Temporary Recreation Assistant- Special Events

Overview

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Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation proudly hosts many community events each year—including the Hummingbird Festival, The Senior Games and Festival in the Park. Our Department enriches the lives of residents by providing safe recreational amenities and programs, improving fitness, reducing healthcare costs, and boosting community sense and property values. We protect open space and natural areas, guiding the county toward a community of pride and choice for people to live, work, and recreate.

With over 21,000 acres, 230+ parks, nature preserves and greenways, and a population of more than one million residents across Charlotte, six towns and unincorporated areas spanning 523 square miles, the MCPRD is recognized for cutting‑edge programs, state‑of‑the‑art facilities, and unique partnerships. Our success is rooted in our staff and their commitment to building a better community and achieving excellence locally and nationally.

Mecklenburg County is excited to add a Temporary Recreation Assistant to our team! This position will assist with a variety of outdoor special events, activities, and commemorative events. It will be primarily located in the Uptown Charlotte area, but events will be held at various locations and times. Responsibilities include light housekeeping and sanitation, preparing facilities for reservations/bookings, and other event duties as assigned.

The schedule is variable, potentially including nights, weekends and holidays. This role also offers eligibility for similar positions at other Park and Recreation locations should they become available.

• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to work in all weather conditions
• Experience assisting with special events strongly preferred

• Provide customer service and handle funds in recreation center or park facilities via telephone, email, web site, social media and walk‑in patrons for information, program registration, center daily use and rentals
• Ensure safety of participants/spectators and administer first aid when necessary
• Prepare facility before and after scheduled reservations for weddings and non‑wedding events
• Visit Park and Recreation venues/sites, monitor events and assist with special events
• Enforce rules and regulations
• Collect fees and take registrations for facility rentals
• Assist in light maintenance of facilities and recreational areas
• Handle inquiries and complaints from public
• Assist with Department‑sponsored events

Experience: No experience required

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Licenses/Certifications: Valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver’s License with County Driving Privileges; CPR/First Aid

Computer

Skills:

General knowledge of various computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite

• Recreational programming and instruction>

• Applying classroom knowledge through hands‑on activities
• Developing and enforcing classroom rules and safety procedures
• Managing multiple tasks concurrently
• Organizing and presenting demonstrations in area of specialization

• Adaptability:
  Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures
• Applied Learning:
  Assimilating and applying new job‑related information in a timely manner
• Building Trust:
  Interacting with others in a way that instills confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization
• Communication:
  Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided
• Cust…