PT Special Events Assistant - Greenville, United States - City of Greenville, NC

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    Salary:
    $ $16.00 HourlyLocation : Greenville, NC

    Job Type:
    Regular Part-Time

    Job Number:
    PT032024Department: Recreation and Parks
    Opening Date: 03/25/2024

    Closing Date:
    ContinuousJob Summary The City of Greenville runs various Special Events throughout the year.

    We are looking for individuals who would like to join the Special Events Support Staff to assist with pre-event, on-site, and event execution.

    This position requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, creative thinking, a passion for events, and the ability to create a high-quality experience for attendees.


    Note:
    Hours will vary based on event needs. Nights, weekends, and some holidays are required.

    Examples of Duties Operational support for on-site and off-site events, including but not limited to set-up, breakdown, program facilitation, event management, inventory management, parking facilitation, and other duties assigned;Event set-up can include tables, chairs, tents, ladders, canopies, decorations, lights, sound equipment, electrical equipment, audio/visual equipment, and other select equipment as needed.

    Will provide training on any specialized equipment;Office work includes but is not limited to answering and returning phone calls, follow-up with inquiries, computer data entry, and assistance with correspondence and event files;Must be able to speak effectively before groups and with high-level donors and interact constructively and well with others;Candidates will serve in various roles and different capacities during multiple events;Ensure the cleanliness, organization, and accurate inventory of Special Event resources, spaces, and equipment;Interact with guests during events, including the possibility of running activities or information stations;Provide quality customer service while interacting with private partners and citizens.

    Will be responsible for the organization, upkeep, and preparation of equipment and supplies;Additional responsibilities include crowd management, first-aid, and other job-related duties assigned.


    Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience:
    High School diploma or equivalent and ability to work with the public; ANDMinimum age of 18 years old

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

    Skilled in:
    basic office skills, record keeping, and organization skills.effective verbal and written communication.


    Ability to:


    work as part of a with customers of all ages and with sound equipment or audio/visual oral and written successfully with supervisory and lead deadlines.

    Special Requirements Must currently possess a valid driver's license (


    Note:
    A valid driver's license is a current driver's license that is not revoked, suspended, or subject to limited restoration or conditional operation privileges).

    Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action EmployerRegular part-time, temporary, and seasonal employees are not eligible for benefits.01 Do you have a high school diploma or GED? Yes No 02 Are you at least 18 years old? Yes No 03 Do you have a valid driver's license issued by N.C.

    or another state? (


    Note:
    a valid driver's license is a currentdriver's license that is not revoked, suspended, or subject to limited restoration or conditional operation privileges.) Yes No 04 This position requires that you be able to work rotating shifts.

    Are you willing and able to work a variety of shifts:
    days, evenings, weekends, and holidays? Yes No 05 This position requires proficiency with Microsoft Word.

    Which best describes your level of proficiency with Microsoft Word? No experience Beginner (ex:
    create/format/print documents, spell check)

    Intermediate (ex:
    create tables, charts, headers/footers)

    Advanced (ex:
    create forms, templates, mail merge, macros) 06 This position requires proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

    Which best describes your level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel? No experience Beginner (ex:
    create basic spreadsheets and formulas)

    Intermediate (ex:
    create/manage multiple spreadsheets, create formulas using functions)

    Advanced (ex:
    create/edit macros, create PivotTable and PivotChart) Required Question