and high energy levels.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Ability to perform under stress.
• Excellent multitasking ability.
• Conflict management skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare venue by setting up before events and breaking down equipment.
• Provide audio visual equipment support as needed.
• Offer excellent customer service to guests.
• Ensure COVID-19 protocols are followed.
• Direct parking for larger events.
• Perform light custodial duties during events.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Physical stamina

Problem solving

Stress management

Multitasking

Conflict management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Get to Know Us

Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or are interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here

THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION

Salary Range: $15.00- $30.00 Hourly

Starting Pay: $16.00 Hourly

Get to Know Us

Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or are interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits

Job Summary

Baltimore City Department of Recreation and Parks is seeking several Community Aide/Event Staff to assist our Horticulture Division with logistical management of various private events such as weddings, conferences, and galas. The selected candidates will be on a list of event staff who will be notified when work is available and can select to work up to 25 hours per week. Evening and weekend hours will be required. They will be responsible for event set-up and break down. The Event Staff receives, disseminates, enforces rules, regulations and protocols of events as well as maintains, distributes and accounts for materials, equipment and supplies. Work may require moderate physical exertion. Incumbents receive general supervision from a technical superior. Work is performed where there is no exposure to uncomfortable working conditions. Work may require moderate physical exertion. Work may require standing for long periods of time in hot or cold environments, light physical activity, and lifting not to exceed 30lbs.

Essential Functions

• Prepare venue by setting up before and breaking down equipment after events.


• Provide audio visual equipment support as needed.


• Provide excellent customer service to guests.


• Ensure all COVID-19 protocols are followed.


• Direct parking for larger events.


• Perform light Custodial duties during events.


• Work under the instruction of the event manager.


• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Have graduated from an accredited high school or possession of a GED certificate.

AND

Experience: Must be 18 years of age

OR

Equivalency Notes: Have an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licenses, Registrations, and Certificates: Have a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver’s license or an equivalent driver’s license and be eligible to obtain a Baltimore City driver’s permit. PROVISIONAL DRIVER’S LICENSES ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE.

NOTE: YOU MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF YOUR VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE WITH THE APPLICATION AT THE TIME OF APPLYING.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Outstanding organizational skills


• Diligence and attention to detail


• Exceptional interpersonal skills and a friendly demeanor


• Excellent written and verbal communication


• Physical stamina and high energy levels


• Good problem-solving skills


• Ability to perform under stress.


• Excellent multitasking ability


• Conflict management skills

Additional Information

Background Check

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint screening, and must be successfully completed.

Probation

All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a 6-month mandatory probation.

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Requests for accommodation should not be attached to the application.

BALTIMORE CITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER