Overnight Event Safety & Security Crew

ArtsQuest; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

ArtsQuest is seeking an overnight Event Staff member to protect the Christkindlmarkt site, equipment, and crews from early November through December 2026. Potential to remain seasonally for 2027 daytime and overnight shifts. Primarily supporting Christkindlmarkt, Musikfest, and Oktoberfest.

Role requires alertness, outdoor work in all weather, and strong communication, with a PA background check and clearance. Valid driver’s license and reliable transport are required for shift coverage.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Must be friendly, personable and have excellent communication skills.
• Must be a team player and be able to work well with others; previous customer service experience preferred (at least 1 year); must have strong people skills, including diplomacy and empathy.
• Ability to multi-task, detail-oriented, and able to problem solve to effectively deal with internal and external customers, occasionally under stressful conditions.
• Read, write, speak and understand the English language at a level adequate to perform the job; bi-lingual in Spanish or Asian dialect a plus
• Ability to satisfactorily complete a PA Criminal History Check and PA Child Abuse Clearance

Responsibilities

• Monitor and protect all property, equipment, and staff in designated event sites; prevent harm, damage, and loss of property
• Enforce public access restrictions to designated areas
• Document the arrival and departures of approved overnight work crews/employees
• Communicate any suspicious behavior or activities to Supervisors and/or Emergency Services (Police/Fire/EMS)
• Assist with loss prevention in the event of a weather emergency. May be asked to clear rain water (summer) or snow (winter) from pop-up or pole tents, spread ice melt, and activate and monitor tent heaters.
• May be asked to assist with light-duty trash clean-up on rare occasions

Skills

18+ age

Valid driver’s license

Customer service

Team player

Bilingual a plus

Communication skills

Ability to work overnight

Diplomacy and empathy

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

ArtsQuest is seeking an overnight Event Staff member to protect the Christkindlmarkt site, equipment, and crews from early November through December 2026. Potential to remain seasonally for 2027 daytime and overnight shifts. Primarily supporting Christkindlmarkt, Musikfest, and Oktoberfest.

Role requires alertness, outdoor work in all weather, and strong communication, with a PA background check and clearance. Valid driver’s license and reliable transport are required for shift coverage.