TGIF Concert Crew - Crew Member; Part Time

Carlsbad - The Community

The City of Carlsbad is ideally situated in north San Diego County where a great climate, beautiful beaches and lagoons, and abundant natural open space combine with world-class resorts, family attractions, well planned neighborhoods, excellent schools, and a charming village atmosphere to create the ideal California experience. Covering nearly 40 square miles, the City of Carlsbad is currently home to about 115,000 residents.

The city sets the standard for high-quality local government services and is home to corporate headquarters in technology, life sciences and action sports, supported by a thriving tourism market and nearly 40 percent preserved open space. Thanks to an award‑winning growth management plan, the city's infrastructure and services keep pace with development and promote an excellent quality of life.

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Since 1987, Carlsbad has been home to TGIF Concerts in the Parks. Originally called “Jazz in the Parks,” TGIF has grown into a highly anticipated and beloved concert series. For nine weeks, in June, July & August, FREE community concerts attract approximately 3,000 – 4,000 friends, families and neighbors to listen to music in city parks. TGIF bears the distinction of being one of the oldest, on-going, municipally run events in San Diego County.

In 2023, TGIF was voted the #4 best summer concerts series in the nation, as voted on in a USA TODAY Readers Poll.

Under the direction of the Cultural Arts Programs & Venue Coordinator and Cultural Arts administrative staff, successful candidates will work as part of a team to turn community park baseball fields into concert venues, and back again in one day, for nine Fridays from June 19 to August 21, 2026.

This part‑time position offers three shifts – A.M., P.M., All‑Day preferred.

• 8:30 A.M. to 3:30 P.M.
• 4:00 P.M. to 11:00 P.M.

Thursday, June 18, 2026. 2 P.M. to 4 P.M.

Stagecoach Community Park
3420 Camino De Los Coches
June 19, 26. July 10, 17.
8:30 A.M. – 11 P.M.

Calavera Hills Community Park
2997 Glasgow Drive
July 24, 31. Aug 7.
8:30 A.M. – 11 P.M.

Alga Norte Community Park
6565 Alicante Road
Aug. 14, 21.
8:30 A.M. – 11 P.M.

• Move TGIF supplies & equipment to and from storage containers to concert site.
• Assist with stage & dance floor setup and breakdown.
• Maintain cleanliness of concert area.
• Address patron concerns, should they arise.
• Report suspicious activity to site supervisor, and or law enforcement.

• Be at least 17 years of age as of June 15, 2026.
• Have reliable transportation.
• Be available to work one of three shifts offered – All‑day preferred.
• Demonstrate good communication skills.
• Be comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment.
• Meet the cleanliness and dress code standards set by City of Carlsbad.
• As conditions of employment, the City of Carlsbad verifies eligibility to work in the United States and conducts a Department of Justice Live Scan fingerprint report.

• Must be able to lift 50-75 pounds.
• Long periods of standing, sitting, and walking.
• Travel to different sites and locations.

• This position requires working outdoors.
• The position requires exposure to loud noise levels for up to two-hour durations.
• Exposure to flashing or intense stage lighting is possible.

• High school diploma, G.E.D. equivalent, or some college is preferred.
• Experience in concerts, performing arts and special events such as festivals is preferred.

* Part‑time employee cannot exceed 980 total hours worked within one fiscal year.

** Qualified applicants will be notified only if they are selected for the interview process.

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