Maryland National Capital Park Wheaton , MD 20733
Posted 2 weeks ago
Description
Brookside Gardens, a Montgomery Parks facility, seeks a seasonal employee to assist with private events and rentals at the Gardens. The position is year-round, with most events happening within the March-October time period. We seek an energetic person who enjoys being outside, interacting with people, and who has an outstanding work ethic with great attention to detail. The preferred applicant will have basic knowledge of how an event runs and experience working a variety of events, but on-the-job training will also be provided, as necessary.
Examples of Important Duties
Assists with setup and breakdown of tables and chairs
Closes off areas of the garden for private use
Interacts with event guests and vendors in a friendly and helpful manner
Interacts with visitors in a friendly and helpful manner
Monitors and assists with Photo Permit patrolling
Additional duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED
One year of customer service experience
Must be at least 18
Requirements:
Ability to stand/work in sun for 4-hour periods in a garden setting
Ability to work flexible evening and weekend hours
Supplemental Information
Important Skills and Characteristics:
Ability to exercise good judgement
Ability to understand and follow detailed instructions
Ability to adapt to last minute changes
Enjoy interacting with garden patrons
Ability to utilize a computer
Excellent communication skills; able to give and follow directions
Attentive to detail, responsible, and personable
Working conditions:
Primarily works outside. Exposed to weather, wildlife, and potentially harmful insects (for example, bees, hornets, wasps, etc.) Must be able to stand for a duration. Works independently and as part of a team. Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 pounds. Must be available evenings and weekends. A minimum of 32 hours per month from April-October is required.
Supplemental Information:
This position is not eligible for benefits.
Fingerprinting and background investigation will be completed prior to hire.
Additional duties and full list of Job Description available upon request.
May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.
Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)
M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.
Maryland National Capital Park