- Assists with set-up and clean-up of special events equipment including tables, chairs, tents, signage, and other equipment.
- Must be able and willing to drive a city vehicle
- Provides support to the events team and staff.
- Assists with the implementation of special events.
- Monitors events during weekend and evening hours.
- Assists with loading and unloading of equipment for events.
- Supports hands-on activities and programming at events.
- Helps maintain special events warehouse and inventory.
- Provides exemplary customer service when interacting with event attendees.
- Performs related tasks as required.
- Must possess a high school diploma, GED, or higher
- Must be able and willing to drive a city vehicle
- Must have state drivers license
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form; to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in or from standardized situations.
- Must be willing and able to work nights, weekends, and some holidays.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and the public.
- Ability to greet and communicate with the public in a courteous and professional manner.
-
Seasonal Special Events Support
2 weeks ago
City of Evanston, IL Evanston, United StatesDEPARTMENT: Parks & Recreation DIVISION: POSITION TITLE: Seasonal Special Event Support JOB TYPE: PAY GRADE/RANGE: $17.00 per hour FLSA STATUS: OPENING DATE: CLOSING DATE: *Starting salary is dependent upon qualifications, but in most cases is no higher than the midpoint for rang ...
-
Event Support Expert
1 week ago
Marriott International, Inc Schaumburg, United StatesAdditional Information Banquet Aide · Job Number · Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary · Location Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel, 1551 N. Thoreau Drive, Schaumburg, Illinois, United States VIEW ON MAP · Schedule Full-Time · Located Remotely? N · Relocation? ...
-
Event Support Expert
4 weeks ago
Marriott Schaumburg, United States**Additional Information** Banquet Housemen · **Job Number** · **Job Category** Food and Beverage & Culinary · **Location** Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel, 1551 N. Thoreau Drive, Schaumburg, Illinois, United States · **Schedule** Full-Time · **Located Remotely?** ...
-
Event Support Expert
1 week ago
Marriott International Inc Schaumburg, United StatesAdditional Information Banquet Aide · Job Number · Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary · Location Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel, 1551 N. Thoreau Drive, Schaumburg, Illinois, United States VIEW ON MAP · Schedule Full-Time · Located Remotely? N · Reloca ...
-
Event Support Expert
3 weeks ago
Marriott International Inc Schaumburg, United StatesJob Description · POSITION SUMMARY · Our jobs aren't just about setting up tables and chairs for our guests to use during a banquet or meeting. Instead, we want to create an atmosphere that is memorable and unique. Our Event Support Experts take the initiative and deliver a wide ...
-
Event Support Expert
9 hours ago
Marriott Schaumburg, United StatesMarriott Hotels N. Thoreau Drive [Event Planning] It's time to explore new opportunities - and with more than 6,000 properties globally - Marriott has opportunities abound Marriott gets to know thousands of people every day, but they want to know you. They are offering the opport ...
-
Event Support Expert
1 week ago
Marriott International Inc Schaumburg, United StatesAdditional Information Banquet AideJob Number Job Category Food and Beverage & CulinaryLocation Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel, 1551 N. Thoreau Drive, Schaumburg, Illinois, United States VIEW ON MAPSchedule Full-TimeLocated Remotely? NRelocation? NPosition Type No ...
-
Event Support Expert
1 week ago
Marriott International, Inc Schaumburg, United StatesJob Description · Additional Information Banquet Aide · Job Number · Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary · Location Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel, 1551 N. Thoreau Drive, Schaumburg, Illinois, United States VIEW ON MAP · Schedule Full-Time · Located Remotel ...
-
Electrical Engineer
1 week ago
Infinity Ventures Evanston, United StatesAbout the Company · We are a family-owned, medium-sized company based in Uttenweiler. With the help of 100 young and dynamic employees, the company develops, produces, and distributes control cabinets, cable assemblies, and testing equipment worldwide. · Due to our significant an ...
-
Coordinator, Event Support
3 days ago
KeHE Distributors, LLC Naperville, United StatesWhy Work for KeHE?: · - Full-time · - Pay Range: $20.40/Hr. - $29.00/Hr. · - Shift Days:, Shift Time: · - Benefits after 30 days · - Health/Rx · - Dental · - Vision · - Flexible and health spending accounts (FSA/HSA) · - Supplemental life insurance · - 401(k) · - Paid time off · ...
-
Clerk (m/f/x) Order Processing
1 week ago
Phoenix Industries Niles, United StatesShape more. · Grow together. · Bring your commercial knowledge and support our sales team. Work independently and inspire our customers. Together we will be successful – with diverse tasks, a strong team, and your whole personality. · To support our team, we are looking for a ded ...
-
Meeting Planner
1 week ago
Rotary Evanston, United StatesYou Are Good At · Project Management and organization · Working on multiple projects simultaneously · Customer Service Orientation · Written and oral communication · Attention to detail · You Are Open To International Travel · You Will Be Responsible For Provides planning and ...
-
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
3 days ago
North Shore Pediatric Therapy Evanston, IL, United States Part timeStep into a fulfilling role with our team as a pediatric Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Here, we're all about blending exceptional care for our clients with fantastic opportunities for your professional growth. Imagine a workweek where you connect with 6-9 amazing childr ...
-
Assistant Director of Diversity and Inclusion
2 weeks ago
Northwestern University Evanston, United StatesJob Summary: · Reporting to the Director of Diversity and Inclusion, the Assistant Director of Diversity and Inclusion in The Graduate School (TGS) Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) plays a key role in the development, implementation, and administration of diversity and inc ...
-
International Student Advisor
3 weeks ago
City Staffing Evanston, United StatesThis is a long term temporary, hybrid role (expected to last three months) in Evanston, IL. · Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:45am-5:00pm (w/45 minute unpaid lunch break) · Pay Rate: $25-$29 per hour DOE · Our client, a prestigioius university in Evanston, is looking for an Int ...
-
Director of Broadcast Operations and Live Events
12 hours ago
Northwestern University Evanston, United StatesJob Summary: · The Director of Broadcast Operations and Live Events serves an integral role within Northwestern Athletics to establish and implement a strategic plan for live video production to promote the University Athletics brand. This role reports up through the Sr. Associa ...
-
Program Coordinator
1 week ago
Northwestern University Evanston, United StatesJob Summary: · A center for global excellence in undergraduate and graduate education and research, Northwestern's Department of Chemistry seeks a self-directed administrative professional to help support its mission. The Program Coordinator supports the research operations for a ...
-
Director of Enrollment
4 weeks ago
Roycemore School Evanston, United StatesRoycemore School is a highly regarded, coeducational independent school for students from 3 years old through 12th grade. Located in Evanston, Illinois, on the north side of Chicago. Roycemore is a diverse and intimate community, rooted in academic excellence, that inspires each ...
-
Northwestern University Evanston, United StatesJob Summary: · Serving as the Office Manager for Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), this position provides oversight of the day-to-day reception operations of the department across three locations. This includes direct supervision (includes overseeing recruitment effor ...
-
Residential Services Manager
1 week ago
YWCA Evanston North Shore Evanston, United States:The Residential Services Manager maintains a well-functioning, supportive, and compassionate residential environment for survivors of domestic violence living in emergency shelter or long-term housing. This position coordinates the daily operations of the YWCA emergency shelter ...
Seasonal Special Events Support - Evanston, United States - City of Evanston
Description
Position Type:Parks, Recreation & Community Services - Seasonal
Date Posted:
4/29/2024
Location:
Civic CenterDEPARTMENT:
Parks & Recreation
DIVISION:
POSITION TITLE:
Seasonal Special Event Support
JOB TYPE:
PAY GRADE/RANGE:
$17.00 per hour
FLSA STATUS:
OPENING DATE:
CLOSING DATE:
*Starting salary is dependent upon qualifications, but in most cases is no higher than the midpoint for range.
Scheduled Hours: March - December. The work schedule will vary depending on the event's needs but may include evenings, weekends, and some holidays.
Must be able to work Tuesday Concerts and Saturday Movie Nights. Example schedule: 3:45pm - 9pm. Schedule subject to change.
NATURE OF WORK:
Under the direction of the Parks and Recreation Special Events Coordinator, this position is responsible for assisting and supporting special events including, concerts, runs, art programs, festivals, holidays events, community events, and other programming.
We are seeking candidates who are enthusiastic about events and outdoor programming to join our team. Events and day-to-day activities are constantly evolving allowing for creative thinking and on-the-fly decision making. Applicants seeking to grow experience in parks and recreation and/or special events are encouraged to apply. Events take place at locations around Evanston, candidate must have reliable transportation to areas of Evanston.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Specific assignment will include some or all of the following):
Work is performed both inside and outside with possible exposure to extreme temperatures. Work may require frequent walking and standing.
Ability to work in confined spaces and to work safely around operating equipment.
Ability to drive a city vehicle, including but not limited to, cars, vans, pick-up trucks with and without trailer attachment, and golf carts.
Ability to exert up to 75 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly in order to move objects
Ability to work outdoors, occasionally, in a variety of weather conditions such as extreme cold, high winds, rain, snow, sleet, high temperatures and humidity.
Ability to perform heavy manual labor including, but not limited to, lifting heavy objects, climbing, sitting or standing for long periods of time; bend, crawl, identify or distinguish colors, recognize depth of objects, focus on small or distant objects, talk and hear.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
SUPERVISION:
Work is performed under the general direction/supervision of the Special Events Coordinator or designee. The employee receives daily projects and assignments which will vary from season to season and day to day. Assignments can be either verbal, written or through email, phone call or text message with the employee determining proper procedure and work methods and is responsible for completing the work according to City work rules and safety regulations. Work is reviewed through ongoing observation, written and verbal communication, meetings, and feedback from supervisors and other department employees. Guidance is provided through rules and regulations, policies and procedures, Unified Work Rules, Union Contract, Personnel Rules and OSHA. Work is evaluated at least annually for the safe and skilled operation of equipment, quality of tasks, adherence to work rules, and performance in accordance with classification standards.
PUBLIC CONTACT:
The employee has regular contact with the general public as well as other City employees to answer general questions, set up events, and describe general maintenance issues. The employee may need to respond to questions and complaints and provide general direction to the public; the employee has regular contact with other City employees to share information and complete work assignments and programming initiatives.
SELECTION METHOD
TYPE OF ELIGIBILITY LIST
LIFE OF ELIGIBILITY LIST
Structured Oral Interview
To apply for this position, please apply online at on or before the closing date. Only online applications will be considered.
Chosen candidates will be required to provide proof of licenses, certifications, and education required for this position. Candidates will also be subject to qualifying pre-employment processes, including medical examination, drug/alcohol screen, employment verification, and criminal background check.
The City of Evanston is an equal opportunity employer and ensures against discrimination in employment on the basis of a person's race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military discharge status, source of income, housing status, or gender identity. The City of Evanston is also committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. Any person needing mobility or communications access assistance should contact Human Resources at voice) or TTY).
