Special Events Staff (Part-Time)

Special Events Staffer

Join the team behind the city's most memorable events. Love being part of the action? Enjoy working outdoors, staying active, and helping bring community events to life? This could be your backstage pass.

The City of Suwanee is looking for a dependable, hands-on Special Events Staffer to help make our events and public spaces shine. From concerts and festivals to community gatherings, you'll play a key role in creating experiences that residents and visitors won't forget. This position works exclusively Suwanee event shifts and can expect to be scheduled for approximately 1020 events per year, though this is an estimate and subject to change.

What you'll do

No two days look exactly the sameand that's part of the fun. In this role, you'll:

• Help set up and break down city events, including tents, staging, barricades, sound equipment, tables, chairs, and more
• Keep parks and facilities clean, safe, and guest-ready
• Perform light maintenance (think changing bulbs, minor repairs, unclogging drains)
• Install banners, signage, and event dcor
• Operate equipment like golf carts, ATVs, and light-duty trucks
• Support event location setups and city facility needs
• Keep an eye on park activity and report any concerns
• Pitch in wherever needed to ensure events run smoothly

What it takes to succeed

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys staying active, working outdoors, and being part of a team.

You'll thrive here if you:

• Don't mind getting your hands dirty and working in all kinds of weather
• Can lift, carry, and move equipment (sometimes heavy!)
• Are comfortable using tools, equipment, and light vehicles
• Communicate well with teammates and the public
• Take pride in keeping spaces clean, safe, and welcoming

Qualifications

• Some high school education required
• Experience supporting events, facilities, or similar work is a plus
• Valid (or ability to obtain) Georgia driver's license

Work environment

• Primarily outdoors, including hot summers and occasional cold or inclement weather
• Physically active role involving lifting, walking, climbing, and equipment operation
• Exposure to typical outdoor and maintenance conditions (dust, noise, machinery)

A few additional notes

• This position is non-exempt (hourly)
• Subject to the city's drug and alcohol screening policies
• The City of Suwanee is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

Why join us?

At the City of Suwanee, you're not just setting up eventsyou're helping create the moments that bring a community together. If you enjoy teamwork, variety, and seeing the direct impact of your work, you'll fit right in.

Ready to join the fun? Let's make it official!

The City of Suwanee is proud to be a Drug-Free Workplace, an Equal Opportunity Employer, and a participant in E-Verifybecause fairness, safety, and integrity matter here.