Special Events Team Member

Performs responsible work for the Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources Department working with the general public, assisting the recreation staff at events, programs, and concerts, assisting with the maintenance and safety of parks and/or community center, and other related activities as required. Work is performed under the daily supervision of and reports to the Special Events Supervisor or Special Events Assistant, and is evaluated through observation and inspection to determine the thoroughness in carrying out assigned duties.

Position usually works one event per month, but could be up to three. Hours may vary depending on event (days and evenings).

Position average 6-10 hours per month, with a possibility of more during Matthews Alive Festival and the month of December.

Pay: $15 per hour

• General knowledge of one or more phases of community recreation events and activities.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Skill in customer service excellence.
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and the public and disseminate accurate information, both orally and in writing.

• Ability to provide leadership for group recreation and event participants.
• Ability to prepare reports.
• Ability to use instruments, tools, or other equipment used in recreation and event programs.
• Ability to operate a personal computer, including a knowledge of applicable software packages.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of staff, program participants, and the general public.

• Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
• Must be able to perform medium-level work exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally; 20 pounds of force frequently; and 10 pounds constantly, in various lifting positions, such as overhead, chest height, and more.
• Must possess the visual acuity to operate office and building equipment such as the telephone, copy machine, security systems, heating and air-conditioning systems, and other equipment.

Prefer any combination of education equivalent to some coursework from high school and some experience in recreational programming, event planning, project management, or related field.

• First Aid/CPR Certification required or the ability to obtain certification within 6 months of employment.

• May require possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license. 

• Required to pass a background check and drug screening.

All job requirements are subject to possible revision to reflect changes in the position requirements or to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

The Town is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Town of Matthews provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws in all terms and conditions of employment.

The Town of Matthews is an at-will employer.