Rental Attendant for Special Events - Part Time

Bgparks; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Buffalo Grove Fitness Center

Job summary

Bgparks is seeking a part-time Rental Attendant in Buffalo Grove to assist with Special Event and Amphitheater bookings. The role requires on-site presence, coordination of rentals, setup of spaces, and ensuring safety and cleanliness for guests.

You will greet visitors, enforce rules, and serve as the primary contact during events, handling questions and coordinating with staff as needed. A high school diploma is required, with experience in event operations preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Experience in event planning, coordination, or special event operations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Secure facilities on opening/closing (lights, doors, gates).
• Stay on-site as primary renter contact and address questions promptly.
• Enforce rules and proper facility usage.
• Greet visitors and provide information.
• Perform basic custodial duties for spaces and bathrooms.
• Set up rental spaces (tables and chairs) per floor plan.
• Check and restock supplies (bathrooms, first aid).
• Ensure trash is properly sorted and disposed.
• Complete facility checklist to determine deposit return.
• Notify supervisor of issues affecting next rental.
• Complete incident/accident reports as needed.
• Know and follow emergency procedures; assist during emergencies.
• Perform other park district duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Event coordination

Emergency procedures

Facility operations

Setup and layout

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Summary:

A Rental Attendant is a part-time position whose main responsibility is to provide on-site assistance during Special Event bookings or Amphitheater bookings.

Essential Functions:

1. Secure District facilities upon opening or closing, including but not limited to lights, doors, securing park gates, etc.
2. Remain on-site during rental events as the primary contact for renters, ensuring questions, concerns, and facility-related needs are addressed promptly.
3. Enforce rules and proper usage of facilities.
4. Greet all visitors courteously, attend to their needs, and provide them with appropriate information.
5. Perform basic custodial duties to maintain rental/program space and bathrooms for public and rental use.
6. Perform setup of rental space, including but not limited to tables and chairs, as depicted by floor plan.
7. Check and restock supplies, as needed, including bathrooms and first aid kits.
8. Ensure all trash is in the correct receptacles at the end of the rental.
9. Complete the applicable facility checklist at the end of the rental to determine if the deposit should be returned.
10. Notify the immediate Supervisor immediately if there is a concern that could affect the facility or next rental.
11. Responsible for completing Incident/Accident Reports, as needed.
12. Know and follow emergency action procedures; assist others in emergency situations.
13. Perform other Park District related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma

An individual with knowledge and experience in event planning, coordination, or special event operations, gained through education, work experience, or the successful implementation of events in other organizations. Must enjoy working with the public and have a commitment to delivering high-quality events and programs.

Salary

$17-$22/hrper hour depending on qualifications

Benefits

Employees who work 8 or more hours per week receive a complimentary Buffalo Grove Fitness Center membership.