P/T Special Event Aide

Safety-Sensitive Special Events Assistant

This classification is a safety-sensitive position as defined by the United States Department of Transportation drug and alcohol testing regulations and/or the Oklahoma Standards for Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Act. As a safety-sensitive classification, you will be subject to drug and alcohol testing, including random testing. Marijuana is one of the substances included in the drug panel screening. Possession of a medical marijuana certification will not excuse you from the testing process, or the consequences of testing positive for marijuana.

General Purpose: This position is a part-time position with the main responsibility of assisting the full-time staff with duties assigned on a daily shift, which will change from day to day. This position helps keep the special event planning and implementation process running smoothly. Responsibilities include continually managing and organizing equipment storage areas, posting banners and flyers around town, loading and unloading event equipment, going to the store to purchase supplies, setting up and tearing down equipment at event, and helping run events. This is not a desk or office job. It is an active position, moving and driving throughout the city ensuring our events are set up for success.

Examples of Duties

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Must possess great people skills, work well with all ages, and deliver great customer service. Perform janitorial duties as needed on a daily basis. Maintain and restock supplies and keep vehicles tidy. Help with set-up of tables, chairs, sound equipment, tents, event props, and other event equipment. Assist supervisors with various clerical duties inside, such as folding flyers, prepping documents to be mailed, and organizing equipment. Must be responsible, mature, energetic, and able to get along with different personalities. Maintain order in a fast-paced environment. Operate city vehicles including suburban's, ATV's, golf carts, trucks, and cargo trailers. Applicant must be able to work on a team and be willing to take direction. Maintains current knowledge of departmental operations and procedures. All staff are required to work events to aid in the overall goals of the department. This is not an all-inclusive list of Essential Duties and Responsibilities, and all staff will be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: 18 years of age or older Must have good interpersonal relationship skills. Must be self-motivated and be able to work as part of a team. Ability and willingness to assume responsibility for work performed. Preferred Qualifications: Strong organizational skills, detail oriented, independent worker, team player, and a self-motivator. Previous experience in special events and knowledge of relevant planning. However, training will be provided for the right candidate.

Supplemental Information

Physical and Working Conditions: While performing the duties of the position, an employee must: Be in good physical condition. Be able to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods. Climb, balance, stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, crawl, and reach with hands and arms. Talk and hear both in person from close and long distances and by phone. Use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate equipment. Regularly lifts, pushes, or pulls equipment over 50 pounds. Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision, distance vision, use of both eyes, ability to distinguish basic colors and shapes; depth perception, peripheral vision, and adjust focus. Employee will regularly work under outdoor weather conditions, and is routinely exposed to the sun, and may be exposed to extreme heat and cold; and work on uneven and/or slippery surfaces. Must be able to assist in the setup, execution, and teardown of events.