Event Associate

Position Description : The Event Assistant provides support to the Friends of the Rosamond Gifford Zoo Development Team. This energetic and organized individual assists with set-up, tear-down, event logistics and guest services to ensure smooth operations leading up to and on event days. Essential Job Functions: Exceptional and respectful customer service with donors, staff, vendors, volunteers and guests of the zoo. Support the Development Team in the planning and execution of fundraising and gate driver events at the Rosamond Gifford Zoo. Effectively handles questions from guests, vendors, and volunteers while representing the Friends of the Rosamond Gifford Zoo during events. Support event volunteers through set up and tear down operations, including set-up and removal of tables and chairs for events, as well as signage, games, and decorations. Assists with day-to-day event needs such as volunteer and vendor liaising, tabling opportunities, exhibit monitoring, and crowd control as well as set-up and clean up. Scans and sells tickets to event guests to ensure that only those who have purchased tickets are admitted. Promotes the zoo and its mission. Adheres to Zoo policies and protocols. Desired Training and Experience: Excellent organizational, oral and written communications skills. Excellent judgment and critical thinking skills. Skills / Knowledge Required: Ability to work autonomously, as well as with a team, to achieve established goals. Minimum Qualifications: Must have excellent interpersonal communication skills. Must thrive in a team environment. Must have the ability to ring in orders and settle checks on Point-of-Sale system. Must possess the ability to count money and make correct change. Ability to work safely in a fast-paced environment. A flexible work schedule to include evening hours, weekends and holidays as needed #J-18808-Ljbffr Friends of Rosamond