Specialist, Event Services, Part-time, Temporary

Location: Palos Verdes Peninsula

South Coast Botanic Garden’s mission is to connect ALL to the wonders of nature and create offbeat experiences that inspire stewardship and sustainability. The 87-acre destination is an oasis of curated gardens and natural landscapes built atop a reclaimed landfill, serving as a powerful example of environmental renewal.

From the Dorothy and John Bohannon Rose Garden to the Dorothy and Allen Lay Staghorn Fern Collection and immersive seasonal exhibits, the Garden offers guests unique opportunities to engage with nature. With continued growth and exciting new developments ahead, this is an exciting time to join a dynamic and evolving organization.

South Coast Botanic Garden fosters a workplace culture where strategic focus and cultural health go hand in hand. Team members are collaborative, adaptable, and committed to supporting the Garden’s mission and guest experience.

POSITION TITLESpecialist, Event Services REPORTING RELATIONSHIP Reports to Manager, Event Services POSITION SUMMARY: The Event Services Specialist supports the setup, breakdown, transportation, cleaning, organization, storage, and routine maintenance of Garden-owned event and operational equipment. This position helps prepare event spaces, support daily operations, and deliver exceptional guest experiences.

This active, hands-on role involves physical work for most of each shift and is performed primarily outdoors in varying weather conditions. Responsibilities include moving equipment, preparing and converting event spaces, transporting materials throughout the property, and maintaining clean and organized work and storage areas.

Under the direction of the Manager, Event Services, the Specialist also monitors assigned areas during public and private events and special projects, identifies operational or safety concerns, and communicates issues to the appropriate supervisor. Success requires reliability, flexibility, teamwork, and attention to detail.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Event Support & Logistics Move, transport, load, unload, and stage event equipment throughout the Garden.

Set up and break down tables, chairs, umbrellas, tents, fencing, signage, lighting, décor, staging elements, and other event-related equipment.

Prepare event and program spaces according to established layouts and operational standards.

Perform room flips and venue conversions efficiently and safely.

Clean event spaces before, during, and after events.

Support exhibit installations, rentals, public programs, and organizational initiatives.

Ensure all event spaces are clean, organized, safe, and guest-ready.

Equipment Care Transport, organize, store, clean, and perform routine care of operational and event equipment.

Load and unload equipment from storage areas and utility vehicles.

Return equipment to designated storage locations while maintaining organization and accountability.

Maintain clean, safe, and organized storage spaces.

Inspect equipment before use, report damage or repair needs, and remove unsafe equipment from use in accordance with Garden procedures.

Assist with inventory counts, asset tracking, and equipment audits.

Operational Support Provide operational support to departments across the organization.

Respond to operational requests as directed by leadership.

Assist with daily facility readiness and grounds preparation.

Identify operational challenges, address routine issues within assigned responsibilities, and refer concerns requiring additional support to the appropriate supervisor.

Assist with maintaining a clean, organized, and welcoming Garden environment.

Special Projects Support exhibit load-ins and load-outs, film shoots, and other special operational projects as assigned.

Monitor assigned areas during events and special projects,…