Special Events Parker

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission; Landover (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Seasonal/Part-time

Job summary

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George's County is seeking qualified candidates to serve as Event Parkers at the Prince George's Sports and Learning Complex in Landover, Maryland. This outdoor position directs vehicles, manages parking operations, assists guests, and maintains safety in the facility parking areas.

Hires will work seasonal/part-time shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with an hourly

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with the public and staff.
• Ability to communicate instructions clearly and professionally.
• Experience in security or crowd management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Directs and monitors parking and event areas.
• Enforces safety rules for outdoor events and parking.
• Assists guests and provides information about the complex.
• Works scheduled shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Attends trainings and meetings as required.
• Secures parking areas with signage and barriers; may lift up to 25 lbs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Public interaction

Stand for long periods

Work in all weather

Flexible shifts

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George's County is seeking qualified candidates to serve as Event Parkers at the Prince George's Sports and Learning Complex – Landover, Maryland. This is an outdoor based position and requires staff to direct vehicles, manage parking operations, assist guests, and maintain safety throughout the facility parking lot grounds. Employees must be comfortable working in all weather conditions and standing, walking, and moving throughout large parking areas for extended periods of time.

Event Parkers

Event Parkers - $20.50 - $23.00/hour

Example of Important Job Duties

• Enforces all rules and regulations as they relate to program and event rental safety outside.
• Completes daily duties, including safety checks and oversight of parking and or event/program areas.

Other Duties

• Directs and monitor general public upon arrival along with providing general information pertaining to the complex and scheduled programs/events as needed.
• Availability to work scheduled shifts including but not limited to nights, weekends and holidays.
• Attends meetings, and all other required trainings.
• Secure parking areas to include locking gates, setting up signage, traffic cones and barricades.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs.
• Performs other related work duties and/or special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Candidates must be at least 18 years of age, have High School diploma or GED, some college or trade, education/technical training, and/or related experience within one of the outlined technical disciplines required.
• Complete an online application via this job posting.

Candidates will interview with Events Management team members. Employment is based on successful completion of the required interview and hiring process. Must commit to working for the Department of Parks and Recreation for a 1 year timeframe.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

• Must have strong interpersonal skills and work well with the public and other staff.
• Communicates instructions in a professional and enthusiastic manner.
• Ability to establish a positive rapport by using tact and discretion with participants, and attendees.
• Must display a high degree of emotional maturity while keeping difficult situations in proper perspective.
• Deal effectively with the public.
• Must be able to process information quickly and accurately.
• Must be able to work independently and collaboratively

Work schedule will be determined by event rental, facility scheduling and program offering needs. Qualified candidates will work with a diverse type of rental event clientele including seniors, youth, teens, and adult populations. Participating in various events/programs such as; athletics, job fairs, expos, and community based programs.

Candidate must be able to work in all types of weather, such as: rain, snow, heat and cold temperatures, primary work location is outside. Also, candidate must be able to stand for long periods of time.

May be subject to drug and alcohol testing.

Supplemental Information

• This position is seasonal/part-time and does not include a benefit package.
• Based on experience. This position pays at a rate of $20.50 - $23.00/hour.
• Must complete and clear a criminal background investigation prior to hire

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non- merit factor.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodation or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411. (Maryland Relay 7-1-1) M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.