Fair Worker - Operations Extra Help

LANE COUNTY FAIR

HAVE A BLAST WORKING FOR THE LANE COUNTY FAIR!

The Fair arrives July 24, 2024 - July 28, 2024!

The Lane County Fair is looking for enthusiastic Individuals to join our Operations team for the upcoming fair! As a fair worker, you will have the opportunity to interact with the public, work in a fast-paced environment, and help make the fair a success.

We offer competitive pay at $15.00/hour and a fun work environment.

Fair Operations:

As a fair operations worker, you will help set up, maintain, and keep the fair sparkling while it is in full swing. You will help with setting up equipment, garbage pickup, barn maintenance. janitorial work, and more.

Typical job duties include the following:

• Trash Duty

• Cleaning our various facilities and bathrooms

• Sweeping, Mopping, General Cleaning

• Setting up and taking down equipment such as tables, chairs, animal pens/stalls

• General Landscaping

• General Manual Labor

• Helping direct vendors and patrons as needed during fair hours

Job Duration:

These roles may offer hours for multiple weeks/months leading up to and after the fair.

The job duration is approximately Mid-May through August for setup and tear-down activities. Fair dates are July 24th through July 28th.

• These positions are budgeted for maximum of 520 hours during the fiscal year.

• These positions are non-represented*

Training & Experience: 

• NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Minimum Requirements include:

• Being a friendly, upbeat, and tech-savvy individual who likes to work in a fun and fast-paced environment.

• You must be able to interact professionally with the public, co-workers, and county officials.

• You must be hardworking, positive, and willing to help in all areas.

• Applicants must be 16 years of age or older.

• Must be able to carry/lift 50 LBS.

• Ability to work mornings and evening hours.

Studies have shown that women and BIPOC individuals are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The county will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

Selection Process

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace.  All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

Strategic Plan

In alignment with Lane County's Strategic Plan, incumbent(s) will be expected to demonstrate the following core behaviors: Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect, and Focused on Solutions.

The 2022 -2024 Strategic Plan focuses on the areas that Lane County will pursue as a way to deliver on our vision for the residents of Lane County. To meet these challenges, we know that the basis of our efforts lies in leveraging our people and partnerships to achieve our Strategic Priorities. We also recognize that the quality and commitment of our staff is essential to a shared future where Lane County is the best place in which to live, work, and play.

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