Special Events Staff

Special Events Staff

Description

The Special Events Staff position assists with event setup, event operations, and park maintenance activities at parks and facilities throughout the district. Responsibilities include event setup and breakdown, site preparation and cleanup, moving equipment and barricades, assisting with day-of event operations, and providing customer service to event attendees. This position also supports general park and facility maintenance activities such as litter collection, restroom cleaning, basic landscaping, and minor repairs while working closely with staff, volunteers, vendors, artists, and patrons.

The district is currently hiring for one (1) Events Staff position.

Pay

$23.32 - $24.79 per hour

The hiring range for this position is $23.32 to $24.79 per hour, based on experience and internal equity. The full hourly range for this job classification is $23.32 to $26.29 per hour. Staff may be eligible for a merit increase at the end of September.

Appointments within the salary range are determined through a pay equity analysis of bona fide factors in accordance with Oregon's Equal Pay Act.

Schedule

This position works approximately 20–25 hours per week. Hours vary based on event and program needs and may include:

• Evenings
• Weekends
• Holidays
• Split shifts
• Double shifts

Part-time employees may work variable schedules of up to 1,560 hours annually.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Special events take place year-round, with increased activity from May through September at parks and facilities throughout the district.

Candidates should be prepared to:

• Work outdoors in varying weather and environmental conditions
• Work on uneven terrain and around event equipment
• Lift, carry, move, push, pull, and drag materials weighing up to 60 pounds
• Bend, kneel, crouch, and reach regularly
• Operate District vehicles and related equipment
• Tow trailers as part of assigned duties

Qualifications and Requirements

Any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Valid Driver's License and acceptable driving record required
• Experience working in park or landscape maintenance or event logistics preferred
• Experience in event production desired

Application Review

The hiring team reviews applications as they are received, considering suitability for the role. Strong candidates will be contacted directly by hiring officials to discuss next steps. This posting will remain open until the position has been filled.

Please be sure to fully answer the application's supplemental questions to ensure our hiring managers can appropriately evaluate your qualifications. To reduce barriers to entry, THPRD evaluates an applicant's work history and responses to supplemental questions rather than requiring cover letters and resumes. Appointments on the salary range are made based upon a pay equity analysis of bona fide factors per Oregon's Equal Pay Act.

Accommodations

THPRD is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, THPRD will ensure that people experiencing disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io.