Special Events Staff

Salary: $12.75 - $16.00 Hourly
Location : Shoreview, MN
Job Type: Associate
Job Number: 2026.66
Department: Parks & Rec Dept - Youth Programs
Opening Date: 09/14/2026


DESCRIPTION
We are looking for energetic, dependable, and friendly special event staff to help create fun and memorable experiences for our guests. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with people, staying active, and being part of a team in a fast-paced event environment.
Special event staff will assist with on-site event setup and cleanup, lead and facilitate activities, interact with guests, and help ensure each event runs smoothly. Events are held at various locations and include evenings and weekends. The event schedule various throughout the season, providing flexible opportunities.
We host 20+ special events throughout the year, offering a fun and diverse range of opportunities for our event staff. Events include farmers market, new year's eve party, sweetheart dance, concerts, boo bash and many other community and special events.

DUTIES INCLUDE

• Assist with setting up and taking down event equipment, decor, activities and supplies.
• Help create a welcoming, organized and engaging event environment for guests.
• Lead and facilitate games, activities and other event experiences.
• Interact positively and professionally with children, families, and other event guests.
• Monitor activities and help maintain a safe, fun and enjoyable environment.
• Assist with troubleshooting and addressing unexpected event needs.
• Help keep event areas clean, organized and presentable throughout the event.
• Work collaboratively with other event staff and follow directions from event coordinator and supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Friendly, outgoing and comfortable interacting with people of all ages.
• Customer service and teamwork skills.
• Able to take direction and work independently when needed.
• Must be comfortable with physical tasks such as lifting, carrying, setting up and breaking down event equipment. Must be able to lift and move 30 pounds.
• Must be at least 16 years old

OTHER
Hours and shifts vary depending on the event schedule.
*** FREE Community Center Membership! ***
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in various indoor and outdoor event settings and involves frequent interaction with the public. Employees may work evenings, weekends, and holidays and may be exposed to varying weather conditions. The position requires standing, walking, assisting with event setup and cleanup, and frequently lifting and carrying equipment and supplies weighing 20-30 pounds.
The City of Shoreview is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a


culturally diverse workforce and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations are offered to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Associate employees enjoy a free membership to the Community Center, free parking, direct deposit (required) and uniforms (where applicable).
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Please assist us in evaluating your skills and abilities by completing this supplemental questionnaire. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from the information included within the application?

• Yes
• No

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Are you at least 16 years old?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered No to the above question, when will you be 16 years old?
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Are you able to lift and move 30 pounds?

• Yes
• No

Required Question