Events Assistant jobs in Abilene, TX

Position will be open until filled.

GENERAL PURPOSE: Under general supervision, maintains and sets-up event facilities for clients; oversees event activities and coordinates work of temporary staff.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Required to work in all facilities operated by the Civic Events Department: Convention Center, Coliseum, Paseo Pavilions, Paseo Grounds, Paseo Farmer's Market and River Stage, as well as other locations, as required.
• Work any event hosted at these venues.
• Assist in the set-up of, staging, tables and chairs.
• Mopping, sweep, and overall general clean-up of all facilities before, during, and after events.
• Lift, climb both fixed and portable ladders, and clean stage equipment.
• Assist event organizers and attendees in a responsive, professional and customer-friendly manner.
• Minimal supervision of volunteers, part-time, temporary and seasonal staff.
• Assist in the maintenance of facilities, per the directions of the Civic Events Manager, Assistant Manager and/or any supervisor.
• Perform other duties as required.
• Hours: As needed, mostly nights and weekends.
• Regular and timely attendance is required.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

• Previous experience working events preferred.

Required Licenses or Certifications:

• Reliable transportation required.

Required Knowledge of:

• Must possess good communications and public relations skills.

Required Skill in (Civic Events will provide training on specific equipment):

• Must possess the ability to learn to operate a variety of equipment including, but not limited to, telephone, reproduction equipment, sound, lighting, audio/visual equipment, HVAC, forklift, standard office and other equipment.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

• Candidate must be physically able to work in extreme weather.
• Must have the ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Job postings may be withdrawn at any time at direction of the City Manager.