BRIEF DESCRIPTION:

Howard County Recreation and Parks operates several historical rental facilities in Howard County. This position performs intermediate level recreation services work ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the historic facility and park property during evening/weekend events. This position will assist in providing customer service and support for rental and special events. Events may include weddings, parties, retreats, meetings, programs and a variety of other social occasions. Historic Facility Weekend Assistants assist in the coordination of rental events with other staff, assist and guide event vendors and caterers, provide good customer service to rental clients; ensure that all historic site rules & regulations are followed; troubleshoot issues with vendors and guests; coordinate and help solve any maintenance issues during the course of events; assist with parking, work closely with park staff, assist event vendors and partners to ensure that event logistics are addressed successfully; work in all types of weather both outside on the grounds and inside historic buildings; respond to emergencies; may interact with Park Rangers or County Police, Fire Dept.; makes sure events are both safe and successful for the duration of the event.

Staffs historic facility or park during events, programs and rentals

Coordinates rental events with other facility and park staff during evenings/weekends, as needed

Event rentals typically occur on Fridays, Saturdays and/or Sundays

Ability to work 1-2 evenings/weekend nights during busy season April-Novembera

Makes sure facility and grounds are clean, safe and set up for event

Performs opening and closing duties as assigned

Greets and guides renters, guests and vendors to where they need to go upon arrival

Communicates set up, access to electricity and kitchen, transporting of equipment, parking, and other policies to vendors upon arrival

Monitors activities throughout the entirety of an event, both inside and on the grounds

Ensures all rules & regulations for facility and park are followed and enforced

Uses good judgment when troubleshooting maintenance and safety issues throughout the event

Is accessible throughout a rental event so that staff can be easily reached for questions or emergencies

Monitors cleanliness of facility and grounds throughout event

May assist with set up and take down of equipment, tables, and chairs

Checks supplies and re-stocks where necessary

Works with other staff and vendors and communicates as a team with renters

Monitors participants for safety and proper use of equipment

Documents safety hazards, violations and any damage to the site for further action by management.

Conducts regular safety and maintenance checks

Communicates clearly and courteously with the public and coworkers

Is trained in the use of the AED, CPR & First Aid (can be accomplished after hiring)

Performs other duties as assigned to ensure the smooth operations of the facility and grounds

Responsible for identifying and applying good sustainability practices into all aspects of Department operationsQUALIFICATIONS:

Must have basic knowledge of customer service, event management, facility oversight

Must have experience working with events or catered functions and working with the public

Requires evening/weekend hours to manage and monitor contracted events

Possess good communication skills

Attention to details and the ability to problem solve and prioritize

Possess good time management skills

Be flexible, reliable, responsible and enjoy working with the general public

Must be able to lift 40 pounds

Must be at least 18 years of age

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RATE OF PAY:

Contingent - Paraprofessional - starting salary $15.00-17.00 / hour. Salary commensurate with experience. Position is 10 -25 hrs. per week depending on event schedule

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