Parks​/Recreation Specialist - Events​/Parking​/Audio

Overview

Parks seeks a reliable and customer-focused individual to join our team as a part-time/ seasonal employee. In this role, you will provide excellent customer service to park visitors, address inquiries, and ensure a positive experience for all patrons. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a friendly demeanor, and a passion for promoting a safe and enjoyable environment within our parks.

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Part-time employees work up to 30 hours per week. Some positions may require weekend, holiday, and evening shifts. This position offers a flexible schedule, including early evenings and occasional early mornings. Please note that there are no benefits associated with this role.

• Perform daily operations of Parks Parking Lots and Parks events.
• Collects revenue and performs deposits per Parks Revenue Collection Procedures.
• Controls traffic for the parking lot on special event days and other occasions as required.
• Prepares parking lot for special events and/or special occasions, including placing proper signage, bike racks, or chains to reserve specific areas.
• Assists employees by giving breaks, taking charge, and collecting revenue.
• Completes records and reports.
• Sells and issues monthly parking passes.
• Monitors the park property and resolves problems or concerns.
• Greets customers in a friendly manner, answers questions and provides information to the best of his/her ability.
• Report any unusual occurrences to the appropriate supervisor or security officer.
• Report definite or potential hazards and unsafe conditions to the proper person.
• Alerts staff to risks or potential accidents.
• Administers first aid required by an accident victim within the training limits of a Recreation Specialist.
• Provide the initial care needed to sustain life until qualified medical personnel take over.
• Activates, as required, the Central Riverfront s Emergency Action Plans.
• Observes and enforces all Commission Rules and Regulations.
• Projects a positive image in both conduct and appearance.

• Provide audio and staging services at any Waterfront Venue
• Setting up stages and operating audio systems
• Ensure that audio services are provided properly, safely, and per the policies & procedures of the City of Cincinnati and the Cincinnati Park Board
• Operates the various mixing boards and other audio equipment owned by the Cincinnati Park Board
• Setting up stages for various entertainment acts or speakers.
• Assists in loading and unloading of audio systems
• Reports to the Service Area Coordinator (SAC) and performs duties as directed.
• Schedule the use of Waterfront venues.
• Meet with event organizers to determine load-in and load-out times and to consult on audio equipment configurations
• Monitors the use of Waterfront venues, including the comings & goings of event staff, volunteers, caterers, contractors, etc.
• Assure all acts/performances maintain proper language and are always family friendly
• Enforces the Policies and procedures for the use of any Waterfront Venue
• Report any unusual occurrences to the appropriate supervisor or security officer
• Report definite or potential hazards and unsafe conditions to the proper person.
• Alerts staff to risks or potential accidents

This part-time position offers an exciting opportunity to be a key player in creating positive experiences for park visitors. If you are passionate about customer service and enjoy working in a dynamic outdoor environment, we encourage you to apply for this position.

Required Education and Experience

Must be eighteen (18) years of age, a high school graduate, and have a valid driver s license

• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Possess a friendly and approachable demeanor
• Ability to handle challenging situations with tact and diplomacy
• Basic computer skills for data entry and communication
• Flexibility to work weekends holidays, and evenings as needed.
• Knowledge of or interest in parks and outdoor activities is preferred.
• Basic math skills
• Knowledge of cash control procedures
• Ability to use a cash register
• Previous working or educational experience as a sound technician
• Possess a degree or certificate in music, audio engineering, or a similar field
• Previous experience running a front-of-house operation in the capacity of audio technician
• Possess the ability to communicate, in technical terms, with various bands, choral groups, and other entertainment industry individuals and groups

Environmental Conditions

Indoor and outdoor environments; exposure to office computer screens; work on slippery or uneven surfaces; work in or around water; exposure to poison flora, insects, or other animal diseases; exposure to extremes in weather conditions (all types of weather); exposure to human health issues; exposure to various chemicals (ex. water-quality testing chemicals); at times will work alone at parks and nature centers.

Physical Conditions

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